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Draymond Green Says Monta Ellis Comparison Undercuts Stephen Curry’s Leadership

Green rejected the idea that Golden State could simply replace Curry with Ellis and achieve the same championships, calling that a “false sense” of how winning works. He argued titles depend on leadership, personality, locker-room dynamics and organizational fit, not just talent. Green said the hypothetical also diminishes what Curry provided as the Warriors’ leader.

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Timberwolves Set February 28 as the Date for Kevin Garnett's Jersey Retirement

Timberwolves will retire Garnett's jersey on February 28 at Target Center, per Dane Moore, with Minnesota hosting the Celtics that night. The ceremony caps a long-awaited reunion after Garnett's falling out with former owner Taylor kept him away from the franchise for years. Garnett spent 14 seasons with Minnesota and remains the franchise's all-time leading scorer and rebounder.

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Kevin Durant Honors Russell Westbrook’s Work Ethic After Retirement

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Kevin Durant Honors Russell Westbrook’s Work Ethic After Retirement

Durant reflected on Westbrook’s retirement by recalling his relentless routine and quiet leadership during their Oklahoma City years. He said Russ was already working out before morning practices, “led by example,” and played with freedom when the lights were brightest. Durant praised his 18-year career, saying basketball was “sacred” to him and congratulating the entire Westbrook family.

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Kelsey Mitchell Defends Stephanie White After Fever Fans Boo Coach

Mitchell said it “really hurt my feelings” to see White emotional after being booed, especially while feeling unvalued in a place where she has to coach. She told White directly that the team was behind her, stressing that Indiana’s players must remind their coach she is not alone and that their locker-room culture will not abandon her.

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Draymond Green Urges NBA to Abolish Salary Cap Amid Kawhi Leonard Probe

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Andre Iguodala Says Spurs Popularized Load Management to Protect Aging Core

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