Category: Basketball

Hawks, Onyeka Okongwu agree to an extension

Onyeka Okongwu is securing his future with the Atlanta Hawks, as they finalize a four-year, $62 million extension. Drafted sixth overall in 2020, the 22-year-old center has showcased his skills in over 170 games, primarily coming off the bench. This e...

Erikas PolockasOct 24, 2023

Basketball

Rockets convert Nate Williams to two-way deal

Nate Williams is making moves with the Houston Rockets, as the team has converted his contract to a two-way deal. After joining the Rockets in August 2023, Williams showcased his skills in the preseason, scoring a total of 43 points in 51 minutes of p...

Erikas PolockasOct 24, 2023

Basketball

Duop Reath, Blazers agree to two-way deal

Duop Reath is set to return to the Portland Trail Blazers, this time on a Two-Way contract. The Blazers had recently waived Reath, who had previously played for the team in Summer League and preseason. Duop Reath, Blazers Agree To Two-Way Deal https://...

Erikas PolockasOct 24, 2023

Basketball

NBA Season-Opening Odds: BetOnline Sportsbook Lists Boston Celtics, Milwaukee Bucks As Favorites To Claim Championship

The last time Nikola Jokic played a meaningful game, the Denver Nuggets were putting the final touches on their first...

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Jeff HawkinsOct 24, 2023

Basketball

Aaron Nesmith: “I think we are a playoff team”

Coming off signing a 3-year, $33 million extension with the Indiana Pacers, Aaron Nesmith said that making the 2024 postseason is a team goal. (via Indiana Pacers): “We’ve got a lot of work to do moving forward. We’ve got a very good year in front of u...

Paul Terrazzano Jr.Oct 24, 2023

Basketball

UConn point guard Tristen Newton named to Bob Cousy Award watch list

UConn's Tristen Newton was named to the watch list for the Basketball Hall of Fame's Bob Cousy Award, which annually recognizes the nation's top point guard.

Joe ArrudaOct 23, 2023

Basketball

Decision time: As UConn waits in hope, Cooper Flagg wraps up visit to Duke

Cooper Flagg, the top basketball recruit in the Class of 2024, is nearing his college decision. Flagg concluded his visit to Duke on Friday after a stop at UConn in September. The early signing period begins on Nov. 8.

Joe ArrudaOct 23, 2023

Basketball

Celtics Trade For Thunder’s Kenrich Williams In Bold Proposal

One NBA writer is proposing that the Boston Celtics acquire Kenrich Williams from the Oklahoma City Thunder in a bold trade idea. Zach Buckley of Bleacher Report proposed the following trade idea between the Celtics [...]

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Ashish MathurOct 23, 2023

Basketball

Panathinaikos remains unbeaten, dominating Lavrio in the Greek League

Panathinaikos had an easy victory against Lavrio in Round 3 of the Greek Basket League, securing a convincing 111-75 win. The Greens dominated for most of the match, particularly in the third period, where they outscored their opponents 30-9. Kostas ...

Erikas PolockasOct 23, 2023

Basketball

Nike Air More Uptempo “Olympic” Returning For 2024 Paris Olympic Games

Dating back to the London Olympic Games in 2012, Nike has brought back the Air More Uptempo in its infamous red, white and blue uniform...

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Jared EbanksOct 23, 2023