about 2 months ago

No CBA Yet: WNBA and WNBPA's Overnight Talks Stretch Past 5 A.M.

The WNBPA finished a 12-hour CBA discussion session around 5:20 a.m. ET Wednesday without a new CBA. Players in attendance included Breanna Stewart, Nneka Ogwumike, Brianna Turner, and Alysha Clark. Commissioner Cathy Engelbert said the league is pushing for a “transformational deal,” while union director Terri Carmichael Jackson called each meeting positive, even if progress remains unfinished.

By Raahib Singh

about 2 months ago

Rich Paul Reminds Critics of Adversities Bam Adebayo Overcame

"Let's everyone put themselves in Bam's shoes," Rich Paul said, detailing Bam's journey from a single-parent trailer park in North Carolina to Kentucky, a late draft fall to Miami, two finals, All-Star selections and a gold medal. "He's done all this as a hard hat, lunch pail, steel toe boots type of player," Paul said. "This don't diminish Kobe 81."

By Adit Pujari

about 2 months ago

Chris Russo Accuses Jaylen Brown of Being a Poor Influence on Kids Over a Tweet

Brown was ejected in the second quarter after arguing with officials and had to be restrained leaving the court. He tweeted, "This the shit I be talking about." "You got a lot of kids reading this Twitter stuff all over America," Russo fired back. "How bout saying I got to treat the officials with a little more respect," he added.

By Adit Pujari

about 2 months ago

“Still in This Era of Chasing Championships”: Stephen Curry’s Message to Warriors Fans

Curry thanked Dub Nation for helping turn one franchise into a lifetime of memories, from titles to “history together” in The Bay. He said the run “is gonna come to an end at some point,” but stressed this wasn’t “like a eulogy or anything.” With championships still the goal, Curry said he’s simply “grateful” Golden State became home.

By Raahib Singh

about 2 months ago

James Borrego Opens Up on Impact Brandon Ingram Left on Pelicans Even After Leaving

Borrego stated that even after Ingram left, he's left behind an attitude of strong work ethic and a resilient mindset among his former teammates. "No matter how things were going on in life, on the floor, off the floor. He showed up every day with the same spirit," Borrego. He added that Ingram was always locked-in on the court.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 2 months ago

Bam Adebayo Says Michael Jordan Reached Out to Him After Historic 83-Point Game

Adebayo was excited to receive a call from Jordan after his 83-point game to become the second highest single-game score in NBA history. When asked what MJ said, Adebayo answered, "Just congratulations." He continued, "Very short and sweet. If you know Mike, he's not talking a lot." Despite it being a short conversation, Adebayo smiled while recalling MJ's call.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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