[ad_1] Portland Trail Blazers’ rookie Scoot Henderson, selected as the third pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, is steadfast in his pursuit of the prestigious Rookie of the Year award. In a recent statement to Colin Ward-Henninger of CBS Sports, Henderson expressed his ambition, stating, “Trying to get Rookie of the Year, that’s still my…
[ad_1] Heat rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. had himself a Christmas Day to remember and shone for Miami in the absence of Jimmy Butler. Jaquez recorded 31 points, ten rebounds, two steals and one assist to lead the Heat to a 119-113 victory over the 76ers on Christmas Day. The comparison offered up by Miami coach…
[ad_1] Golden State Warriors’ rookie sensation, Brandin Podziemski, recently took to X to share an inspirational message, underscoring his incredible journey during his inaugural NBA season. The 20-year-old guard, drafted as the No. 19 pick by the Warriors this summer, reflected on his transformation from being perceived as a potential bust to now earning a…
[ad_1] In a setback for the Anaheim Ducks, rookie sensation Leo Carlsson is expected to miss 4-6 weeks due to a sprained right MCL. Injury was sustained in a collision during Thursday’s game against the Calgary Flames. It occurred when Carlsson collided awkwardly with Flames defenseman MacKenzie Weegar along the boards and Weegar fell onto…
[ad_1] Puka Nacua was selected by the Los Angeles Rams in the 5th round of the 2023 NFL Draft. He was the 20th wide receiver selected throughout the process, and the third that was taken in the 5th round. But if he is able to keep up with his pace and average, then he won’t…
[ad_1] Matthew Poitras, the 19-year-old forward and 54th overall pick of the Boston Bruins in the 2022 NHL draft, has earned a coveted spot on Team Canada’s National Junior Team roster. Hockey Canada had strategically left a vacancy in the lineup, anticipating the addition of an under-20 prospect from the NHL. Poitras, who wasn’t widely…
[ad_1] The United States Women’s National Team closed out a down year with two friendly victories over China. While neither result was altogether convincing, multiple players made their respective senior international debuts and could take on bigger roles with the program in the near future. Jenna Nighswonger opened her professional career by switching positions, beginning…
[ad_1] If you could have picked anywhere in the world since 2000 to grow up and be completely swept up by the hype of hoops, then a stone’s throw away from Cleveland, Ohio, would have been a good spot. Thankfully for Mike Bothwell, he experienced just that. Born and raised in Willoughby, Ohio, the newest…
[ad_1] Patrick Williams, TheAHL.com Features Writer The Chicago Blackhawks are counting on Drew Commesso to be a key part of their future. Chicago went for the goaltender in the second round of the 2020 NHL Draft, after his second season with USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program. He went on to play three years at…
[ad_1] Warriors rookie Brandin Podziemski has been a surprise packet so far this season and Draymond Green believes he is the real deal. The 20-year-old recorded 13 points, eight rebounds and two assists in 31 minutes of playing time in the Warriors 120-114 win against the Clippers on Thursday. Following the game, Draymond went into…
