Diana Taurasi Sees UConn’s Standard in Sarah Strong, Azzi Fudd, and Paige Bueckers

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Diana Taurasi Sees UConn’s Standard in Sarah Strong, Azzi Fudd, and Paige Bueckers

Talking about UConn’s newest stars, Taurasi said, “There’s something really special when you watch them play.” She praised how Strong, Fudd, and Bueckers handle the weight of the program’s history, even in defeat. After returning to the Final Four this weekend, Taurasi said the trio reflects Connecticut’s standard through toughness, teamwork, and representing alumni with pride.

By Raahib Singh

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Candace Parker: Geno Auriemma’s Behavior With Dawn Staley Post-Loss Isn’t New

Parker said Geno’s reaction after UConn’s Final Four loss to South Carolina fit a pattern, not a surprise. “When he’s whooping your ass, and you are not a threat, there’s grace,” she said. Parker added that coaches who beat or challenge him often have different relationships with him, pointing to Dawn Staley and Pat Summitt as examples.

By Raahib Singh

Wizards Have 'Strong Interest' in Taylor Jenkins if They Move on From Brian Keefe

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Wizards Have 'Strong Interest' in Taylor Jenkins if They Move on From Brian Keefe

"It's very difficult for any young coach to survive a yearslong rebuild and oversee a dramatic cultural shift of losing to competing," one general manager told The Stein Line. The Wizards have "strong interest" in Jenkins if they move on from Keefe, per Jake Fischer, though there has been pushback suggesting Washington may keep Keefe for a fourth season.

By Adit Pujari

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NBA Analyst Says Cavaliers Are Under Pressure in the Playoffs After James Harden Addition

Having traded for Harden, Windhorst believes the Cavaliers are under pressure after a second-round exit last season. "Only 19th in overall defense since the All-Star break, that is not the recipe for how you make a deep playoff run," Windhorst said. He added that with Donovan Mitchell's future uncertain, the Cavaliers need to convince him to extend his contract.

By Pranay Mukherjee

Carmelo Anthony’s Son Kiyan Commits to Second Year at Syracuse

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Carmelo Anthony’s Son Kiyan Commits to Second Year at Syracuse

After averaging 8ppg on 39.9% shooting from the field and 25.4% from three in his first season with Syracuse, Kiyan will return for his second season, according to Joey Tipton. He'll play for new head coach, Gerry McNamara, who was teammates with his father Carmelo on the 2003 NCAA championship team. Kiyan showed flashes of talent, but needs consistent minutes.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 2 months ago

Spurs “Confident” Victor Wembanyama Could Return for Game vs. Mavs, Per Shams Charania

After suffering a rib contusion vs. 76ers on Monday, Shams reported that the Spurs are confident of Wemby's return during the regular season. "There's confidence that Victor Wembanyama will be able to play one of these final 2 games," Shams said, highlighting the Mavs game on Friday. Wemby needs one 20-minute game to be eligible for NBA awards.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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