Kevin Durant has always been more than a scorer. From his ventures in media with Boardroom to his investments in tech and sports franchises, the 36-year-old has built a reputation …
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Minnesota Timberwolves Move To Retire Kevin Garnett’s No. 21 Jersey
by Len Werleby Len WerleFor years, the rafters of Target Center have felt incomplete. The Minnesota Timberwolves’ greatest player, Kevin Garnett, has watched his jersey hang in Boston but not in the city where …
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Winners Don’t Rest: Joe Mazzulla’s Backward Reward System
by Len Werleby Len WerleIn the NBA, running has long been the universal punishment. Miss a rotation? Run. Lose a scrimmage? Run. But under Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla, the rules of practice …
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Jayson Tatum’s Surgeon Praises “Unseen” Recovery Progress After Achilles Surgery
by Len Werleby Len WerleWhen Jayson Tatum collapsed in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the New York Knicks, clutching his right leg, the silence inside TD Garden told the story. A …
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Admits He’s Mentally Prepared For A Trade From Milwaukee
by Len Werleby Len WerleGiannis Antetokounmpo has been the face of the Milwaukee Bucks for over a decade, delivering the franchise its first championship in 50 years back in 2021. But in a recent …
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Matt Barnes Points To Austin Rivers’ Contract As The Beginning Of Lob City’s Downfall
by Len Werleby Len WerleThe “Lob City” era of the Los Angeles Clippers was supposed to be a dynasty. With Chris Paul orchestrating, Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan finishing lobs, and a strong supporting …
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Tony Allen Rips Modern Defenses: “We’re Losing Multiple Efforts”
by Len Werleby Len WerleTony Allen, the six-time All-Defensive guard and self-proclaimed “Grindfather” of the Memphis Grizzlies’ Grit-and-Grind era, has never been shy about his defensive philosophy. Defense, to him, wasn’t just a skill, …
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For Kyrie Irving, the past six months have been a test of patience, discipline, and resilience. After tearing his ACL in March during a game against the Sacramento Kings, the …
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Derrick Rose Says 50-Point Career-High Game With Wolves Reestablished His NBA Career
by Len Werleby Len WerleOn October 31, 2018, the Minnesota Timberwolves’ Target Center became the stage for one of the most emotional performances in recent NBA history. Derrick Rose, the youngest MVP in league …
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Ricky Davis’ PatheticTriple-Double Attempt Led To Him Being Nicknamed ‘Wrong Rim Ricky’
by Len Werleby Len WerleUnwritten laws of Basketball: Don’t openly pad your stats. Today is Ricky Davis’ birthday, which reminded me of this unreal story. March 16, 2003! With a 25-point lead and just …
