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New York KnicksKnicks inform Trae Young he'll likely be taken before their pick

Like most teams around the NBA landscape, the New York Knicks have shifted their focus to the upcoming Draft, which is to be held on Thursday, June 21st. The Knickerbockers, who are currently holding the ninth pick, are said to have interest in quite a few players, including University of Oklahoma guard Trae Young. The […]

New York KnicksTrae Young to only work out for Knicks, Hawks, Magic, Bulls

As Trae Young gets prepared to hear his name on draft night, he has put together a select list of teams he will work out for, and it only includes four teams. According to Marc Berman of The New York Post, the four teams are the New York Knicks, Atlanta Hawks, Orlando Magic, and Chicago […]

New York KnicksKnicks GM Steve Mills intrigued by Trae Young

New York Knicks president Steve Mills was raving about Oklahoma point guard sensation Trae Young before having dinner with the point guard. The flashy talent had his pre-draft workout scheduled for Tuesday at the practice facility, one particular talent which Mills thought “has the chance to be a special player.” “He’s a little bit bigger […]

New York KnicksKnicks schedule Trae Young for private workout

With the 2017-18 season all but over and the Draft Lottery in the rear-view mirror, several teams around the NBA are shifting their focus towards the future, including the New York Knicks, who finished with a 29-53 overall record (11th in the Eastern Conference). According to a report from ESPN’s Ian Begley, the Knicks have […]

New York KnicksKnicks will workout Trae Young prior to NBA Draft

Trae Young, who took college basketball by storm, is set to have a private workout with the New York Knicks at their practice facility in Westchester County. ESPN was the first to report the news. Young, who led college basketball in both points and assists this past season, is an intriguing prospect for many NBA […]

NBATrae Young gained weight, muscle since end of college season

Trae Young is one of the most intriguing prospects coming into this years NBA Draft. He is one of the most gifted passers of his class, and he can also pull up from anywhere on the court. One of the questions surrounding Young is just how strong can he get. His body was good-enough with the […]

Orlando MagicFive Questions: Should the Orlando Magic Sell High On Aaron Gordon?

For the fifth time in six seasons, the Orlando Magic failed to crack 30 wins, securing another trip to the lottery and the sixth overall pick. It wasn’t all bad news for Orlando, as Aaron Gordon broke out in his fourth season, averaging 17.6 points and 7.9 rebounds while making 115 three-pointers in 58 games. […]

Cleveland CavaliersTop targets for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2018 NBA Draft

The Cleveland Cavaliers have reached the NBA Finals for the fourth year in a row. All eyes are, rightfully, on the franchise’s series against the Golden State Warriors. And yet, there’s important decisions looming in the offseason for the Cavs. Regardless of how things turn out for the team against the All-Star-laden Golden State Warriors […]

NBABest trades all 29 teams can offer Suns for No. 1 pick in 2018 NBA Draft

The Phoenix Suns were the big winners of last week’s 2018 NBA Draft Lottery when they were announced to have won the right to select the first overall pick. There’s no question that the Suns are the envy of just about every NBA team these days, as they have the luxury of picking the best […]

NBANew York Knicks saviors not named LeBron James

The New York Knicks tried to be a team worthy of their fans’ attention last season, but in the end, they still missed the playoffs and looked like a team that is going nowhere. They finished with a 29-53 record and brandished a lineup that made Michael Beasley relevant again  — depending on how one […]

NBARumor: Knicks have mutual interest in drafting Trae Young

The New York Knicks have the ninth pick in the NBA Draft, and according to The New York Daily News, they have mutual interesting in drafting Trae Young. His dad talked to the Daily News about his interest last week: “That’s what Trae lives for. He lives for that type of stuff. Just think about it: […]

NBAThunder news: OKC meeting with Trae Young at combine, possibly desiring lottery pick

The Oklahoma City Thunder will pick 20th in the upcoming NBA Draft, but it’s possible the organization plans to move up after examining some of the pre-draft interviews OKC is conducting. The Thunder turned some heads when news came out that they plan to interview local product Trae Young of Oklahoma, as well as Missouri’s […]

NBATrae Young says he's the best player in the Draft

In one season in Norman, Trae Young was able to show his boundless range and terrific playmaking. The former Oklahoma Sooners guard, however, thinks he needs to reinforce his on-court performance with worded confidence in order to convert any naysayers left into believers. Speaking to reporters on Friday, including Scott Gleeson of USA TODAY Sports, […]

New York KnicksREPORT: Trae Young expected to meet with New York Knicks

During the 2018 NBA Draft lottery on Tuesday evening, it saw the New York Knicks land the ninth overall selection in next month’s draft. According to Stefan Bondy of The New York Daily News, the Knicks are wasting no time in bringing prospects as Trae Young’s father stated that his son is set to meet […]

New York KnicksTrae Young's dad confident his son is ready for New York spotlight

Trae Young is among the most talked about prospect heading into next month’s NBA Draft and the likelihood of the New York Knicks selecting him in the first round only adds to the guard’s mainstream value as of the moment. For Young’s father, Ray, the former Oklahoma Sooners’ guard is going to be just in […]

Golden State WarriorsStephen Curry's advice to Trae Young

Oklahoma product Trae Young has drawn comparisons to Stephen Curry during his rousing freshman season, and now that he’s heading into the pros as one of the first-round prospects of this 2018 NBA Draft, the young point guard revealed he’s gotten some advice from the very one that came before him. “He’s given me a […]

NBAPuma targeting Trae Young as it eyes return to the basketball market

After nearly 20 years out of the basketball landscape, Puma is looking to get back in the game. In fact, it sounds like they have their eyes on a potential front man for their campaign: former Oklahoma Sooners point guard Trae Young. According to a report from ESPN’s Nick DePaula, Young and his family recently […]

NBATrae Young garnering interest from several sneaker companies

One of the most intriguing prospects in this year’s NBA Draft, is former Oklahoma Sooners guard, Trae Young. He isn’t just gaining attention from NBA teams though, he also is one of the most sought-after guys for the major shoe companies. According to Nick DePaula of ESPN, not only is Young receiving attention from Under Armour, Nike, […]

Golden State WarriorsVideo: Stephen Curry, Trae Young talk courtside before Game 5

Oracle Arena is a packed house tonight for Game 5 to see whether the defending champion Golden State Warriors can close out their Western Conference Semifinals matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans. One of those people in attendance is none other than former Oklahoma Sooners star point guard and a projected top-10 selection in the 2018 […]

NBALook: Kobe Bryant gifts autographed jersey to Trae Young

It’s only a matter of time before former Oklahoma Sooners guard Trae Young invades the shore of the NBA with the 2018 NBA Draft only less than two months away from happening. For now, though, Young is content getting gifts like this one from no other than Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant himself. This […]

NBANBA scouts giving Collin Sexton major edge over Trae Young

Many prospects have already declared for June’s NBA Draft and while the national headlines have given Oklahoma’s Trae Young most of the spotlight after leading the nation in points and assists, some scouts seems to think his game-changing antics won’t translate into the league. Collin Sexton, an Alabama freshman point guard that declared for the […]

NBATrae Young claims it'd be a 'blessing' to play with Knicks

Trae Young made the first major appearance of his post-collegiate career in ESPN’s First Take, logically prompted by native New Yorker Steven A. Smith of the possibility of playing for his hometown Knicks. The Oklahoma product replied eagerly, noting that dealing with the media during his lone breakout season in college has prepared him to […]

NBALonzo Ball responds to Trae Young's impersonation of his shot

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Lonzo Ball’s shooting form has been an easy target for critics and players alike. And the latest to join the bandwagon is college superstar Trae Young. A video of Young impersonating Ball’s awkward shooting form was recently uploaded by Overtime: Trae Young out here looking like LONZO 😂 @TheTraeYoung @ZO2_ pic.twitter.com/zyJ0GfuBYc — […]

NBAVideo: Trae Young impersonates Lakers guard Lonzo Ball's shot

After one season in college, top NBA prospect Trae Young has announced his decision to enter the 2018 NBA Draft. With his amateur career seemingly over, Young now shifts his focus to further impressing NBA front offices. Young, however, is probably not going to help boost his own stock if he ever adopted the shooting […]

NBATrae Young vs. Stephen Curry detailed by front office member

Trae Young announced on Twitter that he would be entering the NBA draft and is expected to be at worst a lottery pick. I will enter the June NBA Draft!!🙏🏽❤️🏀💯 pic.twitter.com/TM0a2VOdkX — Trae Young (@TheTraeYoung) March 20, 2018 He took the college basketball world by storm when he was dominating the ranks early in the […]

NBAReport: Oklahoma sensation Trae Young to declare for NBA Draft

University of Oklahoma freshman sensation Trae Young will declare for the NBA Draft, according to a report by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The 19-year-old had once of the most spectacular seasons in NCAA history, posting averages of 27.4 points and 8.7 assists per game — leading the nation in both categories. Young is considered one of the […]

NBA4 Teams That Need To Draft Trae Young In The Lottery, Despite Early NCAA Tournament Exit

If you were hoping to get a closer look at all of the top college prospects during this year’s NCAA tournament, you are already somewhat disappointed. Of the top 10 projected picks in the upcoming 2018 NBA Draft, four of them got knocked out in the first round. Possibly the most notable of all was […]

NBANBA scouts wouldn't take Trae Young in lottery after early exit from NCAA Tournament

Trae Young’s early exit from the NCAA Tournament could really hurt his stock value in the eyes of many NBA scouts, who doubt the freshman would be taken in the lottery of this upcoming NBA Draft. The Oklahoma native couldn’t do enough to get his Sooners to best the Rhode Island Rams, despite making a […]

NBATrae Young's father wants him to consider returning to Oklahoma

Trae Young took the college basketball world by storm earlier this season when he was willing his team, the Oklahoma Sooners to win after win after win. If you were to turn on Sportscenter he was the top story every day and people were wondering if he was going to be the next NBA superstar. But […]

NBAThrowback photo of Trae Young with Damian Lillard emerges

Trae Young has caught the attention of many in his first season with Oklahoma. He started his collegiate career like a house on fire, recording one solid game after another. It has made him receive a lot of high praise from some of the best players in the NBA today, like LeBron James and Stephen […]

NBANBA scouts not giving up on slumping Trae Young

Oklahoma Sooner star Trae Young has been one of the best point guards in the NCAA. Young is a tremendous shooter and passer, and many scouts and fans are comparing him to Stephen Curry because of his excellent 3-point shooting. Many NBA scouts have been pleased with Young’s collegiate production and his current progress. In […]

Boston CelticsTrae Young says he's got to add Kyrie Irving's insane move

Kylie Irving is fondly known by fans for being the best ball handler in the league. The way the Boston Celtics star moves with the ball is nothing short but magical. In fact, Irving’s quick and dazzling handles have victimized plenty of NBA stars from Stephen Curry to LeBron James. Regardless of the defender, Irving’s […]

NBASteph Curry impressed by Oklahoma's Trae Young

Stephen Curry has seen Oklahoma point guard Trae Young play, and he’s a fan. According to ESPN, the Golden State Warriors star called the Sooners’ freshman sensation “unbelievable.” “Just the confidence that he plays with,” Curry said regarding Young. “I call it the flair, but it seems like he’s always composed and knows what he’s […]

NCAA BasketballTrae Young becomes first player in last 20 years to have back-to-back 30-10 night

Oklahoma Sooners freshman point guard Trae Young is making a strong case for winning this season’s Naismith Men’s College Player of the Year award. If he sustains the level of which he is playing, he’s likely to take home the honor down the road. Young, a five-star recruit by Oklahoma out of Norman North High […]

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