Victor&nbsp;Wembanyama, this year's number one draft pick in the NBA, shined again with an eye-catching 23-point performance in his second pre-season outing for the San Antonio Spurs. Frenchman&nbsp;Wembanyama&nbsp;led the Spurs to a 120-104 home win over a second-string Miami Heat, with the 19-year-old also adding four rebounds, four assists and three blocks in just under 23 minutes on court.

The 7ft 3in&nbsp;Wembanyama&nbsp;brought the Frost Bank Center crowd to their feet with a furious dunk in the second quarter, and was 10-of-15 shooting. He produced a series of spectacular plays, both offensively and defensively, with the most eye-catching a remarkable left-handed dunk from outside of the restricted area in the third quarter.

"I'm still learning to do some things defensively, defending the pin downs, for example," he said. "I'm really learning a lot, and I'm trying to expand my tools on defense, too," he added.

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Wembanyama&nbsp;said that he felt that both he and the team were developing an understanding with each other. "I think we're on the right path. We've still got a lot to learn about ourselves and also about our teammates but we are on the right path," he said. "Personally, I'm trying to apply what the coach says. I'm learning a lot, lots of new stuff, and I think it's all going down to our individual sacrifices," he added.

Rated as one of the most exciting talents to enter the league in years,&nbsp;Wembanyama&nbsp;said he has been impressed with how quickly his team-mates have adjusted to his range of skills, well beyond the norm for such a tall player.

"For most of my short career so far, my teammates have had to learn to play with me because sometimes I know they are surprised to see me do some stuff," he said.

"But the surprise coming here is I play in the best league in the world now, and the guys just learn quicker. I feel like we've already got a connection, all of us, and I'm really thankful for that," he said.

San Antonio's opening match of the regular season is at home on October 25 against Dallas.

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Victor Wembanyama, this year's number one draft pick in the NBA, shined again with an eye-catching 23-point performance in his second pre-season outing for the San Antonio Spurs. Frenchman Wembanyama led the Spurs to a 120-104 home win over a second-string Miami Heat, with the 19-year-old also adding four rebounds, four assists and three blocks in just under 23 minutes on court. The 7ft 3in Wembanyama brought the Frost Bank Center crowd to their feet with a furious dunk in the second quarter, and was 10-of-15 shooting. He produced a series of spectacular plays, both offensively and defensively, with the most eye-catching a remarkable left-handed dunk from outside of the restricted area in the third quarter. "I'm still learning to do some things defensively, defending the pin downs, for example," he said. "I'm really learning a lot, and I'm trying to expand my tools on defense, too," he added. Also Read: WATCH | Celtics forward Jayson Tatum ejected during game vs 76ers for showdown with officials Wembanyama said that he felt that both he and the team were developing an understanding with each other. "I think we're on the right path. We've still got a lot to learn about ourselves and also about our teammates but we are on the right path," he said. "Personally, I'm trying to apply what the coach says. I'm learning a lot, lots of new stuff, and I think it's all going down to our individual sacrifices," he added. Rated as one of the most exciting talents to enter the league in years, Wembanyama said he has been impressed with how quickly his team-mates have adjusted to his range of skills, well beyond the norm for such a tall player. "For most of my short career so far, my teammates have had to learn to play with me because sometimes I know they are surprised to see me do some stuff," he said. "But the surprise coming here is I play in the best league in the world now, and the guys just learn quicker. I feel like we've already got a connection, all of us, and I'm really thankful for that," he said. San Antonio's opening match of the regular season is at home on October 25 against Dallas. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson is on track to be naturalised to represent China in this year's&nbsp;FIBA World Cup. The 29-year-old&nbsp;is likely&nbsp;to leave for&nbsp;China after the conclusion of the playoffs.&nbsp;

Sources&nbsp;close&nbsp;to the Chinese Basketball Association&nbsp;have informed, the Post, about&nbsp;Kyle Anderson's major switch. He is set&nbsp;to represent the South Asian country as he fits the criteria set in place&nbsp;by CBA president and former NBA legend Yao Ming.&nbsp;

It is to be noted that Anderson's --&nbsp;the nine-year NBA veteran -- maternal grandmother was born in Jamaica to a Chinese father and Jamaican mother. Thus, he has his roots in China. His great-grandfather shifted to the US with his family, and Anderson was born in New York in 1993.

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The process of Anderson being natualised started way back last year. It has been a lengthy affair but the&nbsp;basketballer seems to be on track to make to represent China in the upcoming FIBA World Cup, which commences on August 25.&nbsp;

Reportedly, as per the Chinese media, Yao has now&nbsp;made it “non-negotiable” that&nbsp;players who are&nbsp;being naturalised must have blood relations in China, and “cultural identity”.

It will be interesting to see how Anderson makes the switch and adjusts once the World Cup kicks off later this year.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson is on track to be naturalised to represent China in this year's FIBA World Cup. The 29-year-old is likely to leave for China after the conclusion of the playoffs.

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson is on track to be naturalised to represent China in this year's FIBA World Cup. The 29-year-old is likely to leave for China after the conclusion of the playoffs. Sources close to the Chinese Basketball Association have informed, the Post, about Kyle Anderson's major switch. He is set to represent the South Asian country as he fits the criteria set in place by CBA president and former NBA legend Yao Ming. It is to be noted that Anderson's -- the nine-year NBA veteran -- maternal grandmother was born in Jamaica to a Chinese father and Jamaican mother. Thus, he has his roots in China. His great-grandfather shifted to the US with his family, and Anderson was born in New York in 1993. Also read: NBA Playoffs 2023: Lakers' LeBron makes clutch shot to send Game 4 vs Grizzlies into OT - WATCH The process of Anderson being natualised started way back last year. It has been a lengthy affair but the basketballer seems to be on track to make to represent China in the upcoming FIBA World Cup, which commences on August 25. Reportedly, as per the Chinese media, Yao has now made it “non-negotiable” that players who are being naturalised must have blood relations in China, and “cultural identity”. It will be interesting to see how Anderson makes the switch and adjusts once the World Cup kicks off later this year.

NBA: Kyle Anderson on verge of being naturalised to represent China at FIBA basketball WC

According to the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, Darius Miles was one of two suspects detained and charged with capital murder after Jamea Jonae Harris, 23, was shot and killed Sunday along the Strip in Tuscaloosa. Miles, a former basketball player for Alabama, is being detained without bond at the local jail. Michael Lynn Davis is another suspect who has been detained without bond. It was discovered that the shooting took place in the 400 block of Grace Street, just off University Boulevard. According to the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, the shooting seemed to be the result of a brief disagreement between the victims and the accused.

The director of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, Capt. Jack Kennedy, would not reveal who police think fired the shot on Sunday, but he did indicate that both suspects are facing charges since their actions resulted in Harris' death. Harris was a passenger in the car, but the driver told police that the car had been shot at and that he had retaliated in self-defense. The car spotted a UA police car and pulled over near the Walk of Champions to ask for assistance. Officers were then sent there around 1:45 on Sunday am.

<h2>Who was Darius Miles?</h2>

From the Washington, DC region, Miles is 21 years old. He had been a member of the Alabama basketball team for three seasons and was in his third year as a student at UA. He attended IMG Academy before enrolling at UA, and the 247Sports Composite rated him as a three-star talent right out of high school. Over offers from Georgetown, Seton Hall, Rhode Island and Rutgers, he chose Alabama.

<h2>Darius Miles' career&nbsp;</h2>

UA made the announcement that Miles is no longer a part of the Crimson Tide basketball team in a statement on Sunday. The statement extended deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the victim from incident. It added that they were made aware of the recent charge against student-athlete Darius Miles, and he is no longer a member of the Alabama men’s basketball team. UA also said that athletics, in conjunction with the University, is fully cooperating with this investigation.

Miles had been there for the LSU game on Saturday at Coleman Coliseum. He was dressed casually and was with the squad. Prior to the game, Miles' season had already been declared over due to an ankle injury. Only six games this season saw him play. Since the beginning of the season, he has been suffering from an ankle issue. After the Mississippi State match, Miles also missed some time due to "personal circumstances," according to coach Nate Oats. This season, Miles played an average of 6.5 minutes per game but did not make any starts. He last made an appearance on December 20 against Jackson State. He participated in 30 games last season and made two starts, playing 17.2 minutes per game on average.

There must be a unique situation for a crime to qualify as capital murder. Because the victim in this event was shot while inside a car, it is regarded as capital murder. According to Alabama Criminal Code Title 13A-5-40, it is a capital felony since it is "murder committed by or through the use of a lethal weapon while the victim is in a vehicle." The death sentence or life in prison without parole are both possible in the state of Alabama if someone is found guilty of capital murder. Despite the possibility of such, defendants frequently agree to plea in exchange for a lighter punishment. Prosecutors may agree to accept a guilty plea for a less serious charge.&nbsp;

According to the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, Darius Miles was one of two suspects detained and charged with capital murder after Jamea Jonae Harris, 23, was shot and killed Sunday along the Strip in Tuscaloosa.

According to the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, Darius Miles was one of two suspects detained and charged with capital murder after Jamea Jonae Harris, 23, was shot and killed Sunday along the Strip in Tuscaloosa. Miles, a former basketball player for Alabama, is being detained without bond at the local jail. Michael Lynn Davis is another suspect who has been detained without bond. It was discovered that the shooting took place in the 400 block of Grace Street, just off University Boulevard. According to the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, the shooting seemed to be the result of a brief disagreement between the victims and the accused. The director of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, Capt. Jack Kennedy, would not reveal who police think fired the shot on Sunday, but he did indicate that both suspects are facing charges since their actions resulted in Harris' death. Harris was a passenger in the car, but the driver told police that the car had been shot at and that he had retaliated in self-defense. The car spotted a UA police car and pulled over near the Walk of Champions to ask for assistance. Officers were then sent there around 1:45 on Sunday am. Who was Darius Miles? From the Washington, DC region, Miles is 21 years old. He had been a member of the Alabama basketball team for three seasons and was in his third year as a student at UA. He attended IMG Academy before enrolling at UA, and the 247Sports Composite rated him as a three-star talent right out of high school. Over offers from Georgetown, Seton Hall, Rhode Island and Rutgers, he chose Alabama. Darius Miles' career UA made the announcement that Miles is no longer a part of the Crimson Tide basketball team in a statement on Sunday. The statement extended deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the victim from incident. It added that they were made aware of the recent charge against student-athlete Darius Miles, and he is no longer a member of the Alabama men’s basketball team. UA also said that athletics, in conjunction with the University, is fully cooperating with this investigation. Miles had been there for the LSU game on Saturday at Coleman Coliseum. He was dressed casually and was with the squad. Prior to the game, Miles' season had already been declared over due to an ankle injury. Only six games this season saw him play. Since the beginning of the season, he has been suffering from an ankle issue. After the Mississippi State match, Miles also missed some time due to "personal circumstances," according to coach Nate Oats. This season, Miles played an average of 6.5 minutes per game but did not make any starts. He last made an appearance on December 20 against Jackson State. He participated in 30 games last season and made two starts, playing 17.2 minutes per game on average. There must be a unique situation for a crime to qualify as capital murder. Because the victim in this event was shot while inside a car, it is regarded as capital murder. According to Alabama Criminal Code Title 13A-5-40, it is a capital felony since it is "murder committed by or through the use of a lethal weapon while the victim is in a vehicle." The death sentence or life in prison without parole are both possible in the state of Alabama if someone is found guilty of capital murder. Despite the possibility of such, defendants frequently agree to plea in exchange for a lighter punishment. Prosecutors may agree to accept a guilty plea for a less serious charge.

Who is Darius Miles? All about Ex-Alabama basketball player who is charged for capital murder

Kobe Bryant's widow told a court Friday she was devastated when she learned first responders had snapped graphic photographs of her dead husband and daughter in the wreckage of the helicopter crash that killed them. A tearful Vanessa Bryant said she lives in fear of the pictures surfacing on the internet, and "constantly being spread."&nbsp;

"Once it's spread, you can't get it back," she said.

US basketball legend Kobe Bryant and his teenage daughter were among nine people who died when their chopper smashed into a hillside near Los Angeles in 2020.

Vanessa Bryant alleges she has suffered emotional distress because personnel from the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department and firefighters took pictures of the scene which they later shared, including at a bar, with friends and other first responders.

One sheriff's deputy acknowledged that he had sent the pictures to a fellow deputy as the pair played "Call of Duty."

Vanessa Bryant told a Los Angeles court on Friday she had bolted out of the house to find a place to cry away from her daughters when she learned of the existence of the photos.

"I broke down and cried, and I wanted to run down the block and just scream," the Los Angeles Times reported her saying.

"I don't want my children to ever come across them," she said. "I have three little girls."

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Bryant is suing Los Angeles County for unspecified millions of dollars in damages, in a case that has been joined to that of Chris Chester, whose wife and daughter also perished in the crash.

The suits allege negligence and invasion of privacy.

Attorneys say the grisly mobile phone pictures were snapped as "souvenirs" by first responders who had no business taking photos. Lawyers for Los Angeles County do not dispute that the photos were taken, but insist they have never been made public and have now been deleted.

Chester told the courtroom in Los Angeles of his disbelief when he learned of the pictures a month after the tragedy -- including that they had been flaunted at a bar and at an awards ceremony.

"I had largely insulated my family from the details" of the crash, he said.

"Now, I thought there would be pictures of the remains" on the internet, he said, adding he had instantly warned his sons: "Please don't start Googling for them."

"I'm fearful every day," he told the nine-strong jury. "There's been a lot of things that people thought didn't exist -- that have turned up on the internet."

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Mira Hashmall, representing the county in the civil litigation, said earlier that the case, which began last week, hinged on this issue of public dissemination.

"From the time of the crash to now, the county has worked tirelessly to prevent its crash site photos from getting into the public domain," she said.

"Over two and a half years later, no county photos have appeared in the media, none can be found online, and the plaintiffs admit they've never seen them."

Relatives of other victims were last year granted $2.5 million in compensation over the photo-taking. An investigation into the crash found the pilot had probably become disorientated after flying the Sikorsky S-76 into fog.

Bryant is widely recognized as one of the greatest basketball players ever, a figure who became the face of his sport during a glittering two decades with the Los Angeles Lakers. He was a five-time NBA champion in a career that began in 1996 straight out of high school and lasted until his retirement in 2016.

Kobe Bryant's widow told a court Friday she was devastated when she learned first responders had snapped graphic photographs of her dead husband and daughter in the wreckage of the helicopter crash that killed them.

Kobe Bryant's widow told a court Friday she was devastated when she learned first responders had snapped graphic photographs of her dead husband and daughter in the wreckage of the helicopter crash that killed them. A tearful Vanessa Bryant said she lives in fear of the pictures surfacing on the internet, and "constantly being spread." "Once it's spread, you can't get it back," she said. US basketball legend Kobe Bryant and his teenage daughter were among nine people who died when their chopper smashed into a hillside near Los Angeles in 2020. Vanessa Bryant alleges she has suffered emotional distress because personnel from the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department and firefighters took pictures of the scene which they later shared, including at a bar, with friends and other first responders. One sheriff's deputy acknowledged that he had sent the pictures to a fellow deputy as the pair played "Call of Duty." Vanessa Bryant told a Los Angeles court on Friday she had bolted out of the house to find a place to cry away from her daughters when she learned of the existence of the photos. "I broke down and cried, and I wanted to run down the block and just scream," the Los Angeles Times reported her saying. "I don't want my children to ever come across them," she said. "I have three little girls." Also Read: Trial into sharing of pictures from Kobe Bryant's fatal helicopter crash set to begin Bryant is suing Los Angeles County for unspecified millions of dollars in damages, in a case that has been joined to that of Chris Chester, whose wife and daughter also perished in the crash. The suits allege negligence and invasion of privacy. Attorneys say the grisly mobile phone pictures were snapped as "souvenirs" by first responders who had no business taking photos. Lawyers for Los Angeles County do not dispute that the photos were taken, but insist they have never been made public and have now been deleted. Chester told the courtroom in Los Angeles of his disbelief when he learned of the pictures a month after the tragedy -- including that they had been flaunted at a bar and at an awards ceremony. "I had largely insulated my family from the details" of the crash, he said. "Now, I thought there would be pictures of the remains" on the internet, he said, adding he had instantly warned his sons: "Please don't start Googling for them." "I'm fearful every day," he told the nine-strong jury. "There's been a lot of things that people thought didn't exist -- that have turned up on the internet." Also Read: He had fantastic temperament: Ex-Man Utd manager Sir Alex Ferguson defends Ryan Giggs in assault trial Mira Hashmall, representing the county in the civil litigation, said earlier that the case, which began last week, hinged on this issue of public dissemination. "From the time of the crash to now, the county has worked tirelessly to prevent its crash site photos from getting into the public domain," she said. "Over two and a half years later, no county photos have appeared in the media, none can be found online, and the plaintiffs admit they've never seen them." Relatives of other victims were last year granted $2.5 million in compensation over the photo-taking. An investigation into the crash found the pilot had probably become disorientated after flying the Sikorsky S-76 into fog. Bryant is widely recognized as one of the greatest basketball players ever, a figure who became the face of his sport during a glittering two decades with the Los Angeles Lakers. He was a five-time NBA champion in a career that began in 1996 straight out of high school and lasted until his retirement in 2016.

Kobe Bryant's widow says she fears photos of fatal crash that killed her husband will spread online

A sculpture of NBA great Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna "Gigi" Bryant was brought on Wednesday to the helicopter crash site where they perished alongside seven others on a hillside near Los Angeles two years ago. 
The 160-pound (73-kg) bronze statue depicts the pair wearing basketball uniforms and sharing a loving glance as Gigi holds Kobe`s hand as it rests on her shoulder.

Sculptor Dan Medina was on hand to greet fans who made the 1.3-mile (2.1-km) hike to pay their respects to the sports legend. "This is all on my own, no one asked me to do it," said Medina. "On this day, the second anniversary of the accident, I decided to bring it up from sunrise to sunset and create a bit of a healing process for fans. 
"Today was special because I witnessed a lot of that. People would come up and they would leave with some sort of satisfaction."

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Engraved on the statue`s steel pedestal are the names of all nine victims of the early morning crash in foggy weather on Jan. 26, 2020. It also includes an inscription of Bryant`s famous quote: "Heroes come and go, but legends are forever." A five-time NBA champion in his 20 seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, Bryant`s death at age 41 shocked the world of professional sports and sent his legions of fans into mourning.

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Gigi was 13 at the time of the crash, which occurred as they were headed to a youth basketball tournament. 
Nicole Szuch-Dinets of Woodland Hills was one of the dozens of fans who made the trip to pay their respects. 
"I remember when this happened. We live close and we could hear the helicopter," she said. "And then it popped up on my phone and we didn`t believe it. So I wanted to come out of respect and I thought this statue is beautiful." 
Tributes to Bryant by his friends, fans and former teammates poured out on social media on Wednesday. "I know many of you are out there and you miss him and still wish to see his brilliance on the court, and what he was doing as a dad," Lakers great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar said of Bryant, who was the father of four girls and husband to Vanessa.

"It was wonderful the way he was coaching girls and getting them into the game. I hope all of you out there remember him the way you should and give your prayers to his wife and family."

A sculpture of NBA great Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna "Gigi" Bryant was brought on Wednesday to the helicopter crash site where they perished alongside seven others on a hillside near Los Angeles two years ago.

A sculpture of NBA great Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna "Gigi" Bryant was brought on Wednesday to the helicopter crash site where they perished alongside seven others on a hillside near Los Angeles two years ago. The 160-pound (73-kg) bronze statue depicts the pair wearing basketball uniforms and sharing a loving glance as Gigi holds Kobe`s hand as it rests on her shoulder. Sculptor Dan Medina was on hand to greet fans who made the 1.3-mile (2.1-km) hike to pay their respects to the sports legend. "This is all on my own, no one asked me to do it," said Medina. "On this day, the second anniversary of the accident, I decided to bring it up from sunrise to sunset and create a bit of a healing process for fans. "Today was special because I witnessed a lot of that. People would come up and they would leave with some sort of satisfaction." ALSO READ | From Ronaldo, Ibrahimovic's bicycle kick to Messi's dribbling act: Relive some UNFORGETTABLE GOALS - Watch Engraved on the statue`s steel pedestal are the names of all nine victims of the early morning crash in foggy weather on Jan. 26, 2020. It also includes an inscription of Bryant`s famous quote: "Heroes come and go, but legends are forever." A five-time NBA champion in his 20 seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, Bryant`s death at age 41 shocked the world of professional sports and sent his legions of fans into mourning. ALSO READ | Beijing Olympics organising committee reports 12 COVID-19 cases among arrivals Gigi was 13 at the time of the crash, which occurred as they were headed to a youth basketball tournament. Nicole Szuch-Dinets of Woodland Hills was one of the dozens of fans who made the trip to pay their respects. "I remember when this happened. We live close and we could hear the helicopter," she said. "And then it popped up on my phone and we didn`t believe it. So I wanted to come out of respect and I thought this statue is beautiful." Tributes to Bryant by his friends, fans and former teammates poured out on social media on Wednesday. "I know many of you are out there and you miss him and still wish to see his brilliance on the court, and what he was doing as a dad," Lakers great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar said of Bryant, who was the father of four girls and husband to Vanessa. "It was wonderful the way he was coaching girls and getting them into the game. I hope all of you out there remember him the way you should and give your prayers to his wife and family."

Heartwarming! Statue of NBA legend Kobe Bryant and daughter Gigi placed at crash site on anniversary

Basketball player Satnam Singh Bhamara, who became the first Indian to be drafted into an NBA team before being banned for doping, has decided to try his hand at wrestling by sealing a deal with a professional league in the USA.

The 25-year-old Singh, who created history when he was picked in the NBA draft by Dallas Mavericks in 2015, will begin his training to be a pro wrestler at the Atlanta-based Nightmare Factory, to compete in the All Elite Wrestling (AEW).

Singh follows in the footsteps of NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal, who squared off alongside Jade Cargill in a mixed tag team match against Cody Rhodes and Red Velvet on "AEW: Dynamite" in March.

"While we've recently secured some of the hottest free agents on the planet, I'm also deeply committed to cultivating our own homegrown stars and the next generation of extraordinary professional wrestlers," Tony Khan, CEO, GM and Head of Creative of AEW, said in a media release.

"In addition to Satnam's commanding 7'3" stature, I was impressed with his high level of athleticism and charisma.

He's an exciting addition to our roster, and I'm looking forward to our fans getting to know Satnam's personality and watching his development."

Singh is currently serving a two-year ban by the National Anti-Doping Agency's (NADA) disciplinary panel for failing a dope test in 2019.

His suspension is due to end on November 19.&nbsp;

Basketball player Satnam Singh Bhamara, who became the first Indian to be drafted into an NBA team before being banned for doping, has decided to try his hand at wrestling by sealing a deal with a professional league in the USA.

Basketball player Satnam Singh Bhamara, who became the first Indian to be drafted into an NBA team before being banned for doping, has decided to try his hand at wrestling by sealing a deal with a professional league in the USA. The 25-year-old Singh, who created history when he was picked in the NBA draft by Dallas Mavericks in 2015, will begin his training to be a pro wrestler at the Atlanta-based Nightmare Factory, to compete in the All Elite Wrestling (AEW). Singh follows in the footsteps of NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal, who squared off alongside Jade Cargill in a mixed tag team match against Cody Rhodes and Red Velvet on "AEW: Dynamite" in March. "While we've recently secured some of the hottest free agents on the planet, I'm also deeply committed to cultivating our own homegrown stars and the next generation of extraordinary professional wrestlers," Tony Khan, CEO, GM and Head of Creative of AEW, said in a media release. "In addition to Satnam's commanding 7'3" stature, I was impressed with his high level of athleticism and charisma. He's an exciting addition to our roster, and I'm looking forward to our fans getting to know Satnam's personality and watching his development." Singh is currently serving a two-year ban by the National Anti-Doping Agency's (NADA) disciplinary panel for failing a dope test in 2019. His suspension is due to end on November 19.

Trailblazer basketball player Satnam Singh to try hand at pro-wrestling

Boston Celtics defeated reigning NBA champions Toronto Raptors 111-89 on Monday pushing them to the brink of elimination in the Eastern Conference semi-finals. &nbsp;

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The best-of-seven series between both the teams now stands at 3-2, with Celtics in lead.&nbsp;

They dominated defensively to hold the Raptors to 20 per cent shooting in the first quarter and got a lead of 25-11 in the opening period.&nbsp;

In the second quarter, the Celtics scored 37 points that two more than the Raptors managed in all of the first half.

By the halftime, the Raptors trailed by 62-35. Despite a noticeable uptick of energy to start the third, there was too much ground to make up.

"The job isn't done," said Jaylen Brown, who led all scorers with 27 points. He grabbed six rebounds and made three of Boston's five steals. "We've got to come out and play with the same intensity."

Kemba Walker was the star of the match as he added 21 points, four rebounds and seven assists, Jayson Tatum delivered 18 points, and 10 rebounds, Daniel Theis and reserve Brad Wanamaker scored 15 apiece, and Marcus Smart Chipped in 12 for the Celtics.

Fred VeanVleet scored the most (18 points) for the Raptors, followed by &nbsp;Kyle Lowry and Pascal Siakam, who scored 10 apiece.

"Our offense, we didn't make shots, we weren't aggressive enough," Lowry said. "They were very comfortable from the jump. We weren't as assertive as we should have been."

Lowry denied that the Raptors were feeling the effects of the every-other-day schedule in the NBA's quarantine bubble in Orlando, Florida.

"Nope," he said when asked if fatigue played a part. "We just didn't play well enough."

(Inputs from AFP)

Boston Celtics defeated reigning NBA champions Toronto Raptors 111-89 on Monday pushing them to the brink of elimination in the Eastern Conference semi-finals. Also read: NBA eyes return as players, owners discuss action on racial injustice The best-of-seven series between both the teams now stands at 3-2, with Celtics in lead.

Boston Celtics defeated reigning NBA champions Toronto Raptors 111-89 on Monday pushing them to the brink of elimination in the Eastern Conference semi-finals. Also read: NBA eyes return as players, owners discuss action on racial injustice The best-of-seven series between both the teams now stands at 3-2, with Celtics in lead. They dominated defensively to hold the Raptors to 20 per cent shooting in the first quarter and got a lead of 25-11 in the opening period. In the second quarter, the Celtics scored 37 points that two more than the Raptors managed in all of the first half. By the halftime, the Raptors trailed by 62-35. Despite a noticeable uptick of energy to start the third, there was too much ground to make up. "The job isn't done," said Jaylen Brown, who led all scorers with 27 points. He grabbed six rebounds and made three of Boston's five steals. "We've got to come out and play with the same intensity." Kemba Walker was the star of the match as he added 21 points, four rebounds and seven assists, Jayson Tatum delivered 18 points, and 10 rebounds, Daniel Theis and reserve Brad Wanamaker scored 15 apiece, and Marcus Smart Chipped in 12 for the Celtics. Fred VeanVleet scored the most (18 points) for the Raptors, followed by Kyle Lowry and Pascal Siakam, who scored 10 apiece. "Our offense, we didn't make shots, we weren't aggressive enough," Lowry said. "They were very comfortable from the jump. We weren't as assertive as we should have been." Lowry denied that the Raptors were feeling the effects of the every-other-day schedule in the NBA's quarantine bubble in Orlando, Florida. "Nope," he said when asked if fatigue played a part. "We just didn't play well enough." (Inputs from AFP)

Boston Celtics' dominate NBA champions Toronto Raptors as they win 111-89

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