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Coleman finds next college home
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12h ago

Coleman finds next college home

https://www.on3.com/sites/nj-hoops/news/coleman-finds-next-college-home/
On3.com
  • Isaiah Coleman has found his next college home for his basketball career.
  • The update signals the continuation of Coleman’s collegiate journey in a new program.
  • On3 reports the move as part of ongoing college basketball recruiting activity.
  • The story centers on Coleman’s next destination after Seton Hall, per On3 coverage.
  • The article emphasizes college basketball recruiting dynamics around Coleman.
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Spurs-Knicks NBA Finals court designs unveiled, include return of center court trophy
#2 out of 6
10h ago

Spurs-Knicks NBA Finals court designs unveiled, include return of center court trophy

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7322723/2026/05/31/nba-finals-knicks-spurs-trophy-court-designs-2026/
Nytimes.com
  • The 2026 NBA Finals court will feature a jumbo Larry O’Brien Trophy painted at center court in San Antonio and New York.
  • The change marks the first on-court trophy image since 2009, following safety concerns that led to its removal.
  • NBA commissioner Adam Silver voiced nostalgia for the court insignia and its media impact.
  • The 2025 Finals used digital court insignia, prompting fan backlash over the shift away from traditional imagery.
  • The 2026 Finals will feature a traditional court aesthetic tied to nostalgia and big moments in basketball history.
  • Victor Wembanyama will lead the Spurs against Jalen Brunson and the Knicks in the 2026 Finals.
  • The finals venue details: Frost Bank Center (San Antonio) and Madison Square Garden (New York).
  • The article notes the 1999 Finals rematch context with the Knicks and Spurs in this matchup framing.
  • The article positions the court design change as a response to fan and media reaction.
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Lakers jersey history No. 42/No. 53 — James Edwards
#3 out of 6
8h ago

Lakers jersey history No. 42/No. 53 — James Edwards

https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/lakers-jersey-history-no-42-034444738.html
Sports.yahoo.com
  • The Lakers have had 506 players wear their jersey across the franchise since 1946.
  • James Edwards was drafted by the Lakers in 1977 and played as a rookie before being traded.
  • Edwards became a key rotation player for the Pistons, winning championships in 1989 and 1990.
  • Edwards returned to the Lakers in 1992 for two more seasons.
  • Edwards finished his career with a third title with the Chicago Bulls in 1996.
  • The article is part of LeBron Wire's series on Lakers jersey history.
  • Edwards’ career spans Lakers’ early Minneapolis era through the 1990s.
  • Edwards averaged 15.2 points and 7.4 rebounds per game as a rookie.
  • Edwards contributed 5.5 points in 11.2 minutes per game during his Lakers return.
  • The piece places Edwards’ Lakers tenure in the broader jersey-history context.
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WNBA power rankings: How are Minnesota Lynx on top despite so many injuries?
#4 out of 6
2h ago

WNBA power rankings: How are Minnesota Lynx on top despite so many injuries?

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7323074/2026/06/01/wnba-power-rankings-minnesota-lynx-injuries/
Nytimes.com
  • Minnesota Lynx top the WNBA power rankings despite missing key players, highlighted by their league-leading defense.
  • Coach Cheryl Reeve’s defense-driven approach sustains Lynx at the top while the offense stays solid without Collier.
  • Expansion teams Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo are showing competitive early-season performances, complicating the league’s dynamic.
  • Portland’s and Toronto’s rosters feature older, experienced players, contributing to rapid on-court impact.
  • Lynx’s defense allows 38.4% shooting and 27% from three, contributing to their top ranking.
  • Nia Coffey emerges as a defensive asset for the Lynx, impacting transitions and shot contests.
  • Dallas Wings rely on Kalina Shepard to unlock the offense through assists and playmaking.
  • Rookie Chance Gray impresses for the Los Angeles Sparks with perimeter shooting and solid defense.
  • Indiana Fever are a focal point for opponents seeking Caitlin Clark’s involvement and exploitation of defensive gaps.
  • The piece also notes potential future expansion teams Cleveland, Detroit, and Philadelphia as ongoing questions for the league’s growth.
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YouTube Gold: Duke’s Dominant 1998 Cameron Win Over UNC
#5 out of 6
2h ago

YouTube Gold: Duke’s Dominant 1998 Cameron Win Over UNC

https://www.dukebasketballreport.com/main/91236/youtube-gold-dukes-1998-cameron-win-over-unc
Dukebasketballreport.com
  • Duke won 96-81 in Cameron Indoor Stadium, underscoring a high-intensity Duke-UNC rivalry in 1988.
  • The feature highlights the late-1980s Coach K era and three straight national titles by Duke and UNC.
  • Duke built around Danny Ferry, UNC around JR Reid, intensifying the rivalry in 1988.
  • Duke swept UNC in three games that season, including wins in Chapel Hill, Cameron, and the ACC Tournament.
  • The Cameron win was described as superb in atmosphere and magnificent in effort.
  • The article situates the rivalry’s peak within the 1987-1993 window with multiple national titles.
  • The piece notes fans printed triple crown T-shirts to celebrate Duke’s 1988 victories.
  • The author emphasizes ongoing rivalry intensity with a focus on Ferry and Reid as symbolic contrasts.
  • The summary references a close Duke victory and a larger narrative about UNC’s struggles to overcome Duke.
  • The report positions the 1988 Duke-UNC games as pivotal moments that defined a heated era.
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NBA releases images of how San Antonio Spurs court will look during Finals against New York Knicks
#6 out of 6
2h ago

NBA releases images of how San Antonio Spurs court will look during Finals against New York Knicks

https://www.ksat.com/sports/2026/06/01/nba-releases-images-of-how-san-antonio-spurs-court-will-look-during-finals-against-new-york-knicks/
Ksat.com
  • The NBA Finals court will feature the Larry O’Brien Trophy painted at midcourt for games in San Antonio and New York.
  • The Finals script logo will appear on both sides of the court alongside the Trophy.
  • The Spurs-Knicks Finals start in San Antonio on Wednesday.
  • This marks a return to finals branding not seen since 2009, with a trophy logo at midcourt.
  • The league has experimented with alternating courts for finals and in-season events to add finals flair.
  • The Finals branding includes integrating the trophy logo with the participating teams' branding.
  • The Finals will be played across, highlighting both San Antonio and New York venues.
  • The Spurs defeated the Thunder to reach the Western Conference finals before the Finals run.
  • The 2026 Finals logo and trophy markings last appeared in the 2014 finals before this return.
  • The Spurs-Knicks Finals logo and trophy branding are part of a broader trend of court customization for major events.
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