Michigan State coach Tom Izzo has seen the jokes about Suns owner Mat Ishbia stockpiling on Spartan alumni, especially following Phoenix’s hiring of new head coach Jordan Ott, but doesn’t think the correlation is all it’s cracked up to be, writes Duane Rankin of Arizona Republic. “It looks like Michigan State Southwest, but the truth of the matter is, it’s not that,” Izzo said … [Read more...] about Suns Notes: Izzo, Ott, Durant Trade, Coaching Staff
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SB Nation Reacts: Fans believe the Thunder will win the 2025 NBA Finals
Photo by William Purnell/Getty Images The Thunder are looking for their second NBA championship in franchise history, and their first since 1979 when they beat the team now known as the Washington Wizards. In the lead-up to an NBA Finals featuring two small market teams, SB Nation Reacts data reveals a fascinating contradiction among basketball fans. On one hand, the … [Read more...] about SB Nation Reacts: Fans believe the Thunder will win the 2025 NBA Finals
Wizards Rookies Looking to Make Sophomore Leap
The Washington Wizards have put themselves in a unique position heading into next season. With three picks in the upcoming draft, they look primed to make some selections to help fill out the roster. Along with this, Washington will further develop their rookies from this past season. With four on the active roster, they all have great potential. If they can grow together, this … [Read more...] about Wizards Rookies Looking to Make Sophomore Leap
10 Best NBA Draft Picks In Washington Wizards History
The Washington Wizards are scheduled to have the sixth overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Let’s take a look at the Wizards best NBA Draft picks in franchise history. It’s not necessarily the 10 best players ranked in order as where they were selected was taken into consideration. This includes their time as the Chicago Packers, Chicago Zephyrs, Baltimore Bullets, Washington … [Read more...] about 10 Best NBA Draft Picks In Washington Wizards History
Mystics forward Kiki Iriafen named WNBA rookie of the month
The No. 4 pick in this spring’s draft has been a bright spot for the Mystics during the early part of the season. … [Read more...] about Mystics forward Kiki Iriafen named WNBA rookie of the month