about 1 month ago

Corey Close Says UCLA’s Final Four Win Meant More Than Banners

After UCLA beat Texas 51-44 to reach the title game, Close praised her team’s grit and bigger purpose. “Banners hang in gyms and rings collect dust,” she told SportsCenter. “But who you become and who you impact, you get to keep forever.” The Bruins survived 23 turnovers, held Madison Booker to 3-for-23 shooting, and earned 40 more minutes.

By Raahib Singh

about 1 month ago

Stephen Curry Relays His Uplifting Conversations With Draymond Green Amid His Absence

Steve Kerr, after the loss to Cleveland, praised Draymond for how he's handled carrying GSW in Steph's absence. Tonight, Curry did the same. "I told him, don’t let go of the rope. Been rough for him, walking into the locker room not knowing who’s available." This is Green's first season since 2012-13 averaging less than one steal and one block.

By Samir Mehdi

about 1 month ago

Stephen Curry Flexes His Pick 'n' Roll With Kristaps Porzingis

The obvious dilemma when guarding a Steph-Porzingis PnR would be the decision to either fight over/under screens or switch as both of them are elite shooter. "Don’t know how people are going to guard our pick and roll," said Steph. "Any time you have a talent like that and two guys who can demand attention, it's always a great thing."

By Samir Mehdi

about 1 month ago

Nikola Jokic Had Hilarious Exchange With Udonis Haslem, Trolls Him Over His 3 Rings

Jokic trolled Haslem, bringing up the Nuggets' triumph vs. Heat in the 2023 NBA Finals. When Haslem said, "I got 3 of them things, be careful", Jokic couldn't help but reply, "Not against me." Joker said it was a jest, giving big respect to Haslem. UD then quipped that he would have had 6 fouls in a matchup with Jokic.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 1 month ago

NBA Investigation Into Bucks-Giannis Antetokounmpo Dispute Uncovers Inconsistencies

Shams Charania shared that an NBA Spokesperson has reported that facts remain in dispute in the Bucks-Antetokounmpo issue over playing. "There is a disagreement as to whether the team requested that Giannis participate in a group workout earlier this week," Shams said. Additionally, Giannis was found to have refused participating in a three-on-three scrimmage as part of his return process.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 1 month ago

UConn's Tarris Reed Assesses How The First Half Vs Illinois Went During Final Four Bout

UConn led by 8 at the half. Reed had a solid 11 points on 5-8 shooting from the field along with 5 rebounds. When asked what the message from Dan Hurley in the locker room would be, he said, "Rebound. We gotta control the glass. We're not doing well on the glass. Control the glass. Limit the turnovers."

By Samir Mehdi

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