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1 month, 2 weeks ago

NBA Rewind: The Joel Embiid controversy, Drake vs. DeMar DeRozan and beefy weekend

We’re about two weeks into the 2024-25 season, and we just had one of the most chaotic NBA weekends … ever? When Hayes and Embiid were in the locker room together after Saturday’s game, Embiid decided to have it out with Hayes, whom he previously criticized for not being at practices and around the team. Embiid said he doesn’t care …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

DeMar DeRozan : Bullseye with Jesse Thorn

NPR

DeMar DeRozan DeMar DeRozan is a basketball player for the Sacramento Kings. toggle caption Harmony Books DeRozan also played for the San Antonio Spurs and Chicago Bulls. It was one of the first times DeRozan publicly addressed his battle with depression. Plus, what it was like to be named dropped in one of the hottest songs of summer – Not …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

NBA Reliability Tiers: From LeBron to Luka, league’s top stars populate our top 10

New York Times

Welcome to The Athletic’s NBA Reliability Tiers, in which we measure the All-NBA status of the 49 All-Stars during the last three seasons and weigh how much those stars play in the regular season. Boston Celtics PF Tier 1 2 Nikola Jokić Denver Nuggets Average games played last three seasons: 74.0 All-NBA/All-Star last three seasons: 2022 All-NBA First Team, 2022 …

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2 months ago

NBA Reliability Tiers: Jalen Brunson, Tyrese Haliburton and a tier fit for 2 Kings

New York Times

Welcome to The Athletic’s NBA Reliability Tiers, in which we measure the All-NBA status of the 49 All-Stars during the last three seasons and weigh how much those stars play in the regular season. Sacramento Kings C Tier 2 12 Donovan Mitchell Cleveland Cavaliers Average games played last three seasons: 63.3 All-NBA/All-Star last three seasons: 2022 All-Star, 2023 All-NBA Second …

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2 months ago

Author DeMar DeRozan Embraces Authorhood, Shares Mental Health Journey in Book

Associated Press

NBA star DeMar DeRozan embarks on a new chapter in his life by releasing a book about his journey with mental health. The book, titled 'Above the Noise: My Story of Chasing Calm,' shares his experiences with vulnerability and transparency, inspiring others to embrace their true selves and prioritize their mental well-being. The book also highlights the importance of seeking …

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2 months ago

Why this NBA season is so crucial for De’Aaron Fox and the revamped Kings

New York Times

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — On its face, the Sacramento Kings’ offseason was a success. DeMar DeRozan just walked into Golden 1 Center with Kings owner Vivek Ranadive to a huge ovation pic.twitter.com/sUC8oY3TCo — Anthony Slater July 7, 2024 “That’s the most high-profile free agent that’s ever come to Sacramento,” Fox said. “He tells you one way and you’re like, ‘Wow, he’s …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Why DeMar DeRozan wants more athletes to open up on mental health, show their ‘Clark Kent side’

New York Times

The vulnerability is DeMar DeRozan’s superpower. “ goes a long way, especially for us as athletes being looked at like we’re superheroes at times,” DeRozan said in a recent phone interview. From his time growing up in Compton, Calif., where loss and pain became themes that still haunt him and he “never dreamed” of sharing his emotions, to the highs …

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5 months, 1 week ago

NBA Power Rankings: Has your favorite team gotten better this offseason?

New York Times

So much has been going on. Western Tier 3 - Playoff Teams 13 Golden State Warriors 10 Last Rank Additions/re-signs: Lindy Waters III, Buddy Hield, Kyle Anderson, De’Anthony Melton Subtractions: Chris Paul, Klay Thompson, Dario Šarić Did they get better? Western Tier 6 - Cooper Flagg positioning 25 Chicago Bulls 19 Last Rank Additions/re-signs: Matas Buzelis, Josh Giddey, Jalen Smith, …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Kings lock down DeMar DeRozan after in-person recruitment and touch of familiarity

New York Times

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Sacramento Kings sent a strategic chauffeur to the airport late Saturday morning to bring DeMar DeRozan back to their downtown facility. When DeRozan stepped off the plane, he was met by Jay Triano, the Kings’ lead assistant coach who also happens to be DeRozan’s first NBA head coach. The Kings also sent Chris Duarte and two …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

DeMar DeRozan, Kings finalizing 3-year, $76 million deal: Sources

New York Times

By Shams Charania, Lukas Weese, Darnell Mayberry and Kelly Iko Six-time All-Star DeMar DeRozan is finalizing a three-year, $76 million deal with the Sacramento Kings in a sign-and-trade, according to league sources. The Kings are sending Harrison Barnes and a 2031 unprotected pick swap to the San Antonio Spurs, while Chris Duarte and two second-round picks are going to the …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

The Lakers have been quiet so far in free agency. Could DeMar DeRozan change that?

New York Times

More than 36 hours into free agency, the Los Angeles Lakers have yet to make a meaningful move to improve their roster. The second half of the Splash Brothers would’ve provided the Lakers with the type of “laser” — one of LeBron’s terms — that they’ve needed in the LeBron James-Anthony Davis era. Similar to Thompson, DeRozan, 34, is both …

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8 months, 1 week ago

Evaluating the 2024 NBA free-agent class, from Klay Thompson to DeMar DeRozan and more

New York Times

When my colleague Sam Vecenie and I talk about the quality of an NBA Draft class, we do it through a very specific lens: stars, starters and rotation players. The New Orleans Pelicans’ Jonas Valančiūnas, the Sacramento Kings’ Malik Monk and the Raptors’ Gary Trent Jr. probably start the conversation, but others like the Washington Wizards’ Tyus Jones and the …

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9 months, 1 week ago

DeMar DeRozan’s 46 leads Bulls past Pacers in OT

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — DeMar DeRozan scored 46 points, including the go-ahead 3-pointer in overtime, to help the Chicago Bulls outlast the Indiana Pacers 132-129 on Wednesday night. “It’s like a survival mode that kicks in, in a fun way,” DeRozan said. It always reminds me of my childhood, being a kid and doing the little fake countdown, jumping on the bed, …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

Analysis: Kevin Love and DeMar DeRozan still have plenty to say about mental health

Associated Press

DeMar DeRozan and Kevin Love still have things to say. It’s fitting to be able to be in a position to have open-heart dialogue about some real things that we deal with on a daily basis,” DeRozan, the Chicago Bulls guard, said in a promo for the “Dinners with DeMar” series that started last month with Draymond Green. The National …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

DeMar DeRozan scores 35 points, Bulls outlast Cavaliers 132-123 in 2OT

Associated Press

CHICAGO — DeMar DeRozan made the big shots down the stretch and Andre Drummond dominated on the glass. DeRozan scored 35 points, Drummond had 26 rebounds and Chicago outlasted the Cleveland Cavaliers 132-123 in double overtime Wednesday night. DeRozan scored 16 points in the 10 extra minutes, helping the Bulls bounce back from a loss to lowly Detroit one night …

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11 months, 1 week ago

Bulls’ Coby White credits offseason spiritual journey for breakout season

New York Times

CLEVELAND — With the Chicago Bulls halfway through their season, it’s safe to say guard Coby White is having a breakout 2023-24 campaign. “I wanted to not only improve on the court but just improve my life.” In a Q&A with The Athletic, White discussed how he’s capitalized on an expanded role to craft a breakout season. I feel like …

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1 year ago

DeMar DeRozan stars as the Chicago Bulls knock off the Los Angeles Lakers 124-108

Associated Press

CHICAGO — DeMar DeRozan had 27 points, nine assists and seven rebounds, and the Chicago Bulls beat LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 124-108 on Wednesday night. The best relationships come out of that.” Despite the continued absence of All-Star guard Zach LaVine due to right foot inflammation, the Bulls opened a six-game homestand with their third win in …

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1 year ago

How likely is a Bulls-Lakers trade? The latest on Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan and Alex Caruso

New York Times

The Los Angeles Lakers and Chicago Bulls have been linked together for more than a month. LaVine’s contract alone — he’s in the second season of a five-year, $215 million deal — will be difficult for most teams to absorb and is expected to limit the Bulls’ available trade offers. For LaVine specifically, I think the Lakers would consider a …

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1 year ago

NBA Power Rankings: Thunder are contenders; holiday wish list for all 30 teams

New York Times

Read the latest edition of The Athletic’s NBA Power Rankings. Key Stats Record 16-10 Offensive Rating 118.4 Defensive Rating 116.9 Net Rating 1.5 Rank over time Wins Lakers 127-125 at Blazers 131-120 Losses Wolves 119-101 at Nuggets 130-104 Western Tier 3 - Playoff Teams Tier 4 - Play-In Tournament Teams Or Better 13 Los Angeles Lakers 8 Last Rank Holiday …

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1 year, 1 month ago

DeMar DeRozan, Alex Caruso save Bulls in wild overtime finish over Raptors

New York Times

You’d like to think of the Chicago Bulls’ improbable 104-103 overtime victory over the Toronto Raptors inside the United Center on Friday as a statement win. An unnecessary Pascal Siakam push-off against Alex Caruso on a sideline inbounds pass gave the Bulls hope and set up Barnes’ foul that led to DeRozan’s game-tying free throw. But staying with it and …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Bulls’ DeMar DeRozan isn’t known as a 3-point shooter, so will he launch more?

New York Times

DeMar DeRozan offered a blunt assessment and behind-the-scenes peek into his mindset when asked about his relative lack of 3-point shooting at his season-ending interview in April. It’s not like I don’t take them.” With the Bulls two weeks away from the start of training camp, and the team returning much of last season’s roster, it’s incumbent upon DeRozan to …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Bulls GM Marc Eversley talks Lonzo Ball, DeMar DeRozan, Chicago’s ‘ceiling’ and more

New York Times

Entering his fourth season as the Chicago Bulls general manager, Marc Eversley remains a man of mystery. Last year, ‘Zo’s not back — and I’m not putting this on ‘Zo, but I think he’s had an impact on how good we have been. I think he’ll be much better going into Year 3; and re-signing Vooch. But what I’m suggesting …

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1 year, 4 months ago

NBA Player Tiers 2023: Why are Kyrie Irving, Zion Williamson in Tier 3? It’s a matter of trust

New York Times

This is the fourth annual NBA Player Tiers project, in which Seth Partnow names the top 125 players in the league after each season and then separates them into five distinct categories of value, each with their own sub-categories to further delineate them. Estimated +/- per 100 possessions RAPM +5.9 4 3-yr Regularized Adjusted +/- per 100 possessions Prod. Estimated …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Basketball Hall of Fame tiers: Examining the cases of DeMar DeRozan, Jimmy Butler and Paul George

New York Times

There is a certain mystery about the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. He made five All-Star teams and three All-NBA teams, cracked the top five on the MVP ballot once, won a championship as the Pistons’ best player and took home the NBA Finals MVP award. Mitch Richmond, 47th on the scoring list, with six All-Star Games, five All-NBA …

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NBA Rewind: The Joel Embiid controversy, Drake vs. DeMar DeRozan and beefy weekend

DeMar DeRozan : Bullseye with Jesse Thorn

NBA Reliability Tiers: From LeBron to Luka, league’s top stars populate our top 10

NBA Reliability Tiers: Jalen Brunson, Tyrese Haliburton and a tier fit for 2 Kings

Author DeMar DeRozan Embraces Authorhood, Shares Mental Health Journey in Book

Why this NBA season is so crucial for De’Aaron Fox and the revamped Kings

Why DeMar DeRozan wants more athletes to open up on mental health, show their ‘Clark Kent side’

NBA Power Rankings: Has your favorite team gotten better this offseason?

Kings lock down DeMar DeRozan after in-person recruitment and touch of familiarity

DeMar DeRozan, Kings finalizing 3-year, $76 million deal: Sources

The Lakers have been quiet so far in free agency. Could DeMar DeRozan change that?

Evaluating the 2024 NBA free-agent class, from Klay Thompson to DeMar DeRozan and more

DeMar DeRozan’s 46 leads Bulls past Pacers in OT

Analysis: Kevin Love and DeMar DeRozan still have plenty to say about mental health

DeMar DeRozan scores 35 points, Bulls outlast Cavaliers 132-123 in 2OT

Bulls’ Coby White credits offseason spiritual journey for breakout season

DeMar DeRozan stars as the Chicago Bulls knock off the Los Angeles Lakers 124-108

How likely is a Bulls-Lakers trade? The latest on Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan and Alex Caruso

NBA Power Rankings: Thunder are contenders; holiday wish list for all 30 teams

DeMar DeRozan, Alex Caruso save Bulls in wild overtime finish over Raptors

Bulls’ DeMar DeRozan isn’t known as a 3-point shooter, so will he launch more?

Bulls GM Marc Eversley talks Lonzo Ball, DeMar DeRozan, Chicago’s ‘ceiling’ and more

NBA Player Tiers 2023: Why are Kyrie Irving, Zion Williamson in Tier 3? It’s a matter of trust

Basketball Hall of Fame tiers: Examining the cases of DeMar DeRozan, Jimmy Butler and Paul George