The Bahamas just had its most successful international run ever, winning a pre-qualifying tournament — and eliminating Argentina in the process — to have a shot at making next summer’s Olympics if the national team can win another six-team tournament. FIBA drew some criticism for allowing veteran guard Eric Gordon to compete with the Bahamas, as he previously played for Team … [Read more...] about Stein’s Latest: Bahamas, Gordon, Thompson, Jones, Giannis
Hoops Rumors Community Shootaround: Giannis’ Future
Will the biggest star in the Eastern Conference be looking for a new team in the next year or two? Two-time Most Valuable Player Giannis Antetokounmpo certainly didn’t rule out that possibility in a recent New York Times interview. Antekounmpo could ink a three-year extension this offseason in the range of $173MM. Unless he has a change of heart, he’s not going to be signing … [Read more...] about Hoops Rumors Community Shootaround: Giannis’ Future
Heat Notes: Jovic, World Cup, Lillard, Giannis
The Heat have been counting on a productive summer from Nikola Jovic after back issues disrupted his rookie season, writes Ira Winderman of The Sun-Sentinel. The 27th pick in the 2022 draft displayed flashes of talent, but physical concerns limited him to 15 games, plus seven short appearances in the playoffs. Coach Eric Spoelstra said the organization put Jovic on a rehab and … [Read more...] about Heat Notes: Jovic, World Cup, Lillard, Giannis
Giannis On Future With Bucks, Career Goals, More
Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo recently sat down for an honest, insightful interview with Tania Ganguli of The New York Times, which is worth reading in full for any NBA fan. As Ganguli writes, the two-time MVP is eligible for a three-year extension in a few weeks, worth a projected $173MM. However, Antetokounmpo has no intention of inking a new deal before the 2023/24 … [Read more...] about Giannis On Future With Bucks, Career Goals, More
Bucks’ Bobby Portis Talks Team USA, Contract, Griffin
Bucks big man Bobby Portis is one of 12 players suiting up for the USA Basketball team that will compete in the 2023 World Cup that tips off next week. Speaking to Sam Yip of HoopsHype, Portis said that it has been “pretty great” representing his country in international competition so far and that the team is still focused on building chemistry and adjusting to the FIBA rules … [Read more...] about Bucks’ Bobby Portis Talks Team USA, Contract, Griffin