about 1 month ago

Matt Barnes Slams Stephen A. Smith’s “Bullsh*t” on LeBron James’ Grizzlies Comments

Stephen A. criticized LeBron for saying that the Grizzlies should move to Nashville, calling it "corny". This prompted a reaction from Barnes. "Do you understand the bullsh*t you're talking?" Barnes said, defending Bron for talking about a trending topic. Having played for the Grizzlies, Barnes said the city definitely needs an upgrade in terms of facilities for professional athletes.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 1 month ago

Fred VanVleet Warns It Will Take Time for the Rockets to Build Chemistry With Kevin Durant

"You underestimate how big of a star he is and how much of a narrative comes with people wanting to jump on it," VanVleet said of Durant's arrival in Houston. Five contributors who played a monumental role last season have logged little to zero minutes this year. "Dillon, Jalen, me, Steven," he listed. "That stuff takes time."

By Adit Pujari

about 1 month ago

Kevin Garnett Sees Victor Wembanyama Chasing Michael Jordan Territory

Garnett said Wembanyama’s two-way rise could put him in rare company, while Matt Barnes predicted he’ll be “the next guy” to win both Defensive Player of the Year and MVP. Barnes pointed to Wemby’s 24 points, 11 rebounds, and defensive impact, while Garnett said the Spurs star is already “making everybody raise their level of play.”

By Raahib Singh

about 1 month ago

Spurs Legend Sean Elliott Compares Victor Wembanyama's Mentality to Kobe Bryant

"He has a Kobe-type mentality. He's had it from day one," Elliott said of Wembanyama. The Spurs legend noted that from the moment they got him, it was clear he wasn't trying to be friends with anyone outside his teammates. "He just wants to win, and he wants to be the greatest who ever played a game."

By Adit Pujari

about 1 month ago

Brooklyn Nets Sign Malachi Smith to Two-Year Contract

Nets are signing guard Malachi Smith to a two-year contract, per Shams Charania. Smith earned the full standard deal after back-to-back 10-day contracts with the team, during which he averaged 7.3 points and 2.1 rebounds per game. He had worked his way up through the Nets' Long Island G League affiliate before getting his first call-up.

By Adit Pujari

about 1 month ago

Rori Harmon Made Sure Madison Booker Didn’t Carry Texas’ Loss Alone

After Texas fell to UCLA, Harmon said Booker blamed herself for a 3-for-23 night, but the Longhorns’ veteran refused to let that spiral. “Basketball is basketball. Nobody died. There’s no funeral,” Harmon said. Calling mental health “a really big deal,” she said Booker is “my duo” and vowed, “I’ll make sure to be there for her.”

By Raahib Singh

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