I read that you were talking to Steve and he was talking to you about Austin Reaves as a comp, not just as a player but what Team USA can do for you. How do you view that? Brandin Podziemski: “Quite frankly, I get compared to a lot of white guys (laughs). But I try to get as many things as I can from the most skilled guys. Whether it be Steph, Austin, Luka and Jalen Brunson, … [Read more...] about Brandin Podziemski: ‘Quite frankly, I get compared to a lot of white guys’
Sean Marks: Mikal Bridges didn’t ask for trade
Many came from the trade of Bridges, who Marks insisted never asked to leave. “It’s been reported that Mikal wanted to leave or requested a trade. That could not be further from the truth,” Marks said. “That’s just not in Mikal’s character. That’s not who he is, and that definitely did not happen. He was told by me when I called him and let him know that we’re at the 2-yard … [Read more...] about Sean Marks: Mikal Bridges didn’t ask for trade
Knicks sign Ariel Hukporti to a two-way deal
Michael Scotto: The New York Knicks have agreed to a two-way contract with Ariel Hukporti, league sources told @hoopshype. He was the No. 58 overall pick of the 2024 NBA Draft. … [Read more...] about Knicks sign Ariel Hukporti to a two-way deal
Jalen Brunson considering signing a cheaper extension with Knicks, bypassing going for a max contract next summer
There is a world where, instead of gunning for a max contract, Jalen Brunson signs the extension for cheaper than his market value. Since the Knicks’ season ended with a Game 7, second-round loss to the Indiana Pacers, Brunson has mulled over whether he should wait until free agency for the bigger contract or take the money now. The Knicks can’t make their official offer until … [Read more...] about Jalen Brunson considering signing a cheaper extension with Knicks, bypassing going for a max contract next summer
Evan Fournier appears to choke Dennis Schroeder in international play fight
BasketNews: A scuffle broke out between Dennis Schroder and Evan Fournier in the friendly game between Germany & France pic.twitter.com/NnbEherRh0 A scuffle broke out between Dennis Schroder and Evan Fournier in the friendly game between Germany & France pic.twitter.com/NnbEherRh0 — BasketNews (@BasketNews_com) July 6, 2024 https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js … [Read more...] about Evan Fournier appears to choke Dennis Schroeder in international play fight