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Mike Sielski: Coach K, the king of March Madness, is leaving, and Jay Wright is poised to succeed him

Jay Wright was two lackluster years into his tenure at Villanova in May 2003, so far from being considered the best coach in college basketball that the assertion would have seemed laughable, certainly not a credible candidate for the job that had just become available in his hometown.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Mar 9, 2022

Kings release statement disagreeing with Domantas Sabonis suspension

JD Shaw: The Kings release a statement about Domantas Sabonis' one-game suspension: "We disagree with the NBA's decision to suspend Domantas Sabonis. He is a consummate professional and the ultimate competitor. We stand behind Domas, and he has our ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 9, 2022

Nets officially rule out Ben Simmons for return game against 76ers

JD Shaw: The Nets have officially ruled out Ben Simmons (return to competition reconditioning/back soreness) for Thursday's game against the Sixers in Philadelphia. Source: Twitter @JShawNBA What's the buzz on Twitter? JD Shaw @ JShawNBA The Nets ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 9, 2022

Rockets guard John Wall reportedly open to Wizards reunion in 2022 offseason

While John Wall appears open to rejoining the Wizards, The Athletic’s David Aldridge says a post-buyout signing is more likely than a trade.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 9, 2022

Kevin Durant Offers Thoughts on NBA Heckling Ahead of Ben Simmons’s Philly Return

The Nets forward was asked whether he’s given Ben Simmons advice ahead of his Philly return, and he responded saying he wouldn’t ‘hold his hand.’

Sports Illustrated · Mar 9, 2022

Heights, Camcorders and Action: Chet Holmgren Is Ready for His March Madness Close-up

Carrying surprising skill and strength with his over-7-foot-tall frame, the Gonzaga freshman is looking to lead his team to its first national title.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 9, 2022

What's Behind the NBA's Recent Scoring Surge?

A number of the league’s biggest superstars have brought their best to the table as the playoffs near.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 9, 2022

Brittney Griner’s Russian ordeal is a byproduct of WNBA’s shoestring funding

Top female players are forced to chase good-paying gigs abroad while their well-paid male counterparts can enjoy home comforts

The Guardian - US · Mar 9, 2022

Q&A: Former lottery pick Shabazz Muhammad eyes NBA comeback

Former 2012 top high school recruit and NBA lottery pick Shabazz Muhammad is eying an NBA comeback. The 29-year-old swingman has hired agent Keith Kreiter of Edge Sports International and recently signed with San Miguel Beermen in the Philippines. ...

USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 9, 2022

Marcus Hayes: DeAndre Jordan, Joel Embiid’s understudy, might hold the key to the Sixers’ NBA title hopes

PHILADELPHIA — He’s started less than half of the 145 games he’s played in the past three seasons, and he’s only played in 71% of the games his teams have played in that span. He’s averaged 7.1 points and less than 20 minutes per game. The Sixers are his sixth…

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Mar 9, 2022