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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

By JOHN LIKANJE In what has already been a strange year for the NBA, Thomas Bryant and the Washington Wizards matched up with the Orlando Magic for the second straight night. Although the Wizards left the arena on the short end of the stick yet again, the former Bishop Kearney star did his best to lead the team to victory. Here is a review of how Bryant performed in Game … [Read more...] about Thomas Bryant’s second straight third-quarter surge not enough against Magic

By JOHN LIKANJE Thomas Bryant and the Washington Wizards hosted their division rival, the Orlando Magic, for their home opener and first of a two-game set. The Wizards were seeking to bounce back from a tough defeat in Philadelphia. The Magic sought to build off their season-opening victory over the Eastern Conference champions and in-state rival, the Miami Heat. After a slow … [Read more...] about Thomas Bryant comes alive in second half against Vucevic, Magic

By JOHN LIKANJE Thomas Bryant and the new-look Washington Wizards suited up, Wednesday night, for their first regular season game in 132 days. Although it wasn't the result they sought, the former Bishop Kearney star made his presence known against his counterpart, Joel Embiid. Here is a review of how Bryant performed in the season opener: Thomas Bryant, Washington … [Read more...] about Thomas Bryant displays defensive effort in season opener against Embiid, Sixers

By JOHN LIKANJE Saturday was the last day of the preseason, meaning most teams used this opportunity to either activate their full-time starters or limit their minutes in advance of Opening Night. For the Detroit Pistons and Washington Wizards, it was no different. However, just because it was the preseason doesn't mean it was the right time for Thomas Bryant to shine. Here is … [Read more...] about Rochester basketball at the NBA level: Bryant bounces back; Stewart finishes solid preseason