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Naz Reid, the Timberwolves center, has emerged as a breakout star in the NBA, potentially in line for the Sixth Man of the Year Award. His journey to success is intertwined with the Roundtree family, who have been a second family to him for the past decade. The story revolves around their attachment to a well-traveled Audi, symbolizing the journey of Naz's rise from an undrafted free agent to a key player for the Timberwolves.
Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk, a top contender for NBA Sixth Man of the Year, is expected to miss four to six weeks due to a sprained right MCL. The injury occurred when Luka Doncic landed on his knee during a game against the Dallas Mavericks. With the Kings vying for a playoff spot, Monk's absence adds to their challenges as they are also without guard Kevin Huerter. Monk has been having a standout season, leading the NBA in points and assists off the bench.
The Phoenix Suns have made significant moves in free agency, including the signing of guard Eric Gordon, to bolster their roster and create depth behind their star players. With a projected 15-man roster that includes key additions like Gordon, the Suns have addressed their need for ball-handling, shooting, defense, and backup bigs. Gordon's versatility and scoring ability make him a valuable asset off the bench, and he could contend for the Sixth Man of the Year award. The Suns have reinvented themselves and improved their chances of success in the upcoming season.
Guard Jordan Clarkson is finalizing a three-year, $55 million contract renegotiation and extension with the Utah Jazz. Clarkson had a career year in his age 30 season, averaging nearly 21 points and 4.4 assists while shooting 44.4% from the field. He helped lead the Jazz to a strong playoff run and won the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year award in 2020-21.
The Utah Jazz and Jordan Clarkson have agreed to a three-year, $55 million contract extension, securing the veteran guard's future with the team. Clarkson has been a valuable player for the Jazz, whether leading the second unit or starting alongside other teammates. His role moving forward is yet to be determined, but his leadership and effort on the court make him a valuable asset for the team.
Former Philadelphia 76ers star Lou Williams announced his retirement from basketball at the age of 36. Williams played for the Sixers through the 2012 season and went on to have stints with the Atlanta Hawks, Toronto Raptors, Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers, and Houston Rockets. He was a three-time NBA Sixth Man of the Year and scored more points off the bench than anyone else in league history.
Lou Williams, a three-time NBA Sixth Man of the Year award winner, has retired after 17 NBA seasons. Williams, who last played with the Hawks during the 2021-22 season, was the second-to-last player drafted directly out of high school. He retires with the most points scored off the bench in NBA history and is one of two players to win the NBA Sixth Man of the Year award three different times. LeBron James is now the only prep-to-pro player left in the league.
Lou Williams, the three-time Sixth Man of the Year and all-time leading scorer off the bench, announced his retirement from the NBA after 17 seasons. Williams scored 13,396 of his career 15,593 points off the bench, and tied Jamal Crawford with three Sixth Man of the Year awards. He finishes with 13.9 points averaged with 3.4 assists per game. Williams' daughter narrated the video announcing his retirement, which covered his entire journey through the league.
Three-time NBA Sixth Man of the Year, Lou Williams, has announced his retirement from the league after 17 seasons with six different teams. Williams was known for his scoring off the bench and holds the record for most points scored off the bench in NBA history. He was drafted by the 76ers in 2005 and played for the Atlanta Hawks (twice), Toronto Raptors, Los Angeles Lakers, Houston Rockets, and Los Angeles Clippers. The Hawks wished him well on Twitter after his announcement.
Lou Williams, the three-time Sixth Man of the Year, has retired from the NBA after a 17-year career. Williams won three Sixth Man of the Year awards and scored an NBA-record 13,396 points off the bench. He played for six teams and finishes his career with 15,593 points, 131st in NBA history.
Lou Williams, the three-time Sixth Man of the Year and the player who scored more points off the bench than any player in NBA history, has officially retired from professional basketball after a 17-year career. Williams dropped his retirement announcement on Father's Day with a video of his daughter reading a note congratulating him on his basketball career. He began his career in 2005 with the Philadelphia 76ers and played for several teams, including the Atlanta Hawks and the Los Angeles Clippers, where he won two more Sixth Man of the Year awards.
Boston Celtics guard Malcolm Brogdon has been playing through a partially torn tendon in his right arm during the Eastern Conference Finals against the Miami Heat. Brogdon suffered the injury during Game 1 and has been managing the pain ever since. Despite being one of the best 3-point shooters in the NBA during the regular season, he has scored just two points in his past two games and is shooting 3-of-14 from deep in the series. The injury has made it hard for him to impact games as he did in the regular season.
Malcolm Brogdon has won the NBA's 2022-23 Sixth Man of the Year award, beating out competition from Immanuel Quickley and Bobby Portis. Brogdon, who joined the Boston Celtics in the offseason, averaged 14.9 points and 3.7 assists per game while shooting 44.4% from 3-point range. He provided the Celtics with much-needed ball-handling and now has the chance to compete for a championship.
Malcolm Brogdon, the 2022-23 NBA Sixth Man of the Year, has embraced the pressure of being the "missing piece" for the Boston Celtics in their quest for a championship. Brogdon was acquired from the Indiana Pacers in exchange for Aaron Nesmith, Daniel Theis, and a 2023 first-round pick. He has provided a scoring jolt off the bench and his poise and pace have been vital to the team's success. Brogdon credits first-year coach Joe Mazzulla for earning the respect of the players and helping the team achieve its lofty goals.