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USA Today
4 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Bronny James could participate in Drew League in Los Angeles
This month's summer league was a mixed bag for the Los Angeles Lakers. They went 1-3 in the main Las Vegas summer league, and Dalton Knecht, whom people were hoping would show some real signs of growth, struggled throughout. On the other hand, Bronny James played well on both ends of the floor, which has given people additional hope about his chances of eventually making it as an NBA rotation player. Every summer, the Drew League, a pro-am competition, is held in Los Angeles. There have been times when NBA superstars such as Kobe Bryant or LeBron James have shown up there, and commissioner Dino Smiley said that the younger James could participate this year. Via 'I've heard Bronny, but nothing clear on that yet. I heard Bronny might play. But nothing concrete. Earlier in the summer, there was talk about Dalton Knecht and Cam Christie playing.' The Drew League began play midway through last month, and its playoffs will start on Aug. 2. Some may be concerned that the younger James could get hurt playing against amateur players, but it could also give him an opportunity to sharpen his skills a bit and get in shape before training camp.
USA Today
21-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Braden Fiske calls Cooper Kupp 'one of the greatest humans' he's been around
Braden Fiske calls Cooper Kupp 'one of the greatest humans' he's been around Braden Fiske was only teammates with Cooper Kupp for one season, but the 2024 second-round rookie already had built up a lot of admiration for the veteran receiver. Fiske told DJ Siddiqi of that he didn't start to build a relationship with Kupp until the end of the season, but he was disappointed when reports surfaced that the team planned to move on from him during the 2025 offseason. 'As I've kind of learned, it's the unfortunate side of the business—you never wanna see your brother get traded or released," Fiske said. 'Being a young player, you're always surprised by moves like that 'cause you're so new to the league, and in college, you're so used to guys being there. ... Obviously, it was tough.' Fiske finished his spectacular rookie season with 8.5 sacks, 10 quarterback hits and two forced fumbles. He is poised to be a figurehead on the Rams' young defense alongside 2024 Defensive Rookie of the Year Jared Verse. And along the way, Fiske picked up some learnings from Kupp despite them playing on opposite sides of the ball. 'I can't really say enough good things about him," Fiske said. "He really is one of the greatest humans I've been around, and just the way he carries himself, the way he goes about his work, the way he loves and takes care of his family. He really is top-notch. It sucks to see him go, but I'm excited to see where his journey takes him." Fiske isn't the only Rams player to effuse praise for Kupp. Receivers Puka Nacua and Tutu Atwell already talked about how much they'll miss their fellow wideout. Kupp's absence will be felt in the locker room, but Fiske and the Rams will still get to see Kupp throughout the season after he signed with the NFC West rival Seattle Seahawks. Kupp will face his old squad twice a year in 2025 and as long as he remains with the Seahawks. The Rams, meanwhile, replaced Kupp with Davante Adams to play opposite Nacua.
