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Free agency is almost here, but first ...: Please allow me to commemorate one full calendar year of publishing via Substack and formally welcome you to a Year 2 ...
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Free agency is almost here, but first ...: Please allow me to commemorate one full calendar year of publishing via Substack and formally welcome you to a Year 2 ...
marcstein.substack.com/p/free-agency-is-almost-here-but-first
WNBA star A’ja Wilson weighs in on pro basketball gender pay gap: ‘It’s going to turn’
today.com/news/sports/aja-wilson-wnba-salary-rcna149480
Mitchell Robinson Exited Game 3 Early, Left Arena In Walking Boot
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New BS Pod w/ @jkylemann @VanLathan —Did Denver kill the LeBron era in LA?
—Embiid’s Revenge
—Celts Therapy Session
—Chet or Paolo?
—The Pats got Maye! Yeah!
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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 ...
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NBA Draft - Lottery Simulator - RealGM: NBA Draft - Lottery Simulator - RealGM
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Report: Multiple NBA sources expect Paul George to re-sign with Clippers: While the offseason is likely the last thing on the mind of Los Angeles Clippers star ...
ahnfiredigital.com/nba/los-angeles-clippers/report-multiple-nba-sources-expect-paul-george-to-re-sign-with-clippers/
NBA playoffs: Why the Orlando Magic have no chance against the Cleveland Cavaliers
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Miami Heat ‘didn’t f–k with anybody else’ in NBA bubble: ‘We didn’t say hi to nobody’
heatnation.com/videos/miami-heat-didnt-f-k-with-anybody-else-in-nba-bubble-we-didnt-say-hi-to-nobody/
Commentary: Caitlin Clark’s paltry $76K salary shows women’s players deserve more money
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/24/commentary-caitlin-clarks-paltry-76k-salary-shows-womens-players-deserve-more-money/
The superhuman I’d pictured turns out to be a super human indeed: As you may know, it is the habit of this column to refer to its supporting cast by a ...
newstatesman.com/culture/life/2024/04/superhuman-id-pictured-turns-out-super-human-indeed-nicholas-lezard
Jah Wobble Q&A: “Evil spirits shattered my parking sensors”: Jah Wobble was born in London in 1958. In the late 1970s he played bass in Public Image Ltd ...
newstatesman.com/culture/qa/2024/04/jah-wobble-qa-evil-spirits-shattered-my-parking-sensors
Labour’s rail plans show Keir Starmer’s cautious populism: Labour has announced plans to nationalise the railway operators by folding them into a publicly owned ...
newstatesman.com/politics/labour/2024/04/labours-rail-plans-show-keir-starmers-cautious-populism
Neurodiversity is usually just part of being human: Avril was wondering about an assessment for autistic spectrum disorder (ASD). “I’ve always been very ...
newstatesman.com/politics/health/2024/04/neurodiversity-usually-just-part-being-human-adhd-dyslexia-autism
The rise of the overlong album: There are few universal rules for what makes good writing, but one has long persisted: kill your darlings ...
newstatesman.com/culture/music/2024/04/the-rise-of-the-overlong-album
Spring’s lighter evenings have brought me back to life: Spring is sprung, the grass is rizz, and I have had an epiphany: I belong on British Summer Time ...
newstatesman.com/culture/life/2024/04/springs-lighter-evenings-have-brought-me-back-to-life
Teenage boys talk masculinity: A 16-year-old boy from Dartmoor is talking about what it means to be a man. He is aware of a “golden figure that all men should be ...
newstatesman.com/culture/radio-podcasts/2024/04/teenage-boys-talk-masculinity-about-the-boys-radio-4
ITV’s preposterous Red Eye is a bargain-basement Snakes on a Plane : Picture the scene. In the business class cabin of a shortly-to-depart jumbo jet ...
newstatesman.com/culture/tv/2024/04/itv-preposterous-red-eye-bargain-basement-snakes-on-a-plane
Luca Guadagnino’s wryly horny tennis film Challengers: In a hotel lobby, tennis player Patrick Zweig (Josh O’Connor) is trying to flirt his way into a free room ...
newstatesman.com/culture/film/2024/04/luca-guadagnino-tennis-film-challengers-zendaya-review
Caitlin Clark to sign new Nike deal valued at $28 million over 8 years, reports say
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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.
Player poll shows LeBron James is gaining ground on Michael Jordan in GOAT debate, but Bulls star still ahead
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Quick Glance: LeBron vs. Jordan: NBA GOAT Debate
- A player poll reveals that the debate over the greatest of all time between LeBron James and Michael Jordan continues to be intense.
- While Jordan has been chosen as the 'Greatest of All Time' each time, his lead over LeBron has significantly decreased in recent years, primarily due to James' impressive longevity.
- Players emphasize that James' ability to play at an elite level even at almost 40 years old sets him apart from Jordan, who retired twice and played 14 seasons in a 19-year span.
- The NBA GOAT debate is based on factors like influence, statistics, and the evolving nature of the game over the years, with a particular focus on LeBron James' longevity as a crucial factor.
Referees missed fouls on 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey, Nick Nurse’s 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.
Lakers’ LeBron James lashes out at replay officials after buzzer-beater loss to Nuggets: “What are we doing?”
denverpost.com/2024/04/23/lakers-lebron-james-replay-officials-nuggets-playoff-loss/
Lakers blame refs for blowing 20-point lead to Nuggets, and even their fans won’t buy it
sbnation.com/nba/2024/4/23/24138181/lakers-blame-refs-nuggets-nba-playoffs-2024-lebron-james-video-quotes
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 Jokić, 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.
Report: Purdue star Zach Edey declares for NBA draft: Purdue center Zach Edey, the two-time national player of the year, has officially entered the 2024 NBA ...
reuters.com/sports/report-purdue-star-zach-edey-declares-nba-draft-2024-04-23/
Report: Mediation session scheduled in Wolves' sale dispute: The Minnesota Timberwolves' ownership dispute will advance to a mediation session on May 1 in ...
reuters.com/sports/report-mediation-session-scheduled-wolves-sale-dispute-2024-04-23/
Sixers Plan To File Grievance With NBA Over Officiating In First Two Games At Knicks
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Michael Jordan shares his thoughts on Anthony Edwards:
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Four Teams Control Their Own 2nd Round Pick In 2024, Seven In 2025
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NBA Playoff Overreactions: One Reckless Takeaway From Every Game 1 : Home teams are unbeatable. The Damian Lillard trade was worth it. LeBron James is stuck in a ...
theringer.com/nba/2024/4/22/24136889/nba-playoffs-first-round-overreactions-game-1
Pelicans need more from Brandon Ingram to upset Thunder. How can they get him going?
theathletic.com/5434887/2024/04/22/brandon-ingram-stats-pelicans-thunder/
Tom Thibodeau isn’t wearing down his Knicks players, he’s enhancing them: According to The Athletic's player poll, Thibodeau is the coach NBA players least want ...
theathletic.com/5433289/2024/04/22/knicks-tom-thibodeau-player-poll/
Substack rival Ghost confirms it will join the fediverse in 2024: Ghost, an open-source rival to Substack’s newsletter platform, has confirmed it will this year ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/22/substack-rival-ghost-confirms-it-will-join-the-fediverse-in-2024/
NBA Could Sell Local Games Individually In New TV Deal; WNBA Rights Also A Factor
theathletic.com/5430093/2024/04/22/nba-tv-rights-amazon-nbc/
Caitlin Clark's early play in WNBA will be her tryout for a roster spot on US Olympic women's team
apnews.com/article/olympics-2024-paris-games-caitlin-clark-1169bcc4b2f3db5cf635031fea28bd0c
NBA award finalists 2024: Victor Wembanyama, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander named in 2 races
theathletic.com/5433703/2024/04/21/nba-award-finalists-mvp-2024/
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LeBron James, Lakers Ripped By NBA Fans for 3Q Collapse in Loss to Jokić, Nuggets
bleacherreport.com/articles/10117834-lebron-james-lakers-ripped-by-nba-fans-for-3q-collapse-in-loss-to-jokic-nuggets
Nuggets' Michael Porter Jr. Shares How He's Processing Brothers' NBA Ban, Prison Sentence
si.com/nba/2024/04/21/michael-porter-jontay-coban-brothers
LEONARD GREENE: Caitlin Clark’s paltry $76K salary shows WNBA players deserve more money
nydailynews.com/2024/04/21/leonard-greene-caitlin-clarks-paltry-76k-salary-shows-wnba-players-deserve-more-money/
Why WNBA players face financial hurdles despite record viewership: Despite record ratings, women's basketball still struggles financially, leaving players far ...
nbcnews.com/business/business-news/women-basketball-players-pay-discrepancy-record-viewership-explained-rcna148233
NBA GM on ‘awful’ 2024 draft: ‘This is the type of draft that gets someone fired if they get the No. 1 pick’
ahnfiredigital.com/nba/nba-gm-on-awful-2024-draft-this-is-the-type-of-draft-that-gets-someone-fired-if-they-get-the-no-1-pick/
Lifetime Ban Sends Strong Message to ‘Stupid’ 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.
Nikola Jokić Dresses as Gru Before Game 1, Bemoans Being Compared to Him in Despicable Me 4 Promos
si.com/nba/2024/04/20/nuggets-lakers-nikola-jokic-dresses-as-gru-despicable-me
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2024 NBA Playoff Predictions: Is a Nuggets-Celtics Finals Ahead?: Which top seed could go down early? Who will ultimately make the Finals? And which star could ...
theringer.com/2024/4/20/24135585/nba-playoff-predictions-2024-first-round-matchups-preview
NBA Playoffs - Power Ranking: Mega Upset by LeBron is possible!: The NBA play-ins are over. ran expert Alex Vogel looks at the power ranking.
ran.de/sports/basketball/nba/galerien/nba-playoffs-free-tv-tv-uebertragung-livestream-power-ranking-lakers-nuggets-magic-mavericks-361074
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How will Rishi Sunak fund higher defence spending?: “It’s time for us to rearm,” Rishi Sunak said yesterday at a press conference with the Polish prime minister ...
newstatesman.com/politics/uk-politics/2024/04/how-will-rishi-sunak-fund-higher-defence-spending
Quick Glance: Increase in UK defence spending by 2030
- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commits to raising spending to 2.5% of GDP, putting the defence industry on a 'war footing'.
- Sunak emphasized the need for deeper stockpiles of munitions and quicker replenishment due to the events in the Ukraine conflict.
- The planned increase in defence spending would require significant financial reshuffling, partly through announced measures to reduce the size of the civil service.
- Shortly after announcing the pledge to send weapons worth 500 million pounds to Ukraine, this commitment followed.
Are NBA playoff lights too bright for Cavaliers? ‘It was good for them to get their a– whooped’
theathletic.com/5427521/2024/04/19/cavaliers-magic-nba-playoffs-jarrett-allen/
PMQs review: Angela Rayner struggles to change narrative on tax controversy: Angela Rayner usually relishes standing in for Keir Starmer at PMQs when the Prime ...
newstatesman.com/politics/the-staggers/2024/04/pmqs-review-angela-rayner-struggles-change-narrative-tax-controversy
The Hater’s Guide to the 2024 NBA Playoffs’ First Round: Which first-round series will produce the most jokes? From the dream Knicks-76ers clash to the ...
theringer.com/nba/2024/4/19/24134832/2024-nba-playoffs-preview-first-round-series
The Lowe Post: First Round Deep Dive with Coach David Thorpe on Apple Podcasts: Zach discusses the Warriors being eliminated from playoff contention and ...
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/first-round-deep-dive-with-coach-david-thorpe/id986595124
The biggest threat to freedom in the West is liberalism itself: The attempted shutdown of the National Conservatism Conference by police in Brussels made for a ...
newstatesman.com/comment/2024/04/biggest-threat-freedom-west-liberalism-itself-john-gray
Britain is divided by educational status: Shortly before Easter, Frances Corner, warden of Goldsmiths, University of London, announced the “Transformation ...
newstatesman.com/comment/2024/04/britain-is-divided-by-educational-status
Iran’s new doctrine has changed everything: What exactly does imminent mean? Today? Tomorrow? The warning from unnamed US officials on Wednesday 10 April about ...
newstatesman.com/diary/2024/04/irans-new-doctrine-has-changed-everything
Labour’s former rugby player Khalid Mahmood high-tackles a heckler: There was no messing about by former rugby union tighthead prop Khalid Mahmood MP when ...
newstatesman.com/politics/commons-confidential/2024/04/labours-former-rugby-player-khalid-mahmood-high-tackles-a-heckler
Kemi Badenoch should read some Edmund Burke: On 18 April, Kemi Badenoch highlighted the biggest problem facing the British economy in 2024: historical accuracy ...
newstatesman.com/ideas/2024/04/kemi-badenoch-should-read-edmund-burke
Ashley Moyer-Gleich becomes second woman ever to be selected to officiate in NBA playoffs
cnn.com/2024/04/19/sport/moyer-gleich-nba-second-woman-playoff-spt-intl/
Goya’s lessons for a world at war: We must search out the best reporting where we can. My post-Easter bulletin is that I’ve discovered that by far the finest ...
newstatesman.com/culture/2024/04/goyas-lessons-for-a-world-at-war
Reed Sheppard will enter the NBA draft. His Kentucky career is over.: Kentucky basketball star Reed Sheppard will enter the 2024 NBA draft and does not plan to ...
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-men/article287302460.html
Why many WNBA players leave the U.S. to supplement their incomes: Caitlin Clark's relatively low salary of $76,535 in her first year in the pros sheds light on ...
nbcnews.com/news/sports/many-wnba-players-leave-us-supplement-incomes-rcna148192
In wine’s culture war, we’ve all been winners: Wine was overdue a culture war. It endured a century of trauma between 1850 and 1950: almost annihilated by ...
newstatesman.com/culture/food-drink/2024/04/in-wines-culture-war-weve-all-been-winners
Quick Glance: London Marathon participant honored after wine challenge goes viral
- Tom Gilbey enjoyed a glass of wine upon completing each mile of the London Marathon.
- During the race, he stopped 25 times to taste a glass of wine and guess its vintage, grape type, and country of origin.
- "It’s my first experience of this going absolutely mad and I feel very honored," he told the PA news agency.
- He was highly motivated during the marathon by the prospect of a sip of wine after every mile.
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.
RealGM Radio: Seth Partnow On The Playoffs (Apr 2024)
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Kyrie Irving Reacts to Not Making Team USA Roster for 2024 Paris Olympics: The Dallas Mavericks star wasn't among the 12 NBA players to be named to the Team USA ...
si.com/olympics/2024/04/18/kyrie-irving-reacts-team-usa-roster-paris-olympics
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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
Video: Bucks' Giannis Tells Story of Signing Nike Shoe Contract over Adidas : Giannis Antetokounmpo has emerged as one of Nike's biggest stars ...
bleacherreport.com/articles/10117535-video-bucks-giannis-tells-story-of-signing-nike-shoe-contract-over-adidas
Peter Frankopan Q&A: “If you want to write good history, read lots of novels”: Peter Frankopan was born in London in 1971. He is the author of the 2015 ...
newstatesman.com/culture/qa/2024/04/peter-frankopan-qa-if-you-want-to-write-good-history-read-lots-of-novels
2024 NBA Draft Big Board: Stephon Castle, Donovan Clingan rise into Top 5 after title run
theathletic.com/5382764/2024/04/19/nba-draft-big-board-stephon-castle-donovan-clingan-connecticut/
Caitlin Clark is this year's number one draft pick in the WNBA. Her salary has sparked outrage
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-19/caitlin-clark-draft-pick-rookie-nba-salary-pay-gap-outrage/103733342
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