By KEVIN L. SMITH Auburn's dominant first half and a big lead at the break proved to be too much for St. Bonaventure to overcome in its 77-60 loss to the Tigers on Friday in the Legends Classic championship game at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. "Auburn is a well-balanced and very deep team. They put us on our heels in the first half," Bonnies coach Mark Schmidt said … [Read more...] about Auburn’s dominant first half the difference in Bonnies loss at Legends Classic
Bonnies men’s basketball signs first player to 2024 recruiting class
By KEVIN L. SMITH The St. Bonaventure men's basketball team on Monday brought on its first member for the 2024 recruiting class, according to a release. According to Bonnies coach Mark Schmidt, 6'9" wing Ebrahim Kaba commitment to the program. "He's an athletic, highly skilled scoring wing who can really rebound," Schmidt said. "He fits our system and is a great kid … [Read more...] about Bonnies men’s basketball signs first player to 2024 recruiting class
NBA Recap: Thomas Bryant contributing to Heat’s current win streak
By KEVIN L. SMITH Rochester native Thomas Bryant has contributed well to the Miami Heat's current six-game winning streak. In three appearances for the Heat in the past week, the 6'10" center has had a few buckets and around five rebounds per game, along with a couple of blocks. Bryant is averaging 5.6 points and 4.0 rebounds per game in nine games for Miami. Bryant … [Read more...] about NBA Recap: Thomas Bryant contributing to Heat’s current win streak
Game Preview: Bonnies men’s basketball opens season at home against Longwood
By KEVIN L. SMITH The St. Bonaventure men's basketball team kicks off its 2023-24 campaign at home against non-league foe Longwood on Monday. It's the first time the Bonnies and Lancers will square off in the respective programs' histories. It's also only the second time that Bonas will face a Big South opponent, with the first one a 79-72 win over Presbyterian at a 2007 … [Read more...] about Game Preview: Bonnies men’s basketball opens season at home against Longwood
NBA Recap: Isaiah Stewart continues to contribute for Pistons
By KEVIN L. SMITH Rochester native Isaiah Stewart contributed well for the Detroit Pistons in the past week. In the Pistons' 110-101 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers last Wednesday, the 6'8" center finished with 12 points, six boards, four assists and a steal in 33 minutes. Then on Thursday in Detroit's 125-116 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, Stewart had 11 points, … [Read more...] about NBA Recap: Isaiah Stewart continues to contribute for Pistons