Easter Steals The Show as Boozer Twins Fall on Their Birthday; Peterson a "No Show?" At Peach Jam

 Jerry Easter Steals The Show as Boozer Twins Fall on Their Birthday; Peterson a "No Show?" At Peach Jam 

By Deon Cash

Jerry Easter II, one of the best high school players in the country, bar none, just did the unthinkable:

He knocked off the top ranked and undefeated giants in the most prestigous AAU circuit in the country. 

But here's the even more crazy part: He did it without the supposedly top recruit in Ohio. On the #1 and #2 players birthday to add insult to injury. 

Easter, who was a late addition to the New Jersey Scholars roster, was in "Penny Hardaway" Mode all night, as he was dishing dimes, playing suffocating defense and hitting timely shots to keep the Scholars in the game in the famous EYBL Peach Jam youth basketball circuit in Atlanta, Georgia. 

They were taking on the #1 and #2 Ranked players in the class of 2025 in the Boozer twins, sons of NBA vet Carlos Boozer. Their squad are the Nightrydas in the AAU circuit, and they were undefeated before taking on Easter and the Scholars. 

While the Boozer twins showed why they will be top 10 picks in the NBA one day, Easter put the Scholars on his back for a triple double (18pts, 11 reb, 12 dimes) and finished off the Nightrydas unlike any opponent they had ever seen in front of a barrage of media and influencers for ESPN and other national ranking publications and gurus. 

And while Peterson was supposed to show up to play with Easter II in the huge matchup, for some reason, he didn't. 

For Easter, it was just another win. 

"Yeah, Yeah" he exclaimed after the game in the hotel room, making it seem like it was no big deal.

If you knew Easter, you'd know he's a humble kid, but the inner competitor always comes out in the game, as his mom and dad have made sure he doesn't get complacent.  Trena Easter, Jerry's mom, hooped for Michigan in her hoop years. 

But his demeanor will also help him continue to be great, even at this age. 

We could be watching the next great Ohio high school player, since LeBron James. While some think it will be Peterson, others are realizing Easter is much, much better than the #27 ranking ESPN slapped on him after saying they hadn't seen enough on him to rank him higher. Peterson was ranked #4. When Easter seen the rankings, he didn't get upset.

He just went back to his work regimen, which is second to none.

So when he would get the call that this team needed him to compete with the top team in the country? No sweat for Easter. He's been prepared for this. 

And as for the proposed experts who once said "He's good" but not good enough for Top 10? 

"He's the real deal." were the reports from not only ESPN, but from the crowd, and everyone else, including DeJuan Wagner Jr, as he witnessed the dominance of Easter. So much so, they took a dope photo shot after the game. Easter is already focused on the next couple games as he wants to make the playoffs. 

We said it 2 years ago, and we will say it again. 

Jerry Easter II is the best player in the class of 2025. 

And don't ask us. Ask Penny Hardaway, who literally just offered Easter adding to his already growing list of top programs who have offered the Toledo, Ohio native. Easter has almost 20 offers already, including UCLA, Ohio State, Cincinnati, and now Memphis. 

Stay tuned for the Jerry Easter show at the Peach Jam, and look for more stars to come and watch the next great hooper from Ohio this week. 

Heeeeeeeeeeere's Jerry! 

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S.E.Live365 Invades NBA Summer League; Sed Toney, Mr Smith, Mr Frazier, To Attend This Weekend

S.E.Live365 Staff in the Building at the NBA2k23 Summer League

By Deon Cash 

With a few Media experts in the Las Vegas air, expect some NBA Summer League reviews all weekend.  Here are the SELive staff that are in Vegas at the events.

Sedric Toney - Former NBA Player, Current S.E.Live Analyst Ready For Coaching Gig?

Sedric Toney, who has been a Expert Analyst on the team this summer, will attend the usual NBA off court festivities while attending the games over the weekend.

There are reports that Toney is being considered for some coaching jobs in the NBA, and Toney, an Ambassador of sorts for the NBA responded to the reports. 

"In the right situation, I'd like to be a coach in the NBA next season. I know what i can bring to a organization." 

Toney is currently working with the Atlanta Hawks organization with camps, and off the court events as with the NBA and is finishing up the season with S.E.Live365.

"Mr Smith" - Former Basketball Player, Current Youth Trainer, Coach

Smith has been a mainstay with S.E.Live as a Host / analyst. But more importantly, Smith has excelled in the youth hoop and football development and coaching department in Ohio and beyond. He now heads to Vegas to be apart of a huge basketball coaching camp with the opportunity to expand to higher levels.

Here's  also will be attending the NBA games and doing the show with reviews as well.

"This is a great opportunity for me to show I'm one of the more established and complete development coaches and also learn from the best in the process" Mr. Smith stated.

Otis Frazier - S.E.Live Phoenix To Make Trip

Frazier, who has been a part time analyst with S.E.Live before landing a Head coaching job in Arizona, will head out to Summer League to watch the players who he has seen make it to the Summer League. 

"I want my son to see it, to help motivate him" as he is talking about Otis Frazier III, the transfer from George Mason who will be attending UTEP this season.

"I also want to check out the newest pros and pick up some pointers and ideas for our upcoming season." Frazier said.

Bonus Analyst - NBA Champion Samaki Walker Watches Son Thrive in First Game 

Samaki Walker, one of the best bigs to grace the HS courts of Columbus and NBA Champion, watched his son be drafted by the Portland Trailblazers in the 2nd round.

Jabari Walker had his 1st game with Portland and didnt dissapoint, as he showed off his full repertoire in his summer league opener. 

Walker was dunking, hitting shots, making key plays all over the court, blocking shots, and was in the right place at the right time often en route to a impressive start..one that the Blazers have to be happy about.

Walker should be a rotation player this season. We wll try to get more info from Walker, who was a analyst on the S.E.Live365 show the past 2 seasons.

Stay tuned Daily as our Analysts Covering the NBA Summer League and give us a weekend report on how things are going in the NBA 2k23 Summer League. 

Don't be suprised to see one of our Analysts on the TV screen as well. 

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WNBA Hot 5: Storm Send Bird, January Off With a W in Indy; Skylar Diggins To Indy? WNBA Snubs Mitchell, Taurasi, Liz, for All Star Game; Sun Holds Off Chicago in "Morning Tilt"; Fever Ready For Battle Tonight vs WNBA Champs

WNBA Hot 5 

(Pre All-Star Weekend) 

By Deon Cash 

 In a busy week right before the WNBA All-Star weekend, things have undoubtedly heated up around the W.

Here are some of the hot topics in the WNBA to go along with the Indiana Fever recap.

BIRD, STORM LEAVE WITH WIN IN FINAL GAME IN INDY

Sue Bird, arguably the greatest point guard in the history of the WNBA, played in Indianapolis for the final time in her illustrious 20-year career, as she hangs up the shoes after this season. 

However, it was her teammates who did the heavy lifting in the 95-73 win at the Coliseum in Indianapolis. 

Jewel Lloyd, an All Star, dropped 25 in the win and Tina Charles, the newest addition to the Storm, dropped 13 points and 8 boards as the Storm move to 14-8 on the season.  Brynn January, also a big time baller in the WNBA, will be retiring as well this season for the Storm and was honored. 

Kelsey Mitchell, a top 5 scorer in the league and one of the biggest snubs from the All-Star game, dropped 21 on the night but it was not enough as the Fever fall to 5-18 on the season. 

SKY'S TOP 5? DIGGINS WANTS OUT OF PHOENIX

Skylar Diggins-Smith, one of the best PG's in the W, has made it clear: She wants out in Phoenix.

From her sideline near physical altercation with Diana Tauraisi, to her subliminal messages, to her shot at her head coach, it's very clear at this point. 

Diggins-Smith has had enough, and wants to be traded, released, or whatever the cause may be. She wants out. ASAP.

Now while we have seen these types of disputes blow over, know that Diggins-Smith is not the one for fake feelings, which is why this is becoming a big deal. It seems that Diggins-Smith has taken offense to some things that have happened in the organization, and wants out.

If this is the case, here are 5 places Diggins-Smith could - and should - end up.

(1) Indiana Fever (5-18) 5 GB of 4th Place

The Fever could use Diggins-Smith to run the show, pushing Kelsey Mitchell to the shooting guard primarily and giving the Fever a 1-2 punch they desperately could use, which would be a dynamite backcourt to say the least. Did we mention that Diggins-Smith trainer used to be Carlos Knox, the head coach of the Fever as well? With Diggins-Smith the Fever could bounce right back into the playoff race. 

(2) Los Angeles Sparks  (10-11) 3rd Place 

Diggins just played against the Sparks, and ran it up for 22 in the narrow loss. The Sparks are in a dogfight for a playoff spot, and adding someone like Diggins to go with the Ogwumike sisters and Liz Cambage would provide a huge boost for the Sparks organization who got rid of Derek Fisher mid-season due to not being where they wanted to be. 

They have won 3 straight and seem to be turning things around. Adding Skylar would make the Sparks become a big-time lineup for any team to face in any round.

(3) New York Liberty (9-12) 1 GB of 4th Place

With Sabrina Ionescu coming into her own, she is showing why she will be a Top 5 player in the W for a long time. The Liberty are just 1 star away from becoming a formidable force in the East. They currently are sitting a game out of the final playoff spot in the East, so adding a player like Diggins would ensure movement into the Top 4 of the East. Plus Diggins is a bright lights type of player, and New York would definitely provide that.

(4) Washington Mystics (14-10) 3rd Place  

The Mystics started out fast, but have tailed off a little, due to the inconsistencies of the offense. This strategy has been on purpose, due to the fact that the Mystics have decided to bring Top 10 hooper Elena Della Donne around slowly this season. 

The reason? 

To keep her fresh for the playoffs. With Natasha Cloud running the show, the Mystics could use another bonafide scorer to push their championship hopes to another level. Adding Diggins-Smith to Della Donne and Cloud would provide a heck of a trio moving forward.

(5) Minnesota Lynx (8-15) 2,5 GB of 4th Place

The Lynx are one of the legit contenders to make a run for a playoff berth, and adding Diggins-Smith would boost them as a near favorite to grab a spot. Why?

They run a offense that would be conducive to Diggins Smith playing style. She is a iso player, but is a great player without the ball and with a big as well, and the Lynx have players all over who can score and make plays. But Diggins would provide leadership and ball control, which are crucial come playoff time. Adding Diggins to a squad that boasts Ariel Powers, Sylvia Fowles, Kayla McBride and Jessica Shepard? 

Now you might have something special. 

WNBA SNUBS MITCHELL, TAURASI, CAMBAGE FOR ALL STAR GAME

While the WNBA has its own problems as far as development and promotion, the one thing they should be able to do is get the All-Star game right. This season? There were a few snubs and while we will tackle the issue tomorrow on the S.E.Live Show, here are the biggest snubs of the Game in Chicago this year.

Kelsey Mitchell - Fever Guard 

Mitchell has been Top 5 all season in scoring, and has led a young Fever team all season. She is also Top 15 in assists and Top 10 in 4th quarter points this season. How she wasn't put in the All-Star game is beyond us. We get she's not on a good team, but she is arguably one of the top 10 players in the WNBA this season. 

Diana Tauraisi - Mercury Guard-Forward

Taurasi, in her twilight of her career, still is one of the most clutch players in the league, right now, and is still averaging 15ppg. While she might not have the stats, she has the respect and the game, and if you are going to have Sue Bird finish out her career with her last All-Star game, you have to have Diana in there as well. 

A major omission by WNBA, keeping off one of the top 10 players of All-Time. And by the way, she's on the cover of NBA2k23 along with Bird.

Liz Cambage - Sparks Center 

While it took her a little bit to get into the flow of the season after leaving Vegas, she has been dominant in her last games, and when on the court, is one of the top Centers in the W, bar none. Add to the fact that she is one of the Top 5 most popular players in the world, Cambage should absolutely be in the game. She is box office, and has shown that over the course of her career.

MORNING GAME PROVIDES LYNX WITH A WIN OVER CHAMPS

The WNBA decided to let the ladies play in a "Early Game" and it was entertaining early before the Lynx pulled out a 3-point win against the defending champs in the Chicago Sky. 

The game was played at 11am and both teams looked ready for the task, with fast play early.  

Ariel Powers was dominant early, dropping 17 in the 1st half before ending with 22 and 10 boards. The Sky had a chance to tie it but Quigley's 3 to tie it at the buzzer bounced off the rim. 

Chicago falls to 15-6 while Minnesota improves to 8-15.

TONIGHTS GAMES 

FEVER TO BATTLE CHAMPS IN INDY, LOOK TO STOP LOSING STREAK 

STORM LOOK TO STOP SPARKS WIN STREAK

IONESCU LEADS LIBERTY TO FACE DIGGINS, PHOENIX

The Indiana Fever are set to take on the defending champs in the Chicago Sky tonight at 7pm, Can they knock off the defending champs for the 2nd straight time in Indy?

Can the Seattle Storm stop the L.A. Sparks winning streak? The Sparks will look to continue the good play lately against Sue Bird, leading scorer Breanna Stewart and the Storm. 

Can Sabring Ionescu outplay Skylar Diggins and the Mercury?  Ionescu just had a triple double in a big win over the Aces in her last game. 

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New Partner Sponsors NBA Finals Episode , Summer Season

Expedient Agrees To Deal With S.E.Live365 Atlanta

 Expedient Detailing, a fast rising auto service company, has agreed to partner with the S.E.Live365 ATL weekly TV Show / Podcast. They will sponsor the NBA Finals Recap Shows this week to go with the rest of the summer season, per the reports. 

The business has rapidly grown in the state of Georgia and is now in demand in different states, which is a great sign for the hard working organization.

Ryan Parker, the CEO of Expedient Detailing Services, is very pleased with the growth of the brand, especially in the last calendar year.

"I always say, if you provide great work and  customer service, your business will grow. We stick to that motto." Parker,  the young, vibrant CEO stated. 

S.E.Live365 is looking to Launch the popular sports brand in Atlanta this summer. The weekly series featuring former NBA Vet and Ambassador Sedric Toney is gaining more steam as we move to the middle of the summer. 

S.E.Live365 is now in talks with BW3's, Skybar, and others as possible locations for the wildly popular weekly sports series as the summer heats up. 

Deon Cash, CEO of S.E.Live365 stated,

"With Expedient behind our brand this summer, we feel very confident that we can push into the Atlanta market the way we need to. Now we have  the great support from a hungry, young, thriving, up-and-coming organization like Expedient that we need to be able to go to the next level." 

This marks the second partner for S.E.Live365 in the Atlanta market, as CASS Atlanta has partnered up for the first 2 months. CASS Atlanta will be hosting a Launch Party at the end of July in conjunction with S.E.Live365.  

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WNBA Recappin; Fever Grind Out Win in Minnesota; NaLyssa Smith "Coming Out Party" Stops Losing Streak

FEVER GRIND OUT WIN, END LOSING STREAK BEHIND "ARRIVAL" OF NALYSSA SMITH 

By Deon Cash

The Indiana Fever was on a losing streak, and with it came some hard questions. 

After a gutty win on the road against a Minnesota Lynx team needing a win themselves, the Fever answered a few questions, and then some. 

They now will come home this week and see if they can get on a winning streak as they grinded out an 84-80 win to snap a 5-game losing streak and build some positive momentum heading back to Indy.

#2 pick NaLyssa Smith showed why she was that pick, with a coming out party of sorts, as she led the team with 21 pts, 14 boards and 4 assists in the Fever's crucial victory. She was one of four Fever in double digits, as Robinson (16), Kelsey Mitchell (15) and Victoria Vivians (15) help lead a balanced attack in a crucial must win game.

 Vivians two clutch 3's help seal the deal late in the game. 

Smith also made her statement in the Rookie of the Year race, which she has said she wants to win.

"I want to win. When you lose, you don't want that energy around the team. We had to get a win and we was gonna' do whatever it took." Smith would state in the press conference after the game. 

Smith was involved in all the key plays, including a dust up with the Lynx which fueled her even more, especially late when she made a few more "Winning Plays" to get a much-needed W. 

Coach Knox, who now moves to 2-5 on the season, was relieved and happy for his team as well. 

It was nice to get that win, to end a losing streak, as the ladies have been working so hard each and every day. It's all about the process and I'm happy to see NaLyssa and her development coming along well. She's in the gym a lot, and it is paying off." 

With the win the Fever move to 4-12 on the season, but are 3-1 vs the Western Conference, which should be interesting as they will face a bevy of those teams for the remainder of the season.

The Fever will be back at home on Wednesday, and while they aren't near a playoff spot, they sit only 5 games back with the All-Star break less than a month away. They will face a Phoenix Mercury team (5-8) who is looking to get back on the winning track as well, despite missing all-WNBA C Britney Griner, who is still in Russia jail after over 100 days. 

Fever Rookie Report

Henny Sees Lowest Minute Output of Season -Why?

Destanni Henderson, one of the brightest young stars of the Fever and the NBA, saw her lowest minutes total of the season. But with good reason, as the starting PG played well in DRob, with her best overall game of the season. Mitchell was solid, but had a good floor game, and her assists in the final minutes were clutch. "Henny" played well last night, so expect her to play much more in the upcoming games. 

No Lexie This Game - Why?

Lexie Hull, the guard who was starting to find her way in the WNBA, was not available as she attended a graduation ceremony. Hull could be a key off the bench in the second part of the season. She is starting to find her groove.

Engstler  - Solid and Disruptive

Emily Englster was solid and disruptive in her time on the floor, which is exactly what coach Knox  wants them to be. Englster has been in foul trouble often, but has given great minutes on the floor, and seems to be getting more comfortable on the court, so much so, she took it from one end to the other recently, which shows her true versatility to the team.

Egbo - Tough & Developing

Queen Egbo had some good and bad moments, but for the most part, Egbo has been a very nice suprise starting from Day 1 at the center position. She plays around the rim, but has a nice drive game, with some post moves as well, and showed it last nite in flashes. She also had the unenviable task of trying to stop the Lynx bigs, who played well last night. Most players have a couple inches on Egbo on every team she faces, but her heart, and desire usually makes up for the size.

Smith - Clutch, Clearly in the Rookie of the Year Race

NaLyssa Smith provided everything you needed to see out of a Rookie of the Year type of player; A dominant start, didn't miss until shot 8...Diving out of bounds to save a huge loose ball late in the game...Standing up in the moment of a crisis and possible fight...Hitting clutch off the dribble shots to stop offensive droughts...Nice defense, especially late in the game....Posting inside against bigger players - and scoring; There was nothing she didn't do tonight, and few more of those performances will boost her against Rhyne Howard, who is having a banner year herself for that Rookie of the Year Award. 

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Knox Gets First Win as WNBA Coach in Emotional Night

Knox Gets First Win as WNBA Coach in Emotional Night

IUPUI Honors All - American, All-Time Leading Scorer on Same Night of His Coaching Debut

Carlos Knox, new interim head coach of Indiana Fever, talks after home game

      

By Deon Cash

Carlos knox, who was recently named the interim head coach of the Indiana Fever, was able to get his first win as a head coach in the WNBA on arguably the most emotional night of his career.

Knox was a legend in high school, but even more at IUPUI, where he was the all-time leading scorer in the program history.

So the school decided to give him his flowers and retire his jersey, on the day that he would coach his first game in the WNBA ranks.

"Just blessed to be able to have these opportunities after all the hard work I put in over the years." 

Knox would say after a amazing night, including a exciting, gritty,Carlos Knox-type of win over the L.A Sparks in front of the home fans. 

With that win it improved the Fever to 3-7, and keeping them in the playoff race, as they trail the Atlanta Dream for that 4th playoff spot in the East.

The energy was crazy, and everyone seems to really like "Coach Los" and want him to succeed as the leader of the team. He has trained some of the WNBA elite ballers, so he has a great connect with his players. 

And he wont sugarcoat it, so you have to respect his no-nonsense philosophy, which most ballers always do. 

FEVER FALL IN KNOX 2ND GAME COACHING;  HEAD ON CRUCIAL ROAD TRIP

The Fever got out to a great start against one of the early favorites to get a WNBA Title, in the Washington Mystics. With Kelsey Mitchell having a great 1st half, the Fever were up 6 at half and had the momentum. After a NaLyssa Smith bucket,  the Fever held their biggest lead of the 2nd half and game. 

 But the Mystics defense dominated the 2nd half, and the Fever offense went cold, shooting 5-20 in the game changing 3rd quarter. 

"I thought they did a good job or playing with more intensity in the second half, and we did not match that." Knox would say in the press conference.  

While the Fever are at 3-8 look for a run to get back in playoff contention as they embark on a crucial 3- game road trip.

Good Luck to Coach Knox and the Fever on this road trip and salute a guy who never complained and worked his way up, and now will show his value as a elite motivator and coach. 

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T3TV Experience Jumps Off Memorial Weekend with Battle Royale Classic; What Stars are Coming? Full Schedule

T3TV Experience Jumps Off Memorial Weekend with Battle Royale Classic; What Stars are Coming?

By Deon Cash

With Memorial Weekend here, its time to check out one of the hottest youth tournaments in the country with T3TV Memorial Tournament (Battle Royale Clasic) starting tonight.

With over 150 teams in attendance, the event will be held at Courts 4 Sports (854 Reading Road) & Sports Plus (10765 Reading Road). Just like last year, expect to see the very best youth hoopers and elite coaches in the country this weekend. 

And of course some of the best talent in the country will be on hand, as the likes of Team Teague, CP3 Academy, Rondo Elite, Sumner Elite, Bates Fundamentals, Illinois Elite, and of course, All Ohio BNU, which boasts the #1 team in the country in their division.

"Its been a crazy last coulple of months, but we ready for all the festivities this weekend, which is arguably the best youth tournament in the country, especially with all the talent coming from all over the country every year. 

All the smoke will be in the building this weekend in Mason, Ohio." 

Terry Holt, CEO of T3 stated. 

"We hope that you will come out and join us and support the Battle Royale Classic!"

The tournament starts tonight and will go through weekend. Cost of the event is $20 on friday, and $25 Saturday & Sunday with the option of buying a weekend pass. 

The weekend pass will have access to over 235 games, and 2 gym locations; get your weekend pass for only $40! Doors will open Friday 6:30PM. 

Here is the schedule for the weekend: 

Friday Games (Courts 4 Sports)
854 Reading Rd, Mason, OH 45040
Doors open 6:30PM

Grades 1-5 (Sports Plus)
10765 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH
Sat-Sun Doors Open 7:30am

Grades 6-8 (Courts 4 Sports)
854 Reading Rd, Mason, OH 45040
Sat-Sun Doors 7:30AM

And expect to see all the top media sites, such as Fox Sports, Slam, Overtime, InTheGym, Buckeye Prep, Courtside Films, 5 Star Recruits, MSHTV, Nike, BallisLife, Bonus Sports, United Thru Hoops, and others, which should create a few viral videos when its all said and done.  

What stars will show up? Not sure, but the likes of Pac Man Jones, Erick Dampier, Funny Gee, Mr. Teague and others, so expect another star studded weekend. 

For more information you can head to www.T3TVSports.com.