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USA Today
an hour ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Dwight Howard chooses between Kobe Bryant and LeBron James
Dwight Howard chooses between Kobe Bryant and LeBron James The hot debate these days is whether Michael Jordan or LeBron James is the greatest player in NBA history. Many still give the nod to Jordan, who led the Chicago Bulls to six championships in the 1990s and never lost in the NBA Finals. For some people, there is also a hot debate about whether James or Kobe Bryant was a better player. There are those who believe that Bryant, the late Los Angeles Lakers legend who led the franchise to five world titles, was a superior player because of his sublime scoring skills and incredible abilities in crunch time. Dwight Howard is an incredibly lucky man, as he got to play with both Bryant and James during his Hall of Fame career. During an appearance on the "Club 520" podcast, he appeared to give James the nod as the overall better player, but with one caveat — a big one. 'Everything combined, you got to give it to LeBron,' Howard said. 'Scoring-wise, I got to say I like Kobe. If it's late in the game, I'm giving the ball to Kobe. I'm not going to give the ball to LeBron late in the game. I'm going to give it to Kobe.' While one could argue James is the better scorer, especially since he's the NBA's all-time leading scorer, Bryant was definitely much more skilled in that category. He was, according to many, the superior player in crunch time, and much of his legend is based on how he regularly rose to the occasion under pressure. In fact, the late Dr. Jack Ramsay, one of the greatest coaches and teachers in basketball history, once called Bryant the greatest closer in the history of basketball. He said that Bryant would not only hit the game-winning shot, but prior to that, Bryant would hit a series of shots or make plays to bring the Lakers back from a deficit and put them in position to win. While James has hit his share of clutch shots during his 22-year career, some feel he has faltered in big moments or simply failed to deliver too often.
New York Post
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Jeff Teague describes Tom Thibodeau coaching style with hilarious impression after stunning Knicks ouster
Former NBA guard Jeff Teague explained Tom Thibodeau's coaching style and addressed misconceptions that he's difficult to play for after the Knicks fired their head coach Tuesday. During the latest installment of his 'Club 520' podcast, Teague mimicked Thibodeau while he discussed playing under him in Minnesota from 2017-19, when Thibodeau was the Timberwolves' head coach and team president. Advertisement 'Thibs has got a way of like letting you be you,' Teague said. 'Everbody thinks Thibs is this hard coach to play for, that he's like, 'Ahh, you got to do it this way.' 'He really don't say s–t …. He don't be like, 'Teague go here' or 'Do this.' 'He don't really be coaching you, he just kind of be like, 'Damn!' Dammit man! Damn!' That's all he say … You can shoot any time. You can run anything.' Advertisement 3 Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau on the sidelines during the Eastern Conference finals series against the rival Pacers in the 2025 NBA Playoffs. Getty Images Teague's cohosts DJ Wells (Darren Wells), and Bishop B. Henn laughed over his impression of Thibodeau. The Timberwolves fired Thibodeau in January 2019 after he led Minnesota to the franchise's first playoff appearance in 14 years during the 2017-18 season. Advertisement 3 Jeff Teague reacted to the Knicks firing their head coach Tom Thibodeau after he led the team to its first Eastern Conference finals in 25 years, where they were ousted by in six games by the rival Indiana Pacers. YouTube/Club 520 He posted a 97-107 record with the franchise. Teague — a first-round pick in the 2009 NBA Draft who retired after winning a championship with the Bucks in 2021 — explained that Thibodeau, who's known for his defensive prowess, is stuck in his ways. Advertisement Follow The Post's coverage of the Knicks' stunning firing of head coach Tom Thibodeau 'Thibs that's my dawg, I love him to death, but he doesn't let anybody do anything [on the coaching staff] … those [other] coaches can leave,' Teague said. '… He definitely needs to let somebody run the offense. There are some young creative minds on that bench. I know a people who can see the game in a different way. He should just use them sometimes. But he calls every play … I don't think he should've been fired but he definitely needs offense.' 3 Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau coaching his team in the huddle during Game 3 of their Eastern Conference finals series against the Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana on May 25, 2025. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post The Knicks fired their head coach three days after they were ousted from the Eastern Conference finals in six games by the rival Indiana Pacers. It was the Knicks' first conference finals appearance in 25 years. Thibodeau — who signed a three-year extension with the Knicks last summer — led the Knicks to back-to-back 50-win seasons for the first time since 1995. He has a 48-55 playoff record as a head coach.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
'You'll Think I'm Crazy': NBA legend Dwyane Wade shares wild confession about his game-winning moves
'You'll Think I'm Crazy': NBA legend Dwyane Wade shares wild confession about his game-winning moves (Image Source: Getty Images) What if one of the biggest NBA players told you that his secret weapons were not perfect form, elite exercises or fancy coaches, but something everyone else laughed at? Dwyane Wade, a three-times NBA champion, just revealed a shocking truth about the "ridiculous" shots he practiced alone in the gym. Shots that looked like jokes until they won real matches. What were these weird moves? And why did Wade think they meant more than anything else? Dwyane Wade's unique practice approach In a conversation at the 'Club 520 podcast', Dwyane Wade discussed his habit of practicing unconventional shots. He focused on the importance of imagination during the solo gym, and stated: "I constantly work on my dumb shots. I believe that you should utilize your imagination whenever you want, alone in the gym. Now is the time to do all the stupid things.' Wade believed that these imaginative practices prepared him for unpredictable situations during games. Jeff Teague on Kevin Durant to Rockets, Klay Thompson vs. Dwyane Wade, BEST Big 3 | Club 520 A remarkable example of this was during the 2006 Eastern Conference Final. In Game 4 against Detroit Piston, Wade executed a remarkable shot from the backboard from a challenging angle late in the fourth quarter. This was not a fluke; It was the result of dedicated practice. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The latest digital trends at automatica 2025 automatica | Messe München Explore Undo Dwyane Wade performance in that series was exceptional, on average 26.7 points, 5.5 assists and 5.2 rebounds over six games. The effect of practicing unusual shots Dwyane Wade's obligation to practice unconventional shots sets him apart from many players. He felt that it was crucial to prepare for unexpected scenes. "You never know when you will need you." The thinking allowed him to perform complex plays under pressure and contributed significantly to the success of the team. Dwyane Wade's approach acts as a lesson for hopeful basketball players, embracing creativity and practicing a wide range of photos can be advantageous. Wade's dedication to this practice not only improved his performance, but also strengthened his reputation. Also Read: The NBA marks 75 years since Nat 'Sweetwater' Clifton became the first Black player to sign a contract 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.
USA Today
14-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Celtics' Jaylen Brown needs to step up in Jayson Tatum's absence
Celtics' Jaylen Brown needs to step up in Jayson Tatum's absence After losing to the New York Knicks on Monday, May 12, the Boston Celtics stand on the brink of elimination. Joe Mazzulla's team is trailing the series 3-1, and will be without Jayson Tatum, who suffered an Achilles tear, for the remainder of the postseason. As such, Boston could be eliminated from the playoffs in front of their hometown crowd on Wednesday, May 14. Of course, the Celtics still have enough talent to put up a fight. Jaylen Brown will spearhead the offense, and all eyes will now be on Kristaps Porzingis to step up, after struggling throughout the playoffs thus far. Losing Tatum will hurt, but the Celtics should at least remain competitive in his absence. Former Celtics guard Jeff Teague shared a similar sentiment during a May 13 episode of his "Club 520" podcast. The veteran ball-handler noted how Brown must step up and prove himself to be the star that many say he is. Teague also discussed Tatum's injury, the impact it will have on Boston, and the potential recovery timeline Tatum is now facing. You can watch the full podcast episode by clicking on the embedded video above. Watch the "Taylor Talks Celtics" podcast on: YouTube: Website:
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Could the Boston Celtics trade Jaylen Brown if the New York Knicks sweep their team?
Could the Boston Celtics trade star forward Jaylen Brown if the New York Knicks sweep their team? If you ask former Boston floor general Jeff Teague, such a drastic move is definitely on the table for the Celtics if things go as bad as they could in Boston's 2025 NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals second round series against their Atlantic Division foes. In both Game 1 and 2 of the season, the Georgia native was part of the problem behind the Celtics dropping a 20-point lead in both contests. And while it would be very much unfair to suggest he bears the bulk of the blame in either outcome, his large salary (and significant talent) makes him a prime option for the team's front office to move, per the Boston point guard alum on his "Club 520" podcast recently. Advertisement Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear what Teague had to say about the prospect of Brown being dealt if the Celtics get swept by the Knicks in the second round. This article originally appeared on Celtics Wire: Could the Celtics trade Jaylen Brown if the Knicks sweep their team?
