Category: Basketball
JJ Redick Unveils Strategy for LeBron James and Anthony Davis
[ad_1] New Lakers coach JJ Redick reportedly outlined his plan for LeBron James and Anthony Davis during an “impressive” meeting with team management recently, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania, Sam Amick and Jovan Buha. “Redick described a system molded around this roster, focusing on elevating Anthony Davis’ involvement, particularly late in games, and alleviating…
The Thunder Scored a Slam Dunk with the Acquisition of Alex Caruso
[ad_1] Key Highlights According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the Oklahoma City Thunder and Chicago Bulls have agreed to a deal that will send Alex Caruso to the Thunder in exchange for Josh Giddey. Although the move doesn’t unilaterally alleviate all of Oklahoma City’s issues — interior size behind Chet Holmgren, on-ball passing, three-point volume —…
Criticism Mounts for Bulls’ Acquisition of Alex Caruso in Exchange for Josh Giddey
[ad_1] Bulls management made a big call Thursday when they traded Alex Caruso for Josh Giddey, and the team has been widely criticised for the move. Caruso is an elite defender who attracted a lot of interest from teams around the league. Giddey, on the other hand, is an excellent passer but his poor shooting…
Analysis of Basketball News, Scores, Stats, and Standings
[ad_1] National League 2 newcomer K.O. Holargos landed experienced 36-year old 204cm power forward Dimitris Maloukos for the upcoming season. Maloukos played most recently at Megaridas in the Greek Elite League. In 17 Elite League games last season, he averaged 1.8ppg and 2.0rpg, which was deemed too high a level for him. National League 2…
Comprehensive Coverage of Basketball: News, Scores, Stats, and Standings
[ad_1] GS Dafni Dafniou (National League 1) added to their roster 30-year old guard Andriano Topalis (190cm-1994) for season 2024-25. It is actually his comeback to Athens as he has played here before. Topalis played last season at Psychikou in the Elite League. In 34 games he recorded 5.2ppg, 3.0rpg, 2.0apg and 1.2spg. National League…
Comprehensive Coverage of Basketball: Latest News, Scores, Statistics, In-Depth Analysis, Standings
[ad_1] Apoel Nicosia (OPAP Basket League) inked 25-year old Greek 184cm point guard Georgios Varsos, agency: Octagon Europe for upcoming season. Varsos has played for the last two years at Anorthosis. In 18 OPAP Basket League games in Cyprus he recorded 11.7ppg, 3.4rpg and 2.9apg last season. He helped them to end the regular season…
Professional Basketball Report: Latest News, Scores, Statistics, Detailed Analysis, Current Standings
[ad_1] Bahcesehir Koleji Istanbul (BSL) added 28-year old American center Tai Odiase (206cm-109kg-1995, college: UIC) to their roster for the new 2024-25 season. Odiase recently played at Piratas de Quebradillas in the Puerto Rican BSN league with impressive stats: 18.1ppg, 6.9rpg, 1.6apg, and 1.6bpg in 17 games. Last season, he played at Prometey in the…
Analysis of Basketball News, Scores, Statistics, Standings
[ad_1] LDLC ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne Basket (Betclic ELITE ProA) signed 25-year old center Neal Sako (210cm-1998) for the upcoming 2024-25 season. Sako has played for the last two years at Cholet Basket in the Betclic ELITE ProA. In 37 games, he averaged 11.9ppg, 7.6rpg (#3 in the league), and 1.6apg last season. He received multiple accolades…
Analysis and Standings: Latest Basketball News, Scores, and Stats
[ad_1] Defending champion AX Armani Exchange Milano (Serie A) added 26-year old American guard Armoni Brooks to their roster for the new 2024-25 season. Brooks, who is 190cm tall and weighs 88kg, played last season at Ontario Clippers (NBA G League) in the U.S. He had impressive stats in 28 NBA G-League games: 15.4ppg, 3.8rpg,…
Teenage Basketball Phenom Breaks Records With Incredible Growth Spurt to 7’9″
[ad_1] Florida Gators commit Olivier Rioux has grown to 7’9″, extending his own Guinness World Record as the world’s tallest teenager. Rioux, who is listed as a three-star prospect by 247Sports, is now taller than any player to ever suit up in the NCAA or NBA. Currently, the tallest NCAA player on record is former…