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Redemption time? Philadelphia 76ers sign free agent big man Montrezl Harrell to two-year, $5.2m deal

Montrezl Harrell of the Charlotte Hornets dunks past Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers during the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center on April...

Per an ESPN report earlier today, it has been confirmed that free agent big man Montrezl Harrell will join Doc Rivers and co in Philadelphia. Having most recently played with the Charlotte Hornets, the 2019-20 Sixth Man of the Year has a player option in the second year and will look to rebuild his reputation after a down 24 months as well as a marijuana charge.
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After firing James Borrego, Charlotte can’t afford to waste potential with his successor

Head coach James Borrego of the Charlotte Hornets speaks with players during the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center...

In a surprise to some, the Hornets sacked their head coach James Borrego on Friday after the Hornets again failed to make the postseason for a sixth consecutive year. Despite more year-on-year improvement, it’s clear the franchise view themselves as much better than a play-in team, but will they get the next hire right? Frank Vogel, recently dismissed from the Lakers, and Golden State Warriors assistant coach Kenny Atkinson are linked with the new vacancy.
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Lakers agree trade deal for Wizards’ Russell Westbrook, featuring three-player package

Russell Westbrook of the Washington Wizards shoots the ball during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on April 28, 2021 at Capital One Arena in...

After a disappointing playoff campaign, the Lakers have again been bold as they try to return top of the NBA food chain once more with this trade. But amid questions over the perennial All-Star guard’s fit in Southern California, is Russell Westbrook the answer to their problems? Continue reading “Lakers agree trade deal for Wizards’ Russell Westbrook, featuring three-player package”

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Lakers 123-110 Suns: Anthony Davis sparkles as LA ease to important win

Anthony Davis of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots the ball during the game against the Phoenix Suns on May 9, 2021 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles,...

Helped as they raced to a 22-6 first quarter run, Anthony Davis and the Lakers earned an impressive 123-110 win over the Phoenix Suns – limiting their leading scorer Devin Booker’s efficiency as Mikal Bridges and Cameron Payne were key in keeping things competitive. Continue reading “Lakers 123-110 Suns: Anthony Davis sparkles as LA ease to important win”

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Steph Curry praises team’s toughness as Warriors recover to beat Lakers

Warriors knock off uninspired Lakers, who blow 19-point lead – San  Bernardino Sun

They might like to start sluggishly, but count the Golden State Warriors out of a game too early at your peril – nationally televised or otherwise – as Steph Curry again played a pivotal role during an unlikely comeback win at Staples Center against the defending champion Lakers.  Continue reading “Steph Curry praises team’s toughness as Warriors recover to beat Lakers”

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NBA 19/20 Week 1 Review: Kawhi’s Clippers justify the hype, Super Trae and more

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The new NBA season is firmly underway and after an exciting first week packed with surprises and excellent play, it’s time to review the week’s action – as new recruit Kawhi Leonard starred for Finals favourites Clippers while Trae Young and more were particularly impressive. Continue reading “NBA 19/20 Week 1 Review: Kawhi’s Clippers justify the hype, Super Trae and more”