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Overtime Elite

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sports1 year ago

"Alex Sarr Emerges as Top Contender for 2024 NBA Draft No. 1 Pick"

Alex Sarr, a 7-foot-1 French center, is the projected No. 1 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Sarr's unique path to the NBA includes playing professionally in Spain, France, and Australia, as well as participating in the Overtime Elite program in the U.S. Known for his versatility and two-way play, Sarr impressed scouts with his performances in the NBL and at the NBA Draft Combine. Despite a limited sample size, his potential as a hybrid center has drawn comparisons to Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren.

sports1 year ago

"Karter Knox Chooses Kentucky: Boosts Wildcats' Recruiting Class"

Four-star small forward Karter Knox commits to the Kentucky Wildcats, following in the footsteps of his older brother and former Wildcat Kevin Knox. Knox, a class of 2024 prospect, chose Kentucky over other options and aims to pursue a professional basketball career under Coach Calipari. His commitment adds to Kentucky's strong recruiting class, and he currently plays for Overtime Elite's Rod Wave Elite team.

sports-basketball1 year ago

"Karter Knox Commits to Kentucky Wildcats Basketball, Solidifying No. 2 Recruiting Class"

Karter Knox, a 5-star small forward, has committed to Kentucky, choosing the Wildcats over Louisville, South Florida, and the NBA G-League. The 6-foot-6 player from Tampa, Florida, currently plays for the Overtime Elite program in Atlanta and is considered the No. 14 player in the class. His commitment adds to Kentucky's strong 2024 recruiting class, which includes other talented prospects.

sports2 years ago

NBA Draft Analysis: Thompson Twins, Ausar Thompson, Jordan Hawkins, and Mavs Draft Picks.

Twin brothers Amen and Ausar Thompson were both drafted in the first round of the NBA draft, with Amen going fourth to the Houston Rockets and Ausar going fifth to the Detroit Pistons. The brothers, who have never spent more than two days apart, have been preparing for this moment since they were nine years old and created a vision board with goals like becoming the greatest NBA player of all time. They were part of Overtime Elite's second draft class and were the league's first players projected to be drafted in the lottery. Despite being drafted to different teams, the Rockets and Pistons have agreed to let the brothers stay together for a few more days.

sports2 years ago

Detroit Pistons' Ausar Thompson Makes History as Top 5 Draft Pick with Athletic Defense.

Ausar Thompson, the No. 5 pick by the Detroit Pistons in the 2023 NBA Draft, is excited to join the team after feeling a strong chemistry during his visit with the organization. Thompson, who was drafted alongside his twin brother Amen, is a product of Overtime Elite and believes that the league will produce more talented players in the future. He is confident in his abilities and hopes to contribute to the Pistons' culture and success.