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Gabe Vincent, the umpteenth asset released by the Heat | NBA

29Jan

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Gabe Vincent, the umpteenth asset released by the Heat | NBA

Arrived in Miami in January 2020 through a “two-way contract”, Gabe Vincent has since continued to progress within the franchise of Pat Riley, renowned for its internal development work. For his third season in Florida, the "combo-guard" has thus settled for good in Erik Spoelstra's rotation. With averages of 8.9 points and 3.2 assists in 23 minutes this season, he brings real added value to the Heat. Like other undrafted players before him, who found their place in Florida. Current club leader, authoritarian leader of the Eastern Conference, the 25-year-old is having a blast. In the absence of Kyle Lowry, who has missed the last six games for personal reasons, the Californian by birth has joined the five majors and he shines there: 13.6 points and 5 assists in six games, and f...

29Jan

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According to private information, Tom Brady is about to end his career

Munich/Tampa Bay – After the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' dramatic playoff exit, the rumor mill about the future of star quarterback Tom Brady is in full swing.As "CBS" reports, several sources from the closest environment of "TB12" should still be convinced that the future Hall of Famer is preparing for his resignation and will soon make an official statement."He has a lot of respect for the game and the Tampa organization and everything they've done for him," said a source close to the quarterback, but not identified.And further: "He understands the impact this decision would have on the team and he would never want to do anything that could jeopardize the playoffs. Whatever he decides, I expect him to announce it soon."The 44-year-old has yet to be specific about his plans, but according to...

Gary Payton II never wants to leave the Warriors again | NBA

29Jan

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Gary Payton II never wants to leave the Warriors again | NBA

Can we win at the Warriors without an outside shot? In addition when we play on the back posts. Gary Payton II probably wondered, and to give himself the best chance of staying at Golden State, he decided to redouble his efforts in training, focusing on corner shots, there. where you usually find an Andre Iguodala, or a Harrison Barnes a few years ago. The goal is not to be the third "Splash Brother", but to be able to sanction the defenses that have left him free since his arrival in the NBA. Result: he shoots 64% this season, including 38% from 3-pointers. In five years, he had shot only 86 times from 3-pointers. After 30 matches, he is already at 79 shots. “He worked on his shooting, and he started the season with a lot of confidence” stresses Steve Kerr. “He does a great ...

Race to the MVP: Joel Embiid now favorite of bookmakers | NBA

29Jan

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Race to the MVP: Joel Embiid now favorite of bookmakers | NBA

Symbol of the uncertainty of the MVP race this season, the Las Vegas bookmakers have just validated a seventh change of favorite. Since yesterday, and after a big streak of 18 games in which he averages 34 points and 11 rebounds, it is thus Joel Embiid who has taken the lead in the predictions! Thanks to this big passage, with 14 wins for 4 losses for his team, the Cameroonian is now listed as a possible MVP with a rating of 3.6 while he still had a rating of 50 on January 16... He is now ahead of Stephen Curry (4), Giannis Antetokounmpo (4.25), Nikola Jokic (5) and Ja Morant (15). As a reminder, it was Luka Doncic who was the bookmakers' favorite at the start of the season. On October 23, he was joined by Stephen Curry and Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Golden State point guard th...

28Jan

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NBA – Moritz Wagner praises brother Franz: “Sky is the limit”

Cologne (SID) - National basketball player Moritz Wagner praised his brother Franz for his strong NBA debut season. "Numbers are always one thing, but I'm impressed by his consistency and maturity," said Wagner in the DAZN interview: "Sky is the limit. It can go on like this for a long time."In the Orlando Magic, who drew him in eighth place in the 2021 NBA draft, Franz Wagner is currently trumping alongside his brother. He averages 15.5 points, 4.7 rebounds and 3.0 assists. The 20-year-old forward is considered a contender for the Rookie of the Year award.Franz, meanwhile, learns a lot from his brother. In terms of the discipline and professionalism that Moritz shows every day, he is "one of the best you can see on an NBA team," he said. Before the Wagner brother, who was 24 years...

28Jan

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Rugby – Top 14 – LOU

In the absence of Melvyn Jaminet retained in selection, it is the Argentinian passed by the LOU who takes over the interim. On the Lyon side, Sopoaga will start at the opening, associated with Jean-Marc Doussain, Leo Berdeu released by the Blues being on the bench. On the one hand, the maintenance operation, on the other the final phase ambition. After his precious victory in Biarritz (23-25), Perpignan wants to continue on his lawn against a LOU who beat him a fortnight ago in the Challenge Cup (6-37). But USAP's priority is the championship, not Europe, and the team lined up on Saturday has nothing to do with the youth that Patrick Arlettaz had lined up for the occasion. read also Top 14 schedule and results Lyon, impressive at home but who have only won one away match (in Biarri...

All-Star Game 2022: DeMar DeRozan’s revenge | NBA

28Jan

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All-Star Game 2022: DeMar DeRozan’s revenge | NBA

Ironically, it was on the plane from Chicago to San Antonio that DeMar DeRozan learned of his tenure at the next All-Star Game. Like a captain on board, it was Zach LaVine who took the microphone to announce the good news to the whole team. “Your attention please, this is the captain speaking to you from flight number 8, the LaVine flight. We're on our way to San Antonio with some big news to announce for our guy DeMar DeRozan and his fifth All-Star Game selection this year." Arrived in Illinois from the Spurs, DeMar DeRozan took a step forward in Chicago, already reinforced at the end of last season by the arrival of Nikola Vucevic, his former teammate at USC University. The one who considered himself "the sacrificed lamb" which allowed Toronto to recover Kawhi Leonard in 2018 ...

27Jan

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Leon Draisaitl and Edmonton Oilers continue to win

Frankfurt am Main – Ice hockey star Leon Draisaitl is on the upswing with the Edmonton Oilers in the NHL.The Canadians defeated the Nashville Predators 3-2 after a penalty shoot-out and celebrated their third win in a row.Draisaitl was not involved in the goal, in the penalty shoot-out he missed the chance to take the lead. Strike partner Connor McDavid scored the decisive hit in the shootout with a magic hit. Grubauer with strong performance in surprise victoryGoalkeeper Philipp Grubauer also celebrated a win. The 30-year-old showed a strong performance and saved 23 shots in the surprising 2-1 after overtime of the Seattle Kraken against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Tim Stützle, on the other hand, had to put up with a small setback after two wins. With the Ottawa Senators, the young sta...

All-Star Game 2022 | LeBron James and Kevin Durant captains! | NBA

27Jan

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All-Star Game 2022 | LeBron James and Kevin Durant captains! | NBA

Unsurprisingly, and in the continuity of the final score dating from last week, these are LeBron James (West) and Kevin Durant (East) who finish at the top of the votes aimed at designating the holders of the All-Star Game 2022 (the 71st in history). Therefore, and as in 2021, the Lakers winger and the Nets winger will be the captains of Team LeBron and Team Durant. They will therefore each be able to select the 11 other players who will walk the floor of Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse with them on Sunday, February 20, once the announcement of replacements has fallen next Thursday. “With them”, or almost, since we recall that Kevin Durant will not be able to hold his place in Cleveland, due to his recent knee injury. Which means that he will be replaced in the five by one of the rep...

Rugby – Top 14 – Racing 92 – Laurent Travers before Toulouse

27Jan

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Rugby – Top 14 – Racing 92 – Laurent Travers before Toulouse

Facing Toulouse this Saturday in the Top 14, Racing 92 manager Laurent Travers wants to focus on the state of mind of his team, currently 8th in the Championship, to try to get closer to the top six in the standings. Laurent Travers (Racing 92 manager): “We are several teams not to have played last week, so we find ourselves with Toulouse, in the same configuration. In this regard, I think that the two teams will be on an equal footing. We know they are in a better position than ours, so it's up to us to do what it takes to play the best game possible and get back on track. As in the European Cup matches. Laurent Travers, manager of Racing 92. “We know where we are stepping and they too have not played. They will be in a positive configuration, especially with the players they can ...