The 101 greatest nicknames in NBA history - The Rookie Wire
WEBApr 1, 2021 · Some originate as terms of endearment, while others are bestowed as labels of ineptitude. That got us wondering about where some of the greatest players in basketball history — such as Michael Jordan (Air), LeBron James (King James) and Earvin Johnson (Magic) — rank in the pantheon of great NBA nicknames. Baseball, with its long and rich history, once generated vivid monikers such as the ...
Devin Booker: Gracing the cover of NBA 2K was ‘a bucket list thing’
WEBJuly 8, 2022 11:28 am ET. Devin Booker is having himself quite a summer. He just inked a four-year super max contract extension with the Phoenix Suns, he re-upped his partnership with Nike and landed on the cover of NBA 2K23. He joins Michael Jordan, Diana Taurasi and Sue Bird as the cover athletes for the latest installments of the iconic game.
History on this Day: Shaq wins Rookie of the Year with the Magic
WEBMay 6, 2020 · After finishing eighth in the NBA in scoring, Orlando Magic center Shaquille O’Neal was crowned the 1992-1993 NBA Rookie of the Year on May 6, 1993. O’Neal averaged 23.4 points, 13.9 rebounds, 3.5 blocks and 1.9 assists in 81 games played as a rookie. His 13.9 rebounds and 3.5 blocks per game each ranked second among all players in …
NBA 2K21: Complete rookie ratings for each first-round draftee
WEBNovember 20, 2020 5:53 pm ET. Just two days following the 2020 NBA draft, 2K Sports released the complete rookie ratings for each prospect in NBA 2K21 ahead of the 2020-21 season. The popular video was released worldwide on Sept. 4 and features cover athletes Kobe Bryant, Damian Lillard and Zion Williamson across the various platforms.
NBA franchise values: What every team is worth in 2021 - The …
WEBJan 18, 2021 · That’s an increase from 2020, when the average team valuation crossed $2 billion for the first time, according to Forbes. Here is what every team in the NBA is worth in 2021, according to Sportico: 30. New Orleans Pelicans: $1.35 billion. 29. Memphis Grizzlies: $1.36 billion.
How do Shaq’s regular season stats rank in NBA history? - The …
WEBFeb 23, 2022 · Total points scored: 28,596 (8th all time) As a rookie during the 1992-93 season, Shaq averaged 23.4 points per game for the Orlando Magic. From there, he averaged at least 26 points a night for the next ten seasons. O’Neal’s size, strength, and touch simply over-powered opposing defenses. Even during the second half of …
Top 50 NBA salaries for the 2021-22 season - The Rookie Wire
WEBDec 3, 2021 · Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, James Harden and LeBron James are among a handful of players who will earn more than $40 million. With that in mind, Rookie Wire presents the top 50 salaries in the NBA for the 2021-22 season below. [Source: HoopsHype salary database] Griffin will be paid $29,764,126 …
Lakers' Austin Reaves reveals origin of 'Hillbilly Kobe' nickname
WEBSeptember 28, 2021 6:39 pm ET. Los Angeles Lakers rookie Austin Reaves on Tuesday explained the origin of how he got a rather hilarious nickname playing in college at the University of Oklahoma. Reaves, who went undrafted, played two seasons with the Sooners after redshirting following a transfer from Wichita State.
Mavericks news: Rookie Alex Fudge signed to two-way contract
WEBMar 5, 2024 · Alex Fudge, who went undrafted in the 2023 NBA draft out of Florida, signed a two-way contract with the Dallas Mavericks on Monday, the team announced. The news was first reported by Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.. Fudge signed a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers in July. He made four appearances with the team in the regular season, totaling four points and two rebounds in 14 minutes ...
NBA future draft picks: Ranking all 30 teams by most draft capital
WEBAug 20, 2022 · Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images. Incoming: 2. Outgoing: 5 (2 first-rounders, including a swap with Pelicans in 2023) Total overall: -3. For more coverage on the Lakers, visit LeBron Wire. 17. Portland Trail Blazers. Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images. Incoming: 3.