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
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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
Stewart looks to add to his game for upcoming NBA season
By PAUL GOTHAM ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- Isaiah Stewart played 22 games in 2020-21 before connecting from behind the 3-point arc. Don't expect the Detroit Pistons center to be as shy from long range this upcoming season. The 6-foot-8 center finished the season 21-of-63 from long range. Encouraging success as he prepares for his second year in the NBA. "I'm working on being able to … [Read more...] about Stewart looks to add to his game for upcoming NBA season
Lamb comes away from first NBA season with clearer understanding of role
By PAUL GOTHAM On April 24th, Anthony Lamb came off the bench to play what was then an NBA career-high 31 minutes. The former Greece Athena and University of Vermont star scored 21 points on 8-of-14 shooting. He connected four times in nine attempts from long range as the Houston Rockets lost to Denver, 129-116. In seven previous appearances for the Rockets, the 6-foot-6 … [Read more...] about Lamb comes away from first NBA season with clearer understanding of role