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Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Winnie Harlow stuns in sultry birthday pics as she celebrates turning 31 after engagement to Kyle Kuzma
Winnie Harlow celebrated her birthday in style (Image via Instagram / @winnieharlow) Pro NBA player Kyle Kuzma's girlfriend, Winnie Harlow , recently turned 31. The supermodel and entrepreneur celebrated her birthday in grand fashion with a stunning photo drop that took social media by storm. The Canadian beauty began her special day with a series of sensual photos that depicted her emanating aura, fearlessness, and individual confidence. This is her first birthday since she got engaged with her long-term boyfriend. Winnie Harlow and Kyle Kuzma celebrate her first birthday together since romantic Caribbean engagement Kyle Kuzma and Winnie Harlow's relationship started from Instagram. In 2019, the NBA star messaged the model on Instagram but never got a response. They later re-connected on Instagram early in 2020. They then started dating in April 2020 when she was with him in Los Angeles. On The Ellen Degeneres Show, the model recalled: "After a month of being on FaceTime for 24 hours every single day for a month, he was like, 'You gotta come to L.A.', And I've been in L.A. ever since. That was a year ago." Five years after they began dating, in February 2025, the couple announced that they were engaged on Instagram. They also posted a picture carousel that included a close-up of Harlow's stunning ring. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Fully Loaded 4 BHK apts for 4.49 Cr(All Incl)* in Sec 104 ATS Triumph, Gurgaon Book Now Undo Kyle Kuzma told his the-then girlfriend that he organized a trip to the Caribbean island as a long weekend vacation. Harlow simply thought he was being romantic for Valentine's Day, even though it felt more extravagant than normal. She still didn't suspect anything once she saw that he had decorated their cabin with roses, balloons, chocolate, and Champagne. The NBA player then requested her to take a seat next to him. When she did, he started reading one of his poems. She didn't realize her intuition was correct until the final line of the poem. Before Kyle Kuzma could even reveal the 8.5-carat oval-cut engagement ring with two baguette stones on the side, she said yes. Winnie Harlow and Kyle Kuzma are engaged (Image via Instagram / @winnieharlow) On the other hand, Winnie Harlow also revealed the details of her engagement to the NBA player during her Call Her Daddy guest appearance. She alluded to the special moment in a teaser that the podcast released prior to the episode airing. The Canadian model has been effective in promoting diversity in the fashion business. She is one of the most common names in the industry. She rose to fame after competing on America's Next Top Model in 2014. Now, their fans are waiting for them to tie the knot. Also read: Scottie Pippen's ex Larsa Pippen stuns fans with gym selfie amid home makeover and boyfriend's recovery For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Bucks' blockbuster three-team trade proposal lands $160 million forward
The Milwaukee Bucks have made significant moves this offseason to keep two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo happy. Before waiving Damian Lillard and signing Myles Turner this summer, the team made a bold move at the 2024-25 trade deadline by trading for Kyle Kuzma. The 30-year-old forward appeared in 33 regular-season games with Milwaukee, averaging 14.5 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists across 31.8 minutes per game. However, Kuzma struggled mightily in the postseason, raising questions about his long-term fit with the team. MORE: Ex-Bucks star Damian Lillard shares daughter's hilarious reaction to Portland reunion recently compiled a mock trade that would send Kuzma to the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for a forward coming off an injury-riddled season. Here's their proposed trade: Bucks receive: Jerami Grant, 2027 second-round pick (via ATL) Trail Blazers receive: Kyle Kuzma, AJ Green, Tyler Smith, 2032 first-round pick swap (via MKE) Hawks receive: Andre Jackson Jr. In this scenario, the Bucks would acquire a versatile scorer in Grant, who was largely a non-factor for Portland after the All-Star break due to a right knee injury. Prior to last season, the 31-year-old had averaged at least 19 points per game in four consecutive campaigns, though he hasn't played more than 63 regular-season games since the 2019-20 campaign. If the Bucks are committed to moving off Kuzma, Grant could be a viable replacement. While the deal would cost Milwaukee a future first-round pick and several young players, Grant has the potential to make a meaningful impact on a playoff-caliber team. The Bucks have made it clear they're in win-now mode in a wide-open Eastern Conference. If they don't believe their current roster can get it done, betting on Grant to return to form after a down year could be a risk worth taking. MORE NBA NEWS: Former 76ers guard drawing interest from Golden State in free agency Old JJ Redick take on Marcus Smart resurfaces after ex-Celtic lands with Los Angeles Celtics executive eyeing former Spurs center to help replace Kristaps Porzingis Knicks' blockbuster trade proposal nets $196 million forward for star big man Ex-Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic looking to put conditioning concerns to rest
Forbes
19-07-2025
- Sport
- Forbes
Milwaukee Bucks Small Forward Depth Chart After Free Agency
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MARCH 13: Taurean Prince #12 of the Milwaukee Bucks takes a three point shot ... More during a game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Fiserv Forum on March 13, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by) The Milwaukee Bucks look set to piece things together at small forward this season, using a mix of different guys to cover the spot. They didn't go out and land a true starting-caliber small forward in free agency, but they've got options—and a few directions they can go in when setting their starting five. One of those possibilities is Kyle Kuzma. He's not included in this breakdown, but it's worth mentioning him. Kuzma's natural position is power forward, which is where he played for most of his career until Milwaukee picked him up at the trade deadline. The Bucks slid him to the three to create a jumbo-sized frontcourt, but the experiment didn't exactly pan out. For a variety of reasons, Kuzma struggled in Milwaukee. He averaged just 14.5 points—his lowest since 2020-21—and posted a drop in rebounds and assists as well. GM Jon Horst reportedly wants to get him back to the four, where he's most comfortable. Of course, that's tricky with Giannis Antetokounmpo locked in at that spot. Same goes for Gary Trent Jr. and AJ Green—neither are listed here, even though one of them might end up starting at small forward. They're both more natural fits at shooting guard, which is where we've got them slotted. So, with those guys set aside, here's a look at the small forwards currently in the mix post-free agency: Taurean Prince Prince started 73 games at the three for the Bucks last season and, all things considered, held his own. He put up 8.2 points a night and shot an impressive 43.9 percent from deep—right in line with what you'd expect from him. His floor-spacing is his main value. He gives Giannis and the other creators room to work by forcing defenders to stay honest. That said, if he puts the ball on the floor, things tend to go sideways quickly. He'll likely slide into a bench role this year. Horst wants him guarding both threes and fours off the pine, which probably suits where he's at in his career. After logging 27 minutes per game last season, expect that number to dip closer to 20 in 2025-26. Andre Jackson Jr. Jackson Jr. is fighting for his roster spot heading into camp. He's entering Year 3 of his rookie deal and has shown flashes here and there—but consistency, especially on offense, has been a major issue. He's a crazy athlete, but you'd never know it watching him on the offensive end. He almost refuses to look at the basket when he's got the ball in his hands, which has severely limited his effectiveness. The Bucks gave him a partial guarantee for next season but pushed the full guarantee date back to the start of the regular season. That gives them a little more time to see where he fits, especially with a full roster in play. If Milwaukee decides to make another roster move, Jackson Jr. is probably the odd man out. He just hasn't figured out how to harness that athleticism into an NBA-level game. Final Word The Bucks have bodies at small forward, but no clear answer. Prince is solid in a limited role, and Jackson Jr. is still a work in progress. Milwaukee might roll with a guard at the three—or stay flexible depending on matchups. Either way, this spot is still very much up for grabs.
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Wizards Facing Backlash After Trade Announcement on Sunday
Wizards Facing Backlash After Trade Announcement on Sunday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. With their recent moves, the Washington Wizards have positioned themselves quite well for next year's free agency. First, they traded Kyle Kuzma for Khris Middleton at the NBA trade deadline, then traded Jordan Poole for CJ McCollum and Kelly Olynyk. Advertisement Doing so will give them ample cap space for 2027, when the salary cap is expected to go even higher. By then, Middleton, McCollum, Olynyk, and Marcus Smart will all be off their payroll, opening up a lot of cap room. However, adding Olynyk was certainly curious on the Wizards' part. Not because Olynyk can't play because he certainly still can. He's coming off a season where he averaged 8.7 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 2.9 assists. New Orleans Pelicans forward Kelly Olynyk (13) and Utah Jazz forward KJ Martin (99)Rob Gray-Imagn Images Olynyk has his own personal history with the Wizards from his days with the Boston Celtics. Most notably, Olynyk played a huge role in helping the Celtics eliminate the Wizards in the 2017 NBA Playoffs, as he put up 26 points in Game 7 of their Eastern Conference Semifinals matchup, with 15 coming in the fourth quarter. Advertisement For that reason, Wizards fans were none too happy to see him become one of their latest additions. It is very clear they still vividly remember what Olynyk did that night. "We will never forgive you for what you did to the Wizards on May 15, 2017," one wrote. 'THROW BEER CANS AT HIM!!!!!!!" another exclaimed. "Nah (expletive) Kelly Olynyk. Don't ever want to see him in a wizards uni," another demanded. "Trade ASAP we will boo him so hard on his introduction, might as well save the trouble," another demanded. Since Olynyk's time with the Celtics ended in 2017, he's bounced around with the Miami Heat, Houston Rockets, Detroit Pistons, Utah Jazz, Toronto Raptors, and the Pelicans before landing with the Wizards. Advertisement Related: Celtics' Derrick White Post Turns Heads After Warriors Trade Report Related: Nuggets Receive Unfortunate Al Horford Update After Jonas Valanciunas News This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
New York Times
26-06-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
After a lottery gut punch, the Wizards pivoted, solidly, with first-rounder Tre Johnson
Every NBA team — every single one — needs a guy who can put the ball in the basket. Every team needs a Jamal Murray. Or a Devin Booker. And, at the top of that food chain, a Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Tre Johnson, taken sixth in a draft that started in gut-wrenching fashion for the Washington Wizards six weeks ago at the lottery in Chicago, finally gets Washington back into that space, almost two years to the day since the Wizards traded Bradley Beal. Johnson is the best shooter in the 2025 draft. And he'll be the Wizards' best young two guard since Washington took Beal third in the 2012 draft. That is pretty good triage for the gaping emotional wound of watching their Cooper Flagg/Dylan Harper dreams perish last month. Advertisement And, for a team still hip-deep into a yearslong rebuild, Tre Johnson — who just turned 19 in March — is both a positional and timeline fit for a still-achingly young core group. Illinois wing Will Riley, taken 21st by the Wizards after they moved back from 18 in a trade with the Utah Jazz, is 19. Bub Carrington turns 20 in a few weeks, five days before Bilal Coulibaly turns 21. Alex Sarr is 20. Kyshawn George will be 22 in December. A.J. Johnson, acquired from the Milwaukee Bucks in the Kyle Kuzma deal, is 20. Justin Champagnie, the senior citizen of the group, is 23. (At 26, Corey Kispert qualifies for Medicare.) A lot — a lot — of Wizards fans wanted Ace Bailey at six, or at five, four or three; whatever Washington had to do to get him. I get it. Bailey's a big name and a big talent. And he could well become a superstar in this league. A lot of others wanted the Wiz to stay local and take Maryland's Derik Queen at six. Which, again, I get. Queen can play. You can run an offense through him. But Utah took Bailey with the fifth pick, one spot ahead of Washington. And, at any rate, neither Bailey nor Queen provides what the Wizards say they value most: positional length and defensive flexibility. If Bailey were actually 6-10, as he'd been advertised to be through his one season at Rutgers, that would be different. He would tower over most wings in the league. But he measured 6-7 1/2 at the Chicago combine. That's still good size. But not difference-making. And Queen, to put it charitably, doesn't provide much defensive presence. Tre Johnson is 6-4 3/4, with a 6-10 3/4 wingspan — the same wingspan as 6-8 1/4 guard Egor Demin, taken two picks later in the first round by the Brooklyn Nets. That is very good size and length for a projected NBA two guard. And Johnson fills a needed position for Washington. Until this week, the Wizards didn't have much perimeter backcourt shooting other than Jordan Poole. And Poole is no longer here. (Yes, Kispert plays some two, but ideally, he's a wing.) Now, Washington will have Tre Johnson, and CJ McCollum, a career .397 shooter from deep, at the two. Tre Johnson's checkin' in with our D.C. fam for the first time 📲 — Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) June 26, 2025 'Tre, when you look at how well he shot off the dribble, and as well as off the catch … that's impressive, at his size,' general manager Will Dawkins said after Round 1. 'I think, pound-for-pound, (he's) if not the best shooter, then one of the best shooters in the draft. But that's not his only skill. He's someone that can make plays, and make plays for others.' Advertisement Still, Tre Johnson's not a great defensive player right now. That might be what he was talking about Wednesday night, as he recalled his pre-draft meeting with Washington. Early, and often, Dawkins showed his pick-to-be plays that Johnson, by his own admission, took off in college. 'It was, really, Will just talking to me about the kind of player I want to be,' Johnson said. Washington is getting a knockdown shooter, the SEC's Rookie of the Year and an all-conference selection. At 18 during most of the season, Johnson led a Power 4 conference in scoring (19.9 ppg), shot nearly 40 percent from deep overall and almost 41 percent on catch-and-shoot 3s. That came on high usage (29.3 percent) in Austin, which won't be the case with the Wizards. Also, he will have to get better at putting the ball on the deck. But, post-Poole, the Wizards expect and hope to spray the ball around more. This isn't a diss of Poole. He was the only guy who could go get a bucket last season. And off the swing-swing pass, Johnson should make defenses pay. 'During the workout, we'd throw him in positions, on offense, plays that we run, and see how quickly he picks up on it. And the guy's a sponge. He has a high IQ,' Dawkins said. One can appreciate what Poole did last season in Washington — genuinely. He was a great teammate. He was a much more efficient player on offense. He shot a very good percentage, considering he was the one guy on the team who could get his own shot, and every opponent knew it. He gave much better and more consistent effort on defense. But the Wizards needed to move him. That they were able to do so and take two expiring contracts back in McCollum and Kelly Olynyk was an especially deft work of future cap management. The reasoning is simple. Washington can't depend, anymore, on ping-pong balls. Advertisement Its quickest path to rebuilding the roster, it hoped, would be taking top-three picks in 2025 and 2026. The first part of that plan went up in flames. The Wizards certainly are planning to be a bottom-eight team in 2025-26, to keep their first-round pick. But they can't count, anymore, on hoping that they'll be bad enough to get one of AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson or Cameron Boozer, the expected-for-now top three picks in '26. They have to have a Plan B to improve the roster further next year. By moving Poole now, rather than a year from now, they're in position to potentially clear something close to $100 million in cap space next summer. It will almost certainly not be $100 million. But, at minimum, the Wizards will have ample space — in excess of $50 million to $60 million, at least — to take in a bad contract from a team, or teams, that will be looking to get out of second apron hell. The Boston Celtics pulled the trigger this offseason by moving Kristaps Porziņģis and Jrue Holiday. The Cleveland Cavaliers and the Orlando Magic are among teams that will have similarly hard roster decisions after next season. The Denver Nuggets' governor, Josh Kroenke, even volunteered the unthinkable the other day: discussing how the second apron and unforeseen circumstances could, hypothetically, force the Nuggets to have to trade Nikola Jokić. (Hey, can you resuscitate an entire fan base with just one tank of oxygen?) The Wizards, now, don't have to depend on lottery luck next year. They can hotwire their roster by being able to take an expensive, but talented, player that better teams can no longer afford. But until then, the Wizards will take their lumps. Again. But now, it's all in with the kids. Carrington, Tre Johnson and A.J. Johnson in the backcourt — though McCollum, as long as he's here, certainly will get minutes. George, Coulibaly, Kispert, Champagnie and Riley on the wings — though Khris Middleton, as long as he's here, certainly will get minutes, and would probably start. Sarr will play the middle — though Olynyk, as long as he's here, will get some minutes. And it's time to take the training wheels off. I suspect Marcus Smart will not be on the roster opening night. There just isn't any point, for him or the team, to spend any more time here. And there are too many teams (the Dallas Mavericks, the Sacramento Kings — and, now, unfortunately, the Indiana Pacers) that could use a veteran floor general. I don't know that a lot of Middleton makes a whole lot of sense, either, but get that he might have to show other teams, at least up until the trade deadline, that he's healthy again. Advertisement For sure, Washington has to find out whether Coulibaly can get through a season without breaking down, and if he can make enough 3s to really be a part of this team's future. Time to see whether Sarr can take a big jump in Year 2. Time to see whether A.J. Johnson can be a real change-of-pace scorer off the bench. But, most importantly, it's time to give Carrington the ball for 30-34 minutes a night and see what you have. Time to see what a Carrington-Tre Johnson backcourt can really do for 24-28 minutes a night, with McCollum filling in at both guard spots and mentoring, something he did to great effect while with the New Orleans Pelicans. This is Washington's backcourt of the future. 'We feel confident where Bub has the ball,' Dawkins said. 'And we want to make sure that we're playing a style where everybody touches it. But he's going to take a step this summer. He's been in the gym, with Ky, with Alex, with Justin, with A.J. These guys have been back since May 1. It's pretty impressive, the work they've been putting in. And they're ready for the challenge and ready for more opportunity.' Dawkins and president of Monumental Basketball Michael Winger have had three drafts to show what they value in young players, and who they think has the kind of upside to take early in the first round. It's time to find out whether they're right.
