Cooper Flagg says ankle is pain-free

Photo: Yardbarker.com Former NBA player and current ESPN analyst Jalen Rose tweeted a video demanding people stop using Mount Rushmore as a measuring stick for greatness. “Let’s stop using the term Mount Rushmore when we talking about our favorite rappers, when we talking about our favorite movies, we talking about…

In a jaw-dropping display of scoring mastery, Joel Embiid erupted for a franchise-record 70 points, leading the Philadelphia 76ers (29-13) to a thrilling 133-123 victory over the San Antonio Spurs (8-35) on Monday night. Embiid’s remarkable performance included shooting 24 of 41 from the field, making 21 of 23 free…

Photo: Denver Nuggets/Twitter Denver Nuggets rookie Hunter Tyson told the media that he has a number of different pro ready attributes/is willing to accept any role. (via Denver Nuggets): “My competitiveness and ability to stretch the floor and just play hard every possession, I think that will translate to the…

NBA icon Paul Pierce has voiced his disappointment over the omission of Indiana Fever rookie sensation Caitlin Clark from Team USA’s Olympic roster, labeling it a mistake. During an episode of Undisputed, Pierce criticized the decision, emphasizing the significance of Clark’s presence in elevating the women’s game. “You claim you…

Free agency has been underway for nearly three weeks, and Goran Dragic told Slovenian newspaper Vecer that the Dallas Mavericks offered him a contract. However, Dragic declined to sign the offer because Dallas offered him a limited role. Per Dragic, the Mavs couldn’t provide him sufficient playing time, and he…

Photo: Peter Baba The Milwaukee Bucks have received permission to interview the Phoenix Suns associate head coach Kevin Young for the franchise’s coaching job. Young is also a candidate with Toronto and is expected to interview with the Suns for the new opening there. The Milwaukee Bucks have received permission…