Day: June 27, 2021

An introduction to the “Space Jam” Nike Lebron 18 Low

Brandon King

As we inch closer to the theatrical debut of Space Jam: A New Legacy, more of the associated apparel that Nike and their shareholders would love for you to spend your hard-earned money on is being revealed. We have already seen the Lebron XIX ANS and the Lebron 8 but Sunday on TNT’s NBA coverage the world got a look at the Space Jam x Lebron 18 Low There are three colorways- a blue-based, a brown-based and a grey based pair. All feature visual elements that tie in to the…

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Dzanan Musa released by Anatoly Efes

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By Johnny Askounis of Eurohoops.net / info@eurohoops.net Dzanan Musa will part ways with Anadolu Efes, Eurohoops sources confirm. Musa, 22, inked a contract until the end of the 2022-23 season last January, which included a team option for this summer. Efes will use the exit clause to release the Bosnian swingman. His short run featured four Turkish Airlines EuroLeague appearances and a slim playing time total of 12 minutes. He also played in eight BSL matches recording 11.4 points per match in the Turkish league. Musa previously went through a couple of…

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Nicolo Melli to decide on playing future after Olympic qualifier

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By Aris Barkas/ barkas@Eurohoops.net Nicolo Melli will consider his options and is expected to make a decision regarding his future after helping Italy in the approaching Olympic Qualifying Tournament, according to Eurohoops sources. Melli, 30, is set to become an NBA free agent. His focus remains on securing a contract to extend his NBA run past the 108 appearances so far between the New Orleans Pelicans and the Dallas Mavericks. He had 3.0 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per contest last season. However, a return to Europe can become a reality. AX Armani Exchange Olimpia Milano…

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Omar Cook released by Burgos

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By Johnny Askounis/ info@eurohoops.net Hereda San Pablo Burgos has opted out of Omar Cook’s contract, according to our own Chema de Lucas. Cook, 39, will become a free agent after capturing a couple of Basketball Champions League titles and the FIBA Intercontinental Cup since joining the Spanish side last July. He logged 6.0 points, 5.0 assists, and 2.3 rebounds per game through the Final Eight held early in the season to complete the 2019-20 campaign. His 2020-21 contribution amounted to 3.8 points, 6.6 assists, and 1.5 rebounds per BCL appearance. The veteran point guard…

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Could Damian Lillard be on the verge of requesting a trade?

Brandon King

In this current NBA where player movement is more fluid than ever, Damian Lillard has been the torch bearer for sticking it out with a team. Despite first round exits in the postseason’s opening round in four of the past five seasons, Lillard has started numerous times that he desires to remain with the Trail Blazers. Check out this piece from yahoo sports’ Chris Haynes that may cast some doubt on that stance.

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June 27, 2021 NBA Injury Report

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Atlanta Hawks NAME POS DATE STATUS COMMENT Bogdan Bogdanovic SG Jun 26 Day-To-Day Bogdanovic (knee) is questionable for Sunday’s Game 3 against the Bucks, Brad Rowland of PeachtreeHoops.com reports. De’Andre Hunter SF Jun 15 Out Hunter (knee) underwent successful surgery to repair a torn meniscus Tuesday and is expected to make a full recovery before the start of training camp, Sarah K. Spencer of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports. Brandon Goodwin PG May 18 Out Goodwin will miss the remainder of the season due to a minor respiratory condition that requires…

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Maccabi and Derrick Williams close to deal

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By Eurohoops team / info@eurohoops.net Maccabi Tel Aviv is close to signing power forward Derrick Williams according to Israeli website One. With the potential addition of Williams, the “Yellows” will get closer to completing the team’s lineup of foreign players for 2021-22. Williams, the former No. 2 NBA Draft Pick in 2011, spent the previous season with Valencia. He averaged 9.0 points and 3.1 rebounds in 20:12 minutes over 34 EuroLeague games while the Spanish team came one win away from the playoffs. Before Valencia, Williams played for Fenerbahe Beko in 2019-2020 following a standout…

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Gwen Berry turns away while anthem plays, fake outrage is on the way

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This article from ESPN will certainly get the conservatives, faux patriots and flagophiles in quite the tizzy. EUGENE, Ore. — For the past week, the national anthem has played one time per evening at the U.S. Olympic track and field trials. On Saturday, the song happened to start while outspoken activist Gwen Berry was standing on the podium after receiving her bronze medal in the hammer throw. While the music played, Berry placed her left hand on her hip and fidgeted. She took a quarter turn, so she was facing…

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June 26, 2021 WNBA Recap

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Who Got it Done pt rb ast Sami WhitcombNYL vs. ATL 30 6 5   7-12 3-pt A. OgunbowaleDAL vs. WAS 30 3 2   5 stl Betnijah LaneyNYL vs. ATL 28 3 6 Tina CharlesWAS vs. DAL 27 10 2 Chennedy CarterATL vs. NYL 24 1 2 Yesterday’s Scores New York Liberty (8-8)  101  Atlanta Dream (5-9)  78 PTS S.Whitcomb-NYL – 30   TRB K.Shook-NYL – 11   Washington Mystics (7-8)  74 Dallas Wings (8-8)  85 PTS A.Ogunbowale-DAL – 30   TRB T.Charles-WAS – 10 Today’s On Court Docket Chicago Sky  (9-7)  Connecticut Sun  (9-5) Seattle Storm  (12-3) Las Vegas Aces  (10-4) Los…

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June 26, 2021 NBA Playoff Recap: Ayton plays big as Suns take 3-1 lead in West Finals

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Who Got it Done DeAndre Ayton with a man-sized 19 points and 22 rebounds pt rb ast Deandre AytonPHO @ LAC 19 22 3   4 blk Paul GeorgeLAC vs. PHO 23 16 6   12-18 ft Ivica ZubacLAC vs. PHO 13 14 1 Mikal BridgesPHO @ LAC 6 13 3   2 blk Devin BookerPHO @ LAC 25 2 0   2 stl Terance MannLAC vs. PHO 12 4 0 Chris PaulPHO @ LAC 18 4 7 Reggie JacksonLAC vs. PHO 20 5 1 Cameron JohnsonPHO @ LAC 5 4 0 Dario ŠarićPHO…

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