Basketball News
Basketball Persists in Mexico Amid the Pandemic
The New York Times - 24 Sep 2020 09:00
The Astros de Jalisco are competing in Mexico's top professional basketball league during the pandemic. But several teams have decided it's not worth playing.
Steph, Draymond will miss Warriors' minicamp
ESPN - 24 Sep 2020 02:59
Steph Curry and Draymond Green won't attend the Warriors' minicamp because of excused absences tied to family, coach Steve Kerr said.
Herro's career night comes as no surprise to Heat
ESPN - 24 Sep 2020 23:56
Rookie guard Tyler Herro poured in a career-high 37 points Wednesday to lead the Heat to a Game 4 victory and 3-1 series lead in the Eastern Conference finals. Nobody who has been around him all season was surprised.
Donovan excited to try to build up 'iconic' Bulls
ESPN - 24 Sep 2020 23:56
Billy Donovan was introduced as the Bulls' new head coach in a Zoom news conference and said the chance to restore the iconic franchise was "very, very appealing and exciting."
Hornets guard Devonte' Graham thinks NBA Most Improved Player award needs clarification
InsideHoops - 24 Sep 2020 23:25
Here’s the Charlotte Observer on a super-talented young Hornet who thinks it wouldn’t hurt if there was more clarity around criteria for the league’s Most Improved Player award: Charlotte Hornets point guard Devont...
Bill Walton on Nikola Jokic: 'Empty the Thesaurus'
SLAMonline - 24 Sep 2020 22:40
It's no secret that Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic is widely considered to be the best passing big man in NBA history. What makes it more special is to hear Bill Walton, considered by many to be the best passing big ...
Pieces of Lakers court autographed by Kobe Bryant up for auction
InsideHoops - 24 Sep 2020 22:37
We all miss Kobe Bryant. And as time goes on, don’t be surprised to see an increased amount of Kobe-related items going up for sale or auction. On that front, here’s the Los Angeles Times on two pieces of basketball ...
The Miami Heat's Bam Adebayo Is 'Built Different'
The New York Times - 24 Sep 2020 22:30
Adebayo made an All-Star turn during the regular season and is playing with distinction alongside Jimmy Butler as the Heat race toward an unexpected N.B.A. finals berth.
Paul Millsap Makes Atlanta Facility Available as Voting Center
SLAMonline - 24 Sep 2020 22:10
Denver Nuggets forward Paul Millsap is in the midst of a Western Conference Finals battle with the Los Angeles Lakers but that hasn’t prevented him from making an impact off the court. According to Shams Charania of Th...
Jayson Tatum, Brad Stevens discuss Game 4 Celtics first half struggles vs. Heat
InsideHoops - 24 Sep 2020 20:14
The Celtics dropped Game 4 to the Heat last night, and now trail 3-1 in the Eastern Conference Finals. Here’s Boston.com with quotes on head coach Brad Stevens and star forward Jayson Tatum: The Celtics, who outscored ...
Andre Iguodala Sees Similarities Between Tyler Herro and Steph Curry
SLAMonline - 24 Sep 2020 20:04
Andre Iguodala has no desire to compare breakout rookie Tyler Herro to two-time NBA MVP Stephen Curry but the veteran teammate of both definitely sees at least some resemblances. “I won't compare them,” Iguodala told...
Mike D'Antoni may be frontrunner for Sixers head coaching job
InsideHoops - 24 Sep 2020 17:28
The Sixers have a talent-filled but chemistry-challenged roster that is in need of a new head coach after they recently parted ways with Brett Brown. Here’s Philly Voice with a look at one of the top candidates: Mike D...
Bam Adebayo says he knew Tyler Herro could play like this
InsideHoops - 24 Sep 2020 17:00
The Heat have taken a 3-1 Eastern Conference Finals lead on the Celtics, and yesterday’s scoring star for Miami in their Game 4 win was guard Tyler Herro, who came off the bench to score 37 points. Here’s the Sun Sen...
New Kings GM commits to Luke Walton as coach
ESPN - 24 Sep 2020 02:59
New Sacramento Kings general manager Monte McNair said he is looking forward to working with coach Luke Walton to revive a franchise that has the longest current playoff drought in the NBA.
Lakers, Nuggets on Taylor ruling: 'Wasn't enough'
ESPN - 24 Sep 2020 02:59
Players from the Lakers and Nuggets were frustrated by news of the Kentucky grand jury's decision to not prosecute any of the officers for the death of Breonna Taylor. Said Danny Green: "Most guys felt it was definitely ...