Category: Basketball
College basketball rankings: Duke falls to No. 12 in updated AP Top 25 poll; Kansas, Baylor, Memphis slide
[ad_1] The latest AP Top 25 men’s basketball poll released Monday has a similar look at the top with No. 1 UConn and No. 2 Purdue clinging to the top two spots but some fresh changes in the top 10 after a dramatic week that included two big-name schools falling out of the top 10. …
Fred VanVleet on Alperen Sengun: “He’s unguardable”
[ad_1] Center Alperen Sengun of the Houston Rockets is discreetly building a compelling case for inclusion in the All-Star lineup this season, as reported by Tim Bontemps of ESPN. Fred VanVleet, the point guard for Houston, remarked to Bontemps, “He’s so skilled. He’s unguardable. He’s got a thousand moves. He’s learning the higher aspects of…
College basketball rankings: Decision to have Terrence Shannon playing for Illinois lies with Brad Underwood
[ad_1] Getty Images Terrence Shannon Jr. returned to Illinois‘ rotation Sunday less than a month after being charged with rape. His legal issues remain unresolved. Regardless, the 6-foot-6 wing received a rousing ovation upon entering the game, played 28 minutes, scored 16 points and helped Illinois to an 86-63 victory. The fact that Shannon led…
Lakers explore guards: Dejounte Murray, Malcolm Brogdon, Spencer Dinwiddie, Tyus Jones
[ad_1] As the Los Angeles Lakers (22-22) aim to bolster their roster before the February 8 trade deadline, a new report unveils their interest in multiple guards. The Lakers, seeking defensive prowess in their backcourt, are reportedly eyeing Dejounte Murray as their primary target, according to Matt Moore of Action Network. While Murray is the…
Chiefs leave Bills heartbroken again; Lions come up clutch against Buccaneers
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Jacque Vaughn: Our group is still learning lessons
[ad_1] Brooklyn Nets head coach Jacque Vaughn talked about the team’s horrendous fourth quarter following yesterday’s 125-114 road loss vs. the Los Angeles Clippers (outscored 41-15/Clippers closed the game on a 22-0 run). (via YES Network): Reporter: “It’s not one thing. It’s not a busted coverage or a blown call. When you have five minutes…
RJ Barrett Responds to Carmelo Anthony Throwing Shade at Him
[ad_1] RJ Barrett had a great response when asked about Carmelo Anthony calling him a “bland player” during a recent interview. Here’s what Melo said on ‘7PM in Brooklyn’ last week: “He’s just a bland player, bro. That’s not a shot. That’s not disrespect. I ask a lot of people who are Knicks fans to…
St. Peter’s Peacocks vs. Canisius Golden Griffins live stream info, start time, TV channel: How to watch NCAA Basketball on TV, stream online
[ad_1] Halftime Report Their last head-to-head back in December of 2023 was close, and so far it looks like that’s how Canisius and St. Peter’s will finish this one. Sitting on a score of 37-36, Canisius has looked like the better team, but there’s still one more half to play. Canisius came into the contest…
Joel Embiid on Victor Wembanyama: “I don’t think he thinks he’s a center”
[ad_1] As the San Antonio Spurs’ number one draft pick, seven-foot-four tall Victor Wembanyama, showcases his guard skills, NBA MVP Joel Embiid anticipates a unique challenge in their upcoming game. Reigning MVP Embiid provided insights into Wembanyama’s mindset, stating, “I don’t think he thinks he’s a center.” Embiid, who shares a similar versatile approach to…
NBA Fans Roast Kevin Durant for Controversial GOAT Call
[ad_1] Every NBA fan knows the great GOAT debate between Michael Jordan and LeBron James, but wildy, Kevin Durant thinks that he should also be part of the GOAT conversation. So, why isn’t he part of that conversation? Durant thinks he knows the answer. “Because I went to the Warriors,” Durant said in an exclusive…