Victor Wembanyama’s Blood Clot Draws Comparison to Brandon Ingram’s 2019 Scare

11 months ago

Victor Wembanyama’s Blood Clot Draws Comparison to Brandon Ingram’s 2019 Scare

Windhorst said Wembanyama missed the season’s second half with a shoulder blood clot and “wasn’t ready” to represent France in the EuroBasket. He speculated, “Sometimes players who are slightly built like Ingram and Wembanyama… repetitive motion with shooting can cause a clot.” Ingram’s 2019 case sidelined him, but he returned an All-Star. Windhorst stressed Wembanyama’s outlook remains “very good.”

By Adit Pujari

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Kristaps Porzingis Calls Alperen Sengun “a Beast” Ahead of EuroBasket Matchup

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Kristaps Porzingis Calls Alperen Sengun “a Beast” Ahead of EuroBasket Matchup

Asked about facing Sengun, Porzingis said, “He’s a beast, a great player. He’s been getting better with each year.” He praised Sengun’s offensive talent and passing ability, adding Latvia will need “a team effort” to contain him. Porzingis emphasized the challenge, calling Sengun one of the toughest matchups they’ll face. Latvia plays Turkey in the opening game on August 28th.

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San Antonio Approves Term Sheet for $1.3–1.5B Spurs Arena

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San Antonio Approves Term Sheet for $1.3–1.5B Spurs Arena

City Council voted 7–4 to advance a non-binding agreement for a new downtown arena. The Spurs pledged at least $500M plus cost overruns, while Bexar County would add $311M or 25% pending voter approval of a venue tax. San Antonio’s $489M or 38% share would come via city bonds repaid through revenue streams, contingent on guaranteed Spurs development plans.

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Mark Cuban Admits Guilt Over Luka Doncic Trade

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Mark Cuban Admits Guilt Over Luka Doncic Trade

“We all were hurt when Luka got traded, me as much as anyone… I felt like I let people down,” Cuban admitted. He added, “Fan is short for fanatic, and that passion is a good thing. Those sentiments dissipate with time.” Looking forward, he said, “We got Cooper, he’s the real deal, not even 19, and could play 25 years.”

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Mark Cuban Calls Cooper Flagg “the Real Deal” for Mavs Future

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Mark Cuban Calls Cooper Flagg “the Real Deal” for Mavs Future

Cuban said No. 1 pick Flagg can “do everything” and praised his toughness and motor at just 18. “Other than maybe improving his three-point shooting, what can’t he do?” he said. Cuban sees Flagg thriving as a point forward, stressing the rookie could anchor Dallas for decades. In Kyrie Irving’s absence, Mavs plan to use him as starting PG.

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Russell Westbrook Hoops on Yacht in Italy While Awaiting Kings’ Contract

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Russell Westbrook Hoops on Yacht in Italy While Awaiting Kings’ Contract

Following a vow renewal ceremony with wife Nina Westbrook on a boat in Italy, Westbrook was spotted hooping on a yacht. The 17-year NBA veteran is currently waiting for a contract for the upcoming season. There have been reports about Kings showing interest. Westbrook averaged 13.3 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 6.1 assists for Nuggets last year.

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