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• Shane Battier reveals why Lakers great Kobe Bryant always needed hand-to-face defense
Former NBA veteran Shane Battier went on a trip down memory lane as he recalled guarding the late Kobe Bryant in a game against the Los Angeles Lakers, particularly in the 2009 NBA Playoffs. Matching up against an elite scorer like Bryant, Battier needed to put a hand on his opponent’s face just to hinder […] The post Shane Battier reveals why Lakers great Kobe Bryant always needed han...2021
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• RUMOR: Daryl Morey could tap ex-Rocket to join Sixers front office
It seems like another former member of the Houston Rockets could join the Philadelphia 76ers’ front office. After the recent news of the Sixers finalizing a deal to sign Daryl Morey to oversee their basketball operations, it’s also being reported that Shane Battier might be on his way to Philly to join him. Per Tom […] The post RUMOR: Daryl Morey could tap ex-Rocket to join Sixer...2020
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• Shane Battier reveals why he defended Kobe Bryant with a hand to the face
Longtime Houston Rockets forward Shane Battier revealed the reason why he infamously defended Kobe Bryant with a hand to the face. The defensive specialist had plenty of wars with the Los Angeles Lakers great during his time in the league, and he insists defending Bryant like that wasn’t a matter of blocking his vision. In […] The post Shane Battier reveals why he defended Kobe Bryant ...2020
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• Kawhi Leonard has ‘F U symbol’ on championship ring to remember which finger to put it on

Following the great tradition of Shane Battier and Andrew Bogut, Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard – who got his Raptors championship ring last night – had a special finger picked for it....2019
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• Pistons' head coaching search now in full swing
The Pistons’ head coaching search appears to be in full swing, with reports on Wednesdayindicating that the team intends to interview TNT analyst Kenny Smith, Heat assistant Juwan Howard, Spurs assistant Ime Udoka, and former Raptors head coach Dwane Casey. In addition to deciding on a new head coach though, the club will need to make at least one hire in its front office to replace former preside...2018
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• Shane Battier reportedly staying with Heat front office
It’s always fun to see where well-known former players wind up once they hang up the sneakers. Shane Battier is doing his thing in Miami, and reportedly might have left for Detroit but will stay put. Here’s the Miami Herald with the details: Shane Battier, the Heat’s director of basketball development and analytics, has removed himself [...]...2018

• Give & Go with Duke Coach Kerstin Kimel
Excerpts of this "Give & Go" interview with Duke women's lacrosse coach Kerstin Kimel appear in the February NCAA preview edition of US Lacrosse Magazine. Don't get the mag? Join US Lacrosse today to start your subscription. What’s one thing that always puts you in a good mood? Hosting and cooking a big dinner to share with family and friends while taking in a big Duke basketball or football g...2017
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"Former NBA veteran Shane Battier went on a trip down memory lane as he recalled guarding the late Kobe Bryant in a game against the Los Angeles Lakers, particularly in the 2009 NBA Playoffs."

2020
"Longtime Houston Rockets forward Shane Battier revealed the reason why he infamously defended Kobe Bryant with a hand to the face."

2019
"Following the great tradition of Shane Battier and Andrew Bogut, Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard – who got his Raptors championship ring last night – had a special finger picked for it."

2018
"Detroit also reportedly considering Brent Barry and Shane Battier for complementary executive positions"

2017
"Shane Battier to lead Heat's analytics department"

2016
"com reported the team contacted Brand and Shane Battier for potential mentorship roles last month."

2015
"com added on Monday that former players, such as Elton Brand and Shane Battier, had been contacted about possible mentor roles for the young roster."

2014
" The next two offseasons, Pat Riley added Shane Battier and Ray Allen, respectively, and they typically split the final two spots with Mario Chalmers throughout the rest of the Heat's four-year run."

• Shane Battier expected to get second interview with Pistons
Heat director of basketball development and analytics Shane Battier is expected to interview with the Pistons for a second time, according to Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald (Twitter link). We initially heard last week that the Heat had granted Battier permission to meet with Detroit about a possible front office role.According to Jackson, the Pistons were “impressed” by Battier during that firs...2018
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• Miami Heat hire Shane Battier as Director of Basketball Development & Analytics
The Miami Heat announced today that they have hired former HEAT player and two-time NBA champion Shane Battier as the Director of Basketball Development & Analytics. His duties will include the development of analytics in evaluating all talent, including college, free agents and current Miami players. “We believe Shane is an incredible example of our HEAT [...]...2017
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• Shane Battier named head of Heat analytics department
The Miami Heat are reuniting with an old chum.The team announced on Thursday that they have hired Shane Battier to their front office as Director of Basketball Development & Analytics. The former Duke Blue Devil’s job will include “the development of analytics in evaluating all talent, including college, free agents and current Miami players.”Battier, now 38, played with the Heat for the last thre...2017
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• Elton Brand to 76ers: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction
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• Shane Battier expected to get second interview with Pistons
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• CP3 says he once got crossed over by Obama in pickup game
The 44th Commander-in-Chief is about to pass the torch to his successor on Friday as Barack Obama’s second term as President of the United States comes to a close. As it does, people like Clippers guard Chris Paul are remembering memorable moments with the outgoing President. Obama has said he is looking forward to taking a step back and enjoying being able to breathe again after eight years in th...2017
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