Alex Kennedy

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Alex Kennedy is an NBA reporter, editor and podcaster. He has covered the NBA for the last 19 years, writing for ESPN, HoopsHype, USA TODAY Sports, Bleacher Report, and Basketball News among others. As the Chief Content Officer at Basketball News, he built and managed the staff, which consisted of journalists and former NBA players. His Twitter account is featured in NBA 2K each year.

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08/11/2024

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NBA Veteran Etan Thomas Believes LeBron James, Steph Curry, Kevin Durant May Be Best Trio in Team USA History: ‘They Are That Special’

Alex Kennedy

Team USA captured its fifth-straight Olympic gold medal on Saturday, defeating France 98-87 in front of their fans at the Paris Olympics. Stephen Curry led the way with 24 points and eight 3s, including four triples in the final two-and-a-half minutes to seal the victory. LeBron James, who was named MVP of the 2024 Olympics, finished with 14 points, 10 assists, six rebounds, two steals, and one block.

NBA Veteran Etan Thomas Believes LeBron James, Steph Curry, Kevin Durant May Be Best Trio in Team USA History: ‘They Are That Special’

08/11/2024

Alex Kennedy

NBA Veteran CJ Miles Reacts to Team USA’s Gold, Says Steph Curry Belongs In ‘Best Players Ever’ Conversation

Alex Kennedy

Stephen Curry is widely regarded as the greatest shooter to ever pick up a basketball. After leading Team USA to a 98-87 victory over France in the gold-medal game at the Paris Olympics, 16-year NBA veteran CJ Miles believes Curry also belongs in the conversation as one of the greatest players of all time.

NBA Veteran CJ Miles Reacts to Team USA’s Gold, Says Steph Curry Belongs In ‘Best Players Ever’ Conversation

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