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
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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
Rochester basketball at NBA Summer League: Lamb stuffs the stat sheet; Carter, Rose meet in head-to-head matchup
By JOHN LIKANJE After being on hiatus for a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic along with the NBA and G-League bubbles, the NBA Summer League was back in action. Rookies, first-year and second-year players represented all 30 teams and competed for spots on the regular season roster during the two-week tournament in Sacramento, Salt Lake City and Las Vegas. This included … [Read more...] about Rochester basketball at NBA Summer League: Lamb stuffs the stat sheet; Carter, Rose meet in head-to-head matchup