2 months ago

Kawhi Leonard Sets His Expectations For Darius Garland Post Win Over Warriors

Coming off the bench in 23 minutes, Garland had 12 points in his Clipper debut. "We’re gonna be looking at him to get us involved, get him some shots, pushing the pace in transition," said Leonard on what he expects from Garland, calling him an "All-Star talent". Ty Lue brought him off the bench to stagger his minutes with Kawhi.

By Samir Mehdi

2 months ago

Paul Pierce: Jonathan Kuminga’s Speed Fits Hawks’ Turnover-Run Identity

Kuminga’s Atlanta burst has been loud: 21.3 points, 7.7 boards, 67.7% shooting, Hawks 4-0. Pierce said, “If you look at the Hawks identity… create turnovers, get out and run… if you make it a running game and you got Kuminga out there in transition, he’s a perfect fit.” After Warriors’ 2-year, $45M offer, he’s cashing audition tape.

By Raahib Singh

2 months ago

Paul Pierce Challenges Zion Williamson’s Ceiling: “He Should Be Around 27 and 10”

Zion told Malika Andrews he’s “the healthiest” since Duke and had to “look in the mirror” about his work. Paul Pierce wasn’t moved: “21-5 and three are good numbers,” but “he should be around 27 and 10” and “shooting 10 free throws a game.” Pierce added, “When you’re on a bad team… dominate then” for real.

By Adit Pujari

2 months ago

Kendrick Perkins Says Cavs Under Most Pressure, With Donovan Mitchell the Bullseye

Perkins said “the team that’s under the most pressure is the Cleveland Cavaliers,” and “there’s no other player… under the amount of pressure” like Mitchell. He argued Cleveland has “done more for Donovan Mitchell than they’ve done for LeBron James,” pointing to roster moves and coaching changes made to maximize him. Perkins also flagged Mobley’s playoff physicality.

By Raahib Singh

2 months ago

Rich Paul Uses Udonis Haslem as the Perfect Example of What Pat Riley Values in a Player

Rich Paul held up Udonis Haslem as the perfect example of what Pat Riley values in a player. "You don't always have to be the shiny object to have longevity," Paul said. "He was tough, could play every role, came in every day with the right attitude. He deserved every year he got because he gave you that."

By Adit Pujari

2 months ago

Tyler Herro Reveals Kevin Durant Almost Joined Miami Heat Last Offseason

Herro revealed KD used to send him shoes back in school and that Durant almost joined the Heat last offseason, putting their on-court back and forth into context. "Me and Kev been cool for a long time," Herro said. "He almost came here last year in the offseason. We were just competing. We were just talking normal competitive s**t."

By Adit Pujari

Never miss an update! Download our app now.