HoopsHype.com NBA Media TwittersHoopsHype - Players - Media - Media in Spanish - Media in French - Media in Italian - Media in Chinese - Media in Turkish |
» Update: 01:24 PM ET |
|
Friday, May 17 Woodson on Pacers PG injuries: "We gotta continue to keep the pressure up and make it a battle, because that's what it's gonna be."
A coach's job is put his players in situations to succeed.Woodson did that last night thanks to a key wrinkle theknicksblog.com/knicks/flex-ap… #knicks
Just got our advanced copy of the @PhilJackson11 book AND some great news about his upcoming event in LA http://t.co/PZJIw7ewAV
Mike Wooson on Jason Kidd and Amar'e Stoudemire: "Those two guys just have to be ready to play. At this point it's just about winning."
Woodson on Kidd/Amar'e: "Those two guys just have to be ready to play. At this point, it's about winning."
Going on with Luke Burbank on @973FMSeattle to discuss what's next in bringing the NBA back to Seattle: bit.ly/UB9sVA
…Ranadive, who saved the day for the most noble of reasons: to honor a place that played a big role in his success.
Just FYI: Wolves have talked to Maryland C Alex Len but not Indiana's Cody Zeller here in Chicago
…Kings. That's what I was led to believe. I'm happiest for those in Sacramento who remain employed because the team is staying and Vivek...
For those who care: I was wrong. For those unaware: I did a radio bit suggesting the Maloofs would be slow to relinquish control over the…
So yes, Copeland was terrific, J.R. made a shot and Melo scored in the 4th Q. But no Granger, no Hill, 14 missed free throws & 19 turnovers.
I am SOOOO finished with the Seattle stuff... I am moving on... No more answers to Seattle tweets Crowd at city hall waiting for @Kevin Johnson press conference. We are livestreaming on news10.net http://t.co/TphbARnlYs
Wrote this story last week about Lakers free-agent possibilities this summer. Don't hold your breath... latimes.com/sports/basketb…
Seriously, the Pacers are already playing without Danny Granger. If George Hill is out, they're not winning.
Amazing how J.R.'s impact in Game 5 was overblown while George Hill's absence was underplayed. One guy went 4-for-11, the other didn't play
The Kings are staying in Sacramento. Now what? Key decisions ahead for the new ownership group: es.pn/186efXd ($)
Thrilled to tell #GrizzNation that Grlzzlies Live is expanding AND going on the road! Full broadcast schedule/times to be released later.
How is Super Mario not asked about J.R. Smith? RT@GrantWahl A rare Mario Balotelli interview in English with CNN edition.cnn.com/2013/05/17/spo… …
Indiana teammates Oladipo & Cody Zeller competing in everything. Zeller's sprint time 3.15, Oladipo's 3.16. "Let's go again," Oladipo said
Thumbnail of WCF matchup: Grizz play great defense, so they'll be in every game; Grizz can't shoot, so Spurs will be in every game. Fair?
Bills coach Tom Thibodeau is at the combine. Someone should tell Thibs it's OK to take a day off
Here ya go. MT List of #NBACombine participants measurements: Height, Weight, Wingspan, Standing Reach, Body Fat, etc csnnw.com/blog/blazers-t…
The LuAnn Platter. That's what they call the special at Luby's. Should have remembered: There's a King of the Hill character named after it.
Without knowing severity of George Hill's concussion, hard to predict timetable for return. Some have missed several games; some just one. But speaking of high-volume SGs... My understanding is 1 of Vivek Ranadive's favorite recent GSW players was... Monta Ellis. Just a note.
Oladipo 3.25 sec & McLemore 3.27 similar sprint scores. Oladipo 10.69 much better than McLemore 11.87 on agility drill #NBACombine
Man, these talking heads have people really believing the HEAT's 45-3 run isn't an impressive feat. On the same trip that Olshey made to France in late April to scout Gobert, he stopped in Croatia to scout 6-10 SF Dario Saric.
A high quality explanation why amnestying Kendrick Perkins doesn't make a ton of sense: bit.ly/18Qm4kZ
By the way, the French center Gobert says his goal is to be a top 7 pick. Not sure that's going to happen.
The list of participants is not official yet, but Ricky Ledo was on the initial list I got a look at. He's a guy who will command attention
Based on NBA Combine, draft stock of Indiana guys Cody Zeller and Victor Oladipo flying high. Same with Michigan's Tim Hardaway Jr.
Len unable to do ht/wt measurements because he's still on crutches. Wingspan is 7-3 1/2. He's hopeful to be back on court mid/late Aug
The key thing the two-day Nets Draft workout will provide next week is the opportunity to see those guys go live 5-on-5, not just drills.
Story on resiliency and Dwyane Wade: "This is my life. I'm not supposed to be at this podium right now." hrld.us/XCncDd
Len didn't play bkball til 13, said he liked watching Zydrunas Ilgauskas & sees similarities in their games. Also similar to Valanciunas
comin up next - @Marc Stein on Grizz/Spurs, etc - listen live - player.tritonmedia.com/entercom/#WMFS…
Duke C Mason Plumlee, 23, says him staying four years shouldn't be a factor, adding #Blazers G @Damian Lillard proved everybody wrong.
Victor Oladipo didn't believe IU teammate Cody Zeller ran the 3/4 sprint faster until he heard his time. Then he said, "Let's do it again."
Plumlee touted his length and athleticism. "I'd like to be with a team that likes to get out and run," Plumlee said.
It seems the Sacramento Kings have finally defeated Phil Jackson in a game that mattered. Who knows, though?
Cody Zeller was asked abt his brother Tyler moving up in last yr's draft when he returned to Indiana: "I haven't seen any of that money yet"
No longer being recruited, Hardaway Jr. and McCallum have to quell doubts and sell themselves to NBA teams: detne.ws/14ca8qI
All Memphis media got an email this morning entitled: "NBA Finals Media Credential Application." Used to be lottery credentials.
Former California guard Allen Crabbe discusses where he slots in draft. Outside shooting will be his niche in the L po.st/70KsZC Duke C Mason Plumlee said he believes he will workout with the Blazers. "I'm a guy who is ready to come in and play right away," he said.
I think I'm most excited for Gus' Fried Chicken in Memphis. How can you go wrong with a place called "Gus' Fried Chicken?"
Look for my piece on Mark Jackson in this week's Sports Illustrated, which coincidentally doubles as a postmortem on the Warriors' season.
Hey guys, sorry for the delay (some technical issues) ... I'm chatting here now -- espn.go.com/sportsnation/n… #Knicks
I was thinking athletic events but also would like to see who could transcribe a 15-minute interview the fastest. Prob @Jonathan Abrams.
Former South Dakota State star Nate Wolters has a hip flexor so he'll only be doing upper body testing today at the combine. Thx for all the food recs in SA + Mem everybody. Looks like the words "healthy" and "gluten-free" will not be in my West Finals future.
RT: @Gery Woelfel Add Gonzaga center Kelly Olynyk to list of players the Bucks have interviewed at pre-draft camp.
Draft Blog: NBA Draft Combine notes from Day 1. insider.espn.go.com/nba/blog/_/nam… (insider)
Add Gonzaga center Kelly Olynyk to list of players the Bucks have interviewed at pre-draft camp.
RT: @Chad Ford Kelly Olynyk. 24.5" standing vert. 29.5" max vert. 3.59 sec sprint. 11.42 lane agility.
For everyone in Seattle... this wasn't about you. It was about Sacramento, and Sacramento answered... When do these guys run through the tackling dummies? Oh no, my professional lives have merged! #nbacombine #nflcombine
Hsd been thinking McLemore-Muhammad would be the best matchup at individual workouts. Now convinced it's Burke-Schroeder. A great show.
Alex Len says in 10 years he wants to be the best player in this class. Not lacking confidence.
Fran Fraschilla on probable top 2-3 pick Ben McLemore: "He doesn't have an alpha dog mentality." Ouch
Gobert said he is good friends with Nic Batum and recently spent time with the Blazers forward in Paris
YahooSports.com: @Micah Hart target #StanVanGundy for HC job; contact #EttoreMessina for potential opening as well.
Gobert had the longest wing span at the NBA Combine 7'8.5", but was less-than-impressive in his leaping - 25 standing vertical, 29 max vert
42-inch vertical for Victor Oladipo. Others w/42 or better, via @Jonathan Givony: N. Robinson, Claxton, Shumpert, Ewing Jr., Selby, Farmar.
YahooSports.com: @Micah Hart interesan fichar a #StanVanGundy como DT, conversan con #EttoreMessina como alternativa.
Maryland center Alex Len met with the Bobcats Thursday night. He claims 10 years from now he'll be best player in 2013 draft.
Joked with Nerlens Noel about his 206 weight... admitted he's dropped weight since the injury, would normally be in the 220 range. Blazers GM Neil Olshey flew to France to scout French center Rudy Gobert at the end of April. "I showed what I had to show," Gobert said.
Under policy, it's within realm of possibility that George Hill could return for Game 6. Also conceivable he could be out for weeks.
2794 λέξεις για το Λονδίνο! Τι λένε τα ξένα Μ.Μ.Ε για το φαινόμενο Ολυμπιακός eurohoops.net/el/2013/05/one…
Quick note on George Hill and NBA concussion protocols: There is NO specific timeline for a player returning from concussion. Case by case.
Cody Zeller's wingspan and vertical didn't seem to help much when Cuse's bigs were going Karch Kiraly on his shot attempts.
Warriors future: includes video reaction and my exclusive conversation with Warriors adviser Jerry West bleacherreport.com/articles/16427… @BR_NBA
Cody Zeller's standing vert of 35.5" was highest ever recorded for player 6-9 or taller in last decade. #NBADraftCombine
Mostly, the pick would cost money. The source emphasized that GSWs haven't made any decisions. Could look for more veteran help.
We are underway on Sports 56 Middays. Lots of Grizzlies talk and @pressthepace previews the Preakness sports56whbq.com
"How Phil Jackson can still teach the Lakers": My column on Phil, his new book, Kobe and Lakers' future: bit.ly/106lVn1 ($)
NBA source: If they choose, GSWs believe they can acquire either 1st- or 2nd round pick in this draft. They have no picks at the moment.
To quote Ralph Wiggum, whenever I get coffee at the Dunkin Donuts in Penn Station, it tastes like burning.
Yahoo reporting the Atlanta Hawks could choose CSKA Moscow's Ettore Messina as their new coach.
Once more then! @Pilar Casado of Cope Radio says: Spanoulis is a genius! Thanks for your time! eurohoops.net/2013/05/one-on… …@Pilar Casado
Jeff Withey: 26.5" standing vert. 29" max vert. 3.47 sec sprint. 12.49 agility drill. #NBADraftCombine
Cody Zeller does 17 reps of 185 bench. Anyone who lifts seriously will tell you bench is almost worthless move but that's a good #.
I know Kelly has a foot injury, so he can't run right now. But 14.8% body fat? He must love that "Hot Donuts Now" sign.
Just saw Indiana's Cody Zeller put up 185 lbs 17 times (depending on whether they count the final one) on the press. That ain't weak.
Duke's Ryan Kelly had by far the highest body-fat content at the NBA draft combine at 14.8%. Only 2 others were above 10%.
Check out the Positive Coaching Alliance, one of the youth sports entities that has endorsed "Raising Your Game" positivecoach.org
Duke PG Seth Curry officially stands 6' 1" without shoes, 6' 3" with shoes. He's at 9 percent body fat, highest among PGs attending combine.
So happy to break out the Wash/Dead Prez theme song again today. The great Ron Washington joins us at 3:00 on the Ben & Skin Show - 105.3 FM
Ricky Ledo was great yesterday but he's struggled quite a bit today. Not shooting or defending well & seems to lack confidence. Project guy?
What makes that unlikely for George Hill is that we don't know when his 24-hour symptom-free period will start.
My new favorite TV show: "The Baby Bachelor." Too bad they couldn't afford Chris Harrison though. es.pn/111TIg7
Tim Hardaway Jr a big standout here in Day 2 in the drills. So competitive and just a pro #NBADraftCombine
And with the NBA combine in full swing, I wrote about how Bobcats can't afford to whiff this year in the draft po.st/TukMq3 So Rudy Gobert can't jump. When you can stand flat-footed and reach 9' 7" off the floor, with 7-8 1/2 wingspan, does it matter?
Possible to miss only 1 game from a concussion under current NBA policy. Darrell Arthur suffered one on Friday, played Monday.
In a parking lot chat with USAT, Vivek Ranadive cautions of Kings: "It's not going to be an overnight miracle." - usat.ly/15TmBnJ Pretty obvious name to watch for Kings GM position: Travis Schlenk from the Warriors. Vivek knows him well.
The Celtics bench in that Game 7 in 2009: Eddie House, Stephon Marbury, Brian Scalabrine, Tony Allen, Gabe Pruitt, Mikki Moore, Bill Walker
Jason Kidd has not scored a single point over the past nine games for the Knicks. Jason Kidd has missed all 17 of his attempts from field
Jorge Sierra and @Jorge Sierra are telling to Eurohoops: Respect and objections eurohoops.net/2013/05/one-on…
Four years ago today, the Orlando Magic eliminated the KG-less Boston Celtics in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
Been having trouble spelling Combine names: It's Rudy Gobert; CJ McCollum. But until they make the NBA, I don't care. #justkiddingkids
HOOPSWORLD's 2013 NBA Draft Combine coverage can be found here ... plenty of video interviews here for you po.st/NAg4gu PODCAST! Where is Dwight going? If he leaves, does it bring disaster or opportunity? ow.ly/l8yUm
Just learned that Popeye Jones' son has a chance to be the No. 1 pick in the NHL Draft. Yeah, hockey! Who knew?
Mason Plumlee with a 10.89 sec lane agility drill and a 3.29 3/4 court sprint. Good numbers. No surprise.
Gonzaga lottery bound C Kelly Olynyk stands 6' 10.75" without shoes and 7' 0" with shoes. His wingspan is 6' 9.75" and he's at 6.7 body fat.
Simonas Baranauskas of @LithuaniaBasket thinks says: Divine intervention by Spanoulis and co! eurohoops.net/2013/05/one-on…
Mike Woodson will address the media via conference call at 1 p.m. Team is off today in anticipation of Game 6 tomorrow in Indianapolis
Good Morning & Congratulations to all the new 2013 Graduates celebrating a huge accomplishment today!
Fairly long two on two half-court session here among the SGs giving us a decent chance to evaluate players' ball-handling/on-ball defense.
Tvrtko Puljic of @SportskeNovost1 believes: True grit makes everything possible eurohoops.net/2013/05/one-on…
Fan feedback: What impressed you most about New Orleans PG Brian Roberts' play during the second half of the 2012-13 season?
Cody Zeller with a 37.5" max vert and a good 10.82 sec lane agility drill. Best athlete of the centers here from a testing standpoint.
Cavs GM Chris Grant says he doesn't think this is weak draft. Also, expect Cavs to try to be bigger players in free agency than recent years
Predrag Saric of @Sportski_Zurnal talks about Bartzokas’ place in history and the “miracle squad”! eurohoops.net/2013/05/one-on…
On Zeller's wingspan: 6-10 3/4 isn't great for a 7-footer, but it's nearly three inches longer than the 6-8 reported during the season.
Asked CJ McCollum and an NBA GM about sexual orientation questions in draft interviews. Both said it's not happening. aol.sportingnews.com/nba/story/2013…
More about the mystery tootchache suffered by Dennis Schroeder--who won't be in Treviso, raising promise questions: aol.sportingnews.com/nba/story/2013…
Vander Blue and Ricky Ledo on the floor wrestling for the ball. Competition much more intense today. #NBADraftCombine
Reading @torontostar stories on Mayor Ford and crackpipe video, suddenly cracking down on soda doesn't seem so bad. #atleasthealthcareisgood
Thing to keep in mind is there are plenty of guys in the NBA who couldn't shoot a lick between age 18-20 and developed into solid shooters.
In story: A look at who Ranadive might bring from Warriors, & Chris Mullin addressing buzz that he'll be involved - usat.ly/15TmBnJ How B.J. Young shot 40% for 3 as a freshman is one of the world's great mysteries. He's shot the ball 100 different ways here. None working.
For all those saying players could wear lifts: have everyone wear the same brand/type of shoes when being measured.
Gotta feel for Archie Goodwin. He really can't buy a basket here in Chicago. Seems to be a mental thing at this point. He's better than this
At USAT: One chapter ends & another begins for Vivek Ranadive, the new Sacramento Kings owner with much work to do- usat.ly/15TmBnJ Charles Woodson's agent tells AP Woodson will visit with Oakland on Tuesday...would've gone sooner, but he's doing charity work in Ann Arbor
Sally Jenkins on the Caps: "Hear that sound? It’s unmistakable. It’s the sound of a losing attitude." wapo.st/13sPHTR
Without shoes UCLA lottery prospect G/F Shabazz Muhammad stands 6' 4.75". With shoes he's 6' 6.25". He's at 9 percent body fat.
There is no surefire star waiting at No. 1 if the #Suns get lucky in the lottery. It's McLemore or Noel. bit.ly/15TfvQ4
Cody Zeller isn't participating in drills but his strong measurements (wingspan, body fat, vertical) make the combine a win for him
Cody Zeller with a VERY impressive 35.5" standing vertical. Wow. Mason Plumlee 30.5" standing vert
Woodson Needed To Have a Big Game and Did at the Right Time @Knicks_PR thanks to this adjustment theknicksblog.com/knicks/flex-ap… … #Knicks #pacers
Will ask one more time re: measurements from Pre-Draft camp--why do they bother measuring without shoes? Does anyone play without shoes?
Allen Crabbe and Tim Hardaway Jr seem to be showing the highest skill-level in the shooting guard group. Caldwell-Pope struggling again.
Alex Ovechkin texted this photo to the Caps team doctor to make sure he was wearing his walking boot correctly wapo.st/109b6UH
Two Magic strength coaches -- Joe Rogowski and Anthony Harvey -- are helping run the tests, as are other teams' strength coaches.
Nerlens Noel, Ben McLemore, Trey Burke and Shabazz Muhammad all believe they have a shot at being the No. 1 pick: tinyurl.com/ay9phje Two important NBA combine numbers for Shane Larkin: Height without shoes 5-10 1/4. With shoes: 5-11 1/2. (Also, weight 170.8).
Seattle group could not have been any stronger. Deep pocketed, passionate owner(s). Arena deal. Disappointed, but their time will come.
NBA Draft Combine notes from last night: Lakers, Hawks may aim for lottery pick; McCullom, Porter, Muhammad, more. tinyurl.com/axngod9
SG crop is playing something resembling actual basketball now - 4 on 3 half-court. Unfortunately too little to draw any real conclusions...
Excited to spend next 2 weeks in 2 cities I've never been to: San Antonio + Memphis. Right now Dry Rub BBQ is a -130 favorite over TexMex.
Steven Adams vertical looked really impressive from where I saw it. He can get up for a 7 footer.
DX NBA Combine Interviews: Shabazz Muhammad, Glen Rice Jr, Reggie Bullock, Tim Hardaway Jr bit.ly/1099LwY
#Grizzlies will be much tougher test for #Spurs foxsportssouthwest.com/nba/san-antoni… #nba #nbaplayoffs
Five minutes at NBA Draft Combine in Chicago, friend comes over, shaking his head: "Your Mayor. Wow"
Proposed book: collected first-person accounts of City Hall reporters during Ford's tenure. I'll buy 10 copies.
That said, some teams don't like Oladipo's game, think he's just an athlete. Hearing Cavs one of them, although not directly from them.
.@Chris Mannix reports NBA owners offered to refund Hansen $30 million he gave to Maloofs in January. He declined. Very noble.
Chris Copeland gives the Pacers a reason to worry ... My latest story here -- espn.go.com/blog/new-york/… #Knicks #ChrisCopeland
I believe it was @thekeenanwire who said Rob Ford isn't really into being mayor, just running for mayor. That's kind of it.
Indiana G Victor Oladipo came off very well at NBA Draft Combine. Looked great in drills, strong interviews with teams, a hit w/the media.
Jason Whitlock on Billy Hunter lawsuit against Derek Fisher and the #NBA Players Association msn.foxsports.com/nba/story/bill…
How old is the Axtell story? E-N called me on spring break to help cover it. And I couldn't get email at the folks' house.
Steven Adams has created a bit of a buzz the last two days. Crazy to see how far he's come since arriving at ND Prep zagsblog.com/articles/futur…
If Heat make NBA Finals, their home dates would be: Thu. June 6, Sun. June 9, Tue. June 18 and Thu. June 20. Road: June 11, 13, 16.
Congratulations to all my USC friends getting hammered at the 9-0 right now before graduation.
The official measurements have been released at the pre-draft combine in Chicago. Rudy Gobert, as expected, has... sulia.com/c/basketball/f…
One Caps season ticket holder lives in Kuwait, and bought an open-ended ticket to DC for the playoffs wapo.st/19EEVwZ
Ownership sources agree the involvement of David Stern was critical in the process. Kings were in constant contact. Seattle group wasn't.
Sources also say that hedge fund manager Chris Hansen will not file any lawsuits in relation to the Kings/Seattle situation.
With their season in the balance, the #Knicks lived to play another day because of ... Chris Copeland? sulia.com/my_thoughts/cd…
League sources say owners offered to pay Hansen-Ballmer group the $30 million non-refundable deposit they paid the Maloofs. They declined
Combine stats: Heaviest Colton Iverson 262.8, tallest Kenny Kadji 7-3, most body fat Ryan Kelly 14.8, shortest Pierre Jackson 5-10.5
Notable spring/summer Texas graduates: Vince Young, Case McCoy, Austin "169 pitches" Wood, and ... Luke Axtell.
For those that care about such things... the 2013 NBA Draft Combine Measurements.... ow.ly/l8obS The money is great for the trust fund babies, but the Lakers always have to do a lot of splainin' about that huge TV deal. Yes, but...
When the Lakers have won big, they've always had a great player in the post. Could they find themselves without both Pau and DHo next year?
"Barry declined to offer advice for Ford, saying that he's too focused on the residents of Ward 8." is.gd/KIaNSu
Woulda been good training for Jim Buss to dial people up and ask 'em for those big bucks for season tickets. That's why Jeanie's so sharp
The Lakers season ticket sales people are dialing up folks+having interesting conversations about next year. Who'll be back+who won't.
Kevin Durant says it was not a wasted year; has good perspective on hoops, life dlvr.it/3NdnDY
Ainge says Celts need to make major moves regardless of whether Pierce and Garnett stay. bit.ly/106Yw4Z
.@SBN_Ricky introduces you to Dennis Schroder, who will soon become the first German skateboarder in the NBA. sbn.to/14bND5h
The #Suns coaching search began with Lindsey Hunter's interview but moves on to more likely NBA assistant coaches. bit.ly/17F4od4
Twitter game! Longest possible string of linked NBA first and last names. Example: CP3 + Paul George + George Hill = Chris Paul George Hill
On Jasmin Repesa, Unicaja Malaga and the Croatian NT at Eurobasket sportando.net/eng/europe/spa…
Knicks notes: Woodson sticks with Copeland as Kidd and Stoudemire sit and watch : newsday.com/sports/basketb…
I'll say this about Shabazz: He isn't ducking the competition. Most top prospects sit out here every year. Muhammad has been on the court.
A link that works for the video to UA's Solomon Hill talking at the draft combine. bit.ly/14wV3j7
Phil Jax compares MJ and Kobe in detail, Noah says watching Rose not play difficult, Young responds to assault claim: sheridanhoops.com/2013/05/17/sh-…
Knicks didn't want their season to end last night, and sent the series back to Indiana with 10-point win: newsday.com/sports/basketb…
As many are noting, Spurs-Grizz reg season included key absences on both sides & a scheduling quirk. That's the NBA. Still very competitive.
Tweet your Vote @FoxSportsWest for tonight's #Angels poll! Who has the best swing in baseball? #MikeTrout #MattKemp #JoeMauer
Steven Adams continues to tantalize GM's with his potential. Having a very good two days here. His high skill level is real.
Spurs have the depth to give the Grizz problems. Grizz have Gasol & Randolph. Whichever asset outweighs the other should be the difference
Teams are all over the map on Mike Muscala. Some thing he's a major sleeper. Others don't think he's a NBA player at all. I like him a lot.
If you start a column on Derrick Rose with "You owed us more" (my.chicagotribune.com/#section/-1/ar…) I'm going to go ahead and close the tab.
Tony Parker made more 3-point shots than 2-point shots last night. No way that's happened before.
Jeff Withey clearly more of a 5 on 5 guy. Body doesn't look great compared to other big men, and he hasn't been so impressive in the drills.
Spahija for Croatian NT? Repesa: 'He is available and he is ready to take the national team. He is a great coach'
|






















