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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ex-NBA Guard Sends New York Knicks Warning After Game 5
Ex-NBA Guard Sends New York Knicks Warning After Game 5 originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Knicks managed to keep their NBA Title hopes alive by defeating the Indiana Pacers in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Advertisement The Knicks still trail Indiana 3-2, but live to play another game as the series shifts back to Indianapolis for Game 6, where the Knicks will have to fend off elimination once again. New York seemingly did everything right, particularly on the defensive end of the court. They held Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton to a combined 23 points on 7-of-20 shooting. © Brad Penner-Imagn Images Ex-NBA guard sends New York Knicks warning The Pacers had chances to climb back into the game, cutting the Knicks' lead to single digits twice. But every time it felt as though momentum was shifting, the Knicks would make a big shot or get a key turnover to keep things going their way. Advertisement Former NBA guard Jay Williams was particularly impressed with the Knicks and is feeling optimistic about their chances of coming back to win the series. "That team that we saw last night, ... is not only the reason why they have a chance to win this series, but that gives them a fighting shot against OKC," Williams said. "I will still have OKC favored, but if that [Knicks] team shows up, that will give them their best odds to compete for a World Championship." While Williams may be putting the cart before the horse, the Knicks' performance was impressive. They made Tyrese Haliburton incredibly uncomfortable, picking him up the length of the floor. While Haliburton didn't have a turnover, the Knicks forced the rest of the Pacers into 20 of them. Advertisement If the Knicks can win Game 6 in Indianapolis, the odds would likely be in their favor for winning Game 7. This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
23-05-2025
- Politics
- USA Today
Ex-NBA player Lamar Odom met with boos from hecklers at Trump's crypto dinner
Ex-NBA player Lamar Odom met with boos from hecklers at Trump's crypto dinner Show Caption Hide Caption Trump hosts crypto dinner for biggest $TRUMP coin buyers The president hosted top investors in his meme coin and rewarded the biggest buyers with gifts worth about $100,000. Lamar Odom soaked up plenty of adulation during his time in the NBA, including two championship victories with the Los Angeles Lakers. But on May 22 he was met with boos as he entered a dinner for top investors in President Donald Trump's cryptocurrency venture. Protesters gathered outside Trump's club in Sterling, Virginia, heckled Odom along with everyone entering the venue, as seen on a video the former NBA-player-turned-crypto-entrepreneur posted on social media. One protester called out, "Hypocrite!" Another held up a sign saying "Don the Con." Others had a banner reading "No Kings." Democrats and ethics experts have sharply criticized Trump's crypto businesses, saying they offer wealthy people access to and an opportunity to influence the president. The dinner for top purchasers of the $TRUMP meme coin is a vivid example of that, critics said, with 220 top investors getting prized time with the commander in chief. A group of congressional Democrats sent a letter to the Department of Justice on May 22 urging the agency to investigate whether Trump's crypto dinner violates the federal bribery statute or the foreign emoluments provision in the Constitution. The emoluments clause bars any U.S. official from accepting 'any present' of 'any kind whatsoever, from any King, Prince, or foreign state.' However, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters on Thursday that it's "absurd for anyone to insinuate that this president is profiting off of the presidency." Though the White House refused to publicize the list of dinner guests, some revealed publicly that they attended. Odom posted on social media that he was "fired up" to be at the event, although the video only showed the jeers of protesters as he walked into the club. "Think about it – what meme coin has ever done this?" Odom wrote. Odom also has a meme coin of his own, which he promoted in the post. A 14-year NBA veteran, Odom was in the spotlight for his marriage to Khloé Kardashian and made appearances on her reality television show "Keeping Up With the Kardashians." The couple also had a show, "Khloé & Lamar." In 2015, Odom was found unconscious in a Nevada brothel after a drug overdose. The pair's divorce was finalized in 2016.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Georgia Tech WBB sends strong message by hiring top assistant
After a decade of success at UConn, Ben Kantor has joined the Georgia Tech women's basketball program as an assistant coach under head coach Karen Blair. Kantor arrives in Atlanta fresh off helping UConn win the 2025 National Championship and brings a resume packed with experience at the highest level. Advertisement During his two years as a full-time assistant coach, UConn made back-to-back Final Fours, went undefeated in Big East play, and captured four conference titles. Over 10 seasons with the Huskies, Kantor contributed to two national championships and eight Final Four appearances. Blair expressed excitement over Kantor's arrival and detailed their longtime professional relationship. They have a shared vision for success at Georgia Tech. 'Adding a coach with Ben's national championship and Final Four experience is a game-changer, Blair said. Related: Ex-NBA and Georgia Tech standout sues Fulton County after release from prison Kantor's coaching journey began in support roles, including video coordinator stints at SMU, Memphis, and later UConn. He was also a temporary assistant during UConn's 2020-21 season impacted by COVID-19. His early career included assistant roles at Colgate and Houston Baptist. Advertisement Kantor, a University of Illinois graduate and former women's team practice player, expressed gratitude for the opportunity, highlighting the chance to reunite with Blair. 'We've talked about this day for over 15 years,' he said. 'To finally work together again and help bring her championship vision to life is both humbling and exciting.' Kantor's addition gives Georgia Tech a coach with proven success and a clear commitment to excellence.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Georgia Tech pitcher turns heads with ACC Player of the Week honors
Georgia Tech junior right-handed pitcher Brady Jones was named the ACC Pitcher of the Week on Monday. This reflects games played between May 5-11. Jones took the mound and tossed a complete-game one-hit shutout against No. 20 Louisville on Sunday, May 11. The outing was the first one-hit shutout by a Yellow Jacket since 2011 and the first against a ranked opponent since at least 2000. Advertisement The outing marked Jones' first career complete game and was the seventh consecutive start in which Jones has lasted at least five innings. With five strikeouts in Sunday's victory, Jones is now tied for the Georgia Tech lead with 65 strikeouts this season. Related: Ex-NBA and Georgia Tech standout sues Fulton County after release from prison Jones is the third Jackets player to earn conference POTW honors. Center Fielder Drew Burress (March 17) and pitcher Mason Patel (Feb. 24). Related: Georgia Tech WBB sends strong message by hiring top assistant Georgia Tech opens a road finale series against Duke on Thursday, May 15 (6 p.m. ET on ACCN).
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Ex-NBA Player Surprisingly Leaves Warriors Duo Off Key Playoff List
The Golden State Warriors are just one win away from advancing to the second round of the NBA Playoffs. As Warriors fans know, getting even this far wasn't a guarantee. At their lowest point, the Warriors were the No. 12 seed looking up at a stacked Western Conference. Advertisement Mike Dunleavy pulled the trigger on what could be a franchise-altering move when he traded away Andrew Wiggins to bring in six-time All-Star Jimmy Butler. Ex-NBA player omits Warriors duo from list Butler's impact was immediately felt and the Warriors went 23-7 in the regular season with Butler. After Butler left Game 2 with a pelvic contusion, the Warriors allowed Jalen Green to score 38 points. Stephen Curry picked up the slack in Butler's Game 3 absence and scored 36 points. Butler returned for Game 4 and the Warriors needed every bit of his production. He led the team with 27 points, 14 of which came in the fourth quarter. He was 12-for-12 from the free-throw line in the game and 5-for-5 in the final minute to help the Warriors hold off the Rockets. Advertisement For the series, Butler is averaging 26 points per game, as is Curry. However, despite the top-tier production, former NBA Player Chandler Parsons hasn't been impressed. In a recent segment for FanDuel TV, he gave his five best duos in the NBA Playoffs. Noticeably, Curry and Butler were omitted from the list. Instead, Parsons named Jayson Tatum /Jaylen Brown, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander/Jalen Williams, Donovan Mitchell/Darius Garland, Jalen Brunson/Karl-Anthony Towns and Jamal Murray/Nikola Jokic. There are plenty of arguments to be made for and against this list. While Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is favored to take home the Most Valuable Player Award, seeing Williams in a list of top duos over a pair like Curry and Butler may leave fans scratching their heads.
