3 months ago

“I Was Yelling”: Nikola Jokic Was Emotionally Drained Watching Nuggets Games While Injured

Jokic admitted that he yelled at the TV while watching Nuggets games during his 16-game injury absence. "I was so emotionally empty after the games and then I decided like last 2 games I'm just gonna try to chill," Jokic said. Despite this, Jokic was happy to see his teammates step up and perform in his absence despite being doubted.

By Pranay Mukherjee

3 months ago

Nikola Jokic Salutes Denver’s 10-6 Stretch Without Him: “Everybody Doubted Them”

Denver went 10-6 during Jokic’s knee injury absence and held third seed in West. After returning, he credited the team: “I'm happy for the guys, you know, I'm happy because I think everybody doubted them.” He said the doubts covered Jamal, Peyton, Zeke, Julian and Pickett, adding, “when you play 100% you give yourself a chance to win a game.”

By Raahib Singh

3 months ago

Some Kobe and Lakers Fans Don't Want to Watch LeBron Succeed: Richard Jefferson

Jefferson said some Kobe and Lakers fans don’t want LeBron to succeed because they “don’t like that comparison,” similar to MJ fans. “It’s all chaos,” he said, urging people to appreciate the final stretch like Griffey, Jeter, or Brady. He added, “the second greatest… is not an insult,” and called LeBron’s 20-plus-year run “one of the greatest American sports stories.”

By Raahib Singh

3 months ago

Draymond Green Calls Out Ref After Tech: “Don’t Put Your Hand in My Face”

Green picked up his 10th technical foul vs Pistons after he told a ‘caucasian’ referee to stop putting a hand in his face. “As a black man in America, don't put your hand in my face,” he said. He argued respect must be mutual: “If the line won't be held both ways, then line won't be held from my way.”

By Raahib Singh

3 months ago

Paul George Suspended 25 Games Without Pay for Anti-Drug Program Violation

Philadelphia announced George will miss 25 games without pay after an Anti-Drug Program violation. The NBA said he was “suspended without pay for 25 games for violating the terms of the NBA/NBPA Anti-Drug Program.” The penalty begins with tonight’s 76ers-Pelicans game at Xfinity Mobile Arena, sidelining Sixers' top wing as they fight for position in the East.

By Raahib Singh

3 months ago

Paul George on His 25-Game Suspension: “I Take Full Responsibility for My Actions”

George addressed his suspension, saying he “made the mistake of taking an improper medication” while seeking treatment for a personal issue. “I take full responsibility for my actions and apologize to Sixers organization, my teammates, and the Philly fans,” he said. George added he’ll use the time to ensure his “mind and body” are ready to help when he returns.

By Raahib Singh

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