Rookie Wire: Tracking the Future Stars of the NBA
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Lakers news: Charles Barkley blasts GMs, calls Dalton Knecht 'a steal'
Oct 23, 2024 · Dalton Knecht debuted with the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday, and the rookie earned praise from Hall of Famer Charles Barkley on "Inside the NBA" on TNT.. Knecht finished with five points, two assists, one rebound and one steal in the 110-103 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.He went 2-of-4 from the field, including 1-of-3 from 3-point range, in nearly 16 minutes off the bench to help the ...
The 101 greatest nicknames in NBA history - The Rookie Wire
Apr 1, 2021 · Some originate as terms of endearment, while others are bestowed as labels of ineptitude. That got us wondering about where some of the greatest players in basketball history — such as Michael Jordan (Air), LeBron James (King James) and Earvin Johnson (Magic) — rank in the pantheon of great NBA nicknames. Baseball, with its long and rich history, once generated vivid monikers such as the ...
Lakers news: Snoop Dogg gives Dalton Knecht nickname after epic …
Oct 18, 2024 · Following an epic performance Thursday on the road, Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht received high praise from legendary entertainer Snoop Dogg afterward. Knecht tied a team high with 35 points, seven rebounds, two steals, two blocked shots and one assist in a 128-122 overtime win over the Phoenix Suns.
Warriors sign No. 52 pick Quinten Post to two-way contract
Sep 26, 2024 · Former Boston College center Quinten Post signed a two-way contract with the Golden State Warriors on Thursday. Anthony Slater of The Athletic first reported news of the agreement. Post, the 52nd pick in the NBA draft, was among four second-round picks who were unsigned before the Warriors' recent move. The team waived Daeqwon Plowden on Tuesday to make room to sign Post to the roster ahead of ...
The complete list of every WNBA player with a signature shoe deal
Oct 15, 2023 · The WNBA is finishing up its 27th season, which means, on average, there have been .44 shoe deals per season. While the number has been rapidly picking up with three new deals in the past few seasons, shoe deals are not keeping pace with the growth of the WNBA.
Cavaliers projected depth chart for 2024-25 season
Sep 28, 2024 · The Cleveland Cavaliers enter the 2024-25 season with a new head coach and will look to improve upon their 48-34 record from last year with much of the roster back.. The team begins its first season under Kenny Atkinson, who was hired on June 28 after spending the past three years with the Golden State Warriors as an assistant. The organization moved on from J.B. Bickerstaff after four-plus ...
Ingham County asking voters for new tax to help unhoused residents
Sep 26, 2024 · Fox said residents should anticipate higher tax bills this year, whether the millage is approved or not. The county did not collect its health care millage in 2022 and 2023, due to a surplus, but is expected to collect it in 2024. The millage was renewed in an August vote at 0.63 mills, and is expected to raise about $6 million in the first year.
Grizzlies' Taylor Jenkins reveals long-term goals for rookie Zach Edey
Oct 1, 2024 · Zach Edey established himself as a dominant center at Purdue, and Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins is eager to see the rookie take the next step in his development.. Edey led Purdue to the national championship game last season after averaging 25.2 points, 12.2 rebounds, 2.2 blocks and two assists on 62.3% shooting from the field.
Clippers news: Trentyn Flowers will not participate in training camp
Sep 26, 2024 · LA Clippers president Lawrence Frank said Wednesday that rookie Trentyn Flowers will not participate in training camp after undergoing offseason surgery on his left wrist.. Flowers, who went undrafted after playing last year with the Adelaide 36ers in the NBL, didn't play with the Clippers in the NBA Summer League due to the unspecified injury.