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Time of India
4 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Why New York Knicks can eye this low-cost option to pair with Jalen Brunson in backcourt?
The New York Knicks are currently not only searching for a new head coach but also looking for an ideal — and affordable — backcourt partner for point guard Jalen Brunson. They need someone who can provide 3-point shooting and solid defense. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A potential solution has emerged i.e. Gary Trent Jr. The current Milwaukee Bucks shooting guard could fill that role in the team. Gary Trent Jr. could be the right fit alongside Jalen Brunson Empire Sports Media's Dylan Backer has suggested that the Knicks should consider pursuing Gary Trent Jr. in free agency. He noted the team needs a consistent scorer, and Trent could be that player. Highlighting the Knicks' shortcomings in their second unit, Backer said Trent's defense could address an area of weakness during the regular season. Trent has already demonstrated his ability while playing for the Milwaukee Bucks. He is known as a strong defensive backcourt player and averaged 11.1 points and one steal per game, while shooting 41.6% from three on nearly six attempts per game. Another advantage is that he is not expected to command a large contract, which could allow the New York Knicks to acquire him without giving up a major player. New York Knicks eliminated from playoffs, coaching change follows Despite high hopes, the New York Knicks were eliminated in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, losing to the Indiana Pacers in Game 6. Soon after, team president Leon Rose announced the firing of head coach Tom Thibodeau via a written statement on social media, a move that shocked many NBA fans and drew criticism. The statement read: "Our organization is singularly focused on winning a championship for our fans. This pursuit led us to the difficult decision to inform Tom Thibodeau that we've decided to move in a different direction.' He also thanked Thibodeau for 'pouring his heart and soul into each and every day' as the Knicks' head coach, highlighting the team's 'tremendous success on the court with four playoff berths and four playoff series victories.' Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Also Read: Potential candidates rumored to replace Thibodeau include Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone, former Knicks lead assistant coach Johnnie Bryant, former Hornets head coach James Borrego, and Cleveland head coach Kenny Atkinson.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Jayson Tatum gives first update on Achilles tear rehab
Jayson Tatum has a grueling road ahead after undergoing surgery for an Achilles tear last month. However, the Celtics star gave a brief optimistic update on his recovery in a post on X Saturday. 'Day 25…days starting to get a little easier,' Tatum wrote in a X post. Advertisement Tatum underwent surgery for his right Achilles tear on May 13 after suffering the injury in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Knicks. His only other public comment since the injury has been an Instagram post on May 14 thanking everyone for their support following the injury. Tatum underwent surgery on his torn Achilles less than 24 hours after suffering the Achilles tear. However, the fast turnaround with the surgery may end up proving to be beneficial according to Brad Stevens. 'Super hard for Jayson, more than anybody,' Stevens said last month about the aftermath of the injury. 'As has been well documented, he loves to play, and I think even missing two games has been grueling for him. So we know that there is a long road ahead and that there's going to be several steps that he'll have to take before he ultimately gets back out on the court, but the positive was we were 15 minutes away from Dr. O'Malley, who is a terrific surgeon, who has done a number of these. '[Team doctor] Dr. Schena was on the phone with him before we left the building on Monday night, and he was out of the MRI and consultation and done with surgery by the time we had an injury report the next day, because there was real benefit to doing it early. So as tough as that injury is and as tough as that was that night, just an amazing set of circumstances, and an amazing thank you from our organization to Dr. O'Malley, the nurses at HSS and everybody there, the hotel that we were staying in and the accommodations they made Jayson feel comfortable in. I thought it was about as good of a transition in about as bleak of a feeling as you could have.' Advertisement In a follow up interview with Chris Forsberg of NBC Sports Boston last month, Stevens elaborated on the potential impact of Tatum's quick surgery on his recovery. 'Blood supply and different swelling benefits early on in those first 72 hours was the timeframe we were talking about,' Stevens said. 'We were fortunate to be there at HSS. I thought they did a great job. Our team doc did a great job of helping organize it. We were there with Brandy and Jayson and Jeff Wexler, his agent and everyone was quick to make that call. I think there's real benefit to that.' The Celtics have not commented on a timetable for Tatum's recovery but Tatum's father indicated to Marc Spears of ESPN that the Celtics All-Star expects to return in 8-9 months. Players who have returned from an Achilles tear in the NBA in the past year have need anywhere from 8-18 months for their recovery before returning to the floor. The Celtics will try to retool their roster around Tatum this summer in the aftermath of a disappointing second round exit this past season. Advertisement 'I mean, I think anytime you're talking about an injury like that,' Stevens said. 'It's another piece of information that you have to ingest and figure out how that affects you moving forward for next year and into the future.' More Celtics content Read the original article on MassLive.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Will head coach Joe Mazzulla change the way the Boston Celtics play?
Will head coach Joe Mazzulla change the way the Boston Celtics play after their early exit from the 2025 NBA Playoffs? The Celtics were sent fishing by the New York Knicks in their Eastern Conference Semifinals second round series with their Atlantic Division rival, and Boston's over-reliance on shots from beyond the arc were arguably a significant factor in what went wrong for the Celtics. To be sure, injuries to Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Kristaps Porzingis, and other key players compounded the matter. But at least some of the blame should fall on a version of Mazzulla ball that was not as complete as it was when the Celtics won the title in 2024. Advertisement The folks behind the "98.5 The Sports Hub" YouTube channel put together a clip from their "Felger and Mazz" show that takes a closer look at such a possibility. Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear what they had to say! This article originally appeared on Celtics Wire: Will head coach Joe Mazzulla change the way the Celtics play?
USA Today
10-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Will head coach Joe Mazzulla change the way the Boston Celtics play?
Will head coach Joe Mazzulla change the way the Boston Celtics play? Will head coach Joe Mazzulla change the way the Boston Celtics play after their early exit from the 2025 NBA Playoffs? The Celtics were sent fishing by the New York Knicks in their Eastern Conference Semifinals second round series with their Atlantic Division rival, and Boston's over-reliance on shots from beyond the arc were arguably a significant factor in what went wrong for the Celtics. To be sure, injuries to Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Kristaps Porzingis, and other key players compounded the matter. But at least some of the blame should fall on a version of Mazzulla ball that was not as complete as it was when the Celtics won the title in 2024. The folks behind the "98.5 The Sports Hub" YouTube channel put together a clip from their "Felger and Mazz" show that takes a closer look at such a possibility. Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear what they had to say!
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Cleveland Cavaliers' Darius Garland undergoes toe surgery following playoff injury
(Image Source - Getty Images) The Cavaliers' chances of making the playoffs look dimmer now that Darius Garland will be out for a long time. Because of the painful injury to his left great toe in the playoffs, Garland was operated on June 9, 2025, and is expected to be out for about four to five months. Since he is not expected to be ready before September, his absence may influence both the squad's guard unit and how the Cavaliers operate during the offseason. Cleveland Cavaliers ' Darius Garland faces extended recovery after toe surgery Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Darius Garland, who is 25 years old, had successful surgery to fix a left great toe injury that affected his play during the 2025 NBA playoffs. The operation was carried out by Dr. Nicholas Strasser at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, with input from Cavaliers team doctor Dr. James Rosneck and Dr. Bob Anderson from OrthoCarolina. The Cavaliers shared that Garland should be back to basketball activities by the beginning of training camp in late September. Garland got hurt on March 23, 2025, and even though he dealt with it during the regular season, he ended up missing four playoff games. He came back for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Indiana Pacers but had a tough time, averaging only 14 points with a shooting percentage of 34.2% in the last three games. The front office of the Cavaliers is now dealing with some key decisions about roster building and possible trades. With Garland's recovery timeline still up in the air, the team might need to check out options to enhance the backcourt. Moreover, Garland's injury could sway the Cavaliers' strategy regarding free agent guard Ty Jerome, who recently enjoyed the best season of his NBA career. As the Cavaliers deal with these hurdles, everyone will be keeping an eye on how much Garland's absence affects them. His leadership and scoring skills played a huge role in the team's success throughout the regular season, and how quickly he recovers will be crucial for the Cavaliers' chances in the next season. Also Read: Jrue Holiday's $32.4M cap hit makes him prime trade candidate for cost-cutting Boston Celtics Darius Garland not being able to play due to surgery is a big disadvantage for the Cleveland Cavaliers as they approach the new season. Even though the team is optimistic about having him during training camp, not knowing for sure leaves the Cavaliers with a challenge during the offseason. In the following months, it will matter a lot how Garland is doing and how the team will move forward while he is absent.
