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TOPCoco Jones & Donovan Mitchell Announce Engagement
Singer-actress Coco Jones and NBA star Donovan Mitchell announced their engagement on Friday, July 14, 2025. They shared the news on social media, posting photos and videos that captured the moment Mitchell proposed by getting down on one knee. The engagement occurred at a tropical resort setting, characterized by palm trees, a lavish pool, and ocean views. This revelation surprised many fans, as Jones and Mitchell had previously kept the details of their relationship private and away from public scrutiny. A representative for the couple confirmed to PEOPLE that Mitchell proposed to Jones during a vacation, following two years of dating. The announcement was highlighted in a social media post by Mitchell.
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TOP'The next Jokic', Portland Trail Blazers fans go crazy over Yang Hansen’s Summer League performance
Portland Trail Blazers fans witnessed the debut of their first-round draft pick, Yang Hansen, at the NBA Summer League and immediately drew comparisons to Nikola Jokic due to his playmaking skills as a 7'1" center. Selected 16th overall in the draft—a surprise as he was considered a reach at that position—Hansen impressed with 10 points, 5 assists, 4 rebounds, and 3 blocks in his opening game, sparking excitement among supporters who are already calling him the future face of the franchise. The Chinese center entered the draft with significant hype from his home country, and his performance amplified comparisons to Jokic, fueled by his work ethic and court vision as a big man. Fans took to social media to question if he should have been the top pick over Cooper Flagg, with one stating that watching Hansen play made them doubt Flagg's selection, while another argued Hansen might have the highest upside in his draft class. After just one Summer League appearance, Blazers fans escalated their enthusiasm, declaring Hansen the cornerstone of the team and ranking him among franchise legends like Damian Lillard and Clyde Drexler. The Jokic parallels intensified, with one fan noting Hansen's physicality as a sign of potential stardom and another labeling him the "next Jokic" after a single assist, reinforced by a Nuggets source referring to him as the "Chinese Jokic."
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South Carolina women's basketball: Aliyah Boston, Allisha Gray, and A'ja Wilson selected in WNBA All-Star draft
The 2025 WNBA All-Star Game will feature A'ja Wilson and Aliyah Boston as teammates on Team Clark, while Allisha Gray will play for the opposing Team Collier. The team selection occurred during a player draft held on Tuesday night. Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark and Minnesota Lynx's Napheesa Collier, the top two vote-getters in the fan vote, served as team captains. They drafted their teams from the pool of eight remaining starters and twelve reserves, with Clark having the first overall pick. Clark selected Aliyah Boston first. Gray was Collier's second selection (fourth overall pick), and Clark subsequently selected Wilson. Team Clark consists of starters Aliyah Boston, A'ja Wilson, Satou Sabally, and Sabrina Ionescu, along with reserves Kelsey Mitchell, Gabby Williams, Sonia Citron, Kiki Iriafen, Jackie Young, and Kayla Thornton. Team Collier includes starters Allisha Gray, Breanna Stewart, Nneka Ogwumike, and Paige Bueckers, plus reserves Courtney Williams, Skylar Diggins-Smith, Angel Reese, Alyssa Thomas, Kelsey Plum, and Rhyne Howard. Aliyah Boston, in her third season, earns her third All-Star appearance. She was second in fan voting last season and fourth in 2022, becoming the eighth rookie to start an All-Star Game. Boston is averaging career-highs of 16.6 points and 3.5 assists, plus 8.3 rebounds and 1.2 blocks, while leading the WNBA in field goal percentage at 59.7%. Allisha Gray is having a career season and is an All-Star starter for the first time, having been a reserve in 2023 and 2024. Last season, she won both the three-point contest and the skills challenge.
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Quiambao rises, Lopez falters as La Salle hits UP with finals Game 2 curse for do-or-die clash
The La Salle Green Archers defeated the UP Fighting Maroons 76-75 in Game 2 of the UAAP Season 87 men's basketball finals. This victory prevented a finals sweep by UP and forced a deciding Game 3. Trailing 73-66 late in the fourth quarter, La Salle mounted a comeback led by two-time MVP Kevin Quiambao. Quiambao hit crucial three-pointers, including one to give La Salle a 74-73 lead with 1:13 remaining. Quentin Millora-Brown and Mike Phillips then exchanged points, resulting in La Salle holding a 76-75 advantage. UP had a chance to win, but Francis Lopez missed four consecutive free throws in the final seconds and committed a turnover after rebounding a missed free throw by Phillips, sealing the win for La Salle. Quiambao finished with 22 points (half in the fourth quarter), 9 rebounds, and 2 assists. Mike Phillips contributed a double-double with 18 points and 12 rebounds. For UP, JD Cagulangan, Francis Lopez, and Gerry Abadiano each scored 16 points. The decisive Game 3 is scheduled for Sunday, December 15, at the Araneta Coliseum.
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New York Liberty defeat Las Vegas Aces 87-78 in buttoned-up victory
The New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces entered their game facing significant struggles. The Aces held a 9-9 record near the WNBA playoff cut line, while the Liberty had lost six of their last nine games and risked falling in the standings. Both teams were depleted, missing key players like Kelsey Plum (traded), Jonquel Jones (injured), Natasha Cloud, and Isabelle Harrison (both injured), making a win crucial for either side. Following a poor offensive performance in their previous loss, Liberty coach Sandy Brondello's message resonated. Leonie Fiebich responded aggressively on offense, finishing with 15 points on a season-high 11 shot attempts. She actively sought mismatches against the Aces' switch-heavy defense. Fiebich attributed her comfort to European experience with switching defenses, emphasizing ball movement and speed. The first quarter featured high-level offense from both teams, though missed open shots kept the halftime score lower at 42-40. Despite A'ja Wilson having a quiet first half for Vegas, the Liberty defense wasn't sharp. While Fiebich defended Chelsea Gray effectively, Jackie Young started strong for the Aces, who also found open 3-pointers due to lapses in New York's attention. A critical moment occurred when A'ja Wilson suffered a hard fall, landing awkwardly on her right wrist. The three-time MVP shot free throws and played briefly more before exiting the game for the night. Initially, the Aces didn't falter, building a seven-point lead shortly after halftime. However, Brondello's strategic substitution of Marine Johannés for Nyara Sabally proved decisive. This "downsizing but up-spacing" move worked perfectly. Kennedy Burke, playing power forward, recorded three steals in the third quarter (finishing with a career-high six steals), igniting the Liberty's transition game and sparking their comeback. When asked about her own performance, Leonie Fiebich highlighted Kennedy Burke's impact, praising her steals and energy as crucial for the team's success that night.
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Pacers Announce Trade, Acquire Guard From West Squad
The Indiana Pacers have acquired the draft rights to Kam Jones, the 38th overall selection in the 2025 NBA Draft, from the San Antonio Spurs. The trade involved the Pacers sending a 2030 second-round pick (originally belonging to the Sacramento Kings) and cash considerations to the Spurs. Jones will wear jersey number 7 and is scheduled to join the Pacers' roster for the Las Vegas Summer League. Jones, a 6-foot-5 guard, played college basketball at Marquette University. During his final season, he averaged 19.2 points, 5.9 assists, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.4 steals per game across 34 starts. He shot 48.3% from the field and 31.1% from three-point range. He demonstrated significant efficiency, finishing seventh in the nation in assist-to-turnover ratio with a mark of 3.17. His collegiate career was marked by numerous accolades: selection to the 2024-25 Wooden All-America team (one of only 10 players), unanimous All-BIG EAST First-Team honors, being named a finalist for the Bob Cousy Award (given to the nation's top point guard), and earning BIG EAST Player of the Week six times (three times in his senior season). The Pacers view Jones as valuable depth at the point guard position amidst offseason uncertainty. He will be competing alongside another second-round pick, Taelon Peter, who is noted as an athletic three-point shooter (45% from three last season). The acquisition of Jones and Peter represents the Pacers' strategy to develop homegrown talent. The organization aims to cultivate these young guards into everyday NBA players, with the upcoming Summer League serving as their initial step towards preparing for the league.
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Kiefer Ravena, Diana Mackey open up on handling miscarriage with strength and hope
Newlyweds and Japan B.League star Kiefer Ravena and beauty queen Diana Mackey revealed they suffered a miscarriage shortly after publicly announcing their pregnancy. The couple shared this heartbreaking news, along with reflections on their wedding day, in a candid interview with Boy Abunda. Diana described trying hard not to cry during her walk down the aisle at their wedding, mentioning Kiefer also cried. Kiefer joked he's usually a hard person to make cry, and they had bantered that Diana would restart her walk if he didn't shed a tear. During the interview, the host asked about Diana's baby bump, prompting the couple to disclose their loss. Diana revealed they lost the baby at seven weeks, just one or two weeks after announcing the pregnancy. Kiefer expressed their belief in God's plan and timing, stating the best outcome was Diana's current health. He added they hope to try again with God's grace, concluding "Life goes on."
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MPBL: Nueva Ecija, Batangas secure No. 2 spots
Adrian Nocum's aspirations to play in the Korean Basketball League (KBL) have been hindered as KBL teams are shifting their focus towards recruiting forwards similar to Arvin Tolentino. Dwight Ramos has indicated a potential move to the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) in 2026. Following another semifinals exit, coach Yeng Guiao plans to make minor adjustments to his team rather than implementing major changes. TNT has secured a return to the PBA Finals, keeping their aspirations for a Grand Slam championship alive. LA Tenorio delivered another remarkable performance, playing a pivotal role in Ginebra's comeback victory. La Salle maintained its undefeated streak, while National University (NU) secured the final spot in the Filoil EcoOil Preseason Cup semifinals cast. NU finished as the runner-up in the BLIA Cup tournament. Tin Cayabyab scored 31 points, leading NU to the championship game of the BLIA Cup. La Salle decisively defeated Far Eastern University (FEU) to preserve its unbeaten record and advance to the Filoil EcoOil Preseason Cup quarterfinals. Andrew Estrella, the head coach of the UE Jr. Warriors, has been appointed as the new head coach of the Letran Squires. The NCAA is ushering in a new competitive format featuring group stages, play-in games, and expanded playoffs for its Season 101. San Beda University secured two general championships, while Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) handed over hosting duties for NCAA Season 100 to Mapua University. A bench-clearing brawl occurred during a game involving Mapua University and a visiting Chinese university team.
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Tyrese Haliburton suffers Achilles injury in Game 7 of NBA Finals
Two-time All-Star Tyrese Haliburton, widely regarded as one of the NBA's top point guards and the primary reason for the Indiana Pacers reaching their first NBA Finals since 2000, was set to play in the pivotal Game 7 against the Oklahoma City Thunder. However, Haliburton's game and his chance to lead the Pacers to victory ended abruptly just seven minutes into the contest. He suffered a leg injury, collapsed on the court, and after evaluation, team doctors informed his father that the injury was to his Achilles tendon. Haliburton was ruled out for the remainder of the game. While Haliburton's absence is a major setback for the Pacers, backup point guard T.J. McConnell received an expanded opportunity to showcase his abilities on the big stage. Despite losing their star player, the Pacers managed to hold a narrow 48-47 lead over the Thunder at halftime.
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Justin Gaethje traded $400,000 Ferrari within hours of beating out Kevin Durant and Rob Gronkowski for prize
Justin Gaethje secured second place at the 2024 Fanatics Fest 'Games', finishing as runner-up to Tom Brady. He outperformed numerous celebrity athletes including Rob Gronkowski, John Cena, Kevin Durant, James Harden, Draymond Green, Russell Wilson, and Odell Beckham Jr., as well as athletic fans, across various sports challenges. Legendary quarterback Tom Brady was the only participant to score higher than Gaethje. Gaethje's participation was unexpected; he was initially scheduled only for a UFC-sponsored meet-and-greet in New York on the event's second day and planned to leave. However, UFC boss Dana White intervened to get him into the competition at the last minute. As a reward for his impressive second-place finish in the three-day event, Gaethje was awarded a Ferrari 296 GTB during the closing ceremony. He shared the stage with Tom Brady, Dana White, comedian Kevin Hart, and Fanatics founder Michael Rubin. Despite winning the Ferrari, Gaethje later revealed he traded the car for $400,000. He stated, "I won a f—ing Ferrari. But I traded it for $400,000 so I really won $400,000. I competed against 50 celebrities and 50 fans, I took second place." Tom Brady received a $1 million prize for winning the tournament.
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PBA tune-up game between Rain or Shine, NLEX halted as former college rivals Arana, Villanueva trade punches
A tune-up basketball game between Rain or Shine and NLEX was stopped on Friday after players Ryan Arana and Enrico Villanueva engaged in a heated brawl at the Meralco Gym. Witnesses reported the fight erupted near the end of the first quarter when Arana attempted a coast-to-coast layup on a fastbreak and was met with a hard foul by Villanueva. A Rain or Shine official described the game as physical, stating Villanueva was waiting with his elbow as Arana went up, prompting Arana to also raise his elbow. Both players fell to the floor, where the physical altercation escalated immediately. Sources claim that after the initial foul, Arana threw the ball hard at Villanueva, who retaliated by punching Arana in the face. Arana also reportedly threw punches. As a result, Arana suffered a bloodied nose while Villanueva sustained a bruise on his eyebrows, along with other minor bruises for both players. Players from both teams rushed to separate the fighting pair. During the commotion, a PBA referee, identified as Emy Tankion, was accidentally kicked. This incident reignites a known rivalry between Arana (a former La Salle player) and Villanueva (a former Ateneo player), who were involved in a famous brawl during their college days. Officials from both teams decided to cancel the scrimmage with a few seconds left in the first quarter and Rain or Shine leading 23-20. Following the cancellation, Villanueva approached Rain or Shine coach Yeng Guiao (his former mentor at Red Bull) offering a truce. Coach Guiao then called Arana over, and the two players quickly settled their differences personally. However, despite their personal reconciliation, both players still face potential penalties from the PBA since the fistfight occurred during a sanctioned tune-up game.
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Beau Belga hilariously plays chess against himself to ward off boredom inside PBA bubble
Beau Belga is engaging in activities to entertain himself within the PBA bubble located in Clark, Pampanga. Following his setup of a "sari-sari store" with Rain or Shine teammate Ryan Araña, he has now turned to playing chess against himself. Belga appeared intensely focused as he played alone, alternately moving the black and white pieces on the chessboard. He captioned a video of this activity, posted on Monday, stating he was "Finding a way not to get bored in the PBA bubble." Belga and Araña recently amused netizens by posting a video showing James Yap "buying" detergent from their sari-sari store. The PBA games are scheduled to resume on October 11.
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Websites of UP, UST, other Philippine schools down due to domain issue
Several schools in the Philippines, including the University of the Philippines, University of Santo Tomas, Adamson University, University of the East, and Polytechnic University of the Philippines, experienced technical difficulties accessing their websites on Friday, January 24, due to an issue with the edu.ph domain. The Philippine Network Foundation, Incorporated (PHNET), the registry for edu.ph domains, stated that servers handling the domain experienced a "heavy load" starting at 10 pm on Thursday, January 23, with resolution being "slower than usual." PHNET president Horacio Cadiz confirmed the issue lasted until 9 pm Friday when more servers were deployed, and websites became accessible again by Saturday morning. Cadiz reported the traffic was "more than five times what we normally get." PHNET is a consortium created with support from the Department of Science and Technology and university representatives to connect Philippine schools to the internet. Institutions must register with PHNET to use the edu.ph domain. Schools like Ateneo de Manila University and STI College, which use the .edu domain, were unaffected. Department of Information and Technology Undersecretary Jeffrey Dy stated that PHNET experienced a distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack, and DICT offered its National Computer Emergency Response Team to assist. A DDoS attack aims to overwhelm a website with simulated traffic, a tactic previously used against news sites like Rappler, Vera Files, and ABS-CBN News. Affected universities confirmed they are coordinating with PHNET. They noted school emails and learning management systems like Canvas and Blackboard remained accessible. However, users on carriers like Globe and Smart may experience problems accessing some online systems.
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MPBL: Davao Occidental mounts winning run with 64-point beating of Imus
Davao Occidental delivered a dominant performance against Imus, securing a 132-68 victory in their MPBL game at Alonte Sports Arena on Friday. The 64-point margin highlighted a complete wire-to-wire triumph. The Tigers established early control with a 30-13 first-quarter lead before exploding for 40 points in the second quarter to enter halftime ahead 70-34. They surpassed the 100-point mark by the end of the third quarter (100-50) and maintained their largest advantage of 64 points until the final buzzer. Biboy Enguio and James Martinez led Davao Occidental's offense with 22 points each. This win marks the Tigers' second consecutive victory following a previous loss to Pasay. Despite JR Sumido's game-high 34 points for Imus, the team fell to 0-4 in the standings. Kenneth Estabillo contributed 11 points and 13 rebounds in the losing effort.
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UAAP: Ateneo faces early adversity after Zel Tsunashima injury
Ateneo coach Sergio Veloso exemplified the team's strong camaraderie following their season-opening loss to Adamson in the UAAP Season 87 women's volleyball tournament at Mall of Asia Arena. This defeat was compounded by a significant setback: key player Zel Tsunashima suffered an apparent serious injury to her left leg during the fifth set. Despite the dual blow of losing the match and potentially a crucial player early in the tournament – a situation that could mentally break a team – Veloso provided vital leadership. He emphasized resilience and faith to Tsunashima after the injury, stating, "God has a purpose. All the time, we talk to the players and we tell them that they need strong hearts and minds but sometimes, God pushes us but we don’t know the purpose." Veloso encouraged her to relax and assured her the injury could be overcome, acknowledging the difficulty given her hard work throughout the season. The injury occurred during a highly intense fifth set against Adamson. Tsunashima hurt her left leg while attempting a block and required a stretcher to leave the court.
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Scottie Barnes superstar comp will get Raptors fans excited for the future
Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes is recognized as one of the NBA's most compelling young players, epitomizing versatility with the potential for significant winning impact. His future was discussed on the Game Theory Podcast by Sam Vecenie and Bryce Simon, focusing on his superstar potential from an archetypal perspective. Vecenie proposed a major archetypal comparison: LeBron James. He clarified this wasn't about Barnes becoming James or reaching his level, but about a similar style – operating in transition, creating shots, grabbing and going, and effectively getting to shots despite not being the world's best shooter. Vecenie noted Barnes lacks James's downhill athleticism, preventing him from reaching that peak, but archetypally, their operational style aligns. The comparison specifically relates to Barnes realizing his absolute maximum potential. Barnes possesses a rare physical profile for a wing: 6'7", 237 pounds, with a 7'2.75" wingspan and 9'0" standing reach, comparable to James at the same age. Beyond physical attributes, Barnes is a gifted passer with exceptional court vision and accuracy, able to create plays from nothing. A signature skill is his ability to penetrate the paint (via post-up or drive) and find open perimeter players. He excels at isolating defenders, getting to his spot, and threading precise passes through tight lanes to find open shooters or cutters efficiently. Combined with his open-court playmaking, this passing ability underpins the James archetype comparison, highlighting the rarity of such large, skilled passers. Barnes has already achieved significant individual success, winning Rookie of the Year in 2021-22 over notable peers and becoming an All-Star just two years later (averaging 19.9 points, 8.2 rebounds, 6.1 assists, 1.5 blocks, 1.3 steals, and 1.7 threes per game that season). Injuries have hampered his last two seasons, causing him to miss 22 games in 2023-24 and 17 in 2024-25. Despite this, when healthy, he nears a complete game, reflected in his 2024-25 averages of 19.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, 5.8 assists, 1.4 steals, 1.0 block, and 1.2 threes per game.
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NBA Sets Salary Cap, Finalizing Scottie Barnes’ Contract With Toronto Raptors
The NBA has set the 2025–26 salary cap at $154.647 million, solidifying Scottie Barnes' rookie-max extension with the Toronto Raptors at five years and $224.2 million. Barnes will earn $38,661,700 next season, exactly 25% of the cap. His salary increases by $3,092,936 annually, reaching just over $51 million in the final year of the fully guaranteed contract, which contains no options or incentives. Barnes missed qualifying for the 30% supermax by not making an All-NBA team last season. Even if he earns All-NBA honors next year, his current contract terms will remain unchanged. The league informed teams the salary cap is projected to rise only 7% for the 2026–27 season, below the 10% maximum allowed under the new collective bargaining agreement. Because Barnes' contract increases by 8% in its second year, it will now grow slightly faster than the cap. Had the cap risen 10%, his salary would have stayed just under 25% of the cap for 2026–27; with a 7% increase, his cap hit is projected to be around 25.2%. While a small difference, this impacts a team managing tight finances like the Raptors. The team faces other decisions, including Jakob Poeltl's player option next summer (with an expected extension discussion) and a potential new contract for Ochai Agbaji if he stays beyond this season. The report concludes that Barnes was always going to receive the maximum contract, and now the specific financial details are confirmed.
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NBA insider gives potential reason why Clippers traded Norman Powell to Heat
The Los Angeles Clippers traded guard Norman Powell to the Miami Heat in a three-team deal involving the Utah Jazz. This move comes as Powell is set to become a free agent after the 2025-26 season, where he would likely seek a significant contract. The Clippers were hesitant to offer Powell a lucrative, multi-year extension despite his career-high 21.8 points per game last season. Concerns stem from his age (32) and the potential for such a contract to become burdensome. According to NBA insider Michael Scotto, the Clippers prioritized future financial flexibility, specifically aiming for significant salary cap space in 2027. They were reluctant to extend Powell long-term with Kawhi Leonard and James Harden already signed through 2026-27. Clearing Powell's salary and having Leonard and Harden's contracts expire after 2026-27 positions the Clippers to potentially pursue major free agents available in the summer of 2027. Potential targets include Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Davis, Donovan Mitchell, and Trae Young (though Luka Doncic is also listed, he's considered likely to stay with the Lakers). Most of these players would need to decline substantial player options to hit the market.
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Welcome to the new Central Coast Council
The NSW Electoral Commission declared the results on September 30, 2024, officially naming 15 new Central Coast councillors. The composition consists of five Labor councillors, five Liberal councillors (including one Independent Liberal), three Team Central Coast councillors, and two Independent conservation-focused councillors. The group includes three former mayors and one former federal Member of Parliament. The first council meeting on October 8 will elect a new mayor and deputy mayor for two-year terms. While any councillor could theoretically be elected, the parties or groups with the most votes are expected to secure the positions. Former pre-amalgamation mayors Lawrie McKinna (Gosford) and Doug Eaton (Wyong) are highlighted as the two most likely mayoral candidates, though former MP Belinda Neal and former Central Coast Council mayor Jane Smith are also potential alternatives. The list includes returning councillors such as Kyle MacGregor (Labor, Wyong Ward), who was suspended with Jane Smith in 2020, and Belinda Neal (Labor, Gosford West ward) and John McNamara (Labor, Wyong ward), both former councillors. New councillors include two from Team Central Coast: John Mouland (Budgewoi ward) and Kyla Daniels (Wyong ward). Other first-time councillors are three Liberals: Trent McWaide (Gosford West), Jared Wright (Gosford East), Rachel Stanton (The Entrance); three Labor councillors: Helen Crowley (Budgewoi), Sharon Walsh (Gosford East), Margot Castles (The Entrance); and Independent Corine Lamont. Candidates have 24 hours from the declaration on September 30 to request a recount. A clarification confirms that Independent councillor Corinne Lamont is named in the article.
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Aggregate 2026 NBA Mock Draft 1.0: First look at Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa, more
The first aggregate mock draft for 2026 has been compiled using eight mock drafts, revealing highly conflicting opinions and significant differences in player evaluations beyond the Top 20 prospects at this early stage. The author advises against "over-scouting" teenagers in high school, suggesting it's better to track their development as they enter college or play professionally overseas. He emphasizes the potential for significant physical and mental changes in young athletes, using his own late growth spurt and Kevon Looney's transformation from a perceived scoring forward into a high-feel big man as examples. Evaluating prospects is further complicated as some freshmen and transfers haven't arrived on campus yet. Additionally, an influx of European talent is occurring this year due to Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities. With colleges implementing salary caps, many international players are opting for college basketball over staying in European leagues where they compete for playing time against seasoned veterans. The rankings reflect a composite score to gauge overall consensus, not the author's personal opinion. The top prospect profiled is Darryn Peterson (Kansas), a 6-5, 195 lb guard with a 6-10 wingspan. He's described as a prototypical jumbo guard who can play positions 1-3, possesses a mature demeanor, and can score from anywhere. He has franchise player potential, can defend multiple positions, and some scouts believe he might be better than 2025's projected #1 pick, Cooper Flagg. His best rank is #1, worst is #2. The second prospect profiled is AJ Dybantsa, a 6-9, 210 lb forward with a 7-0 wingspan. He possesses elite athleticism ("crazy hops"), is a strong defender and "block-hunter" who loves creating turnovers, and excels in transition for highlight finishes. While he has decent handles, he needs to develop his half-court game. He has prototypical size and athleticism to be an All-NBA caliber two-way franchise cornerstone. His best rank is #1, worst is #3.
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NBA Summer League: Jazz rookie Ace Bailey drops 18 points, throws down 2 huge dunks in win over Grizzlies
Ace Bailey delivered a strong performance in the Utah Jazz's 112-111 Summer League victory over the Memphis Grizzlies, contributing 18 points, seven rebounds, and three assists. He connected on 5-of-9 shots in the first half, highlighted by a second-quarter alley-oop dunk off an Isaiah Collier assist, and added another dunk following a rebound in the third period. Kyle Filipowski provided the game's top dunk with a one-handed slam over GG Jackson in the third quarter. Utah secured the win with a pivotal 13-4 run early in the fourth, capped by Bailey's three-pointer. GG Jackson led Memphis with 27 points and five rebounds, supported by Jaylen Wells (23 points) and Cam Spencer (23 points, including 7-of-10 from three-point range). Brice Sensabaugh dominated for Utah, scoring a game-high 37 points with six three-pointers and a critical steal in the final seconds. Jackson's buzzer-beating two-pointer left Memphis one point short of overtime. Sensabaugh, drafted 28th overall in 2023, was complemented by Cody Williams (18 points) and Collier (13 points) for the Jazz. This marked Bailey's second Summer League appearance after an eight-point debut against VJ Edgecombe. The victory improved Utah's Summer League record to 2-0.
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Memphis Grizzlies trade Jay Huff to Pacers, pick up Rockets star
Memphis Grizzlies center Jay Huff (30) shot the ball against the Dallas Mavericks during the first half of their game on Sunday, April 13, 2025, in Memphis. The photo was taken by Wesley Hale for The Daily Memphian. A trade created a roster spot for the Memphis Grizzlies, allowing them to add size and physicality to their frontcourt depth.
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Pasay stuns Davao Occ., Batangas, South Cotabato dump MPBL rivals
Pasay Voyagers staged a dramatic comeback to defeat the Davao Occ. Tigers 57-56 on Friday night at the Cuneta Astrodome. Trailing 52-56, Pasay held the Tigers scoreless and scored 5 points in the final 3 minutes and 41 seconds. Dhon Reverente made a lay-up and Patrick Sleat hit a crucial triple with 9.6 seconds left, securing Pasay's second straight win after an initial loss. Warren Bonifacio led Pasay with 12 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists, supported by Sleat (10 points) and Reverente (9 points, 15 rebounds). Earlier, the Batangas City Tanduay Rum Masters dominated the Imus Agimat 108-79, outscoring them in every quarter. Levi Hernandez starred with 23 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists in Batangas' third straight win. Jeckster Apinan and Oliver Neal Arim contributed 10 points each. Imus, suffering its third straight loss, saw John Rey Sumido score 27 points, with Kenneth Estabillo adding 12 points and 16 rebounds. In another game, the South Cotabato Warriors routed the Muntinlupa Cagers 103-62. Kyle Tolentino led the charge, sinking 7 of 11 three-point attempts. The Warriors built a commanding 100-57 lead, improving their record to 2-1. Larry Rodriguez, Val Acuna, and Chris Dumapig each added 9 points for South Cotabato. Muntinlupa, falling to 0-3, was led by Jasper Cuevas (16 points) and June Longalong (12 points). Batangas currently shares the top spot in the standings with Negros, Paranaque, and Zamboanga. The MPBL continues on Saturday at the Nueva Ecija Coliseum in Palayan City with a triple-header: Rizal vs Bicolandia (4 p.m.), Valenzuela vs Quezon Province (6 p.m.), and Quezon City vs Nueva Ecija (8 p.m.).
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Donovan Mitchell Reacts To Cleveland Cavaliers Losing Key Player
Ty Jerome emerged as a key player for the Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2024-25 NBA season. He averaged 12.5 points, 2.4 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 1.1 steals per game across 70 appearances, shooting 51.6% from the field and 43.9% from three-point range. Jerome has now left the Cavaliers and agreed to sign with the Memphis Grizzlies as a free agent. Sources tell ESPN that he agreed to a three-year, $28 million deal with the Grizzlies, which includes a player option in the third year. Agents Kieran Piller and Mark Bartelstein of PrioritySports negotiated the deal. Following news of Jerome's departure, Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell posted a tribute to his Instagram story, writing "My brother @tyjerome 💯🤞🏾". Jerome contributed to the Cavaliers finishing the regular season with the best record in the Eastern Conference at 64-18. They swept the Miami Heat in the first round of the 2025 NBA playoffs before losing to the Indiana Pacers in five games. Highlighting his efficiency, Jerome shot 56.9% on 218 floaters during the 2024-25 season, the highest floater field goal percentage of any non-center in the entire league. Jerome, originally the 24th pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, has also played for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Golden State Warriors, and Phoenix Suns over his six seasons. Jerome stated that the Cavaliers never offered him an opportunity to return.
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LeBron opts in for $52.6M, watching L.A. moves
LeBron James has exercised his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 NBA season, according to Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul. James, the NBA's career scoring leader, aims to compete for championships and will closely evaluate the Lakers' offseason moves to determine if they can build a title-contending roster. Paul emphasized James' desire for a realistic championship opportunity while acknowledging the Lakers' dual focus on winning now and future planning, stating they will assess what's best for James at this career stage. Entering his record 23rd NBA season at age 40, James remains uncertain about his playing future beyond this year. He holds a no-trade clause and needs 50 games to break Robert Parish's career regular-season games record. A recent dinner conversation snippet shared on social media suggested James' wife wants him to retire soon, adding uncertainty about a potential 24th season. Despite previously expressing commitment to the Lakers – including after Golden State's rejected trade inquiry in February 2024 and following the drafting of his son Bronny James in 2024 – James' long-term future with the team remains unclear. The Lakers signed James to a two-year, $104 million extension in July 2024 after drafting Bronny, creating the NBA's first father-son duo. James, a four-time NBA champion and MVP, recently returned to on-court activities after suffering a sprained MCL during the Lakers' first-round playoff loss to Minnesota. In that series, he averaged 25.4 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game. Following the elimination, James openly expressed disappointment about missing another championship opportunity. Last season, James averaged 24.4 points, 8.2 assists, and 7.8 rebounds, ending his 20-year streak of averaging 25+ points. However, from December 30 onward, he joined Nikola Jokić and Luka Dončić as the only players averaging 25+ points, 7+ rebounds, and 7+ assists.
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Why Daryl Morey is Right to Continue the Practice of "Insanity"
The Philadelphia 76ers are poised to retain their core roster despite a disastrous 2023-24 season. This follows the previous offseason's high-profile signing of Paul George to form a "fearful trio" with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. However, the trio played only 15 games together (going 7-8), contributing to the team's overall 24-58 record – their worst since "The Process" era and causing them to miss the playoffs for the first time since 2016-17. Despite the poor results and likely fan dissatisfaction, team executive Daryl Morey appears to view running back the same plan as the best available option. The article then focuses on Joel Embiid's situation. Just 18 months ago, Embiid was a consensus top-three NBA player en route to a second consecutive MVP, averaging 34.7 points, 11.0 rebounds, 5.6 assists, and 1.7 blocks before a meniscus tear derailed his 2023-24 season. Injuries have always been a major concern for Embiid, dating back to a pre-draft navicular fracture in 2014, and he has never had a fully healthy playoff run. While his games played over the previous six seasons (ranging from 51 to 68 games) are presented as not being a significant outlier in the modern "load management" era, the past two seasons have been interrupted by knee issues. A significant challenge is Embiid's substantial contract; he is due $55.2 million next year, followed by a three-year, $193 million extension, culminating in a $69 million player option for the 2028-29 season.
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Arana injury 'nothing serious' but listed as day-to-day by Rain or Shine in PBA Finals
Rain or Shine guard Ryan Arana sustained an injury described as "nothing serious," but he is likely to miss some games in the PLDT myDSL-PBA Philippine Cup Finals. Tests revealed Arana suffered a sprained ligament on his shoulder. The injury occurred during Game Two of the title series on Sunday night when Arana collided with San Mig's Rafi Reavis while trying to fight off a pick. He was taken to the hospital at halftime after hurting his collar bone in the first-quarter collision. Edison Oribiana, the team's alternate governor, confirmed the diagnosis on Monday. While not serious, he substantiated coach Yeng Guiao's fears that Arana could be doubtful for Game Three on Wednesday. Oribiana stated Arana might miss some games depending on his pain threshold, and his condition is being monitored day to day. Arana played only nine minutes in Game Two, held scoreless, before his injury. Rain or Shine lost the game 80-70, tying the best-of-seven series at 1-1.
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