Jimmer Fredette

LYNN DeBRUIN AP Sports Writer SALT LAKE CITY Gordon Hayward scored a season-high 21 points and C.J. Miles added 20 as the Utah Jazz snapped a two-game losing streak, defeating Sacramento 96-93 and spoiling Jimmer Fredette's return to the state where "Jimmermania" began. Fredette had a chance to give the Kings the win with 4.2 seconds left, but launched an air-ball 3-pointer. Hayward's free throw sealed it for Utah (11-7). Tyreke Evans led...Read Full Story

Growing up, Jimmer Fredette always dreamed of playing in the NBA. Years later, after being named college basketball’s Player of the Year by almost every outlet, he achieved more than he could have ever dreamed. The Making of Jimmer tells the story of how Jimmer came to conquer the world of college hoops, as well as the trials and tribulations he encountered along the way. Check out the trailer: Here’s the cover: What do you think? Follow Dime on Twitter at @DimeMag . Become a fan of...Read Full Story

The Kings had two preseason games against the Golden State Warriors where Sacramento went (1-1) coming away with a win on their home floor. The lockout has certainly slowed down the progression of this young team but it’s evident this team is talented. Top scorer: Marcus Thornton – 21 points both games Top rebounder: J.J Hickson – 16 over both games Assist leader: Tyreke Evans – 14 over both games *Potential – This Kings team has so much potential. From the top to the bottom of their...Read Full Story

LYNN DeBRUIN AP Sports Writer SALT LAKE CITY Jimmer may have jumped to the NBA yet there's a new NCAA scoring leader in Utah, one who can pop the 3, slash to the hoop and drop 40 on a given night. About the only thing junior point guard Damian Lillard lacks is a catchy first name, though Weber State teammates and friends are starting to call him FlyGuy after his performances of late, including a 41-point outburst in Saturday's double-overtime thriller...Read Full Story

No matter how one looks at Jimmer Fredette of the Sacramento Kings and Tim Tebow of the Denver Broncos there is a blaring similarity between the two. Both players bring something different to the table for their sport and have their criticism’s along the way toward success. Many may think the similarity starts with religion [...] Jimmer Fredette the Tim Tebow of the NBA is a post by the Best Sports Blogs at BallHyped.com. View and VoteRead Full Story