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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Says Spurs Defense Feels Different

Gilgeous-Alexander said San Antonio’s defense is “very different” because Victor Wembanyama changes everything behind the play. The Spurs “funnel everything to him,” and he “takes up a lot of space,” making their scheme unlike any other team’s. Shai said it is “not impossible to score,” but it forces different angles, patience, and constant adjustment.

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Sharpe said Kornet’s breakaway block on Hartenstein was the best defensive play in Spurs history. “That’s the block,” he said, noting Oklahoma City was about to go up two before Kornet “blocks it” and San Antonio answered with a game-tying seven. Sharpe added, “Tim Duncan has had some great ones,” but nothing comparable.

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Victor Wembanyama’s Edge Over Chet Holmgren Shows In Numbers

Wembanyama’s matchup edge over Holmgren has carried across the season. In 11 games, Holmgren shot just 27.8% against Wembanyama, while Wembanyama hit 51.2% with Holmgren as his primary defender. The gap reinforces the eye test: San Antonio’s star has consistently controlled the duel on both ends, turning a supposed rivalry into a clear advantage.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo Defends Playing Soccer Amid Trade Talk

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Giannis Antetokounmpo Defends Playing Soccer Amid Trade Talk

Antetokounmpo pushed back after a post said, “Dame wouldn’t even work out in the summer as he awaited his trade,” adding that Giannis was “out here playing soccer” and “not acting like someone awaiting a pending trade.” Giannis replied, “Just because people in my position take things for granted, why should I?! I enjoy playing!”

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about 2 hours ago

Draymond Green Doubles Down On Knicks 1A Criticism

Green refused to back off his Knicks take, saying they still need a true 1A star to win a title. “Prove me wrong,” he said, adding he would “absolutely double down.” Green argued reaching the Finals from the East does not settle anything: “You’re supposed to get out of the East. It’s the f*cking East!”

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WNBA Teams Are Targeting Caitlin Clark In Isolation

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WNBA Teams Are Targeting Caitlin Clark In Isolation

The eye test is backed by the numbers: teams are hunting Clark one-on-one more than anyone in the WNBA. Through the early season, she has defended 42 isolations, more than double Olivia Miles’ 19 and ahead of Pauline Astier, DeWanna Bonner, and Clark's teammate Kelsey Mitchell at 18. Opponents clearly see Clark as a pressure point to attack.

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