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Yahoo
3 days ago
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- Yahoo
Raptors assure fans Collin Murray-Boyles is happy after NSFW draft reaction
Don't worry, Toronto Raptors fans. Your first-round 2025 NBA Draft pick was all smiles after being selected by the franchise. The ESPN broadcast caught new Raptors forward Collin Murray-Boyles shaking his head and dropping an f-bomb after he learned the news of his new franchise, which led to speculation he might not be thrilled with his landing spot. Advertisement NBA Draft 2025 live first-round grades for every pick Well, the Raptors social media account shared a smiling Murray-Boyles with his Raptors hat after the pick with the perfectly reassuring caption: "See guys, he's happy!!" The reaction probably was Murray-Boyles in disbelief at what a huge moment he was in for his career, but Toronto went ahead and got ahead of the speculation with this post. Good thinking, Raptors social team! This article originally appeared on For The Win: Raptors assure fans Collin Murray-Boyles is happy after NSFW draft reaction
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Why did Shams Charania initially delay tipping 2025 NBA Draft picks?
It's a tradition for ESPN's lead NBA reporter seemingly every year -- Adrian Wojnarowski used to tip the picks for the NBA Draft minutes before they were officially announced, sometimes with colorful language. But now, Shams Charania is his replacement, and NBA fans were fully expecting him to tip picks. And ... he went silent for the first couple of picks. It was shocking! Advertisement Why was that? There was no explanation, at least after a cursory look around. Maybe ESPN put a stop to it before letting him do it with the No. 3 pick -- remember, he did this before he joined the Worldwide Leader. Fans had all kinds of reactions to Charania's Twitter tipping Shams kept going on Twitter, as did Jonathan Givony Just another draft on Twitter, it turns out. This article originally appeared on For The Win: Why Shams Charania started tipping 2025 NBA Draft picks late?
Time of India
4 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Ryan Nembhard sparks wild NBA Draft rumors after viral Indiana Pacers reunion speculation
Ryan Nembhard sparks wild NBA Draft rumors after viral Indiana Pacers reunion speculation (Image Source: Getty Images) All eyes are on the NBA Draft this week, and one familiar name is such that includes some buzz: Ryan Nembhard. The Gonzaga guard, listed at 5-foot-11, is projected to be selected in the second round. His brother, Andrew Nembhard, is currently on the Indiana Pacers. Ryan's passing and assist totals have made his way onto several mock draft boards, and the family reunion speculation in the Indiana Pacers has begun. Ryan Nembhard draws interest ahead of NBA Draft On June 25, NBA draft coverage highlighted Ryan Nembhard as a top second-round prospect. He ranked between picks 51 and 58 in mock drafts, depending on the outlet. According to USA Today's For The Win, Ryan Nembhard is projected to be picked by the Indiana Pacers in the second round, reuniting him with his brother, Andrew Nembhard. Sports Illustrated has him going to the Los Angeles Clippers at No. 51. Meanwhile, ESPN projects him to the Cleveland Cavaliers at No. 58. These projections show NBA teams value Ryan Nembhard's leadership and playmaking. Gonzaga's point guard boasts eye-popping assists and sharp comparisons Ryan Nembhard lit up Gonzaga University during the 2024–25 season, averaging 9.8 assists per game. That number led the nation and broke school and conference records. His skill set is often compared to NBA guards TJ McConnell and Tyus Jones - slim, smart, and effective despite their size. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like [Click Here] 2025 Best Luxury Hotel Prices Expertinspector Learn More Undo Teammates and co-workers praise his court IQ. As one analyst put it: 'He's a dream point guard for teammates'. At 22 years old and standing 5'11", he brings high energy and low turnovers. This makes him a strong candidate for a two-way contract or second-round pick. His brother Andrew Nembhard, now with the Indiana Pacers, has been a key contributor since being drafted in 2022. If Ryan Nembhard lands in Indiana Pacers at No. 54, the family would be reunited, on court and at home. Fans and analysts are buzzing: How appropriate would it be for NBA veteran TJ McConnell to mentor a player with a similar style? Ryan Nembhard's journey from Gonzaga to a possible NBA draft pick is one to watch. With big-game vision, leadership, and a brother already in the league, he could be one of this year's most inspiring second-round success stories. Also Read: NBA prospect Dylan Harper comes from a championship family—but his 13-year-old sister might be the real sister in the making Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
USA Today
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Did 'The Simpsons' kill off Marge Simpson?
Doh! "The Simpsons" killed off mom Marge Simpson. Well, kind of. On the legendary sitcom's epic Season 36 finale episode, titled "Estranger Things" (episode 18), the storyline centered around a sibling rift between Bart and Lisa. "Your father and I won't be around forever. When you get older, you'll need to lean on each other. Whatever you do, don't drift apart, you share a journey with your siblings that no one else will ever understand," Marge said in a foreshadowing scene. "You must never, ever, ever take that for granted." Then, naturally, the pair drifted apart. Years later, Lisa found success in business as a professional basketball league commissioner while "Bart remained Bart." In the future, after Marge dies before husband Homer, the siblings actually do become estranged before reuniting. In the episode, after the siblings reunited, Marge appears during a scene where she is in heaven and reunites with her first love, Ringo Starr, suggesting that the family matriarch died. Then, the episode ends. Writers on "The Simpsons" love to find new ways to keep the show fresh. In September, the hit animated series aired its "final episode," but in actuality, it was a meta-way to start the Season 36 premiere. Is 'The Simpsons' ending? Why the show aired its 'series finale' Sunday Titled "Bart's Birthday" and presented as a "Fox special presentation," the episode kicked off with animated celebrities shown rolling into the "Dolby-Mucinex Theater" for the occasion, hosted by Conan O'Brien. "It's such an honor to be with you all for the series finale of 'The Simpsons,'" O'Brien says to the onlooking crowd, flanked with animated versions of stars who have appeared on the series, including Seth Rogen and Mr. T. "I knew I was the right man for the job because I've hosted the last episode of three of my own shows, and counting." Contributing: Taijuan Moorman; Charles Curtis, For The Win
Yahoo
4 days ago
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What did the White Sox fan say to Ketel Marte? Here's what we know
The Diamondbacks and Chicago White Sox closed out their series on Wednesday afternoon — one day after Arizona second baseman Ketel Marte was visibly upset on the field. At the time, it was unclear what had happened in the seventh inning as Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo was seen consoling Marte on the field. But after the game, we would learn that the incident stemmed from verbal abuse that crossed a line. Advertisement Here's what we know about the incident from Tuesday night at Rate Field. The comments were about Marte's late mother Lovullo spoke to reporters after the game, and he said that Marte was upset because a fan had made remarks about his mother, Elpidia Valdez, who died in a car crash in 2017 in the Dominican Republic. The incident took place during Marte's at-bat While we saw that Marte was in tears on the field as the Diamondbacks were making a pitching change in the seventh inning, footage would later show that Marte heard those remarks during his seventh-inning at-bat. Marte, who was shaken by what he had heard, asked for time and glanced to the crowd and dugout. Marte would look up at the fan again after he popped out. How did the White Sox respond? Once the team found out what had happened, it worked with MLB to identify and punish the fan in question. Though the White Sox didn't release the fan's name, they said that the 22-year-old would be banned from all MLB ballparks indefinitely. The team also displayed a message of support for Marte on the videoboard when he stepped to the plate in Wednesday's game. Marte declined to comment about the incident, but MLB did say in a statement via ESPN: "We commend the White Sox for taking immediate action in removing the fan." Advertisement There's just no place in the game for fans like that. This article originally appeared on For The Win: What did the White Sox fan say to Ketel Marte?
