The Detroit Pistons announced on Monday that the team plans to honor former St. Bonaventure Bonnie the late Bob Lanier this season. Players on the Pistons will wear a "16" stripe, Lanier's number throughout his National Basketball Association career, on the the upper-right section of their jerseys throughout the 2022-23 campaign. Detroit will also host a Bob Lanier tribute … [Read more...] about Detroit Pistons to honor former Bonnie Lanier
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Pucko: Bill Russell’s Rochester Connection
As seen on The Rochester Press Box There's not much to know about Sihugo Green He was a basketball star at Duquesne University in the 1950s. He had an unspectacular NBA career that lasted parts of eight seasons and fails to include any memorable moments. He died young, at age 47, of cancer, some 42 years ago. So why do we care today? Because he holds an important, albeit … [Read more...] about Pucko: Bill Russell’s Rochester Connection
Athena’s Lamb helps Rio Grande to G-League title
By PAUL GOTHAM Former Greece Athena standout Anthony Lamb scored 18 points and grabbed seven rebounds to help the Rio Grande Vipers to a 131-114 victory and a sweep of the 2022 NBA G-League finals. Lamb connected on 6-of-14 shooting from the floor including 4-of-9 from behind the 3-point arc. The 6-foot-6 forward scored four straight late in the third quarter to give Rio … [Read more...] about Athena’s Lamb helps Rio Grande to G-League title
Osunniyi entering NBA Draft while maintaining college eligibility
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO Osun Osunniyi announced on Sunday that he is entering his name into the NBA Draft while maintaining the option to return to college for a fifth season. Osunniyi could return to St. Bonaventure, or transfer to another institution, if he withdraws his name from the NBA Draft pool by June 1- the NCAA's deadline for underclassmen and seniors with the option to … [Read more...] about Osunniyi entering NBA Draft while maintaining college eligibility
Thomas Bryant makes long-awaited return for Washington Wizards
By JOHN LIKANJE It was a long time coming. Former Bishop Kearney star Thomas Bryant made his return to the NBA. The 6-foot-10 center made his 2021-22 season debut Wednesday, recording six points, one rebound and an assist in 11 and a half minutes in the Washington Wizards' 112-106 victory over the Orlando Magic. This was Bryant's first appearance since January 10, 2021 … [Read more...] about Thomas Bryant makes long-awaited return for Washington Wizards