The NBA has named the best player in the league right now and in the future in 5 years
ESPN conducted a survey among 18 NBA coaches, scouts, and managers. Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15 votes) was named the league's best player, Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (2 votes) was named the second best, and Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (1 vote) was named the third best.
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (12 votes) is the sole leader in the predictions for the league's best player in 5 years, followed by Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shay Gilles-Alexander and Luka Doncic (2 votes each), Anthony Edwards and Nikola Jokic (1 vote each).
The respondents believe Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Eadie is the most likely contender for the 2024/25 Rookie of the Year award (8 votes), but they prefer Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (8 votes) as the best player in the 2024 draft class in the five-year perspective.
The main contender for MVP next season is Shay Gilles-Alexander (7 votes), who is ahead of Luka Doncic (5). Edwards, Jokic and Boston Celtics forward Jason Tatum received 2 votes each.
ESPN conducted a survey among 18 NBA coaches, scouts, and managers. Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15 votes) was named the league's best player, Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (2 votes) was named the second best, and Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (1 vote) was named the third best.
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (12 votes) is the sole leader in the predictions for the league's best player in 5 years, followed by Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shay Gilles-Alexander and Luka Doncic (2 votes each), Anthony Edwards and Nikola Jokic (1 vote each).
The respondents believe Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Eadie is the most likely contender for the 2024/25 Rookie of the Year award (8 votes), but they prefer Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (8 votes) as the best player in the 2024 draft class in the five-year perspective.
The main contender for MVP next season is Shay Gilles-Alexander (7 votes), who is ahead of Luka Doncic (5). Edwards, Jokic and Boston Celtics forward Jason Tatum received 2 votes each.
Los Angeles Lakers have decided on the main superstar who will replace LeBron James after his retirement
“The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to acquire Dallas Mavericks' Slovenian guard Luka Doncic after LeBron James' retirement, The Ringer reports.
LeBron is now 39 years old. There is a high probability that he will finish his career within 2-3 years, after which the Lakers will direct all resources to the exchange of Doncic.
Doncic, 25, averaged 33.9 points, 9.2 rebounds and 9.8 assists in the NBA last season.
“The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to acquire Dallas Mavericks' Slovenian guard Luka Doncic after LeBron James' retirement, The Ringer reports.
LeBron is now 39 years old. There is a high probability that he will finish his career within 2-3 years, after which the Lakers will direct all resources to the exchange of Doncic.
Doncic, 25, averaged 33.9 points, 9.2 rebounds and 9.8 assists in the NBA last season.
Lakers explain why they appointed a head coach with no NBA coaching experience
Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss explained the appointment of J.J. Redick as the club's head coach. The 40-year-old Redick spent 15 years in the NBA as a player, but he has no coaching experience.
“This time we wanted to take a different approach. Redick has a clear vision. I'm not quite comfortable diving into the details of basketball, but we were looking for someone who could bring a new perspective. Developing young talent is a priority, and Redik is the right person to do that. I would like to let the results speak for themselves rather than exaggerate this move.
We need to give JJ time to realize his vision. I am really impressed with the staff he has assembled. He is holding voluntary training sessions. The fact that the players come to them speaks volumes. With experienced assistants like Nate McMillan and Scott Brooks, JJ has the support he needs to make a smooth transition to the head coaching role. His 15-year career in the NBA has given him the experience and insight he needs to lead this team,” Buss said.
Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss explained the appointment of J.J. Redick as the club's head coach. The 40-year-old Redick spent 15 years in the NBA as a player, but he has no coaching experience.
“This time we wanted to take a different approach. Redick has a clear vision. I'm not quite comfortable diving into the details of basketball, but we were looking for someone who could bring a new perspective. Developing young talent is a priority, and Redik is the right person to do that. I would like to let the results speak for themselves rather than exaggerate this move.
We need to give JJ time to realize his vision. I am really impressed with the staff he has assembled. He is holding voluntary training sessions. The fact that the players come to them speaks volumes. With experienced assistants like Nate McMillan and Scott Brooks, JJ has the support he needs to make a smooth transition to the head coaching role. His 15-year career in the NBA has given him the experience and insight he needs to lead this team,” Buss said.
Kevin Garnett named unexpected champion and MVP in the next NBA season
Boston Celtics legend Kevin Garnett believes in the success of the Phoenix Suns in the next NBA season.
Boston Celtics legend Kevin Garnett believes in the success of the Phoenix Suns in the next NBA season.
“Phoenix got the sixth seed in the playoffs last season, and it was what we call a terrible year for them. But now Devin Booker can become the NBA MVP. Bradley Beal can also become an MVP. These guys, they will do well in the fight for the title. And then there's Kevin Durant on this team,” Garnett said.
Croatian national team star gets multi-million dollar contract from NBA club
Croatian centre Ivica Zubac has extended his contract with the Clippers for three years.
Now the 27-year-old big man's contract with the team is for 4 years, for which the player will receive $70 million.
Last season, Zubac scored 11.7 points and grabbed 9.2 rebounds. In the first round of the playoffs, the big man scored 16.2 points.
Croatian centre Ivica Zubac has extended his contract with the Clippers for three years.
Now the 27-year-old big man's contract with the team is for 4 years, for which the player will receive $70 million.
Last season, Zubac scored 11.7 points and grabbed 9.2 rebounds. In the first round of the playoffs, the big man scored 16.2 points.
"Indiana" has agreed a new contract with an important player who performed well last season
T.J. McConnell will continue his cooperation with the Pacers.The playmaker will sign a 4-year, $45 million contract extension with the club. In total, McConnell will earn 54 million over the next 5 years.
The guard helped Indiana reach the Eastern Conference finals last season coming off the bench. The basketball player scored 10.2 points and 5.5 assists in the regular season and 11.8 points and 5.1 assists in the playoffs.
T.J. McConnell will continue his cooperation with the Pacers.The playmaker will sign a 4-year, $45 million contract extension with the club. In total, McConnell will earn 54 million over the next 5 years.
The guard helped Indiana reach the Eastern Conference finals last season coming off the bench. The basketball player scored 10.2 points and 5.5 assists in the regular season and 11.8 points and 5.1 assists in the playoffs.
Shaquille O'Neal doubted that J.J. Redick was the right fit for the Lakers
The 40-year-old former NBA player is making his head coaching debut.
"You have LeBron's respect, but what about the other guys? It will be a challenge. I'm not sure I could play for a guy who I played against just four or five years ago.
I have nothing against JJ, but I think Sam Cassell should be in the running," Shaq said.
Cassell, 54, played in the NBA from 1993 to 2008. He became a two-time champion with Houston and won another title with Boston. He has worked as an assistant for Washington, the Clippers, Philadelphia, and last season was a member of the Celtics coaching staff.
The 40-year-old former NBA player is making his head coaching debut.
"You have LeBron's respect, but what about the other guys? It will be a challenge. I'm not sure I could play for a guy who I played against just four or five years ago.
I have nothing against JJ, but I think Sam Cassell should be in the running," Shaq said.
Cassell, 54, played in the NBA from 1993 to 2008. He became a two-time champion with Houston and won another title with Boston. He has worked as an assistant for Washington, the Clippers, Philadelphia, and last season was a member of the Celtics coaching staff.
The East's underdog will try to lure Jimmy Butler to its side
‘Brooklyn will try to lure Jimmy Butler to the club next summer when he becomes a free agent.
It is noted that 34-year-old Butler likes the option of joining the New York club.
Jimmy failed to agree with the Heat on a contract extension. For the 24/25 season, he will earn $48.8 million, and in the summer of 2025, he can enter the market through a player option.
‘Brooklyn will try to lure Jimmy Butler to the club next summer when he becomes a free agent.
It is noted that 34-year-old Butler likes the option of joining the New York club.
Jimmy failed to agree with the Heat on a contract extension. For the 24/25 season, he will earn $48.8 million, and in the summer of 2025, he can enter the market through a player option.
“He made a very immature comment.” Paul George spoke harshly of Anthony Edwards
Philadelphia Sixers forward Paul George is critical of the words of Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards, who said that Michael Jordan was “the only one who really had skill” when he won his titles in the 1990s.
“I think it's disrespectful to the game, a very immature comment. Of course, Anthony Edwards is very talented and will continue to develop his talent. But we owe the current state and growth of basketball to those who have done it before, and we have to give them credit,” George said.
Earlier, Edwards received criticism from NBA legends of the past decades Magic Johnson, Kevin Garnett, Dennis Rodman and others.
Philadelphia Sixers forward Paul George is critical of the words of Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards, who said that Michael Jordan was “the only one who really had skill” when he won his titles in the 1990s.
“I think it's disrespectful to the game, a very immature comment. Of course, Anthony Edwards is very talented and will continue to develop his talent. But we owe the current state and growth of basketball to those who have done it before, and we have to give them credit,” George said.
Earlier, Edwards received criticism from NBA legends of the past decades Magic Johnson, Kevin Garnett, Dennis Rodman and others.
Former Golden State player on his addiction: “I could have easily died”
Former Sacramento Kings, Golden State Warriors and Dallas Mavericks center Willie Cauley-Stein spoke about his problems with drug addiction.
“I could have easily died. So the joy you saw in the media is different from the reality. I know what bullet I really dodged. I asked for help before it was too late, and I got better, but it was much harder to get back to basketball.
Former Sacramento Kings, Golden State Warriors and Dallas Mavericks center Willie Cauley-Stein spoke about his problems with drug addiction.
“I could have easily died. So the joy you saw in the media is different from the reality. I know what bullet I really dodged. I asked for help before it was too late, and I got better, but it was much harder to get back to basketball.
The two-time NBA champion pleaded guilty to illegal possession of weapons
NBA champion Rajon Rondo of the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers has appeared in court and pleaded guilty to illegal possession of weapons.
Rondo was detained in January in southern Indiana when Jackson County police stopped him for a traffic violation. The police officer smelled marijuana in Reggie's car. A search revealed a gun and drug paraphernalia. Rondeau was taken to a jail in Jackson County, where he posted bail.
As part of the plea agreement, the charges of possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia were dropped. Rondeau was placed on probation for 180 days and avoided jail time.
NBA champion Rajon Rondo of the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers has appeared in court and pleaded guilty to illegal possession of weapons.
Rondo was detained in January in southern Indiana when Jackson County police stopped him for a traffic violation. The police officer smelled marijuana in Reggie's car. A search revealed a gun and drug paraphernalia. Rondeau was taken to a jail in Jackson County, where he posted bail.
As part of the plea agreement, the charges of possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia were dropped. Rondeau was placed on probation for 180 days and avoided jail time.
Shaquille O'Neal names two worst players in the NBA
NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal has named Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert and Brooklyn Nets forward Ben Simmons as the worst players in the league.
“The worst player in the NBA? Rudy Gobert. Ben Simmons is just another lazy guy. If you sign a contract for $250 million, then show me a $250 million game. I walk around funny, I can't turn my head because I played for my 120 million. And here are guys who got the system, got the money and can't play at all. I don't respect them. These are direct facts. Teachers, firefighters, doctors have real jobs, but they get nothing,” O'Neill said.
NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal has named Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert and Brooklyn Nets forward Ben Simmons as the worst players in the league.
“The worst player in the NBA? Rudy Gobert. Ben Simmons is just another lazy guy. If you sign a contract for $250 million, then show me a $250 million game. I walk around funny, I can't turn my head because I played for my 120 million. And here are guys who got the system, got the money and can't play at all. I don't respect them. These are direct facts. Teachers, firefighters, doctors have real jobs, but they get nothing,” O'Neill said.