Raptors Rest Quickley and Poeltl as They Face the Nets

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1yonFV" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1yonFV.jpg"/> <p> TheToronto Raptors' consistent schedule for rest days remains unaltered for Sunday. </p> <p> Immanuel Quickley and Jakob Poeltl will sit out the game against the Brooklyn Nets, with their teammates Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, and Ulrich Chomche also sidelined, according to DIWIDA News’s Blake Murphy who reported this news on Saturday. </p> <p> Dick, 21, was eliminated for the rest of the season On Friday, he was sidelined because of a bruised right knee that he injured on March 2 against the Orlando Magic. The player selected as the 13th overall pick last year has already been out for the Raptors' past 17 games due to an injury. </p> <p> Since March 7, Poeltl and Quickley have taken turns resting every alternate game, switching off with RJ Barrett and most recently with Ochai Agbaji. </p> <div class="instagram-twitter-container"> <div class="br-instagram_twitter_embeds__cont"> <div class="br-instagram_twitter_embeds br-body twitter"> <div> <span data-embed-id="49a0f6e1af0b4d56af30ec5a9aad41de" data-embed-type="social-auto"> </span> </div> </div> </div> </div> <p> Quickley, who is 25 years old, has appeared in just 32 games this season because of multiple injuries. This is his debut season with Toronto, where he is scoring an average of 17.4 points, grabbing 3.6 rebounds, and providing 5.9 assists per game. </p> <p> Poeltl, who is 29 years old, is experiencing a standout season statistically, with career-best averages of 14.5 points, 9.6 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.2 blocks per game. </p> <p> Tune into the Raptors-Nets match-up this Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time / 12:30 p.m. Pacific Time on DIWIDA News |ONE or DIWIDA News |+. </p>

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TheToronto Raptors' consistent schedule for rest days remains unaltered for Sunday. Immanuel Quickley and Jakob Poeltl will sit out the game against the Brooklyn Nets, with their teammates Brandon …

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Celtics Shatter NBA Season 3-Point Record in Victory Over Suns

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CkxKA" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CkxKA.jpg"/> <p> BOSTON — Jaylen Brown contributed 31 points and made three long-range shots as the Boston Celtics shattered the NBA’s single-season record for three-pointers with their commanding 123-103 win against the Phoenix Suns on Friday (Saturday morning in Manila). </p> <p> Boston hit 14 out of 39 three-point attempts, raising their season tally to 1,370. This surpassed the former record set by Golden State, which had 1,363 during the 2022-23 season. Following the end of their nine-game win streak in their last match, the Celtics cruised to this victory. </p> <p> Jayson Tatum contributed with 23 points, along with eight rebounds and eight assists. Before leaving for the locker room early in the last quarter, holding a towel against his nose after being struck by an elbow from Phoenix’s Cody Martin during a drive towards the hoop, Kristaps Porzingis scored 15 points. </p> <p> Porzingis lifted his hands above his head and gestured to the audience as he made his way towards the exit. He later rejoined the bench with an injury that needed stitching, according to the team’s statement. </p> <p> Devin Booker topped the scoring for the Suns with 37 points. The team from Phoenix has now suffered five consecutive losses. </p> <p> Early in the second quarter, Boston took a lead of over ten points thanks to Payton Pritchard's three-point shot. They extended this advantage to twenty points halfway through the period and went into halftime with a fourteen-point lead. </p> <p> In Phoenix, Boston defeated the Suns by 30 points as part of their successful 6-0 road trip slightly more than a week back. </p> <p> The Wizards: Bradley Beal came back after sitting out eight games due to a hamstring injury. However, he seemed off his game, scoring zero points despite attempting seven shots—including three from beyond the arc—and making only one of his two foul shots over the course of 30 minutes. ... Meanwhile, Kevin Durant missed another consecutive game because of an ankle issue. </p> <p> The Celtics: Occasionally, Tatum, Brown, and Porzingis appear capable of taking turns putting points on the board against particular teams. Pritchard made a left-wing shot at the 8-minute mark of the second quarter, setting a new franchise record with their 1,364th three-point field goal in NBA history. </p> <p> In the second half, the Celtics’ lead never dropped to single digits. </p> <p> On Sunday, the Suns will play against the Knicks, and the Celtics will host the Wizards that evening. AP </p>

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BOSTON — Jaylen Brown contributed 31 points and made three long-range shots as the Boston Celtics shattered the NBA’s single-season record for three-pointers with their commanding 123-103 win agains…

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LaVar Arrington II: Walking in His Father's Footsteps

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/video/AA1Cbzfb" data-reference="video"/> <p> UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (WTAJ) — During the late '90s, LaVar Arrington excelled as an All-American linebacker for Penn State University. His exceptional skills earned him induction into the College Football Hall of Fame and solidified his status as the embodiment of Penn State’s iconic No. 11 player. Continuing this legacy within the same lineage, his son, also named LaVar Arrington II, carries forward the revered tradition this season. </p> <p> He has quite a bit on his plate. We're relying on him to handle a significant defensive role for our team and also contribute extensively to special teams," explained special teams coordinator Justin Lustig. "He's developing, as expected. However, clearly you can observe his athletic ability, physical attributes, stature, and all those qualities that everyone notices. </p> <p> Throughout the initial week of spring practice, Arrington hasn't gone unnoticed. His physique has drawn attention online, and his play has left an impression on his fellow team members. </p> <p> His potential is significant due to his many innate talents," explained defensive tackle Zane Durant. "Even without extensive coaching and joining a new Division I team, he possesses plenty of unrefined yet standout skills. Moreover, his understanding of the game stands out; he seems naturally attuned to the ball's position almost effortlessly. </p> <p> “He’s acquiring defensive skills. He’s understanding how to become a college athlete,” stated Associate Head Coach Terry Smith. “However, he possesses an impressive level of talent and athletic ability. Therefore, we are enthusiastic about his potential contributions in the coming years.” </p> <p> Number 11 is designated for Penn State’s premier linebacker position. The previous players who wore this number—Micah Parsons and Abdul Carter—left some large footwear for the incoming freshman linebacker to follow. </p> <i> Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This content must not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. </i> <p> To get the most recent updates on news, weather, sports, and live videos, visit WTAJ - www.wtaj.com. </p>

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Northwestern Men’s Basketball: Kris Korver Steps Down After 25 Years; Colton Kooima Named New Head Coach

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BNQJk" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BNQJk.jpg"/> <p> ORANGE CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — After 25 seasons leading the Northwestern men’s basketball team, Coach Kris Korver has decided to step down. The leadership of the program will now transition to Colton Kooima and Ben Miller. </p> <p> During his time as the head coach of the Red Raiders, Korver amassed 574 victories, including two NAIA Division II national championships and 19 appearances in the NAIA Tournament. This alumnus from the class of 1992 at Northwestern led the team to six GPAC Tournament titles. </p> <p> Colton Kooima has been appointed as the ninth head coach of the men’s basketball team at Northwestern University. He returns to his roots in Orange City following his role as the head assistant coach at Augustana College. During his playing days, he was named to the NAIA First Team twice and amassed an impressive total of 2,441 career points with the Red Raiders, placing him third on their all-time scoring list. </p> <p> Ben Miller has transitioned into the role of associate head coach. He was inducted into the Northwestern Athletics Hall of Fame in 2021 after concluding his playing days in Orange City, where he earned three NAIA All-American recognitions and received the 2013 GPAC Player of the Year accolade. </p> <i> Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This content must not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. </i> <p> To stay updated with the most recent news, weather forecasts, sports updates, and live streams, visit SiouxlandProud | Sioux City, IA | News, Weather, and Sports. </p>

Northwestern Men’s Basketball: Kris Korver Steps Down After 25 Years; Colton Kooima Named New Head Coach

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ORANGE CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — After 25 seasons leading the Northwestern men’s basketball team, Coach Kris Korver has decided to step down. The leadership of the program will now transition to Colton Ko…

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Nikola Jokic Catat 61 Poin dan Buat Sejarah dengan Triple-Double di NBA untuk Denver Nuggets

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CbEDG" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CbEDG.jpg"/> <p> <span> <b> DIWIDA </b> </span> , <span> <b> Jakarta </b> </span> - Bintang Denver Nuggets Nikola Jokic mencetak 61 poin yang merupakan rekor tertinggi dalam kariernya, dan membukukan triple-double bersejarah dengan tambahan 10 rebound dan 10 assist pada kekalahannya melawan Minnesota Timberwolves dengan skor 139-140, pada hari Rabu, tanggal 2 April 2026. </p> <p> Catatan itu membuatnya menjadi pemain teratas. triple-double tertinggi dalam catatan sejarah NBA, mengalahkan rekornya Luka Doncic (27 Desember 2022) serta James Harden (30 Januari 2018), keduanya pernah menyabet 60 angka pada saat meraih triple-double. </p> <p> Pelatih tim Nuggets, Michael Malone, tak dapat menahan keterkejutannya atas penampilan fantastis salah satu punggawanya itu. Menurutnya, "Dia layaknya sosok Superman," demikian kata Malone dilansir dari situs resmi NBA. "Ia berada pada tingkat yang unik. Beberapa orang mungkin meremehkan kemampuan atletisasinya, namun jarang ada pemain lain yang sanggup melaksanakan hal-hal serupa di dalam pertandingan." </p> <p> Jokic, yang sedang mengarungi musim luar biasa, saat ini memiliki kesempatan untuk menjadi pemain pertama dalam sejarah NBA yang menyelesaikan musim dengan posisi tiga teratas di empat kategori: poin, rebound, assist, dan steal. </p> <p> Sebelum pertarungan ini, catatan skor terbaik sepanjang karirnya adalah 56 angka ketika bermain melawan Washington Wizards pada tanggal 7 Desember kemarin. </p> <p> Pada saat yang sama, catatan skor tertinggi dalam sejarah tim Nuggets tetap dimiliki oleh David Thompson yaitu 73 angka pada tanggal 9 April 1978. </p> <p> Penghargaan untuk kemampuannya juga diberikan oleh bintang Minnesota Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards, yang tak segan-segan memuji Jokic pasca pertandingan. "Mungkin Nikola Jokic adalah salah satu pemain sepak bola terbaik yang pernah aku saksikan secara langsung, selain diriku tentunya," kata Edwards sembari tersenyum setelah menyumbangkan 34 poin dan 10 rebound pada laga tersebut. "Ia benar-benar hebat. Perlombaan untuk gelar MVP tahun ini sungguh panas, namun mencetak 60 angka itu luar biasa." </p> <p> Nuggets sayangnya harus menerima bahwa permainan ini semakin memperburuk catatan negatif tim melawan Timberwolves, yang sekarang sudah unggul 6 kali berturut-turut atas Denver, bahkan termasuk pada putaran playoff tahun kemarin. </p> <p> Dengan masih menyisakan enam laga dalam rangkaian musim reguler, Nuggets sekarang menempati urutan ketiga pada tabel klasemen wilayah barat, terpaut dua kali menang dibelakangi Houston Rockets yang menduduki peringkat kedua. </p> <p> Jokic dan kawan-kawannya perlu cepat memindahkan perhatian karena mereka akan bermain melawan San Antonio Spurs pada hari Kamis diDenver. </p>

Nikola Jokic Catat 61 Poin dan Buat Sejarah dengan Triple-Double di NBA untuk Denver Nuggets

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DIWIDA , Jakarta - Bintang Denver Nuggets Nikola Jokic mencetak 61 poin yang merupakan rekor tertinggi dalam kariernya, dan membukukan triple-double bersejarah dengan ta…

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Jimmy Butler se Encuentra de Nuevo con los Warriors en Miami contra el Heat

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1Bv4AN" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1Bv4AN.jpg"/> <p xmlns="http://iptc.org/std/NITF/2006-10-18/"> MIAMI (AP) — Jimmy Butler volverá por algunos días a Miami. </p> <p xmlns="http://iptc.org/std/NITF/2006-10-18/"> El horario de Golden State es bastante particular actualmente: los Warriors jugaron el sábado por la noche en Atlanta, arribaron a Miami alrededor de las dos de la madrugada del domingo, se enfrentarán al Heat el martes y luego abandonarán la ciudad hasta el jueves por la tarde, dado que su siguiente juego será recién el viernes en Nueva Orleans. </p> <p xmlns="http://iptc.org/std/NITF/2006-10-18/"> El juego del martes marcará la primera vez que Butler juegue en Miami desde que el Heat lo cambió a los Warriors a principios de febrero, concluyendo así una larga serie de meses durante las cuales demandó ser cambiado y fue suspendido tres veces por el Heat antes de poder cerrarse finalmente esa transacción. </p> <p xmlns="http://iptc.org/std/NITF/2006-10-18/"> Es otro partido para mí", expresó Butler ante los periodistas luego de la derrotada de Golden State en Atlanta el sábado por la noche. "Claro, es un encuentro del cual aspiramos a salir victoriosos. </p> <p xmlns="http://iptc.org/std/NITF/2006-10-18/"> Los Warriors tienen un récord de 16-3 con Butler en la alineación desde el traspaso. El Heat llega al partido del domingo contra Charlotte con una racha de diez derrotas consecutivas y un récord de 4-17 desde que Butler fue trasladado en un acuerdo que llevó a Andrew Wiggins a Miami. </p> <p xmlns="http://iptc.org/std/NITF/2006-10-18/"> El Heat, como ha hecho con muchos jugadores de calibre All-Star o campeones en sus primeros partidos de regreso en Miami como oponentes, pleanea un homenaje para agradecer a Butler por sus logros durante sus cinco años y medio con la franquicia. Miami llegó a las Finales de la NBA en dos ocasiones durante el tiempo de Butler con el equipo. </p> <p xmlns="http://iptc.org/std/NITF/2006-10-18/"> “Estuvo bien”, dijo Butler sobre sus años en Miami. “No ganamos como se suponía que debíamos. Hicimos algunas buenas rachas. Nos divertimos.” </p> <p xmlns="http://iptc.org/std/NITF/2006-10-18/"> Butler dejó una huella en Miami durante sus cinco años y medio: es el octavo en la historia del equipo en puntos, el octavo en asistencias, el octavo en robos, todo eso en solo 313 apariciones. Y en los playoffs, fue excepcional: en la historia del equipo han existido 18 encuentros en los que un jugador firma 40 o más puntos y Butler es responsable de ocho de ellos, incluyendo una noche récord de 56 unidades contra Milwaukee en los playoffs de 2023. </p> <p xmlns="http://iptc.org/std/NITF/2006-10-18/"> Dijo que ama a la afición de Miami —“me mostraron mucho amor mientras estuve allí”, comentó Butler—, pero señaló que ahora está con los Warriors, lo que significa que se presentará el martes para ganar porque ese es su trabajo. </p> <p xmlns="http://iptc.org/std/NITF/2006-10-18/"> “Fui intercambiado de allí. Sí, no terminó como la gente quería”, dijo Butler. “Pero eso ya quedó atrás, ni siquiera pienso en ello.” </p> <p xmlns="http://iptc.org/std/NITF/2006-10-18/"> ___ </p> <p xmlns="http://iptc.org/std/NITF/2006-10-18/"> Esta historia fue traducida del inglés por un editor de AP con la ayuda de una herramienta de inteligencia artificial generativa. </p>

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PBA Finals: Brownlee Hijacks RHJ's Coronation Night Showstopping Performance

<p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BpJWi" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BpJWi.jpg"/> </p> <p> Justin Brownlee concluded an outstanding display with a thumbs-up signal from the very finger that had been dislocated just two nights earlier, raising questions about whether he would be able to continue playing in the remainder of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup Finals. </p> <p> It was a decisive moment that represented new optimism for Barangay Ginebra, following their victory of 95-78 against TNT at the Ynares Center in Antipolo City last Friday evening. This win suggests they might finally triumph over TNT after coming up short in earlier championship battles. </p> <p> The moment they secured my thumb, I felt confident about playing," Brownlee stated following his performance of scoring 23 points, which helped the popular team tie the series at 2-2 and transform the championship match into a best-of-three contest. </p> <p> Brownlee was considered questionable for the game after sustaining an injury during Ginebra’s Game 3 loss.Coach Tim Cone mentioned that several alternatives were pondered, one of which involved replacing Brownlee with Ange Kouame, the naturalized player from Gilas Pilipinas. </p> <p> But then Justin mentioned, 'I believe I am able to play,'" stated Cone, showering accolades on the Ginebra medical team headed by their physiotherapist RC Cua. </p> <h2> Make-or-break </h2> <p> The early risers in this city were thrilled as Brownlee emerged onto the court around 90 minutes prior to the start of the game for some practice shots. To ensure stability, his right thumb was securely taped up so the support wouldn’t slip off during play. </p> <p> His presence alone energized both Ginebra and their loyal fans. In the crucial match, he went above and beyond what was expected. </p> <p> In the opening half, he managed to score 15 points, hitting 6 out of 7 attempts, helping Ginebra take a narrow lead at 53-49. However, TNT displayed remarkable resilience throughout the game, staying within striking distance during both the third quarter and initial minutes of the final period. It wasn’t until Jamie Malonzo made two key baskets late in play that things began tilting firmly towards one side again; this time bolstered further by contributions from Japeth Aguilar which helped extend their advantage. </p> <p> The outcome ruined TNT’s Rondae Hollis-Jefferson's evening as he was limited to just 14 points on 5-of-18 shooting following his pre-game recognition as the best import. Meanwhile, NorthPort’s Arvin Tolentino claimed the Best Player of the Conference honor. </p> <p> Hollis-Jefferson secured the prize for the top overseas player for the third consecutive time following his tally of 1,280 points, surpassing NorthPort’s Kadeem Jack who had 825 points, as well as Brownlee with 670 points and Rain or Shine’s Deon Thompson with 633 points. </p> <p> His victory placed the previous NBA player from the Brooklyn Nets in a tie with Brownlee and former Meralco import Allen Durham at second place on the all-time list, just behind the legendary Bobby Parks, who claimed the title seven times. This prestigious trophy was subsequently renamed after him as a tribute. </p> <p> On the evening when his mother, Rylana Hollis, came to see him play for the first time across the Pacific, the TNT Import emerged victorious. </p>

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NBA: Nuggets Field Healthier Squad Against Short-Handed Lakers

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1Be1Y1" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1Be1Y1.jpg"/> <p> While both the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers won their most recent games with impact players missing, only one is expected to have its stars back when the teams meet Wednesday in Los Angeles. </p> <p> The Lakers still are expected to be without LeBron James (groin) and Rui Hachimura (knee), but the Nuggets are likely to have Nikola Jokic (ankle, elbow) and Jamal Murray (ankle) on the court. </p> <p> Both Denver stars sat out on Monday against the Golden State Warriors, as did Christian Braun (foot), and the Nuggets still pulled off a 114-105 road victory over one of the NBA’s hottest teams. </p> <h4> READ: NBA: Austin Reaves, Luka Doncic guide Lakers past Spurs </h4> <p> While the debate rages on whether the Nuggets should have rested so much firepower for a nationally televised game, Nuggets head coach Michael Malone found a lot to like about the performance. </p> <p> “You don’t have the three-time MVP, who’s (scoring) 30 points a night. You don’t have Jamal Murray, who’s 20 points a night. You don’t have (Braun), who’s the No. 1 transition player in the league,” Malone said. “Well, that means we’ve got to play hard, we’ve got to play desperate, we’ve got to play urgent, and we did that for 48 minutes. Our guys left it all on the court.” </p> <p> The Nuggets (44-25) share second place in the Western Conference, but have just a one-game lead on the Lakers (42-25). Denver has wobbled of late — going 3-3 since March 9 — while earning a 131-126 home victory over the Lakers on Friday. </p> <p> Jokic scored 28 points with seven rebounds in the victory over Los Angeles, while Aaron Gordon stepped up with 38 points in Monday’s victory over the Warriors. </p> <p> The Lakers not only were without James and Hachimura at Denver last week, Luka Doncic sat out with calf and ankle soreness and big man Jaxson Hayes (knee) did not play. </p> <h4> READ: NBA: Minus two stars, Nuggets still upend Warriors </h4> <p> Austin Reaves scored 30 points, Doncic had 21 and Hayes chipped in nine points with 11 rebounds as the Lakers earned a 125-109 home victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Monday. Los Angeles was in control throughout against the short-handed Spurs and led by as many as 28. </p> <p> “I think it was 48 (3-point attempts) and 34 were uncontested,” Lakers head coach JJ Redick said. “… Our offensive decision-making and consistency where we had four really good offensive quarters was great.” </p> <p> Doncic found ways to contribute, even as his shooting touch has yet to fully return after a long layoff from a Christmas Day calf injury. The Lakers’ trade-deadline addition was just 5-of-20 shooting — including 1 of 7 from 3-point range — but made an additional impact with 14 assists and nine rebounds to nearly have a triple-double. </p> <p> “People start learning that at some point in the game, they’re going to double-team me,” Doncic said. “I accept that, and I like playing that. It saves my energy. We just get to play four on three. Guys are doing great out of that.” </p> <p> Denver has a 2-1 lead over Los Angeles heading into the final game of the season series. Counting playoff games, the Nuggets have won 14 of 16 matchups with the Lakers going back to January 2023. </p>

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Bronny James Shuts Down Heckler at Lakers-Nuggets With Killer Three-Word Clap-Back

<p> <p> As the son of NBA great LeBron James, Bronny James has had to handle his fair share of fan antics. During the Los Angeles Lakers' road game against the Denver Nuggets on Friday, for instance, the 20-year-old was met with boos when he took to the court. He kept things professional, though, and shut out the noise to put up five points. </p> <p> At another point during the contest, however, James showed slightly less restraint in clapping back at a heckler, though he nonetheless managed to shut the tormentor down quickly and succinctly. </p> <p> As James was standing on the sideline, a spectator yelled out, "Bronny, your dad belongs to us!" </p> <p> James swiftly retorted with, "Your chain isn’t real." </p> <p> Absolutely savage. No notes. </p> <p> Watch that below: </p> <div> <span data-embed-id="4b05ee591a7f4ac8a1531c4affe7e628" data-embed-type="social-auto"> </span> </div> <p> Despite the absence of LeBron James and Luka Dončić, the Lakers lost to the Nuggets with a score of 131-126 on Friday. The team put up commendable performances from Austin Reaves, who scored 37 points, and Dalton Knecht, contributing 32 points. This marks their fourth successive defeat; however, they will get an opportunity to improve when they face the Phoenix Suns at home on Sunday afternoon. </p> <h2> More National Basketball Association Coverage on Sports Illustrated </h2> </p> <p> <p> The article was initially posted on www.si.com as LeBron James Silences Critic at Lakers-Nuggets Game With Incisive Three-Word Rebuttal . </p> </p>

Bronny James Shuts Down Heckler at Lakers-Nuggets With Killer Three-Word Clap-Back

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As the son of NBA great LeBron James, Bronny James has had to handle his fair share of fan antics. During the Los Angeles Lakers' road game against the Denver Nuggets on Friday, for instance, the…

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證實 career 變革！籃籃終止應援，揭露新角色心聲：有些不適應

<p> 記者鍾智凱／台北報導 </p> <p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1B3ltK" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1B3ltK.jpg"/> </p> <p> ▲籃籃昔為隊長（圖／樂天桃猿提供） </p> <p> 告別樂天桃猿女孩角色，籃籃將以「推進隊長」的職位繼續與大家並肩作戰。籃籃表示：「迎接新的身份象徵新階段的開始，一開始有些不習慣，但我正在慢慢調整心態和工作模式。」她也透露將帶來各種新的企劃和活動，並希望能吸引更多人來球場支持棒球，讓更多人感受到這項熱血運動的美好，「十號隊友，今年一起全猿猛進吧！」 </p> <p> 對於新職位做了哪些準備？籃籃說，除了拍攝YouTube的企劃、流程和道具，還需要準備局間表演、局間活動的遊戲和跨領域的結合等。她開心地說：「能做的事情比以前多了很多，非常期待今年開季！」 </p> <p> 巫苡萱也正式告別啦啦隊角色，轉型為球團MC。回顧過去9年的回憶，她說：「這9年來有太多美好的回憶，除了每次在球場上超越勝負的感動，還有到美國參與MLB大聯盟、小聯盟的台灣日應援，以及在日本各大球場的表演。」這些經歷對她而言是成長的過程，也是最珍貴的時光。 </p> <p> 對於新的MC身份，巫苡萱表示，最大的挑戰是咬字部分，「可愛ㄆㄧㄚˇ音」已成為她在綜藝節目中的特色，但轉型為MC後，她需要展現更多專業與氣場。她說：「每天強迫自己多閱讀，改進咬字和語氣，努力突破自己，讓主持風格更具魅力！」 </p> <p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1B3uEo" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1B3uEo.jpg"/> </p> <p> ▲巫苡萱轉換角色（圖／樂天桃猿提供） </p> <p> 此外，巫苡萱也透露，將強化自己對棒球的知識，並提升外語能力，未來希望能加入英文訪談，為球迷帶來耳目一新的體驗，誓言成為「給大家猿氣滿滿的MC巫苡萱！」 新球季即將開始，巫苡萱充滿熱情地說：「今年，我會繼續努力不懈NONSTOP！和桃猿男兒、十號隊友一起全猿猛進，拿下勝利！」籃籃則邀請大家在3月30日的比賽中來球場找她，一起享受美食、遊戲和最特別的觀賽體驗，並與她一起感受棒球的魅力。 </p>

證實 career 變革！籃籃終止應援，揭露新角色心聲：有些不適應

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記者鍾智凱／台北報導 ▲籃籃昔為隊長（圖／樂天桃猿提供） 告別樂天桃猿女孩角色，籃籃將以「推進隊長」的職位繼續與大家並肩作戰。籃籃表示：「迎接新的身份象徵新階段的開始，一開始有些不習慣，但我正在慢慢調整心態和工作模式。」她也透露將帶來各種新的企劃和活動，並希望能吸引更多人來球場支持棒球，讓更多人感受到這項熱血運動的美好，「十號隊友，今年一起全猿猛進吧！」 對於新職位做了哪些準備？籃籃…

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Andre Iguodala Reveals NBA Players Are Jealous of Steph Curry's Shine

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1B23CQ" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1B23CQ.jpg"/> <p> Stephen Curry updated the game for today’s era—perhaps overly so. By extending the playing area, he drew defenders out of position and transformed difficult shots into everyday occurrences. His influence has altered basketball—not only how it's played but also how it's perceived. However, this shift hasn’t been met with universal approval. </p> <p> A portion of the ill will arises from how seemingly easy everything appears for him. With his petite stature and youthful appearance, coupled with no obvious physical power, he still manages to dismantle defensive lines with just a subtle movement of his wrist. Envy seems to be one component fueling this animosity directed towards him. </p> <h2> Jealousy of Curry </h2> <p> Andre Iguodala is more familiar with it than most. He invested several years working alongside Curry for the Golden State Warriors , observing closely as the league’s sole ever unanimous MVP constructed a dynasty with precision and flair. He has also witnessed how this has irked many people. </p> <p> <em> The hatred towards Steph, you notice it the most where? Throughout the league, from the other players, </em> Iguodala said . <em> A few of the veteran players resent that he stepped in and stole their spotlight... they really dislike it. </em> </p> <p> Curry introduced a distinct form of supremacy, one that doesn’t involve the physical, intimidating style that had long characterized the NBA. He doesn’t Shaquille O'Neal , plowing past tacklers. He's not Michael Jordan , jumping over them. The emblem of California executes his moves with precision, using clever angles and perfect timing, along with such rapid release that opponents hardly notice the ball leaving his hand before it swishes through the hoop. </p> <p> Such dominance runs deep. He wasn’t meant to be the one to redefine the league. He was considered too slender, too frail, even though he came from basketball royalty—his father, Dell Curry , was a marksman before him — Steph faced neglect. He didn’t get offers from prominent Division I schools. Too short, they claimed. Too frail. Too simple to contain. </p> <p> They accurately assessed his physique, but overlooked his skill and effort. Curry transformed his perceived weaknesses into strengths, using his lean build as leverage. Since he couldn’t overpower opponents near the hoop, he crafted a style of play that rarely required him to enter the key. Instead, he would position himself nearly three-quarters court away and make defenders run themselves ragged trying to keep up with his movements. </p> <p> Davidson College spotted potential in the guard that others overlooked. The slender player from Charlotte didn’t catch the attention of top-tier programs; prestigious institutions such as Duke and UNC chose not to recruit him. Despite this, even his dad’s former school, Virginia Tech, only extended an offer for him to join as a walk-on. </p> <p> However, Davidson’s head coach, Bob McKillop, spotted talent underneath the surface and extended a scholarship offer to Curry when other programs didn’t, taking a chance on his future prospects. This risk proved successful as Curry burst into prominence, guiding Davidson to an incredible Elite Eight appearance in 2008 and reshaping the team’s legacy forever. </p> <h2> Sharpshooting dominance </h2> <p> It succeeded. Curry scored his way into the annals of basketball history and pulled the Warriors along with him. Four titles. Two MVP awards — including an unprecedented unanimous win. He turned the unimaginable into something that seemed certain. Perhaps this is what irks some individuals. </p> <p> The agile point guard revolutionized the sport. His long-range shots extended defensive boundaries, compelling taller players to protect areas where they typically didn’t have to play. He excelled at making three-pointers, which became one of the most crucial plays in basketball. Today, children across America hone their skills by perfecting deep jump-shots inspired by Curry’s example, believing such feats can be achieved. </p> <p> This is why the discontent persists. Veteran athletes feel the league changing beneath them. The way they used to play—a focus on physicality with tough fouls, half-court confrontations, and dominating inside—is now less prominent, regardless of personal preferences. Curry’s approach has become the benchmark, which doesn’t sit well with everybody. </p> <p align="center"> <strong> Related: "Even if being your best means surpassing him, why not aim for that?" —Stephen Curry regarding his pursuit of Michael Jordan’s title as the greatest of all time (GOAT). </strong> </p>

Andre Iguodala Reveals NBA Players Are Jealous of Steph Curry's Shine

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Stephen Curry updated the game for today’s era—perhaps overly so. By extending the playing area, he drew defenders out of position and transformed difficult shots into everyday occurrences. His inf…

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