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Cleveland CavaliersThe truth behind LeBron James-Kyrie Irving relationship, as told by Phil Handy

The 2014-2017 Cleveland Cavaliers won their lone championship in dramatic fashion. LeBron James and Kyrie Irving led the Cavs to the 2016 title against the Golden State Warriors, overcoming a 3-1 seres deficit in the process. A big part of that team, and Kyrie Irving’s development, was noted coach/trainer Phil Handy. Handy joined the Cavaliers […]

Los Angeles LakersExclusive: Phil Handy describes LeBron James' playoff mode, team-first mentality, Lakers' remarkable chemistry

After a long hiatus, the 2019-20 NBA season will resume at the end of July in Orlando, Florida, with the Los Angeles Lakers favored by some to be crowned champions when it is all said and done. Recently, Lakers assistant coach Phil Handy made an appearance on our Battle for L.A. Podcast with Tomer Azarly, […]

Los Angeles LakersExclusive: Kobe Bryant, LeBron James' coach, Phil Handy, addresses GOAT debate, similarities between two stars

With the NBA seemingly on the verge of resuming its 2019-20 season, the Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up for a championship run and what would be 17th title, which would tie the record for the most in league history with the arch-rival Boston Celtics. As the league, its players, and the fans await the […]

Toronto RaptorsExclusive: The truth about Kawhi Leonard, as told by former Raptors, current Lakers assistant Phil Handy

The Los Angeles Clippers landed Kawhi Leonard this past summer in one of the biggest free agency moves the league has ever seen. It was the first time in NBA history that an NBA Finals MVP left the team he won a championship with. The Toronto Raptors were good beforehand, but Leonard helped take them […]

NFLPhil Handy could be candidate for Nets' head coaching vacancy

The Brooklyn Nets are ceding the head coaching position to former assistant Jacque Vaughn in the interim. But they are expected to conduct a full search after the season. Plenty of rumors have been thrown around when it comes to the Nets job. It has been reported that Kyrie Irving–who soured on former head coach […]

Los Angeles LakersLakers assistant believes J.R. Smith should still be in the NBA

J.R. Smith was waived by the Cleveland Cavaliers on July 15, making him a free agent. As of now, he remains without a new deal, but several NBA afficianados, including Lakers assistant Phil Handy, believe Swish can still contribute to an NBA team. Handy and Smith share a unique relationship. When the Cavs made four […]

Los Angeles LakersREPORT: Lakers hiring former Raptors assistant Phil Handy

The Los Angeles Lakers continue to bolster head coach Frank Vogel’s coaching staff with championship pedigree, hiring former Toronto Raptors assistant Phil Handy. The Lakers are hiring Phil Handy as an assistant coach, a source said. The former Raptors assistant will be at the front of the bench with the Lakers. He also coached in […]

Toronto RaptorsRaptors assistant Phil Handy addressed team after Joel Embiid’s flying airplane gesture following windmill dunk in second round

Toronto Raptors assistant coach Phil Handy addressed the team after Philadelphia 76ers All-Star big man Joel Embiid’s flying airplane gesture following a windmill dunk in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, according to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports. The Sixers blew out the Raptors in Game 3, winning by a final score of 116-95. […]

Boston CelticsKyrie Irving purposely evaded Cavs coach in 2013 just to test him

Despite already being one full year removed from his unceremonious exit from the Cleveland Cavaliers, tales of Kyrie Irving’s antics during his time with the Cavs continue to surface to this date. This time around, we have a first-hand account from one of the Boston Celtics point guard’s former coaches, who claims that Irving once […]

Toronto RaptorsKawhi Leonard trainer reveals health status, talks infamous workout

Toronto Talk Sports recently had the opportunity to sit down with Kawhi Leonard’s trainer, Phil Handy, to talk about the superstar’s health and his talked-about workout with LeBron James and Kevin Durant. “He’s doing great, he’s in great shape. His body looks good, he’s feeling good, he’s moving well, so I don’t anticipate any issues […]

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