Courtesy of GoGriffs.com Former Canisius guard Billy Baron '14 has been selected as one of 16 players who will participate in the USA Basketball Men's AmeriCup Team training camp, USA Basketball announced Monday. The group of 16 players boast NBA, NBA G League and international playing experience. The training camp, which will be used to select the national team that will … [Read more...] about Former Canisius Guard Billy Baron Chosen for USA Basketball Training Camp
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Thursday Forecast: 2017 NBA Draft
By SAMEER KUMAR 1. Philadelphia 76ers - Washington Freshman PG Markelle Fultz 23.2 points per game, 5.7 rebounds per game, 5.9 assists per game Fultz is the clear cut pick #1 pick in this year's draft. A core of Fultz, Ben Simmons, Joel Embiid (assuming he stays healthy) and Dario Saric will be dynamic for years to come. The Upper Marlboro, MD native's ability to shoot … [Read more...] about Thursday Forecast: 2017 NBA Draft
Durant garners MVP; Warriors win finals 4-1
GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS 129 CLEVELAND CAVALIERS 120 (GSW WINS 4-1) OAKLAND - Kevin Durant exploded for 39 points, seven rebounds and five assists to help the Warriors defeat the Cavaliers 4-1 in the series and secure their second NBA championship in two years. Durant, who picked up Finals MVP, averaged 35.2 PPG, 8.4 RPG and 5.4 APG in this year's finals. Stephen Curry poured … [Read more...] about Durant garners MVP; Warriors win finals 4-1
Warriors sweep Jazz
Golden State Warriors 121 Utah Jazz 95 (GSW wins series 4-0) UTAH - Draymond Green recorded a triple-double with 17 points, 11 assists and 10 rebound as the Golden State Warriors reached their third straight Western Conference Finals. Stephen Curry netted a team high 30 points, dished out seven assists and collected five rebounds. Klay Thompson added 21 points while Kevin … [Read more...] about Warriors sweep Jazz
Celtics take commanding 2-0 series lead
Boston Celtics 129 Washington Wizards 119 (OT) (BOS leads series 2-0) BOSTON - Isaiah Thomas scored a career playoff-high 53 points, and the Celtics took game two of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Anthony Bradley and Jae Crowder netted 14 points a piece. Al Horford added a double with 15 points and 12 rebounds. John Wall recorded a double-double with 40 points and … [Read more...] about Celtics take commanding 2-0 series lead