KD and Brown met for the first time in five years. The touching story of Pope and Becky Harmon. So many big dunks.
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- KD – LeBron’s first game since 2018 ⭐
- Friday: Preseason Finals 🏀
- Pop and Becky’s coaching relationship🔗
- “Who He Plays For” Guide 🤦
- Colorful pre-season fit 💧
LeBron vs. Dunk Day and Thursday 💥
The two great players will face off for the first time since the NBA on Christmas Day 2018. NBAE
In their first game in 1,759 days, Kevin Durant beats LeBron James, Suns beat Lakers, 123-100in the preseason finale between the two teams.
💥Thursday Night Dunk Party💥
The Ant-Man GIF at the top embodies tonight’s theme, because monster dunk Performed well in every game in the league.
Marvin Bagley III meets Chet Holmgren under the basket “Welcome to the Alliance” Moment | Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images
Here’s a rundown of the best failures we’ve seen:
- Celtics 127, Hornets 99: Boston’s Jaylen Brown drives the lane and throws punches on the play Authoritative one-handed dunk …he also made one 75 feet In this game, but right after the buzzer sounded
- Pistons 118, Thunder 116: detroit rookie Orsar Thompson shows altitude, throwing down an alley-oop with his right hand. Jalen Duren also joined the fun, completing an alley-oop from Cade Cunningham. Two-hand contact dunk.But Duren’s other dunk attempt was blocked by Holmgren. 2 lots
- Timberwolves 114, Bulls 105:Watch lane opening hours Anthony Edwards, Minnesota put down the hammerChicago’s Nikola Vucevic makes smart decision to avoid posters
- King 116, Jazz 113: Kings get first preseason win Malik Monk 23 points and 8 points.Utah’s Collin Sexton continued the theme of the night, calling for Convert an alley-oop and throw it down
- Nuggets 103, Clippers 90:Nikola Jokic Flirting with three pairs (25 points, 14 points, 8 AST) 1 of those 8 points went to Aaron Gordon in the preseason finale at Denver reverse alley-oop dunk. Jamal Murray was not to be outdone and found Gordon for his own alley-oop. AG knocked down with power
Tonight: Smart, Embiid to make preseason debuts
The reigning MVP at the 76ers’ open practice. | Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images
The 2023 NBA preseason may end tonight, but 2 key players This is their first time on the court before the 2023-24 season opener.
Joel Embiid in Philadelphia
- this Reigning Kia MVP The two-time scoring champion is expected to return to action on Friday when the 76ers host the Hawks (7 ET, NBA TV)
- Although the 76ers were voted by league general managers The most unpredictable team This season, Philadelphia has a chance to post 50+ wins for the third straight season, something they haven’t done since the mid-80s.
Marcus Smart (Memphis)
- Smart is expected to play after missing Memphis’ first four preseason games with abdominal pain Grizzlies debut In Friday’s preseason finale against the Bucks (8:00 ET, NBA App)
- Smart – 2022 NBA DPOYselected to the All-Defensive First Team three times, selected to the All-Defensive Team three times Hustle Award Winner – Playing style that fits perfectly with Memphis’ reputation as a “Grind City”
Marcus Smart was selected Most Underrated Acquisition League general managers weigh in on the offseason | Paras Griffin/Getty Images
Preseason games also conclude on Friday:
- 📱 Flamengo Magic (7 ET, NBA App): Orlando ends this year’s preseason against international teams at home against the Brazilian club
remind: The lineup changes quickly during the preseason.Stay up to date with the latest developments NBA app.
Pop and Becky’s coaching relationship
Hammon served as Popovich’s assistant coach with the Spurs from 2014 to 2021 | Matteo Marchi/Getty Images
As soon as Gregg Popovich stepped onto the podium following Wednesday’s preseason win over Houston, he was ready to leave.
- He doesn’t want to talk about Wimby, or Devin Vassell’s big game
The connection between Popovich and Hammon goes back to Hammon’s playing days in San Antonio.
- August 5, 2014, Popovich Hired Harmon on his staff, making her the first woman to serve as a full-time assistant coach in the NBA.Her career ended in three weeks
Hammon’s first coaching title | Jack Arendt/NBAE via Getty Images
- Harmon December 31, 2021 Appointed head coach of Aces, thus ending his Tottenham coaching career.But the connection between Popovich and Hammon remains strong
- This summer, they part of the same class (Along with Spurs teammates Tony Parker and Pau Gasol) Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
- Harmon in his inaugural speech Thank you Popovich for an exciting moment Changing the course of her life: “I know you weren’t trying to be brave when you hired me, but you did something that no one else in professional sports has ever done.”
“Who He Plays For” Study Guide🤦
Hey Chuck, Nikola Jokic plays for the Nuggets. You’re welcome. | Jamie Schwarber/Getty Images
With TNT’s “Inside the NBA” returning on Oct. 24 for the opening night of the 2023-24 season, it’s been 10 years since Charles Barkley’s annual quiz on offseason player trends dating back to 2003 !) Only a few days left.
Over the summer, more than 100 players changed teams, so to help Chuck prepare, NBA.com released “Who He Plays For” Study Guide – A list of 25 familiar faces in new places. But before you click…
how good you keep up with this Offseason player trends? Can you tell where these 5 players ended up?
- Seth Curry
- Rudy Gay
- Obi Toppin
- Cam Red
- Garrett Temple
Click here to look and find some all-time classics who does he play for (Who does he play for? Who does he play for?) Here it is.
Is it suitable for silent autumn? Not this preseason. ☀️🍂 
As the leaves begin to fall and temperatures begin to drop, many of us instinctively reach for dark, pastel fall clothing.
But when have NBA players ever followed a trend? They set them up.
During this year’s NBA preseason, players ditched traditional fall attire in favor of Fun and colorful look. From LeBron embracing vibrant green to Steph rocking coral or Tobias Harris embracing yellow, these players show how to wear colorful when the weather drops.
If you’re not ready to opt for full-color clothing, here’s how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander brings some color Get into his tunnel and walk to match his kicks.
So if you need some inspiration on how to brighten up your wardrobe on those gloomy autumn days, look no further than NBA stars for style inspiration.
Stephen Curry
Stephen Curry arrives at the arena before the game against the Lakers. | Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)
LeBron James
LeBron James arrives at the arena before the game against the Warriors on October 13 | Jim Poorten/NBAE via Getty Images
Tobias Harris
Tobias Harris arrives at the arena before the game against the Celtics on October 8 | Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)
Nikhil Alexander Walker
Nickeil Alexander-Walker arrives at the hotel for the 2023 NBA Global Games Abu Dhabi | Brian Choi/NBAE via Getty Images)
Russell Westbrook
Russell Westbrook arrives at the arena before game against Nuggets | Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)
Michael Porter Jr.
Michael Porter Jr. arrives at the arena before game against Bulls | Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)
Carson Wallace
Carson Wallace arrives at the arena before game against Spurs | Logan Riely/NBAE via Getty Images)
See you tomorrow. And, if anyone needs to say it, yes, you will look great in a hoodie.
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