about 2 months ago

Stephen A. Smith Doubts St. John’s Will Reach the Sweet 16

Smith said St. John’s got one of the tournament’s toughest paths despite winning the Big East regular-season and conference titles. “I don’t even have them getting to the Sweet 16 now because of the bracket they’re in,” he said on First Take. He also called fifth-seeded Northern Iowa “a pesky draw” capable of turning games ugly.

By Raahib Singh

about 2 months ago

Rich Paul Scoffs At The Notion That The Lakers Are Better Without LeBron James

"Never seen a team in my life that would be better without LeBron," said Paul. This comes after LBJ's elbow and hip contusion kept him out and Luka and Reaves did well without him on the court. Rich's reasoning? "Most guys who step on the floor with LeBron James, are in awe." Lakers are 28-18 with LBJ on the court.

By Samir Mehdi

about 2 months ago

Ime Udoka On Alperen Sengun's Injured Back

Lakers-Rockets tonight holds major standings implications as LAL is merely 0.5 games ahead of Houston as the third seed. Sengun is 'OUT' tonight and will be replaced by Clint Capela int he starting lineup. When asked if there's more than just his back ailing him, Ime said, "The back is the main issue right now. It's what's keeping him out."

By Samir Mehdi

about 2 months ago

Jalen Rose's Prediction For The Michigan Wolverines And Detroit Pistons

Rose and Webber, members of Michigan's 'Fab Five' were asked what would happen first: the Wolverines making this Final Four this season or the Pistons making the Finals. "Michigan Final Four," said a confident Rose. "Then the Pistons also going to make it to the Finals." Michigan was atop the title oddsboard at +700 from Dec 1st to early Feb.

By Samir Mehdi

about 2 months ago

JJ Redick Loves LeBron James' Reduced Usage

"The best thing for our team is (LeBron) being the third-highest-used player," said JJ. Luka is the Lakers' number one usage player by a ton at 36.4%. LeBron and Reaves are neck-and-neck for second and third at around 26%. Players like Deandre Ayton, Marcus Smart, and Rui Hachimura have also had more possessions than LBJ on the season.

By Samir Mehdi

about 2 months ago

Steph Curry Shocked At De'Anthony Melton's Poster Dunk

With the Warriors as injured as they are, players like Melton are getting a chance to shine. And 'shine' they most certainly are as against the Wizards, he caught a body. In the third quarter, he drove down the lane, rose up, and jammed with one hand. Steph was caught looking flabbergasted at what the 3&D just did.

By Samir Mehdi

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