Daily Archives: May 11, 2022

Saying team needs ‘selfless’ and ‘available’ guys, Nets GM weighs in on Kyrie Irving’s future

Kyrie Irving’s future with the Brooklyn Nets is not clear. Although Irving said he doesn’t “plan on going anywhere” after a first-round sweep against the Boston Celtics, Nets general manager Sean Marks was noncommittal about his long-term future with the organization. “I think we know what we’re looking for,” Marks said during a press conference Wednesday. “We’re looking for guys …

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Jayson Tatum at the Rim 😤

Jayson Tatum added another incredible finish to his playoff highlight reel in Game 4! Take a look back at some of his best … Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WWaQ4ShY6w Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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Phil Jackson wanting to trade LeBron James, keep Russell Westbrook in Lakers?

On Wednesday, LA Times beat reporter Bill Plaschke, who only recently sat down for an hours-long one-on-one interview with Lakers owner Jeanie Buss, kind-of sort-of reported that Jackson would prefer to trade LeBron and keep Westbrook during an appearance on Doug Gottlieb’s radio show. “I’ve heard that Phil would like LeBron traded. I’ve just heard that but I’ve got nothing …

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LeBron James ranked as the highest-paid athlete in the world

The Los Angeles Lakers fell well short of expectations on the court this season, despite LeBron James, 37, continuing to defy Father Time with the second-highest scoring average in the league and second-highest of his career. Off the court? King James crushed it. The 18-time All-Star earned $127 million during the past 12 months from the Lakers and his expanding …

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NBA picks, best bets: Why Warriors will close out Grizzlies; the Al Horford prop to take in Celtics vs. Bucks

Getty Images With the 2021-22 NBA regular season now in the books, the basketball betting market is hotter than ever. CBS Sports will be providing daily picks for the duration of the postseason. Sam Quinn will make at least one pick for every game between now and the NBA Finals. All lines courtesy of Caesars Sportsbook. Featured Game | Boston Celtics vs. …

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Robert Williams III OUT vs. Milwaukee Bucks for Game 5

The Boston Celtics will be without the services of big man Robert Williams III for the second straight game on Wednesday night as they take on the Milwaukee Bucks at TD Garden for Game 5 of their Eastern Conference semifinals series, with the Celtics sharing that the Texas A&M product will sit with knee soreness continuing to bother him. Given …

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Jaylen Brown shares measured take about officiating in Celtics-Bucks series

Jaylen Brown had a reasonable take on officiating in Celtics-Bucks originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The Boston Celtics’ Eastern Conference semifinals series with the Milwaukee Bucks is the most physical of the NBA’s four current playoff matchups. That means the officials have had their hands full trying to determine what is and isn’t a foul — with mixed results. …

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Stephen Curry BEST Playoff Triples 🎯

After knocking down 500 career postseason 3-pointers, take a look back at Stephen Curry’s best triples from his iconic playoff … Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aClN1Oj3Pwo Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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What’s the status on Kyrie Irving’s player option for 22-23?

At the time of this writing, Kyrie Irving is still a member of the Brooklyn Nets. But heading into the 2022 offseason, things could change rather quickly for Uncle Drew and the Nets. Irving has a player option for next year; once he decides to opt in or out things will likely move quickly. The tumult of the 21-22 campaign …

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Iowa assistant Kirk Speraw will retire after 43-year career

IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) Iowa assistant Kirk Speraw will retire on June 30 after 43 years coaching college basketball, head coach Fran McCaffery announced Wednesday. Speraw began his career as a graduate assistant under Lute Olson on Iowa’s 1980 Final Four team and ended it as a 12-year assistant under McCaffery. ”Kirk has been the ultimate professional and an important …

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How Marcus Smart showed he was true game-changer in Celtics’ Game 4 win

Forsberg: Why Smart’s two-way play could ultimately swing C’s-Bucks series originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston It’ll be forever known as “The Al Horford Game” and the biggest development might ultimately be how Jayson Tatum got himself going at the end of Monday’s Game 4 in Milwaukee. But Marcus Smart’s efforts in that game should not go overlooked. There’s one …

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Taking home teams has been quite profitable

On Tuesday night, there was no reason to watch the fourth quarter of either NBA playoff game. The Miami Heat pounded the Philadelphia 76ers, easily covering the 2.5-point spread at BetMGM. Then in the second game, the Phoenix Suns blew out the Dallas Mavericks in the second half. The Suns covered a 6.5-point spread without any doubt, too. That has …

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Here are the unlikeliest NBA draft lottery winners of all time

Here are the unlikeliest NBA draft lottery winners of all time originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia All teams in the 2022 NBA Draft Lottery will need Lady Luck on their side. But the Cleveland Cavaliers will need her more than anyone. The Cavs enter next week’s draft lottery in Chicago with the lowest odds to win the No. 1 …

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