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Joey Daly

Founder & Writer

McLean, Virginia

The Story

I'm Joey Daly. I'm 11 years old and I've been watching the NBA since I was 6. I play basketball for the NOVA Knicks (5th grade) and I pretty much think about basketball 24/7. I started The Daly Bucket because I wanted a place to write about everything I love about the game — not just the scores, but the sneakers, the culture, the hot takes, all of it.

I write every word myself. Every recap, every review, every prediction. If you're reading The Daly Bucket, you're getting my real thoughts — no filter. Thanks for being here. Let's get buckets.


My Favorites

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Favorite Player

Anthony Edwards

Minnesota Timberwolves

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Favorite Team

Minnesota Timberwolves

Ant-Man's squad

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Favorite Sneaker

Nike Kobe Line

Clean, lightweight, built for hoopers

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Position

Guard

NOVA Knicks, 5th Grade


What I Wear on the Court

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Game Shoes

Nike Kobe 6 Protro — lightweight, great traction, feel like you can fly in these

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Practice Shoes

Nike LeBron 21 — more cushion for long practices, durable

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Shooting Sleeve

Nike Elite — keeps the arm warm during games

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Headband

Nike Dri-FIT — gotta keep the sweat out of your eyes

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Basketball

Wilson NBA Official Game Ball — nothing else feels the same


Quick Facts

  • Been watching the NBA since age 6
  • Play for the NOVA Knicks (5th grade basketball)
  • Favorite NBA moment: Ant Edwards dunking on everyone in the 2024 playoffs
  • Biggest hot take: Cooper Flagg will be MVP within 3 years
  • Dream NBA game to attend: Wolves vs. Thunder in the Western Conference Finals

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