The top 10 in Matchup Difficulty
1. Luguentz Dort2. Jeremy Sochan
3. Alex Caruso
4. Jaden McDaniels
5. Dillon Brooks6. Vince Williams Jr.
7. OG Anunoby
8 ... Show more
Jamal Murray hits buzzer-beater to cap 20-point Game 2 comeback for the Denver Nuggets against the Los Angeles Lakers
cnn.com/2024/04/23/sport/jamal-murray-denver-nuggets-la-lakers-nba-playoffs-spt-intl/
Quick Glance: Jamal Murray Leads Denver Nuggets to Impressive Victory over LA Lakers
- Jamal Murray achieved an impressive 15-foot buzzer-beater over Anthony Davis to complete a sensational 20-point comeback and give the Denver Nuggets a 101-99 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. This unexpected triumph grants the defending champions a 2-0 lead in the first round, as they now prepare for the upcoming games in the Lakers' arena.
- Following the game-winning shot, Jamal Murray fell into the Nuggets' bench and was embraced by his teammates, igniting the atmosphere in the Ball Arena. Murray faced a challenging start in the game, hitting only three of his first 16 shots before going 6-for-8 in the fourth quarter, scoring 14 of his total 20 points, including the decisive basket.
- While Murray encountered difficulties, the Nuggets stayed competitive thanks to another outstanding performance by Nikola Jokić, who recorded 27 points, 20 rebounds, 10 assists, and two steals. Michael Porter Jr. also played a crucial role in the Nuggets' victory with 22 points, including successful shooting from beyond the arc.
- The Lakers expressed dissatisfaction with the officiating, particularly regarding a play in the third quarter where a foul against Porter Jr. on D'Angelo Russell was overturned after a review by the Nuggets. It is evident that the Lakers' prospects are increasingly dim after losing 10 consecutive games against the Nuggets. A monumental shift in fate will be required for Los Angeles to progress to the next round.
The top 10 in Defensive Positional Versatility
1. Scottie Barnes
2. Deni Avdija3. Dillon Brooks4.Naji Marshall
5. Peyton Watson
6. Russell Westbrook
7 ... Show more
The NBA Just Banned a Player for Life. It Had No Choice.: He did things worse than anything Pete Rose ever got up to.
slate.com/culture/2024/04/jontay-porter-lifetime-ban-nba-sports-betting-scandal-gambling.html
Quick Glance: Lifetime Ban as Warning to NBA Gamblers: Coach
- Commissioner Adam Silver's firm stance on Raptors bench player Jontay Porter serves as a cautionary tale for potential NBA gamblers.
- The NBA's decision to ban Jontay Porter due to his involvement in gambling did not come as a surprise to anyone in the league.
- NBA bit players pose a gambling risk and were seen as an ideal example in this cautionary tale, as mentioned by an NBA coach.
- Porter's limited significance as a player will lead to the story fading quickly, even though it may be referenced in relation to his brother Michael Porter Jr. and the Nuggets during the playoffs.
Blue Jays lose as Barger experiences several big-league firsts in debut
sportsnet.ca/article/barger-experiences-many-big-league-firsts-in-debut-with-blue-jays/
Report: Purdue star Zach Edey declares for NBA draft: Purdue center Zach Edey, the two-time national player of the year, has officially entered the 2024 NBA ...
reuters.com/sports/report-purdue-star-zach-edey-declares-nba-draft-2024-04-23/
Warriors Expected To Evaluate Trade Options On Andrew Wiggins
theringer.com/nba/2024/4/17/24132900/golden-state-warriors-future-steph-curry-klay-thompson-offseason
Quick Glance: Kings-Warriors: Coach Kerr Endorses NBA Play-In
- Coach Steve Kerr supports the NBA play-in tournament for adding excitement to the season.
- The play-in format provided a lifeline for the Kings and Warriors, who wouldn't have made the playoffs in the old system.
- The Kings face challenges due to injuries to key players, while Coach Brown praises the Warriors' core players.
- Brown highlights the impact of Chris Paul and his greatness in the NBA.
“D'Angelo Russell play better, Lakers have a chance. D'Angelo Russell don’t play better, Lakers don’t stand a chance.”
- Draymond Green
(via @TheVolumeSports )
the top 10 in Clutch WPA (Win Probability Added)
1. Stephen Curry2. Giannis Antetokounmpo3. DeMar DeRozan
4. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander5. Paul George
6 ... Show more
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tonight:
33 PTS, 5 AST, 3 REB, 68% FGChet Holmgren tonight:
26 PTS, 7 REB, 2 BLK, 69% FG
Jalen Williams tonight:
21 PTS, 8 AST ... Show more
The Var-Show: Toronto OF shines again as Blue Jays beat Padres: Daulton Varsho made quite the impression in San Diego on Friday night with a remarkable catch ...
sportsnet.ca/mlb/the-var-show-toronto-of-shines-again-as-blue-jays-beat-padres/
141 NBA players voted for who they think should win MVP:
41.8%: Nikola Jokic
36.9%: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander9.9%: Luka Doncic4.3%: Jayson Tatum
1 ... Show more @TheAthletic
BREAKING: Clutch player of the year finalists;Stephen Curry DeMar DeRozan Shai Gilgeous-Alexander(via @NBAonTNT )
Will the Sacramento Kings Make a Trade After Plateauing?: The bar has been raised in Sacramento. Will this version of the Kings be able to reach it? Or will ...
theringer.com/nba/2024/4/22/24137192/sacramento-kings-trades-rumors-nba-offseason
Quick Glance: Potential Trade Moves for Sacramento Kings Post Stagnation
- After a promising season, the Kings' playoff debut ended after just one season. Despite similar performance to the previous year, altered expectations led to disappointment. The Kings find themselves stuck in the NBA's Maddening Middle, where progress is painstaking, exhilaration fleeting.
- The Kings have a solid foundation with emerging players like Fox, Sabonis, and Murray. Despite missing the play-in, the core for a strong playoff team is in place. The challenge now lies in making the leap from good to great, meeting high expectations, and navigating the competitive Western Conference.
- Despite a promising season, the Kings were not as dominant as before. Improvements in defense and offensive challenges shaped their course. Sacramento needs patience and strategic decisions to thrive in the tough Western Conference, make the next step, and stay competitive.
LeBron James rants at NBA's replay center for calls, Lakers lose on buzzer-beater, trail Denver 2-0
nbcnews.com/sports/lebron-james-rants-nbas-replay-center-calls-lakers-lose-buzzer-beater-rcna148911
ESPN’s Top 15 players in the postseason:
1. Nikola Jokic
2. Luka Doncic3. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander4. Joel Embiid5. Jalen Brunson
6. Kawhi Leonard
7 ... Show more
Former Houston Astros prospect Ronny Garcia dead at 24: Ronny Garcia, a former Houston Astros prospect, died in a traffic accident.
nbcnews.com/news/sports/former-houston-astros-prospect-ronny-garcia-dead-24-rcna148722
The top rated players in the DEN/LAL series via LEBRON
1. Nikola Jokic 6.77
2. Anthony Davis 4.77
3. LeBron James 3.03
4. Aaron Gordon 1.26
5 ... Show more
With pitchers rolling, offensive improvement holds key to Blue Jays' ceiling: The Blue Jays have been out-scored, out-homered and at times outplayed ...
sportsnet.ca/mlb/with-pitchers-rolling-offensive-improvement-holds-key-to-blue-jays-ceiling/
The top 10 guards in Pull Up 3PT%
1. Mike Conley 45.2%
2. CJ McCollum 43.3%
3. Cameron Payne 42.9%
4. Jamal Murray 42.6%
5. Kyrie Irving 39.5%
6 ... Show more
‘Why I’m here’: Blue Jays' Encarnacion imparting wisdom on Guerrero Jr.: Edwin Encarnacion and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. have known each other a long time ...
sportsnet.ca/mlb/why-im-here-blue-jays-encarnacion-imparting-wisdom-on-guerrero-jr/
Through a slow first three quarters, Jamal Murray's coaches and teammates told their star guard to stick with it, knowing what he’s capable of in the clutch ... Show more
Steph Curry on his relationship with Andrew Wiggins:
“It’s like that parent-child relationship. Not to say he is a child but to only ask him to do what he is ... Show more @NBCSWarriors
Nickeil Alexander-Walker took the 6th most corner 3s in the NBA and hit 44.5% (!) this year
Gifted defender—corals & keeps excellent ball handlers in ... Show more
BREAKING: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's first signature shoe will be released in 2025 with Converse, per @ShamsCharania .
JAMAL MURRAY THREW THIS DOWN 🏹
The NBA has announced that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a finalist for the Most Valuable Player and Clutch Player of the Year Award. 🏀🇨🇦
Romano's return caps impressive Blue Jays win after Kikuchi's high-octane performance
sportsnet.ca/mlb/romanos-return-caps-impressive-blue-jays-win-after-kikuchis-high-octane-performance/
Shohei Ohtani ‘grateful’ for Dodgers support in wake of Ippei Mizuhara gambling scandal
theathletic.com/5442879/2024/04/24/shohei-ohtani-grateful-dodgers-gambling-scandal/
Chet Holmgren on Shai Gilgeous Alexander:
“He’s too humble to say it, but this is the MVP right here.”
(via @NBAonTNT )
Justin Turner starts things off with a bang. 💥
Watch the Blue Jays vs. Padres on Sportsnet and stream on Sportsnet+.
Kansas City Royals start new winning streak with another close victory vs. Jays
kansascity.com/sports/mlb/kansas-city-royals/article287993305.html
Nuggets' Michael Porter Jr. Shares How He's Processing Brothers' NBA Ban, Prison Sentence
si.com/nba/2024/04/21/michael-porter-jontay-coban-brothers
Jamal Murray believes that the duo of himself and Nikola Jokic is better than the pairs of Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo ... Show more
Take a peek inside the NFL draft theater in downtown Detroit as we get ready for the 2024 NFL draft! This is near Campus Martius ... Show more #detroit #nfldraft #nfldraft2024 #michigan #nfl #football #detroitlions
Oshae Brissett sends a message to Heat fans
“See you guys on Sunday. Keep chanting 'We want Celtics.' We will continue this conversation after the first round ... Show more @AdamTaylorNBA
Watch Damian Lillard, Andrew Nembhard draw double technical fouls: Bucks All-Star Damian Lillard got tied up with Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard ...
indystar.com/story/sports/nba/pacers/2024/04/21/damian-lillard-andrew-nembhard-draw-double-technical-fouls/73407597007/
As Guerrero and Tatis reconnect, Rodriguez dominates as Blue Jays beat Padres: A post-batting-practice feast awaited Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the visitor’s ...
sportsnet.ca/mlb/as-guerrero-and-tatis-reconnect-rodriguez-dominates-as-blue-jays-beat-padres/
How close are the Blue Jays' top hitting prospects to playing in the majors?: Some top Blue Jays prospects are putting up eye-catching offensive numbers at ...
sportsnet.ca/mlb/how-close-are-the-blue-jays-top-hitting-prospects-to-playing-in-the-majors/
Blue Jays carry some momentum into big series against Yankees: The Blue Jays did enough damage to even their record at 8-8 on Sunday. But the next three days ...
sportsnet.ca/mlb/blue-jays-carry-some-momentum-into-big-series-against-yankees/
Rare defensive miscues help prevent Blue Jays from completing first series sweep: A key driver for the Toronto Blue Jays during their run of four straight series ...
sportsnet.ca/mlb/rare-defensive-miscues-help-prevent-blue-jays-from-completing-first-series-sweep/
WHAT. A. GAME.
The Thunder pull through at the end to take Game 1 over the Pelicans led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 28 points 🔥
Kenny Brooks signs another incoming freshman for UK women’s basketball
kentucky.com/sports/college/kentucky-sports/uk-basketball-women/article287786180.html
“He’s one of the best defenders I've ever seen in my life.”
- RJ Barrett on OG Anunoby
(Via @theshift_sports )
'Barriers Broken': Blue Jays' Kiner-Falefa deeply passionate about representation in baseball
sportsnet.ca/mlb/barriers-broken-blue-jays-kiner-falefa-deeply-passionate-about-representation-in-baseball/
Toronto Blue Jays at Kansas City Royals odds, picks and predictions: The Toronto Blue Jays (12-10) and Kansas City Royals (13-9) open a 4-game series on Monday ...
usatoday.com/story/sports/sports-betting/2024/04/21/toronto-blue-jays-at-kansas-city-royals-odds-picks-and-predictions-4/73408059007/
Yariel Rodriguez shows well in debut as Blue Jays even up series with Rockies: Yariel Rodriguez's impressive performance in his MLB debut gave the Blue Jays ...
sportsnet.ca/mlb/yariel-rodriguez-shows-well-in-debut-as-blue-jays-even-up-series-with-rockies/
OKC Thunder's 'Big Three' suffocates Pelicans in dominant Game 2 win in NBA playoffs
oklahoman.com/story/sports/nba/thunder/2024/04/24/okc-thunder-score-vs-new-orleans-pelicans-nba-playoffs-game-2-shai-gilgeous-alexander/73448958007/
NBA: Nets name Spaniard Jordi Fernandez as new head coach: Jordi Fernandez, who guided Canada to a bronze medal in last year's World Cup ...
sports.inquirer.net/562731/nba-nets-name-spaniard-jordi-fernandez-as-new-head-coach
The Blue Jays take on the Yankees with everyone sporting No. 42 for Jackie Robinson Day ⚾
Tune in to the action on SN1 and stream on Sportsnet+!
NBA playoffs: Nuggets work over Lakers to pick up where they left off from last year
sports.yahoo.com/nba-playoffs-nuggets-work-over-lakers-to-pick-up-where-they-left-off-from-last-year-025932702.html
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren combine for 59 points in the Thunder’s Game 2 win over the Pelicans.
◻️ SGA: 33 PTS, 5 AST
◻️ Chet: 26 PTS ... Show more @okcthunder #NBAPlayoffs
Thunder strike Pelicans, as Celtics open playoff on high note: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 28 points to lift the host Oklahoma City Thunder to a thrilling ...
dailysabah.com/sports/basketball/thunder-strike-pelicans-as-celtics-open-playoff-on-high-note
The Blue Jays are calling up right-hander Yariel Rodriguez from Triple-A, Sportsnet’s Shi Davidi confirmed.
Adam Silver: NBA players manipulating wagers face life ban: With the NBA investigating a player for possibly conspiring to affect gambling results regarding ...
reuters.com/sports/adam-silver-nba-players-manipulating-wagers-face-life-ban-2024-04-11/
http://NBA.com’s final MVP Ladder:
1. Nikola Jokic
2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander3. Luka Doncic
4. Giannis Antetokounmpo5. Jayson Tatum
6 ... Show more
Celtic reach Scottish Cup final with penalty shoot-out win over Aberdeen: The holders are through to face Hearts or Rangers in next month's showcase final.
news.stv.tv/sport/celtic-reach-scottish-cup-final-with-penalty-shoot-out-win-over-aberdeen
Toughest possible punishment: NBA bans Raptors pro Porter for life: He doesn't have a big name in the NBA yet - and he can't earn one now: The NBA slaps Jontay ...
n-tv.de/sport/NBA-sperrt-Raptors-Profi-Porter-lebenslang-article24882002.html
http://Ringer.com’s updated top 30 players:
1. Nikola Jokic
2. Luka Doncic
3. Giannis Antetokounmpo4. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander5. Joel Embiid
6 ... Show more
Yariel Rodriguez settling into big-league life after emotional debut with Blue Jays
sportsnet.ca/mlb/yariel-rodriguez-settling-into-big-league-life-after-emotional-debut-with-blue-jays/
Retired CFL Champ Suspended Indefinitely for Wagering on Games in Which He Played
si.com/nfl/2024/04/24/cfl-shawn-lemon-suspended-gambling
Gap to gap: A closer look at Yusei Kikuchi's curveball and Yariel Rodriguez's fastball(s)
sportsnet.ca/mlb/gap-to-gap-a-closer-look-at-yusei-kikuchis-curveball-and-yariel-rodriguezs-fastballs/
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