Kate Martin Waived as Valkyries Set Opening Day Roster

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Kate Martin Waived as Valkyries Set Opening Day Roster

Golden State waived Martin and placed Iliana Rupert on a replacement contract because Rupert is pregnant, according to Alexa Philippou. The move helps the Valkyries finalize their opening day roster while preserving flexibility around Rupert’s absence. Martin, a popular guard from Iowa, now hits waivers before the expansion franchise begins its second WNBA season.

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Pistons Take 11-Point HT Lead vs. Cavaliers in ECSF Game 2

The Pistons have taken a strong 54-43 lead, with Cade Cunningham being a key orchestrator dishing out 6 assists. Daniss Jenkins and Tobias Harris have been key scorers with 11 and 9 points, respectively. Despite Donovan Mitchell starting with 12 points, the Cavaliers haven't been able to take a lead. Harden has been ice cold from the field, going 2-10.

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JJ Redick On Luka Doncic's Contributions To The Lakers From The Bench

Luka hasn't played a single game these Playoffs due to his hamstring injury. However, he's been present during games on the bench to boost morale for his active teammates, When asked about these contributions from Luka, JJ prior to Game 2 said, "I haven't really seen a lot of that... obviously I'm not on the bench during games."

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James Harden Roasted for First Half Play in ECSF Game 2 After Promising to Be Better

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James Harden Roasted for First Half Play in ECSF Game 2 After Promising to Be Better

Harden said "I gotta be better" after shooting 6-15 from the field, 1-7 from 3-point range and giving up 7 turnovers in game 1 vs. Pistons. However, he's struggled in the first half of game 2, shooting 2-10 with 3 turnovers. Fans roasted him on X. One said, "'better than dwyane wade' they said." Another said, "Atleast he’s consistent."

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James Worthy Believes Marcus Smart Has Figured Out Guarding Shai Gilgeous-Alexander

Shai scored 18 points in Game 1, his first time scoring under 20 this season. Smart was his primary defender and Lakers legend, James Worthy, has faith in Smart to defend SGA well this series. "It's personal for Marcus Smart," said Worthy. "I think Marcus has figured out how to stay close with him," he continued on the former DPOY.

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J.B. Bickerstaff Slams His Players for Allowing Donovan Mitchell to Get Offensive Rebounds

Following a play where Jalen Duren allowed Donovan Mitchell to get an offensiv rebound and score, Bickerstaff was furious and in disbelief. "Ain't no way Donovan Mitchell gets the rebound over you," Bickerstaff said, taking a shot at Mitchell and his own Pistons players. Losing the 3rd quarter 32-25, Bickerstaff was unhappy with the careless play on defense.

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