Marcus Morris Sr. on Evan Mobley: “I really like him at the 5”

Patience.  That’s the word Taiyanna Jackson uses when asked to describe how she’s gone from playing at Trinity Valley Community College to becoming the No. 2 shot blocker in the country at Kansas. The Jayhawk has always known that her time is coming, but it’s also been a journey to…

Photo: nbcsports.com The president of the Russian basketball federation Andrei Kirilenko discussed various topics with Mozzart Sport, including the simplicity of his playing career compared to his current job, via Eurohoops: “It’s easier to be a basketball player. Of course, you work hard every day and keep ready. It’s demanding….

The Detroit Pistons are exploring trade options for fourth-year point guard Killian Hayes, with the February 8 deadline looming, as reported by Omari Sankofa II of Detroit Free Press. According to Sankofa, a source revealed, “Killian Hayes’ camp would prefer the fourth-year point guard land with a new team, and…

Photo: Orlando Magic/X Rookie Anthony Black thinks that the 2023-24 Orlando Magic roster is built for defensive success.  (via Orlando Magic): “We have a lot of length, a lot of athletes, and a lot of good guard defenders. So I feel like as long as we get the concepts down…

Photo: New York Knicks/Twitter According to SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley, the New York Knicks and power forward Obi Toppin could work together to find a trade partner if he doesn’t have a role on the team next season. “My understanding of the Toppin situation is this: if the Knicks…

Photo: KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV/AFP via Getty Images WNBA player Brittney Griner was convicted of deliberately smuggling drugs into Russia and sentenced to nine years of jail time on Thursday. After the news, UFC commentator, actor and podcast host, Joe Rogan, had some words about the Brittney Griner situation: Check out our…