Category: Basketball
Nikola Jokic Secures Third MVP Award in Stellar Career – Inside the NBA
[ad_1] Denver Nuggets fans finally got some good news this week. The Nuggets’ superstar center, Nikola Jokic, has officially won his third MVP award in four years. This is something that could potentially spark the team as they are looking at a two game to nothing hole in the second round against the Minnesota Timberwolves….
Analyzing Basketball: Latest News, Scores, Stats, and Standings
[ad_1] Here is the last round review presented by Job Market. Kiryat Ata – H.Jerusalem 67-84 The game in Kiryat Ata was quite interesting. Fourth ranked Hapoel Jerusalem (16-10) played at the court of 6th ranked Kiryat Ata (12-13). Hapoel Jerusalem did not have too big problems and got a relatively easy victory 84-67 on…
Jimmy Butler’s goal is to bring a championship to Miami and finish his career with the Heat
[ad_1] Photo: Peter Baba Jimmy Butler expressed his desire to secure a championship for the Miami Heat and retire in the city, emphasizing his deep connection with the community and his commitment to bringing success back to Miami. He aims to lead the team to achievements reminiscent of the era of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade,…
Bill Simmons Under Fire for Sexist Remarks in Past WNBA Article
[ad_1] Bill Simmons is the subject of intense criticism today, with a controversial old article of his doing the rounds on social media. In the article, published on ESPN’s website almost 20 years ago, Simmons suggested the WNBA’s ratings were struggling because the players lacked sex appeal. Here’s an excerpt from Simmons’ piece: “Well, the…
Lakers convene to set standards for upcoming head coach hire
[ad_1] The Los Angeles Lakers are holding internal meetings to establish their criteria for the next head coach, according to sources informed Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Following the dismissal of Darvin Ham last week, the team has not yet sought permission to interview assistant coaches. Stein reported last week that the team is…
NBA Officials Confirm Foul Call on Pacers’ Myles Turner for Illegal Screen
[ad_1] The NBA confirmed an illegal screen call on Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner during the closing seconds of the New York Knicks’ 121-117 win in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference second-round series, according to the NBA’s Last Two Minute Report. With 15 seconds left and Indiana trailing 118-117, Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton dribbled…
Professional Coverage of Basketball: Breaking News, Game Results, Player Stats, In-Depth Analysis, and Current Standings
[ad_1] POSTED BY: Igor Obradovic Uros Plavsic Defending Serbian champion KK Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Beograd (KLS) is close to adding 25-year-old forward Uros Plavsic (213cm-119kg-1998, college: Tennessee) to their roster. Plavsic, who currently plays at BC Mega MIS Beograd, has impressive stats in 27 Adriatic League games this season: 15.2ppg, 7.7rpg, and 1.4apg. He has…
Rick Carlisle Emphasizes the Importance of Defending Against Josh Hart’s Aggressive Full-Court Attacks
[ad_1] Photo: New York Knicks/X Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle spoke about trying to slow down New York Knicks forward Josh Hart from going coast-to-coast during Tuesday’s media availability (24 points/13 rebounds/8 assists/3 steals/1 block/9-13 FG/1-1 3-PT/5-8 FT/+4 +/- in NY’s 121-117 Eastern Conference Semifinal Game 1 home win). (via Indiana Pacers): “We gotta…
Investigation underway into altercation between Pat Beverley and Pacers fans
[ad_1] The incident that happened between Bucks guard Patrick Beverley and Pacers fans during Game 6 is now under police investigation, NBA insider Shams Charania reports. “Indianapolis Police is investigating the incident between Patrick Beverley and a fan during Game 6 of Bucks-Pacers series; detectives confirm to me and@MikeVorkunov they are working with Gainbridge Fieldhouse…
Nikola Jokic Named 2023-2024 NBA Most Valuable Player
[ad_1] Nikola Jokic has been named the 23-24 NBA Most Valuable Player, winning the award for the third time in his career. Jokic is the ninth player to win the award three or more times in his career. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finished second ahead of Luka Doncic at third. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jalen Brunson rounded out…