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Victor Wembanyama’s Edge Draws GOAT Comparisons After Spurs' Game 2 Rout

Michael Wilbon said Wembanyama “hates losing at a level that reminds me of the GOATs” after San Antonio’s 133-95 Game 2 win over Minnesota. He compared that edge to Larry Bird, Michael Jordan, and Isiah Thomas, saying Wembanyama “wanted to crush them.” Wilbon added the Timberwolves let “human nature dictate” their performance after having won Game 1.

By Raahib Singh

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Steve Nash Predicts Austin Reaves Will Struggle Vs The Thunder

Reaves went 3-16 FG in Game 1 vs OKC for 8 points. Prior to tonight's Game 2, Nash said, "It's going to be difficult for him. He's playing the best defense in the league. He's been out 4-5 weeks. Even if he goes 5/5, they still lose. They're 15 point dogs every-night. They're just not as good as OKC."

By Samir Mehdi

Western Conference Executive Contemplates Over A Jaylen Brown-Kawhi Leonard Trade

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Western Conference Executive Contemplates Over A Jaylen Brown-Kawhi Leonard Trade

Brown cleared the air on his happiness in Boston, claiming he wants to be a Celtic for another 10 years. Despite this, one anonymous West executive is pondering over a Kawhi-JB trade. "This would come down to whether the Celtics want to take on the drama with Kawhi Leonard. If they’re OK with that, you can lay some ground work."

By Samir Mehdi

about 2 months ago

Tobias Harris Gets Injured After Being Crossed Up By Donovan Mitchell In Game 2

With the score 14-11, Donovan Mitchell crossed up Harris. In an attempt to guard Mitchell, Tobias feel to the ground, holding his groin/hip area. Detroit called a timeout as Harris limped to the bench. Luckily for Bickerstaff and company, he continued to play after the timeout. The extent of his injury is currently unknown.

By Samir Mehdi

Thunder HC Says Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Is Unbothered by Criticism Over His Free Throws

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Thunder HC Says Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Is Unbothered by Criticism Over His Free Throws

Mark Daigneault praised Shai for not being impacted by how fans criticize his free throw shooting and approach to the game. "He just doesn’t pay it any mind; it doesn’t impact how he plays. It doesn’t impact how he thinks, acts, or behaves," Daigneault said. He added that it's great leadership for the team, for him to ignore all distractions.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 2 months ago

James Harden and Ausar Thompson Get Chippy Early in ECSF Game 2

With the Pistons taking an early lead in game 2 of ECSF, things have gotten a bit chippy between the two teams. Early in the first quarter, Harden and Thompson bumped into each other, with The Beard ready to fight Ausar. The two stared each other down before Harden decided to turn and walk away and end the confrontation.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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