2 months ago
Cooper Flagg Unlikely to Return for Mavs’ Game vs. Hornets Next Week, Says Jason Kidd
Flagg has missed the Mavericks' last 5 games with a left midfoot sprain and doesn't seem to be returning soon. When asked if Flagg would be available for Mavs' game vs. Hornets on March 3rd, Kidd said, "probably not." Flagg has averaged 20.4ppg this season, but is losing ground in the Rookie of the Year race while injured.
By Pranay Mukherjee
2 months ago
Nikola Jokic Starts Brawl After Cheap Shot by Lu Dort
Early in the 4th quarter, while returning on defense, Dort intentionally tripped Jokic with a cheap shot. Jokic did not take kindly to the shot and quickly made his way to Dort, ready to start a brawl. Thunder players intervened, but an angry Jokic swung at Jaylin Williams. The fight was eventually stopped by refs, coaches and players together.
By Pranay Mukherjee
2 months ago
Jaylen Brown Appreciated Nikola Vucevic’s Aggression in Blowout Win vs. Nets
Brown said that every day Vucevic plays with the team, they get better at finding him in his spots and allowing him to feel comfortable on offense. Pleased with Vucevic's aggressive 28-point 11-rebound game vs. Nets, he said, "I like to see him aggressive. I think that's a good sign for us, especially when teams are trying to double."
By Pranay Mukherjee
2 months ago
Karl-Anthony Towns Says Knicks Showed Their Ability to Bounce Back With Big Win vs. Bucks
Having suffered a loss to the Cavs on Tuesday, Towns felt it was important for the Knicks to show they can overcome adversity. "when you're in a playoff setting you may lose one, you gotta get the next one," Towns said. He added that with the 127-98 win vs. Bucks, the Knicks have shown they can bounce back quick.
By Pranay Mukherjee
2 months ago
Basketball Star Jaden DeJesus Eves Tragically Passes Away at 15
Jaden DeJesus Eves, a 6'8" basketball star at Christian Brothers High School, has tragically passed away at 15 years old. Reports state that he passed away in his sleep, with no further details revealed at the moment. Jaden's mother Jamie described him as her "one and only." She tearfully recalled the hugs he'd give her in between games.
By Pranay Mukherjee
2 months ago
Cavaliers HC Takes “No Moral Victories” From 122–119 OT Loss to Pistons
Kenny Atkinson is taking no moral victories away from the Cavs' tough OT loss vs. Pistons. He believes, "we had chances. Like you said, the execution, turnovers, just kind of kicking ourselves." Atkinson added that they should have fouled earlier at the end, and had a better shot at possibly winning. He feels the Cavs beat themselves in some ways.
By Pranay Mukherjee





