Dink Pate is Ready to Make History and Become the First Drafted Out of Mexico

This story appears in the second edition of WSLAM 2. Get your copy here. As Becky Hammon watched the curtain drop to unveil her No. 25 jersey immortalized in the rafters of the Michelob ULTRA Arena last September, not once did it cross her mind that she would be named…

Photo: Golden State Warriors/Twitter Four-time NBA champion Andre Iguodala recently shared amusing insights into his efforts to motivate Jordan Poole to elevate his defensive game during their time as teammates. Poole, who was traded to the Washington Wizards in the Chris Paul trade earlier this offseason, had become a key…

On Wednesday, the NBA announced that New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson was named the 2024-25 Clutch Player of the Year. The award embodies a player who delivered when the lights shined the brightest and came through late in close games. Brunson joins De’Aaron Fox and Stephen Curry as the…

Kawhi Leonard, the Los Angeles Clippers superstar, will not make his Team USA debut at the 2024 Paris Olympics, despite ramping up his preparation in recent weeks. USA Basketball confirmed Leonard’s withdrawal, stating that while he felt ready to compete, both he and the Clippers decided it was best for…

Tyrese Maxey is expected to be sidelined for multiple weeks after sustaining a right hamstring injury. Known for his resilience and ability to play through pain, Maxey has consistently shown durability in his career. However, the Philadelphia 76ers have chosen a more cautious approach this time, prioritizing his long-term health…

Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero has taken a liking to the atmosphere/playstyle of postseason basketball (averaging 24.8 PPG/7.2 RPG/4.4 APG/48.5% FG/37.9% 3-PT/71.4% FT in five games vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers). (via Orlando Magic): Reporter: “I know how seriously you take all of this, but what have you enjoyed most about…