Author: Michael Curtis

Indiana Pacers, Syracuse Basketball

Oshae Brissett signs 10-day contract with Indiana Pacers

Former Syracuse basketball player Oshae Brissett has signed a 10-day contract with the Indiana Pacers, according to ESPN senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski. Brissett, a 6-foot-8 forward, is coming off a commendable season in the G-League where he averaged 18.6 points, 9.7 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 12 games with the Fort Wayne Mad Antz. He earned 2nd team All G-League honors last season. In … Continue reading Oshae Brissett signs 10-day contract with Indiana Pacers

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Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, Portland Trail Blazers, Syracuse Basketball

Carmelo Anthony talks secret meeting that sent him to the New York Knicks on 10th anniversary of trade

Today marks the 10-year anniversary of when the New York Knicks acquired Carmelo Anthony in a trade from the Denver Nuggets. The former Syracuse star was part of a blockbuster multi-player deal that sent him to the Big Apple, along with Chauncey Billups, Shelden Williams, Anthony Carter and Renaldo Balkman, in exchange for Wilson Chandler, Raymond Felton, Danilo Gallinari, Timofey Mozgov, a 2014 first-round draft … Continue reading Carmelo Anthony talks secret meeting that sent him to the New York Knicks on 10th anniversary of trade

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Chicago Bulls, Detroit Pistons, NBA, Syracuse Basketball

Jerami Grant explodes for career-high 43 points, but it’s not enough in Detroit Pistons’ loss to Chicago Bulls

Jerami Grant is building a strong case to become the first All-Star player for the Detroit Pistons since 2019. The former Syracuse basketball forward continued his breakout season with a career-high 43 points in Wednesday’s 105-102 loss to the Chicago Bulls. It’s the first 40-point game of Grant’s career and the sixth time this season he’s either tied or recorded a new scoring feat. Grant … Continue reading Jerami Grant explodes for career-high 43 points, but it’s not enough in Detroit Pistons’ loss to Chicago Bulls

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Carmelo Anthony sinks go-ahead free throws to propel Portland Trail Blazers past Philadelphia 76ers

Carmelo Anthony has proven himself time and time again as a guy you want with the ball in his hands when the game is on the line. He’s made clutch shots in the Carrier Dome. He drilled game-winners during his prime years with the Denver Nuggets and New York Knicks. Thursday night was no different as the former Syracuse star forward cashed in two late … Continue reading Carmelo Anthony sinks go-ahead free throws to propel Portland Trail Blazers past Philadelphia 76ers

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Portland Trail Blazers, Syracuse Basketball

Carmelo Anthony scores season-high 23 points, passes Oscar Robertson for 12th on NBA’s all-time scoring list

Former Syracuse basketball star Carmelo Anthony used his trademark pump fake, followed by a fadeaway to score one of the most important baskets of his 17-year career Tuesday night. The basket was significant because it moved him into 12th on the NBA’s all-time scoring list, passing Hall of Fame point guard Oscar Robertson. Anthony entered the game needing 12 points to eclipse Robertson and achieved … Continue reading Carmelo Anthony scores season-high 23 points, passes Oscar Robertson for 12th on NBA’s all-time scoring list

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Portland Trail Blazers, Syracuse Basketball

Carmelo Anthony passes Dominique Wilkins for 13th on all-time scoring list

After a series of between-the-legs size-up dribbles, former Syracuse basketball star Carmelo Anthony drained a 3-pointer over Washington Wizards forward Rui Hachimura to move him into 13th on the NBA’s all-time scoring list. The milestone basket allowed Anthony to eclipse Atlanta Hawks legend Dominique Wilkins — also known as the Human Highlight Film — in the Portland Trail Blazers’ 132-121 win over the Wizards on Tuesday. Anthony … Continue reading Carmelo Anthony passes Dominique Wilkins for 13th on all-time scoring list

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Detroit Pistons, Syracuse Basketball

Jerami Grant drops career-high 31 points in Detroit Pistons’ loss to Milwaukee Bucks

The Detroit Pistons’ Jerami Grant is getting an opportunity to show he’s capable of being more than a viable rebounder and defender. The former Syracuse forward has shown an improvement in his versatility as a scorer in the first eight games of the season, including Wednesday’s 130-115 loss in which he tallied a career-best 31 points to go along with 10 rebounds. Grant connected on … Continue reading Jerami Grant drops career-high 31 points in Detroit Pistons’ loss to Milwaukee Bucks

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Los Angeles Lakers, Memphis Grizzlies, NBA

Kobe Bryant’s final game in Memphis: A road trip to remember

Kobe Bryant is gone. It still doesn’t feel real. Finding the right words to describe this unimaginable loss has been a challenge for the past month. There’s nothing I can write that hasn’t already been expressed, but nothing beats a personal experience. My favorite memory of Bryant occurred from the club-level seats of the FedEx Forum on Feb. 24, 2016. The Los Angeles Lakers shooting … Continue reading Kobe Bryant’s final game in Memphis: A road trip to remember

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Denver Nuggets, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, Milwaukee Bucks, Oklahoma City Thunder

Giannis Antetekounmpo, James Harden leads All-NBA selections

Let the debates begin. The NBA released its All-NBA teams Thursday afternoon, and leading the pack were Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetekounmpo and Houston Rockets guard James Harden, who were unanimously selected. Antetokounmpo’s had a stellar season, averaging career-highs in points (25.9), rebounds (12.3) and blocks (1.9), while adding 4.9 assists. Harden, who’s looking to repeat as league MVP, received his third straight unanimous selection. … Continue reading Giannis Antetekounmpo, James Harden leads All-NBA selections

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LA Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, NBA

LeBron James returns from injury, leads Los Angeles Lakers to overtime victory over LA Clippers

Coming off a strained groin injury, LeBron James played 40 minutes and led the Los Angeles Lakers to a 123-120 overtime win over the LA Clippers on Thursday. After being listed as “day-to-day” for the past five weeks, James wasn’t his usual explosive self, but he still managed to flirt with a triple double — scoring 24 points, grabbing 14 rebounds and dishing out nine … Continue reading LeBron James returns from injury, leads Los Angeles Lakers to overtime victory over LA Clippers

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