JJ Redick signs a 4-year deal as the new Los Angeles Lakers’ coach.
The Los Angeles Lakers have hired JJ Redick as the franchise’s new head coach. Redick had been in the conversation to replace Darvin Ham alongside Dan Hurley, who turned down the Lakers’ contract to pursue a third consecutive national championship with Connecticut. A 15-year professional basketball player and broadcaster, Redick has been regarded as a top analytic figure. He’s worked with ESPN and runs a basketball podcast, “Mind The Game” with Lebron James. Sources have revealed that although he has no formal coaching experience, his vision for the team and the sync between Anthony Davis and Lebron has impressed the Lakers’ board. Fans hope that JJ Redick can turn the tide and lead the franchise to another title.
BREAKING: JJ Redick has signed a 4-year deal to become the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers pic.twitter.com/v1mSqBbuhA
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) June 20, 2024
The Chicago Bulls trade Alex Caruso to OKC for guard, Josh Giddy.
In a surprising turn of events, Chicago Bulls have traded their all-time defensive guard, Alex Caruso to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a straight up, one-for-one swap deal to get Australian guard, Josh Giddy. After an impressive season, this offers the young OKC team with one of the league’s best role players and huge experience. For the Bulls, there has been a search for a young playmaker since Lonzo Ball’s injury and Josh Giddy offers this. A number of franchises including the Milwaukee Bucks and Boston Celtics had shown interest in Caruso and many NBA fans have expressed their excitement with the pending move.
BREAKING: The Chicago Bulls are trading two-time All-Defensive guard Alex Caruso to the Oklahoma City Thunder for guard Josh Giddey, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/V3t12MA3Uo
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) June 20, 2024
James McClean makes a huge claim about England star, Declan Rice.
Arsenal’s midfielder, Declan Rice has impressed greatly since his £100 million move to Arsenal last summer. After leading the North London club to one of the fiercest title challenges in recent times, many pundits and fans have labelled him a world-class player. However, he has not had the dream start in the current Euros competition. Former Ireland winger, James McClean has described Rice as being very overrated. After his display against Serbia, McClean expressed his dissatisfaction. He said, I think Declan Rice is very overrated. Don’t get me wrong, I think he is a very good footballer but the way the English media wax lyrical about him, I think it’s completely over the top.” Comparing him to Germany’s Jamal Musiala and Toni Kroos, McClean explained that the Arsenal star has failed to justify his hype.
🚨🚨🎙️| James McClean (former Ireland player): "I think Declan Rice is very OVERRATED. Don’t get me wrong I think he’s a very good footballer but the way the English media wax lyrical about him, I think it’s completely over the top."
"For me he’s not world-class. I don’t think… pic.twitter.com/wQB4G21jdh
— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) June 20, 2024
England struggles as they settle for a 1-1 draw against Denmark.
Gareth Southgate’s men were able to secure a draw after Thursday’s frustrating game against Denmark, leaving fans greatly disgruntled. England started the game on a bright side as Harry Kane rebounded a deflected cross from Kyle Walker for an early lead in the 18th minute. However, Denmark got a well-deserved equalizer from Morten Hjulmand’s stunning shot from nearly 24 yards. Despite England being one of the favourites to win the competition, they have failed to showcase dominance in any of their 2 games.
The points are shared between the #ThreeLions and Denmark in Frankfurt. pic.twitter.com/6H0O8kX7Br
— England (@England) June 20, 2024
Angel Reese makes WNBA history after consecutive double-doubles.
Chicago Sky’s star, Angel Reese is one of the figures that have helped the WNBA gain major tractions. After her success with Louisiana State University, she was drafted as the 7th overall pick in the 2024 Draft. Since, she has shown her presence in the league. She is top 3 among the rookies leading in points, rebounds, steals and efficiency. She has just made history as the first rookie in WNBA history to record at least 7 consecutive double-doubles. Speaking to reporters after her historic game, Reese said she was just very excited to be in the league, noting that she has a lot more aspects of her game to grow.
"I have so much more to grow, and I'm just excited to be in this league."
Angel Reese was all smiles after becoming the first rookie to record at least seven straight double-doubles 👑 pic.twitter.com/9b7j76yIVA
— ESPN (@espn) June 20, 2024