Day’Ron Sharpe wants to keep on ‘showing growth’ next season after return from surgery
Sharpe averaged career highs of 8.7 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.3 assists and shot a team-best 60.1 percent overall.
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NBA Investigation Gets Interesting After Contradictory Statements From Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo
Reportedly, the NBA has received conflicting accounts from the Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo about the star’s injury amid the ongoing league investigation.
Kentucky Wildcats guard makes big transfer portal decision
Kentucky Wildcats freshman guard Jasper Johnson plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal when it opens on April 7, Jonathan Givony of Draft Express reported on Friday. The move will end a one-season stay in Lexington that fell short of early expectations for the highly praised recruit. Johnson, a 6-foot-5, 180-pound guard and Lexington native, […] The post Kentucky Wildcats guard makes big transfer portal decision appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Chiney Ogwumike, Andraya Carter rip Geno Auriemma for ESPN interview, Dawn Staley interaction
ESPN analysts Chiney Ogwumike and Andraya Carter were very critical of Connecticut Huskies head coach Geno Auriemma for his behavior during and after South Carolina’s 62-48 win over UConn in the Women’s Final Four on Friday night. Auriemma went off about officiating and called out South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley during an in-game interview…
Nick Nurse reveals how 76ers have come alive on offense
Nick Nurse revealed the key to the Philadelphia 76ers prevailing in their matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night. Nurse is going through his third season as the 76ers’ head coach. After missing the playoffs last season due to injuries on the roster, he is on pace to get them back to that higher […] The post Nick Nurse reveals how 76ers have come alive on offense appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Cooper Flagg pulls off NBA feat no other teenager has ever done
Cooper Flagg cannot legally buy a beer just yet, but he can at least satiate himself with a 50-burger as he counts down the days. The Dallas Mavericks rookie went off for 51 points in a losing effort Friday against the Orlando Magic at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. While the present-day scoreboard showed … The post Cooper Flagg pulls off NBA feat no other teenager has ever done appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
76ers' Joel Embiid Addresses Absence Against Wizards on Wednesday
Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid addressed his absence against the Washington Wizards.
Joel Embiid Sounds Off on Recent 76ers Decision After Timberwolves Game
The NBA world was confused about Joel Embiid’s availability for the Philadelphia 76ers’ game against the Washington Wizards. At first, he was off the injury report, despite admitting that he was playing with an illness against the Miami Heat. On the morning of the matchup against the Washington Wizards, Embiid was added to the report, […] The post Joel Embiid Sounds Off on Recent 76ers Decision After Timberwolves Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Magic vs. Mavericks Post-Game Stats: Cooper Flagg Makes Loud ROTY Statement With Historic 51-Point Game
Despite the Mavs' 127-138 defeat, Cooper Flagg became the headline story of the night due to his record-breaking 51-point game.
Knicks embrace change of pace as they get off to needed fast start against Bulls
When asked about the Knicks’ recent slow starts before Friday’s matchup with the Bulls, Josh Hart was candid.
UCLA women shrug off cold shooting to beat Texas in Final Four
PHOENIX – Dancing all postseason, one victory after another followed by lively celebrations, the UCLA women’s basketball team waited for the biggest stage to unveil its best move. A Texas-sidestep, if you will. With every point coming at a premium, the Bruins outmaneuvered the fellow top-seeded Longhorns in the Final Four, a 51-44 victory in...
76ers’ Joel Embiid passes blame to Daryl Morey for not playing vs. Wizards
Joel Embiid, after a 20-game absence that spanned the 1st of March until the 23rd of March, suited up in three consecutive games for the Philadelphia 76ers to end the month. It certainly looks like the lengthy rest period did Embiid a world of good, as he averaged 30 points per game in those three […] The post 76ers’ Joel Embiid passes blame to Daryl Morey for not playing vs. Wizards appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg Posts New Career High in Loss to Magic
Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg hit a new career high in points in a loss to the Orlando Magic on Friday. The post Mavericks’ Cooper Flagg Posts New Career High in Loss to Magic appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Chaos erupts in March Madness showdown as 'classless' head coach confronts rival in dying seconds of UConn's shock defeat
Tempers boiled over following South Carolina's shock victory over UConn on Friday, as the team's head coaches had a fiery courtside clash in the final moments.
Dawn Staley, Geno Auriemma Both React to Heated Postgame Handshake
Dawn Staley and Geno Auriemma both had words after their heated exchange
NBA Announces Cooper Flagg Milestone on Friday
The NBA recognized Cooper Flagg's career milestone on Friday.
UConn Coach Geno Auriemma Faces Punishment for Dawn Staley Incident
UConn head coach Geno Auriemma could face potential punishment after confronting Dawn Staley and ripping officials after a Final Four loss. The post UConn Coach Geno Auriemma Faces Punishment for Dawn Staley Incident appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Warriors Nearly Traded Draymond Green to Lakers in Surprise Deadline Proposal
Reports indicated that Golden State came close to finalizing a trade that would have sent Draymond Green to the Los Angeles Lakers.
Cooper Flagg becomes 1st teenager in NBA history to score 50+
There is no question that Cooper Flagg is pushing through what has been a rewarding but grueling rookie season. However, on Friday night, he etched his place in NBA history by becoming the youngest NBA player to score 50+ points in a game. It came in the fourth quarter of the Dallas Mavericks’ game against […] The post Cooper Flagg becomes 1st teenager in NBA history to score 50+ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Shedeur Sanders Attends South Carolina-UConn Final Four Clash To Support Deion’s Close Friend Dawn Staley
Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders attended the Final Four to show support for his father's close friend, coach Dawn Staley.
Pelicans star Zion Williamson’s contract gets guaranteed bump after 61st appearance of 2025-26 season
Zion Williamson got great news about his contract salary following his participation in the New Orleans Pelicans’ matchup against the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. Williamson is going through the sixth season of his career with the Pelicans. Despite shining as one of the top stars in the league when healthy, injuries and poor conditioning […] The post Pelicans star Zion Williamson’s contract gets guaranteed bump after 61st appearance of 2025-26 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Sirens expecting historic night at Garden to reignite season: ‘We’re all excited’
For months, the Sirens had Saturday’s game at Madison Square Garden circled on their calendars.
What’s the Punishment for Violating NBA’s Player Participation Policy? Bucks Investigation Thrusts Rules Into Spotlight
The NBA is investigating the Milwaukee Bucks over Giannis Antetokounmpo's playing status. Here's a full breakdown of the Player Participation Policy penalties.
Bucks under investigation from NBA
The Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo are once again at odds, with the NBA having to play the role of arbiter. The league is reportedly investigating the Bucks for potentially circumventing the player participation policy and for allegedly making “inconsistent statements’ about the health of Antetokounmpo. The NBA is investigating the Milwaukee Bucks for their … The post Bucks under investigation from NBA appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.