Author: Fisherman1
TRENDING: Kon Knueppel’s Mom Turns Heads at the NBA Draft In a night dominated by highlight reels, tearful hugs, and life-changing dreams coming true, it wasn’t just the draftees who stole the spotlight — it was Kon Knueppel’s mom who left social media buzzing. When the camera panned to the Knueppel family’s draft table, viewers expected the usual scene — proud parents beaming with joy, maybe a few emotional tears. But what they got instead was a moment that went viral within seconds: Kon’s mom, Kara Knueppel, radiating elegance, confidence, and undeniable charisma, immediately igniting a wave of…
PROVO — Another international prospect is joining the BYU men’s basketball team. The Cougars bolstered the roster Wednesday with the signing of Austrian international Aleksej Kostic, a 6-foot-4 guard who averaged 6.5 points, including 36.4% from 3-point range, for the Arkadia Traiskirchen Lions of the Austrian Basketball Superliga. Considered one of the better shooters in Austria, Kostic was the fourth-highest scorer two years ago in leading the U18 squad to a fourth-place finishing at the FIBA U18 EuroBasket, Division B while averaging 19.1 points, 2.6 rebounds and 4.1 assists per game. That included a 34-point outburst against Montenegro…
Insider Confirmed: Kon Knueppel Had Sweet Reaction to Video of Cooper Flagg’s Support on Draft Night In an era where competitiveness often overshadows camaraderie, Duke basketball fans were treated to a heartwarming display of mutual respect between two of the program’s most promising young stars. According to an insider close to the situation, Kon Knueppel—Duke’s sharp-shooting freshman wing—had a “sweet and genuinely emotional” reaction upon seeing a video of Cooper Flagg showing support for him during the NBA Draft broadcast. The moment in question took place during the NBA Draft telecast, when cameras caught Flagg, projected as the…
Wilson Stephenson’s Long Journey Back: A Story of Grit, Loss, and Redemption For Wilson Stephenson, the road back wasn’t just long—it was brutal. The former high school football phenom from South Carolina had once been pegged as a can’t-miss talent. At 6’4″ with explosive speed and a fierce football IQ, Stephenson was a four-star recruit with offers from Alabama, Georgia, and Clemson. But life had other plans. In the spring of 2022, during an offseason workout before his senior year, Stephenson suffered a catastrophic ACL and MCL tear—an injury that not only sidelined him physically but sent shockwaves…
Legacy Showdown: Christian Laettner vs. Grant Hill – Who Truly Built Duke’s Basketball Empire? When you think of Duke Basketball’s rise to prominence, two names stand above the rest: Christian Laettner and Grant Hill. Both are legends, both NCAA champions, and both instrumental to the program’s golden era under Coach Mike Krzyzewski. But when the dust settles and the banners hang, a compelling debate lingers: Who truly built Duke’s basketball empire? Christian Laettner: The Face of Dominance Christian Laettner is, without question, one of the most decorated college basketball players of all time. Playing from 1988 to…
Darrell Bevell Turns Down Patriots’ $2 Million Offer, Stays Loyal to Dolphins In a stunning show of loyalty that’s becoming increasingly rare in the NFL, Miami Dolphins Quarterbacks Coach and Pass Game Coordinator Darrell Bevell has turned down a jaw-dropping $2 million offer from the New England Patriots. The Patriots, one of the league’s most storied franchises, attempted to lure Bevell away with both a hefty paycheck and the prestige that comes with working in Foxborough. But for Bevell, the choice was never about dollars — it was about dedication. Bevell, a veteran coach with decades of experience…
Duke Basketball: Jon Scheyer Checks Out Yet Another Knueppel Brother Duke basketball one-and-done Kon Knueppel might not be the last in the family to suit up for the Blue Devils. Not only has Jon Scheyer already expressed some interest in Kager Knueppel, the second of five Knueppel brothers ranging from a rising eighth-grader to the NBA rookie oldest sibling, but the program’s fourth-year head coach now has eyes on the third in line, small forward Kinston Knueppel.On Saturday morning, Scheyer arrived at the Augusta Convention Center to watch a Nike EYBL E15 bout between Kinston Kneuppel’s Team Herro squad and…
One of over 40 full-fledged suitors in the Deron Rippey Jr. sweepstakes, the Duke basketball staff doesn’t look like a top contender for the Blair Academy (N.J.) five-star guard. After all, the Blue Devils are not among the now-eight programs that have locked in dates for an official visit from the 6-foot-2 rising senior.And Rippey, who now ranks No. 17 overall and No. 2 among point guards on the 247Sports 2026 Composite and is the namesake son of the mid-1990s ECU basketball player, is set to first check out the Kentucky Wildcats beginning on Aug. 1.Rippey will then begin his…
BREAKING: Kalen DeBoer Turns Down Auburn’s $3 Million Offer, Chooses Loyalty to Alabama Over Payday In an era of relentless coaching carousel drama and high-stakes contract wars, Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer has just made a powerful—and rare—statement. Despite being offered a staggering $3 million from SEC rival Auburn, DeBoer has turned down the deal, reaffirming his commitment to Alabama and the vision he’s crafting in Tuscaloosa. The offer from Auburn, confirmed by multiple sources familiar with the negotiations, was part of an aggressive push by the Tigers to lure DeBoer away from their arch-rival. Known…
“Devils Basketball Program”: A Legacy Reborn Through the Voices Who Lived It Basketball fans, mark your calendars. A documentary decades in the making is finally arriving — and it’s more than just a tribute. “Devils Basketball Program” is a raw, emotional, and inspiring deep dive into the meteoric rise of the Duke Blue Devils basketball dynasty, told through the eyes of those who built it. Premiering this fall, the film features personal, never-before-heard accounts from legendary figures including Mike Krzyzewski, Christian Laettner, Grant Hill, and Johnny Dawkins. This is not just a history lesson. It’s a soul-stirring journey…