Rugby Sevens tournament hosted in the USA
Kyrie Irving says he misses the days when players tried out for Team USA and competed against each other
“I wish my brothers well ... Show more
LSU's Angel Reese has chosen her new nickname as she joins the Chicago Sky: LSU's Angel Reese has chosen "Chi Barbie" as her new nickname as she joins ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsus-angel-reese-chooses-her-new-nickname-with-chicago-sky/article_96e3cf4e-74e6-506c-b671-1f1b27c6bb79.html
"[I'll be the best player in the NBA in] about two to three years."
- Anthony Edwards(Via @ESPNNBA )
NEWS: Jimmy Butler is expected to be out multiple weeks with what is feared to be an MCL injury, sources tell @ShamsCharania .
From @TheAthletic: Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter has received a lifetime ban from the NBA for violating its gaming rules, the league announced.
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Quick Glance: NBA Bans Jontay Porter of Raptors for Gambling Violations
- Jontay Porter of the Toronto Raptors was banned from the league for disclosing confidential information to bettors, limiting his participation in at least one game with the Raptors, and betting on NBA games in the G-League.
- NBA commissioner Adam Silver stressed the importance of protecting the integrity of NBA competition for fans, teams, and all associated with the sport when announcing the ban.
- The investigation into Porter began in late March after sportsbooks noticed unusual betting on the reserve center's statistics in two Raptors' games, where Porter exited early in each game.
- Porter placed at least 13 bets on NBA games through an associate's online betting account, totaling $54,094. The total payout from these bets amounted to $76,059, resulting in a net winnings of $21,965.
Caitlin Clark to receive signature shoe in eight-figure Nike deal, per reports: This deal is one of many for the Fever rookie, as she is working with insurance ...
indystar.com/story/sports/basketball/wnba/fever/2024/04/17/caitlin-clark-to-get-eight-figure-nike-deal-signature-shoe-endorsements-indiana-fever-wnba/73365539007/
Quick Glance: Chris Paul: An Irreplaceable Mentor on the Path to Championship
- Chris Paul is ready for another playoffs run with the Golden State Warriors, relying on his skills and experience to lead his team to success.
- Paul is regarded as a mercenary, playing a unique role in the NBA by supporting teams in challenging situations to transform them into competitive units.
- His outstanding basketball IQ, defensive abilities, and relentless effort have made Paul one of the best players in the league, consistently delivering positive results.
- While Paul still awaits a championship ring, he remains focused and demanding in terms of his teammates' performance, showcasing his unique ability to motivate and nurture young players.
Former LSU guard Hailey Van Lith has reportedly decided where she's transferring: Former LSU women's basketball guard Hailey Van Lith has reportedly found her ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/ex-lsu-pg-hailey-van-lith-transferring-to-tcu-reports-say/article_afd62bba-5e98-518f-9030-2f4901a6f358.html
A Midwesterner through and through, Caitlin Clark wants Indiana back in WNBA playoffs
indystar.com/story/sports/basketball/wnba/fever/2024/04/17/caitlin-clark-will-stay-near-iowa-midwest-roots-with-wnba-indiana-fever-draft-2024/73364064007/
Nicolas Batum in the Philadelphia 76ers' win over the Miami Heat in the Play-In Tournament 🎯
◽️ 20 PTS
◽️ 6 3PM
◽️ 5 REBS
◽️ 1 BLK
That's why Batum is in.
The Victor Wembanyama Interview: Spurs Rookie Goes Deep on Year 1: The Spurs sensation sits down (thankfully) for an exclusive with The Ringer to talk about ...
theringer.com/nba/2024/4/18/24133725/victor-wembanyama-san-antonio-spurs-interview
“I wish [the NBA would’ve suspended Jontay Porter] for five years…to give him another chance”
- Charles Barkley(Via @SiriusXMNBA )
Bulls News: Surprise Guard Joins Michael Jordan on Exclusive Franchise List: In a trailblazing franchise moment, this up-and-comer joined the legendary shooting ...
newsweek.com/sports/nba/bulls-news-surprise-guard-joins-michael-jordan-exclusive-franchise-list-1891629
High-scoring transfer Lucy Olsen has committed to play final season at Iowa: At Villanova, she averaged 23.3 points per game last season as a junior
thegazette.com/iowa-basketball/high-scoring-transfer-lucy-olsen-has-committed-to-play-final-season-at-iowa/
Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark's first WNBA clash will be here before you know it: Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark will soon take their rivalry into the WNBA ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/when-will-angel-reese-caitlin-clark-first-meet-in-the-wnba/article_8cf7d2bc-ac79-5aa1-a78e-389ebfb4b7c4.html
HAPPENING NOW: Number 1 WNBA pick Caitlin Clark meets her Indiana Fever teammates. abcnews.go.com/Sports/caitlin-clark-helps-wnba-shatter-draft-viewership-record/story
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 get to play alongside my favorite player of all time, which is Kevin Durant.”
- Anthony Edwards on playing for Team USA
(via @Complex )
Nikola Jokic on sweeping the Lakers in the playoffs last season:
“Can we not mention that anymore?”
(via @arniestapleton )
Nuggets loom, but Lakers are confident and ready for rematch: ‘We’re not ducking the smoke’
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.
Reaction from the draft party in Indiana as the Fever take Caitlin Clark with the No. 1 pick 🗣️
🎥 @RomeovilleKid | #WNBADraft
What’s Klay Thompson’s future after his 0-for-10 clunker?: Asked about his future with Klay Thompson and Draymond Green, Steph Curry said; "I can never see ...
theathletic.com/5421858/2024/04/17/klay-thompson-warriors-future-kings-kawakami/
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.
Blake Griffin retires after a high-flying 14-year NBA career: Blake Griffin has announced his retirement after a 14-year career that included six All-Star ...
apnews.com/article/blake-griffin-retires-lob-city-56b79eb4909e77ecc9e11edc38cd0555
Caitlin Clark's entire WNBA team, combined, will get paid about the same as one random back-bench NBA player next year. www.axios.com/2024/04/17/caitlin-clark-wnba-salaries-pay-contract
Hassan Whiteside mourns death of 23-year-old brother: ‘I will never be okay’: Former NBA big man Hassan Whiteside took to Instagram to mourn the death of his ...
ahnfiredigital.com/nba/hassan-whiteside-mourns-death-of-23-year-old-brother-i-will-never-be-okay/
Quick Glance: Hassan Whiteside Mourns Loss of 23-Year-Old Brother
- Hassan Whiteside mourns the loss of his 23-year-old brother, sharing heartfelt memories and grief on Instagram.
- NBA figures like Wayne Ellington, Udonis Haslem, Isaiah Thomas, Matt Barnes, and Gabrielle Union showed support for Whiteside.
- Whiteside recently retired from the NBA after a successful career, primarily with the Miami Heat. His departure from basketball was acknowledged throughout the league.
- Ending his NBA journey with impressive stats and dedication, Whiteside closes this chapter while aiming to honor his brother's legacy amidst this personal loss.
The salary of Caitlin Clark, who became the leading scorer in NCAA basketball history and the first pick in the WNBA draft this week ... Show more edition.cnn.com/2024/04/17/business/caitlin-clark-will-earn-a-usd76-535-salary-this-year-the-lowest-paid-nba-player-makes-usd1-1-million/index.html
Michael Malone on LeBron James:
"It's year 21, and the guy is getting better...I hope he gets tired. I hope he wears down ... Show more @HarrisonWind
‘All doors are open right now’ as UK basketball coach Mark Pope builds his first roster
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-recruiting/article287715865.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."
Report: WNBA's Caitlin Clark, Nike Nearing 8-Figure Contract with Signature Shoe: Nike is nearing an agreement with Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark on an ...
bleacherreport.com/articles/10117429-report-wnbas-caitlin-clark-nike-nearing-8-figure-contract-with-signature-shoe
Bam Adebayo is the first player to receive his jersey from Team USA for the Olympics 🔥t.co/3StW82ddJl
Stephen A. Smith on the GOAT debate:
"If LeBron James beats Denver and marches forward to ultimately win another chip ... Show more @FirstTake
Arkansas' John Calipari hires Kenny Payne as an assistant after duo previously worked together at Kentucky
cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/arkansas-john-calipari-hires-kenny-payne-as-an-assistant-after-duo-previously-worked-together-at-kentucky/
Donte DiVincenzo, who only missed a single game this season, is not eligible for the Most Improved Player award because he fell just nine seconds short of the ... Show more
The Los Angeles Lakers lock up the 7 seed...
...and the Denver Nuggets are waiting for them in the first round 😅🍿
“It's fair to say it's above $20 Million.” 👀
- @ShamsCharania on Caitlin Clark’s shoe deal with Nike
Brittney Griner and wife Cherelle are expecting their first child: Brittney Griner is expecting her first child with her wife, Cherelle Griner.
today.com/parents/parents/brittney-griner-baby-rcna147724
Quick Glance: Brittney Griner and Wife Cherelle Expecting Their 1st Baby
- WNBA star Brittney Griner and her wife, Cherelle Griner, are expecting their first baby together.
- The couple announced the news on Instagram with an ultrasound image.
- Griner returned to the US after being released from a Russian prison and is set to release her memoir.
- HuffPost appeals for support to keep quality journalism freely accessible to all.
Caitlin Clark Nearing Nike Deal Worth 50 Times Her WNBA Salary: The No.1 overall pick reportedly turned down Under Armor despite it sending its top athlete—Steph ...
thedailybeast.com/caitlin-clark-nearing-nike-deal-worth-50-times-her-wnba-salary
Austin Rivers says Team USA should give the final roster spot to
Cooper Flagg
“Grab Cooper Flagg, hell, make him the 12th guy ... Show more
In just one hour, Fanatics has completely sold out of Caitlin Clark's Fever jersey in sizes XS, M, L, XL, and XXL, per @darrenrovell
LeBron James and the Lakers beat Pelicans in play-in, earn a playoff rematch with the Nuggets
apnews.com/article/lakers-pelicans-score-512b31d9302c2511842f8de7aa68725e
Quick Glance: Key Insights from Lakers vs. Pelicans Play-In Game
- After Zion Williamson exited due to an injury and scoring 40 points, the Lakers won and secured the 7th seed.
- The Lakers will face the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the playoffs, while the Pelicans will play the Kings for the 8th seed.
- Zion Williamson delivered an impressive performance before his injury, and the Lakers clinched a crucial three-pointer courtesy of D'Angelo Russell.
- The Pelicans struggled with their identity, and the Lakers displayed weaknesses in their game, leading to uncertainties ahead of their matchup against Denver.
ESPN Sources: Pelicans F Zion Williamson’s (left hamstring) is out for Friday’s Play-In Tournament elimination game vs. Sacramento and will be evaluated again ... Show more
It's a New York state of 𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 🗽
For the first time in 30 years, the Knicks and Rangers have both posted 50+ win seasons.
Steph Curry:
“I just want to win and be in the best situation to make that happen.”
(via @JDumasReports )t.co/rg04Kotdec
Inspiring the next gen of ballers 🤝
Jimmy Butler was seen walking with a limp on his way out of Wells Fargo Center after the Miami Heat lost to the Philadelphia 76ers in the Play-In Tournament ... Show more @JakeLFischer t.co/XWIbrqAZLE
Nets plan to hire Kings’ Jordi Fernández as coach: Sources: Fernandez, 41, is considered one of the brightest assistant coaches in the NBA.
theathletic.com/5418476/2024/04/15/brooklyn-nets-jordi-fernandez-coach/
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Quick Glance: Top Assistant Coach Jordi Fernández Set to Lead Nets: Insiders
- Regarded as one of the most talented assistant coaches in the NBA, Jordi Fernández, 41, is set to take on the role of head coach.
- Insiders confirmed on Monday that the Nets are in the process of hiring associate head coach Jordi Fernández as their new head coach.
- Following the departure of Jacque Vaughn on Feb. 19, Nets' management, Sean Marks and Joe Tsai, initiated a thorough coaching search, conducting interviews with a wide range of candidates.
- In addition to Fernández, championship coach Mike Budenholzer and associate head coach Kevin Young emerged as finalists for the position, according to previous reports by The Athletic.
Biden Weighs in on Caitlin Clark Salary Debate After WNBA Draft: President Biden’s remarks on the issue came shortly after Caitlin Clark, the University of Iowa ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/17/us/politics/caitlin-clark-salary-biden.html
Lakers head coach Darvin Ham had quite the response to people who said his team should intentionally lose to avoid the Denver Nuggets in the first round 😅
Via ... Show more @jovanbuha
Kentucky women’s basketball transfer Maddie Scherr commits to TCU
star-telegram.com/sports/college/big-12/texas-christian-university/article287822360.html
Alex Caruso suffered an apparent injury after this collision with Andre Drummond.
He has returned to the game for the Chicago Bulls after briefly heading to ... Show more
Darvin Ham after the Lakers Play-In win last night:
“We want all the smoke and we ain't ducking no fades"
Jontay Porter’s NBA ban for gambling feels like the worst is yet to come: To protect integrity, major pro leagues should adopt a uniform, zero-tolerance policy ...
theathletic.com/5425123/2024/04/18/jontay-porter-gambling-nba-nfl-ncaa/
As NCAA transfer portal fills up, the LSU women have one glaring need to address: The comings and goings of the NCAA transfer portal have left the LSU women ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsu-women-have-a-glaring-need-to-address-in-transfer-portal/article_35a7ad15-75da-58b6-a659-102ed71f2ed9.html
Supreme Court to decide if ban on homeless encampments is 'cruel and unusual': Cities say the case has sweeping implications as homelessness soars.
abcnews.go.com/Politics/supreme-court-decide-ban-homeless-encampments-cruel-unusual/story
A leaked video of the Knicks’ recruiting pitch to LeBron James during free agency in 2010
(0:32)
(🎥 @pablofindsout )
With the help of an innovative coach, Rudy Gobert aims to convince his legion of critics
theathletic.com/5421528/2024/04/18/rudy-gobert-timberwolves-offensive-development/
Caitlin Clark's pay inequity takes center stage: After the Indiana Fever drafted her No. 1 overall Monday night in the WNBA Draft, Caitlin Clark drew attention ...
yardbarker.com/wnba/articles/caitlin_clarks_pay_inequity_takes_center_stage/s1_13132_40244644
James Harden is ready to show up in the playoffs
“I always wanna play well in the playoffs. I’ve had some not great games ... Show more @joeylinn_
What happened in the 2024 WNBA Draft: Caitlin Clark picked No. 1, Angel Reese picked by Chicago Sky, full analysis
theathletic.com/live-blogs/wnba-draft-womens-basketball-updates-caitlin-clark/EBIyDaabEdNT/
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