about 2 months ago

JJ Redick on Luka Doncic’s Ref Complaints: “I’ll Take Luka All Day Long”

Asked how he manages Luka’s competitive fire around officiating, Redick defended his star as “a special kind of competitor.” He said he’d “much rather have someone who is trying to go out every night and kill than someone that you have to literally revive with a defibrillator every other day,” then closed: “So I’ll take Luka all day long.”

By Raahib Singh

about 2 months ago

Jaylen Brown Doesn't Consider Victor Wembanyama While Discussing Best Two-Way Player

"When I say I'm the best two-way player in the league, it's not counting Wemby. He's not even human. I'm the best human player," Brown said. Wembanyama won East Player of the Month and East Defensive Player of the Month in February. The Spurs center is averaging 23.8 points and 3 blocks per game this season for San Antonio.

By Adit Pujari

about 2 months ago

Mike Conley Says Anthony Edwards Starts Talking Football In The Middle Of a Game

Conley said he's using every chance to teach Edwards while he plays some of his best basketball. “I'm just trying to get the most out of him,” Conley said, adding he helps Ant read double teams, find shots, and create for teammates. He joked Edwards can “start talking about football” or “other things” midgame, so he keeps him engaged.

By Raahib Singh

about 2 months ago

Stephen A. Smith Says Dan Hurley Was Right to Be Furious About No-Call Despite Ejection

Stephen A defended Hurley after his ejection with 1.0 second left in UConn's 62-68 loss to Marquette, "He was right to be furious on the NO-Call. The ejection was justified because you can't touch the referee, but that should've been a foul for Demary, who would've had a chance to tie the game."

By Adit Pujari

about 2 months ago

Mike Conley Says Anthony Edwards Is His Most Entertaining Teammate

Conley picked Edwards as his “most entertaining” teammate, praising the Wolves star’s unpredictability and energy. The 19-year veteran said he’s played with “a lot of good ones,” including Marc Gasol, Rudy Gay, and Donovan Mitchell, but called Ant “by far the most unpredictable, fun.” Conley added that with Edwards, “you never know what you’re going to get.”

By Raahib Singh

about 2 months ago

Anthony Edwards Erupts for 17 in First Quarter vs. Magic

Edwards blitzed Orlando early, scoring 17 first-quarter points as Minnesota led 30-27 at the end of 1st. He shot 5-of-6 from the field, drilled 3 of 4 from deep, and went 4-for-4 at the line in a near-perfect opening burst. The hot start marked his 70th quarter this season with at least 10 points, the third-most in the NBA.

By Raahib Singh

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