about 2 months ago

Luke Kennard Says Luka Doncic’s 22-Point First Quarter vs. Pacers Motivated Lakers

Kennard said that seeing a guy like Doncic getting to his spots and hitting his shots brought a different level of play to the team. "He did what he does. It got me ready to play," Kennard said. He added that the rest of the Lakers' fed into it, with Doncic setting the tone. The Lakers won 128-117 vs. Pacers.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 2 months ago

Gary Payton II Would Leave Warriors If Seattle Gets a Franchise

Payton II said he'd “request a trade to Seattle” if the Sonics return, even while stressing his love for Golden State. The Warriors guard said he'd “definitely want to go back and play there,” following his father's path. Payton Sr. spent 13 seasons with Seattle, made nine All-Star teams, and remains the franchise leader in assists and steals.

By Raahib Singh

about 2 months ago

Khris Middleton Fined $25,000 for Throwing Mouthpiece at Spectator Stands

NBA fined Middleton $25,000 for throwing his mouthpiece in the direction of the spectator stands, it was announced Saturday by EVP of Basketball Operations James Jones. The incident, which also earned him a technical foul, occurred with 6:55 remaining in the third quarter of Dallas' 115-114 loss to the Orlando Magic at Kia Center on March 5.

By Adit Pujari

about 2 months ago

Joe Johnson Reacts to Rich Paul Saying LeBron Would Choose the Road for a Game 7

Johnson pushed back on Rich Paul’s claim that LeBron would rather play Game 7 on the road, saying he’d take home court “all day long.” He admitted silencing a hostile crowd feels great, but said nothing beats hearing you’re at home for a deciding game. He ended by noting, “Bron out here, he a little different.”

By Raahib Singh

about 2 months ago

Anthony Edwards Puts Himself in All-Time Starting 5

Edwards revealed his all-time starting five lineup which included Stephen Curry at point guard and himself at shooting guard, Michael Jordan at small forward, Kevin Durant at power forward, and Shaquille O'Neal at center. Key legends absent from ANT's list included Kareem, Kobe Bryant, Magic, and Tim Duncan.

By Adit Pujari

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

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