about 1 month ago

Victor Wembanyama Sad to See Warriors “Deeply Hurt”, Says Spurs Need to Focus on Habits

Following the Spurs' 127-113 win vs. Warriors, Wembanyama acknowledged the wounded Warriors roster. "Always very sad to see teams that are deeply hurt. I wish all of them good health," Wembanyama said. However, he added that the Spurs have to continue building their habits en-route to the playoffs. Wemby emphasized attacking 82 games and finishing the season strong.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 1 month ago

Giannis Antetokounmpo on Why a Team's 15th Man Can Make or Break a Season

"When a guy at the end of the bench is like 'I should be getting more minutes,' it's we and they," Antetokounmpo said, explaining how one negative player can fracture a team. "The 15th guy, the 12th guy has to be positive because if that guy is positive it can translate all the way to the front."

By Adit Pujari

about 1 month ago

Brian Windhorst Says Players Usually Aren’t Driving Load Management Calls

Windhorst pushed back on the idea that stars are the main force behind late-season rest. “It very rarely is the player,” he said on First Take. He argued most load management decisions come from “the sports science groups and the trainers,” not players asking out themselves, while adding that dynamic is especially relevant in cases like Joel Embiid’s.

By Raahib Singh

about 1 month ago

LeBron James Trashes Memphis, Jokes About Pulling Eli Manning Move

LeBron mocked the idea of playing in Memphis at this stage of his career, pointing to travel and timing. “I’m f**king 41 years old… you think I want to do that sh*t being in Memphis on a random a** Thursday,” LeBron said. He added he might have “pulled an Eli Manning” if they drafted him.

By Adit Pujari

about 1 month ago

Chris Webber Says Michigan Keeps Improving Right When It Matters Most

Previewing Michigan-Arizona's Final Four, Webber said the Wolverines’ biggest strength is their growth from game to game. “As great as Michigan plays, they always get better,” he said on SportsCenter, pointing to player development, Yaxel Lendeborg’s consistency, and strong guard play. Webber said Michigan must defend, limit turnovers, and “shoot the heck out of the ball” on Saturday.

By Raahib Singh

about 1 month ago

Andraya Carter Says Raven Johnson Is Winning Over WNBA GMs

Carter said Johnson’s stock has climbed with decision-makers across the league. “I’ve talked to a few GMs,” she said, adding one told her flatly, “Man, I love Raven.” Carter pointed to Johnson’s offensive growth, leadership, defense, and winning profile, saying there’s now “really not anything that they’re not impressed with” about South Carolina’s guard.

By Raahib Singh

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