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Giannis Antetokounmpo Explains Why He Stopped Letting Media Criticism Affect Him

Antetokounmpo said he realized around 2019-20 that media analysis would not improve his jumper, free throws or championship chances. Rather than getting angry over criticism, he chose to “focus on my craft” and control what he could. Giannis said that mindset helped elevate his career while still respecting and learning from basketball’s all-time greats.

By Raahib Singh

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Klay Thompson Calls Warriors’ 2022 Championship the Most Meaningful

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about 3 hours ago

Gregg Popovich Credits Don Nelson for Shaping His Spurs Coaching Philosophy

Popovich paid tribute to Nelson at his memorial service, admitting, “Most of the stuff I ran in San Antonio, I stole from you,” before joking he simply tweaked it for different players. Pop said Nelson influenced nearly everyone in the room, calling him “a special guy” whose impact extended far beyond basketball and touched countless coaches personally.

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about 5 hours ago

Klay Thompson Names Draymond Green His Closest NBA Teammate

Thompson named Green as the teammate he has been closest to during his NBA career, citing their shared age and 13 seasons together. “We went through everything together,” he said, recalling time spent hanging out and playing dominoes off the court. Thompson described Stephen Curry as more of a “big brother” and role model.

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about 6 hours ago

Tyrese Haliburton Felt Disrespected by NBA Scheduling His Return in New Orleans

Haliburton said he was stunned to learn his first game back after missing 16 months with a torn Achilles would come on the road in New Orleans. He questioned whether another player of his caliber would return without a nationally televised home game, saying the schedule left him thinking, “Oh, wow.” Still, Haliburton added, “We move on.”

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Bradley Beal Signs 2-Year Deal to Return to Clippers

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Bradley Beal Signs 2-Year Deal to Return to Clippers

Bradley Beal has agreed to a two-year, $13.2 million deal to return to the Los Angeles Clippers, according to Shams Charania. The contract includes a player option for the second season, giving Beal flexibility to sign a better contract in 2027. Beal returns to Los Angeles after joining the Clippers this offseason, adding another veteran scoring option to their backcourt.

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