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Ohm Youngmisuk

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ESPN NBA reporter, Thai, Spartan, 🎾player, ex NYG/Nets/NYK writer, old school rap/R&B/slow jams/80s/retro sneaks addict/Maryland bred. IG:notoriousohm.

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Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · 2d

The Atlanta Hawks have waived Charles Bassey and Lamont Butler, according to league sources. Center N’Faly Dante will make the regular season roster.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · 26d

As the Wolves look to make a third-straight conference finals, Alex Rodriguez told ESPN they’re bringing this Classic Edition jersey back by demand: “We polled the fans and very high was they wanted these jerseys that mean a great deal - the Black Trees.” www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

Trees are back: Timberwolves unveil KG-era throwback uniforms

From 1998 to 2008, the Wolves wore this look -- making eight straight playoff appearances and a 2003-04 West finals run in that stretch.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · Jul 22

Chris Paul will return in his familiar No. 3 Clippers jersey with an assist from Bradley Beal. But Paul’s role will be a new one with his former team — one that James Harden and Kawhi Leonard think Paul is best to fill. www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

Beal's assist: Clips guard to give up No. 3 to CP3

When Chris Paul returns to the LA Clippers, he'll keep the only number he has ever worn in his two decades in the NBA, thanks to guard Bradley Beal, who will give up his No. 3 jersey to Paul.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · Jun 29

Warriors exercise team options on Quinten Post and Gui Santos www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

Sources: Dubs pick up options on Post, Santos

The Golden State Warriors exercised the team options for center Quinten Post and forward Gui Santos on Sunday.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · Jun 29

Clippers and James Harden agree to a new deal that gives the All Star a raise and allows the Clippers to maintain flexibility to improve www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

Sources: Harden to sign $81.5M deal with Clips

James Harden is declining his $36.3 million player option and intends to sign a two-year, $81.5 million contract to return to the Clippers, sources told ESPN.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · Jun 16

From Russ to SGA, OKC is the NBA’s fashion capital. Russ used to sew his own clothes (where’s Russ’ photographer vest?) and SGA has walked the Paris runway: “You get these young dudes who are just absolutely dripping and it happens to be in Oklahoma City.” www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

'The secret sauce': Inside the closets of superstars SGA and Tyrese Haliburton

From clutch performances to fashion icons, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's and Tyrese Haliburton's closets contain the magic.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · Jun 15

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Tyrese Haliburton have delivered in the Finals where they’ve also brought a Paris feel to a small market clash. Before Game 5, two of the most fashionable stars will continue what Russ helped start:

“OKC is a legendary tunnel.”

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Ohm Youngmisuk on X: "Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Tyrese Haliburton have delivered in the Finals where they’ve also brought a Paris feel to a small market clash. Before Game 5, two of the most fashionable stars will continue what Russ helped start: “OKC is a legendary tunnel.” https://t.co/fQQt82ZIVu" / X

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Tyrese Haliburton have delivered in the Finals where they’ve also brought a Paris feel to a small market clash. Before Game 5, two of the most fashionable stars will continue what Russ helped start: “OKC is a legendary tunnel.” https://t.co/fQQt82ZIVu

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · May 17

Mike Dunleavy will try to bring back Jonathan Kuminga. If he’s back, Steve Kerr says he will certainly want to see Kuminga on floor together with Steph Curry, Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green early in the season
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Dubs value Kuminga, but return 'a 2-way street'

The Warriors' Mike Dunleavy and Steve Kerr expressed interest in bringing Jonathan Kuminga back, but said his return is "a two-way street."

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · May 16

After playing three months of playoff-level basketball with Jimmy Butler, Steph Curry says of two-year contention window: “We want this ride to last as long as possible.” www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

Steph 'excited' about returning with Butler, Green

Stephen Curry says he is excited about returning in the fall and playing a full season with Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · May 15

The Warriors didn’t want to take anything away from the Wolves. But it was hard not to think what could’ve been had Stephen Curry been healthy. Steve Kerr: "I don't even have to think what [if]. I know we had a shot. I know we could have gone the distance” www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

Warriors had title shot if Curry healthy, Kerr says

The Warriors credited the Wolves and avoided excuses but acknowledged the impact of injuries to Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler as their season ended.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · May 13

Warriors will try to keep their season alive without Steph Curry in Game 5 www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

Warriors officially rule out Curry for Game 5

The Golden State Warriors will officially be without Stephen Curry when they face elimination in Wednesday's Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · May 13

Stephen Curry doesn’t expect to be able to return from his strained left hamstring with season on the line in Game 5, he told @MarcJSpears. Also Jimmy Butler was feeling ill on Monday according to Draymond Green. Warriors have a day to recover. www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

Curry (hamstring) doesn't expect to play Game 5

Warriors star Stephen Curry, who is rehabbing a Grade 1 left hamstring strain, does not expect to be available for Game 5 on Wednesday, he told Andscape's Marc J. Spears.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · May 8

Stephen Curry isn't sure how long it will take to return from his first ever hamstring injury. He said hamstrings can be tricky and can fool you into thinking you're ready. He called it "a gut punch" because there might not be many more opportunities left www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

Curry calls injury a 'gut punch,' won't rush return

Calling the situation "a gut punch," Stephen Curry said he knows he has to be careful and can't rush his return given the "tricky" nature of hamstring injuries.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · May 8

Draymond Green has played his best the last two games with composure. It took 48 hours of recalibrating, listening to Jodeci, heart to hearts with loved ones like Izzo and helping organize the biggest meeting of the year. Without Steph, Draymond must lead with poise: www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

'He's our leader': Without Steph Curry, the Warriors look to Draymond Green

To get past the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Warriors will need their veteran star.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · May 5

Draymond Green, Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler organized a players meeting on Saturday night. Draymond vowed to set right tone, Jimmy said he’d instill confidence and Steph discussed controlling what you can control. That sparked Warriors onto Minnesota www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

Warriors credit meeting for sparking Game 7 win

A day after an emotional players-only meeting, Buddy Hield became an unlikely playoff hero for the Warriors, leading the team early in Game 7 against the Rockets before Stephen Curry took over late.

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timkawakami.bsky.social @timkawakami.bsky.social · May 4

Talking and shooting at Warriors shootaround

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · May 2

Steve Kerr wore a “Thanks Pop” t-shirt at his pregame press conference. The shirt was just given to him by Warriors head PR man @DoubleR_PR

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · May 2

Several behind-the-scenes stories gathered by ESPN reporters and myself on Pop’s greatness, touch and approach to life and basketball as told by those who have been around him www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

The untold stories of Gregg Popovich

With Gregg Popovich stepping down, ESPN recalls the legendary stories (including fancy dinners and a penguin movie) about the winningest coach in NBA history.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · May 1

After Game 5, Steph Curry, Steve Kerr and the Warriors were asked if Dillon Brooks is targeting Curry’s injured shooting thumb after he releases a shot. Curry said he tries not to think about it and if it’s a foul, it should be called. www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

Dubs irked as Rockets take aim at Curry's thumb

Warriors coach Steve Kerr said Rockets defenders are trying to "outsmart the rules" by hitting Stephen Curry's hand after he releases his shot and said it's something he hopes the league addresses aft...

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · Apr 29

If this is the “last ride” for Steph and Draymond, Jimmy Butler told ESPN that “Playoff Jimmy” is “going to do anything to f---ing win. That's some motherf---er right there…he'll die out there. He really will. It's scary. He really will die out there." www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

Steph and Draymond's 'last ride' comes down to Playoff Jimmy

Ten years after their first title, Curry and Green know Butler is the key to their pursuit of a fifth ring.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · Apr 29

Jimmy Butler should’ve been out for a couple weeks according to Steve Kerr. But yet here he was scoring 14 points and grabbing the biggest rebound of the season to push the Rockets to the brink. Oh, and he had this to say: “I don’t like Dillon Brooks” www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

Ailing Butler delivers in 'winning time' for Warriors

Golden State's Jimmy Butler, playing through an injured tailbone, returned from a one-game absence to put his team one win away from advancing to the Western Conference semifinals.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · Apr 29

If this is the “last ride” for Steph and Draymond, Jimmy Butler told ESPN that “Playoff Jimmy” is “going to do anything to f---ing win. That's some motherf---er right there…he'll die out there. He really will. It's scary. He really will die out there." www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

Steph and Draymond's 'last ride' comes down to Playoff Jimmy

Ten years after their first title, Curry and Green know Butler is the key to their pursuit of a fifth ring.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · Apr 28

Shortly after the trade for Jimmy Butler, an emotional Steph Curry told Draymond Green, "It's our last ride." Steph told ESPN: "How many more chances will we actually realistically have at chasing a championship?... We are trying to recreate that magic." www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

Steph and Draymond's 'last ride' comes down to Playoff Jimmy

Ten years after their first title, Curry and Green know Butler is the key to their pursuit of a fifth ring.

Ohm Youngmisuk @notoriousohm.bsky.social · Apr 27

Without Jimmy Butler, Warriors deliver perhaps their gutsiest performance of the season with Steph Curry leading the way. But as Gary Payton II says,"Hopefully, we get Jimmy back for Game 4 and we get back to our regular scheduled program." www.espn.com/nba/story/_/...

With Butler out, Curry, Dubs get tough in key win

Stephen Curry had 36 points, and the Warriors delivered perhaps their gutsiest performance of the season in a 104-93 win to take a 2-1 series lead over the Rockets.