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Sports Journalist based in Paris, France | ✍️🎬 Writer, Scriptwriter, Storyteller | NBA, Basketball, Combat Sports 🏀🥊 | Views are my own
After averaging 28.8 PTS/7.3 AST in the G League this season, Brandon Williams is making the most of his opportunity with the #Mavericks' depleted roster.

In March, he's averaging 19.3 PTS/6.3 AST on 53.8% FG (43.8% 3P over last 3), strengthening his case for a full-time NBA role.

#NBA | #NBASky
March 14, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Rookie Blake Hinson is making his mark in the G League with Santa Cruz, averaging 25.2 PTS on 39.3% 3P shooting across Feb/Mar.

He leads the league in threes (93) & ranks seventh in points (488) in the regular season.

Another sharpshooter is emerging in the #Warriors' system 👀

#NBASky #DubNation
March 14, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Adam Azim’s performance against Sergey Lipinets on Saturday night was incredibly impressive. At just 22 years old, Azim already looks so seasoned in the ring, even against such a high-level, experienced opponent.

He’s definitely on track to become a future world champion 🥊👑

#Boxing | #BoxingNews
February 3, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Bilal Coulibaly’s offensive struggles continue (6 PTS, 2-9 FG), but he delivered another impressive defensive effort for the Wizards, with 4 steals and 3 blocks.

The 20-year-old has 11 steals over his last four games, the fourth-most in the NBA during that span.

#NBA #NBASky #WashingtonWizards
December 8, 2024 at 9:36 AM
Maxime Raynaud impressed for Stanford yesterday, dropping 20 points and recording 5 blocks.

In 30 minutes, he shot 8-of-15 from the field, including 4-of-6 from beyond the arc, and added 3 rebounds and 2 assists.

#NBASky #NCAA #NBADraft
December 8, 2024 at 9:23 AM
Eve Wembanyama dropped 11 points for Mondeville yesterday, shooting 4-of-6 from the field, including three triples.

She also recorded 4 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 steals in 25 minutes.
December 8, 2024 at 9:13 AM
French prospect Mohamed Diawara matched multiple season highs for Cholet Basket today:

• 12 PTS (SH)
• 5 REB (SH)
• 2 AST
• 2 STL
• 4-6 FG

An impressive performance from the 19-year-old. A rising talent to watch closely.

#NBA #NBASky #NBADraft
December 7, 2024 at 10:12 PM
NBA prospect Noah Penda had another impressive outing for Le Mans today:

• 14 PTS
• 6 REB
• 6-8 FG (1-2 3P)
• 26 MINS

He’s shooting over 40% from three this season, and his draft stock keeps climbing.

#NBA #NBASky #NBADraft
December 7, 2024 at 9:33 PM
Nolan Traore posted 12 points and 4 assists on 4-of-12 shooting (2-of-7 from deep) in a blowout loss for Saint-Quentin today. His first double-digit scoring game in five.

The projected lottery pick's shooting slump continues. 24.3% FG and 19.7% 3P over his last five games.

#NBA #NBASky #NBADraft
December 7, 2024 at 6:56 PM
Guerschon Yabusele has impressed with strong back-to-back performances:

• 15 PTS, 7 REB, 4 AST, 1 STL, 6-8 FG, 2 3P
• 16 PTS, 3 REB, 4 AST, 1 STL, 5-8 FG, 1 3P

That’s 3 straight games with 4 assists, all while remaining a 40+% shooter from deep on the season (4 3PA).

#NBA #NBASky #76ers
December 7, 2024 at 8:47 AM
During the Hawks' overtime win over the Lakers, Zaccharie Risacher had 11 points, 4 rebounds, 1 steal, and 1 block in 22 minutes.

The French rookie shot 5-11 FG, including one three-pointer, marking his sixth straight scoring game in double figures.

#NBA #NBASky #AtlantaHawks
December 7, 2024 at 8:34 AM
Pacôme Dadiet in his first two games for the Westchester Knicks in the G League:

• 12 PTS, 6 REB, 3 AST, 3 STL, 1 BLK, 4-13 FG (2 3P)
• 16 PTS, 5 REB, 3 AST, 1 STL, 7-13 FG (1 3P)

#NBA #NBASky #NBAGLeague
December 7, 2024 at 8:14 AM
Killian Hayes had a near triple-double for the Long Island Nets in the G League:

• 10 PTS
• 7 REB
• 11 AST (season-high)
• 4 STL

The Frenchman struggled with his shot (4-13 FG, 0-6 3P) but overall, another solid showing.

#NBA #NBASky #NBAGLeague
December 7, 2024 at 8:03 AM
Bilal Coulibaly’s offensive struggles continue. Last night, he scored 4 points on 0-10 FG (0-5 3P).

Over the last five games, he's averaging just 5 PPG on 16.7% FG and 6.7% 3P (3 attempts per game).

His defense remains solid, but the offensive production is a concern.

#NBA #NBASky #Wizards
December 6, 2024 at 5:03 PM
Injury updates for the French players last night:

• Tidjane Salaun exited the Hornets-Knicks game after just two minutes with a left ankle sprain and didn’t return.
• Victor Wembanyama missed the Spurs-Bulls matchup due to bilateral low back soreness.

#NBA #NBASky
December 6, 2024 at 8:23 AM
Defensively, Victor Wembanyama has held opponents to 41.2% shooting overall (121-294) and 32.3% from three-point range (31-96).

When switched onto guards specifically, the Spurs center limits opponents to just 38.1% shooting from the field.

#NBA #NBASky #PorVida
December 5, 2024 at 6:28 PM
Daniel Batcho had 12 points, 3 rebounds, 1 steal, and 6 blocks on 4-of-5 shooting in Louisiana Tech's loss to No. 16 Memphis.

The French senior has now recorded 6 blocks in back-to-back games, with his season total of 27 ranking second in the entire nation.

#NBA #NBASky #NBADraft
December 5, 2024 at 5:16 PM
Zaccharie Risacher has been a consistent threat on both ends during the Atlanta Hawks' five-game win streak, making an impact in limited minutes.

The French rookie is shooting an 51% from the field and 43.5% from three during this stretch.

#NBA #NBASky #NBADraft
December 5, 2024 at 8:59 AM
It was quite the night for Rudy Gobert: 8 PTS, 9 REB, 7 AST, 5 STL, 1 BLK, 3-4 FG.

His 5 steals set a career high, while his 7 assists came within one of matching his personal best in the Timberwolves' blowout victory over the Clippers.

#NBA #NBASky #Timberwolves
December 5, 2024 at 8:42 AM
He has his offensive struggles, but Bilal Coulibaly's defense is already ELITE 🔒

#NBA #NBASky
December 4, 2024 at 4:49 PM
Victor Wembanyama's night against the Pheonix Suns was a tale of two halves:

- 1st Half: 0 PTS, 4 REB, 3 AST, 1 BLK, 0-8 FG, 0-6 3P
- 2nd Half: 15 PTS, 9 REB, 4 AST, 1 STL, 6-10 FG, 1-3 3P

A rough start, but he bounced back and improved as the game progressed.

#NBA #NBASky #PorVida
December 4, 2024 at 2:10 PM
Tidjane Salaun recorded his first NBA double-double with 10 points (4-of-10 shooting, 2 3P) and a career-high 10 rebounds, including 3 offensive boards, in the Charlotte Hornets' loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.

#NBA #NBASky #CharlotteHornets
December 4, 2024 at 8:18 AM
Maxime Raynaud had 14 points on 7-of-19 shooting in Stanford's win over Utah Valley.

Despite the shooting struggles, he tied his career-high with 17 rebounds and added 3 assists and 2 steals.

#NBA #NBASky #NBADraft
December 4, 2024 at 8:07 AM
Here's the incident that led to Essengue coming off injured.

A hard fall. His teammate's reaction says it all.
December 3, 2024 at 9:13 PM
Noa Essengue posted 14 points, 7 rebounds (5 offensive), and 3 assists in 21 minutes for Ratiopharm Ulm in tonight's EuroCup action before leaving the game with an injury.

The NBA prospect shot 4-7 FG and 6-9 FT. Hopefully, the injury isn’t too serious.

#NBA #NBASky #NBADraft
December 3, 2024 at 9:07 PM