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
Thomas Bryant’s hot start can’t help Wizards match Bulls’ offense in fourth straight defeat
By JOHN LIKANJE The Washington Wizards entered Tuesday night losers of their first three games. Therefore, it was expected for them to come out of the gates with the determination and motivation to notch their first victory of the season over a winless Chicago Bulls squad. Thomas Bryant brought energy of his own, scoring seven of his 13 points in the opening six minutes. The … [Read more...] about Thomas Bryant’s hot start can’t help Wizards match Bulls’ offense in fourth straight defeat
Isaiah Stewart makes official NBA debut for Detroit Pistons
By JOHN LIKANJE Section V alum Isaiah Stewart (McQuaid/Washington), who was drafted by the Detroit Pistons on November 18th, made his official NBA debut for the franchise, Monday night. With the absences of Blake Griffin (rest) and Jahlil Okafor (right ankle sprain), the team was thin at both the power forward and center positions. This meant an opportunity for Stewart to be … [Read more...] about Isaiah Stewart makes official NBA debut for Detroit Pistons