Joe Mazzulla: “The guys stuck together”

Here’s Indiana Pacers point guard TJ McConnell discussing the difficulty of guarding New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson following Monday’s 121-117 Eastern Conference Semifinal Game 1 road loss (43 points/6 rebounds/6 assists/1 block/14-26 FG/1-4 3-PT/14-14 FT/+12 +/-). (via Indiana Pacers): “Just as elite of a one-on-one player as there is….

Former NBA star Jason Richardson, known for his incredible dunking ability, has identified a potential successor to Vince Carter. Richardson made the revelation during an interview on Scoop B Radio with NBA insider Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson. When asked if the NBA could see another high-flying player like Carter, Richardson…

Veteran big man Daniel Theis is eyeing to make his 2022-23 season debut next week for the Indiana Pacers, per Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files. Theis has been ruled out indefinitely for the Pacers back in November after taking a surgery to address his right knee soreness. The German big…

Detroit Pistons head coach Monty Williams discussed the all-around skillset of Simone Fontecchio after Tuesday’s 118-110 road loss vs. the Miami Heat (22 points/4 rebounds/2 assists/1 steal/7-16 FG/5-12 3-PT/3-3 FT). (via Bally Sports Detroit): James L. Edwards III: “Simone played the entire fourth quarter, obviously had the hot hand tonight….

Trey Murphy III has reached an agreement with the New Orleans Pelicans on a substantial four-year contract extension worth $112 million. Notably, Murphy’s new deal does not include any performance incentives or player options, indicating the team’s strong commitment to him. Selected as the 17th overall pick in the 2021…

Photo: Utah Jazz/Twitter During Anadolu Efes’ media day, new head coach Erdem Can discussed various topics, including his signing with the Istanbul team, the new squad, and his aspirations for the NBA. He expressed his honor at receiving an offer from Anadolu Efes, aligning with his career ambitions. “I have…