Partizan confirms departure of Kevin Punter

Photo: New York Knicks/Twitter The New York Knicks shooting guard Immanuel Quickley refused to use his career-high 55 minutes in the double-overtime win Sunday at Boston as an excuse for his shooting woes the past two games.  “No, I don’t think so, and I never think that really missing shots…

Bulls assistant Maurice Cheeks is anticipated to transition from his current full-time, on-bench position under Billy Donovan’s staff. However, Cheeks may still continue with the team in a different capacity under Donovan. Additionally, assistant coach Chris Fleming is no longer part of the staff as Chicago and Donovan make adjustments….

Former Duke Blue Devil Jared McCain wants to show NBA teams that he can do more than just shoot the basketball. (via Portland Trail Blazers): Brooke Olzendam: “What are some of the things you want to showcase that you know you’re talented at that you’re proud of?” McCain: “Just showcasing…

For three decades we’ve covered many amazing basketball characters, but some stand above the rest—not only because of their on-court skills (though those are always relevant), but because of how they influenced and continue to influence basketball culture, and thus influenced SLAM. Meanwhile, SLAM has also changed those players’ lives…

Joel Embiid has faced criticism for appearing out of shape and disinterested while competing with Team USA in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Former player and coach Sam Mitchell has publicly condemned Embiid’s lack of effort, noting that the 2023 NBA MVP chose Team USA over Cameroon and France. Mitchell expressed…

The Cleveland Cavaliers came into the 2022-23 campaign with the intention of joining the League-wide three-point shooting revolution. Through the first six games of the young season, Cleveland ranks first in three-point accuracy and fourth in made triples per game. Nearly 40 percent of Cleveland’s total points have come from…