4 months ago

Deandre Ayton Shrugs Off JJ Redick’s “Uncomfortable Practice”: “Y’all Bought Into That?”

Asked about a team meeting and coach Redick wanting an “uncomfortable day,” Ayton waved off the premise. “It was a great practice,” he said, stressing, “there’s never a bad time here.” He added, “I play for the Los Angeles Lakers. Every day is a good day.” When told the coach expected discomfort, he deadpanned: “And y’all bought into that.”

By Raahib Singh

4 months ago

Nikola Jokic’s 2025–26 Numbers Are Outpacing Shaq, Kidd, Bird, Kareem, Malone

Jokic is putting up 29.9 points per game, edging Shaq’s career-best 29.7 in 1999-2000. He’s at 12.4 rebounds, above Karl Malone’s peak 12.0 in 1987-88, and 11.1 assists, topping Jason Kidd’s 10.8 in 1998-99. His 60.4% FG matches Kareem’s best, and 44.0% from deep beats Larry Bird’s 42.7.

By Raahib Singh

4 months ago

Seth Curry Sciatica Confirmed After MRIs, Re-Eval in Two Weeks

Golden State said recently Curry underwent MRIs on his lower back and pelvis after missing three straight games. The team confirmed the issue is sciatica nerve-related, not a new structural injury. He’ll be re-evaluated in two weeks, leaving his short-term availability uncertain as the schedule tightens. Golden State has been shuffling its guard rotation without him.

By Raahib Singh

4 months ago

Michigan State's Tom Izzo Blasts Baylor Signing James Nnaji: "An Absolute Travesty”

Baylor added Nnaji, an NBA draft pick who’s played pro ball, and Izzo said the new eligibility era forces coaches to bench someone who earned minutes. “Somebody’s sitting. Somebody’s not playing,” he said, calling it “an absolute travesty.” He warned teams could “draft and stash” prospects, turning college rosters into pro pipelines. All because the NCAA opened the door.

By Raahib Singh

4 months ago

Charles Lee Calls Kon Knueppel an “Insane Competitor” After Ankle Sprain

Hornets coach Lee said Knueppel has made “good progress” and “wants to come back today for practice,” but the team will be cautious. Lee called him an “insane competitor” and confirmed it’s a “right ankle sprain,” with treatment monitored “day-to-day.” Lee said Knueppel has done “a little bit on the core” while the Hornets lean on depth.

By Raahib Singh

4 months ago

Maxi Kleber Calls Luka Doncic “Head of the Snake” After Defensive Wake-Up

Kleber backed Doncic after the Lakers star said his own defense must improve with the team. “It shows great character that he wants to take accountability,” Kleber said, calling him “the head of the snake.” Kleber added that ownership has to translate to “effort on every possession,” pointing to transition lapses and “second chance” points, too.

By Raahib Singh

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