about 2 months ago

Isiah Thomas Calls Out Michael Jordan’s “Flu Game”, Urges Legends to Share True Stories

Thomas is open to legends being involved with the game, but wants them to speak honestly. "The way our game now is being talked about in some ways, it's very mythical, it ain't real," Thomas said, recalling how people still talk about Michael Jordan's flu game, despite it being false. He doesn't want legends talking bulls**t about the game.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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about 2 months ago

Draymond Green Calls European Players "a Bit Dirty," Says Wembanyama Fits the Profile

"Draymond will f**k you up. But I'm not dirty, it's a completely different thing," Green said, drawing a distinction between his own physicality and the dirty play debate around Wembanyama. "Victor Wembanyama is a European player. They are a bit dirty." The comments come as the Wemby shove on Brunson in Game 3 remains a hot topic.

By Adit Pujari

about 2 months ago

Kevin O'Connor: Gut Says Boston Has the Edge Over Miami in the Giannis Sweepstakes

"My gut says Boston," O'Connor said, with the Celtics willing to trade anyone except Jayson Tatum. "Jaylen Brown is the best possible piece that could be put on the table for the Bucks. Tyler Herro? Are you kidding me? The Miami offer is nothing special. It's just a matter of finding other dance partners to make this work."

By Adit Pujari

about 2 months ago

Isiah Thomas Wants NBA Legends To Tell the Truth on Modern Broadcasts

Thomas said legends should join NBA coverage only if they are “100% honest” and stop promoting myths. He said fans deserve the game presented “truthfully, honestly, and factually,” not through stories that “ain’t real.” Thomas pointed to Michael Jordan’s “Flu Game,” saying “they know he didn’t have the flu” but still promote it.

By Raahib Singh

Shaquille O'Neal Would Draft LeBron James Over Kobe Bryant to Start a Franchise

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Shaquille O'Neal Would Draft LeBron James Over Kobe Bryant to Start a Franchise

"I'd probably go with LeBron because Bron, and I know this is a Kobe comparison, Bron had it when he came in," O'Neal said. "It took Kobe two or three years to get it. Bron had it when he came in, so I'd probably go with Bron." O'Neal won three titles alongside Bryant with the Lakers from 2000 to 2002.

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Spurs’ 3-1 Finals Deficit Highlights Stunning Case of Blown Opportunities

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Spurs’ 3-1 Finals Deficit Highlights Stunning Case of Blown Opportunities

New York leads the Finals 3-1, but San Antonio has been ahead for 133 minutes, 22 seconds, or 69.3% of the series, according to Tomer Azarly. The Knicks have led for only 51:59, with 6:49 tied. Across 192 minutes, the teams have produced 15 ties and 24 lead changes, underscoring San Antonio’s blown chances.

By Raahib Singh

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