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a day ago
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Nets take BYU G Egor Demin with 8th overall pick in 2025 NBA Draft
The Brooklyn Nets came into the 2025 NBA Draft with six picks to use in the draft after pulling off a multi-team trade with the Atlanta Hawks and Boston Celtics. Brooklyn was rumored to be one of the teams that could make noise in the draft by doing something unexpected. One could say that the Nets did something that no one else thought about. This article originally appeared on Nets Wire: Nets take BYU G Egor Demin with 8th overall pick in 2025 NBA Draft
Yahoo
03-07-2025
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Kevin Durant's Thoughts on Ace Bailey Comparison Earn a Big Reaction from the Rutgers Star
Kevin Durant's Thoughts on Ace Bailey Comparison Earn a Big Reaction from the Rutgers Star originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The 2025 NBA draft is quickly approaching and one of the biggest stars entering the draft is Rutgers Ace Bailey. Bailey had a tremendous freshman season, averaging 17.6 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.3 blocks and 1.0 steals per game. His impressive performance has earned him comparisons to NBA star and Texas alumni Kevin Durant. Durant agreed when asked about the comparisons. Advertisement "Yeah, I think so," Durant said. "It's insane the shots he can make over multiple people at that length. It's incredible to watch. Him and his teammate Dylan Harper are playing some great ball. They're one of my favorite teams to watch. He's a problem, I can't wait to see his career grow." Former Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35).Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images In a post on the NBA Instagram account on Wednesday, Bailey was shown this clip and reacted. "That's hard," Bailey said. "I mean it feels good that one of the greats recognizes that about me. Hearing that from KD, that's everybody's favorite player, so him speaking on that to me is just like a blessing. Lets me know to just keep working. There's more to achieve." Advertisement Despite the comparison to Durant, there is speculation that Bailey could fall out of the top five of the 2025 NBA draft. A big reason for that is Bailey's decision not to work out with any NBA teams ahead of the draft. There is speculation from many media members that Bailey is trying to avoid some teams at the top of the draft while engineering the team he gets selected by. Related: Ace Bailey Avoids 76ers Question Before NBA Draft This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 25, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
27-06-2025
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Ace Bailey hasn't reported to the Jazz yet amid differing approach from his manager, representation
New Utah Jazz rookie Ace Bailey appears determined to make himself the second biggest name to come out of the 2025 NBA Draft ... and not in a good way. Bailey's situation got even more cloudy Friday amid reports he has not reported to the Jazz yet. As of Friday morning, Bailey had yet to join his new team, according to That development comes after an unusual draft process, in which Bailey declined to workout with individual teams ahead of the draft. Advertisement Prior to the draft, it was reported that Bailey wanted to land with one of three teams. The Jazz were not one of the team's on Bailey's reported list. Despite that, the team took him with the No. 5 overall pick. After the draft, it was reported that one of Bailey's reps told a team in the top-5 that it should not select Bailey in the draft. It's unclear which team was told to stay away from the Rutgers guard. Bailey was asked about the situation Wednesday. He didn't seem openly angry about it, instead giving a neutral answer and saying, "I can control what I control. How they feel [is] how they feel." The situation has only gotten murkier from there. Following Day 2 of the 2025 NBA Draft, Bailey's manager, Omar Cooper, declined to comment when asked about the former Rutgers' star's future in Utah. On Friday morning, however, Andrew Witlieb, the president of GSE Worldwide, which represents Bailey, appeared on a Front Office Sports podcast and said Bailey was excited about going to Utah. Advertisement "He's thrilled to be going to Utah," Witlieb said. "Obviously, it's an honor to be selected in the top-5 of the NBA Draft. We think he can do a lot of great things out there." The fact that Bailey had yet to report to the Jazz as of Friday morning isn't necessarily a big deal. Dallas Mavericks No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg waited until Friday to join his new team. It's possible Bailey will report later Friday and put an end to this whole saga. That's the expectation from the Jazz, at least. Team vice president of player development Avery Bradley said he expects all the team's rookies to report on a normal timetable in preparation for Summer League. Bradley didn't specifically say Bailey would report by Friday, just that he was expected to be with the team "this weekend." Advertisement The Jazz's other pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Walter Clayton Jr., has reportedly already joined the team. Who is Omar Cooper? Until Friday, Bailey's relationship with Cooper and GSE Worldwide was also unclear. Some outlets referred to Cooper as Bailey's agent despite reports Cooper is not a certified agent. Witlieb shed some light on that situation during his podcast appearance, referring to Cooper as Bailey's manager. Witlieb said Cooper was focused on finding the best fit for Bailey, and was not necessarily concerned about how high Bailey was picked in the 2025 NBA Draft. "This was led by Bailey's long-time manager, Omar Cooper, who we are partnering on with this. And Omar really focused more on fit rather than going third in the draft kind of thing. He wanted some place where Ace could have the best possible basketball fit for his game. And we think Utah is one of the best places he could have gone." Cooper is listed as the "C.E.O and Founder of LifeStyle Sports Agency" on his Instagram page. A link to the agency's website leads to essentially a "coming soon" page. Advertisement Despite GSE Worldwide officially representing Bailey, Cooper appears to have served as the main point person for a lot of comments and interviews regarding Bailey leading up to the 2025 NBA Draft. If Bailey truly doesn't want to play for the Jazz, he doesn't have many choices. The team reportedly has no interest in trading Bailey after making him the No. 5 overall pick in the draft, per ESPN's Shams Charania. With the Jazz starting Summer League training camp Monday, Bailey still has time to report and change the narrative. If he's not with the team by Monday, however, that could pose some serious problems for him and the team.
Time of India
27-06-2025
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'She means the world to me" - NBA Draft 2025's No.2 pick Dylan Harper proves he is mama's boy with his adorable answer
NBA Draft 2025's No.2 pick Dylan Harper proves he is mama's boy with his adorable answer (Image Credit: Getty Images) Wednesday night was a big night for 19-year-old Dylan Harper. As the NBA Draft 2025's No.2 pick, he was drafted by the San Antonio Spurs. After the draft, he got the opportunity to address the press. He handled every question like a pro. But one question that stole everyone's heart was about her mother. When asked about his feelings for his mother, the one-and-done player from Rutgers summed it up in six simple yet deep words. He said, 'She means the world to me.' Dylan Harper was accompanied by her mother, Maria Harper, to the NBA Draft Night on Wednesday. She was equally excited about the important milestone in her son's basketball career. Dylan Harper summed up his feelings for his mother, Maria Harper, at NBA Draft press conference Dylan Harper's First Interview as a San Antonio Spur Maria Harper must be on cloud nine as her son, Dylan Harper, was the No. 2 pick at the NBA Draft 2025. The night became more beautiful for her when Dylan said loving words about her during the post-draft press conference. He said that his mother meant the world to him, summing up his feelings with amazing maturity. Though ready for the biggest league in basketball, the NBA, Harper proved he is a mama's boy with his innocent answer. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Rajasthan Mosquito-Free Nights: Residents Share Unexpected Secret Mosquito Eliminator Read More Undo Dylan also answered questions about his NBA aspirations in another interview with ESPN. Talking about how he plans to pursue his NBA dreams, he said: "I think when you play with a bunch of great players, it just brings the best out of you. They got a great young core over there. I'm just ready to get in there and make an impact anywhere I can with those guys." ESPNW approached Maria Harper for her thoughts on her son making the NBA debut. She shared: 'It's surreal. The NBA is a very, very exclusive club. He's worked so hard to get here. I'm just proud of." Dylan Harper felt an array of emotions as he got drafted into NBA as No.2 pick Dylan Harper and Maria's emotions knew no boundaries when he finally got the spot in the San Antonio Spurs. They celebrated the achievement and expressed how they were feeling after the decision. Dylan said: "I'm feeling everything. All the emotions... from crying, to laughing, to being happy, everything. I just feel everything. I'm excited." Speculations were rife that the Spurs might go for a superstar; however, the decision remained a secret till the end. Maria Harper, like a responsible mother, held the fort for her son on a crazy night like the NBA Draft. She stood by his side during the moments of anticipation. When asked about the reason behind her son's achievement, she proudly said: 'His flat-out love for the game. His determination. His humility. Just hard work - day in, day out." Maria Harper became an internet sensation with her words and sense of style. She was everything a son might look for in a support system when attending a crucial event like the NBA Draft. Also Read: Who are Dylan Harper's parents? Everything you need to know about San Antonio Spurs' newest draft pick's mom Maria, and NBA champion dad Ron Harper Dylan Harper had every right to enjoy his big night. Having averaged 19.4 points and 4.0 assists per game in his sole season at Rutgers, he made a strong case for the NBA draft. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Maria Harper stuns NBA fans with viral draft moment as Dylan Harper joins San Antonio Spurs
Maria Harper stuns NBA fans with viral draft moment as Dylan Harper joins San Antonio Spurs (Image Source: Getty Images) NBA player Dylan Harper's mother, Maria Harper became an instant sensation on June 25, at the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. When her son was drafted second overall by the San Antonio Spurs, cameras panned to his family and that's when Maria stole the show. Her serene comportment, chic appearance, and proud smile made her an overnight sensation. Maria Harper steals spotlight after Dylan Harper's NBA Draft pick by San Antonio Spurs Dylan Harper is a 19 year old standout from Rutgers and had the biggest night of his life on Wednesday, June 25. The NBA draft was in full swing at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn when the San Antonio Spurs called his name as No. 2 choice. Just moments before, Cooper Flagg was selected first by the Dallas Mavericks. Dylan made his way to the stage, greeted NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, and smiled widely. As this happened, ESPN turned the camera to Dylan's family. They were clapping and cheering. But what caught everyone's attention was his mother, Maria. She wore a black dress and stood still with the rest of the family. The camera only stayed on her for a short moment. In just minutes, people online started talking. Clips and photos of Maria began showing up everywhere. Maria Harper played Division I basketball years ago and helped train Dylan Harper throughout his childhood. During the short ESPN interview, Maria spoke clearly and warmly about her son. 'It's his love for basketball,' she said. 'He works hard every single day. He's humble. That's why he's here.' Fans online called Maria everything from 'beautiful' to 'strong' and 'inspiring.' Her appearance became a trending topic across platforms like X (formerly Twitter ) and Instagram . Many users said she 'stole the show' on what was supposed to be her son's big night. Chloe Kitts and Maria Harper turn heads on NBA Draft night Maria Harper wasn't the only one who caught eyes during the draft. Chloe Kitts, a women's college basketball star from South Carolina, showed up to support her boyfriend, Collin Murray-Boyles, who was also drafted that night. She stood by his side during interviews and family celebrations. People online also noticed Chloe for her poise and style. Photos of her went viral, with fans calling her 'stunning' and 'a star herself.' Just like Maria, Chloe became a surprise highlight during the night full of big picks and bright lights. The 2025 NBA draft was not just about players being selected. It was also about the people behind them, who stood next to them for years. While the spotlight was on the future stars, the quiet strength next to them was equally powerful. Also Read: NBA Draft 2025: How and when to watch Round 2 - Time, date, venue, and more Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
