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Eastern Notes: Ball, Agbaji, Turner, Vucevic, Raptors Tanking

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Hornets coach Charles Lee heaps a lot of praise on his star player LaMelo Ball. However, there are areas where Ball can continue to grow, he told Roderick Boone of the Charlotte Observer. “The goal for him is to continue to get better every day and I think try to work on his leadership,” Lee said. “But outside of the leadership, just being a great two-way player on both sides … [Read more...] about Eastern Notes: Ball, Agbaji, Turner, Vucevic, Raptors Tanking

Anthony Edwards, Coby White Named Players Of The Week

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Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards has been named the Player of the Week for the Western Conference, while Bulls guard Coby White has won the award for the Eastern Conference, the NBA announced today (via Twitter). It’s the second time in Edwards’ career – and the first time this season – that he has earned Player of the Week honors. He led the Timberwolves to a 3-0 week from … [Read more...] about Anthony Edwards, Coby White Named Players Of The Week

Clippers Point Guard Makes Soft LA Olympics Commitment

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Los Angeles Clippers point guard Ben Simmons is hoping to stay in sunny California at least a little longer. That’s not just with regard to playing for the Clippers, who signed him shortly after he reached a contract buyout agreement with the Brooklyn Nets. He’s also eyeing the 2028 Summer Olympics, which will be hosted by Los Angeles. “That’s what I’ve always wanted — to play … [Read more...] about Clippers Point Guard Makes Soft LA Olympics Commitment