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[ad_1] Why Draymond approves of Bronny leaving USC for NBA Draft originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Bronny James turned many heads with his decision to forego his sophomore year at USC to enter the 2024 NBA Draft. After averaging 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists on a 36.6-percent clip from the field and 26.7 percent on 3-pointers, …

[ad_1] Klay is primary reason Warriors are Shaq’s dark horse playoff pick originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area It never is wise to count the Warriors out of a deep NBA playoff run. Especially while Steph Curry still is playing. However, per Shaquille O’Neal, Curry is not the reason why Golden State could be a dangerous team in the …

[ad_1] NEW YORK (AP) — Cam Thomas had 23 points, Dennis Schroder scored 15 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter and the Brooklyn Nets rallied to beat the Toronto Raptors 106-102 on Wednesday night. Nic Claxton added 14 points, 11 rebounds and five blocked shots, and Noah Clowney had 10 points and a career-high seven blocks for the …

[ad_1] Getty Images When Jrue Holilday fell into the Boston Celtics laps as part of the fallout of the Damian Lillard trade, it was a potential championship twist of fortune. Holiday has been incredible for the Celtics, and now that they have him, they don’t have any intention of letting him get away.  According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the Celtics …

[ad_1] Boston Celtics v Utah Jazz Celtics ownership is opening up the checkbook to keep a championship contender together. The Celtics and Holiday have agreed to a four-year, $135 million extension, a story broken by Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. BREAKING: After arriving in a blockbuster offseason trade, Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday has agreed on a four-year, $135 million contract …

[ad_1] The Knicks have clinched a spot in the 2024 NBA playoffs, avoiding the potential of winding up in the Play-In Tournament. This is the first time the Knicks have made back-to-back playoff appearances since the 2012-13 season. While New York’s spot in the playoffs is cemented, their seeding is still up in the air. The Knicks can finish anywhere …

[ad_1] Three thoughts after Celtics splurge to extend Jrue Holiday originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston A handful of immediate thoughts after the Boston Celtics and Jrue Holiday agreed to a four-year, $135 million extension: 1. Security for both sides After paying a hefty price to acquire Holiday on the eve of training camp for the 2023-24 season, all with …

[ad_1] Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is making a splash in the sports beverage market. Reaves, 25, has become an investor in sports drink company Recover 180. The undrafted standout is not only a brand ambassador but is now one of the athletes on the company’s cap table. He joins San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy, who is also …

[ad_1] Kings hurt by two missed calls in late collapse vs. Thunder originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The Kings lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder in yet another late collapse, but officiating down the final stretch of Tuesday’s game didn’t help their chances. Officials missed two crucial calls that affected the Kings in the final 85 seconds of …

[ad_1] Dray hilariously rejects ‘Splash Cousin’ tag after 3-point outburst originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The “backpack Draymond” memes flooded social media during Draymond Green’s 3-point outburst in the Warriors’ 134-120 win over the Lakers on Tuesday night in Los Angeles, but a new nickname arose on the TNT broadcast. Reggie Miller referred to Green as the “Splash …

[ad_1] Toronto Raptors v Portland Trail Blazers If an ongoing investigation finds Raptors two-way player Jontay Porter was involved in a series of unusual prop bets on himself, he could be permanently banned from the NBA, league Commissioner Adam Silver said Wednesday. Silver discussed it in terms of the integrity of the game, speaking after this week’s Board of Governors …

[ad_1] Watch GP2’s wholesome moment with Ferrell, young fan after Dubs’ win originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Gary Payton II left quite a positive mark on Hollywood. At the Warriors’ 134-120 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday at Crypto.com Arena, in which Payton II finished with nine points, one assist and one rebound, the 31-year-old guard …

[ad_1] Report: C’s signing Holiday to four-year contract extension originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Jrue Holiday isn’t leaving Boston any time soon. The Celtics are signing the veteran point guard to a four-year contract extension worth $135 million, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported Wednesday night. BREAKING: After arriving in a blockbuster offseason trade, Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday has agreed …

[ad_1] Former Bulls star doesn’t ‘have long to live’ without kidney transplant originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago Former Chicago Bulls guard Nate Robinson says he “doesn’t have long to live” if he doesn’t receive a kidney transplant. “I know that I don’t have long if I can’t get a kidney,” Robinson told Jake Nisse of Daily Mail. “I know …

[ad_1] MILWAUKEE — Late in the third quarter of the Milwaukee Bucks’ 104-91 win over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night, Giannis Antetokounmpo left the game with a left calf strain and did not return. The eight-time All-Star underwent an MRI and will miss the Bucks’ remaining three regular-season games, the team announced Wednesday. Bucks coach Doc Rivers said prior …

[ad_1] Though their bid to take over the Minnesota Timberwolves as majority owners has stalled, Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez reportedly planned on a sizable cut to the team payroll — which left majority owner Glen Taylor concerned about the team’s future success, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. According to financial projection documents, per the report, Lore and Rodriguez were …

[ad_1] MILWAUKEE — Late in the third quarter of the Milwaukee Bucks’ 104-91 win over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night, Giannis Antetokounmpo left the game with a left calf strain and did not return. The eight-time All-Star underwent an MRI and will miss the Bucks’ remaining three regular-season games, the team announced Wednesday. “[The concern level is] high, I …

[ad_1] LOS ANGELES (AP) — Isaiah Collier is leaving Southern California after one season to enter the NBA draft. The Trojans announced his decision Wednesday on their X page. “Congratulations Zay and good luck in your next chapter!” the post read. Collier averaged 16.3 points — second-best on the team — and 2.9 rebounds while starting 26 of the 27 …

[ad_1] NEW YORK — David Stern loved to lord over the NBA during his time as commissioner, waving his imperial wand and illustrating who was in charge — and Stern’s league often followed suit, with dynasty upon dynasty setting the tone for everyone to chase. “Lakers versus Lakers,” he was known to say as his dream finals — and he …

[ad_1] David Dow The NBA has largely remained quiet as it has investigated Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter for irregularities relating to prop bets for his statistics, but on Wednesday, commissioner Adam Silver addressed the allegations in a Q&A with reporters following a board of governors meeting. Silver called what Porter has been accused of “a cardinal sin” in basketball …

[ad_1] Bronny James has declared for the 2024 NBA Draft while maintaining his college eligibility and also entering the transfer portal, he announced on his Instagram page Friday. He will go through the draft process next month, meeting with teams and receiving feedback before any decision is made. NBA teams have been anticipating this since the start of the season, …

[ad_1] David Dow The NBA has largely remained quiet as it has investigated Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter for irregularities relating to prop bets for his statistics, but on Wednesday, commissioner Adam Silver addressed the allegations in a Q&A with reporters following a board of governors meeting. Silver called what Porter has been accused of “a cardinal sin” in basketball …

[ad_1] Subscribe to Ball Don’t Lie Vincent Goodwill talks through a crazy NBA night that included a serious injury for Giannis, the Clippers embarrassing the Suns and another breakout game for Victor Wembanyama. This embedded content is not available in your region. On this episode of the Good Word with Goodwill, Yahoo Sports senior NBA reporter Vincent Goodwill recaps a …

[ad_1] We’ve got another exciting Southeast Division matchup on the schedule as the Atlanta Hawks and Charlotte Hornets are set to tip at 7:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday at State Farm Arena. Atlanta is 36-43 overall and 21-19 at home, while Charlotte is 19-60 overall and 8-30 on the road. The Hornets have won four of the last five meetings …

[ad_1] Phoenix Suns superfan “Mr. ORNG” was arrested on Tuesday for alleged sex crimes, according to the Peoria (Arizona) police department. Per the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, Patrick Battillo, 37, faces multiple felony charges following allegations by the school’s administrators. Battillo was the varsity boys basketball coach at Peoria High School and served as a volunteer. On Tuesday morning, police …