Category: Basketball
UConn strategically outsmarted Purdue and Zach Edey with a math problem on their way to winning a second national title
[ad_1] GLENDALE, Ariz. – In the national championship game on Monday night, Purdue’s Zach Edey outshined UConn center Donovan Clingan in the battle of the big men. However, it was UConn that emerged victorious, strategically dismantling Purdue with a solid defensive plan that forced the Boilermakers to abandon their 3-point shooting game. This led to…
Chauncey Billups discusses Scoot Henderson’s rookie season and areas for summer improvement
[ad_1] Photo: Portland Trail Blazers/X Here’s Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups discussing Scoot Henderson’s rookie season progression/2024 summer goals. (via Portland Trail Blazers): Reporter: “When you look at this season from October to now, where do you think Scoot made the most progress?” Billups: “I think just understanding two things. Understanding the actual…
Kentucky big man Zvonimir Ivišić enters transfer portal following John Calipari’s departure, explores new opportunities.
[ad_1] USATSI Kentucky center Zvonimir Ivišić has entered the transfer portal, according to 247Sports. The 7-foot-2 freshman’s decision comes four days after former Wildcats coach John Calipari left to take the same position at Arkansas. Ivišić is the second 7-footer to transfer out of Kentucky since Calipari’s departure, joining fellow freshman and former five-star prospect…
Kendra, wife of Julius Randle, shares touching message with Knicks center
[ad_1] Photo: New York Knicks/Twitter New York Knicks All-Star center Julius Randle is facing a challenging period as he deals with a season-ending injury, which has ruled him out of his team’s playoff campaign. Despite this setback, Randle has found comfort and encouragement in a heartfelt message from his wife Kendra, shared on Instagram during…
Father Jeff discusses the potential positives and negatives for Reed Sheppard coming back to Kentucky in light of Mark Pope’s hiring
[ad_1] A new era in Kentucky basketball is on the horizon as longtime coach John Calipari has stepped down to take the job at Arkansas. UK athletic director Mitch Barnhart is now focused on BYU coach Mark Pope as his successor. Pope has strong ties to Kentucky, having played there in the mid-90s and maintaining…
Tracy McGrady Affirms Kobe Bryant’s Place in the Top 5 of NBA History
[ad_1] Former NBA star Tracy McGrady passionately argues that Kobe Bryant should be recognized as one of the top five greatest players in basketball history, dismissing claims that his legacy is diminished by his partnership with Shaquille O’Neal. McGrady firmly refutes the idea that Bryant’s achievements are overshadowed by his connection with O’Neal, pointing out…
2025 March Madness Preview: UConn and Duke favored to win NCAA Tournament
[ad_1] UConn opened the 2023-24 season with the seventh-best odds (20-1) to win the national title. The Huskies started the year behind Kansas, Michigan State, Kentucky, Duke, Purdue and Arizona. On Monday night in Glendale, Arizona, the Huskies became the first team since Florida in 2006-07 to repeat as national champions with a 75-60 statement…
LeBron James and Anthony Davis listed on Lakers injury report for important season finale against Pelicans
[ad_1] Photo: Los Angeles Lakers/Twitter The Los Angeles Lakers are getting ready for a crucial season finale against the New Orleans Pelicans with both superstars, LeBron James and Anthony Davis, included in the team’s injury report. James is struggling with a left ankle peroneal tendinopathy, while Davis is recovering from a left eye contusion, with…
Navigating the Offseason: UConn’s Quest for a Second Consecutive NCAA Tournament Title and Dynasty Status
[ad_1] Dan Hurley has little to complain about as his UConn Huskies are on the brink of making history with a potential second straight national championship. Their dominance in the NCAA Tournament has been unparalleled, with commanding victories and elite performance on both offense and defense. Maintaining this level of excellence is a challenge, especially…
NBA acknowledges overtime in Friday’s Grizzlies vs Lakers game
[ad_1] An article by Jonah Dylan from Memphis Commercial Appeal revealed that the NBA has confirmed an unintentional 1 minute and 6 second extension during the Memphis Grizzlies and Los Angeles Lakers game on Friday night. There was a discrepancy in the game clock during the third quarter after a shot clock violation, resulting in…