247Sports Four-star combo guard Justin Pippen, the son of NBA Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame player Scottie Pippen, will make his college commitment Friday at 4:30 p.m. ET on the 247Sports YouTube channel. A product of Sierra Canyon High School in Chatsworth, California, Pippen will choose from a list of finalists that includes Michigan,…
Photo by TJ Dragotta on Unsplash UConn guard Stephon Castle has announced his entry into the 2024 NBA Draft. Castle, who spent one season at UConn, played a pivotal role in the Huskies’ 2024 National Championship victory. Standing at 6-foot-6, Castle averaged 11.1 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game during his lone collegiate…
According to an ESPN report on Friday, UConn freshman standout Stephon Castle is entering the NBA Draft after playing a pivotal role in the Huskies’ 2024 national championship victory. Standing at 6-foot-6, Castle became a starter for the national champions at the young age of 19, averaging 27 minutes per game. While Castle’s 3-point shooting…
Photo: Orlando Magic/X Orlando Magic defensive stopper Jonathan Isaac is confident that the team can make a deep run in the 2024 NBA playoffs, as they face the #4 seed Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference First Round, with the Magic holding the #5 seed. (via Orlando Magic): “Throughout the ups and downs of the…
College basketball rosters transition quickly, and the Kentucky Wildcats are undergoing significant changes for the 2024-25 season under new coach Mark Pope. Former head coach John Calipari frequently brought in five-star recruits, but the one-and-done strategy led to issues with high turnover and reliance on young players. Pope is now focused on building a roster…
Photo: USC Trojans/Twitter NBA scouts have raised concerns about the way Bronny James has been used in his college basketball career at USC. As Bronny prepares to enter the 2024 NBA Draft, questions have been raised about his readiness for the professional league. While some doubt Bronny’s NBA readiness, others like NBA legend Paul Pierce…
The Chicago Bulls are unsure if Alex Caruso will be able to play in their crucial game against the Miami Heat due to a significant left ankle sprain. Caruso’s presence in the upcoming match against the Heat is uncertain, which could impact the Bulls’ chances of making it to the playoffs. If Caruso is unable…
Photo: Denver Nuggets/Twitter Jamal Murray displays confidence as the Denver Nuggets prepare to defend their NBA title against the Los Angeles Lakers in the playoffs. Murray has faith in the Nuggets’ ability to repeat their championship success, drawing motivation from their strong teamwork and individual readiness. “I don’t see why we couldn’t. I just have…
Stephen A. Smith believes that Kevin Durant’s legacy is at stake as he faces the Timberwolves in the playoffs with the Suns. Smith emphasizes Durant’s importance to the Warriors during his time with the team, highlighting his two championships and NBA Finals MVPs. However, Smith points out that Durant’s legacy has been questioned since leaving…
Photo: YouTube NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley advocates for the league to reconsider its lifetime ban on Jontay Porter, a two-way player with the Toronto Raptors. Porter, 24, faced the lifetime ban for violating NBA rules related to disclosing confidential information to bettors and engaging in betting activities. Barkley acknowledged the seriousness of Porter’s…
