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The Garden is rejuvenated. The Knicks won 50 games and are the East’s No. 2 seed. And Jalen Brunson is a massive reason why.
A deep dive into Brunson’s MVP ascension — which, if you’ve followed him at any point in his life, probably isn’t a surprise.
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Asked Embiid about this and he grinned and said it was because of Ant: "I like to challenge myself, and Anthony Edwards is one of my top 3 favorite players in the league. ... I mean, dude is so nice. And I saw it last night. I was like, 'If he can do it, why can’t I do it, too?'"
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Doc Rivers on this sequence: "We'll watch the film tomorrow for a joke. But that’s why I didn’t take him out. He was playing great. He’s the first one that knew that was the dumbest play of the night, right? So I didn’t tell him anything."
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Seth Curry (and wife/Doc’s daughter Callie) just walked through the press conference room and back to the Sixers’ locker room.
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Guy Fieri out here shooting on the court postgame because of course.
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I’m one of today’s layoffs at The Athletic. I’m really sad, because this is the best job I’ve ever had. I have endless respect and love for my colleagues and will continue to support their terrific work. Thanks to all who read. You helped make a Phoenix kid’s dream come true.
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Wow, Chris Paul just said this is the first time in his career he's been up 3-0 in a playoff series.
#Suns
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Jaden Springer on his first practice with new Sixers coach Nick Nurse: “[He was] stopping drills and stepping in and giving us points on what to do here and there. I haven’t seen that too much since I’ve been in the league.”
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Ben Simmons literally climbed into the stands to sign autographs and take selfies with fans after his pregame workout.
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Patrick Beverley when asked about the key to shutting down Jamal Murray in the fourth quarter: "No key. I’ve been locking his ass up for years."
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Nico Batum shares that he has been away from the Sixers because of a health situation with his wife. He hopes he will be back for good now. "I can’t really say what it is, but I had to be there...Sometimes, you have to do what you’ve got to do for your family. she’ll be OK now."
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James Harden left the Clippers locker room before Ty Lue even began his postgame press conference, when locker room wasn’t yet open to media.
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Doc Rivers on what Rubio brings to the
#Suns
: “He’s a clever little fucker.”
Also mentioned how beneficial it is for Booker to play more off the ball.
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Some news! Thrilled to share that I’m joining the
@PhillyInquirer
to cover the Sixers alongside
@PompeyOnSixers
. I’ll be in Vegas this week to begin my transition, but will officially start closer to training camp.
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Tyrese Maxey just walked into the Sixers’ locker room — and is out of his walking boot.
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Joel Embiid on how Maxey has responded to their conversation about being more aggressive: "I guess, after I’m done playing basketball, I’m going to be a motivational speaker or something."
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Georges Niang on Tobias Harris' game-winner: "He’s really the spirit of this team and really lifts us up. I’m just so happy for him, because I know how much he sacrifices and how much hard work he puts into his game."
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While Booker walked off the court, I noticed he was looking up and kind of putting his hands together. I thought he might be thinking about Kobe. Turns out, he was, and was looking at his retired numbers in the rafters, which were right above that tunnel at Staples.
#Suns
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Monty Williams with some pretty raw/authentic perspective when
@ramonashelburne
asks him about Paul having terrible luck with playoff injuries that some could regard as "cruel": "I'm probably not the guy to talk to about cruel stuff. I know what cruel is. It's just basketball...
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Deandre Ayton jokingly said "yeah" when I asked if Chris Paul stole that last rebound from him (which prevented him from getting the 20-20 game): "Book got on him. I didn't really care. I was just happy how we all performed, to be honest."
#Suns
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Embiid on this: “I feel like, if I wanted to be a playmaker, I could be. But I don’t need to, because I’ve got the best playmaker in the league. In the games that he doesn’t play, I take on that role and it’s fun."
Joel Embiid finished with seven assists in 30 minutes tonight, but Doc estimated he had 15 "hockey assists" while facilitating from the middle of the floor without Harden.
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Deandre Ayton has been the most consistent
#Suns
player during this series. Yet after practice, he said in Game 4 “I need to turn it up some more, ramp it up a little bit more, shift into another gear.”
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Chris Paul when asked about how Devin Booker is feeling abt All-Star snub: "Book is gonna be fine. Mont said it this morning, and it's true for me too, I came here because of Book. You know what I mean? Don't make any mistake about that. I came to Phoenix because of Book."
#Suns
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A cool nugget from Mikal Bridges after his 27-point performance last night: He gave a shoutout to E’Twaun Moore for helping him re-center himself after a tough Clippers series on the offensive end.
#Suns
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Harden on his All-Star snub: "As much as I feel like I deserve it and would like to be a part of it, a few years ago I just gave up the fact [and said], 'All right, it’s about winning a championship at this point' because all the individual accolades I’ve basically accomplished"
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Devin Booker on his put-back dunk in the All-Star game: "I don’t know how I did that, honestly. That’s not even my game, man. It must have been the lights…It was crazy. I’m glad I had that moment. I think I caught a few people off guard with that."
#Suns
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Personal news: This week is my last at The
@Oregonian
. I'm thrilled to share I'm joining The
@denverpost
to cover the Nuggets and the NBA.
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James Harden, P.J. Tucker and Danuel House Jr. catching up with former Rockets teammate Clint Capela after tonight’s game.
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Devin Booker is a gold medalist 🏅 🇺🇸
(And now deserves a long nap. Ditto for Jrue and Khris)
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#Suns
injury report officially lists Torrey Craig as probable to play in tomorrow’s Game 3. He sustained a knee contusion during Game 2.
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So, some news! This is the final edition of Valley Tales.
Here's why: For the next few months, I will be assisting the
@Suns
with internal storytelling and media outreach in a communications consultant-type role. I'm incredibly thankful and excited!
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Fan near
#Suns
bench yells "COME TO MILWAUKEE!" at Devin Booker as players are walking back for a timeout. Booker mouths, "No."
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The Nuggets’ Bones Hyland has the biggest cheering section I’ve seen so far in Vegas. Many of them are wearing “Let’s get Bizzy” shirts and went crazy after a pull-up 3.
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In a surprise to absolutely nobody who has followed this team the past two seasons, Cam Johnson was quite thoughtful about the state of this series
#Suns
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Monty Williams answered his phone in February 2016, just after his wife died in a car accident. It was Doc Rivers, asking for his OKC address.
“I’m here,” Rivers said. “I need to see you.”
On a deep friendship that has spanned nearly 30 years:
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Jared Harper has agreed to a two-way contract with the
#Suns
, league sources tell
@TheAthleticNBA
. Harper, who helped lead Auburn to the Final Four, averaged 10.5 points, 2.5 assists and 2.5 rebounds in 21.8 minutes per game over Phoenix’s four Summer League games.
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Since becoming a starter after the All-Star break, Kelly Oubre is averaging 18.9 points, six rebounds and 1.9 steals per game while shooting 44.9 percent from the floor. He started the “Valley Boyz. Will the
#Suns
pay up in restricted free agency?
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The Sixers’ Josh Harris, David Blitzer, Daryl Morey, Elton Brand, Tad Brown and Doc Rivers have collaborated to donate $75k to Jefferson Health’s cancer center, where assistant coach Dave Joerger was treated earlier this season.
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Pretty cool to see Jevon Carter sitting courtside with the rest of the
#Suns
in town for Summer League, even after being traded to Brooklyn on draft night.
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Devin Booker called KAT & DLo “obviously two of my closest friends,” but added this about Warriors-Wolves trade: “I’m just focused on this team. I think everybody knows that. There’s always gonna be outside noise, but I’m gonna leave that to you guys.”
#Suns
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One year ago today.
Chris Paul on Monty Williams: “His basketball mind — I used to get so excited before the games about the plays he was drawing up. ...”
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Torrey Craig just tossed his headband into the crowd after his postgame interview. A kid caught it and ran across two sections screaming, "It was on his sweaty head!"
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Monty on Devin Booker reaching the NBA Finals with the
#Suns
: "I’ve seen the work. I’ve seen the passion. I’ve seen his family and how, not just him, they want it. They love Phoenix. They don’t want to go anywhere. … To see him in this position is gratifying."
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Steve Kerr on LaVar Ball: “He’s become the Kardashian of the NBA, and that sells...this is not a condemnation of ESPN. It’s a societal issue.”
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Devin Booker just walked into the
#Suns
locker room with an orange No. 24 jersey. He’s not wearing it (that would need to be approved by the league) but had it made as a keepsake in honor of Kobe Bryant.
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center Deandre Ayton sorting donations at his Hurricane Dorian relief drive. Family members, GM James Jones and teammates Cam Johnson, Ty Jerome and Jalen Lecque were also helping out.
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Kelly Oubre Jr. on if there's a sense of relief after the trade deadline: "The first thing we said when we saw each other this morning was, 'We made it.' Everybody here loves each other. To leave this group of guys would be heartbreaking. But we’re all here, so it’s a blessing."
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Before taking questions, Aron Baynes said this about Steph Curry’s broken hand: “Feel terrible for what happened to Steph. It’s unfortunate. You never want to see someone go down and get hurt, let alone be a part of it. Best wishes to him and hope he has a speedy recovery.”
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Asked Deandre Ayton last night about what's helped his focus reach a new level during the postseason: "Honestly, the world having me as a question mark in the playoffs. It got to me a little bit, and I wanted to change that."
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This was an awful day. When you put so much into your craft, having it ripped away feels like you've lost your identity. But that experience taught me a lot. Mostly, that things work out, and will continue to work out. Thanks to those who are still part of the journey 🙌
I’m one of today’s layoffs at The Athletic. I’m really sad, because this is the best job I’ve ever had. I have endless respect and love for my colleagues and will continue to support their terrific work. Thanks to all who read. You helped make a Phoenix kid’s dream come true.
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Abdel Nader, who has been out with knee surgery for weeks, is getting some on-court shooting and defensive work in before tonight’s Game 3.
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Cam Johnson on beating the Lakers: "I’m going to speak for myself here, but you hear the noise going into the series and people kind of counting us out a little bit, you know? So you take that to heart, and you just want to go out there to compete."
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Chris Paul on the atmosphere tonight: "This crowd is crazy...there's nothing like it."
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Some news! To coincide with the
#Suns
' return to play, I'm starting my own newsletter/website via
@SubstackInc
called "Valley Tales." It launches June 29, but you can sign up now to receive the first edition as soon as I hit publish:
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Breaking: The 31-14
#Suns
are "becoming hard to watch" for Theodore.
@ginamizell
Suns are becoming are hard watch. Booker can score. Paul can too but chooses not to. No one else on the roster is a consistent threat. Ayton continues to amaze with his total cluelessness about how to play in the paint. First round adios.
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Monty Williams on the hope that Devin Booker is named an All-Star reserve tonight: "I’m just wanting to get that call that he made it, so I can just run around my house and act like an idiot. But that’s a daily occurrence, so it won’t be anything different for my family."
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Gregg Popovich on his team's WIN tonight vs.
#Suns
: "They outplayed and out-coached us, out-physicaled us, out-executed us. We had no respect for them or for the game. We didn't play with each other and it was a pathetic performance. Phoenix got robbed."
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I know this
#Suns
run is most special for the diehards, but my aunt (who is not normally a sports fan) has completely latched on to the team and playoffs — so much so that she invited me over to watch Clippers/Jazz tonight — and it’s delightful 😊
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A fan sitting a few rows behind us just changed from a Lakers jersey into a Booker one. Lost bet? Ha!
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Asked Nico Batum about Nick Nurse now coaching in a playoff situation, and he hinted there could be some "tricky stuff" on tap in Game 2.
"Last night, we know what we did wrong. And we (found) a way, I think, this morning to do something special with us...I won’t tell you what."
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Monty Williams expanded on his locker-room message following Game 4. As always, puts everything in perspective
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Asked Deandre Ayton if the “this is the Finals!” aura has worn off and if this now feels more like a normal playoff series
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Devin Booker and his dad used to drive from Mississippi to New Orleans to watch Chris Paul play. They worked out together during Booker’s pre-draft process. They chirped at each other as opponents.
Now, they’re on the verge of leading the
#Suns
to their first NBA title 👇🏼
“They’re the perfect fit. They’re the perfect storm. They’re the same person. They’re so competitive. As they said, they’re both dogs.”
The backcourt tandem of
@DevinBook
and
@CP3
has reached historic heights during the NBA Finals!
READ MORE! 👇
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In the
#Suns
’ locker room:
Ricky Rubio to Cam Johnson: “You back?!”
Cam: “Yes, sir!”
*high fives*
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Monty Williams shared that Chris Paul convinced him to challenge the late foul call on Bridges that was overturned. That led to Ayton winning the jump ball, which led to Paul’s game-sealing bucket. An under-the-radar way Paul’s leadership is so valuable.
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Coming off Dario Saric’s return and the
#Suns
’ win over the Sixers, remember how this trade was largely panned when it happened?
Minnesota receives: 2019 No. 6 overall draft pick (Jarrett Culver)
Phoenix receives: 2019 No. 11 overall pick (Cam Johnson) and Dario Saric
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Ricky Rubio (personal reasons) is questionable to play tomorrow at Atlanta. It’s good personal reasons: He is expecting his first child. Only other player on the
#Suns
’ injury report is Kaminsky.
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Cam Payne said he "apologized to every single player that walked in" after yesterday's ejection. "They were all on my side. They said they had my back, and they know I always have good intentions on the court." Added that's the first ejection of his NBA career
#Suns
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The
#Suns
plan to sign forward Ray Spalding to a 10-day contract, league sources tell
@TheAthleticNBA
. He was most recently on Dallas’ roster and was waived in late January after the Porzingis trade. The only game he appeared in with the Mavs was...the opener against Phoenix.
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Deandre Ayton just ran like a child to the
#Suns
’ locker room yelling “That’s three in a row!”
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Matisse Thybulle on defending Luka Doncic: "You really don't slow him down, because he moves at a snail's pace. It's just being physical with him, because he's such a big guard. The small movements he does is all he really needs to create advantages."
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A few months ago, Dave Joerger had a feeding tube connected to his stomach. He physically could not speak. The pain was “miserable.”
The Sixers assistant recently opened up to
@PhillyInquirer
about his cancer treatment, and returning to his team.
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Jae Crowder said during his shootaround availability that Chris Paul was back with the team this morning
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From Chris Paul after his 15 assists and zero turnovers last night: "I really haven’t been on a team quite like this, where everybody shoots it the way that they do, you don’t have to try to find a certain guy...
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Last year, I was on-site in Brooklyn at the NBA Draft, ready to do a story shadowing Phoenix’s pick on his first night as a Sun. Then, surprise! Cam Johnson was NOT there and considered a massive reach at No. 11. Worth remembering during tonight’s instant analysis.
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#Suns
are guaranteed to play at least one game beyond their regular-season finale. This team’s goals are obviously much higher, but Phoenix will officially play postseason basketball for the first time since 2010.
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A bit lost in Baynes Mania is that the
#Suns
recorded their 25th win tonight, which is the most Devin Booker has won in a season in his NBA career. There are 19 games still to play.
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Chris Paul said he hadn't touched a basketball since the last game, really allowing himself to rest. In addition to his convo with Monty, he called his brother and personal team, and told Booker and Crowder that if he looked like "trash" during game to tell him and he'd come out.
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Yeah, this is already the loudest road crowd the
#Suns
have faced in the playoffs. Crowd mostly arrived in the last few minutes, but there's juice in here.
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#Suns
right back in it after that corner 3 by Payne. Clippers' early 15-point lead quickly evaporated to four.
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Warm ovation for Kyle Lowry and Nick Nurse when introduced before today’s game. Nurse wasn’t in the mood to get sentimental before the game, but Lowry reiterated Friday that he will sign a one-day contract with the Raptors when he retires.
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Nikola Jokic roaming downtown Phoenix in his shootaround gear (with a
#Nuggets
staffer) and nobody noticing is quintessential Nikola Jokic.
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