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Nick Nurse Sounds Off On The Knicks' Physicality In Game 1

The 76ers couldn't crack 100 points in Game 1 as they lost 137-98. When asked about the physicality from the Knicks' side, Nurse said, "I thought it was physical. I didn't think we handled it great. We're going to have to handle it better." He then credited NYK, saying, "They're a great team and they were really great tonight."

By Samir Mehdi

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LeBron James Dismisses the 15-1 ESPN Poll That Picked Houston

James said the Lakers ignored outside picks before beating Houston in six. “It doesn’t matter what the bookmaker are saying or the experts, so-called experts are saying,” he said. “The game is always won in between the four lines.” ESPN’s panel had 15 of 16 analysts picking the Rockets, but James said preparation and belief drove L.A. forward.

By Raahib Singh

about 1 month ago

Windhorst Praises Timberwolves' Mental Toughness Against Wembanyama's Record 12 Blocks

Despite Wembanyama's postseason-record 12 blocks in a 104-102 Game 1 loss, Windhorst was most impressed by Minnesota's resolve. "Getting in there was like a taxi driver trying to get LaGuardia during a General Assembly," Windhorst said. "They never stopped, they never backed off...that is what was so impressive. The mental approach is what you're gonna need against Victor Wembanyama."

By Adit Pujari

about 1 month ago

LeBron James Says Game 6 vs Rockets Was About Composure, Not Panic

James said Houston’s push from 3-0 to 3-2 added “nerves and anxiety,” but he embraced his role as L.A.’s leader before Game 6. “We’re here for a reason,” he told teammates. James said he focused on breathing confidence into the group, setting the tone, limiting mistakes, and helping the Lakers finally “put together a complete game.”

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WNBA Commissioner Puts Out Statement For Tina Charles' Retirement

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WNBA Commissioner Puts Out Statement For Tina Charles' Retirement

Charles, 37, retires as the WNBA’s all-time leading rebounder, second all-time leading scorer, a league MVP, and unanimous Rookie of the Year in 2010. “Tina has defined excellence and consistency,” Cathy Engelbert said. The commissioner also praised her Hopey’s Heart Foundation work, two Dawn Staley Community Leadership Awards, and her standard as “a leader, a teammate, and a champion.”

By Raahib Singh

about 1 month ago

LeBron James Says Sharing Playoff Minutes With Bronny Felt Like a Script

James said playing meaningful postseason minutes with his son gave him a rare pause. “I kind of blanked out for a little bit,” he said after throwing Bronny a lob and watching him hit a three. James said the moment let him “accepted and relished” playing as a dad, teammate, and Lakers leader at 41.

By Raahib Singh

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