By JOHN LIKANJE The Detroit Pistons (0-4) and Washington Wizards (0-5) entered the New Year as the NBA's remaining winless teams. At the end of the inaugural day of the calendar year, that ceased to be the case and both squads can thank the lone Rochester natives on their roster. Thomas Bryant and Isaiah Stewart were integral in their teams' first win of the season. Here is a … [Read more...] about Rochester basketball at the NBA level: Bryant, Stewart put teams in the win column
Former UR coach Mike Neer recalls the late Mark Nunge
By JOHN LIKANJE Mark Nunge was known as a basketball player, a doctor and a father of five children. But, to people who were personally acquainted with him, including former University of Rochester head coach Mike Neer, he was also a "really good guy." Neer, who was at the helm of the program from 1973 to 2010, coached Nunge from 1985 to 1989. He still vividly recalled his … [Read more...] about Former UR coach Mike Neer recalls the late Mark Nunge
Thomas Bryant finishes just shy of career-high; Wizards drop fifth straight to end calendar year
By JOHN LIKANJE Thomas Bryant entered Thursday's contest with a pair of huge quarters already under his belt this season. Both came against the Orlando Magic in Games 2 and 3 in which the former Bishop Kearney star netted the majority of his points in the third quarter. Thursday evening, Bryant exploded for yet another huge period. This time it was the second as he poured in … [Read more...] about Thomas Bryant finishes just shy of career-high; Wizards drop fifth straight to end calendar year
Top 25 Wrap: Clark leads Virginia in ACC opener; Ohio State’s Ahrens dials it up from deep
ALCORN STATE (0-5) 76No. 2 BAYLOR (8-0) 105MaCio Teague led six players in double figures with 18 points as Baylor wrapped up non-conference play. Big 12 Preseason Player of the Year Jared Butler netted 6-of-8 field goals, including 3-of-4 from long range, for 17 points along with three assists and one steal. Matthew Mayer posted 14 points and five rebounds off the bench. Zach … [Read more...] about Top 25 Wrap: Clark leads Virginia in ACC opener; Ohio State’s Ahrens dials it up from deep
Top 25 Wrap: Brandon Rachal hands Houston its first loss; Montez Mathis paces Rutgers
DIXIE STATE (4-2) 67 NO. 1 GONZAGA (9-0) 112 Gonzaga continued its offensive tear as the Bulldogs scored their season-high behind 25 points from Corey Kispert. The senior shot 10-of-16 from the field and 4-of-6 from three. Joel Ayayi added on a 21 point performance to go along with 11 rebounds and six assists. Oumar Ballo scored his season-high 17 points off the bench. For … [Read more...] about Top 25 Wrap: Brandon Rachal hands Houston its first loss; Montez Mathis paces Rutgers