Category: Basketball
Professional Basketball Report: Latest News, Scores, Statistics, Analysis, Standings
[ad_1] Metehan Akyel Esenler Erokspor Istanbul (TBL) inked 28-year old 206cm center Metehan Akyel. Akyel played most recently at Turk Telekom (BSL). In 13 games he recorded 3.2ppg and 2.9rpg last season. TBL will be definitely a better match and he can see more playing time. He also played 12 games in Eurocup where he…
Lou Williams Reflects on Oscar Robertson’s Passionate Speech
[ad_1] Oscar Robertson is a well-respected legend of the game, but Lou Williams recalls a time he gave a motivational speech for the Raptors which turned sour. “This is like the beginning of the season and usually, you know, a bring in like, a motivational speaker or somebody,” Williams said on The Underground Lounge. “So…
Jaylen Brown reaches out to Derrick White after Olympic snub as a replacement player
[ad_1] One of the biggest stories of the summer was Derrick White getting the call up replace Kawhi Leonard in the Team USA squad over Jaylen Brown. Coming off a championship with the Celtics, Brown was crowned Finals MVP and was dubbed the perfect replacement for Leonard, but Team USA didn’t think so. Brown took…
Uncertainty Surrounds Kawhi Leonard’s Availability for Opening Night Following Surgery
[ad_1] In news that won’t shock anyone, Kawhi Leonard may not play on opening night against the Suns because of that pesky right knee injury. The Clippers’ President of Basketball Operations Lawrence Frank met with members of the media on Tuesday afternoon and explained where Kawhi is at right now. “His right knee, the swelling…
Memphis Grizzlies to Honor Tony Allen by Retiring his No. 9 Jersey on March 15th
[ad_1] The Memphis Grizzlies will retire guard Tony Allen’s No. 9 jersey on March 15, the team announced Tuesday. Allen’s number is scheduled be raised to the FedExForum rafters following a game against the Miami Heat. Memphis Grizzlies legend Tony Allen is the third player in franchise history to have his jersey retired The first…
Kendrick Perkins Criticizes Boston Celtics Before Start of Season.
[ad_1] Kendrick Perkins won a championship with Boston in 2008, but he has no issue with criticizing them today. Heading into the 2024-25 season with a similar roster to their championship-winning team, Perkins believes the Celtics do not strike fear in the hearts of other teams. “No one in the NBA is scared right now…
Derrick White Speaks Out about Altercation at Colorado Football Game
[ad_1] Derrick White has addressed the altercation he was involved in at a CU-CSU game last week. A video went viral on social media showing White getting into a confrontation with fans during a college football rivalry game between Colorado and Colorado State. The video captured a fan striking White, causing his hat to fall…
Evan Fournier Discusses NBA’s ‘Dark Side’ After Move to Euroleague
[ad_1] After two-long seasons stuck on coach Tom Thibodeau’s bench in New York, Evan Fournier decided he wanted something new in his career. This summer he got the opportunity to serve a major role in France’s silver medal in the Paris Olympics and even averaged 9.8 points per game, and now it seems like he…
Medical Professional Provides Explanation for Yellow Appearance of Michael Jordan’s Eyes in Recent Viral Image
[ad_1] Last week, Michael Jordan appeared publicly for European’s soccer Champions League opener in France, where AS Monaco received the all-mighty Barcelona. The NBA legend was captured by both fans and the media with photos and videos, documenting his rare appearance. However, there was one small detail that really caught people’s attention. As it has…
Knicks Center Mitchell Robinson Out for Start of 2024-25 Season
[ad_1] New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson will miss the beginning of the 2024-25 regular season after offseason ankle surgery, league sources confirmed to SNY’s Ian Begley on Monday. Robinson, 26, appeared in 31 games (21 starts) last season and underwent ankle surgery in December. However, he also suffered a foot/ankle injury during New York’s…