Unknown date; Los Angeles, CA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Chicago Bulls forward Chet Walker (25) drives to the basket as he is defended by Los Angeles Lakers forward Jim McMillan (5) at the Forum. Mandatory Credit: Darryl Norenberg-USA TODAY Sports Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Chet Walker has died at the age of 84. The NBPA confirmed the news of Walker’s death on Saturday night. Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame forward Chet Walker — a seven-time All-Star and a member of the Chicago Bulls Ring of Honor — has passed away at 84, per @TheNBPA. Walker won an NBA championship with…
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Apr 26, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) brings the ball up court against the LA Clippers during the first quarter during game three of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY SportsNew video from Saturday’s practice has raised new concerns about just how healthy Luka Doncic is.In a video posted by Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints, Doncic can be seen apparently grabbing at the right side of his chest during Saturday’s practice. He also appears to be grimacing slightly as he does so.It is not…
Nov 19, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers coach Jason Kidd warms up players before the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports The Boston Celtics think Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd might have some ulterior motives with his recent comments about Jaylen Brown. On Saturday, Kidd made headlines with his proclamation that Brown, not Jayson Tatum, is the Celtics’ best player in his eyes. The Celtics were certainly aware of those remarks by the time they practiced Saturday afternoon, but they were not biting on them. Veteran forward Al…
Jul 9, 2019; Marina del Rey, CA, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns attends the Gatorade Athlete of the Year Awards at Ritz-Carlton. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports After his son just went on the deepest playoff run of his NBA career, Karl Towns Sr. is finding some nice success of his own. Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic reported Friday that Towns Sr., the father of Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star big man Karl-Anthony Towns, has landed a noteworthy coaching gig. Towns Sr. has been hired as the head coach of St. Joseph High School in Metuchen, N.J. The younger Towns,…
May 3, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) reacts after scoring during the first quarter against the Dallas Wings at College Park Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports The decision to leave Caitlin Clark off the United States Olympic team headed to Paris has proven to be very divisive among both fans and experts alike. Social media opinion was divided on whether the decision to omit Clark from the final roster was the correct one. Many who were against it argued that it was a bad idea because Clark is already the most famous women’s…
Dec 2, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports The Detroit Pistons may be a long-struggling organization at yet another crossroads, but they do seem to have a clear idea of who they want to build around going forward. The Pistons are almost certain to sign Cade Cunningham to a max rookie extension this summer, according to James L. Edwards III of The Athletic. Such a deal would be worth $226 million over five years with the potential for more if Cunningham can…
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell speaks with the media. Photo Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Speculation continues about the NFL eventually pursuing an 18-game schedule, though they are likely to face a battle with players to make it happen. One veteran made that very clear this week. Commissioner Roger Goodell said earlier this year that he was still interested in reducing the number of preseason games, and suggested a potential solution of 18 regular season games and two preseason games. Colts center Ryan Kelly, who is also the team’s NFLPA representative, said Wednesday that the comments are evidence that Goodell is…
Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd had a fairly bold take on who he views as the Boston Celtics’ best player. Kidd was asked Saturday what makes facing Jaylen Brown so difficult. The Dallas coach was effusive with his praise for Brown, and immediately labeled Brown as the team’s best player. Jason Kidd on Jaylen Brown, casually lighting Boston sports radio on fire for the next 24 hours: “Jaylen’s their best player. Looking at what he does defensively, he picked up Luka full court, got to the free throw line, did everything, and that’s what your best player does.” — Rachel…
Dec 16, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) dribbles the ball up the court against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler sent Los Angeles Lakers fans into a frenzy with a comment he made in an interview while attending Friday’s WNBA game in Los Angeles. During an in-game interview, Butler was asked about the talented core the Los Angeles Sparks are building around rookies Rickea Jackson and Cameron Brink. Butler’s response was a fun one, as he took advantage of Brink…
Dec 3, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) warms up before the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY SportsRussell Wilson may have gone a little too heavy with the filters on his latest social media post.As the Pittsburgh Steelers wrapped up OTAs this week, the nine-time Pro Bowl QB Wilson posted some action photos of himself to his social media pages. “35 feeling 25!” Wilson captioned the post (in reference to his age).Wilson’s post looked a little too overcooked with filters though, leading to everyone making the same joke…