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sports12 days ago•5 min saved

Hill: Mullins' finish could be the new Laettner moment

Grant Hill, calling CBS/TNT’s NCAA Tournament broadcast with Ian Eagle and Bill Raftery, described UConn's 73–72 farewell to Duke as one of the most chaotic and thrilling finishes in tournament history and suggested Braylon Mullins’ deflection and late shot could be the new Laettner moment. Hill connected the sequence to his own 1992 pass to Christian Laettner for 'The Shot,' saying the finish was epic and worth remembering for years, especially if UConn advances to a title run.

via The New York Times|

#braylon-mullins #duke-blue-devils #grant-hill

sports5 months ago•0 min saved

NBA's Media Evolution: Emulating NFL Success and Expanding Digital Reach

The article discusses the NBA's new media strategy, inspired by the NFL's successful approach, highlighting how historical coverage by NBC in the 1990s, featuring iconic moments and personalities like Grant Hill and Michael Jordan, can inform current broadcasting tactics.

via The Washington Post|

#broadcasting #grant-hill #media-strategy

sports9 months ago•2 min saved

Mavericks' Bold Move for Cooper Flagg Sparks NBA Draft Buzz

Cooper Flagg, soon to join the Dallas Mavericks, is being compared to Grant Hill due to his versatile skillset and potential to play a point forward role, with coach Jason Kidd seeing similar attributes to Hill's all-around game, which could make Flagg a key player for the team.

via The Smoking Cuban|

#cooper-flagg #dallas-mavericks #grant-hill

sports2 years ago•4 min saved

"Grant Hill Touts Defensive Talent as USA Basketball Announces Paris Olympics Roster"

Grant Hill, the managing director of the United States men's basketball team, is confident in the roster for the Paris Olympics, emphasizing the team's defensive talent and physical presence. The roster includes four NBA MVPs and is focused on improving defense and rebounding. While acknowledging the possibility of roster changes due to injuries or other reasons, Hill is eager to start building team chemistry early and plans to get the players and staff on a Zoom call to begin the bonding process before training camp in July.

via ESPN|

#basketball #grant-hill #olympics

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Group, Including Cal Ripken Jr. and Grant Hill, Agrees to Buy Baltimore Orioles in Surprise Deal"

A group led by David Rubenstein, including Cal Ripken Jr., Grant Hill, Michael Bloomberg, and others, has agreed to buy the Baltimore Orioles from the Angelos family for $1.725 billion. The sale is subject to MLB ownership approval, and the Angelos family will retain a significant investment in the team. The new ownership group aims to bring a World Series trophy back to Baltimore and build upon the team's recent success, including a strong farm system and promising young stars.

via ESPN|

#baltimore-orioles #cal-ripken-jr #david-rubenstein

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Team USA Basketball Pool: Draymond Green Omission and Player Reactions"

Draymond Green has been omitted from the USA Basketball player pool for the Summer Olympics in Paris due to his suspensions during the current NBA season, as confirmed by USA Basketball executive director Grant Hill. Despite Green's significant contributions in previous Olympics, his on-court disciplinary issues led to the decision to exclude him from the 41-player pool, with USA Basketball aiming to support him in working through his current challenges both on and off the court.

via Bleacher Report|

#draymond-green #grant-hill #olympics

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Understanding Draymond Green's Exclusion from the 2024 USA Men's National Team Player Pool"

USA Basketball's managing director Grant Hill explains that Draymond Green's omission from the Olympic pool is due to his recent on-court conduct and personal challenges, despite his past contributions to the national team. The pool of 41 players will be narrowed down to a 12-person Olympic team, with tough decisions ahead as several NBA stars vie for spots. The team aims to finalize the roster during the NBA playoffs, with the first exhibition game scheduled for July 10.

via The Associated Press|

#draymond-green #grant-hill #nba

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Star-Studded Lineup: Team USA Player Pool for Paris Olympics Announced"

USA Basketball announced a list of 41 candidates for its final 12-man roster for the Paris Olympics, with LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Stephen Curry among the headliners. The pool includes 13 players who have previously won Olympic gold and features a mix of experienced stars and rising talents. The United States, coached by Steve Kerr, is aiming for its fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal and is expected to enter the tournament as heavy favorites.

via The Washington Post|

#grant-hill #kevin-durant #lebron-james

sports2 years ago•0 min saved

Top NBA Players Commit to Team USA for FIBA World Cup

Brandon Ingram and Jaren Jackson Jr. have committed to playing for Team USA in the FIBA Basketball World Cup championships in the Philippines this summer, according to sources. The USA roster is still being finalized and is expected to be completed later in June. The World Cup roster will differ from the Olympic team for Paris 2024, but there could be some continuity between the two teams.

via ESPN|

#brandon-ingram #fiba-basketball-world-cup #grant-hill