Mark Daigneault Praises Chet Holmgren’s “Bottomless” Work Ethic After Top Game 1 Effort

about 2 months ago

Mark Daigneault Praises Chet Holmgren’s “Bottomless” Work Ethic After Top Game 1 Effort

Daigneault showered Chet with praise after his crucial role in OKC's 108-90 game 1 win vs. Lakers. "He's a bottomless pit when it comes to his work ethic," Daigneault said. "One of the most underrated things about him as a defender is his versatility." He stated that Holmgren, who dropped 24 points and 12 rebounds, will be crucial vs. Lakers.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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about 2 months ago

Chet Holmgren Didn't Think He'd Play Against LeBron James In A Series

Much has been said about LeBron playing at the level he currently is at age 41 years old and yet it still doesn't feel enough. When asked about playing against Bron, Chet after the Game 1 win said, "Maybe with him coaching or something... It's fun to go at it with great players and he's one of them."

By Samir Mehdi

Austin Reaves Posts Lowest Playoff Field Goal Percentage by a Laker in 35 Years

about 2 months ago

Austin Reaves Posts Lowest Playoff Field Goal Percentage by a Laker in 35 Years

Reaves struggled in game 1 vs. OKC, dropping just 8 points on 3-16 shooting from the field and 0-5 from 3-point range. Doing so, he had the lowest field goal percentage by a Laker in the Playoffs over the last 35 years at 18.8%. Despite dishing out 6 assists and grabbing 5 rebounds, Reaves largely struggled in the game.

By Pranay Mukherjee

What Playoff Games Are On Tonight? NBA Schedule (May 6th)

about 2 months ago

What Playoff Games Are On Tonight? NBA Schedule (May 6th)

New York hosts Philadelphia at 7 PM ET after a 137-98 opener powered by Brunson’s 35 points, while Minnesota visits San Antonio at 9:30 PM after stealing Game 1, 104-102. Maxey said the Sixers “will be ready.” Anthony Edwards finished with 18 points, and Victor Wembanyama’s 11-15-12 line wasn’t enough, as both series hit early pressure points before shifting sites.

By Raahib Singh

about 2 months ago

Brian Windhorst Puts Lakers’ Game 2 Burden on Everyone Around LeBron James

Windhorst framed Game 2 as a supporting-cast test after Oklahoma City beat Los Angeles 108-90. “The Thunder make it so hard,” he said, noting Marcus Smart, Luke Kennard, and Austin Reaves combined to shoot 8-of-35 with about eight turnovers. With Luka Doncic out, even another 27-point James night may not be enough for Los Angeles to avoid an 0-2 hole.

By Raahib Singh

Alperen Sengun Tops Anonymous Player Poll for Most Overrated

about 2 months ago

Alperen Sengun Tops Anonymous Player Poll for Most Overrated

Sengun drew 12.3% of 81 votes in The Athletic’s anonymous player survey, edging Rudy Gobert and Trae Young, who each received 8.6%. Karl-Anthony Towns followed at 7.4%, while Paolo Banchero and Ja Morant landed at 4.9%. The poll also listed Deni Avdija, Scottie Barnes, Luka Doncic and Pascal Siakam at 3.7%, with several others receiving 2.5% or 1.2%.

By Raahib Singh

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