3 months ago

Joe Mazzulla Channels Michael Jordan, Fakes Adversity to Get the Celtics Going

Mazzulla admitted that he'll fake adversity to get the Celtics going, something Daniel Donabedian said is similar to Michael Jordan's approach. Mazzulla said, "You look for something, whether it's during the game, whether it's a fan," that takes the team to the next level competitively. MJ used to similarly manufacture adversity, slights, and disrespect to motivate himself during games.

By Pranay Mukherjee

3 months ago

Nikola Jokic Leads Nuggets to Win vs. Clippers With 31-Point Double-Double in Return Game

After missing 16 games with a hyperextended knee, Jokic returned with a bang, dropping 31 points and 12 rebounds in a 122-109 win vs. Clippers. Jokic achieved these numbers in just 25 minutes of play, while on a minutes restriction. Peyton Watson dropped 21 points and Jamal Murray chipped in 20 points. However, Jokic was the star in his return.

By Pranay Mukherjee

3 months ago

Nikola Jokic Shares Heartwarming Moment With Young Nuggets Fan During Win vs. Clippers

With 1:06 left in the game, a young fan was trying to get Jokic's attention by waving to him. On the second attempt, Jokic noticed the fan, giving him a smile, wink and a wave back. Fans on X gushed over the moment. One said, "One small gesture, a lifetime memory 🤍." Another said, "what a sweet gesture by jokic."

By Pranay Mukherjee

3 months ago

Draymond Green Slams Into Courtside Fan While Trying to Save the Ball

While trying to save the ball from going out of bounds in the 1st quarter, Green elbowed a lady sitting courtside in the face before the rest of his body crashed into her. He then toppled over into the second row. Green checked on the fan after the hit, and she seemed to be okay despite the hard collision.

By Pranay Mukherjee

3 months ago

Steph Curry Ruled Out for Remainder of Warriors vs. Pistons With Knee Soreness

With Golden State down 100-86 vs. Pistons in the third quarter, Steph was seen walking to the locker room with an apparent injury. He was limping and showed some discomfort. The Warriors have now ruled him out for the rest of the game due to right knee soreness. He had 23 points in just 25 minutes of play.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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

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