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[Pablo]

Grading the Knicks rookies: How are Tyler Kolek, Ariel Hukporti and Pacome Diadet performing the G League?

The youth department has never been New York's specialty, but they might've struck gold at the right time.

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Jan 1, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Tyler Kolek (13) dribbles as Utah Jazz forward Brice Sensabaugh (28) defends during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images | Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

"Tyler Kolek​

A pass-first maestro at Marquette, Tyler Kolek led the Big East in assists for three straight years and topped the NCAA in his final season. His court vision and playmaking ability caught the Knicks’ attention, leading them to acquire him on draft night.

However, with Jalen Brunson and Deuce McBride holding down the backcourt, Kolek has mostly been limited to garbage-time minutes. That hasn’t stopped him from thriving in the G League, where he’s been on fire, averaging 20.4 points and 9.1 assists through seven games with the Westchester Knicks.

His relentless work ethic has earned Tom Thibodeau’s trust, even leading to a rare double-header — playing a G League game in the afternoon before suiting up for the Knicks that night at Madison Square Garden. With his stock rising, it’s only a matter of time before he earns a consistent spot in the nine-man rotation."

 

[Pablo]

Habitat for Humanity Forsyth on Instagram: "Honoring Leadership: Congratulations, George! This Black History Month, we celebrate leaders who make a lasting impact—like our own George Redd, IV, CEO of Habitat Forsyth. He was recently awarded the 202

7 likes, 0 comments - habitatforsyth on February 20, 2025: "Honoring Leadership: Congratulations, George! This Black History Month, we celebrate leaders who make a lasting impact—like our own George Redd, IV, CEO of Habitat Forsyth. He was recently awarded the 2025 Ministers’ Conference of...

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"This Black History Month, we celebrate leaders who make a lasting impact—like our own George Redd, IV, CEO of Habitat Forsyth. He was recently awarded the 2025 Ministers’ Conference of Winston Salem and Vicinity (MCWS&V) Social Justice Award for his dedication to affordable housing, equity, and community empowerment."

 

[GMU79]

Grading the Knicks rookies: How are Tyler Kolek, Ariel Hukporti and Pacome Diadet performing the G League?

The youth department has never been New York's specialty, but they might've struck gold at the right time.

fansided.com

Jan 1, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Tyler Kolek (13) dribbles as Utah Jazz forward Brice Sensabaugh (28) defends during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images | Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

"Tyler Kolek​

A pass-first maestro at Marquette, Tyler Kolek led the Big East in assists for three straight years and topped the NCAA in his final season. His court vision and playmaking ability caught the Knicks’ attention, leading them to acquire him on draft night.

However, with Jalen Brunson and Deuce McBride holding down the backcourt, Kolek has mostly been limited to garbage-time minutes. That hasn’t stopped him from thriving in the G League, where he’s been on fire, averaging 20.4 points and 9.1 assists through seven games with the Westchester Knicks.

His relentless work ethic has earned Tom Thibodeau’s trust, even leading to a rare double-header — playing a G League game in the afternoon before suiting up for the Knicks that night at Madison Square Garden. With his stock rising, it’s only a matter of time before he earns a consistent spot in the nine-man rotation."

If only we had had a coach to take advantage of the players he brought in...

 

[Pablo]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregory-calixte-mba-7a5147223

Gregory Calixte, MBA​

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Global Custody Corporate Actions Analyst at JPMorgan Chase & Co. | Bryant MBA​

New York City Metropolitan Area​

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[psyclone]

Nice piece in the Washington Post on Duane Simpkins who is having a good season at American:

MSN

 

[Pablo]

Blake Jones played his final collegiate game today as his CSU Monterey Bay Otters did not qualify for the CCAC tournament - https://otterathletics.com/sports/mens-basketball/stats/2024-25/cal-poly-pomona/boxscore/8684

Duane Simpkins' and Isaiah Tate's American Eagles tied Bucknell for the Patriot League regular season title and will be the #2 seed in the conference tournament. Dave Paulsen's Holy Cross Crusaders with be the #10 seed - https://patriotleague.org/news/2025...l-championship-bracket-determined-3-1-25.aspx

Aaron Kelley's #2 seed D-III Catholic Cardinals (22-5, 16-2 Landmark) lost to #1 seed Drew in the Landmark Conference Tournament championship game - https://catholicathletics.com/news/...-drew-past-catholic-in-championship-game.aspx

"Catholic will await its NCAA Tournament fate on Monday afternoon when the Selection Show airs."

 

[emjayar08]

Proud of this guy

Sources: Miller, Clips agree to 4-year, $8.3M deal

The LA Clippers and two-way guard Jordan Miller have agreed to a four-year, $8.3 million contract, with the team waiving forward MarJon Beauchamp to create roster space, sources told ESPN.

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[PrimeRib3]

Daniel Relvão (left) representing his home country of Portugal

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[emjayar08]

Please move if it’s the wrong thread, but assuming these three plan to transfer at the end of the season due to lack of playing time at their current schools, who would you welcome back, if any?

-Fernandez, 4 ppg, 11 mins/g at Providence as a SO
-Barron, 5.5 ppg, 19.8 mins/g at Providence as a SO
-Okojie, 1.1. ppg, 9.8 mins/g at Memphis as a SO

 

[GMUgemini]

Please move if it’s the wrong thread, but assuming these three plan to transfer at the end of the season due to lack of playing time at their current schools, who would you welcome back, if any?

-Fernandez, 4 ppg, 11 mins/g at Providence as a SO
-Barron, 5.5 ppg, 19.8 mins/g at Providence as a SO
-Okojie, 1.1. ppg, 9.8 mins/g at Memphis as a SO

Barron was never really here but might be the best of the three.

I’d take Okojie back but would be a little scared of him for all intents and purposes sitting out all year, but he’s basically KD Johnson with more natural point guard vision. His ability to get to the line is something we could use next year.

My guess is Fernandez would wind up more at vcu than back here, but he looks like he could fit into Skinn’s scheme, at least his ability to sit at the top of a 1-3-1 and read a pass and get a runout started.

 

[undertherock]

Please move if it’s the wrong thread, but assuming these three plan to transfer at the end of the season due to lack of playing time at their current schools, who would you welcome back, if any?

-Fernandez, 4 ppg, 11 mins/g at Providence as a SO
-Barron, 5.5 ppg, 19.8 mins/g at Providence as a SO
-Okojie, 1.1. ppg, 9.8 mins/g at Memphis as a SO

Never return to your ex.

 

[mkaufman1]

Please move if it’s the wrong thread, but assuming these three plan to transfer at the end of the season due to lack of playing time at their current schools, who would you welcome back, if any?

-Fernandez, 4 ppg, 11 mins/g at Providence as a SO
-Barron, 5.5 ppg, 19.8 mins/g at Providence as a SO
-Okojie, 1.1. ppg, 9.8 mins/g at Memphis as a SO

I’d take Okojie and Fernandez back. I’m not sure if Fernandez would come back to Mason especially since he’s a “Kim guy”, but considering Okojie was a “Tony guy” I’d say that’s more likely.

Neither are very likely, I’d just put Okojie ahead. All three of these kids profile as that classic “step down a notch for bigger role” that the a10 has been able to provide to many players.

 

[jessej]

Duane Simpkins' and Isaiah Tate's American Eagles tied Bucknell for the Patriot League regular season title and will be the #2 seed in the conference tournament. Dave Paulsen's Holy Cross Crusaders with be the #10 seed - https://patriotleague.org/news/2025...l-championship-bracket-determined-3-1-25.aspx

American U. Conference Tourney Schedule

 

[Pablo]

Men’s Basketball Falls to VMI in SoCon Quarterfinals, 64-57 - UNC Greensboro

ASHEVILLE, N.C. – The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's basketball team fell in The Southern Conference (SoCon) Quarterfinal matchup with the VMI Keydets on Saturday afternoon,

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"ASHEVILLE, N.C. – The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's basketball team fell in The Southern Conference (SoCon) Quarterfinal matchup with the VMI Keydets on Saturday afternoon, 64-57, at Harrah's Cherokee Center.

Ronald Polite III led the Spartans with 18 points and Demetrius Davis followed closely behind with 15 points."

• "Malik Henry chipped in nine points and led the team with two blocks."

 

[GMU79]

Men’s Basketball Falls to VMI in SoCon Quarterfinals, 64-57 - UNC Greensboro

ASHEVILLE, N.C. – The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's basketball team fell in The Southern Conference (SoCon) Quarterfinal matchup with the VMI Keydets on Saturday afternoon,

uncgspartans.com

"ASHEVILLE, N.C. – The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's basketball team fell in The Southern Conference (SoCon) Quarterfinal matchup with the VMI Keydets on Saturday afternoon, 64-57, at Harrah's Cherokee Center.

Ronald Polite III led the Spartans with 18 points and Demetrius Davis followed closely behind with 15 points."

• "Malik Henry chipped in nine points and led the team with two blocks."

They lost to VMI???

 

[jessej]

American U. Conference Tourney Schedule

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Close but a W

 

[GMUYoda]

Bucknell out after losing to Navy... American down 3 at the half to Colgate

 

[Pablo]

Men’s Basketball Knocks Off Defending Champs, Will Play for Patriot League Title at Home - American University

WASHINGTON – For the first time in 10 years, American University men's basketball is headed to the Patriot League Championship, and for the first time in 16 years,

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View: https://youtu.be/K6kv7wjHSkM


"Up Next

• The Eagles will host the title game of the PenFed Credit Union Patriot League Championship on Wednesday, March 12 at 7 p.m. against Navy."

 

[Pablo]

MAAC Men’s Basketball Postseason Honors Released; Sydnor Wins Rookie of the Year, Dinkins Collects Sixth Player of the Year - Manhattan University Athletics

EDISON, NJ — Manhattan men's basketball compiled a list of accolades on Monday, as announced by the MAAC. Will Sydnor was named MAAC Rookie of the Year and was tabbed

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"Dinkins was awarded MAAC Sixth Player of the Year, and took his place on the All-MAAC Third Team."

• "Devin Dinkins averaged 13.5 points-per-game (11th in MAAC) which was second on Manhattan behind Sydnor.
• Dinkins ranked first in the MAAC in free throw percentage (87.7%) and third in three-point percentage (44%).
• Dinkins is 42nd nationally in free throw percentage
• Dinkins led the Jaspers with 59 three-pointers this season, and had 20 games with at least two three-pointers to his name.
• Dinkins had the highest offensive rating (122.6) of any MAAC player who was used in at least 20% of their team's possessions, per KenPom's metric.
• Dinkins is the first Jasper to win MAAC Sixth Player of the Year.
• Sydnor and Dinkins will lead the Jaspers into Thursday's Quarterfinals match-up with Iona. Tip-off is slated for 6 P.M. at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City and the action is available to stream on ESPN+. "

"Gallagher on Dinkins: 'Devin was one of the more consistent players that I've seen this season. His ability to score and his knack to get to the foul line are what separate him. His energy and toughness are something we really needed and I couldn't be happier to see everything he's put into the game.'"

 

[Pablo]

Frazier III, Camper Jr., And Terrell Jr. Secure Postseason CUSA Honors - UTEP Miners

DALLAS – Otis Frazier III (All-CUSA Second Team, All-Defensive Team), Corey Camper Jr. (All-Defensive Team, All-CUSA Honorable Mention) and David Terrell Jr. (All-CUSA

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"Otis Frazier III (All-CUSA Second Team, All-Defensive Team)"

"Frazier III (2.32 steals per game-first CUSA/15th NCAA) and Camper Jr. (2.07 spg-second CUSA/34th NCAA) become just second Miner duo to earn all-defensive team honors in the same season."

"The fourth All-CUSA honoree under head coach Joe Golding, Frazier III stuffed the stat sheet across the board while setting the tone for the Miners in 2024-25. He is the only player in CUSA to rate in the top 15 of the league for scoring (13.4 ppg-12th), assists (2.4 apg-15th), rebounding (5.5 rpg-15th), steals (2.32 spg-first CUSA/15th NCAA), blocks (0.7-tied 13th) and free-throw percentage (73.6-13th).

The senior tops the Miners in scoring and steals, essentially shares the lead in blocks while rating second for assists and rebounding. He also paces the team in free throws made (103) and attempted (140), double-digit scoring efforts (24) and double-doubles (four). He recorded at least one steal in 29 of 31 contests this season, including 19 with two or more thefts. Six times he produced at least four takeaways, including tying his own school record (eight) vs. Kennesaw State on Jan. 25."