Tag: Basketball

Liberty Timeout Controversy Overshadows Game 2 Loss

Brandon King

The New York Liberty were 4.3 seconds away from potentially forcing a second overtime. Instead, they left Atlanta with a devastating 101-98 overtime loss—and a controversy that could follow this semifinal series all the way back to Brooklyn. After Angel Reese knocked down two free throws to put Atlanta ahead by three, New York appeared to have one final opportunity to advance the ball and create a much better look at a tying 3-pointer. But the Liberty didn’t use their reset timeout. Breanna Stewart says there was a reason. She…

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NBA Europe Hits Major Roadblock as EuroLeague Teams Reject NBA Proposal

Brandon King

The NBA’s plans to launch a 16-team European league as early as 2027 have hit a major roadblock after EuroLeague shareholder clubs rejected the NBA’s initial proposal to collaborate and create a unified NBA Europe operation. The NBA wants to establish a new European basketball competition that could debut during the 2027-28 season, but the league now appears headed toward a direct battle with EuroLeague rather than a partnership. According to Front Office Sports, a supermajority of the 13 EuroLeague shareholder clubs rejected the NBA’s proposal during a meeting in…

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Pero Antic Says LeBron James “Ruined the NBA” With Blunt Criticism

Brandon King

Former NBA player Pero Antic is taking aim at LeBron James — and his comments are already sparking plenty of debate. Antic, who played in the NBA with the Atlanta Hawks from 2013–15, recently shared a brutally critical assessment of James and questioned why the Los Angeles Lakers superstar is routinely compared with Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. “I can’t watch the NBA anymore,” Antic said. He then took his criticism even further, using a controversial comparison to describe James’ approach to the game. “They’re comparing him to Jordan and…

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Sophie Cunningham Says A’ja Wilson Is the WNBA’s LeBron James — Claims There’s a Double Standard

Brandon King

Sophie Cunningham just added another layer to the A’ja Wilson controversy. Following the confrontation between Wilson and a fan during the WNBA playoffs, Cunningham suggested that Wilson receives the same type of star treatment that LeBron James has received throughout his NBA career. And she believes that treatment played a role in Wilson avoiding a suspension. “She’s like the LeBron James of our league and so of course they’re not going to suspend her,” Cunningham said. “I definitely think there’s a double standard.” But Cunningham’s comments came with an interesting…

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Atlanta Dream Defeat New York Liberty 92–82 in Game 1 of WNBA Semifinals

Brandon King

The Atlanta Dream came out swinging in Game 1 of the WNBA semifinals, overcoming a halftime deficit and an injury to Allisha Gray to defeat the New York Liberty 92–82 on Sunday at State Farm Arena. Atlanta now leads the best-of-five semifinal series 1–0. The Liberty led 40–37 at halftime, but the Dream completely flipped the game in the third quarter. Atlanta exploded for 32 points while holding New York to just 15, turning a three-point deficit into a 69–55 advantage entering the fourth. The Dream’s defense was the difference.…

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ISIAH THOMAS IS BACK WITH THE KNICKS

Brandon King

Isiah Thomas has been appointed to the New York Knicks’ board of directors, marking his return to the organization. The former Knicks head coach and president will join the board when the Knicks become a standalone public company. Thomas previously served as the Knicks’ president from 2003–2008 and head coach from 2006–2008. ⚠️ Important: This is a board-level role. Thomas is not returning as the Knicks’ president, coach or basketball operations executive. Still… after nearly two decades away from the organization, Isiah Thomas is officially back in the Knicks family.…

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Ric Bucher’s take on the biggest difference between Michael Jordan and LeBron James

Brandon King

The GOAT debate, as synthetic and exhausting as it is, may never end, but Ric Bucher believes part of the reason is that Michael Jordan and LeBron James approached greatness in fundamentally different ways. Bucher described Jordan’s dominance as “visceral” while characterizing LeBron’s as “analytical.” Jordan’s mentality was built around believing he needed to impose his will on the game. LeBron’s approach has often involved maximizing every possible advantage — primarily through hand picking teammates and roster construction to tip the scales in his favor. In other words: Jordan: “I…

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BREAKING: Senate Passes Protect College Sports Act, 77-22; Bill Now Heads to House

Brandon King

The U.S. Senate has taken a major step toward creating a national framework for college sports. The Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act, 77-22, on Monday, sending legislation designed to establish federal rules governing NIL, athlete compensation, transfers, eligibility and other aspects of college athletics to the House of Representatives. The bipartisan bill was introduced by Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) and has advanced through the Senate after months of negotiations. Now comes the more uncertain part of the process: the House. The House is not…

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BREAKING: Kristaps Porzingis Out Indefinitely

Brandon King

Kristaps Porzingis will miss the start of the Golden State Warriors’ training camp with an unspecified health issue, ESPN’s Anthony Slater reports. Golden State general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. confirmed Monday that Porzingis is out indefinitely and will not travel with the team to Hawaii for training camp. Dunleavy said he does not currently have a timeline for Porzingis’ return but emphasized that he isn’t necessarily viewing the situation as a long-term issue.  Porzingis had been working out at the Warriors’ facility as recently as last week and was reportedly…

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Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks Contract Talks Stagnate as $276 Million Extension Hangs in Balance

Brandon King

Karl-Anthony Towns and the New York Knicks have hit a standstill in contract-extension negotiations. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania and Vincent Goodwill, talks between the Knicks and their All-Star center have “stagnated,” with an agreement considered unlikely as New York prepares to open training camp . Towns is eligible for a four-year extension worth up to $276 million, but the two sides have not made significant progress recently after spending much of the offseason discussing a potential deal. The situation comes as the Knicks prepare to defend their NBA championship.…

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