Category: Basketball
Joel Embiid Receives Major Update on Return Date
[ad_1] Sixers big man Joel Embiid is very close to making his return to the court after being sidelined for two months with a meniscus injury. The reigning MVP could make his return as early as Tuesday, NBA insider Shams Charania says. “76ers star Joel Embiid is nearing comeback as soon as Tuesday’s home game…
SMU hires Andy Enfield: USC coach leaves Trojans after 11 seasons to lead Mustangs into ACC era
[ad_1] USC coach Andy Enfield has left the Trojans to take the same job at SMU, the school announced on Monday. The move has been expected for days; rumors of Enfield’s departure surfaced more than a week ago. Representatives for Enfield, SMU and USC bargained in contract talks for a week, sources told CBS Sports….
Justin Zanik set for kidney transplant surgery
[ad_1] Justin Zanik is set to undergo a kidney transplant on April 2nd due to his condition, Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD), which is also present in all three of his children. His recuperation is expected to last through April, with plans to resume his duties as the Utah Jazz’s front office head well in advance…
College basketball coaching changes tracker 2024: Andy Enfield flees USC for SMU; Oklahoma State hires Lutz
[ad_1] 1 Out: Jared Grasso | In : Phil Martelli Jr. Martelli won the full-time job near the beginning of the season. Bryant’s big win came in November at FAU. The 19-12 Bulldogs finished third in the America East. 2 Out: John Smith | In : Mike DeGeorge Smith only managed 30 wins in five…
Kevin Porter Jr. makes move to PAOK in Greece
[ad_1] Former Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. is taking his talents overseas, joining Greek club PAOK for the remainder of the season. NBA insider Shams Charania broke the news, revealing Porter’s decision to sign with PAOK after his recent stint in the NBA. Porter is expected to join the Greek club soon. The 23-year-old…
NIT bracket 2024: Seton Hall vs. Georgia, Utah vs. Indiana State in tournament semifinals, schedule, scores
[ad_1] USATSI The 2024 NIT semifinals are set after Seton Hall and Utah secured victories Wednesday to move on to historic at Hinkle Fieldhouse next week. No. 1 seed Seton Hall defeated UNLV 91-68 behind 16 points and 10 assists from Kadary Richmond. Seton Hall guard Al-Amir Dawes scored a game-high 21 points and Dre…
Insider provides update on Julius Randle and OG Anunoby
[ad_1] An insider shed light on the injury status of New York Knicks stars Julius Randle and OG Anunoby, revealing that while both players are progressing, Anunoby is more likely to return for the postseason than Randle. NBA insider Shams Charania emphasized the Knicks’ cautious approach, indicating that the team is adopting a “wait and…
March Madness 2024 picks: Expert predictions for NCAA Tournament Final Four, national champion
[ad_1] The final weekend of the 2023-24 college basketball season is approaching. Saturday, the Final Four emanates from Glendale, Arizona, with a national champion to be crowned next Monday. No. 1 overall seed UConn looks to become the first team in nearly two decades to repeat as champions. The Huskies could become the eighth different…
Joel Embiid expected to return this week
[ad_1] Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid is anticipated to make his return to the court this week, with the possibility of playing as early as Tuesday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Embiid has been sidelined since January 30 due to an injury sustained against the Golden State Warriors. Following surgery for a torn meniscus,…
Final Four 2024: Alabama’s Nate Oats credits advice from Nick Saban, inspirational quotes in team’s run
[ad_1] Nate Oats has led Alabama basketball into uncharted waters. With an Elite Eight win over Clemson in the NCAA Tournament, the Crimson Tide secured a spot in the Final Four for the first time in program history, and they’re just two wins away from claiming an unprecedented national championship. It hasn’t been an easy…