Darko Rajakovic: It’s unique to have a franchise player like Scottie who prides himself as defense-first

Steve Kerr, the head coach of the Golden State Warriors, agreed with the NBA’s decision to penalize Draymond Green for hitting Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic in the head. Kerr addressed the suspension for the first time before the game against the Los Angeles Clippers, acknowledging that the league considered…

The New York Knicks have extended Tom Thibodeau’s contract through the 2027-2028 season. NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski confirmed the three-year extension via X. Thibodeau, a two-time NBA Coach of the Year, has guided the Knicks to consecutive conference semifinal appearances. ESPN Sources: New York Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau has agreed…

Photo: Boston Celtics/Twitter Apparently, the Boston Celtics didn’t like a significant move by a fellow Eastern Conference team to intensify their arch nemesis for the NBA title this season. Heavy’s Sean Deaveney revealed a key info from an anonymous Eastern Conference executive that the Celtics aren’t pleased on how the…

The Memphis Grizzlies recently signed center Jay Huff to a two-way contract. In a related move, the Grizzlies waived center Trey Jemison. Huff (7-1, 240) has competed in 31 games as a reserve over three seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, Washington Wizards and Denver Nuggets and has averaged 2.4…

New Orleans Pelicans two-way guard Brandon Boston Jr. was recently asked where he’s made the most progression since his rookie year. (via New Orleans Pelicans): “I would just say probably efficiency, and my defense for sure. Just being in the right spots, being physical, and going out there and playing…

Indiana Pacers wing Ben Sheppard recently shared insights about his injury and recovery in an exclusive interview with Spencer Davies of RG. Continue reading Ben Sheppard opens up about his injury and journey back to court at TalkBasket.net. Check out our Latest News and Follow us at Facebook Original Source