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Time of India
5 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
NBA Legend Isiah Thomas showers praise on coach Mark Johnson's basketball legacy
NBA Legend Isiah Thomas showers praise on coach Mark Johnson's basketball legacy (Image Source: Getty) Former NBA player and Hall of Famer, Isiah Thomas, who also led the team, Detroit Pistons back in the 80s and 90s, has had an experience with a very different set of players and environment. In an interview, Isiah Thomas talked about how the NBA has changed in the last few decades, and credits coach Mark Johnson for his leadership and contribution. How the NBA changed from the 80s In an interview from 2023, Isiah Thomas opened up about several aspects of his life. He spoke about who he believes was the best defender and the rivalry between him and Scottie Pippen was developed. On the All The Smoke Podcast, he speaks up. Isiah Thomas - Part 1 | Ep 176 | ALL THE SMOKE Full Episode | SHOWTIME Basketball He said , 'The eras are different, some people say the 80s was the best era for basketball, while some people have said the 90s wasn't one of the greatest eras of basketball, then, 2000s, as the rules started changing, and coaching schemes started changing, when you say the game has evolved, has the game really evolved? and what does that mean when we say it has? What has changed and the guy who doesn't get credit for changing the game in this so-called evolution of the game, his name would be coach Mark Jackson. ' Further he says, 'Let me tell you how Mark Jackson changed the game, because he saw a guy named Steph Curry, and a guy by the name Clay Thomson, and Mark Jackson as a coach made it acceptable for Steph Curry and Clay to shoot from that range, people shot from the range, but people didn't do it as part of their offensive scheme.' Who were Isiah Thomas' best defenders? Much talked about rivalries were shaped by good games and brilliant results, that made the player focus on different aspects of the game. In an interview, Thomas opens about his rivalry with Scottie Pippen, despite the mutual respect they had for each other. Regarding who he believed were the best defender, Thomas named Dennis Rodman and Scottie Pippen. He said: 'As a defender, he doesn't get enough credit, when we talk about the greatest and best defenders that have ever played in the NBA, Chicago had two of them — Rodman and Scottie Pippen, Scottie was different, At his best, I may have to say that he and Rodman were the one-two best defenders to ever play the game. I want to give him his respect and his props. And then, as a facilitator, Scottie — he was the real deal.' Also Read: NBA Legend Charles Barkley Throws Direct Criticism At Karl-Anthony Towns' Face After New York Knicks' Game 5 Win Against Indiana Pacers It has been a pleasure for Isiah Thomas to be able to see how the NBA has turned out over the years, for its fans, for the players, for the coaches and most importantly, for the teams.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Why do older women appeal to NBA players? Matt Barnes has a perfect answer to the burning question
Why do older women appeal to NBA players? Matt Barnes has a perfect answer to the burning question (Image Source: Getty Images) Something unexpected happened on a quiet April day in 2025. During a normal episode of All The Smoke Podcast , former NBA star Matt Barnes said something, causing many listeners to break down. It was not about basketball, statistics or wardrobes. There was something personal. Something raw, and it was about love. Matt Barnes sat faced with guest writer Jason Wilson, and opened like never before. And what he shared about NBA players and their dating choices, especially with older women, posed real conversations far beyond the court. Something unexpected happened on a quiet April day in 2025. During a normal episode of All The Smoke Podcast, former NBA star Matt Barnes said something, causing many listeners to break down. It was not about basketball, statistics or wardrobes. There was something personal. Something raw, and it was about love. Matt Barnes sat faced with guest writer Jason Wilson, and opened like never before. And what he shared about NBA players and their dating choices, especially with older women, posed real conversations far beyond the court. Matt Barnes reveals why NBA players date older women Matt Barnes, a former NBA player who won a championship in 2017 with the Golden State Warriors , recently spoke about dating habits among players in the NBA. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Đăng ký Undo He stated that older women can bring a sense of security and feel like home for younger partners. He stressed that being a successful athlete demands a partner who is mature and supportive. During the podcast, Matt Barnes stated, "Older women have been through life. They understand the pressure we are facing and offer a level of support that is difficult to find elsewhere." He emphasised that relationships with older women may be more grounded, which is beneficial for athletes who work on their careers. Matt Barnes Reveals Why NBA Players Dating Older Women. This perspective sheds light on the personal choices of athletes and the factors that affect their relationships. The full discussion can be found at The All Smoke Podcast episode with Jason Wilson. Matt Barnes shared his personal experiences of his marriage Matt Barnes was born on March 9, 1980, in Santa Clara, California, and had a diversified education with an African-American father and an Italian mother. He faced many challenges, including drug exposure, violence and the loss of his mother at 27. In April 2025, Matt Barnes shared his emotional departure on the podcast. He revealed that it's been 30 years since he has cried and said, "I'm starting to feel it now. I feel like I'm almost pouring from an empty cup." This emotional detachment, he admitted, contributed to the end of the relationship with groom Anansa Sims. Anansa Sims, the daughter of Beverly Johnson's model, began dating Matt Barnes in 2018 and was involved in December 2022. They have 2 children together. Sims also has 3 children from a previous relationship. At the beginning of 2025, Sims accused Matt Barnes of infidelity and criticised his lack of emotional support for their mixed family. She urged him to seek therapy and build a stronger spiritual basis. Also read: Former NBA star blames Boston Celtics' loss on Jayson Tatum's torn Achilles, predicts Indiana Pacers will defeat New York Knicks Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
