Category: Basketball
Hawks select French standout Zaccharie Risacher with top pick in NBA Draft
[ad_1] For the first time in history, French players have been selected as the first pick in back-to-back NBA Drafts, as Zaccharie Risachaer was chosen this time by Atlanta. The forward was the first of four compatriots taken in the first round, as he followed in the footsteps of big man Victor Wembanyama, who was…
Analysis of Basketball News, Scores, Stats, Standings, and More
[ad_1] Dimitris Legkikas AO Mykonou (Elite League) agreed terms with 29-year old power forward Dimitris Legkikas (207cm-1995) for upcoming 2024-25 season. Legkikas played last season at GS Esperos Lamias. In 33 Elite League games he…
Phoenix Suns Owner Finally Speaks Out on Kevin Durant Trade Speculations
[ad_1] Suns owner Mat Ishbia has heard the rumors about a Kevin Durant trade this summer and he’s taken to X to address them. “NBA Draft night is the best. Everyone talking about the drama and storylines, some are right and some are just wrong,” he wrote. “My turn. Phoenix loves Kevin Durant and Kevin…
Global Basketball Community Responds to First Round of the 2024 NBA Draft
[ad_1] The NBA Draft has been separated into two days in 2024 and we have the breakdown from Round 1. The top ten of the 2024 NBA Draft is below: 1. Hawks: Zaccharie Risacher2. Wizards: Alex Sarr3. Rockets: Reed Sheppard4. Spurs: Stephon Castle5. Pistons: Ron Holland II6. Hornets: Tidjane Salaun7. Blazers: Donovan Clingan8. Wolves: Rob…
Brad Stevens of Boston Celtics anticipates few roster adjustments for upcoming season
[ad_1] Ever since Brad Stevens arrived in Boston back in 2013, he’s been chasing the franchise’s 18th NBA title, and now that he finally has it, life has been a whirlwind for the team president. Despite winning the championship not too long ago, he already has to wrap up the championship celebrations and concentrate on…
Golden State Warriors open to trading Jonathan Kuminga for a substantial offer
[ad_1] Golden State Warriors Open to Trading Jonathan Kuminga for All-NBA Player For years now, Golden State has shown much resistance about not trading their rising star Jonathan Kuminga, who after three campaigns in the Bay Area has proved his potential, but is still yet to unlock it. Despite the player’s development, sources around the…
Kristaps Porzingis to undergo surgery for unusual injury, ruling him out of Olympics
[ad_1] One of the key elements behind Boston’s 18th championship title came from a Latvian big man, who powered his way through a rare left leg injury to compete in the NBA Finals against Dallas. Despite his pains, Kristaps Porzingis dominated the court every time he stepped on it during the series, but now must…
Former Celtics assistant Charles Lee named new head coach of the Hornets
[ad_1] At 39-years of age, Charles Lee will get his first chance to head coach in the NBA, as the former Celtics assistant will take over the role in Charlotte this upcoming season. Despite his lack of experience leading the pack, he’s already been part of two championship teams; the Bucks’ 2021 title and this…
Josh Giddey aims to tap into his full potential with an expanded role in Chicago
[ad_1] In one of the first shocks of the summer, Josh Giddey was traded out to Chicago in exchange for Alex Caruso, who will now become one of Oklahoma City’s most tenured guards. This Tuesday, the Australian confirmed that he did tell his former GM Sam Presti that he did not want to come off…
Lakers’ Head Coach JJ Redick: Breaking Down His Contract, Salary, Net Worth, and More
[ad_1] User Note: This page is updated as of Wednesday, June 26, 2024. After retiring from the NBA in 2021, JJ Redick transformed himself into one of the best sports media personalities on the planet (even creating a podcast with LeBron James). But it seems like there was an itch that still needed scratching, as…