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Following a pivotal moment in Game 3 of the NBA Finals, Kyrie Irving offered words of encouragement to teammate Luka Doncic after he fouled out.

As the Mavericks faced a crucial juncture in the game, Doncic fouled out with just four minutes remaining in the fourth quarter, leaving his team trailing by a narrow margin.

Irving, who delivered a 35-point performance for the Mavericks, was asked about his reaction to Doncic’s departure from the game.

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As the Los Angeles Lakers continue their search for a new head coach, James Borrego, currently an associate head coach with the New Orleans Pelicans, is reportedly the top contender for the position.

According to insights from Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports, Borrego has emerged as the frontrunner in the Lakers’ coaching search, despite the team’s recent failed pursuit of UConn head coach Dan Hurley.

While former player JJ Redick was previously rumored as a top candidate, Borrego’s candidacy has gained momentum in recent discussions within the league.

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Basketball icon Jerry West has passed away at the age of 86, prompting heartfelt tributes from NBA legends Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and NBA Commissioner Adam Silver.

Jordan expressed his admiration and regret at not being West’s teammate, stating, “I always wished I could have played against him as a competitor, but the more I came to know him, I wish I had been his teammate.”

Michael Jordan pays his respects to Jerry West ❤️ pic.twitter.com/C5hg5HRBfs

— The Sporting News (@sportingnews) June 12, 2024

“I am so deeply saddened at the news of Jerry’s passing.

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Jerry West has died at the age of 86. West played for the Los Angeles Lakers from 1960 to 1974, earning 10 All-NBA First Team selections and two All-NBA Second Team honors.

He was named to the NBA’s 35th, 50th, and 75th-anniversary teams. West secured eight championships in his executive career, six with the Lakers as the main decision-maker and two more as a consultant with the Golden State Warriors.

Jerry West Passes Away At 86 https://t.co/69Zpt9S3Xn

— RealGM (@RealGM) June 12, 2024

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Sportscasting.com has gathered and analyzed the data to examine Caitlin Clark’s effect on WNBA attendance.

Caitlin Clark has accounted for 33.5% of total WNBA attendance in 2024

 Total Attendance# of GamesAverage AttendanceCaitlin Clark Games203,9911315,691.6All Other WNBA Games405,203537,645.3WNBA Total609,194669,230.21

In just 13 games, Clark and the Fever have accounted for 33.5% of the WNBA’s total attendance. About 609,194 fans have attended a WNBA game this season, and according to the league, attendance numbers are higher than they’ve been at this juncture in 26 years.

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Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving believes that former teammate Jaylen Brown has looked solid on both ends so far for the Boston Celtics during the NBA Finals, especially defensively (BOS leads series 2-0).

(via Dallas Mavericks):

Tim Bontemps: “Obviously Boston has a bunch of guys they can throw at you defensively, but you spent a lot of time with Jaylen Brown, he’s talked a lot this year about the pride he’s taken in improving as a defensive player.

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NBA insider Shams Charania has offered insights into the ongoing head coaching search for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Following UConn’s Dan Hurley’s rejection of the Lakers’ offer, Charania discussed the situation on The Pat McAfee Show.

Charania addressed the concerns of other potential candidates, including JJ Redick and James Borrego, who may feel overshadowed by Hurley’s massive deal offer.

He highlighted the uncertainty surrounding the Lakers’ coaching selection process and the impact it may have on candidates’ perceptions.

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Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. has taken a common sense stand against men participating in women’s sports.

“The best woman to ever play could go in the NBA right now and it would be over for her. The worst NBA player… it could be a college basketball player and they go to the WNBA and they average 40 [points per game],” Porter said on FULL SEND PODCAST.

Porter highlighted the obvious physical advantages men have over women, stating “Most women can’t compete with men and I don’t think men should be able to transition and play with women.

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The head coaching vacancy with the Cleveland Cavaliers is generating more interest compared to the Los Angeles Lakers’ coaching position.

After UConn’s Dan Hurley declined the Lakers’ lucrative offer, attention has shifted to candidates such as James Borrego and JJ Redick.

NBA insider Brian Windhorst asserts that the Cavaliers job holds greater appeal.

“For many people in the NBA, I think they would think that the Cavs job is more attractive [than the Lakers]… Number one and the most important reason is that the Cavs roster is better,” Windhorst explained on ESPN Cleveland.

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Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving has faced challenges in the NBA Finals, notably struggling in the first two games against his former team, the Boston Celtics.

Irving’s performance has fallen below expectations, shooting at 35.1% from the field and averaging 14 points per game.

With the Mavericks trailing 0-2 in the series, Irving addressed his struggles ahead of Game 3 in Dallas.

Acknowledging his subpar performance, Irving emphasized his desire to play well for his teammates.

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