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sports5 months ago

Boston Celtics Trade Niang for R.J. Luis Jr. and Sign Boucher

The Boston Celtics traded Georges Niang and two second-round picks to the Utah Jazz for R.J. Luis Jr. to free up salary cap space, then signed veteran big man Chris Boucher for the minimum, strengthening their front line. The Jazz received Niang and picks, with Niang likely to be flipped before the trade deadline, while Luis Jr. fills a two-way slot.

sports2 years ago

Cavs' Shrewd Trades and Free Agency Targets: Boosting Shooting and Retaining Key Players

The Cleveland Cavaliers have made a shrewd trade to address their need for outside shooting by acquiring Max Strus and Georges Niang. In the deal, the Cavs sent Cedi Osman, Lamar Stevens, and draft picks to San Antonio and Miami. Strus, a 6-foot-5 small forward, brings playoff experience and a gritty defensive mindset from his time with the Miami Heat. Niang, a 6-foot-7 forward, is known for his shooting prowess, particularly from beyond the arc. The Cavs hope that these additions will provide the much-needed shooting boost they lacked in the previous season.

sports2 years ago

Cavs Bolster Shooting with Free Agent Georges Niang

The Cleveland Cavaliers have made moves in NBA free agency by signing forwards Caris LeVert and Georges Niang. LeVert agreed to a two-year, $32 million contract, while Niang agreed to a three-year, $26 million deal. These signings improve the Cavs' depth and add experienced veterans to their young core. Niang will be reunited with former teammate Donovan Mitchell, and both players bring playoff experience to Cleveland. General Manager Koby Altman is addressing the team's needs following their playoff exit, but not making sweeping changes.

sports2 years ago

Georges Niang Joins Cavaliers, Leaving Sixers and Drawing Bulls' Interest

Sharpshooting forward Georges Niang will reportedly sign a three-year, $26 million deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers, ending his tenure with the Philadelphia 76ers. Niang, known for his three-point shooting, will provide veteran support to the Cavaliers' young core. During his time with the Sixers, Niang proved to be a valuable rotational player, providing much-needed spacing and solid defense in the playoffs. His departure may open up opportunities for the Sixers to re-sign Jalen McDaniels.

sports2 years ago

Georges Niang Joins Cavaliers in Lucrative Three-Year Deal

Georges Niang has agreed to a three-year, $26 million contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers, leaving the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency. Niang, a stretch forward, was a successful role player for the Sixers, known for his three-point shooting and fiery personality. The Cavaliers, coming off a breakthrough season, were in need of experienced bench help and long-range shooting. The departure of Niang adds to the Sixers' offseason priorities of replacing his shooting and bench production.

sports2 years ago

NBA Free Agency: Niang Interested in Sixers Return, Brown's Technical Foul Rescinded.

Georges Niang, who averaged 8.2 points and 2.4 rebounds while shooting 40.1% from deep off the bench for the Philadelphia 76ers, expressed his desire to return to the team in free agency after their Game 7 loss to the Boston Celtics. Niang has been an important piece to the Sixers' bench unit, shooting 40.2% from deep during his two seasons with the team.

sports2 years ago

Jaylen Brown Speaks Out Against Controversial Technical Foul and Leg-Grab Play in NBA Game.

Celtics star Jaylen Brown received a technical foul for chirping at the 76ers bench during Game 7, but upon review, it was revealed that he was reacting to a knee grab from Georges Niang. Niang was issued a technical foul, but officials upheld the initial call on Brown. Brown expressed his displeasure with head referee Scott Foster's immediate ruling and posted a video on Instagram highlighting Niang's grab. Despite the incident, Brown and Jayson Tatum combined for 76 points in the Celtics' blowout victory over the 76ers, sending them to the Eastern Conference finals.

sports2 years ago

Jaylen Brown criticizes Scott Foster's handling of Niang bench incident.

Jaylen Brown expressed his frustration with referee Scott Foster's quick trigger after he was given a technical foul during a tiff with Georges Niang in the second quarter of the Celtics' Game 7 win over the 76ers. Brown defended Niang, saying he didn't think he was a bad guy and was caught up in the intensity of the game. Brown finished the game with 25 points and six rebounds.

sports2 years ago

Jaylen Brown's Controversial Moments on the Court

Jaylen Brown expressed his disagreement with a call made by NBA official Scott Foster during a skirmish with the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. Brown received a technical foul after getting caught up in the incident, which involved 76ers forward Georges Niang. Brown claimed that Niang had pulled his leg, leading to the altercation. Despite the commotion, the Celtics went on to win the game 112-88 and advance to the conference finals.

sports2 years ago

Technical Fouls and Flagrant 1 Issued in NBA Playoffs

Celtics' Jaylen Brown and 76ers' Georges Niang were issued double technical fouls after contact on the bench during Game 7 of the NBA playoffs. Brown fell into the 76ers' bench after reaching to save a rebound, and Niang made contact with Brown's body. Referee Scott Foster whistled Brown for a technical foul, and after replay review, both Niang and Brown were assessed technicals. The incident was part of a tension-filled first half between the longtime rivals.

sports2 years ago

Jaylen Brown and Georges Niang both receive technical fouls in Game 7.

In a physical Game 7 between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers, incidents requiring video review have already occurred. In the second quarter, 76ers reserve Georges Niang grabbed Jaylen Brown's leg, resulting in double technical fouls. Earlier in the game, James Harden elbowed Brown in the face, resulting in a flagrant-1 foul. The Celtics lead the 76ers 55-52 at halftime.

sports2 years ago

"76ers reserves stun Hawks in OT thriller with Springer's emergence"

The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Atlanta Hawks 136-131 in overtime despite missing their entire starting lineup. Jaden Springer, in his first career start, had a career-high 19 points and played solid defense against Trae Young. Georges Niang had the best performance with 24 points, while Furkan Korkmaz had the worst with only one made shot. The victory was a major confidence boost for the Sixers.

sports2 years ago

"Sixers' bench shines in thrilling overtime win against Hawks"

The Philadelphia 76ers sat their top six players and defeated the Atlanta Hawks in overtime, 136-131, with standout performances from Jaden Springer, Georges Niang, Jalen McDaniels, and Danuel House Jr. Springer tied the game twice in the final minute of regulation and locked up Trae Young to force a 24-second violation. Niang rediscovered his range, tying a career-high with 24 points, including a pair of threes in overtime. McDaniels showed his two-way skills, scoring 24 points and hitting multiple triples in three straight games. House was aggressive with the ball, making the case for postseason minutes.