Category: Basketball
Wojnarowski Uncovers True Explanation Behind Dan Hurley’s Decision to Turn Down Lakers Offer
[ad_1] Dan Hurley caused quite a stir when he rejected a six-year, $70 million offer from the Lakers to become their next head coach. The deal was worth more than double what Hurley is currently earning, but he elected to stay at UConn instead. Now, as the dust settles following the initial news, ESPN’s Adrian…
Serbia Names Nikola Jokic to Initial Roster for Tokyo Olympics
[ad_1] Nikola Jokic was named to Serbia’s preliminary 16-player roster for the Paris Olympics. There were questions as to whether Jokic would play for Serbia this summer. Other NBA players named to the roster include Vasilije Micic, Nikola Jovic, Bogdan Bogdanovic and Aleksej Pokusevski. Serbia open against the United States on July 28. [ad_2]
University of Connecticut Coach Dan Hurley rejects Los Angeles Lakers’ lucrative six-year, $70 million contract offer.
[ad_1] For the past week, the Lakers dominated the news headlines as it had been reported about their pursuit of UConn head coach Dan Hurley. Even though the tactician had signed a six-year extension with the Huskies in 2023, he still entertained the possibility of accepting this job from Los Angeles, as they are desperate…
Caitlin Clark Excluded from Team USA Roster Sparks Controversy
[ad_1] Caitlin Clark did not make Team USA’s final squad for the Olympics and Stephen A. Smith is not happy about it. Speaking on the latest episode of First Take, Smith labelled the move “stupid”, saying that Team USA would win the gold medal regardless, so the team may as well include a rookie who’s…
James Borrego Scheduled To Meet With Cavalier’s Management On Tuesday, Lakers Still Considering Him As A Strong Candidate
[ad_1] According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, James Borrego is set to meet with the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday. Borrego is also a notable candidate in the Lakers’ coaching search. As reported by Brian Windhorst, Borrego’s candidacy with the Cavs is gaining momentum. The Lakers are aiming to appoint a coach before the upcoming draft….
Luka Doncic Assumes Responsibility for Team’s Game 2 Defeat Despite Impressive Triple-Double
[ad_1] Despite dropping 32 points, winning 11 rebounds and handing out 11 assists in Sunday’s Game 2 at the TD Garden, Luka Doncic blamed himself for his team’s loss, as the Mavericks fell 105-98 in Boston. After his triple-double performance, teammate Kyrie Irving refused to let his co-star take all the responsibility. The Slovenian said…
NBA Shows Little Enthusiasm for WBD’s Offer for Fourth Media Rights Package
[ad_1] The NBA is generally not interested in adding a fourth media rights package as part of its next round of deals, sources tell the Sports Business Journal. WBD believes they can match Amazon’s proposed $1.8 billion bid, or carve out a smaller fourth package. ESPN and NBC are the other two partners with proposed…
Jontay Porter’s Attorney Acknowledges Player’s Struggle with Gambling Issues
[ad_1] It’s already been two months since Jontay Porter was first suspended by the NBA for being involved in a sports betting scandal, and recently his lawyer spoke about his troubles. According to the attorney, the former Raptors player was “in over his head” with a gambling addiction and is now seeking help. The statements…
Kyrie Irving Criticized for Disappearing During Finals Game
[ad_1] Kyrie Irving has had a tough start to the NBA Finals to say the least. Over the first two games of the series, Irving is averaging just 14 points per game on 35 per cent from the field. He is also shooting 0-8 from three. Many suspected Irving would rise to the occasion in…
Detroit Pistons considering Dennis Lindsey for front office role
[ad_1] The Detroit Pistons are looking to hire Dennis Lindsey to their front office, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Lindsey is currently a senior advisor to the Mavs. The Mavs are looking to retain Lindsey. Lindsey was also a finalist for the Pistons’ president of basketball operations role. [ad_2]