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Caitlin Clark is set to sign a new Nike contract valued at $28 million over 8 years, reports say
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/23/caitlin-clark-nike-contract/
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark Secures Groundbreaking Contract with Nike After WNBA Salary Criticism
- Following public criticism of Caitlin Clark's modest WNBA rookie salary, she secured an impressive deal with Nike.
- As the top pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, she landed a long-term agreement with the athletic footwear and apparel brand, including a signature shoe.
- This partnership represents the largest sponsorship deal for a female basketball player.
Tyrese Maxey has become the first player to be named Most Improved Player after averaging 20 points per game in the prior season, per @hoopshype
Lifetime Ban Sends Strong Message to βStupidβ Would-Be NBA Gamblers: Coach: Commissioner Adam Silver sent a message to would-be NBA gamblers with his harsh ...
heavy.com/sports/nba/jontay-porter-gamble-suspension/
Quick Glance: Lifetime Ban as Warning to NBA Gamblers: Coach
- Commissioner Adam Silver's firm stance on Raptors bench player Jontay Porter serves as a cautionary tale for potential NBA gamblers.
- The NBA's decision to ban Jontay Porter due to his involvement in gambling did not come as a surprise to anyone in the league.
- NBA bit players pose a gambling risk and were seen as an ideal example in this cautionary tale, as mentioned by an NBA coach.
- Porter's limited significance as a player will lead to the story fading quickly, even though it may be referenced in relation to his brother Michael Porter Jr. and the Nuggets during the playoffs.
Bulls' ArtΕ«ras KarniΕ‘ovas vows to make changes: For first time publicly, executive vice president of basketball operations admits continuity plan failed
nbcsportschicago.com/nba/chicago-bulls/bulls-analysis/bulls-arturas-karnisovas-vows-to-make-changes/556215/
Quick Glance: KarniΕ‘ovas Plans Changes
- ArtΕ«ras KarniΕ‘ovas stresses accountability and readiness for action.
- KarniΕ‘ovas acknowledges continuity failure and upcoming changes.
- Potential changes may extend beyond the roster.
- KarniΕ‘ovas intends to be aggressive and shake up the team.
Jamal Murray stuns Lakers, completes 20-point second-half Nuggets comeback to win Game 2 at the buzzer
cbssports.com/nba/news/jamal-murray-stuns-lakers-completes-20-point-second-half-nuggets-comeback-to-win-game-2-at-the-buzzer/
Quick Glance: Jamal Murray Leads Denver Nuggets to Impressive Victory over LA Lakers
- Jamal Murray achieved an impressive 15-foot buzzer-beater over Anthony Davis to complete a sensational 20-point comeback and give the Denver Nuggets a 101-99 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. This unexpected triumph grants the defending champions a 2-0 lead in the first round, as they now prepare for the upcoming games in the Lakers' arena.
- Following the game-winning shot, Jamal Murray fell into the Nuggets' bench and was embraced by his teammates, igniting the atmosphere in the Ball Arena. Murray faced a challenging start in the game, hitting only three of his first 16 shots before going 6-for-8 in the fourth quarter, scoring 14 of his total 20 points, including the decisive basket.
- While Murray encountered difficulties, the Nuggets stayed competitive thanks to another outstanding performance by Nikola JokiΔ, who recorded 27 points, 20 rebounds, 10 assists, and two steals. Michael Porter Jr. also played a crucial role in the Nuggets' victory with 22 points, including successful shooting from beyond the arc.
- The Lakers expressed dissatisfaction with the officiating, particularly regarding a play in the third quarter where a foul against Porter Jr. on D'Angelo Russell was overturned after a review by the Nuggets. It is evident that the Lakers' prospects are increasingly dim after losing 10 consecutive games against the Nuggets. A monumental shift in fate will be required for Los Angeles to progress to the next round.
βI mean, listen to this. This is what we do. This is who we do it for. Thatβs it, 2-0.β
- Donte DiVincenzo(h/t @IQfor3 )
Bobby Portis calls Indiana out for being βfront runnersβ
βI mean, just quite frankly, theyβre frontrunners, bro. Yβall can just tweet that or whatever it is ... Show more
Three takeaways from UK basketball coach Mark Popeβs introductory press conference
kentucky.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/sidelines-with-john-clay/article287671755.html
Quick Glance: Enthusiastic Kentucky Fans Welcome Mark Pope as New Wildcats Coach at Rupp Arena
- Mark Pope's debut game as Kentucky's coach is still over six months away. However, the manner in which fans packed Rupp Arena for his unveiling as UK's new men's basketball coach would surprise those unfamiliar with the sport's calendar, considering the 2024-25 season doesn't commence until November.
- Rupp Arena accommodates 20,500 spectators. The lower section of the venue features 10,000 theater-style seats, all of which were occupied. The upper section, with an additional 10,500 seats, took longer to fill, but by the time Pope was formally introduced at 4:54 p.m. on Sunday, not a single seat was vacant.
- All of this to greet back a beloved figure.
- "We witness these introductory press conferences frequently," Pope remarked. "No individual worldwide has ever witnessed a spectacle like this."
BREAKING: Caitlin Clark has been drafted by the Indiana Fever with the first overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft. www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/wnba-draft-start-time-players-caitlin-clark-angel-reese-rcna147870
Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark's Eventful WNBA Draft Week
- Caitlin Clark, the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer, had a whirlwind week before the WNBA Draft, signaling just the beginning of her promising career.
- From the national championship to "SNL" to the Empire State Building and the draft, Clark is celebrated as one of the most sought-after and scrutinized rookies in the WNBA.
- After a series of events within eight days, including appearances on "Saturday Night Live", meetings, and honors, Clark looks forward to starting her professional career with the Indiana Fever.
- With a 190 percent increase in ticket prices and a massive fan response upon her arrival at the Fever, Clark and the team have high hopes for a successful season and a return to the playoffs.
"I think if Ime Udoka were coaching this team, they'd have won a title last year."
- @stephenasmith on the Boston Celtics
(Via @FirstTake )
Milwaukee Bucks injury report vs. Pacers: Giannis' status, starters, odds, how to watch
jsonline.com/story/sports/nba/bucks/2024/04/23/giannis-antetokounmpo-is-doubtful-for-bucks-in-game-2-vs-pacers-of-nba-playoffs-at-fiserv-forum/73422665007/
Warriors' Steph Curry Doesn't Want to Play Without Klay Thompson, Draymond Green: Golden State Warriors' Steph Curry does not want to play without Klay Thompson ...
newsweek.com/sports/nba/warriors-steph-curry-doesnt-want-play-without-klay-thompson-draymond-green-1891514
Quick Glance: Kings-Warriors: Coach Kerr Endorses NBA Play-In
- Coach Steve Kerr supports the NBA play-in tournament for adding excitement to the season.
- The play-in format provided a lifeline for the Kings and Warriors, who wouldn't have made the playoffs in the old system.
- The Kings face challenges due to injuries to key players, while Coach Brown praises the Warriors' core players.
- Brown highlights the impact of Chris Paul and his greatness in the NBA.
This duo is gonna be fun to watch in the WNBA π
π₯ @IndianaFever | @aa_boston | @CaitlinClark22 t.co/6rR8lY12Lp
Nuggets loom, but Lakers are confident and ready for rematch: βWeβre not ducking the smokeβ
theathletic.com/5421990/2024/04/17/lakers-nuggets-playoff-rematch-zion-pelicans-play-in/
Quick Glance: Lakers Ready for Nuggets Rematch: Embracing the Challenge
- The Lakers are confident and prepared to face the playoff rematch against the Nuggets, refusing to shy away from the challenge.
- Despite some struggles, the Lakers prevailed against the Pelicans with a 110-106 win, securing the 7th seed in the West.
- Facing injuries and fatigue, the Lakers fought hard to clinch a playoff spot, displaying resilience and determination.
- Players are geared up for the upcoming challenge against the Nuggets, who have posed difficulties for the Lakers in the past, yet hope for a victory remains.
LEBRON JAMES. π€π€π€
THE KNICKS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT THE GARDEN π½
"It's crazy to me that Jimmy Butler played 3 quarters with what I'm hearing now was a severe MCL sprain. He is not going to be back in this series ... Show more @ShamsCharania @RunItBackFDTV
Tyrese Maxey is averaging 14.5 half-court drives per game while shooting 72.2% (!) on drives through 2 games.
Also has a 13.8 AST% and 0 turnovers on drives ... Show more
Caitlin Clark is expected to earn $3.5 million per year from her deal with NikeβThe biggest name in womenβs basketball is set to sign an eight-year deal ... Show more
Former Indiana State basketball center Robbie Avila commits to Josh Schertz, Saint Louis
indystar.com/story/sports/college/2024/04/20/indiana-state-basketball-center-robbie-avila-commits-to-saint-louis-josh-schertz/73398589007/
Donovan Mitchell scores 30, Cavaliers open playoffs with tough-minded 97-83 win in Game 1 over Magic
apnews.com/article/magic-cavaliers-score-546636bbf9ed5e79addc53582757da3d
βThe Miami Heat could go 100% from the field and 100% from the 3 and theyβre still gonna get swept in this series.β π³
- Kendrick Perkins
Nebraska men's basketball lands Wisconsin transfer guard Connor Essegian: The Huskers landed its fourth pickup of the offseason in former Wisconsin guard Connor ...
omaha.com/sports/huskers/mens-basketball/nebraska-mens-basketball-lands-wisconsin-transfer-guard-connor-essegian/article_ebc4eae5-8158-57c9-85a9-38cbb40ac065.html
the top 10 in Clutch WPA (Win Probability Added)
1. Stephen Curry2. Giannis Antetokounmpo3. DeMar DeRozan
4. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander5. Paul George
6 ... Show more
LEBRON JAMES BLOCK.
The NBA will NOT upgrade Caleb Martin's foul on Jayson Tatum to a flagrant or suspension, per @GwashburnGlobe
Caitlin Clark nearing endorsement deal with Nike: Sources: The No. 1 pick in Monday's WNBA Draft is expected to receive a signature shoe as well.
theathletic.com/5424729/2024/04/17/caitlin-clark-nike-endorsement-indiana-fever-wnba/
UNC Star RJ Davis Will Play Fifth Season Alongside Other Returning Teammates, per Report
si.com/college/2024/04/23/unc-rj-davis-fifth-season-return
βIf the roles were reversed no one would be calling it a Code Red.β
- Caleb Martin on fouling Jayson Tatum(Via @WillManso )
Referees missed fouls on 76ersβ Tyrese Maxey, Nick Nurseβs timeout attempt in loss vs. Knicks
theathletic.com/5440076/2024/04/23/76ers-knicks-refs-missed-fouls-timeout/
Quick Glance: 76ers bemoan 'unacceptable' officiating after missed Game 2 chance
- 76ers lose Game 2 despite being up by 5 points in the final 47.3 seconds, resulting in a disappointing outcome.
- Knicks take the lead through a three-pointer after a mistake by Maxey, followed by crucial offensive actions that turn the game around.
- 76ers intend to file a complaint with the NBA as they feel disadvantaged by officiating decisions in Games 1 and 2.
- Despite efforts to resist the Knicks, the 76ers are down 0-2 and face a challenge to fight back in the series.
Celtic reach Scottish Cup final with penalty shoot-out win over Aberdeen: The holders are through to face Hearts or Rangers in next month's showcase final.
news.stv.tv/sport/celtic-reach-scottish-cup-final-with-penalty-shoot-out-win-over-aberdeen
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese are selected in the first round of the WNBA draft : Caitlin Clark became the all-time leading scorer in college basketball history ...
npr.org/2024/04/16/1244988260/caitlin-clark-angel-reese-wnba-draft
The Miami Heat tie up the series vs. the Boston Celtics before heading to Miami π
Quick Glance: Celtics Face Ridicule After Game 2 Loss to Heat Without Butler
- The Miami Heat evened up their NBA playoff series with the Boston Celtics with a 111-101 win in Game 2.
- Despite Miami's unusually strong performance from beyond the arc, Boston stayed within striking distance.
- The Celtics need to step up, especially Kristaps PorziΕΔ£is, to be successful.
- A win in Game 3 would be crucial for the Celtics to prove themselves as genuine contenders.
βIt was probably the toughest series that we had (last year)β
- Nikola Jokic on the Lakers(Via @DNVR_Nuggets )
Steph Curry on his relationship with Andrew Wiggins:
βItβs like that parent-child relationship. Not to say he is a child but to only ask him to do what he is ... Show more @NBCSWarriors
Angel Reese says her Chicago Sky roster spot isn't guaranteed. 'There's always a concern.'
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/angel-reese-says-chicago-sky-roster-spot-not-guaranteed/article_eecb21aa-6951-56df-92d2-69a5a21aaa6e.html
'THUGS AND BULLIES': Mike Rowe rips Columbia University for having "lost its mind" amid anti-Israel mobs taking over the campus. www.foxnews.com/media/mike-rowe-rips-ivy-league-lost-mind-anti-israel-protests-thugs-bullies
Anthony Edwards on Kevin Durant:
βAt one point, I was like god damn, he nice.β
(via @DaneMooreNBA )
"This is my first game in 20 something days... I'm not measuring it. We gotta be better as a unit... it starts with me... Even if my wind is low ... Show more
BeyoncΓ© sent Dawn Staley flowers after South Carolina's National Championship win π
(π₯ @dawnstaley)
Batters or batsman? Aggers, itβs not a hill to die on: Jonathan Agnew is one of the greats, but heβs fighting a losing battle against the term βbatterβ in modern ...
smh.com.au/sport/batters-or-batsman-aggers-it-s-not-a-hill-to-die-on-20240417-p5fkgy.html
Miami is up 10 points. ππ₯
18/31 from three.
ANTHONY EDWARDS TODAY:
33 POINTS
9 REBOUNDS
6 ASSISTS
14/24 FG
WOLVES TAKE GAME 1 π₯π₯π₯
Quick Glance: Anthony Edwards Outshines Kevin Durant in Impressive NBA Victory
- Anthony Edwards emerged victorious in the playoff duel against Kevin Durant, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves to success.
- Contributing 33 points, Edwards played a crucial role in the 120-95 win over Durant and the Phoenix Suns.
- As the Wolves took a 1-0 lead in the first-round series, Durant led the Suns with 31 points.
- Amid fan anticipation of great things for the 22-year-old Minnesota star, all attention was on Edwards.
From Dirk Nowitzki to Luka Doncic, the Mavericks are a global phenomenon: What is the value of an NBA international superstar? Let the Dallas Mavericks show you.
washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/04/21/luka-doncic-dirk-nowitzki-dallas-mavericks/
U.S. Basketball Writers Association will name women's coaching award after UConn's Geno Auriemma
apnews.com/article/auriemma-award-coach-uconn-5d3d55b5a30074864a4dedde42b34905
Quick Glance: U.S. Basketball Writers Association Honors UConn's Geno Auriemma with Coaching Award Recognition
- The U.S. Basketball Writers Association revealed the decision to name their annual women's national coach of the year award after Geno Auriemma from UConn.
- Having just concluded his 39th season at the school, the 70-year-old coach led the Huskies to their 23rd Final Four.
- Successfully guiding UConn to 11 national championships and six flawless seasons, he has been a standout recipient of the USBA award.
- Auriemma's impressive record of 1,213-162 places him second on the all-time Division I wins list, trailing only three games behind Stanford's Tara VanDerveer.
Magic Johnson Absolves LeBron James, Anthony Davis of Blame for Lakers' Game 1 Loss to Nuggets
si.com/nba/2024/04/21/magic-johnson-lebron-james-anthony-davis-lakers-loss-nuggets
DeAndre Jordan jokingly comments on Blake Griffin's retirement:
βFirst off, Blake's a quitter, can't believe that guy.β
(via @HPbasketball )
Timberwolves, Naz Reid wins Sixth Man of the Year: Naz Reid is the first player in Timberwolves history to win the award and only the undrafted player to win it ...
startribune.com/timberwolves-naz-reid-nba-sixth-man-award/600361188/
Taylor Woodson, former Hopkins basketball star, transfers to Minnesota: The Gophers women's basketball team landed a Minnesota talent Thursday when Hopkins ...
startribune.com/gophers-womens-basketball-taylor-woodson-transfer-from-michigan-dawn-plitzuweit/600359839/
Report: 76ers filing grievance with league over officiating in playoff series vs. Knicks
sports.yahoo.com/report-76ers-filing-grievance-with-league-over-officiating-in-playoff-series-vs-knicks-040434888.html
Anfernee Simons is tired of losing
βWe don't want to have another year like this. My sixth year is done now, going into year seven ... Show more @highkin
Draymond Green calls for Kevin Durant to guard Anthony Edwards for the rest of the series π
(Via @TheVolumeSports / h/t @NBABeyondCourt )
βThe Lakers are going to win tomorrow night and the series in 6.β
- Skip Bayless π
(Via @undisputed )
Bucks Preparing to Open First Round Series vs. Pacers Without Giannis Antetokounmpo, per Report
si.com/nba/2024/04/16/giannis-antetokounmpo-injury-return-pacers
Four-Time WNBA Champion Sue Bird Joins Seattle Storm Ownership Group : She played 20 seasons in Seattle before retiring in 2022.
si.com/college/2024/04/24/sue-bird-seattle-storm
Ernie Johnson: βI understand CJ McCollum put out a text to everybody on the team last night... what was his message going into this game?βBrandon Ingram: ... Show more @NBAonTNT @awfulannouncing
Caitlin Clark has broken another yet another record β her Indiana Fever jersey is the top-selling jersey ever for a draft pick ... Show more www.nbcnews.com/news/sports/caitlin-clarks-indiana-fever-jersey-becomes-top-selling-jersey-draft-p-rcna148226
Udonis Haslem on Goran Dragic:
βThis motherf***** threw his tooth at the ref. Thatβs when I said I like this motherf*****.β π
(via @theOGsShow )t.co/HaRHtE4Wtb
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