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USA Today
24-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Wendell Green Jr. earns All-Kosovo Superliga Player of the Year award
Wendell Green Jr. earns All-Kosovo Superliga Player of the Year award Former Auburn guard Wendell Green Jr. took home a trio of awards for his contributions overseas on Thursday. The 22-year-old, who now plays his basketball for KB Bashkimi Prizren in Kosovo, took home the Eurobasket All-Kosovo Superliga Player of the Year, Import Player of the Year, and Guard of the Year awards this week. The former Auburn point guard was given the accolades after an impressive season in which he averaged 16.3 points per game on nearly 48% shooting from the field. Green also averaged just under 4.5 assists per contest, while averaging over a steal (1.3) per game throughout KB Bashkimi Prizren's 23 league game campaign. The Detroit, Michigan native turned the Pistons up a notch in non-league play, where Green Jr. averaged well over 20 points per game (23.2) over a five-game stretch in the Iceland-Bonus League. His 23.2 points per contest led all scorers over that small stretch of action. Still just 22 years old, the undersized, 5-foot-11 guard is putting together the type of overseas statistics that could put some NBA teams on notice. While Green Jr.'s success hasn't reached the heights of fellow Auburn alumni Jared Harper's, the former is much younger, leaving him a much better opportunity to see action for a G League or NBA Team in training camp next summer. The former Tiger last played in the United States 2023 as a member of the Maine Celtics. Prior to that, Green Jr. had a brief stint with the Cleveland Cavaliers, where he appeared in Summer League action before spending the season with the G League team. Contact/Follow us @TheAuburnWire on X (Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Auburn news, notes, and opinion. You can also follow Brian on Twitter@TheRealBHauch
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Angel Reese's Former Sky Teammate Receives Polar Opposite Fate in China
Former Chicago Sky guard Chennedy Carter is finding success in the Women's Chinese Basketball Association (WCBA) after facing a tumultuous journey in the WNBA. Carter, who joined Wuhan Shengfan in the WCBA, was recognized for her remarkable achievements, earning multiple awards, including Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year and Import Player of the Year. ' Advertisement She also claimed the Guard of the Year award, a testament to her all-around talent and impact on the court. Finishing the season with an impressive stat line of 32 points per game (PPG), three steals per game and an average of 31 minutes per game, Carter has become a dominant force on the court. Her all-around game, which also includes strong defense and playmaking, has made her one of the most feared players in the WCBA. The news was shared by a fan page named Chennedy Report on X. Carter's move to China comes after a challenging stint in the WNBA, where her career was marked by ups and downs. Advertisement In 2021, she was suspended by the Atlanta Dream for "conduct detrimental to the team" following a heated argument. This led to her trade to the Los Angeles Sparks, but she faced similar issues, eventually being waived by the team. Chicago Sky guard Chennedy Carter (7) looks on during the first half at Wintrust Krzaczynski-Imagn Images The Sky signed Carter for the 2024 season, under head coach Teresa Weatherspoon. One of the most controversial moments of Carter's WNBA career occurred during a game between the Sky and the Indiana Fever. After scoring, Carter delivered a hard shoulder check to Caitlin Clark, sending her to the floor. The incident led to a flagrant foul being called on Carter. The Sky, under new management, opted not to extend a qualifying offer to Carter, citing the need for changes in team chemistry. Advertisement Recently, Carter defended her actions, explaining that it was a competitive play and not a personal attack. A user on X shared a clip of her statement. Carter's time in China, however, has given her a fresh opportunity to prove herself on the international stage. Her fate in the WCBA stands in sharp contrast to the struggles she faced in the US, offering her a new chapter to rewrite her career. Related: Angel Reese Reacts to New Drake Song After Avoiding Kendrick Lamar Drama
