about 1 month ago

Shannon Sharpe: LeBron James Was Not Aggressive Enough

Sharpe said he was “disappointed” in James’ Game 2 showing because he “wasn’t aggressive at all” and spent too much time standing in the corner. He called a late turnover “unacceptable” and said his fourth-quarter flurry was “not enough.” Sharpe wanted third-quarter assertiveness after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sat, but Oklahoma City answered with a 32-14 run that stunned him.

By Raahib Singh

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about 1 month ago

Charles Barkley Admits He Was Wrong About James Harden Trade

"I was 100% wrong” for believing Harden made Cleveland the East favorite. Barkley admitted loving the trade, thinking it would free up Mitchell, and unlock Allen and Mobley. Chuck said, “I am in shock” at his playoff struggles. He called Harden having 29 games with more turnovers than field goals “one of most shocking stats” for a first-ballot HOF guy.

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Joel Embiid Expected to Try and Suit Up For Crucial Game 3

about 1 month ago

Joel Embiid Expected to Try and Suit Up For Crucial Game 3

Nick Nurse said he thinks Embiid will “give it a shot” during shootaround before Philadelphia hosts New York in Game 3, according to Tim Bontemps. The Sixers are home after falling behind 0-2 at Madison Square Garden, with Embiid listed as questionable because of ankle and hip issues. A final decision is expected shortly before tipoff.

By Raahib Singh

about 1 month ago

Caitlin Clark Says LeBron James Has Been There to Support Her

Clark said James “understands the microscope” she faces and has “been there to support me more than anything.” She said he reached out during her injury, asking, “Is there any way I can help you?” Clark added they text about golf, and playing together is “next on our bucket list.”

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Joel Embiid Upgraded to Available for Game 3 vs. Knicks

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Joel Embiid Upgraded to Available for Game 3 vs. Knicks

Embiid, who was listed as questionable for the 76ers' game 3 vs. Knicks with a right sprained ankle and sore right hip, has now been upgraded to available. He will be in the starting lineup alongside Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, Kelly Oubre Jr., and Paul George. Embiid will have to take over for the 76ers to stand a chance.

By Pranay Mukherjee

Rockets Could Be “Aggressive” in Donovan Mitchell Pursuit This Summer

about 1 month ago

Rockets Could Be “Aggressive” in Donovan Mitchell Pursuit This Summer

Tim MacMahon expects the Rockets to be aggressive this summer after an embarrassing 4-2 first-round defeat to the short-handed Lakers. "If Donovan Mitchell’s available, that is a guy I could see the Rockets being aggressive to go get," MacMahon said. Kevin Durant is expected to be traded after messages criticizing Rockets teammates from a burner account leaked online, causing distractions.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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