The Brooklyn Nets had a rough outing in the 2023-24 NBA season. They missed the playoffs with a 32-50 record on the year. Away games were the team’s kryptonite, as they went 12-29 on the road while finishing 20-21 at home. In games against their conference, the Nets posted a 24-28 record. Unfortunately the team ended their season on a sour note with a 107-86 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. Before that, the Nets lost to the New York Knicks 111-107 in Madison Square Garden. Despite the rough season, there is a bright spot for the Brooklyn Nets moving forward.…
Author: Chris Grullon
The Boston Celtics are one of the most successful teams in the NBA. Consistently, they have been making deep playoff runs and competing for championships. This season, they became the number one seed in the NBA with a record of 64-18. Against the conference, the Celtics soared with 41-11. The team was a dominant force at home, with a 37-4 record. On the road, the top-seeded team had a solid 27-14 record. Despite opening the NBA playoffs with a win in Game 1 against the Miami Heat, the Celtics were upset in Game 2. Boston Celtics Lose to Heat in…
The New York Giants are beefing up their defensive line. Big Blue is coming off another disappointing season, finishing 6-11 in 2023. Also, after a Christmas Day loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, the New York Giants were eliminated from playoff contention. A poor offensive line and injury bugs plagued the team throughout the season. Also, the Giants lost starting quarterback Daniel Jones to a Torn ACL in a week nine loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. The 2023 season was the second year for the team under coach Brian Daboll. However, the Giants did end their season with a 27-10 win…
Giannis Antetokounmpo will miss the last three games of the 2023-24 NBA season and receive daily treatment for a calf strain. The team announced that he will also receive an evaluation of his calf. The Bucks are coming off a 117-99 victory against the Orlando Magic. The team is 49-31 and holds second place in the Eastern Conference. The Bucks standout left the game after sustaining the injury Tuesday night when the Bucks were playing on their home court. What Happened to Giannis Antetokounmpo? The Bucks standout left the team’s 104-91 win on Tuesday night after a non-contact leg injury…
Ja Morant, Memphis Grizzlies star guard, was defending himself when he punched a teenager, per a Tennessee judge. The incident was stemming from an altercation in 2022. ESPN’s Baxter Holmes notes the court filing and Judge Carol Cumney’s ruling on Ja Morant. The ruling comes after a December 2023 civil immunity hearing, during which Morant testified that he was acting in self-defense. Ja Morant received a 25-game suspension for conduct deemed detrimental to the league, as a video showed him holding a firearm. Morant also had an eight-game suspension for carrying a gun at a nightclub. Ja Morant Incident in…
Klay Thompson has spent his entire career as a guard with the Golden State Warriors. The Dubs drafted him with the No. 11 pick in 2011. Since then, the star guard has won four titles and made five All-star teams. Klay Thompson also endured an ACL and Achilles tear, costing him the 2020-21 and 2021-22 seasons. Who knows if Thompson could play for another team? He and Golden State have been unable to reach a contract extension. Klay Thompson is under his 5-year max, which he signed in 2019, and he will be an unrestricted free agent this year. What…
Devin Carter, Providence Friars standout and Big East player of the year will declare for the 2024 NBA Draft. He will forgo his senior year and move on to the next chapter of his basketball journey. In speaking with 12 Sports, Carter said, “It was really difficult.” I feel like, at this point in my life career, that it was the best decision.” Devin Carter and His Providence Friars Basketball Background The Providence Friars guard posted on social media to express his gratitude and appreciation for Friartown. “After a lot of reflection and discussions with those closest to me, I’ve…
Donte DiVincenzo hit a franchise record 11 3-pointers Monday night against the Detroit Pistons. The Knicks guard scored a career-high 40 points in a Knicks rout of Detroit. Evan Fournier, an ex-Knicks player, matched up with DiVincenzo for most of the second half. The Knicks remain fourth in the Eastern Conference, just slightly behind the Cleveland Cavaliers. New York is currently 43-28. Additionally, the Knicks defeated the reeling Pistons in a blowout 124-99. Donte DiVincenzo Performance Monday Night DiVincenzo broke the record set by former guard and NBA champion J.R. Smith on April 6, 2014. He made a presuming 10th…
OG Anunoby (elbow), a Knicks standout, will miss another game against the Detroit Pistons on Monday night. This will be the fourth straight absence on the court. Anunoby experienced soreness in his elbow on March 14 against the Portland Trail Blazers. Despite the soreness, Anunoby continued playing and finished the game. Afterward, he flew back to New York to have an MRI. Anunoby is a huge difference-maker for the Knicks, and the team’s ability to stay healthy will be a factor in their playoff hopes. New York is a defensively lethal team when OG Anunoby is on the floor; he…
The New York Knicks are closing in on 50 wins for the first time since 2012-13. Additionally, they are pushing upward in the Eastern Conference. Their defensive tenacity and success have rekindled fond memories of past Knicks eras. The Team holds a 41-27 record and is fourth in the Eastern Conference. If the playoffs were to start today, the Knicks would face the fifth-seeded Orlando Magic. However, it is worth noting that the standings can change quickly. New York has become a serious contender for a deep playoff run. Furthermore, individual standouts such as Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, OG Anunoby,…
The Warriors lost to the New York Knicks 119-112, causing them to fall back to 10th place. Meanwhile, they had beaten the Los Angeles Lakers a few nights ago. Afterward, the Lakers blew out the Atlanta Hawks to get things done. The Golden State Warriors and the Los Angeles Lakers might be playing cat and mouse with the 9th and 10th seeds. Depending on their play, both teams may get up to the 7th/8th bracket. Golden State is behind the Lakers by two games. However, both teams have 32 losses for the season. Golden State’s hopes rest on luck being…
Zach Wilson, the New York Jets quarterback, is having trouble finding a new team after getting permission to seek a trade. With consecutive losing seasons, there’s pressure on the Jets management to get things going. New York wants to move on from Zach Wilson, but chances look very bleak at the moment. Unlike Wilson, Mac Jones and Justin Fields are onto new teams. Zach Wilson’s stint with the New York Jets has been awful. His struggles stem from his lousy quarterback play, injuries, benching, and apparent skepticism of his leadership. The trade value for the BYU product has been a…
Taj Gibson, a veteran forward, is signing a new deal with the Detroit Pistons. The move will keep him on the team for the rest of the season. In early January, the New York Knicks waived Gibson, and he joined Detroit on a 10-day contract. The veteran forward is in his 15th season as a professional NBA player. In 2009, Taj Gibson was a first-round pick for the Chicago Bulls and spent his first 8 seasons there. His career averages are 8.6 points and 5.8 rebounds per game. Gibson has played for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Minnesota Timberwolves, Washington Wizards,…
CJ Mosley and the New York Jets have agreed to a new two-year deal worth $17.25 million, keeping the star linebacker through 2025. The agreement helps give New York more salary cap space in free agency. Under his previous contract, CJ Mosley was eligible for $17 million in non-guaranteed base pay. The new deal frees about $8 million while giving Mosley more security and another tenure with the New York Jets. The new agreement comes with $13.25 million in guaranteed, with $9 million fully guaranteed this coming season. CJ Mosley began his NFL career with the Baltimore Ravens before coming…
The New York Knicks are coming off an impressive 103-95 victory against the Portland Trail Blazers last night. Jalen Brunson scored 45 points, making it hard for the Blazers to overcome despite their hard play. New York has a 39-27 record and is in fourth place in the Eastern Conference. The Knicks will play the Sacramento Kings tomorrow night on the road. The Kings dominated the Los Angeles Lakers 120-107 on Wednesday night. The New York Knicks must beat the Kings as they emerge as one of the top teams in the NBA. How New York Knicks Can Beat The…
Deshaun Watson is back in the fold for the Browns after his season-ending injury in Week 9. After a crazy season in which the five different Quarterbacks started for the team, the focus is returning to their significant acquisition. Despite missing Watson, the Browns made the postseason with ex-Ravens Quarterback and Super Bowl champion Joe Flacco. At the NFL Combine on Tuesday, Browns General Manager Andrew Berry shared that Deshaun Watson will begin throwing in March. Deshaun Watson Recovery Update The news is a massive step for Deshaun Watson’s recovery. “Deshuan will begin throwing next month, ” Berry said. “He’s…
