Spurs can’t help but smile at play of stoic Leonard
The 66th game of his NBA career had ended. The TV lights had faded and most of the microphones that had semi-circled his locker just moments earlier had disappeared in search of someone more quotable. It was then and there, in the aftermath of the Spurs’ resounding Game 2 victory over Utah on Wednesday, that Kawhi Leonard chose to reveal his best-kept secret. “I do smile,” Leonard said. And then he did. Sort of. The left corner of Leonard’s mouth inched north ever so slightly, … Read entire article »
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Lakers sign rookie forward Malcolm Thomas
The Lakers have announced the signing of forward Malcom Thomas: The Los Angeles Lakers have signed forward Malcolm Thomas, it was announced today. Per team policy, terms of the agreement were not released. Thomas, a 6-9 forward out of San Diego State, helped lead the Aztecs to an NCAA Sweet 16 appearance last season, averaging 11.4 points, 8.1 rebounds and 2.02 blocks in 30.4 minutes. An All-Mountain West Conference Second Team selection in each of his two seasons … Read entire article »
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Where is Brandon Heath?
In my “Where are they now?” segment, I look at former Aztec Star Brandon Heath to find out what he has been up to since leaving the Aztecs in 2007. For those of you who do not know who he is, a brief description of his accomplishments follow: The all-time leading scorer in school history and Mountain West Conference history, Heath will go down as one of the greatest Aztec players to ever step foot on … Read entire article »
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Where is Kyle Spain?
Remember Kyle Spain? How quickly we forget in an era of elevated basketball on top of the mesa. Kyle is currently playing in the D-League for the Erie Bayhawks. He is averaging 33% from behind the arc and 8.1 ppg. Good luck Kyle! Article viewed:216 … Read entire article »
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Vincent Brown has productive first practice
No denying it, the chargers picked up a sleeper in the draft. While other teams passed up on Vincent Brown, the Chargers new exactly who they were getting. In fact, every fan of football in San Diego who watched the Aztecs play over the last couple of years knew who the Chargers had pluck from the draft-a damn good receiver with huge upside potential. Vincent had the ability to execute routes with precision and make the move the freed himself from the defender enough to make spectacular catches. From the North County Times, Brown’s first day: Chargers third-round pick Vincent Brown participated in his first practice as a professional on Friday afternoon, the beginning of what he believes will be a productive career. The San Diego State product had a good … Read entire article »
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Malcolm Thomas is going to Asia
Thomas signed a one-year deal with South Korean club Mobis Phoebus for $350,000. He reports Aug. 15 Article viewed:105 … Read entire article »
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Nets Announce Summer League Roster
The Nets announced their roster for the AirTran Airways Pro Summer League on Monday; Branden Heath was on that list. Brandon Heath tallied six assists and no turnovers in 32 minutes in his last debut; he also made three of his five three-pointers. Article viewed:81 … Read entire article »
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Lo-Wade debuts his talent in the PBA
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Where’s Richie Williams!
Richie Williams is currently playing in Mexico for the Xalisco Basketball team. Article viewed:143 … Read entire article »
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Brandon Heath Update
Brandon is currently playing for the 2010 APOEL Cypriot (aka Cyprus) basketball team in Europe. APOEL is a Division A team currently 12-3 and in first place. Brandon if your read this the fans would sure appreciate any update from you. Good Luck this year. Article viewed:120 … Read entire article »
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