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USA Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
NBA champion leaves OKC Thunder for Spurs
Such is the nature of the league, the Oklahoma City Thunder saw some roster changes this offseason. After a historic season, the NBA champions will enter the 2025-26 campaign as a popular pick to repeat because of the roster continuity they'll sport. There are a handful of changes, though, particularly at the bottom of the depth chart. After two seasons with the Thunder, Adam Flagler wasn't brought back. He was a two-way player who sporadically played at the NBA level. Flagler signed an Exhibit 10 deal with the San Antonio Spurs. He'll be at training camp with the hopes of getting another two-way deal. If not, he'll likely be signed to their G League squad. The writing was on the wall with Flagler's departure from the Thunder. He signed with the Atlanta Hawks for the 2025 Summer League, which meant he needed to find a new NBA home after the two-week event. He landed in a good spot that's still in a rebuild. Flagler averaged 1.7 points on 25.2% shooting in his two seasons on the Thunder. While he struggled to find his shot at the NBA level, he was a top-notch scorer at the G League. His outside shot helped the OKC Blue bring home the 2024 G League championship. Flagler hopes to extend his NBA career. The 25-year-old went undrafted out of Baylor in 2023. If he's near the end of the road of his time in the league, he has two seasons and a championship ring in his pocket. That's more than what other players with similar starting positions can say.
USA Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
2024-25 Thunder player grades: Adam Flagler
The calendar has flipped to August, which means we've officially hit the low point of the NBA cycle. The next couple of months are the driest part of the year. Everybody has headed to vacation and awaits training camp to kick off the 2025-26 season. The Oklahoma City Thunder continue to enjoy their NBA championship. They had a historic 68-14 regular-season campaign that eventually led to the franchise's first title with a 2025 NBA Finals Game 7 win. They'll enter next season as a favorite to be a rare repeat winner. To reflect on their title run, Thunder Wire will conduct 2024-25 season grades for all 19 players who suited up for the squad at one point during the year. Sixteenth up is Adam Flagler, who spent the year on a two-way deal: 2024-25 statistics: Advanced stats: Significant Percentile Finishes: Contract: Thoughts: If Flagler showed anything in his first two seasons on the Thunder, it's that he isn't afraid to hunt for his shot. The 25-year-old couldn't make an impact at the NBA level, but it wasn't from a lack of trying. He tried to find his outside shot but never could. Flagler spent last season on a two-way deal. Because the Thunder blew teams out left and right, that provided plenty of garbage time for the end of the bench to play in. He logged 37 games. The stats weren't pretty, but he gained a reputation among OKC fans as somebody who leaves it all on the court. While Flagler dominated at the G League level, he didn't translate that success to the NBA. He helped the OKC Blue win a championship in 2024 by being a score-first guard who can light it up from deep. He wasn't afforded those same looks in the NBA. His undersized frame only hindered his ability to get real minutes. There was some hoopla involved with Flager at times last season. When he was given rotation minutes, Thunder fans sighed in frustration. His quick trigger, combined with bad outside shooting luck, made fans feel like they wasted possessions. But when you're at the NBA level, you can't hesitate on your shot. Especially if you're known as an outside shooter like Flagler. The results might've been ugly, but the volume was too small to overreact to. Don't get me wrong, there's no justifying shooting below 20% from the outside, but his shot-taking process was fine. Moving Forward: After a couple of years on the Thunder, it was time for Flagler to move on. He spent the 2025 Summer League with the Atlanta Hawks and signed a training camp deal with the San Antonio Spurs. It's a fresh start the 25-year-old needs if he wants to compete for a roster spot. Perhaps his NBA championship buys him some pedigree. But if Flagler wants another chance at the NBA, he must convince teams that his outside shooting numbers were an aberration and that, instead, look at his G League numbers, where he was afforded time to get into rhythm. If Flagler can't make the Spurs, he's a textbook candidate to return to the G League. He could be a bubble NBA guy who's too good for the G League but not good enough to fit into his ideal role in the NBA. There's also the possibility of going overseas. Either way, Flagler needs a strong preseason. As simple as it might be, his shooting percentages must go up. You can only get so much leeway after shooting 19% from the outside through his first two seasons. That type of efficiency is a career-ender, regardless of the context behind it. But hey, if Flagler is near the end of the road, he carved out a decent career. He spent two seasons in the NBA after going undrafted in 2023. He was part of one of the greatest teams in league history and will have a championship ring. Most players at his spot finish with far fewer accolades and time in the league. Final Grade: D
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Will Tropical Storm Erin impact Daytona, Flagler? See the latest on strengthening storm
All eyes in Florida remain on Tropical Storm Erin as it moves westward across the Atlantic, but it's still too soon to tell what impact the strengthening storm might have on Daytona Beach, Volusia and Flagler counties, according to the National Weather Service. Tropical Storm Erin is expected to begin strengthening soon and is likely to become a hurricane in the next 48 hours, according to the latest advisory from the National Hurricane Center. Erin is moving fast across the Atlantic, at 22 mph. It's forecast not only to become the Atlantic season's first hurricane, but also a major hurricane. A major hurricane is one that's a Category 3 or higher, with maximum sustained winds of at least 111 mph. Officials encourage residents to monitor Erin closely and to be prepared. 'It's still the same message, which is that it's too early to determine any sort of impacts to Central Florida, but it's a good opportunity to make sure that hurricane plans for yourself are in place, that you have your hurricane kit stocked and ready to go,' said Brendan Schaper, meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Melbourne. Those in Volusia and Flagler counties are urged to keep an eye on the forecast and be aware that peak hurricane season is now upon us, the NWS stated. Tropical Storm Erin expected to turn to the northwest, but when? At 5 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12, the center of Tropical Storm Erin was located near latitude 17.4 North, longitude 34.3 West. Erin is moving toward the west near 22 mph, and this motion is expected to continue for the next several days with a decrease in forward speed and a gradual turn toward the west-northwest. Daytona Beach, Flagler area forecast calls for hotter temperatures, rain Looking ahead to this week's forecast, temperatures are expected to trend hotter each day with heat index values approaching 102-107+ degrees, especially later in the week, according to the forecast discussion from the National Weather Service in Melbourne. Near normal rain and thunderstorm chances also are forecast, mainly along the path of the afternoon seabreeze, with higher coverage focused across the interior portions of Volusia and Flagler counties each day. 'It's going to trend hotter, especially later in the week,' Schaper said. 'Friday and Saturday are expected to be a couple of the hottest days, with temperatures to reach the mid-90s for most locations, with heat index values that could rise to potentially 109. 'It's kind of your typical summertime storm pattern.' A moderate risk of rip currents will continue at all area beaches through at least midweek. Those entering the ocean are advised to always swim in front of a staffed lifeguard station and never venture into the water alone. That risk could escalate depending on Erin's track, Schaper said. Daytona Beach weather radar Extended forecast for Daytona Beach Tuesday, Aug. 12: A 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2 p.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90 and nighttime low around 77. Heat index values as high as 102. East southeast wind 5-10 mph. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Wednesday, Aug. 13: A 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91 and nighttime low around 77. Heat index values as high as 102. Light and variable wind becoming east southeast 5-10 mph in the afternoon. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Thursday, Aug. 14: A 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Sunny, with a high near 92 and nighttime low around 78. Calm wind becoming east southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon. Friday, Aug. 15: A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Sunny, with a high near 92 and nighttime low around 78. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph in the afternoon. Extended forecast for Palm Coast Tuesday, Aug. 12: A 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1 p.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 91 and nighttime low around 76. Heat index values as high as 106. East wind 7-11 mph, with gusts as high as 17 mph. Wednesday, Aug. 13: A 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87 and nighttime low around 78. South wind 5-10 mph becoming east in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 16 mph. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Thursday, Aug. 14: A 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88 and nighttime low around 78. Light and variable wind becoming southeast 5-7 mph in the morning. Friday, Aug. 15: A 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Sunny, with a high near 88 and nighttime low around 79. This article originally appeared on The Daytona Beach News-Journal: As Erin moves west in Atlantic what's the danger to Daytona, Flagler? Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
July 4th is more than fireworks in the Daytona Beach area. Concerts, contests and more.
Sure, fireworks are the star of the show on July 4th — and Volusia and Flagler's got them covered with pyrotechnic displays in nearly every community But what about stepping out to try something a little different this year? In Orange City, there's an old-fashioned pie-baking contest. Port Orange is hosting a Coney Island-style eating competition to see who can scarf the most watermelon the fastest. Live music will fill the air, from brass band sounds in Orange City to Eagles' classic hits in Daytona Beach, and much more. Check out all the events taking place in the area during the annual summer celebration of patriotism, family and barbecues: Pie-baking contest in Orange City; pies (in a red, white and blue theme) must be entered by 5:30 p.m. at the red and white tent, with judging at 5:45 p.m. Watermelon-eating contest follows at 7 p.m., with different age groups competing every 30 minutes. Valentine Park, 1511 W. French Ave. Visit for details. Pie-baking, watermelon-eating contest and classic car show in Port Orange, 5:30 - 9 p.m., City Center Municipal Complex, 1000 City Center Circle. Visit for details. Patriotic costume contest and hula-hoop contest from 7 - 8 p.m. in Edgewater, Menard May Park, 413 S. Riverside Drive. Visit for details. Skydive DeLand has an all-day event with discounted skydives, a slip-n-slide for D-license holders, smoke jumps, flag displays and tandem discounts. Cool off in kiddie pools, grab an Independence Day T-shirt and get into the Swoop & Chug challenge. Also, music, barbecued foods and cold drinks (including beer). Cap off the day at 6 p.m. with a DJ, bonfire and specialty holiday drinks at The Perfect Spot. Skydive DeLand, 1600 Flightline Blvd. Visit for details. Our Friends Electric, playing in Port Orange, 5:30 - 9 p.m., City Center Municipal Complex, 1000 City Center Circle. Visit for details. Groove Slayers, playing in Orange City; 5:30 - 9 p.m., Valentine Park, 1511 W. French Ave. Visit for details. Music featuring DJ Tom in New Smyrna Beach, 6 - 9:30 p.m., Riverside Park, 299 S. Riverside Drive, New Smyrna Beach. Visit for details. Eagles tribute band Alter Egos at the Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series in Daytona Beach, 7:15 p.m. concert, Daytona Beach Bandshell, 70 Boardwalk. Visit for details. Hayfire on the main stage and Brad Kriebel on the stage at DeBary's 4th of July Freedom Fest, 6:30 - 9 p.m., Gemini Springs Park, 37 Dirksen Drive, DeBary. Visit for details. Watch the Daytona Tortugas, the minor-league team of the Cincinnati Reds, face off against division rival, the St. Lucie Mets at 6:35 p.m., with gates opening one hour before, at Jackie Robinson Ballpark, 105 Orange Ave. General admission is $8-$10; $11-$13 for reserved tickets; $20+ for VIP. Visit Daytona Tortugas for details. Looking to get out of the heat, at least for a little while, on the Fourth? Enjoy air-conditioned comfort when you buy tickets to the 6:30 p.m. stand-up comedy show featuring Tony Black and Scott Orbany at the Brannon Center, 105 S. Riverside Drive, New Smyrna Beach. Here's the full list of Fourth of July fireworks in the Daytona Beach and Palm Coast areas: Daytona Beach, 9:45 p.m. on the beach near the Daytona Beach Bandshell, 70 Boardwalk. DeBary, no time listed, at Gemini Springs Park, 37 Dirksen Drive. DeLand, dusk, at Earl Brown Park, 751 S. Alabama Ave. Pierson, 9 p.m. at Chipper Jones Park, 128 W. Washington Ave. Deltona, 9:15 p.m. at Dewey O. Boster Sports Complex, 1200 Saxon Blvd. Edgewater, dusk, Menard May Park and Kennedy Park, S. Riverside Dr. and E. Ocean Ave. Lake Helen, 9 p.m. at Blake Park, 493 S. Lakeview Drive. New Smyrna Beach, 9 p.m. at Riverside Park, 299 S. Riverside Drive. Orange City, 9:10 p.m. at Valentine Park, 1511 W. French Ave. Ormond Beach, 9 p.m. at Rockefeller Gardens, 25 Riverside Drive. Port Orange, 9 p.m. at City Center Municipal Complex, 1000 City Center Circle. Palm Coast, 9 p.m. at Flagler Executive Airport, off of Fin Way at South Belle Terre Blvd. This article originally appeared on The Daytona Beach News-Journal: Things to do on 4th of July in the Daytona Beach area
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
How a Salt Lake City underpass became a quasi-park, with an assist from an RSL legend
The Mead Avenue underpass is often overlooked by drivers entering and exiting I-15 at 900 South, and it's easy to see why. Aside from a massive pile of mulch and some scattered trash littered here and there, there isn't much to look at right now. Salt Lake City leaders acknowledge that they've dealt with homeless encampments in the space over the years, especially before a big community cleanup last year. Residents of the Central Ninth neighborhood, who led that cleanup, say it has essentially split their community in two. "It creates a barrier between the northern half and the southern half," said Doug Flagler, chairman of the Central Ninth Community Council. He explained that it's made it difficult for residents from either side to enjoy what the other side has to offer. However, Central Ninth residents have a bold solution for this problem. After last year's massive cleanup, they're now preparing to construct a pair of futsal courts and new bike racks underneath the bridge hanging over the lot. People can play a version of soccer on the smaller, harder surfaces of the courts. Flagler says about a dozen volunteers have been regularly meeting to think of events to keep the space — known as "MeadUp" — active this summer. A preliminary rendering also includes an amphitheater, but Flagler isn't sure that will ever be built. The quasi-park could instead include a space for dogs to run around or a small gym space, with either option to be built in future phases once funding is secured. Their vision received a boost from the city ahead of upcoming construction. Members of the Salt Lake City Community Reinvestment Agency board, composed of the Salt Lake City Council, voted Tuesday to award $50,000 from the agency's State Street Strategic Intervention account. Their vote tacks onto the $16,000 the project has already received from other entities, while other funding requests are pending. The Utah Department of Transportation, which owns the land, is collaborating with the neighborhood to turn its aspirations into a reality, while RSL legend Nick Rimando has also led the charge on adding the futsal courts. "We feel that we have so much energy, and there's just a lot of people involved in what we're doing," Flagler said. Aaron Boyce, a resident of the nearby Ballpark neighborhood and member of the Ballpark Action Team, agrees that residents have long been annoyed with the overpass dividing the neighborhood. It's also an issue he doubts will be addressed in his lifetime. Similar sentiments led the Central Ninth neighborhood to explore alternatives for the space. Community leaders created a subcommittee a little over a year ago to review options to work around the "barrier," which led them to a concept other cities have explored with otherwise dead space. MeadUP, Boyce said, is essentially making lemonade out of lemons. "(It's about) how can you still activate those spaces? How can you still project hope for spaces like (this) even if they're not going to change the way you would want them to?" he said, staring at the vacant lot on Tuesday, pausing amid a bike ride through the neighborhood. Rimando caught wind of the projects after last year's cleanup and got the ball rolling on what could be MeadUP's crown jewel. Now retired, he reached out and proposed a futsal court for the neighborhood through the Rise Athletics Foundation nonprofit he helps run. The soon-to-be National Soccer Hall of Fame inductee said it could be a "key location," being that it's not far from the 900 South TRAX Station and 9-Line bike line, on top of the roads in the area. "These courts are all over the world, and it has been proven to bring community together (and) bring cultures together," he explained. City leaders say they're thrilled with the community-led plan, offering support where they have jurisdiction. The city provided some funding for new lights and trees to be added to the area, while Tuesday's funding adds to the pot of money collected for projects. "In my mind, it's actually the ideal use of strategic intervention funds, where we have a project that couldn't be funded using the typical CPI (capital improvement program) process or other things, but really will make a big difference in reactivating a targeted area within our city," said Salt Lake City Councilman Darin Mano, whose district includes the project area. It won't be long before MeadUP becomes a reality, either. Another cleanup is planned for April 26. A "pop-up" event bringing futsal to the space is planned for May 10, while the Utah Museum of Fine Arts will add new art installations, Flagler told He expects that the final courts won't be completed until June. The newly pledged funding, he adds, should go "a long way" toward making the concept a reality. All of the funding will also help the community bring in food trucks and other events to keep the quasi-park busy in its first summer. 'Our goal is to keep this space activated until we can fully complete the projects there,' he said.
