3 months ago

“Give Him the Ball and Go’”: Deni Avdija Opens Up on Team World’s Strategy With Wembanyama

Avdija had high praise for Wembanyama, highlighting his desire to compete at the All-Star game. He opened up on how Team World followed Wemby's lead. "We tried to give him the ball and go to work, man, because we saw he was really into it," Avdija admitted. He added that Wembanyama was really cooking during the All-Star game.

By Pranay Mukherjee

3 months ago

Luka Doncic Shrugs at Kevin Durant’s All-Star Blame, Bets on World vs. USA

Doncic responded after Durant blamed him and Jokic for fading All-Star interest. “When I first came to the All-Star Game, it was the same, so I don't know why he singled us out,” Doncic said. He added, “But I think it will be better because it's the world against the USA,” leaning on the new format to restore competition.

By Raahib Singh

3 months ago

Damian Lillard's DMs With Stephen Curry Promise a Lit 3-Point Shooting Contest in 2027

Lillard posted screenshots of direct messages with Curry on his IG story after winning his 3rd 3-Point Shooting Contest. Dame wrote: “Next year.... Me, you, klay, book, and 4 more real shooters...” Curry replied: “Yessir I’m in. Know Klay will do it if I ask and book will be at home. Perfect setup.” Dame also added a caption: “It’s lit..”

By Raahib Singh

3 months ago

Skip Bayless: LeBron Was Afraid to Lose Dunk Contest Despite Being Guaranteed to Win

Skip criticized LeBron for avoiding the dunk contest unlike Jordan. "LeBron was afraid he would blow his image if he lost...I kept saying, he'll never lose. If he steps on the floor, it's over," Skip said. He insisted judges would give LeBron perfect scores just for participating: "All he had to do was one, just to set the tone."

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Paul Pierce Refused to Leave Boston After Stabbing

Pierce explained his decision following the incident in 2000. "I always felt like you can't run from issues...And I love the city. I love the support I got from the organization," he said. Pierce felt loyal to his teammates and believed in their future: "This is where I want to be. I'm not going to run from it."

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Stephen A. Smith: LeBron James Isn’t Retiring Because He Wants a Farewell Tour

Smith said James “ain’t retiring,” arguing the real reason is he “wants to be celebrated” with a league-wide farewell tour. Smith said that’s what he “deserves,” calling him “the goat of longevity,” saying “nobody has been this good for this long.” Smith added the question isn’t whether James plays next year, but where, naming Cleveland as “one last run” option.

By Raahib Singh

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