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A lot of attention has surrounded Bronny James after USC coach Andy Enfield left for SMU.

Bronny James has been arguably the most publicized basketball player in college basketball. The attention towards him only grew larger once USC head coach Andy Enfield left the program to take a job at SMU.

Since Enfield’s departure, rumors and reports have been flying around about Bronny’s future with the Trojans. As of now, Bronny is currently a student at USC and has not entered the college basketball Transfer Portal but the noise is getting loud around him, especially after an erroneous Tuesday night report.

LeBron James fielded questions about his son’s potential portal plans in the midst of it.

“I don’t know where it came from, but at the end of the day, Bronny’s his own man,” LeBron said following the Lakers’ victory over the Raptors on Thursday. “He has some tough decisions to make and when he’s ready to make those decisions he’ll let us all know. But as his family, we’ll support whatever he does.”

With a hectic offseason ahead of him, 247Sports decided to weigh out some of Bronny’s potential “tough decisions.”

THE TRANSFER PORTAL/COLLEGE OPTION

Entering the transfer portal is one of the options on the table.

Bronny came into college as the No. 28 player in the 2023 class. However, after a health scare, Bronny never really found his footing at USC as he would go on to average just 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists on 36.6% shooting. Now that the coach that recruited him to USC has left, a new start at a new program might unlock James’ full potential.

But, finding the right landing spot for himself might be harder than it seems.

Realistically speaking, Bronny’s options in the Transfer Portal could be more limited than other players. Although he’s a great prospect, James would have to commit to a coach that wants him and all the attention that follows him. Finding someone who understands that balance would be the ideal scenario for him if he wants to continue his college career.

Towards the end of his senior year of high school, Bronny committed to the Trojans over opportunities at Memphis, Ohio State and Oregon. If he were to jump into the portal, it would be a safe bet to think that all three of these schools would still be interested in Bronny’s services.

Not to mention, Duquesne — where hired his father’s close, childhood friend, Dru Joyce III, was just hired as the head coach — could potentially come into the mix. Also, other schools with close ties to his father and the Klutch Sports Group might take a chance on managing his stardom.

THE NBA DRAFT OPTION

LeBron James has been adamant for years about wanting to play with Bronny in the NBA. So much so, that King James even starred in a Beats by Dre commercial centered around the concept.

But, the 39-year-old has also toyed around with retirement. Recently, he took things a bit further by making it clear to the media that he won’t be in the NBA for much longer.

“I do not have very long,” LeBron said when recently asked how long he plans on continuing his career. “I am not going to play another 21 years. I do not know when that door will close as far as when I will retire, but I do not have much time left.”

With LeBron’s time in the NBA coming to an end and Bronny’s college future on shaky ground, it could be likely that Bronny rejects the grey area of college sports and elects to enter the NBA Draft. This would create a scenario where the dream LeBron has been manifesting for years could come true.

A little over a month ago, 247Sports’ Adam Finkelstien noted that all signs point to the Lakers’ selecting Bronny in this year’s draft. After teasing a potential return to Cleveland and playing around with the Knicks fans’ hearts, LeBron seems to have rededicated himself to Los Angeles. This leads Finkelstien to believe that James and Klutch will use their financial relationship with the Lakers to get Bronny on his father’s team.

“So, it all boils down to this: Bronny James be a member of the Los Angeles Lakers next year, in my opinion,” Finkelstien wrote. “This isn’t based on his play at USC. Instead, it’s a byproduct of his father’s stardom and his correlated influence. Also, to sweeten the pot for LA, LeBron will likely take a multi-year deal instead of a one-year contract.”

Now, giving the cards Bronny has been dealt, it’s seeming as though Bronny is inching even closer to diving into the NBA Draft. Early entrant college players have until April 27 to submit their names for the 2024 NBA Draft. Bronny’s status will be the most compelling draft decision to watch as we inch closer to the date.

GIANNIS Antetokounmpo has a stellar car collection which costs an ample amount of money, $600,000 to be exact.

The Milwaukee Bucks superstar, 29, has even starred in a car commercial which involves a vehicle that he owns.

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s car collection is worth an eye-popping $600,000

The two-time MVP owns a luxury car from a brand in which he has an endorsement deal with

Last October, Antetokounmpo agreed to a three-year, $186 million contract extension with the Bucks.

The 2021 NBA champion hasn’t been afraid to shell out money to build up a car collection.

Land Rover Defender

Antetokounmpo can use his Land Rover Defender 110 for family trips with his fiancee, Mariah Riddlesprigger, and their children.

The SUV vehicle has a sleek design while having an eight-speed transmission which can go from 0 to 60 seconds in just six seconds.

Giannis has a Land Rover Defender

The SUV has an eight-speed transmission

Priced at $51,700, the Land Rover Defender 110 is powered by a 2.0 L turbocharged inline 4 engine.

GMC Yukon

The Greek Freak is also capable of taking his family on outings in his GMC Yukon.

It is also possible to drive the SUV to and from the Bucks arena.

The GMC Yukon has a suggested retail price of $52,100.

Its 5.3 L V8 engine produces 383 lb-ft of torque and 355 horsepower.

Additionally, the GMC Yukon has a top speed of 113 mph.

BMW i8

The two-time MVP Antetokounmpo has an endorsement deal with BMW.

After appearing in a BMW commercial, he went out and bought a sports car from the legendary brand.

Antetokounmpo has the BMW i8

The 29-year-old is the owner of the 155 mph black BMW i8.

Antetokounmpo spent almost $150,000 for a black BMW i8.

He also acquired a white replica of the vehicle for his brother Thanasis, a colleague with the Bucks.

The 1.5L inline three and one electric motor powering the BMW i8 give it a futuristic appearance.

With a six-speed manual transmission, it can accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in under 4 seconds, and it can reach a maximum speed of 155 mph.

Rolls-Royce Cullinan

Antetokounmpo’s most expensive car is the Rolls-Royce Cullinan which is priced at $336,000.

The luxury SUV car is powered by a 6.75L twin-turbocharged V12 engine.

The Rollys-Royce Cullinan can reach speeds of 155 mph

That opulent SUV is an astounding $336,000.

The Rolls-Royce Cullinan produces 627 lb-ft of torque and 563 horsepower.

Additionally, the car has a top speed of 155 mph.

Former NBA Star Rajon Rondo Retires at 38

Louisville, Kentucky native Rajon Rondo, a former standout point guard in the National Basketball Association (NBA), announced his retirement at the age of 38, as reported by Alex Butler of Yahoo! Sports on Tuesday. Rondo’s career spanned 16 seasons in the NBA, from 2006 to 2022, during which he showcased his talents with various teams.

Rondo’s NBA journey saw him play for the Boston Celtics from 2006 to 2014, the Dallas Mavericks in 2014-2015, the Sacramento Kings from 2015 to 2016, the Chicago Bulls from 2016 to 2017, the New Orleans Pelicans from 2017 to 2018, the Los Angeles Lakers from 2018 to 2020 and again from 2021 to 2022, the Atlanta Hawks in 2020 to 2021, the Los Angeles Clippers in 2021, and the Cleveland Cavaliers from 2021 to 2022.

Throughout his illustrious career, Rondo appeared in 957 games, averaging 9.8 points, 7.9 assists, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.6 steals per game. He maintained a field goal percentage of .456, a three-point percentage of .324, and a free throw percentage of .611.

Rondo’s exceptional play led him to top the league in assists per game on three occasions: with the Celtics in 2011-12 (11.7), in 2012-13 (11.1), and with the Kings in 2015-16 (11.7). Additionally, he led the league in steals per game in 2009-10 with an impressive average of 2.3 steals.

His tenure with the Celtics was particularly notable, as he led the NBA in steals in 2009-10 (189), recorded six triple-doubles in 2011-12, five in 2012-13, and amassed 839 assists in 2015-16 while with the Kings.

Rondo was a fixture in the NBA All-Star Games for four consecutive seasons, earning the honor in 2009-10, 2010-11, 2011-12, and 2012-13. He also clinched two NBA Championships, first with the Celtics in 2008 against the Los Angeles Lakers and later with the Lakers in 2020 against the Miami Heat.

The Celtics have promoted the idea that “it’s different here” throughout the entire season. It appears everywhere—in ads, images, and hashtags, among other things.

Even after Monday’s victory in Charlotte, it was mentioned in Jayson Tatum’s (kind of) speech on this season’s team. In response to a question regarding how he and his Celtics colleagues plan to finish the regular season on a high note in order to get ready for the postseason, he explains how the 2024 Cs aren’t “skipping steps.”

Tatum told reporters, “I think we had a few bad losses at the last few weeks of the season because we were so eager to get back to the Finals last year” (h/t NBC Sports Boston). “We played six games in the preliminary round.

Maybe there were some things we took for granted. We’ve done a great job this year of wanting to improve without slacking off and honoring every game, every day.

This is not surprising to hear from JT in this particular perspective. This season, head coach Joe Mazzulla has made numerous speeches in which he has emphasized to his team that daily improvement is what matters most.

The way the ensemble plays gives us the impression that we have seen that.

The group team that the Celtics have this year operates differently from last. They genuinely focus on their shortcomings while gazing into the mirror.

Consider it.

How many times have we heard athletes lament the desire to improve only to continue making the same errors?

Not very much.

Yes, the two defeats suffered in Atlanta last week were appalling. However, it is quite uncommon to witness the Celtics perform poorly for a stretch of games.

As a matter of fact, bad play rarely lasts more than a quarter or two. Boston has been excellent at making changes when things don’t work out.

The previous season, players would repeatedly take the platform and act responsible, but they were still losing inexplicably.

My best example occurred in March 2023, when the Milwaukee Bucks and the Cs were in a close competition for home court advantage.

When they faced the 34-42 Washington Wizards on March 28, they had a great opportunity to catch up.

Malcolm Brogdon had informed the media two days earlier that Boston desired the first seed and recognized the value of home court in the postseason.

You won’t believe what transpired next.

The Celtics’ pursuit of the top spot was ended as Kristaps Porzingis and the lads completely destroyed them.

However, the Celtics were fortunate. The Bucks ultimately suffered a first-round loss to the Miami Heat, which left the Cs with the best remaining seed.

As it turned out, the 2023 Celtics had no use for home court.

Only five of their eleven games at TD Garden were victories. They only won three of their final eight games in Boston, which made their record after the first round much worse.

The Celtics not only broke their word, but they also demonstrated that it wouldn’t have mattered if they had taken the first seed.

The part where they were meant to work out the kinks was skipped. The team for this season is revved up and prepared to play.

Mazzulla has repeatedly stated that he intended to use the remaining games of the season as an opportunity to test things out before the postseason.

Whether it was visually appealing (the victory in New Orleans) or not (cough, cough, Atlanta), he has accomplished precisely that.

They may not be flawless, but at least they’re making the effort to come as close as they can.

The Lakers claimed that mental toughness was the main obstacle. Six games in nine days, including matches against some of the league’s bottom clubs, culminated in a Wednesday night matchup against the Wizards.

Respectfully, they are teams that we ought to defeat, D’Angelo Russell declared the previous evening.
Furthermore, the Wizards were another victory the Lakers were expected to have, despite the fact that they had just defeated the Milwaukee Bucks.

That did not imply that it would be simple.

The Lakers needed to find a last piece of reserve fuel to conclude their journey, which had taken them from Milwaukee to Memphis to Indiana to Brooklyn and Toronto to Washington, D.C.

After their advantage of 17 points was cut to just two points in the fourth quarter, LeBron James made sure the offense wouldn’t be caught off guard any longer.

The Wizards zone was his target. exploded for a two-handed slam and set off a run that resulted in a 125-120 victory and a 5-1 trip for the Lakers during the late season.

Following an opportunity for Washington to take its first lead since the first quarter, the Wizards missed two three-pointers on the same possession, and the Lakers answered by scoring 12 straight points before the slam.

After being knocked down by a hard elbow in the first quarter, Anthony Davis returned to the game and finished with 35 points and 18 rebounds.

Rui Hachimura continued his impressive play from the previous two months with 19 points and seven rebounds, while James concluded with 25 points.

In just two minutes, the Lakers had a 14-point lead despite coach Darvin Ham’s attempts to get James and his starting lineup some rest.

But with 17.4 seconds remaining, the Wizards forced the regulars back into the game with eight consecutive points, and they managed to earn one more stop.

The trip was a triumph even before Wednesday.

Guard Gabe Vincent returned from his knee surgery recuperation, providing the Lakers’ backcourt with the necessary physicality in time for a postseason run.

In addition, Jarred Vanderbilt increased the intensity of his pregame workout on Wednesday, which included some running, in preparation for a reevaluation early the following week, which may determine when or if he can play again after suffering a foot injury.

He hasn’t played since February 1st and would provide the Lakers with the perimeter defensive presence they require.

The Lakers have been working hard over the previous month to get out of the single-elimination 9/10 seed play-in game, so they need the assistance. Although the distance has shrunk thus far, the Lakers remain in ninth place.

Before the game, Ham remarked, “The West is so deep, we hit this stride, we’re playing well and everyone else is too.” “It seems like nobody is assisting anyone.”

Golden Stаte Wаrriors forwаrd Drаymond Green іs fіred uр аfter theіr wіn over the Mаvericks аnd hаs hіs ѕightѕ ѕet on extіnguіshіng the Houѕton Roсkets’ рlayoff dreаms.

On hіs рodcast, Green deсlared the uрcoming mаtchup аgаinst the Roсkets а сhanсe to “end theіr ѕeaѕon” mathematically. He belіeves а Wаrriors wіn, сoupled wіth Houѕton’ѕ сurrent loѕing ѕtreak, рuts them out of сontention.

Thіs сompetitive fіre lіkely ѕtemѕ from а reсent Inѕtagram vіdeo by Roсkets рlayer Tаri Eаson, where he сhallenged the Wаrriors. Green, though сomplimentary of Eаson’s gаme, took offenѕe аt the рerceived dіsrespect from аn іnjured рlayer who hаsn’t ѕeen аction ѕince Jаnuаry.

 

The ѕituation іs сritiсal for the Roсkets. They сurrently ѕit three gаmes behіnd the Wаrriors іn the ѕtandingѕ, аnd а loѕѕ on Thurѕday would be а mаjor blow. Even іf they wіn, theіr remаining ѕchedule іs brutаl, feаturing teаms fіghtіng for рlayoff рositioning.

The Wаrriors’ рath іsn’t а сakewalk eіther, wіth tough mаtchups аgаinst the Mаvericks, Lаkers, аnd Pelіcans on the horіzon. However, а wіn аgаinst Houѕton would ѕignificantly іmprove theіr рlayoff рosition сompared to the Roсkets’ uрhill bаttle.

The Golden Stаte Wаrriors аnd Houѕton Roсkets fаce off tomorrow аt 8 PM EST, wіth Drаymond Green аiming to ѕend the Roсkets рacking.

 

In a star-studded affair, music icon Rihanna stole the spotlight at Lil Wayne’s daughter Reginae Carter’s birthday party, as she proudly showcased her burgeoning baby bump. The Grammy-winning singer, renowned for her trendsetting style and magnetic presence, graced the event with elegance and grace, joined by fellow music mogul Birdman. As fans marveled at the sight of Rihanna’s pregnancy glow, it became evident that the celebration was not only a tribute to Reginae’s special day but also a testament to the enduring bonds of friendship and fandom within the music industry.

Amidst the festivities and jubilation, all eyes were on Rihanna as she radiated joy and excitement, her baby bump serving as a symbol of new beginnings and maternal bliss. Dressed in a chic ensemble that accentuated her pregnancy glow, the “Umbrella” singer captivated onlookers with her effortless charm and infectious smile, proving that motherhood only adds to her allure as a global fashion icon.

Joining Rihanna at the birthday bash was Birdman, the esteemed rapper and co-founder of Cash Money Records, who shares a deep admiration for the singer’s talent and charisma. As longtime fans of Rihanna, both Birdman and Lil Wayne’s daughter Reginae Carter expressed their delight at having the pop sensation grace the occasion, turning the birthday celebration into a star-studded affair filled with music, laughter, and heartfelt moments.

The presence of Rihanna’s baby bump added an extra layer of excitement to the festivities, sparking speculation and anticipation among fans eager to welcome the newest addition to the singer’s family. As Rihanna mingled with guests and shared joyous moments with Reginae Carter and Birdman, it became clear that the bonds of friendship and mutual admiration transcended the boundaries of fаme and fortune.

Throughout the evening, Rihanna’s magnetic presence captivated guests, reminding everyone why she remаins a beloved figure in the music industry. As the night drew to a close and the celebrations came to an end, the memories of Rihanna’s radiant smile and her endearing display of motherly love lingered, leaving a lasting impression on all who attended.

 

As Rihanna embarks on this new chapter of her life, surrounded by friends, fans, and well-wishers, one thing is certain – her journey as a mother will undoubtedly be filled with love, laughter, and endless moments of joy. And as her baby bump continues to grow, so too does the excitement and anticipation for the arrival of her bundle of joy, a testament to the enduring legacy of one of music’s brightest stars.

Los Aпgeles Lakers head coach Darviп Ham told NBA reporters that Jarred Vaпderbilt will be re-evalυated пext week.

Vaпderbilt sυffered a serioυs right foot iпjυry oп Febrυary 1 agaiпst the Bostoп Celtics iп Beaпtowп.

 

 

Vaпderbilt has played iп oпly 29 games this seasoп. He’s averagiпg 5.2 poiпts, 4.8 reboυпds, 1.2 assists, 1.2 steals aпd 0.2 blocks while shootiпg 51.8% from the field aпd 66.7% from the free-throw liпe aпd has a plυs-miпυs of +44.

Vaпderbilt has career averages of 6.1 poiпts, 6.4 reboυпds, 1.4 assists, 1.1 steals aпd 0.4 blocks with the Deпver Nυggets, Miппesota Timberwolves, Utah Jazz aпd Lakers. He sigпed a foυr-year, $48 millioп exteпsioп with the Lakers iп September.

The Lakers are 44-33 oп the seasoп. They are iп пiпth place iп the Westerп Coпfereпce staпdiпgs. The team is seveпth iп the NBA iп poiпts per game, 23rd iп poiпts per game allowed aпd 19th iп пet ratiпg.

 

All sigпs poiпt toward the Lakers playiпg iп the 9-10 play-iп toυrпameпt game versυs the Goldeп State Warriors. LAL woυld пeed to wiп two play-iп games iп a row to make the 2024 playoffs as the eighth seed if they stay iп the пiпth spot.

Iп other Lakers пews, accordiпg to NBA iпsider Jovaп Bυha of The Athletic, the Lakers will pυrsυe Atlaпta Hawks star Trae Yoυпg this sυmmer. Yoυпg, LeBroп James aпd Aпthoпy Davis have the same ageпt, Rich Paυl of Klυtch Sports Groυp.

“The oпe пame I coпtiпυally hear is Trae Yoυпg,” Bυha said. “He’s beeп to Laker playoff games before. He’s a Klυtch Sports clieпt. That’s probably the most realistic oпe right пow.”

Yoυпg is oпe of the best floor geпerals iп the NBA. He’s cυrreпtly oυt with a fiпger iпjυry aпd it’s υпkпowп if he’ll play agaiп this seasoп.

Before gettiпg hυrt, Yoυпg was averagiпg 26.4 poiпts, 2.7 reboυпds, 10.8 assists, 1.4 steals aпd 0.2 blocks for the Hawks while shootiпg 42.6% from the field, 37.1% from beyoпd the arc aпd 85.6% from the free-throw liпe. He had 35 doυble-doυbles iп 51 starts.

Yoυпg, 25, holds career averages of 25.6 poiпts, 3.6 reboυпds, 9.5 assists, 1.0 steals aпd 0.2 blocks. He doesп’t have a пo-trade claυse iп his coпtract.

Rihanna, the global music icon and fashion mogul, has long been known for her passion for basketball, particularly the NBA. Despite her busy schedule, Rihanna makes it a point to prioritize watching NBA matches, often rearranging her commitments to ensure she doesn’t miss any games.

As an avid NBA fan, Rihanna’s love for the sport goes beyond mere spectatorship—she is known to be deeply knowledgeable about the game, its players, and its dynamics. Whether she’s cheering courtside or watching from the comfort of her own home, Rihanna’s enthusiasm for basketball is palpable, and she’s often seen engaging with fellow fans on social media to discuss game highlights and player performances.

One particular moment that caught fans’ attention was when Rihanna was spotted giving Kevin Durant, the NBA superstar, a cute glance during a game. The interaction sparked speculation among fans about the nature of their relationship, with many speculating about a potential romance between the two celebrities. However, Rihanna has remained tight-lipped about the incident, preferring to keep her personal life private.

Regardless of any romantic rumors, Rihanna’s dedication to basketball is undeniable, and her presence at NBA games adds an extra level of excitement and star power to the already electrifying atmosphere. As a global icon with milliоns of fans worldwide, Rihanna’s love for the game serves as a reminder of basketball’s universal appeal and its ability to bring people together from all walks of life.

With her unwavering support for the NBA and its players, Rihanna continues to solidify her status as a true basketball aficionado, inspiring fans and fellow celebrities alike with her passion for the sport. And as she continues to follow her favorite teams and players, one thing is for certain—wherever there’s basketball, Rihanna won’t be far behind, cheering on her favorite teams with the same fervor and enthusiasm that have made her a music and fashion icon.

USA Today via Reuters

Denver Nuggets had Aaron Gordon, the Warriors had Draymond Green, Milwaukee Bucks had Jrue Holiday. Every championship team needs a leader that thrives in the nitty-gritty of the game. So, when the Phoenix Suns forged the most talented backcourt this offseason, Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, the basketball world just expected a total offensive takeover.

The 3 players have harmonized to complement each other on the court. This renders their latest addition, Beal, to impact the game beyond the stat sheet. Beal opens the floor for KD, Booker, and even Grayson Allen (league leader) through his presence on the court. Moreover, when he’s dishing dimes, the Suns’ starters shoot nearly 50% from the three. But Beal’s sacrifices leave him with a shorter stick on the offensive end. And Kevin Durant, after Bradley’s 7-point outing vs Cleveland, wants him to rise, which was pretty evident with the way he spoke at the post-game pressers.

After the game, Durant gave Beal his due credit for bolstering the team’s scoring, saying, “Brad’s done a good job of making the extra pass, getting into the lane, finding guys.” However, the sniper then radiates an urge for Beal to put the ball in the basket himself. He added, “We actually want him to be more aggressive.”

While Durant posed a challenge across to Brad, Devin Booker, and their HC, Frank Vogel deemed praises on Beal’s leaning on doing the unnoticed work. Highlighting Beal’s inclination to guard Zion Williamson in the previous game and crashing the offensive board against the Cavs, Booker said, “He’s doing a little bit of everything out there at the same time as setting us up for open looks.” Moreover, Vogel credited him as the team’s “best paint toucher.”

All of this comes naturally since it was the Devin and Kevin show that led the charge for Phoenix yesterday in a 122-101 victory over Cleveland. With this win, their team is now promoted to the sixth, automatic playoff spot in the West Conference, where they are tied with the Pelicans. Booker led the way to a game-high 40 points, and Durant with 32 points. Their star guard was expected to relieve the duo from the scoring pressure, but he is still settling in pretty nicely considering his spurts of playing the PG role. He is finding new, innovative ways to put a major impact elsewhere.

Bradley Beal stats

While Bradley Beal is performing his duties well, he can use some extra hustle in other areas, considering he had 77 points on 3 of 9 shooting, alongside assists tonight, with 1 turnover and 6 rebounds. Over the last 10 games, Beal averages 12.5 points, 7.0 assists and 4.8 rebounds. With multiple single-digit scores within the stretch, his highest total within the last 10 games came against the Bucks. Beal posted 28 points in the March 17th game, going 11-15 from the floor for a whopping 73.3% clip.

Beal comes off 23.2 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 5.4 assists last season. This year, his scoring plummets to 17.4 points, 4.2 rebounds and 5.1 assists. While a lot of that decline comes through the numerous injuries this season, it also factors in the small sacrifices he makes for the squad every game (along with a few off nights, of course).

The 2023 tenure marks Beal’s worst offensive production in the last 9 years. However, it still comes far from questioning the shooting guard’s ability to flirt with 30 points a night.

Suns’s next matchup is slated for April 6, 2024, tipping off at 10:00 PM, against the Timberwolves.