One of the biggest transfer names in college basketball is back on the market. Former North Carolina guard Caleb Love will not play for Michigan next season after initially committing to join the Wolverines, sources told CBS Sports. Love did not have the adequate amount of transferable credits to easily clear the admissions bar at Michigan, sources told CBS Sports. …
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Houston offers Kelvin Sampson revised contract amid interview for Milwaukee Bucks head coaching job
Getty Images Houston’s Kelvin Sampson recently interviewed for the Milwaukee Bucks head coaching position, a source confirmed to CBS Sports’ Matt Norlander. Sampson was an assistant on the Bucks’ staff from 2008-11 when current Milwaukee general manager Jon Horst was a member of the front office. Sampson released a short statement to multiple media outlets after news of the interview …
Read More »Lakers are concerned they may ‘lose’ D’Angelo Russell if they bench him
After falling behind by as many as 21 points in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals to the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday, the Los Angeles Lakers looked like they were outmatched. They gave up a huge margin in rebounding and seemed helpless in defending Nikola Jokic, who finished with 34 points, 21 rebounds and 14 assists while shooting a …
Read More »Guard Caleb Love reportedly decommits from Michigan basketball
Michigan basketball’s expected depth at point guard may not be so deep, after all. Guard Caleb Love, who had committed to transfer to the Wolverines after three seasons at North Carolina, reportedly decommitted on Wednesday, according to Joe Tipton of On3.com. Love was ranked as the No. 16 transfer available this offseason by 247 Sports. Love averaged 16.7 points, 2.8 …
Read More »2023 NBA playoffs schedule, bracket: Celtics vs. Heat gets underway Wednesday; Nuggets beat Lakers in Game 1
Kim O’Reilly, CBS Sports The conference finals are underway in the 2023 NBA playoffs. The Eastern Conference finals get going Wednesday night as the Celtics host the Heat for Game 1. It’s a familiar conference finals matchup in the East. The Heat and Celtics are meeting in this round for the third time in four years. Miami won in 2020, …
Read More »Guard Caleb Love reportedly decommits from Michigan basketball
Michigan basketball’s expected depth at point guard may not be so deep, after all. Guard Caleb Love, who had committed to transfer to the Wolverines after three seasons at North Carolina, reportedly decommitted on Wednesday, according to Joe Tipton of On3.com. Love was ranked as the No. 16 transfer available this offseason by 247 Sports. Love averaged 16.7 points, 2.8 …
Read More »James Harden will opt out with 76ers to test free agency
Last summer, James Harden declined his $47.4 million player option then ultimately re-signed with the 76ers for $14.4 million less in a move that opened up room for Philly to round out a contending roster (the league called that tampering). Harden’s sacrifice didn’t lead to a ring. Now Harden wants to get paid. He will opt out of his $35.6 …
Read More »Heat coach Erik Spoelstra gives his thoughts on Sixers firing Doc Rivers
The Philadelphia 76ers have moved on from Doc Rivers after three seasons on the job following another second-round exit. Rivers was 154-82 in three seasons in Philadelphia, but he wasn’t able to guide the Sixers out of the second round in any of those seasons. It isn’t necessarily his fault. In 2021, they had to deal with Ben Simmons passing …
Read More »Draymond Green refutes Victor Wembanyama better NBA prospect than LeBron
Draymond refutes narrative Wemby is better prospect than LeBron originally appeared on NBC Sports Bayarea The Victor Wembanyama hype train has left the station. Wembanyama, the 19-year-old French phenom center who stands 7-foot-4 and boasts a level of athleticism and coordination never seen in a big man his size, likely will land with the San Antonio Spurts after they won Tuesday’s …
Read More »The Heat are battle tested enough to cover in Game 1 vs. Celtics, plus other best bets for Wednesday
This is an article version of the CBS Sports HQ PM Newsletter, the ultimate daily sports gambling guide. You can sign up to get it in your inbox every weekday afternoon here. All times Eastern, and all odds via Caesars Sportsbook 🔥 The Hot Ticket Heat at Celtics, 8:30 p.m. | TV: TNT Latest Odds: Miami Heat +8 The Pick: Heat +8 …
Read More »What’s the NBA playoff record for rebounds in a single game?
What’s the NBA playoff record for rebounds in a game? originally appeared on NBC Sports Bayarea Another game, another mind-blowing stat line for Nikola Jokic. The two-time MVP powered the Denver Nuggets to a 132-126 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. Jokic tallied his 12th career playoff triple-double, leading the Nuggets in …
Read More »Sixers address struggles of Joel Embiid, James Harden in Round 2 vs. Celtics
CAMDEN, N.J.–The Philadelphia 76ers are moving forward now following another second round exit. The Sixers held a 3-2 series lead on the Boston Celtics with Game 6 back at their place, but they were not able to get the job done. A large part of their struggles was due to the fact that Joel Embiid and James Harden struggled. Harden …
Read More »Steve Kerr offers hilariously snarky retort about Warriors’ road woes
Kerr’s hilariously snarky retort about Warriors’ season woes originally appeared on NBC Sports Bayarea There were several things that went wrong during the Warriors’ 2022-23 NBA season, but one struggle was the obvious talking point. So when coach Steve Kerr was asked when he realized Golden State wouldn’t be securing its second consecutive NBA title, he quipped back with the …
Read More »Former Kent State forward among latest Auburn transfer portal targets
The Auburn Tigers have reached out to Robert Carpenter, a former forward for the Kent State Golden Flashes. Aside from Auburn, Carpenter has been contacted by programs such as Eastern Illinois, UT Martin, Albany, Coastal Carolina, Bryant, Fairfield, Alcorn State, and CSU Northridge. Auburn would be Carpenter’s fourth stop. The Detroit, Michigan native originally played for St. Bonaventure in the …
Read More »Doc Rivers’ firing ‘shocked’ Joel Embiid, 76ers president Daryl Morey says
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid was “shocked” by the team’s decision to fire coach Doc Rivers, president Daryl Morey said during his end-of-season press conference on Wednesday. Asked about ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith saying that Embiid was unhappy about Rivers’ dismissal, Morey said, “They had a strong relationship.” Then he likened the situation to a trade. “I have to make …
Read More »Florida basketball welcomes two freshmen to campus
The newest additions to the Florida Gators men’s basketball team have arrived on campus. Forwards Alex Condon and Thomas Haugh are the two freshmen listed on the 2023-24 roster, and the team’s social media accounts posted a video of their arrival on Monday. Condon hails from Perth, Australia, and has the height to play center at 6 feet-11 inches tall. …
Read More »Nick Smith Jr. confirms pre-draft visit with the Thunder
The 2023 NBA draft lottery is officially over, as it confirmed the Oklahoma City Thunder will pick No. 12 in the first round of the draft. It’s also draft combine week, which means all of the top prospects are gathered in Chicago, Ill. This means that most players will likely be asked who they’ve worked out and met with so far. …
Read More »Jamal Murray GOES OFF For 31 Points In Nuggets Game 1 W! | May 16, 2023
Led by Nikola Jokic’s 34 points (12-17 FG), 21 rebounds, and 14 assists, the Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers in … Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_6ts-IYBgU Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Read More »Victor Wembanyama says he knew Spurs would win lottery thanks to French connection: ‘The universe told me’
Getty Images After months of suspense and intrigue, the ping pong balls were finally pulled on Tuesday night during the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery, and the San Antonio Spurs won the No. 1 overall pick for June’s draft. As a result, they will have the chance to take French big man Victor Wembanyama, one of the best prospects to ever …
Read More »Nikola Jokic Hits The RIDICULOUS Shot Before The Buzzer! 😳 | #Shorts
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Read More »Daryl Morey talks Sixers letting go of Doc Rivers, new coaching search
CAMDEN, N.J.–The first major domino for the Philadelphia 76ers fell on Tuesday when they moved on from Doc Rivers. They let go of the head coach after three seasons on the job with a lot of wins, but a lot of playoff failures as well. The latest was being up 3-2 in the semifinals against the Boston Celtics with Game …
Read More »Ever wondered how the #NBADraftLottery presented by State Farm works? Take a look!👀| #Shorts
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Read More »NBA rumors: James Harden intends to opt out of 76ers deal, seek long-term contract with ‘basketball freedom’
Much like last offseason, the most pivotal roster decision facing the Philadelphia 76ers this summer is what to do with James Harden, who has a $35.6 million player option for next season that he reportedly intends to decline, per Bleacher Report’s Chris Haynes. Haynes reports that Harden will be seeking a new, long-term deal, and further, that he “will only …
Read More »Twitter reacts to the idea of UNC leaving the ACC
The idea of the North Carolina Tar Heels leaving the Atlantic Coastal Conference emerged again, with UNC being one of the seven schools engaged in talks to get out of a contract. To no surprise, this caused quite the reaction from North Carolina, ACC, and out-of-conference fans as they discussed where the best fit would be. 247 Sports even came …
Read More »1 HOUR of EVERY Highlight From 2022 NBA Eastern Conference Finals!
All of the best moments from Games 1 through 7 of the 2022 NBA Eastern Conference Finals from the Celtics and Heat! Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIpEBNkaHbE Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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