about 1 month ago

De’Aaron Fox Thinks Defense Can Carry the Spurs Through Playoff Growing Pains

Fox downplayed San Antonio’s inexperience by pointing to the league’s top strength. “With Vic we have one of the best defenses in the league,” he said, adding that even if playoff scoring droughts hit, the Spurs can “withstand that.” San Antonio’s confidence starts with Wembanyama anchoring a defense Fox believes already travels well into higher-stakes basketball.

By Raahib Singh

about 1 month ago

Illinois HC Kelvin Sampson Admits To Being Sad After Loss To UConn

Illinois lost 71-62 to UConn as Dan Hurley makes his 3rd natty game. Post the loss, Brad Underwood said, "I feel sad, I’m sad. If you want to know the truth, I’m sad… I’m going to steal a quote from Kelvin Sampson: ‘I may not be as big a part of their life, but they are my life."

By Samir Mehdi

about 1 month ago

Charles Barkley Believed Arizona Was On Michigan's Level Prior To Blowout

With less than 10 minutes left, Arizona down 77-51. Barring a catastrophic, March Madness-esque collapse, it's going to be Michigan-UConn in the natty. "I thought Arizona was on the same level. They're not," said Chuck at the game's halftime. It's Aday Mara who's leading the charge, having 21 points on 9-13 shooting by the 9:18 mark of the second.

By Samir Mehdi

about 1 month ago

Steph Curry Hugely Impressed by Gui Santos’ Growth, Calls Him a “Multi-Faceted” Scorer

Curry stated that Santos has taken a big step forward, with his more stable role playing a big part. "He’s seeing the game the right way, he understands how he can be effective," Curry said. He praised Santos' touch, footwork and shooting. Steph, eager to play with Santos, added that he's seeing the game well and playing good basketball.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 1 month ago

Tyrese Maxey Sings Pistons’ Praises After They Gave 76ers a Blowout Loss

Maxey said that the Pistons jumped on them early, not giving them a chance to settle in the game. However, he's not bitter about the 116-93 loss. "They definitely a good team. They play hard, they play the right way, they play together," Maxey said. Despite dropping 23 points, Maxey wasn't able to make the game any closer.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 1 month ago

Michigan Blows Out Arizona, Advances To Face UConn In The Natty

Once Michigan established a 10-3 lead early in the first half, they never let go of the reins. Aday Mora's 26 points on 11-16 shooting led the way for the Wolverines as they won 91-73 in the blowout against the Wildcats. Dusty May scouted UConn-Illinois and it all worked out as Michigan is set to face UConn in the natty.

By Samir Mehdi

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