4 months ago

Deni Avdija Joins Rare Company With 39-Game Stat Line

Avdija became the seventh player in the last 35 NBA seasons to record at least 1,000 points, 250 rebounds, and 250 assists through his first 39 games. The list includes Bryant, Harden, Westbrook, Jokic, Doncic, and LeBron. Avdija reached the marks Friday against Houston, becoming the fastest player in Trail Blazers history to do so.

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4 months ago

Jrue Holiday Expected to Make His Return on Tuesday

The Trail Blazers upgraded Holiday to probable for Tuesday’s game against the Knicks after he missed time with a calf injury dating back to Nov. 14. Acquired from Boston in the offseason, Holiday has played 12 games for Portland, averaging 16.7 points, 8.3 assists, and 5.3 rebounds. His potential return comes as Portland looks to stabilize its backcourt rotation.

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4 months ago

Rick Carlisle Publicly Backs Norman Powell's All-Star Spot

Pacers coach Rick Carlisle said, “Powell to me is an All Star this year… he’ll get a vote from me.” Powell has never been an All-Star but has been in the race for the Most Improved Player twice in his career. He is currently averaging 23.8 points, three made threes on 41.5% shooting, and 85.7% from the free throw line.

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4 months ago

Angel Reese Invests in Black-Led Skincare Brand

Reese expanded her off-court portfolio by investing in Topicals, a Black-led skincare brand focused on textured skin, chronic conditions, and real treatment gaps. Her involvement helped push the company’s total funding beyond $22.6 million, Ebony reported. In contrast, she made $74,909 in WNBA last season and will earn just $82,399 in the coming season.

By Adit Pujari

4 months ago

Carmelo Anthony Considers Miami a Good Fit For Ja Morant

Anthony said Morant “need a culture,” adding he should go somewhere “already centered around culture and hard work.” He said, “I’m not mad at him in Miami,” noting, “Pat going to let you be you.” Morant’s relationship with Memphis has been turbulent this season, and league insiders expect he will be traded before the Feb. 5 deadline.

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4 months ago

Rui Hachimura Nears Return as JJ Redick Weighs Lineup Decision

Redick said Hachimura was a full participant in practice and is trending toward playing tomorrow, with Hachimura confirming he plans to return. Redick said Hachimura will likely come off the bench due to a minutes restriction and has not decided whether he will return to the starting lineup once that restriction is lifted, according to Starkand.

By Adit Pujari

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