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Sports Journalist based in Paris, France | ✍️🎬 Writer, Scriptwriter, Storyteller | NBA, Basketball, Combat Sports πŸ€πŸ₯Š | Views are my own

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After averaging 28.8 PTS/7.3 AST in the G League this season, Brandon Williams is making the most of his opportunity with the #Mavericks' depleted roster.

In March, he's averaging 19.3 PTS/6.3 AST on 53.8% FG (43.8% 3P over last 3), strengthening his case for a full-time NBA role.

#NBA | #NBASky

14.03.2025 17:03 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Rookie Blake Hinson is making his mark in the G League with Santa Cruz, averaging 25.2 PTS on 39.3% 3P shooting across Feb/Mar.

He leads the league in threes (93) & ranks seventh in points (488) in the regular season.

Another sharpshooter is emerging in the #Warriors' system πŸ‘€

#NBASky #DubNation

14.03.2025 15:54 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Boxing’s biggest questions in 2025: Fights, comebacks and retirements As 2025 unfolds, the boxing world is bracing for a year that could reshape multiple divisions and redefine legacies.

Could Oleksandr Usyk retire? Could Wladimir Klitschko return to break George Foreman’s record as the oldest heavyweight champion? πŸ‘€πŸ₯Š

Here are four major storylines that could shape boxing in 2025: www.yardbarker.com/boxing/artic...

#Boxing | #BoxingNews

04.02.2025 14:20 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Luka Doncic and the Lakers’ legacy of superstar guards From Jerry West to Magic Johnson to Kobe Bryant, the franchise has consistently prioritized players who control the floor and orchestrate the offense. Now, with Luka Doncic arriving in a blockbuster…

My latest for Yardbarker: The Lakers' legacy of transcendent playmakers continues with Luka Doncic. Historically, these players thrived with elite big men, and finding Doncic’s ideal running mate could be key to future titles.

https://buff.ly/4aKWd2C

#NBA #NBASky #LakeShow

03.02.2025 15:30 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Adam Azim’s performance against Sergey Lipinets on Saturday night was incredibly impressive. At just 22 years old, Azim already looks so seasoned in the ring, even against such a high-level, experienced opponent.

He’s definitely on track to become a future world champion πŸ₯ŠπŸ‘‘

#Boxing | #BoxingNews

03.02.2025 14:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Jake Paul eyes Olympic gold as he sets boxing retirement date Jake Paul recently revealed another career goal: competing for Olympic gold at the 2028 Games in L.A.

Jake Paul has outlined a five-to-seven-year boxing plan to take on major fights, chase a world title, and pursue Olympic gold at the 2028 Games in Los Angeles. He hinted that winning gold could mark the end of his boxing career.

www.yardbarker.com/boxing/artic...

#Boxing #BoxingNews #RiyadhSeason

31.01.2025 15:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Former rival vows to retire Anthony Joshua if rematch takes place With the heavyweight division in flux following some surprising results and the apparent retirement of Tyson Fury, one former Anthony Joshua foe is eyeing a rematch and the opportunity to send Joshua ...

Tyson Fury’s surprise retirement casts doubt on a clash with Anthony Joshua. With Fury’s history of comebacks, many doubt it will stick. If he does step away, another British heavyweight is ready to face AJ & vows to retire him.

www.yardbarker.com/boxing/artic...

#Boxing #BoxingNews #RiyadhSeason

31.01.2025 12:49 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Can Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford deliver the Fight of the Year? While a 2025 showdown between British heavyweights Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua remains in doubtβ€”following Fury’s latest retirement claimβ€”another potential superfight is generating serious momentum.

My latest for Yardbarker: This weekend, undefeated light heavyweights David Benavidez/David Morrell face-off, setting the tone for 2025. But the real buzz is around a potential superfight between Canelo Alvarez/Terence Crawford πŸ₯Š

www.yardbarker.com/boxing/artic...

#Boxing #BoxingNews #RiyadhSeason

30.01.2025 17:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

He's been active on the defensive end, but it's uncertain whether that will translate back to the NBA.

The Knicks have several veteran projects on their G League affiliate, including Matt Ryan, who was called up, and Landry Shamet, who currently appears ahead of Warren after his injury rehab

19.12.2024 17:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Warren's scoring average of 25.7 ranks fourth in the entire G League. To start December, he had three consecutive 30-point games, shooting over 50 percent in each contest.

In two of those games, he also recorded four steals.

#NBA #NBASky #NYKnicks

19.12.2024 16:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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T.J. Warren dominating G League in quest for an NBA return Nine-year NBA veteran T.J. Warren has been forced to take an unconventional route this season to revive his professional basketball career.

My latest for Yardbarker: NBA veteran T.J. Warren has been impressing with the Westchester Knicks in the G League to start the season. A scoring machine as always, he’s poised for an NBA comeback as the season unfolds.

www.yardbarker.com/nba/articles...

#NBA #NBASky #NBAGLeague

19.12.2024 16:40 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Bilal Coulibaly’s offensive struggles continue (6 PTS, 2-9 FG), but he delivered another impressive defensive effort for the Wizards, with 4 steals and 3 blocks.

The 20-year-old has 11 steals over his last four games, the fourth-most in the NBA during that span.

#NBA #NBASky #WashingtonWizards

08.12.2024 09:36 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Maxime Raynaud impressed for Stanford yesterday, dropping 20 points and recording 5 blocks.

In 30 minutes, he shot 8-of-15 from the field, including 4-of-6 from beyond the arc, and added 3 rebounds and 2 assists.

#NBASky #NCAA #NBADraft

08.12.2024 09:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Eve Wembanyama dropped 11 points for Mondeville yesterday, shooting 4-of-6 from the field, including three triples.

She also recorded 4 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 steals in 25 minutes.

08.12.2024 09:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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French prospect Mohamed Diawara matched multiple season highs for Cholet Basket today:

β€’ 12 PTS (SH)
β€’ 5 REB (SH)
β€’ 2 AST
β€’ 2 STL
β€’ 4-6 FG

An impressive performance from the 19-year-old. A rising talent to watch closely.

#NBA #NBASky #NBADraft

07.12.2024 22:12 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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NBA prospect Noah Penda had another impressive outing for Le Mans today:

β€’ 14 PTS
β€’ 6 REB
β€’ 6-8 FG (1-2 3P)
β€’ 26 MINS

He’s shooting over 40% from three this season, and his draft stock keeps climbing.

#NBA #NBASky #NBADraft

07.12.2024 21:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Nolan Traore posted 12 points and 4 assists on 4-of-12 shooting (2-of-7 from deep) in a blowout loss for Saint-Quentin today. His first double-digit scoring game in five.

The projected lottery pick's shooting slump continues. 24.3% FG and 19.7% 3P over his last five games.

#NBA #NBASky #NBADraft

07.12.2024 18:56 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Maxime Raynaud: A Rapidly Emerging Star in the 2025 Draft Class The dominant French center at Stanford is catching NBA attention with impressive performances and a surge in draft stock

My latest for Call-Ups: Stanford senior Maxime Raynaud is having a breakout season, drawing the attention of scouts and analysts. Once absent from mock drafts, he’s now firmly in the NBA draft conversation.

callupsbball.substack.com/p/maxime-ray...

#NBA #NBASky #NBADraft

06.12.2024 18:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Guerschon Yabusele has impressed with strong back-to-back performances:

β€’ 15 PTS, 7 REB, 4 AST, 1 STL, 6-8 FG, 2 3P
β€’ 16 PTS, 3 REB, 4 AST, 1 STL, 5-8 FG, 1 3P

That’s 3 straight games with 4 assists, all while remaining a 40+% shooter from deep on the season (4 3PA).

#NBA #NBASky #76ers

07.12.2024 08:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The double-digit scoring streak aligns with Atlanta's win streak and marks 10 such games in his last 12.

In limited minutes, Risacher continues to showcase impressive consistency on both ends of the floor.

#NBA #NBASky #AtlantaHawks

07.12.2024 08:34 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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During the Hawks' overtime win over the Lakers, Zaccharie Risacher had 11 points, 4 rebounds, 1 steal, and 1 block in 22 minutes.

The French rookie shot 5-11 FG, including one three-pointer, marking his sixth straight scoring game in double figures.

#NBA #NBASky #AtlantaHawks

07.12.2024 08:34 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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PacΓ΄me Dadiet in his first two games for the Westchester Knicks in the G League:

β€’ 12 PTS, 6 REB, 3 AST, 3 STL, 1 BLK, 4-13 FG (2 3P)
β€’ 16 PTS, 5 REB, 3 AST, 1 STL, 7-13 FG (1 3P)

#NBA #NBASky #NBAGLeague

07.12.2024 08:14 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 3
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Killian Hayes had a near triple-double for the Long Island Nets in the G League:

β€’ 10 PTS
β€’ 7 REB
β€’ 11 AST (season-high)
β€’ 4 STL

The Frenchman struggled with his shot (4-13 FG, 0-6 3P) but overall, another solid showing.

#NBA #NBASky #NBAGLeague

07.12.2024 08:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

French basketball is on the rise.

Victor Wembanyama is becoming a superstar, NBA impact players are emerging, more draft-ready prospects coming through, a WNBA head coach, domestic clubs shining in the EuroLeague.

International success and gold medals feel inevitable πŸ€πŸ…

#NBA #NBASky #EuroLeague

06.12.2024 21:38 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

What an incredible finish to Paris Basket vs Olympiacos!

The Parisians extend their EuroLeague win streak to 10, staying at the top of the standings. The fairytale season continues πŸ‘

#EuroLeague

06.12.2024 21:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Maxime Raynaud: A Rapidly Emerging Star in the 2025 Draft Class The dominant French center at Stanford is catching NBA attention with impressive performances and a surge in draft stock

My latest for Call-Ups: Stanford senior Maxime Raynaud is having a breakout season, drawing the attention of scouts and analysts. Once absent from mock drafts, he’s now firmly in the NBA draft conversation.

callupsbball.substack.com/p/maxime-ray...

#NBA #NBASky #NBADraft

06.12.2024 18:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Bilal Coulibaly’s offensive struggles continue. Last night, he scored 4 points on 0-10 FG (0-5 3P).

Over the last five games, he's averaging just 5 PPG on 16.7% FG and 6.7% 3P (3 attempts per game).

His defense remains solid, but the offensive production is a concern.

#NBA #NBASky #Wizards

06.12.2024 17:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

My predictions are similar: despite his slump, teams will still bet on Traore early. Essengue will likely stay in the mid-first-round range. If Penda continues his solid start, he could sneak into the first-round conversation. Raynaud is a low-risk, high-reward second-round pick.

#NBASky #NBADraft

06.12.2024 10:54 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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2025 NBA Mock Draft: Pro Comparisons and Full 2-Round Predictions Key NBA scouting opportunities continue to pop up and result in takeaways that affect assessments for the 2025 draft. On Wednesday night alone, there was…

Bleacher Report’s latest 2025 NBA Mock Draft, released yesterday, features four French players:

7. Nolan Traore (Saint-Quentin)
15. Noa Essengue (Ratiopharm Ulm)
27. Noah Penda (Le Mans)
38. Maxime Raynaud (Stanford)

bleacherreport.com/articles/101...

06.12.2024 10:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Call-Ups Basketball | Matt Evans | Substack Discover the revolution of French basketball πŸ€ From rising NBA stars to elite prospects, Call-Ups brings you the stories shaping France’s impact on the global game. Click to read Call-Ups Basketball,...

The latest Call-Ups newsletter drops this afternoon! πŸ€

The newsletter is free and dives into the rise of French basketball, from NBA stars to elite prospects.

I’m putting my all into it this season, so if it sounds interesting, please do check it out πŸ™

callupsbball.substack.com

#NBA #NBASky

06.12.2024 08:37 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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