Damian Lillard's Playoff Return Is Back in the Conversation

4 months ago

Damian Lillard's Playoff Return Is Back in the Conversation

Portland hasn’t fully shut the door on a Lillard comeback this postseason, even after he missed the entire regular season recovering from a torn left Achilles. Local reporting said a return during the playoffs remains possible, though acting coach Tiago Splitter recently downplayed the idea for this series with a “probably not.” For now, the possibility alone is energizing RipCity.

By Raahib Singh

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4 months ago

Ime Udoka Tells Rockets Players to “Grow Up” After Shocking Game 3 OT Loss vs. Lakers

Udoka doesn't think his players can use youth as an excuse after losses anymore. They had a 6-point lead with 30 seconds on the clock and lost 112-108 in OT vs. Lakers. "Grow up, and you’re not that young anymore. You’ve been to the playoffs once," Udoka said. Mistakes and a lack of a true PG cost Houston the win.

By Pranay Mukherjee

JJ Redick Praises LeBron James’ Effort Levels in Second Half and OT During Game 3 Win

4 months ago

JJ Redick Praises LeBron James’ Effort Levels in Second Half and OT During Game 3 Win

Redick was confident that LeBron had enough in the tank to play OT, playing 45 minutes total at 41 years old. "I think defensively, both on the glass and just with our coverages and our exploitations, he was awesome," Redick said, referring to LBJ's efforts in the second half and OT. he was pleased by James' effort and drive.

By Pranay Mukherjee

4 months ago

Marcus Smart Says Lakers’ Desperation Has Fuelled Their Winning Ways

"With two of our best players down we gotta play desperate," Smart said. "That's how we've been playing and that's how we winning." He stated that with that desperation, the Lakers' chemistry has improved and guys have grown in confidence. Smart, Rui Hachimura and Luke Kennard played key roles as LeBron James led the Lakers to a game 3 win.

By Pranay Mukherjee

4 months ago

LeBron James Proud of Son Bronny’s Growth, Reflects on Sharing the Court in the Playoffs

LeBron is proud of Bronny's attention to detail while preparing, defensive mindset, and promise on the ball. "He's just getting better and better, it's like wow," LeBron said, praising his ability to step up, make a 3-pointer and then hit the alley-oop layup. He asserted Bronny will get confidence from postseason minutes, and it will make the regular season easier.

By Pranay Mukherjee

4 months ago

Dylan Harper Catches Fire With 10-Point 4th Quarter, Helps Spurs Win vs. Blazers

Harper has almost single-handedly fuelled the Spurs' comeback with a career-high 27 points, 10 of which came in the 4th quarter. He dropped 22 points in the second half, helping San Antonio get a 120-108 win after being down by 15 at one point. Stephon Castle also had a crucial scoring game, dropping 33 points and 5 assists.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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