Category: Basketball
Boston Celtics take control in Game 1 of NBA Finals against Dallas Mavericks
[ad_1] In a commanding display of skill and determination, the Boston Celtics overwhelmed the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, securing a resounding 107-89 victory at home. Despite concerns over his fitness following a prolonged absence due to injury, Kristaps Porzingis made an immediate impact off the bench, contributing 20 points, six…
Whitlock claims Caitlin Clark unfairly omitted from Olympics due to alleged ‘black gay mafia’ influence
[ad_1] Indiana Fever/X Jason Whitlock blamed ‘BLM-LGBTQIA+Silent P Alphabet Mafia bigots’ for Caitlin Clark’s Olympics snub in social media posts, accusing the gay community of the WNBA star’s absence. Initially, Whitlock expressed satisfaction that Clark would not compete in the upcoming Games, writing: “Am I the only one glad they left Caitlin Clark off the…
Michael Bloomberg partners with Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez to acquire Timberwolves
[ad_1] Photo: Minnesota Timberwolves Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, one of the wealthiest individuals globally, has agreed to join Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez’s ownership group to purchase the Minnesota Timberwolves/Lynx, as reported by NBA insider Shams Charania. Former NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg — one of the richest people in the world —…
DeMar DeRozan expresses disdain for Dillon Brooks: “There’s just no love lost between us”
[ad_1] Chicago Bulls star DeMar DeRozan has opened up about his feelings towards Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks, revealing a candid dislike for his opponent. During a recent episode of The 25/10 Show, DeRozan didn’t mince words when discussing the altercation he had with Brooks, stemming from a contentious on-court incident. “I’m not going to…
New information released on Dan Hurley’s NBA contract buyout potentially impacting Lakers
[ad_1] Photo: March Madness/YouTube As the Los Angeles Lakers pursue UConn’s Dan Hurley for their head coaching position, details have emerged regarding the potential buyout the Lakers would need to settle with Connecticut. Evan Sidery’s tweet unveiled the specifics: “Dan Hurley’s contract with UConn shows only a $1.875 million buyout, if he left for an…
Dave Portnoy criticizes Caitlin Clark’s exclusion from the 2024 Olympics as “incredibly foolish”
[ad_1] Indiana Fever/X Caitlin Clark was left off the 2024 US women’s Olympic basketball team, sparking outrage on social media. Barstool’s Dave Portnoy called it ‘the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard’ on X. “How dumb are these people? Never complain about women salaries ever again. Make that team fly commercial. Unreal dumb,” Portnoy said. “I’d…
Bill Maher weighs in on the controversy surrounding WNBA players’ treatment of Caitlin Clark
[ad_1] Photo: YouTube On his show “Real Time,” host Bill Maher criticized the teammates of WNBA star Caitlin Clark following the contentious foul she received, attributing some of the behavior to the idea that “women are catty.” Maher started by showing the popular video of Chicago Sky guard Chennedy Carter pushing Clark to the ground….
Basketball Journalist Joe Mazzulla Believes Bringing KP Off the Bench Gives Team Best Chance to Win
[ad_1] Photo: Boston Celtics/X Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla praised Kristaps Porzingis’ stellar play off the bench following Thursday’s 107-89 NBA Finals Game 1 home win vs. the Dallas Mavericks (20 points/6 rebounds/3 blocks/8-13 FG/2-4 3-PT/2-2 FT/+13 +/-). *Halftime stats: 18 points/3 rebounds/2 blocks/7-9 FG/2-3 3-PT/2-2 FT* (via CLNS Media): Bobby Manning: “What led…
Jason Kidd emphasizes the importance of ball movement in improving team performance
[ad_1] Photo: Dallas Mavericks/X Here’s Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd on the group’s poor ball movement during Thursday’s 107-89 NBA Finals Game 1 road loss vs. the Boston Celtics. (via Dallas Mavericks): Tim MacMahon: “Only nine assists for you guys, just one for Luka. Obviously, those are pretty alarmingly low totals. With the way…
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver Calls Racist Attack on Caitlin Clark a Disgraceful Moment in the League
[ad_1] Indiana Fever/X During his pre-NBA Finals press conference on Thursday, Adam Silver was asked about the foul on Caitlin Clark before the Boston Celtics hosted the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1. Clark was hip-checked by Chicago Sky guard Chennedy Carter on Saturday, sparking controversy about the treatment of the Indiana Fever rookie. Silver deferred…