Yearly Archives: 2024

Caitlin Clark has an ally in LeBron James, who has an opportunity to redefine the way young stars are treated

Despite being a rookie, Caitlin Clark’s historic college career has turned her into a media darling. As the heir apparent to the WNBA throne, Clark has been given more praise and grace by sports pundits than some of her colleagues. This has trickled up to her off-court transactions and endorsements, which have boomed to levels many thought would be impossible …

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Gators drop a spot in CBS Sports early basketball power rankings

The college basketball transfer portal continues to be active despite the closure of the entry process as the remaining prospects seek greener pastures at other schools. CBS Sports writer Gary Parrish has been updating his college basketball top 25-and-1 rankings during the offseason, accounting for the portal coups along the way, and has the Florida Gators among his top teams in the …

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In Memoriam: Bill Walton (1952-2024)

A larger than life figure on and off the court, Hall of Famer Bill Walton was truly one of the giants of the game. An incredibly skilled … Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdK1AQrriQs Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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Are the Pacers poised for bigger things next season? | Good Word with Goodwill

Yahoo Sports senior NBA reporter Vincent Goodwill is joined by J.A. Adande to discuss Indiana’s surprising run this season, and will it springboard the Pacers to greater heights next season? Hear the full conversation on “Good Word with Goodwill” – part of the “Ball Don’t Lie” podcast – and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen. View more …

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Jimmy Butler, Lionel Messi appear in latest ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’ trailer with Will Smith, Martin Lawrence

Getty The fourth installment in the “Bad Boys” franchise arrives later this summer. Since the movie franchise takes place in Miami, two of the city’s biggest stars made cameos in a new trailer for “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” alongside actors Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. The trailer begins by alluding to Jimmy Butler pondering a move away from the …

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Houston Rockets fantasy basketball season recap

Previous team recaps: DET, WAS, POR, CHA, SAS, TOR, MEM, UTA, BKN, ATL, CHI At a glance: Record: 41-41 (11th, West)  Offensive Rating: 113.7 (20th) Defensive Rating: 112.8 (10th)  Net Rating: 0.9 (18th)  Pace: 99.59 (13th)  2024 Draft Picks: 3, 44 After three straight seasons at the bottom, Houston was back to playing competitive basketball this season. They finished with a .500 record, which was five games out of the …

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These clutch stats from Celtics’ sweep of Pacers are mind-blowing

These clutch stats from Celtics’ sweep of Pacers are mind-blowing originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston One of the few weaknesses the Boston Celtics had this season was stepping up in clutch moments. Sure, their clutch stats in the regular season weren’t horrible by any means, but there were plenty of games in which the team failed to execute at …

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“Giving Tips From Cancun”: Fans Whiplash Draymond Green As Warriors Star Mocks Brook Lopez Online

Draymond Green left fans triggered online with his opinions on Bucks vs Pacers Game 3. The Golden State Warriors‘ power forward has been hooked on to postseason fever. Apart from sharing his thoughts through his podcast, he also dropped raining comments via his social media. Tonight, however, Green faced the heat of the fans following his comment on Milwaukee Bucks‘ …

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Sixers draft profile: Nick Nurse knows all about Zach Edey’s unique game

Sixers draft profile: Nick Nurse knows all about Zach Edey’s unique game originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia A scouting report on NBA draft prospect Zach Edey: Strengths Edey is extremely tall and extremely accomplished. Edey, Ralph Sampson and the late Bill Walton are the only players to win the Naismith Men’s College Player of the Year award multiple times. …

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Big week for BYU basketball begins with big news

BYU fans cheer on the Cougars during game against the Texas Longhorns Jan. 27, 2024, at the Marriott Center in Provo, Utah. | Brooklynn Kelson, BYU Photo If BYU assistant basketball coach Chris Burgess is right, the next few days will be very significant for Kevin Young’s program. “We have four scholarships to fill,” Burgess told the “Y’s Guys” podcast. …

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Brook Lopez | Milwaukee Bucks

04/29/2024, 1:38 AM Nears double-double as top scorer Lopez notched 27 points (12-18 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 0-4 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and one block over 39 minutes in Sunday’s 126-113 loss to the Pacers in Game 4 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs. 04/24/2024, 12:19 PM Scores 22 points in Game 2 loss Lopez recorded 22 …

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Indiana Pacers 2024 NBA offseason preview: There is plenty to build on with a healthy Tyrese Haliburton

2023-24 season: 47-35 Highlight of the season: Remember that time, before the Tyrese Haliburton injury and before the Buddy Hield trade? Back when the Pacers had the best offense in the league, and Haliburton was averaging almost 27 points and 12 assists? Definitely that time. How it ended With less enthusiasm than expected. The Pacers couldn’t stay healthy and ran …

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Mavericks’ Maxi Kleber cleared to return for Game 4 vs. T’Wolves; Dereck Lively doubtful with sprained neck

Dallas Mavericks forward/center Maxi Kleber has been cleared to return for Tuesday’s Game 4 against the Minnesota Timberwolves, according to The Athetic’s Shams Charania. It was originally believed that the 32-year-old Kleber would miss the rest of the Mavericks’ postseason after suffering a third-degree dislocation of the AC joint of his right shoulder earlier this month. But a little over …

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NBA Free Agency: Brook Lopez is a good fit for the Rockets

NBA free agency will be here on Friday, which excites fans, players and teams. The Houston Rockets have kept their eye on a particular player: Brook Lopez. Lopez has accomplished winning a championship and becoming All-Star in the NBA. Those accolades attract Ime Udoka, as his plan is to chase Lopez and other veteran NBA players. The Rockets will need …

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Illinois basketball adds elite European guard to its 2024-25 roster

Kasparas Jakucionis from Lithuania has committed to play for the Illinois basketball team in 2024-25, according to ESPN. Brad Underwood has gone back to Europe for his latest addition. The Illinois men’s basketball head coach reportedly received a commitment Tuesday from Lithuanian guard Kasparas Jakucionis, a possible first-round NBA draft pick in 2025. ESPN’s Jonathan Givony was the first to …

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Tatum shares fitting reaction to Jaylen Brown winning ECF MVP

Tatum shares fitting reaction to Jaylen Brown winning ECF MVP originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have accomplished a lot over seven seasons as Boston Celtics teammates. And now they both have “Eastern Conference Finals MVP” on their resumes. Two years after Tatum earned the first-ever Larry Bird Trophy as East Finals MVP in Boston’s …

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Top 10 NBA Bloopers of 2012!

Check out the 10 best bloopers from the 2012 NBA season as we show you the funniest plays from your favorite players both on … Source link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsC2uBBw65s Author : Publish date : [publish_date] Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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