Wednesday night "treated" fans to an old-school matchup between the Golden State Warriors and the Houston Rockets. Given the NBA Cup quarterfinal stage, the court painted hellish red exuded a dreadful…
The Hawks picked up a new nickname in their bid for the NBA Cup: Giant slayers. They drew the group of death in Group Play, but they embraced the challenge and kept their sights on reaching Las Vegas…
With the NBA Cup heading to Las Vegas this weekend for its semifinal and championship rounds, we're diving into the noteworthy trends bolstering and hindering some of the teams that have factored…
Four teams have been identified as potential suitors in trade talks for Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler. At this point, the Kings are not one of them, but all four scenarios could affect Sacramento’s…
The Kings have a chance to win their third in a row when they visit the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday at Smoothie King Center, but beating the Pelicans has been a problem for them lately. The Kings…
While Tuesday night's loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder was disappointing on a few fronts for the Dallas Mavericks, including their elimination from the NBA Cup, superstar Luka Doncic crossed the…
For the second time in their last five games, the Golden State Warriors held a lead late in the contest, only to see it quickly evaporate. And star guard Steph Curry, who spoke to the media after the…
The Lakers' hopes of using their Emirates NBA Cup break to reset hit an unexpected snag Wednesday when LeBron James missed practice due to personal reasons. "LeBron is not with the team right now and…
Usually, top-100 player rankings keep us busy during the summer as we all crave hot topics to discuss and debate. However, The Ringer just updated its list, and the Celtics have a new member: Payton…
Each week the Fantable - a round table of Bright Siders - give their takes on the Suns’ latest issues and news. Fantable Questions of the Week Q1 - Devin Booker’s FG percentage and eFG% are his lowest…
On December 11, 2024, NBA insider Shams Charania reported that New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson is unlikely to be cleared to play until at least late January or early February. That’s…
Hey everyone, and welcome to the knockout stages of Lakers Newsletter Cup. The Lakers, of course, won’t be headed to Las Vegas for anything more than a quick bender this December, and to be honest,…
Not all was well following the Golden State Warriors' 91-90 loss to the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center on Wednesday evening. Aside from the poor shooting from both teams, a few sequences…
Forget the $500,000 winners prize, Trae Young might actually be the Mayor of New York.The 26-year-old led the Atalanta Hawks to an NBA Cup quarterfinal victory over the New York Knicks and put…
The Milwaukee Bucks’ opponent in the semifinals of the 2024 NBA Cup is finally known. That’s after the Atlanta Hawks stunned the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday night via a 108…
To say that Jimmy Butler’s NBA career has been a roller coaster might be an understatement.The veteran small forward was drafted by the Chicago Bulls in 2011, making quite the on-court impact with the…
Following Atlanta’s and Houston’s wins in Wednesday’s NBA Cup quarterfinal matchups, the semifinals for the NBA’s second annual in-season tournament have been set, with the Hawks, Bucks, Rockets, and…
The Milwaukee Bucks have a glaring shortage of ball-handlers and playmakers on the roster. That might sound strange for a team led by Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo—two of the league's most…
Jimmy Butler has made a name for himself in the NBA, largely due to his on-court talents and abilities.When he’s healthy and motivated, Butler is one of the best players in the league, seemingly able…
Sun-seekers plotting a family trip this winter or spring break will find plenty of recently opened attractions at Florida’s theme parks.
The New Orleans Pelicans are a perplexing team. They entered the 2024-25 NBA season with legitimate title hopes. After trading for Dejounte Murray in the offseason, they had accumulated a small…
The Dallas Mavericks were eliminated from the NBA Cup on Tuesday night, losing 118-104 to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Because they lost, they needed to wait on Wednesday night's results between the…
The Thunder have had a historic start to the season, letting the league know that they have one of the best, if not the best defense in NBA history. No, this is not propaganda. A bold claim such as…
Trade talk around the Dallas Mavericks has heated up over the last week or two, with one name being rumored of potentially being on the move, and one player being linked to the Mavs.Dallas is…
Then there were four. The 2024 NBA Cup quarterfinals concluded Wednesday, with the Houston Rockets booking the last spot in the final four. With the Los Angeles Lakers, last year's first ever…
The former NBA champion was impressed with Trae Young's continued dominance when facing the Knicks at Madison Square Garden.
The 2024-25 Washington Wizards aren’t bad. They aspire to be bad. What are they? The word “awful” comes to mind, as do some synonyms — terrible, dreadful, ghastly, horrendous...you get the idea.…
The Dallas Mavericks were eliminated from the NBA Cup on Tuesday night, falling 118-104 to the Oklahoma City Thunder. In that loss, Lu Dort held (literally) Luka Doncic to 16 points, but 14 of those…
Trae Young has replaced his infamous celebration on the court of Madison Garden, or at least updated it from his bow during to conclude the Atlanta Hawks’ playoff series against the New York Knicks in…
Activism / StudentNation / December 12, 2024 The construction of a new basketball arena for the 76ers threatens to fill the neighborhood with more traffic and raise rents, according to activists with…
Charles Barkley brought his trademark humour to the 'Inside the NBA' set, swiftly cutting off Kenny Smith's ill-timed mention of Jay-Z during Tuesday's broadcast. The TNT panel was debating whether…
Bad loss, the building was electric, we were facing one of our greatest enemy, the start was promising but after halftime we fall flat on our faces and never hinted at changing the tide. Offense:…
Thanasis Antetokounmpo sustained an Achilles injury during a workout after the Milwaukee Bucks were eliminated in the first round of last season’s playoffs by the Indiana Pacers. Since then, the older…
The Los Angeles Lakers will have a handful of 'untouchable' players when negotiating potential trades ahead of the Feb. 6 deadline.
The Golden State Warriors secured a 114-106 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in a thrilling NBA matchup on Sunday. A standout moment in the game came when Draymond Green drove to the basket for…
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr expressed outrage over a crucial foul call in the final seconds of their 91-90 NBA Cup loss to the Houston Rockets. The contentious decision not only gave…
Jalen Suggs wears his emotions on his sleeve. There is no denying what he is feeling at any given moment.It is what endears him to everyone around him. When things are going well, he smiles from ear…
Jalen Suggs was in low spirits after the Orlando Magic suffered a 114-109 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks during the NBA Cup quarterfinals on Tuesday.
You hate to see it (sarcasm detector). After years of being the beneficiaries of some of the single most egregious calls in officiating history (Kevin Durant six miles out of bounds, anyone?), the…
Forward Kevin Knox II and guard Yuri Collins posted double-doubles, but the Santa Cruz Warriors lost 120-117 to the host Stockton Kings in NBA G League Showcase Cup action to conclude their four-game…
The San Antonio Spurs have a rich history of signing longstanding veterans to help mentor some of their superstar players on their way up in the NBA, the latest being guard Chris Paul. On Sunday…
The Milwaukee Bucks advanced to the semifinals of the 2024 NBA Cup after a thrilling 114-109 win over the Orlando Magic last Tuesday, despite an off-night on the offensive end for Khris Middleton.
CLEVELAND, Ohio — In the high-altitude gyms of Utah State, Sam Merrill carved a reputation as a player who could orchestrate an offense with precision, hit clutch shots, and make it all look…
Let’s play a fun game! I’m going to give you two stat lines, and you tell me which one is Donovan Mitchell. Player A: 27.1 points on a 54 effective field goal percentage, with 36.8% shooting from…
The Golden State Warriors have been looking for a second star to pair with Stephen Curry for months, but the team has to be selective, which is a big reason why no deal has happened yet. Golden State…
Published: 04:24 EST, 12 December 2024 | Updated: 04:28 EST, 12 December 2024 The FBI believe South American gangs may be behind a string of burglaries at the homes of high-profile professional…
Kendrick Nunn has been suspended for one game and fined €5,000 for his disrespectful outburst towards a referee during a match against Partizan, with the appeal against the penalty being rejected. On…
Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat were considered the perfect fit when the superstar forward joined the franchise in 2019.
Scottie Pippen, a 6-time NBA champion, has sparked a conversation in the crypto community regarding which of XRP or Ethereum will lead the 2025 bull run.“Who’s changing the game between ETH and XRP in…
Egypt's squash star Mostafa Asal spoke to us about his on-court personality, the massive success of the new Olympic sport in his home country and how the sport could become even more popular.
Published: 03:42 EST, 12 December 2024 | Updated: 03:42 EST, 12 December 2024 A federal judge in Utah has sentenced rapper NBA Youngboy to just under two years in prison on gun-related charges after…
For the second year in row, the Spurs big man spreads Christmas cheer Another facet of the Sean of Spurs giving took place recently as Victor Wembanyama Julian Champagnie, continued the tradition of…
As part of the new, multi-year agreement, Scientific Games will work with US lotteries to help create custom second-chance promotions and experiential prizes to amplify their NBA-themed scratch games.…
After a promising start to this season, aided by a significantly revamped roster, the Warriors are tumbling back into their two worst tendencies of last season. Turnovers, which are the subject of…
There is no denying the Cleveland Cavaliers are one of the best teams in the league so far in the 2024-25 NBA regular season. Going by just their win-loss record, one can say that the Cavs are the No.…
The Houston Rockets advanced to the NBA Cup semifinals after escaping with a 91-90 victory over the Golden State Warriors in a controversial finish that had Warriors coach Steve Kerr foaming at the…
The local courthouse battle had drawn attention from statewide farm groups for portending the future of regulations around large dairies and other concentrated animal feeding operations, or CAFOs, in…
The final seconds of the Warriors' 91-90 NBA Cup loss to the Houston Rockets on Wednesday were full of controversial decisions. Gary Payton II's frantic pass while flat on his stomach. The odd loose…
After a challenging loss to the Atlanta Hawks that knocked the New York Knicks out of the Emirates NBA Cup, head coach Tom Thibodeau responded to inquiries regarding the officiating and how it managed…
The Houston Rockets' excellent start to the 2024-25 campaign continued as they came from behind to take a 91-90 win over the Golden State Warriors to book their place in the semifinals of the NBA Cup…
Steve Kerr went off for several minutes during his postgame press conference about the officiating at the Warriors' NBA Cup loss to the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night. Crew chief Billy Kennedy…
HOUSTON – For the first 47 minutes and 57 seconds on Wednesday, the Warriors and Houston Rockets found themselves in a throwback mid-90s fight of a basketball game despite the bright-red Toyota Center…
Golden State coach Steve Kerr says a foul call against his team that led to their loss to Houston in the NBA Cup was "unconscionable" and an elementary school referee wouldn't have made it.After…
Golden State coach Steve Kerr said a foul call against his team that led to a loss to Houston on Wednesday night in the NBA Cup was “unconscionable” and that an elementary school referee wouldn’t have…
The Houston Rockets edged Golden State 91-90 for their first win over the Warriors since 2020 and reach the semifinals of the NBA Cup on Dec. 11, as the Atlanta Hawks advanced with a come-from-behind…
Jimmy Butler may be interested in the Phoenix Suns, but there are a few reasons a Jimmy Butler trade to the Valley feels highly unlikely.
On Wednesday night, the Golden Sate Warriors let a golden opportunity slip through their fingers. The Warriors held a six-point lead in the final two minutes of their NBA Cup quarterfinal against the…
Indiana Pacers (10-15, ninth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Philadelphia 76ers (7-15, 12th in the Eastern Conference)Philadelphia; Friday, 7 p.m. EST76ers -5.5; over/under is 224.5BOTTOM LINE: Indiana…
The manner in which the Golden State Warriors lost to the Houston Rockets left head coach Steve Kerr beside himself.
Published: 01:54 EST, 12 December 2024 | Updated: 01:54 EST, 12 December 2024 HOUSTON (AP) - Golden State coach Steve Kerr said a foul call against his team that led to a loss to Houston on Wednesday…
Endi Plaza LLC, based in Monsey, N.Y., said in a bankruptcy filing that its Duluth property was dealing with “substantial increases in operating expenses and certain commercial vacancies” this spring.…
It sure looks like NBA fans are tired of all the attention that Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James is getting. On Wednesday, NBA insider Chris Haynes reported that James is going to the team's G…
“We want more defense, more physicality in the game” — fans have called for it as if the 1990s were the pinnacle of basketball, pundits have called for it, and even Steve Kerr has called for…
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell, who injured his left knee in Sunday’s loss at Tampa Bay, went through a walkthrough practice Wednesday and hopes to play against Atlanta.Las…
Mar 20, 2022; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr encourages his players during the fourth quarter against the San Antonio Spurs at Chase Center. Mandatory…
A questionable call late in Wednesday's Houston Rockets-Golden State Warriors game helped decide which team advanced to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las
Getty Images The Houston Rockets had lost 15 consecutive games against the Golden State Warriors entering Wednesday, and trailing by seven with under four minutes to go, it looked as if that streak…
The Houston Rockets edged Golden State 91-90 for their first win over the Warriors since 2020, as they reach the semi-finals of the NBA Cup.Alperen Sengun scored 26 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to…
The Houston Rockets defeated the Golden State Warriors 91-90 in a thrilling Wednesday night matchup that came down to a pair of free throws off of a controversial foul call. The victory officially…
Alperen Sengun scored 26 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to lead the Rockets and teammate Jalen Green's 12 points included the game-winning free-throws with 3.5 seconds remaining as Houston ended a run…
The Golden State Warriors' 15-game winning streak against the Houston Rockets came to an end, and in probably the worst possible manner as well. Leading by one with only four seconds to go in the…
The NBA Cup quarterfinals came to a very dramatic end on Wednesday night as the last of the four games wrapped up between the Golden State Warriors and the Houston Rockets. The Rockets ended the game…
In the Emirates NBA Cup, the Atlanta Hawks have proven to be “giant killers” to a certain extent, knocking off Boston and Cleveland to win their group and advance to the quarterfinals. On Wednesday,…
The Golden State Warriors lost their first game to the Houston Rockets since February 2020 tonight, as the Rockets walked out with a 91-90 win at home against the Warriors in the NBA Cup quarterfinal.…
Jalen Green sank two free throws with 3.5 seconds left to help the Houston Rockets pull out a 91-90 victory over the visiting Golden State Warriors on Wednesday in an NBA Cup quarterfinal.The Rockets…
The Golden State Warriors will be playing in their first NBA Cup quarterfinal on Wednesday, having been eliminated in the group stage of last year's inaugural tournament.The Warriors will battle the…
The second iteration of the NBA’s in-season tournament, now called the NBA Cup, is officially down to four teams. After two days of elimination games, the Milwaukee Bucks, Oklahoma City Thunder,…
HOUSTON (AP) — Jalen Green made two free throws with 3.5 seconds left and the Houston Rockets beat the Golden State Warriors 91-90 on Wednesday night to advance to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las…
The Warriors’ shot at the NBA Cup got decided at the foul line, not on the court.With 3.5 seconds left in a one-point game, Jonathan Kuminga got called for a loose-ball foul 80 feet from his basket.…
Published: 00:35 EST, 12 December 2024 | Updated: 00:35 EST, 12 December 2024 HOUSTON (AP) - Jalen Green made two free throws with 3.5 seconds left and the Houston Rockets beat the Golden State…
Truly, and I mean this extremely positively: best moment of Jalen Green's career by far, and it came on a hustle play where he got into the mud and won a loose ball. Wild foul call but he deserves a…
Steve Kerr was incredulous over a crucial call in the closing seconds of the Golden State Warriors' NBA Cup quarterfinal loss at the hands of the Houston Rockets. It was a loose ball foul that gave…
Dyson Daniels has led his Atlanta Hawks to the NBA Cup Semi Finals after a 108-100 win over the New York Knicks. Dyson Daniels is headed to the NBA Cup semi-finals in Las Vegas after helping the…
BOX SCORE The Warriors came into Houston on Wednesday having beaten the Rockets 15 consecutive times, with the last loss coming on Feb. 20, 2020. Home or away, Golden State wore the boss belt. No…
Is Nuggets basketball back?
“We felt that he has made the right play 80% of the time, which is great,” Finch said. “That switch, I think started to happen mid to late last year, knowing that in the playoffs it was coming. He did…
For at least this round of the rivalry between Trae Young and New York Knicks fans, the Atlanta Hawks guard got the last laugh. The Hawks went on the road Wednesday night and defeated the Knicks 108…
The Golden State Warriors had their most meaningful game of the NBA season on Wednesday night, traveling to take on the hot Houston Rockets in the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup. The Dubs had fared well…
As aghast as Steve Kerr was last week when the referees didn’t see Christian Braun try to call a timeout he didn’t have in the waning moments of last week’s loss in Denver, it didn’t compare to his…
NEW YORK -- As the final seconds melted away, Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young knelt down on the Knicks' half-court logo at Madison Square Garden -- where he has inflicted so much pain and received so…
The LA Clippers have acquired James Harden, PJ Tucker in a trade with the Philadelphia 76ers that sends Marcus Morris, Robert Covington, Nicolas Batum, KJ Martin and draft compensation to Philly. Skip…
The NBA Cup’s second season of existence has brought competitiveness and meaningful action across the league. The Oklahoma City Thunder put together a 3-1 record in the Group Stage to advance as one…
The Warriors blew another late lead, ending their dreams of winning the NBA Cup. Golden State coughed up a six-point lead in the final 2:43 and lost 91-90 to the Houston Rockets in the NBA Cup…
Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders was in New York for the Knicks' NBA matchup against the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night. Sanders, the son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, got a…
The Jimmy Butler era was a roaring success for the Miami Heat. In five seasons, the Heat made two NBA Finals, three Eastern Conference Finals and went to the postseason each year Butler has been on…
The Clippers‘ wish to see Kawhi Leonard back on the court might come true by Christmas, writes Dave McMenamin of ESPN. Leonard, who has been dealing with inflammation in his right knee that dates back…
LOS ANGELES – Coming into last Sunday’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers, the Lakers were down two starters in LeBron James and Austin Reaves due to injury. It’s been a recurring theme for them…
The New York Knicks have a Trae Young problem. The Atlanta Hawks' superstar keeps cooking them, and he even rolled dice on the Knicks' logo at half-court of Madison Square Garden on Wednesday…
NEW YORK - The last time the Hawks beat the Knicks in a big game, guard Trae Young took a bow. On Wednesday night, after the Hawks downed the Knicks 108-100 to advance to the semifinals of the NBA Cup…
Joel Embiid's fitness has been a constant worry for the Philadelphia 76ers this season. The former league MVP has played just five times so far as the Sixers have made a 7-15 start. Things seem to be…
NEW YORK — Trae Young had 22 points and 11 assists, De'Andre Hunter and Jalen Johnson outplayed the Knicks frontcourt and the Atlanta Hawks took their surprising NBA Cup run all the way to the…
Rockets fans excited for Emirates NBA CupHouston Rockets fans showed up at the Toyota Center to support the team in their push for the Emirates NBA Cup.
After a poor start to the season, the Miami Heat have shown a ton of improvement lately. They are on a three-game win streak right now with their wins coming against high-profile opposition like the…
A Houston, Texas, restaurant owned by Los Angeles Clippers star and former Houston Rocket James Harden has been named in a wrongful death lawsuit filed earlier this week.Cassaundra Jackson, the mother…
Trae Young's storied history with the New York Knicks opened a new chapter on Dec. 11, as the Atlanta Hawks' star led his team to another victory on the Madison Square Garden floor. Young finished the…
The Atlanta Hawks knocked the New York Knicks out of the NBA Cup in a 108–100 quarterfinal victory on Wednesday, and the Hawks' Trae Young celebrated his impending trip to Vegas with a fitting…
In recent days, ESPN's Shams Charania has made multiple reports indicating that Miami Heat guard Jimmy Butler has a list of teams he would be open to being traded to if the Heat were to consider…
On Wednesday evening the Houston Rockets hosted the Golden State Warriors in an final NBA Cup quarterfinal game. It was also the ugliest as both teams built brick houses from the floor in the first…
Trae Young created an instant meme on Wednesday as he celebrated the Atlanta Hawks' NBA Cup win over the New York Knicks with a Vegas-themed dice roll at center court as time expired.The 108-100 win…
Jalen Brunson was honest about Trae Young's halfcourt trolling after the New York Knicks' loss to the Atlanta Hawks.
The Atlanta Hawks did it again. After statement wins over the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers (twice), the Hawks have now taken down the New York Knicks (also twice), this time in Madison…
The Golden State Warriors were set to matchup against the Houston Rockets in the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup on Wednesday, and Warriors head coach Steve Kerr was very honest about his opinion of the…
It may have taken a few years for Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks to face the New York Knicks in a game with some high stakes surrounding it, but on Wednesday night, the time finally came for Young…
Published: 23:04 EST, 11 December 2024 | Updated: 23:04 EST, 11 December 2024 NEW YORK (AP) - Trae Young was dribbling out the clock Wednesday night when he leaned down toward New York's center-court…
LeBron James was absent for personal reasons Wednesday as the Lakers held their first full practice during a break in the schedule, writes Khobi Price of The Orange County Register. After missing his…
After a tough loss which eliminated the New York Knicks from the Emirates NBA Cup, head coach Tom Thibodeau was asked about how the referees managed the physical play in an all-important game.New York…
LeBron James was excused from the Los Angeles Lakers' practice on Wednesday for personal reasons, coach JJ Redick said.James sat out of the Lakers' victory over Portland on Sunday because of left foot…
Trae Young scored 12 of his 22 points during a decisive third-quarter run as the Atlanta Hawks overcame a double-digit deficit to beat the host New York Knicks 108-100 in an NBA Cup quarterfinal on…
When NBA fans discuss the greatest point guards of all time, Chris Paul comes up on the list. That's what makes the future Hall-of-Famer's inevitable retirement bittersweet as he spends the twilight…
Depending on who you believe, Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler may or may not be leaving South Beach via trade. First, NBA insider Shams Charania has reported that the team is open to offers from other…
The Lakers' hopes of using their Emirates NBA Cup break to reset hit an unexpected snag Wednesday when LeBron James missed practice due to personal reasons. "LeBron is not with the team right now and…
May 25, 2022; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) brings the ball up court during the fourth quarter of game five of the 2022 eastern conference finals against the Boston Celtics…
Jul 2, 2024; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers second round draft pick Bronny James at a press conference at the UCLA Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young pulled a disrespectful move on the New York Knicks logo during his team's NBA Cup win over the Knicks.
May 14, 2018; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta looks on during the second quarter in game one of the Western conference finals of the 2018 NBA Playoffs against the Golden State…
Dyson Daniels, take a bow at center court.Jalen Brunson is the engine of the best offense in the NBA, but Daniels drew the assignment and smothered Brunson for much of Wednesday night, forcing a 5-of…
Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images The New York Knicks’ dreams of winning the Emirates NBA Cup are over, as they fell to Trae Young (22 points, 11 assists) to the Atl
The Sacramento Kings are 11-13 and 12th in the Western Conference. If they want to make a deep playoff run this year, they are going to need to make a trade. But what should they trade for? A "Keegan…
It's been five years since their upset playoff series loss but it appears the New York Knicks still can't find a way to figure out Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks. New York was eliminated and stunned…
PROVO, Utah— There is a flare of pro basketball courtside as Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy and owner Ryan Smith are on hand to see BYU take on Fresno State. BYU (6-2) is hosting the Mountain West’s…
The Oklahoma City Thunder are headed to Las Vegas after a commanding 118-104 win over the Dallas Mavericks, bringing them one step closer to claiming the NBA Cup. The Thunder continue to impress,…
After more than 12 years, Chicago Bulls legend and NBA Hall of Fame great Michael Jordan’s Highland Park mansion has sold for $9.5 million. The mansion, 2700 Point Ln, sits on over 7 acres and first…
Trae Young had 22 points and 11 assists, De'Andre Hunter and Jalen Johnson outplayed the Knicks frontcourt and the Atlanta Hawks took their surprising NBA Cup run all the way to the semifinals in Las…
Trae Young fittingly celebrated the Atlanta Hawks' 108-100 win over the New York Knicks to advance to Las Vegas as one of the last four teams standing in the NBA Cup.As the clock dwindled to zero,…
Dyson Daniels is headed to the NBA Cup semi-finals in Las Vegas after helping the Atlanta Hawks to extend their surprising run with a 108-100 win over the New York Knicks.The young Australian star…
Despite a down first half, the Atlanta Hawks eliminated the New York Knicks from the NBA Cup, much to the dismay of the Madison Square Garden crowd. Trae Young embraced his role as the Empire State's…
Wednesday night marked the second night of the NBA Cup quarterfinals, but it also marked the renewal of the intense rivalry between Trae Young and the New York Knicks. Young's Atlanta Hawks are…
Earlier this season, LeBron James and Bronny James made history when they suited up together for the Los Angeles Lakers. They became the first father and son duo to play on the same team together in…
Claim: A 5-year-old boy once approached former NBA star Shaquille O'Neal at a Los Angeles diner to tell him about his father abusing his mother. A rumor circulating online claimed that a 5-year-old…
Tonight at Madison Square Garden, the New York Knicks (15-10) hosted the Atlanta Hawks (14-12) in Quarterfinal of the NBA Emirates Cup. Felt like a playoff game. The first half saw both the Hawks and…
The Atlanta Hawks are off to Las Vegas and Australian defensive dynamo Dyson Daniels is a big reason why.Average of 9 LIVE Regular Season games per week plus the best of the NBA Playoffs, including…
Miles Bridges is getting closer to making his return as the Hornets start to overcome their early-season injury issues, writes Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer. Bridges, who hasn’t played…
Dec 11, 2024, 09:53 PM ETNEW YORK -- Trae Young had 22 points and 11 assists, De'Andre Hunter and Jalen Johnson outplayed the Knicks frontcourt and the Atlanta Hawks took their surprising NBA Cup run…
The stories of Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant's work ethic are legendary. His game was intimidating the opposition in a variety of ways. According to NBA great Tracy McGrady, Bryant also gained an edge by…
CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Windy City Bulls are off to 4-8 start this season—as the players on the Chicago Bulls' developmental G-League team work toward what they hope will be a shot at the NBA.As it is,…
Published: 21:44 EST, 11 December 2024 | Updated: 21:44 EST, 11 December 2024 NEW YORK (AP) - Trae Young had 22 points and 11 assists, De'Andre Hunter and Jalen Johnson outplayed the Knicks frontcourt…
After nearly 13 years on the market, retired Chicago Bulls great Michael Jordan’s massive Highland Park mansion has finally sold for $9.5 million, significantly below its last asking price of $14.855…
The Atlanta Hawks were in New York on Wednesday evening to take on the Knicks in the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup. Both teams have seen each other earlier this season, with the Hawks taking the…
On Wednesday, the Atlanta Hawks went into Madison Square Garden and upset the New York Knicks in the quarterfinal round of the Emirates NBA Cup, 108-100.Rather than doing it through a huge performance…
Victor Wembanyama, a fluid 7’4 “ athlete, is scoring almost the same percentage of his points from beyond the arc as from the paint. When the outside shot is falling, the cries for him to go inside…
The New York Knicks advanced to the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup against the Atlanta Hawks, and Karl-Anthony Towns was trying his hardest to help them advance to the semifinals with an NBA history…
Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports An NBA superstar’s agent is criticizing a top NBA insider over trade rumors about his client. ESPN’s Shams Charania repo
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The Knicks were eliminated from the NBA Cup as they were defeated by the Atlanta Hawks in their Quarterfinals matchup on Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden.
The Los Angeles Lakers have had a shaky start to the season. After starting off the campaign 10-4, the Lakers dropped seven of their last ten games. They now sit with a 13-11 record and have a contest…
Joel Embiid was part of the post-practice mix Wednesday. Along with co-stars Tyrese Maxey and Paul George and backup big man Andre Drummond, Embiid played some spirited 1-on-1 games. He scored often,…
Chris Paul's playing days in the NBA are numbered. In his 20th season, the veteran point guard who recently moved into second place on the all-time assist leaders list signed a one-year deal to join…
FRISCO, TX – The NBA G League announced today that Texas Legends guard Brandon Williams has been named NBA G League Player of the Week for games played December 3 through December 9. Williams led the…
FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) - More than a hundred children recovering from past abuse were full of Christmas spirit on Wednesday, Dec. 11, thanks to the owner of the Detroit Pistons and Flint native Tom Gores…
The Golden State Warriors have lost six of their last eight games, splitting their last two contests in tilts against the Minnesota Timberwolves. But would you believe that they still have the best…
With two months to go before the NBA’s Feb. 6 trade deadline, the Jimmy Butler situation continues to evolve. Just hours after Butler on Wednesday afternoon casually brushed off the report of the Heat…
The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Orlando Magic 114-109 last night. They will advance to the semifinals in Las Vegas to await the winner between the Knicks or
The Buffalo Bills decided to expand their investor pool on Tuesday, as they added 10 non-controlling minority owners to their ownership group. Two of their new owners have even already solidified…
Madison Square Garden prepared their jeers and boos for Atlanta Hawks Trae Young, with the New York Knicks locked in for Wednesday's NBA Cup matchup. Despite the Hawks keeping it close, the Knicks'…
The Phoenix Suns are rumored to have interest in trading for Jimmy Butler by Shams Charania. Butler’s agent Bernie Lee denied those reports on social media, but when there is smoke. Butler is in the…
With NBA trade season approaching, one name that could be available via trade is Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler. While ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania reported that Butler is a prime trade candidate…
While ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania is a top basketball journalist, he doesn't seem to be popular within the Miami Heat organization. Team owner Micky Arison got in on the action Wednesday night…
The Atlanta Hawks are currently one of the most confusing teams in the NBA. First, they gave the lowly Washington Wizards two of their three wins, while they defeated the Eastern Conference's top…
The NBA trade deadline isn't until Feb. 6, but talks regarding Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler are heating up, or are they? On Tuesday, ESPN's Shams Charania first reported that the Miami Heat are open…
247Sports Embed Resource Gideon Davidson is not sure when it clicked for him, when the Clemson signee and Lynchburg (Va.) Liberty Christian running back knew football could be his path. The No. 3…
Phoenix is a potential destination that interests Jimmy Butler as trade rumors continue to swirl around the Heat star, according to Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). However, while Charania’s…
The way Nikola Jokic has started the 2024-25 season for the Nuggets should lead people to assume he’s a virtual lock to win the league’s MVP award. His play has been head and shoulders above his…
The Miami Heat have remained quiet on the Jimmy Butler trade speculation. After Tuesday's practice, coach Erik Spoelstra brushed it aside. Butler did the same this earlier this week. Still, that…
By Greg Cote Miami Herald (TNS)MIAMI — The Miami Heat in its Jimmy Butler era has been consistently good enough to tease and tantalize but not good enough to turn the hope into celebration. So it is…
The debate surrounding Bronny James's NBA readiness intensified on Wednesday when Wrightway Sports Network's Matt Shovelson blasted the Lakers rookie. Pulling no punches, Shovelson declared that…
Published: 20:50 EST, 11 December 2024 | Updated: 20:57 EST, 11 December 2024 Shaquille O'Neal's response to the joke about Jay-Z on Tuesday's 'Inside the NBA' was TNT was nothing more than 'banter'…
Andrew Wiggins won't play in the Warriors' NBA Cup quarterfinal game against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night at Toyota Center. The Warriors' wing was listed as questionable all day and warmed…
Jimmy Butler's name is trending in trade rumors and the six-time NBA All-Star is just with it.As the Miami Heat consider trading Butler, he reportedly has four destinations in mind, according to ESPN.…
Malik Monk and the Kings are seeking revenge against the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday night at Smoothie King Center. New Orleans, of course, went 6-0 against Sacramento during the 2023-24 NBA…
Ram Prasad Shrestha, a judicial council member representing the Nepal Bar Association (NBA), retired on November 30. The same day, the council’s administration wrote to the umbrella body to recommend…
Will Black figured his future was in ice hockey. Football was for fun. Instead, the Canadian who turned into a blue chip offensive tackle recruit at Wallingford (Conn.) Choate Rosemary Hall is an All…
Miami Heat star shooting guard Jimmy Butler addressed the trade rumors that have been swirling around him on Wednesday, noting that he doesn't mind the attention that comes from the speculation. "I…
Although oddsmakers see the Golden State Warriors as the underdog against the Houston Rockets in Wednesday's NBA Cup contest, history suggests the Stephen Curry-led team is the alpha of the matchup.…
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The Washington Wizards have the NBA’s worst record right now at 3-19, and it may be time for them to sell off one or more of their key players and start fresh.A few of their key players could have…
Despite winning 11 out of 12 games heading into their quarterfinal matchup versus the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Dallas Mavericks lost 118-104 on Tuesday night, eliminating the Mavericks from the…
Scoot Henderson has been the most polarizing player on the Portland Trail Blazers roster for the past two seasons. Henderson has been wildly inconsistent, which is to be expected of someone who is…
The Phoenix Suns have been plagued by injury so far this season with Kevin Durant missing substantial time, Bradley Beal in and out of the lineup
According to Shams Charania, Jimmy Butler's agent is telling him that the multiple time all-star would be open to being traded to the Phoenix Suns. Our own
We have entered trade season in the NBA, although it is unclear just how active the Phoenix Suns are going to be between now and early April. After their up-and-down season to this point they would…
The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the 2024-25 All Star candidacy of Zach LaVine.
Heat forward and six-time NBA All-Star Jimmy Butler is open to playing for the Phoenix Suns if Miami elects to trade him, ESPN insider Shams Charania reported on Wednesday. Charania said Butler’s…
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Every young NBA player that spends time in the G League is eventually asked some form of this question: “How did you deal with being sent down to the G League?”The operative word here is “down.”…
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All-Star forward Scottie Barnes has suffered an ankle injury, which will sideline for multiple weeks, adding to Toronto's injury woes this season. Barnes, who has played just 14 games this year, has…
PHOENIX -- Phoenix Suns G Bradley Beal has been a welcome presence in the Valley over the last year-plus - but could be on the move, especially considering the potential for a Jimmy Butler trade.While…
The Los Angeles Lakers have played just 24 games this NBA season, yet fans are already discussing trade moves. It's not uncommon for a team with LeBron James on it, as seemingly prior to every trade…
ASU law student holds NBA Trade Deadline competitionA mock NBA Trade Deadline competition started by an ASU law student has grown to 250 students as they navigate the real NBA CBA guidelines to…
OKLAHOMA CITY — Alex Caruso watched from the Thunder bench a few games back, and while the opponent has escaped his memory, the defensive sequence was seared into his brain.Cason Wallace guarded the…
Brooklyn Nets forward Ziaire Williams has been sidelined for the team's last three games due to a left knee sprain. The 24-year-old has been working through a rehab process but does not have a…
Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler has found his name in trade rumors across the last few days and on Wednesday, Shams Charania reported that the Phoenix Suns are a team he'd be interested in joining,…
Louisiana rapper NBA Youngboy receives a 23-month prison sentence after pleading guilty to gun possession as a convicted felon. Details of his plea deal and future expectations outlined by the judge.
After an impressive and unexpected start to the 2024-25 NBA season, the Golden State Warriors have hit a bit of a rough patch, as Stephen Curry and company have lost six of their last 10 games, which…
The Rockets, Mavericks and Warriors are the teams most often linked to a potential Jimmy Butler trade, but none of them are considered certain to make a strong bid to acquire the Heat star, Marc Stein…
The Phoenix Suns are among the teams that Jimmy Butler's agent has indicated in NBA circles that the six-time NBA All-Star is open to as a destination as the Miami Heat listen to trade offers, league…
Kyrie Irving is recognized as one of the greatest dribblers in the NBA today. He has an incredibly tight handle, and he makes it appear as if he has the ball on a string at times.At one point during…
This season has featured the Lakers being more on the road than at home. L.A. has played 11 games at home compared to 13 on the road. Only the Dallas Mavericks have played more road games in the…
The NBA trade deadline is still a few months away, but Jimmy Butler's situation with the Miami Heat is unfolding much faster. ESPN's Shams Charania broke the news on Tuesday that the Heat will listen…
Beginning December 15, a total of 85 NBA players who signed as free agents during the offseason will become eligible trade candidates.As we approach nearly two months into the 2024-25 NBA season,…
By the end of practice Wednesday, Jamal Murray was in sweats and a long-sleeve 2023 NBA champions T-shirt, working on his 3-pointer in a corner of the gym. Six days after aggravating his hamstring in…
“I thought it was fake for a minute. I thought somebody kept rewinding it or something,” DeMar DeRozan said of Mike Brown’s viral “possession after possession” postgame comments. Following Sunday’s…
As the NBA season heats up, so are various trade rumors around some of the league's biggest stars. Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler has been at the top of that list, with numerous teams linked to the…
The workaholic culture in America may not be as bad as it once was, but even though we know more about the positive effects of rest and relaxation on the human body than ever before, there are still…
The Quesr for the Cup continues at the ungodly early hour of 7 pm. Knicks off to a faster start than the blog I told you: we are still gelling. KAT lose too much jumpballs: overrated. Also he get…
Tina Nguyen reports on the Chicago Bulls' chances to get healthier during a light week on the hardwood. Chicago Area News Now Playing Why the Chicago Bulls will focus on recharging this week
Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James, son of superstar LeBron James, will make his G League road debut on Thursday against the Valley Suns, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported on Wednesday. James started…
The Phoenix Suns are among the teams that Jimmy Butler's agent has indicated in NBA circles that the six-time NBA All-Star is open to as a destination as the Miami Heat listen to trade offers, league…
The Jimmy Butler trade saga is playing out much quicker than most anticipated.Just one day after the initial report that the Miami Heat were listening to offers on the six-time All-Star, a fourth team…
PHOENIX -- The Phoenix Suns could be in the market to make another league-changing move in the near future.Shams Charania of ESPN reported a short time ago that Miami Heat star forward Jimmy Butler…
Over the past week or so, more intel has emerged about the Utah Jazz's plans around the trade deadline. Their commitment to the tank would make anyone guess that they will be sellers at the deadline,…
While the Timberwolves were likely annoyed by blowing a winnable game Sunday in San Francisco, Mike Conley noted that post-loss feeling was far different than the ones they experienced before their…
The Phoenix Suns are an attractive trade destination. We know this. Kevin Durant forced his way here. As did Chris Paul. Bradley Beal? Yeah. He did too. Players want to be in Phoenix playing alongside…
According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Miami Heat are listening to offers for star Jimmy Butler.At 35, Butler’s prime is behind him, but he’s still a model of efficiency. Despite averaging his fewest…
Coming off a 114-106 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Golden State Warriors are now set for their NBA Cup quarterfinal matchup on Wednesday night against the Hous
This season, Chris Paul has been one of the biggest positives for the San Antonio Spurs. When the team acquired him in the offseason, there was plenty of skepticism about how much he would…
The Toronto Raptors announced Wednesday they have signed guard AJ Lawson to a two-way contract. Per team policy, financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Lawson, 6-foot-6, 185 pounds, averaged…
After missing nearly a month of action, Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams is set to resume play in the coming days. Williams originally sat out Chicago's November 20th affair against the…
May 13, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Max Strus (1) reacts after making a three-point basket against the Boston Celtics in the second quarter of game four of the second round…
Dec 7, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Payton Pritchard (11) reacts during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn…
The basketball world cannot afford to see LeBron James go out sad, and that’s exactly what will happen if he doesn’t work a trade away from the Los Angeles Lakers. On Wednesday afternoon, Lakers head…
It's no secret that the Chicago Bulls are looking to turn the page after a string of disappointing seasons.After years of mediocrity, the Bulls are finally looking to offload several players on their…
The Sacramento Kings have built their franchise around the star duo of De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis, but one first-round exit and one play-in tournament exit in the last two years suggests their…
BOSTON — Jaylen Brown found himself in a unique situation last Saturday night against the Grizzlies. The No. 2 option for Boston’s offense just attempted 14 shots, his third lowest total on the season…
Since we ran a piece on Blazer’s Edge Night 2024-25 today, talking all about kids getting to go to their very first Portland Trail Blazers game, let’s open up a parallel discussion question and learn…
Anthony Edwards sunk the Timberwolves with poor shot selection and general decision-making in the final five minutes of Sunday night's loss to the Warriors, but head coach Chris Finch is pleased with…
The Brooklyn Nets did not just get to practice on Wednesday morning, but in the middle of a week with just one game, they actually got up and down at HSS Training Center, though a foggy sky in New…
On Tuesday night, the Dallas Mavericks' NBA Cup run ended at the Paycom Center as they were defeated by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first Knockout Round by a score of 118-104.Oklahoma City's…
The Atlanta Hawks will face the New York Knicks in this NBA Cup quarterfinal matchup at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, December 11th.WATCH: Hawks vs Knicks Live | Stream free on FuboThe Hawks…
Do the Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors have a rivalry? It depends on who you ask. Talk to a Warriors fan and you might get a snarky response. No. For a rivalry to exist, both sides have to…
The OKC Thunder must consider trading for a particular New Orleans Pelicans player following recent reports.
With the Los Angeles Lakers not advancing in the knockout round of the NBA Cup, they've been able to get extra rest, just like a lot of other teams. During their downtime, the Lakers were paid a visit…
Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault commended his team’s ongoing commitment to defense in the NBA Cup quarter-final win against the Dallas Mavericks. While reporters peppered Daigneault…
Revenge wasn’t on Jalen Smith‘s mind when he faced the Pacers Friday night for the first time since leaving them over the summer to sign with the Bulls, writes Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star.…
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The 2024-25 NBA Trade Season is about to open in earnest as the December 15th release of newly-signed free agents into the trade market approaches. Between mid-December and February 6th, trade rumors…
Bronny James' rookie season has gone about as expected in Los Angeles. Given that he is a developmental player and was taken late in the second round by the Lakers, his first year in the NBA has…
CBS News Philadelphia Live Philadelphia City Council has called a recess until Thursday morning for a potential vote on the 76ers' proposed arena in Center City. It marks the second time City Council…
The Dallas Mavericks are currently in a championship window, with the team going all in on the superstar duo of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, meaning the franchise is likely more willing to make bold…
Dec 11, 2024, 05:43 PM ETLos Angeles Lakers rookie guard Bronny James will travel with the South Bay Lakers to make his road G League debut Thursday against the Valley Suns in Tempe, Arizona, sources…
Charlotte Hornets’ LaMelo Ball (1) laughs with head coach Charles Lee after Charlotte’s practice at the Michael W. Krzyzewski Center at Duke University in Durham, N.C., Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024. Ethan…
Jimmy Butler has rejuvenated his NBA career since joining the Miami Heat ahead of the 2019-20 season. He has also helped the Heat re-open their championship window for the first time since the break…
The New York Knicks finally got what they wanted over the offseason — a trade for Karl-Anthony Towns. The team reportedly tried to get Towns on draft night, but the deal didn't happen until four…
BOSTON, Massachusetts (WABI) - Two brothers from Eliot were honored by the Boston Celtics on Friday.Before the Celtics went up against the Bucks, they honored Wyatt and Colin Yager as part of the…
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The Celtics are coming off four days of rest but enter Thursday’s game against the Pistons with a crowded injury report. The team listed four players dealing with ailments heading into the matchup…
After winning three of the last four NBA MVPs and finishing second in voting the lone year he didn't win, Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic is somehow putting up the best statistical season of his…
The New Orleans Pelicans have major decisions to make regarding the future of their franchise. At 5-20, this season is already lost, but a resolution on Brandon Ingram's contract must take place…
This website is now going strong in its 18th year covering the Portland Trail Blazers. It shows no signs of stopping either. We’ve long since given up counting the generations of Blazers fans who have…
Colby Covington completely ripped into UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones, as well as NBA legend LeBron James, during a no-holds-barred rant to the media, just days before his return to the Octagon…
The Golden State Warriors begin their pursuit for the NBA Cup with Wednesday night’s quarterfinals matchup against the Houston Rockets. The game will be played at 6:30PM PT in Houston and can be…
One of the longest-standing conversations/debates around professional sports is whether one athlete could transition to another sport and actually be good. I’ve thought about this a lot watching the…
Buddy Hield was back to his best on Sunday against the Minnesota Timberwolves, scoring 19 of his 27 points in the second-half to prove a pivotal factor in his team's 114-106 victory at Chase Center.It…
The Raptors seem to be steering their 2024-25 campaign back on the right track, having secured two straight victories at home against the Miami Heat and Indiana Pacers on December 1st and 3rd,…
PHOENIX -- The Phoenix Suns' G League affiliate Valley Suns will welcome the South Bay Lakers and Bronny James to Mullett Arena on Thursday, according to ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania. "Lakers'…
Bronny James is going on the road. The Los Angeles Lakers have reversed course on a previous decision and James will now play in G League road games. ESPN's Shams Charania reported the change on…
NBA fans haven’t heard a whole lot from Dallas Mavericks legend and NBA champion Dirk Nowitzki since he retired after the 2018-19 season, but in the brief glimpses fans have gotten of him, he appears…
Go to Phoenix on Monday, play Tuesday. Fly to San Antonio late Tuesday and play the next day. Back to Los Angeles late on Thanksgiving eve, off for the holiday and then play the Thunder on Friday. Fly…
When the Los Angeles Lakers drafted Bronny James, the oldest son of LeBron James, in the second round in 2024, the organization put a plan in place to help the 20-year-old develop his game. As is the…
During the first couple of months of the 2024-25 NBA regular season, the league has come under fire for the product being shown on the basketball floor, as it seems fans have finally grown tired of…
The Phoenix Suns have lost three straight and ten of their last 14 to fall to tenth in the Western Conference. They have just one win in ten games without Kevin Durant. Luckily, the future Hall of…
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James' son, Bronny James, received rookie treatment from his dad and All-Star Anthony Davis, and now he's heading on the road with the G League's South Bay Lakers.…
This is not the style of NBA basketball that Zach LaVine grew up watching.Heck, it’s not even the style he was playing in the NBA last season.The Bulls guard is putting up 7.7 three-point attempts per…
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The NBA season doesn’t truly begin until a superstar starts to pop up in rampant trade rumors after their team gets off to an uninspiring start, and this is exactly what has happened with Jimmy Butler…
Madison Square Garden vs. Atlanta Hawks Trae Young is one aspect that magnifies the NBA Cup matchup between the Eastern Conference teams. The rivalry stems from a 2021 NBA postseason series. In the…
New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson is out indefinitely with a hamstring strain. The Pelicans have struggled without him, opening the season with a 5-20 record. With the season already out of…
Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler has been the center of a few trade talks this week, but he doesn't seem to mind.A report from ESPN's Shams Charania circulated on Tuesday stating that the Heat wo
Nick Nurse has shuffled through starters while waiting for Joel Embiid and Paul George to get healthy, and it sounds like more changes could be on the way in
Tilman Fertitta, the billionaire owner of the Houston Rockets, Landry’s Inc. and a plethora of significant real estate, is expected to be President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for U.S. ambassador to…
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. -- The Los Angeles Lakers congregated as a team Wednesday for the first time since Sunday's win over the Portland Trail Blazers, only an important figure was missing from the group:…
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Max Strus will reportedly make his season debut Friday against the Washington Wizards according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Strus has not appeared in a regular season game…
Tilman Fertitta, the Houston-based restaurateur and owner of the NBA Houston Rockets team, could serve in Donald Trump’s administration once he’s sworn in again as president. CBS News reports that…
After failing to acquire Dan Hurley and Klay Thompson, the Los Angeles Lakers enter the 2024/25 with the same core plus the addition of Bronny James and Dalton Knecht. Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, Ric…
The Buffalo Bills announced on Wednesday the addition of 10 limited partners to their ownership group, marking the first time in the franchise’s history that it has included secondary shareholders.…
Published: 16:38 EST, 11 December 2024 | Updated: 16:44 EST, 11 December 2024 A Houston restaurant owned by NBA star James Harden is accused of plying a diner with alcohol before he killed seven…
The NBA's elimination rounds for its in-season tournament have started, with the last quarterfinal games scheduled for Wednesday night. Last night, the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Dallas Mavericks,…
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The Emirates NBA Cup returns to Las Vegas for the semifinals this Saturday and the championship game on Tuesday, Dec. 17.The Oklahoma City Thunder and Milwaukee Bucks already…
The New Orleans Pelicans have struggled mightily to open up the 2024-25 NBA season and recently got yet another injury blow when it was revealed that Brandon Ingram will miss extensive time with an…
Soon after the 2023-24 Milwaukee Bucks' playoff run came to its disappointing end, Thanasis Antetokounmpo received terrible news. The brother of Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo suffered what was…
Nearly 85 NBA players will become trade-eligible in less than a week. For contending teams like the Cleveland Cavaliers, this sudden rush of eligible players makes it easier to wheel and deal. It also…
At 10-15, the Indiana Pacers are in a dark spot, especially when compared to their success from last season. The Pacers have been ravaged by injuries and are expected to make a move before the NBA…
It isn't hard to get NBA players excited and motivated to play in an in-season tournament over the last few years. The motivation from them would be the same motivation for thousands of players around…
The Magic were eliminated from the NBA Cup on Tuesday with a 114-109 loss to the Bucks in Milwaukee. But head coach Jamahl Mosley was extremely pleased with the way his team competed despite being…
At this point, it goes without saying that Victor Wembanyama is the best defender in the NBA. At only 20 years old, he has led the league in blocks in both of his seasons and is the runaway favorite…
The Indiana Pacers got bitten early and hard by the injury bug this season. James Wiseman and Isaiah Jackson were ruled out for the season after tearing their Achilles, Ben Sheppard has missed time…
I almost fell off my stool at the coffee shop this morning when I saw an article suggesting that the Boston Celtics would benefit from trading Derrick White. We’ve reached an era where it’s not…
When the stakes are raised, as they will be when the Warriors face the Rockets on Wednesday night in Houston, veterans tend to dictate the outcome. Particularly when those vets touch the ball on…
BOSTON — Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown is coming off the best basketball season of his life. He became an All-Star for the third time in his impressive career, won his first championship, and was…
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Max Strus will reportedly make his season debut Friday against the Washington Wizards according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Strus has not appeared in a regular season game…
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The NBA has signed a multimillion-dollar agreement to organize preseason games in Macau next October, returning American pro basketball to China after a five-year political hiatus. In 2019, Beijing…
Portland Trail Blazers point guard Scoot Henderson is never short of confidence. In a recently released interview with Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the 2023 No. 3 overall pick displayed that…
Toronto Raptors guard Scottie Barnes will not play Thursday against the Miami Heat. He is dealing with an ankle injury. INJUY REPORTHEATPelle Larsson: Doubtful - ankle
Miami Heat guard Pelle Larsson is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game against the Toronto Raptors. He is dealing with an ankle injury. For the Raptors, guard Scottie Barnes (ankle) will not play.…
Rookie big man Tyrese Samuel flashed early in the Valley Suns’ inaugural season, but he has started to emerge as a real prospect over the G League team’s last few games. Samuel, who worked out for…
The Cleveland Cavaliers have rushed out to an impressive 21-4 record to begin the 2024-25 NBA campaign. As a result, the Cavs sit in first place in the Eastern Conference and they have the best record…
Published: 16:00 EST, 11 December 2024 | Updated: 16:00 EST, 11 December 2024 LOGAN, Utah (AP) - A federal judge in Utah sentenced Louisiana rap artist NBA Youngboy to just under two years in prison…
PLC Detroit, with help from StockX and the Detroit Pistons, is will launch a free evening education program for locals in January 2025.
Celebrities attending Lakers games are commonplace, but it's a little different when the Dodgers are present. The Dodgers are the only other Los Angeles sports organization with the same global…
During the offseason, there were 85 players that were free agents in the NBA that signed contracts to remain with their team or with a new team.
Dunno what it’s like where you live, but here in western New York it’s been day after day after week after week of gray, chill and muck. Climate change here doesn’t garner the same amount of attention…
ESPN’s Shams Charania went live on NBA Today to give an update on the status of Suns’ superstar Kevin Durant. The Suns expressed optimism that he will return sometime this weekend for the Suns either…
Published: 15:50 EST, 11 December 2024 | Updated: 15:50 EST, 11 December 2024 Jimmy Butler knows there are tons of questions about his future with the Miami Heat. He might get traded, he might leave…
Published: 15:55 EST, 11 December 2024 | Updated: 15:55 EST, 11 December 2024 EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) - LeBron James was excused from the Los Angeles Lakers' practice on Wednesday for personal…
India News: Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee criticized BJP and Congress for disrupting Parliament, preventing other parties from raising issues. He accused
The teams that Butler is reportedly interested in moving to are also limited by the first apron restrictions.
EL SEGUNDO — When the Lakers returned to the practice floor Wednesday morning, they did so without LeBron James.Coach JJ Redick said after Wednesday’s practice that the star forward had an excused…
Jozy Altidore, Vince Carter, and Tracy McGrady, a new power trio in Buffalo. The former Toronto FC striker and the pair of Raptors icons are now officially minority owners of the NFL’s Buffalo Bills.…
In 2020, Gaulden was arrested and detained for a similar charge, Variety reported. He was arrested while filming a music video in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. At the time, he pleaded guilty for possession…
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Jimmy Butler is the latest NBA star to see his name pop up in trade rumors. While we didn't initially list him as a trade candidate entering the season, reports now suggest that Butler would be open…
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren joined his teammates for their NBA Cup semifinal matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander revealed a ‘playoff feel’ versus the…
The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to climb out of a hole that they recently dug themselves into. After starting the season with a 10-4 record, Los Angeles has slipped to 13-11 overall and missed out…
The Brooklyn Nets are the center of trade speculation as this year's deadline approaches. With the team exceeding expectations during a presumed tanking season, general manager Sean Marks will field…
Patrick Mahomes is no stranger to lofty comparisons. Many have tabbed the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback as the football version of NBA legend Michael Jordan, and Mahomes welcomes that parallel with…
The last couple of weeks have shown how important Austin Reaves is to the success of the Los Angeles Lakers as they have struggled offensively without his shooting and playmaking. The guard is dealing…
Nowadays, there is plenty of discussion from national NBA news outlets about how to get the San Antonio Spurs more help alongside Victor Wembanyama. The Spurs' young star has shown that he has an…
WIND AND SEA and Alpha Industries, respectively, have both had collab-riddled years. WIND AND SEA revealed notable joint releases with the NBA, DENHAM and Champion, among others, while Alpha…
Hot on the heels of their ambitious Simpsons Funday Football NFL alternate broadcast, ESPN is gearing up for their next one involving animation. That will be Dunk The Halls, the first real-time…
96 year old Boston Celtics legend Bob Cousy was gifted a 2024 NBA Championship ring on Monday. Long time Celtics front office member Jeff Twiss delivered the ring to Cousy as his worcester home. Cousy…
Stephen M. Ross has confirmed the sale of a portion of his stake in the Miami Dolphins and affiliated assets to new investors. This move sees Ares Management and Brooklyn Nets owners Joe Tsai and…
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Max Strus will make his season debut on Friday against the Washington Wizards, barring setbacks, sources told ESPN on Wednesday.Strus suffered an ankle sprain in training…
Hornets forward Grant Williams has undergone surgery on his right knee to repair multiple torn ligaments, including his ACL, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). According to Charania,…
Thanks to a break in the schedule because of the Emirates NBA Cup, the Los Angeles Lakers have been able to get a couple of days of rest before getting back on the practice court. One player it stands…
The Phoenix Suns are losers of their last three contests, and should be looking to make some swift changes - even in the absence of injured star Kevin Durant. The Suns are still early in the 2024-25…
Image Source Author: Charlon Muscat The NBA is a professional basketball tournament in North America, with many fans worldwide. It features thirty teams that play against each other for the National…
The NBA Cup is nearly perfect. Added intensity during regular season games, fun courts (besides the approximate 8 thousand advertisements on each one) and a chance for teams with no realistic shot at…
The New York Knicks are making waves, continuing their strong run with a dramatic victory against the Toronto Raptors on Monday night. Karl-Anthony Towns delivered the clutch moment, sinking the game…
Matteo Berrettini penned a heartfelt love message to tennis, sharing that while his brother, Jacopo, would choose Novak Djokovic as his favorite, he had always been a fan of Roger Federer. He also…
The closer the 2024-25 NBA calendar has gotten to the unofficial start date of NBA trade season, the more everyone has heard the Golden State Warriors pop up in the rumor mill. This should come as no…
On Wednesday, the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 745 announced that the technical production crew for the Timberwolves and Lynx have voted to unionize. The 50 crew…
UFC's Colby Covington continues to wage war against NBA superstar LeBron James. Over the years, Covington has been critical of LeBron and even challenged
Over the summer, the San Antonio Spurs made massive offseason moves that somehow flew under the radar as Klay Thompson and Paul George went to new teams. The Spurs traded for Harrison Barnes signed…
The Orlando Magic’s inaugural NBA Cup run came to a close Tuesday night with a 114-109 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks in the quarterfinals. The defeat dropped Orlando’s season record to 17-10 and…
Brendan Haywood saw action in 13 seasons in the NBA, and during that time, he was fortunate enough to play alongside two of the greatest players in the history of the league.In his first two years in…
The NBA Cup has reached its knockout stage, with the Oklahoma City Thunder and Milwaukee Bucks already securing their spots in Saturday’s semifinals in Las Vegas. Now, it’s the Golden State Warriors’…
The New York Knicks will certainly be active in the trade market this season, especially as they look to add key pieces off the bench. Given that, many
The Golden State Warriors have been rolling as of late, having rallied to defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday evening in front of a packed Chase Center crowd. The Warriors currently sit at 14…
Joel Embiid played his best game of the season by far this past weekend, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to a 108-100 win over the Chicago Bulls. What’s just as promising as how well he looked was how…
The Memphis Grizzlies are making winning moves on the court and enjoying Ja Morant's nightly highlights going into the holiday season. Still, shopping for upgrades is on the front office's agenda.…
TORONTO — It's an old adage that rookies don't draw fouls in the NBA. It's partly because veterans get the benefit of the doubt from referees and a little bit because young players don't know how to…
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Don’t miss today’s edition of cleveland.com’s exclusive online show, “Sports 4 CLE,” brought to you by Tri-C, each weekday at 4 p.m. as Dave Bacon and his guests talk Cleveland…
The big addition to the NBA media rights partners in the league’s new deal, Amazon Prime Video is reportedly taking a global approach as it builds its broadcast team for its inaugural season streaming…
Fans took out their pitchforks and called for the firing of coach Doc Rivers when the Milwaukee Bucks stumbled out of the gates with a 2-8 record. The first person who shielded Rivers from the vitriol…
The 2024-2025 Sixers season has not gone how anybody expected to this point. They currently sit at 7-15 and in 12th place in the NBA Eastern Conference. However, the Sixers have won four of their last…
The New Orleans Pelicans are one of the NBA’s most painfully mediocre franchises, and that has been the case for most of its existence. Whether they’ve had superstars like Chris Paul, Anthony Davis,…
TORONTO — It's an old adage that rookies don't draw fouls in the NBA. It's partly because veterans get the benefit of the doubt from referees and a little bit because young players don't know how to…
The Buffalo Bills have a lot of fans in the Greater Toronto Area, but with a big splash Wednesday they’ve made it clear they’re looking for a lot more.Article contentBills majority owner Terry Pegula…
According to The Associated Press, the other new partners include: Private investment firm Arctos, Rob Palumbo, co-managing partner of Accel-KKR; Sue McCollum, CEO and owner of beverage distribution…
Dec 9, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) reacts after injuring his leg during the second half against the New York Knicks at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit:…
PHOENIX -- Phoenix Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer - a native of Arizona and avid fan of the organization growing up - is giving back to the community in a pretty cool way. From a Suns press release…
NBA legends and Basketball Hall of Famers Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady have been approved as minority owners of the NFL's Buffalo Bills, team owner/CEO Terry Pegula announced Wednesday.
President-elect Donald J. Trump is poised to be crowned TIME magazine’s “Person of the Year.” To celebrate this recognition, the America First leader will personally ring the opening bell at the New…
Hall-of-Famer Dirk Nowitzki is nearing a deal to join Amazon Prime Video as part of its NBA broadcast coverage starting next season, according to NBA insider Marc Stein.This development marks a key…
It was a huge topic of discussion Tuesday when Shams Charania of ESPN reported that the Miami Heat would be open to trading Jimmy Butler, and the star had some preferred destinations. Heat head coach…
The Sacramento Kings have turned a corner since inserting Malik Monk into the starting lineup, winning their past two games by 27 points or more. NBC Sports California analyst Kayte Christensen joined…
The Celtics have continued to hum along as one of the best teams in the NBA. Part of Boston’s strength comes from its loaded roster. The C’s brought back virtually their same rotation from the title…
The Sacramento Kings have started the 2024-25 season with a 12-13 record, a mild disappointment with their new-look lineup. Adding DeMar DeRozan in the offseason certainly raised expectations, but as…
Fans at the Toyota Center will have their chance to see the Golden State Warriors vs. Houston Rockets battle for the NBA Cup. Wednesday's second game of the ESPN doubleheader features two Western…
It’s become apparent that the Golden State Warriors will likely make some changes before the upcoming NBA trade deadline, but it’s not clear which ones.Several names are floating around the Warriors,…
OKLAHOMA CITY – First off, the Mavericks can certainly live with winning seven of every eight games, which is what they have done since Nov. 25. So even though they went down 118-104 against the…
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is arguably the greatest player in NBA history. He establishes it even more so as he continues to collect records and milestones and play elite basketball…
ESPN’s Tuesday report stating that the Heat are open to offers on Jimmy Butler and might make a deal if the price is right has resulted in plenty of chatter among NBA fans and observers, but head…
During the 2010-11 season, Brigham Young University guard Jimmer Fredette emerged as a national figure, bringing attention to a men’s basketball program that usually falls under the national radar.…
An off-hand comment from Charles Barkley about rapper Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter being accused of sexual assault in a recent lawsuit made Shaquille O’Neal walk off the set of Inside the NBA. Carter on…
With a multitude of veterans surrounding the young core of the San Antonio Spurs, the team could sell off some of their talents to a contender ahead of the NBA trade deadline. Harrison Barnes and…
A growing number of athletes are turning to tokenizing their contracts, which are paid in cryptocurrency. One such athlete is Calaxy Co-Founder & Executive Chair Spencer Dinwiddie, a Dallas Mavericks…
The Oklahoma City Thunder are in the midst of a four game win streak that continued with a victory against the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Cup on Tuesday night.Part of OKC's success has come at the…
Limiting Dallas Mavericks' top scorers, Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, is no easy task for an opposing defense. Still, that's precisely what Lu Dort, Cason Wallace, and the Oklahoma City Thunder did in…
Many NBA players likely would be satisfied with the type of postseason Jaylen Brown enjoyed this past summer.The Celtics star won his first championship and garnered the individual recognition that’s…
Basketball Hall of Famer Dirk Nowitzki is nearing a deal to join Amazon Prime Video’s coverage of the NBA starting next season and launch his broadcasting career, league sources tell…
Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams has missed 10 straight games and his potentially imminent return could complicate things.
The Portland Trail Blazers are still a work in progress.Chauncey Billups’ team is quite young, so there will be some bumps along the way.However, Scoot Henderson still likes their chances.In a recent…
The Portland Trail Blazers, currently the 13th team in the Western Conference, might be making big plans for the upcoming NBA trade deadline.They may be willing to trade away multiple players,…
Breadcrumb Trail LinksIn the wake of Scottie Barnes' ankle sprain, rookies Ja'Kobe Walter and Jonathan Mogbo, while veteran RJ Barrett will have expanded roles. Get the latest from Frank Zicarelli…
A growing number of athletes are turning to tokenizing their contracts, which are paid in cryptocurrency. One such athlete is Calaxy Co-Founder & Executive Chair Spencer Dinwiddie, a Dallas Mavericks…
Former Hornets big man Nathan Mensah has signed with Olympiacos for the rest of the 2024/25 season, the Greek team announced today in a press release. The deal includes a team option for a second…
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The Buffalo Bills are playing well this season.With Josh Allen playing the best football of his career, Sean McDermott’s team looks like a legitimate threat to go all the way.That’s not likely to…
It feels like we hear rumors about the Chicago Bulls making moves right before every trade deadline, and this year will be no different.The Bulls will likely pursue several roster adjustments before…
The New Jersey Nets era of basketball is one that is often forgotten. While the Brooklyn Nets have been in existence since 2012, when the franchise called New Jersey home for 35 seasons, there were…
Over the last several seasons, one of the most hotly debated topics in the NBA has been who between OKC Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Dallas Mavericks stud Luka Doncic is the superior…
The trade speculation surrounding Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler has grown louder this week, but Butler doesn’t mind. “I actually like it,” Butler said following the Heat’s practice at Kaseya Center on…
It’s getting to the time of year when trade rumors start to heat up. Shams Charania of ESPN, Marc Stein of The Stein Line, and others will start dropping tidbits about which teams want to make moves…
After practice on Nov. 25, Chris Finch spoke on the Minnesota Timberwolves’ low assist percentage. “We have two guys that are creating a lot of their own offense right now, and when they do kick it…
Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks will look to spoil the fun in Madison Square Garden once again as the New York Knicks eye a potential trip to Las Vegas. You can (hate) watch the game with Tony Pesta…
Emergency medical responders and sheriff’s deputies found one of the riders, a 20-year-old man, and got him to shore, the Sheriff’s Office said. He was treated at the scene for exposure and…
It takes more than just on-court talent for an NBA team to win.Instead, a franchise needs to be led by a strong, determined, smart front office.The Athletic recently had a poll of 40 NBA executives…
Dec 10, 2024, 07:43 PM ETOn his first day with the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers admitted to dreaming about delivering a championship to New York. The four-time NFL MVP and one-time Super Bowl champion…
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, known for his humility and quiet dominance on the basketball court, provided a rare glimpse into his self-assured nature through an analogy recently shared by…
A wild new rumor reveals a specific and major requirement of any potential LeBron James trade that has nothing to do with money. After a surprisingly strong start to the season, the Los Angeles Lakers…
Former Florida State basketball star Scottie Barnes will be out another few weeks after spraining his ankle on Monday night against the New York Knicks. The Toronto Raptors announced on Wednesday that…
The NBA trade deadline is approaching and everyone is already enjoying the rumors springing up across the league.According to Brian Windrhost, NBA fans should keep a close eye on two basketball…
The new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) has ostensibly made things more difficult for NBA Front Offices. From the intricate rules to the strict stipulations, teams have been in for a learning…
The Oklahoma City Thunder and the Milwaukee Bucks are through to the semifinals of the NBA Cup after beating the Dallas Mavericks and the Orlando Magic, respectively, on Tuesday. Looking to join the…
The Houston Rockets have an elite young core, one that has the team playing in the NBA Cup quarterfinals Wednesday night, a first step to what could be much bigger things for this group. Ultimately,…
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia City Council members are in crucial negotiations with developers of the proposed Sixers arena in Center City after delaying the start of Wednesday's committee…
HOUSTON – Brandin Podziemski had the same natural reaction that any young player would have when asked about feeling the intensity of NBA Cup games after the Warriors improved to 3-0 in group play…
The Miami Heat are open to hearing trade offers for Jimmy Butler, who has taken his game and status to a whole new level with the franchise. Speculation about about which other organization has the…
Despite Golden State Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr.'s insistence on keeping the roster flexible, the recent dip in production warrants looking at win-now alternatives. Given the recent…
It’s been said for a few years now, but gone are the days when players are expected to stay at one school for four years. What has Brad Underwood done to keep up with the times? Find NBA-hopeful, NBA…
Dennis Schroder is having one of the best seasons of his NBA career, and yet the Brooklyn Nets may still part ways with him soon.The 31-year-old guard is averaging 18.6 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 6.5…
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Cavs sharpshooter Sam Merrill lofted a tight spiral to a streaking Isaac Okoro who pulled down the dime just before crashing into a padded wall. Then came a wobbly pass from JT Thor…
The New York Knicks (15-9) will face off against F. Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks (13-12) tonight in the quarterfinals of the NBA Emirates Cup. The winner will advance to Saturday’s semifinal game…
Additionally, due to the virality of the story online, Jay and his attorney, Alex Spiro, have requested an emergency hearing to address the lawsuit. “Due to the highly sensitive nature of this matter…
After a dominant 10-2 start to the 2024-25 season, the Golden State Warriors have been looking to find their footing as of late. A recent 114-106 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves has moved the…
The first month and change of the college basketball season has given us plenty to work with. The 2025 NBA Draft class is loaded, especially by recent standards. The 2024 class just sort of came and…
The Buffalo Bills announced a franchise first Wednesday, adding 10 limited partners to their ownership group. Among those 10 are NBA legends and cousins Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady. The two aren't…
Rumblings have surfaced for days on end that Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James could re-emerge as a potential trade target for the Golden State
Former NBA champion and 14-time All-Star Dirk Nowitzki is expected to launch his broadcasting career by joining Amazon Prime Video’s coverage of the NBA beginning in the 2025/26 season, according to…
On this episode of “Dubs Talk,” Golden State Warriors guard Buddy Hield sits down with Dalton Johnson to reminisce about his time with the Sacramento Kings and how it helped shape him into the man he…
The Saints are not for sale, but if Gayle Benson ever decides to sale, Houston Rockets owner and billionaire Tilman Fertitta said he has interest.
The Toronto Raptors are sitting toward the very bottom of the Eastern Conference standings, and it might be some time before one of their biggest stars is playing again.On Wednesday morning, Shams…
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What does pace mean in today’s NBA? How much of a benefit does a team gain by playing at hyperspeed? If you look at the teams currently leading the league in pace, not necessarily very much.Playing…
There was never any question whether Houston Rockets center Alperen Sengun would be a good NBA player — he was productive about ten games into his career. Stellar footwork, feathery-soft touch and…
Alperen Sengun and the Houston Rockets are preparing for perhaps their most important game of the season on Wednesday night when the Golden State Warriors come to town. Not only does this game hold a…
On Tuesday morning, a report came out from Shams Charania of ESPN that the Miami Heat are finally listening to trade overtures for Jimmy Butler, their franchise cornerstone and best player for five…
The Atlanta Hawks will be facing the New York Knicks in the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup, which is probably the biggest game of the season for both teams so far. For the Hawks, they've been healthy…
I’m continuing to pop open a six-pack of Phoenix Suns topics this week, and while I’ve been sipping on the negative aspects of this team thus far, beer number three has more of an enjoyable taste to…
Cade Cunningham had the talent to be an All-Star the second he stepped onto an NBA court for the first time; he was the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft for a reason. But a complete lack of talent…
Jimmy Butler is already out there. Maybe LeBron James will put himself on the market, too. And this is just the beginning of NBA rumor season, with many weeks to go and probably 30 more eye-catching…
The Dallas Mavericks needed some serious changes to their roster if they were going to repeat their trek as Western Conference champions following last year's magical run. They landed that over the…
SpaceCityScoop is not a political site. It's a site dedicated to the Houston Rockets. Politics are typically best left to political spaces. This is a sports site. Sometimes, sports and politics…
Minneapolis, MN — The in-house audio and video crew for the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx at the Target Center have officially voted to unionize with the International Alliance of…
The Miami Heat are usually known as the team run by Jimmy Butler or Bam Adebayo, but Tyler Herro has been playing consistently great basketball for a while now.He knows he’s doing well, and he…
Buddy Hield was the Kings’ prized possession before he was Klay Thompson’s replacement on the Warriors. Hield, selected No. 6 overall by the Pelicans in the 2016 NBA Draft, spent six seasons with…
The magic of Inside the NBA is that the crew is never afraid to go places that no other show would be willing to. The all-time example is Charles Barkley making jokes about the Jussie Smollett case…
This isn’t good news, but it looked like it could have been much worse when it happened.Monday night, Raptors leading scorer Scottie Barnes went up to try and block a Karl-Anthony Towns shot at the…
In the big picture, it is a disappointment and a surprise to find that the Heat are willing to listen on trades for star wing Jimmy Butler, as reported by ESPN's Shams Charania on Tuesday. Butler had…
The Milwaukee Bucks survived against the Orlando Magic.Despite not having their two best players, Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, Jamahl Mosley’s team still took the Bucks down to the wire in the NBA…
As December 15 nears, when players that signed this summer are eligible to be traded, we are starting to get some rumblings of big names that could be available on the market. Zach LaVine and Brandon…
Making sense of your favorite NBA team is normally an easy task. Normally. One could explain away the Philadelphia 76ers’ catastrophic 7-17 start by pointing to injuries to star players and all the…
Some of the top high school basketball players in the nation will be showcased this weekend in conjunction with the NBA Cup. The teams will compete in a pair of events Friday through Monday — the…
There's no point in arguing with Jeremy Sochan's doubters on social media at this juncture of the third-year forward's career. It doesn't matter how many stats you throw their way, proving his value…
The NFL’s board governors on Wednesday approved of Joe Tsai’s purchase of a 3% stake in the Miami Dolphins at a price estimated at more than $200 million, expanding Tsai’s stakes in professional…
With 24 games in the books and a trip to the NBA Cup semifinals in play on Wednesday, it’s fair to say the New York Knicks are sitting pretty considering the monster roster overhaul they experienced…
It took some time for the New York Knicks to find their footing this season, but this group has rapidly established themselves as true title contenders in the Eastern Conference. The Knicks can…
While the Philadelphia 76ers enjoyed a win in their recent contest with Joel Embiid turning in a monstrous game, they were far from the biggest headliner that day. That honor goes to Chris Paul, who…
Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors started the 2024-25 NBA season as one of the best teams in the league. Through 15 games, they went 12-3 and were sitting near the top of the Western…
Amid season-ending injuries to James Wiseman and Isaiah Jackson and the recent waiving of Moses Brown, the Indiana Pacers' frontcourt has been decimated in the first quarter of the 2024-25 NBA season.…
The New Orleans Pelicans are an abysmal 5-20 on the 2024-25 NBA season. They aren't a bad basketball team, though. They've got Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, CJ McCollum and Dejounte Murray on their…
When the Utah Jazz picked up USC’s star point guard and top player in his high school class, Isaiah Collier, with the 29th pick in this past NBA Draft, a small earthquake must have been detected in…
Former Dallas Mavericks big man Brendan Haywood shared an interesting story about Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki and how he felt about the Miami Heat’s Big 3.First off, Haywood explained that Nowitzki…
In a season undoubtedly up-and-down for the Denver Nuggets, their recent stretch has shown some signs of life. Nikola Jokic is enjoying another MVP-level season, averaging a career-high 32.3 points,…
The Sacramento Kings are in major need of turning a corner. They are 12-13 and sit low in the Western Conference standings. After acquiring DeMar DeRozan in free agency this offseason, this was far…
The Cleveland Cavaliers struggled mightily to find a true offensive system or flow over the past few seasons. Their stagnant high pick-and-roll schemes were predictable and gave defenses an easy…
The New Orleans Pelicans haven’t been able to catch a single break this season.Willie Green’s team has struggled with more injuries than any other team in the league.And while there’s still plenty of…
Philadelphia City Council has postponed an initial vote on the Sixers arena proposal, as negotiations over the controversial development continue with the team. Council’s Committee of the Whole, which…
Is there a New York Knicks game today? While there are upcoming NBA games today, it doesn’t always mean New York is taking to the hardwood. Here you can find all the information you need to know for…
The Toronto Raptors announced that the organization has released guard DJ Carton, who was with the team on a Two-Way contract. Carton caught the eye of the Raptors last season, showing remarkable…
Published: 11:25 EST, 11 December 2024 | Updated: 11:25 EST, 11 December 2024 IRVING, Texas (AP) - NBA Hall of Famers Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady are among 10 limited partners who have joined the…
Good morning, I’m Dan Gartland. I’m generally a fan of the special edition NBA Cup courts, but the Thunder’s legitimately made my eyes hurt.In today’s SI:AM:🥶 Winter meetings buzz🇯🇵
The Mavericks were among three teams that Jimmy Butler would be open to being traded to
Police are investigating yet another break-in at a professional athlete's house in the latest spate of burglaries plaguing NFL and NBA players.Authorities say someone broke into Cincinnati Bengals'…
With a quarter of the NBA season under their belts, the San Antonio Spurs are in a much-improved place than last year. With 12 wins and 12 losses, the Spurs are firmly in the NBA Play-In Tournament…
Buddy Hield believes there is one Warriors 3-point record he can break. Speaking to NBC Sports Bay Area’s Dalton Johnson on the latest episode of “Dubs Talk,” Hield was asked about Steph Curry’s…
If the recent reporting is any indication, the Golden State Warriors are going to be aggressive leading up to the NBA Trade Deadline. For a while this season, it didn't seem as though losing Klay…
Key points: - NBA-themed instant scratch games to be produced - Lotteries will be able to make team-specific versions of the games through sponsorships - The Massachusetts Lottery will be the first…
Anfernee Simons has been having a down year in his seventh NBA season, averaging 16.5 points, 4.4 assists, and 2.6 rebounds on inefficient 40/32/90 shooting splits. Simons' point average is the lowest…
The Lakers need a major shakeup to make a deeper run in the postseason. Explore a proposed three-team trade to address their pressing needs.
The Phoenix Suns are stuttering through the 2024-25 regular season, although they may be about to get a boost with the trade market heating up. Not that they will have it all their own way - not only…
The Los Angeles Lakers have sorely missed Austin Reaves on the court as he’s been ruled out the past few games due to a pelvic injury he suffered against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Reaves was able to…
The Milwaukee Bucks toppled the injury-ravaged Orlando Magic on Tuesday, and so begins the vaunted NBA Cup quarterfinals. As the season temporarily pauses to let teams duke it out for a new trophy…
The Los Angeles Lakers are in the midst of another mediocre season, sitting in eighth place in the Western Conference with a 13-11 record. Despite the head coaching chance that brought JJ Redick in…
Top recruit A.J. Dybantsa, projected to be a top pick in the 2026 NBA draft, has committed to BYU for the 2025/26 season, he announced on ESPN’s First Take on Tuesday (YouTube link). Sources tell Sam…
For the first time—and exactly one month—since suffering a pelvic fracture after a hard fall during a game against the Golden State Warriors, Chet Holmgren attended an Oklahoma City Thunder game,…
Published: 11:21 EST, 11 December 2024 | Updated: 11:22 EST, 11 December 2024 Charles Barkley left his TNT colleagues in stitches with his quick-fire response to Kenny Smith's innocent Jay-Z…
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 39 points to help the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Dallas Mavericks 118-104 on Tuesday night in the Western Conference quarterfinals of the NBA Cup. Oklahoma City will…
The Golden State Warriors are 14-9 approximately a quarter of the way through the season. They're 4.5 games behind the best team in the Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder, and 2.5 games…
Agreement Includes Entitlement Of Spectrum Center Theater Box CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hornets Sports & Entertainment (HSE) and First Horizon Bank (NYSE: FHN) today announced a…
Additional Honorees Include Joy Taylor, Alicia Tillman and Dr. Kiki Baker Barnes Sports Broadcaster Taylor Rooks Returns as Host for Annual Sports Awards Event on February 5, 2025, in New Orleans…
AMEN THOMPSON TROTS back in transition defense a half-step too slow, when LA Clippers guard Norman Powell catches a pass on the right wing and attacks during an early possession in the Houston…
The Miami Heat haven’t been as dominant as of late.The team is a couple of years removed from making the NBA Finals, yet they haven’t been able to find that kind of success again.Likewise, the Denver…
The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Orlando Magic in the NBA Cup quarterfinals convincingly, but head coach Doc Rivers made sure to keep the main thing, the main thing. After Tuesday's game, Rivers…
The New York Knicks will likely be in the market to add in the frontcourt this season, but they may need to look for options elsewhere after one of their top
The Detroit Pistons are enjoying a mini-break after getting bounced from the NBA Cup, with four days between their win over the Knicks and tomorrow’s matchup vs. the Celtics in Boston.The Pistons went…
A season ago, Steve Kerr used 27 different starting lineup combinations for the Golden State Warriors. And with all the tinkering he's already done in the first quarter of this 2024-25 NBA campaign,…
Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images While the Golden State Warriors are off to a respectable 14-9 start, they’re running out of time to capitalize on Stephen Curry’s championship window. The 36-year-old…
The old saying goes, "Time heals all wounds" -- unless you're a fan of the New York Knicks and Trae Young is involved, then it just makes them fester.2 RelatedYoung, public enemy No. 1 for Knicks…
In a landmark deal, the Miami Dolphins and Chairman of the Board Stephen M. Ross have announced a strategic investment by Ares Management funds (Ares) and Brooklyn Nets owners Joe Tsai and Oliver…
The landscape of sports video games has been undergoing a transformation over the years as major game titles continue to integrate women athletes. Adding to this trend, EA Sports' NHL 25 has become…
The Athletic released their 2024 NBA Front Office Front Office Survey. They talked to teams around the NBA, asking forty executives in their front office to vote for the best basketball organizations…
The New Orleans Pelicans have been stuck in mediocrity for years. Whether they've had superstar Anthony Davis or Zion Williamson at the helm, there have been major issues restraining them from being a…
The San Antonio Spurs have suffered through plenty of injuries already this season, with various ailments sidelining Devin Vassell and Jeremy Sochan for extended periods already. As a result, the…
Raptors forward Scottie Barnes is expected to miss “several” weeks as a result of the right ankle injury he sustained on Monday, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).
One of the Sixers’ smartest moves this offseason was signing KJ Martin to a two-year, $16 million contract. It was an obvious overpay at the time, but that was intentional. One of the issues with the…
Thanks to local station KARE 11, Minnesota Timberwolves fans can catch a handful of games without needing cable this season.
Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes is expected to miss several weeks with a right ankle injury, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Wednesday.Barnes was injured in the third quarter of Monday's…
The Toronto Raptors have been a feisty team so far this season, but they'll once again be without one of their top stars for the foreseeable future, according to ESPN's Sham Charania.“Toronto Raptors…
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Dallas Mavericks 118-104, advancing to the semifinals in the NBA Cup Tuesday night. They’ll face the winner between the Houston Rockets and the Golden State…
The Detroit Tigers made a significant move on Tuesday following the signing of veteran pitcher Alex Cobb to a one-year, $15 million contract. To clear space on their 40-man roster for Cobb, the Tigers…
The Atlanta Hawks face the New York Knicks in the NBA Cup Quarterfinals on Monday. The Hawks have been off for two days. Hopefully, that was enough. They are 2-1 this season when they were coming off…
The Los Angeles Lakers got back in the win column on Sunday night by defeating the Portland Trail Blazers. Starting forward Rui Hachimura was instrumental in the win, as he stepped up in the absence…
Toronto Raptors star Scottie Barnes is expected to miss several weeks with a right ankle injury, Shams Charania of ESPN reports. Barnes suffered the injury in the third quarter against Knicks and did…
The Clippers have an extended break from games right at the 25-game mark, making this a great time to catch up on player grades. They are still covering the full season, but are more weighted to…
The Oklahoma City Thunder advanced to the next round of the NBA Cup, defeating the Dallas Mavericks. While they could possibly be the favorites to win the trophy, Charles Barkley believes that they're…
MILWAUKEE — Khris Middleton has built his legacy as a scorer who's equally adept at bombing from long range or banking in turnaround daggers from midrange. In the Milwaukee Bucks' thrilling 114-109…
Columbus, Ohio hip-hop artist MG Sleepy has released I Just Woke Up Vol. 2, a 16-track sequel mixtape now available via Roc Nation Distribution. Building on the success of his 2021 project I Just Woke…
The Los Angeles Lakers have lost seven of their last ten and are searching for answers. They are 13-11 on the season and have slipped to eighth in the West. LeBron James is finally looking his age,…
The Milwaukee Bucks are heading back to Las Vegas after a thrilling 114-109 victory over the Orlando Magic on Tuesday, securing their spot as the first team to reach consecutive NBA Cup semifinals.…
On Tuesday, the Oklahoma City Thunder punched their ticket to the Emirates NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas with a 118-104 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. The win flipped the script from last…
When news broke Tuesday that the Miami Heat were open to moving on from veteran star Jimmy Butler, the Golden State Warriors were one of the first teams brought up.ESPN's Brian Windhorst revealed on a…
The Milwaukee Bucks survived a close game vs. the Orlando Magic.After a thrilling matchup, Doc Rivers’ team moved on to the NBA Emirates Cup semifinals.Notably, as pointed out by Bleacher Report,…
Company's New NBA License a Big Win for Lottery Game PortfoliosATLANTA, Dec. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientific Games continues to light up the company's licensed properties portfolio with another…
👋 GOOD MORNING Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024 — Happy Wednesday! We’re almost halfway through the week (or over halfway, depending on when you’re reading this), and I must say it’s been pretty crazy to…
The Oklahoma City Thunder are moving on to the NBA Emirates Cup semifinal.Mark Daigneault’s team has the best record in the Western Conference again, and they look like a nightmare of a matchup…
With NBA action slowing to about a 76ers’ pace this week, it seems like the perfect time to make early award projections. Only it isn’t. Nothing says “I’m bored with my sport” more than some so-called…
Last season, the Indiana Pacers pulled off a blockbuster trade for two-time All-NBA forward Pascal Siakam and it changed everything -- in the best way possible.
Things got awkward on the "Inside the NBA" set on Tuesday ... when Kenny "The Jet" Smith innocently name-dropped Jay-Z in the middle of a segment.
247Sports Embed Resource Can someone tell Shaquille O'Neal that just because the NBA on TNT will end after this season does not mean he can go around and break things on the set of Inside the NBA.…
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark showcased her exceptional long-range shooting in her rookie WNBA season, drawing comparisons to some of the NBA’s most prolific sharpshooters. Clark’s average three…
The Golden State Warriors have one priority they are set on addressing this season. According to ESPN's Marc J. Spears, the Warriors are out to find a
The Rockets understand the importance of veteran guard Fred VanVleet, especially his ability to score and distribute the ball while keeping turnovers low. When VanVleet is not available, the Rockets…
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 37 points to help the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Orlando Magic 114-109 on Tuesday, sending the Bucks to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas. Damian Lillard tied the game at…
The New York Knicks have need for another bench piece to give their second unit an offensive spark and the Houston Rockets may have just the guy for the job.
Precious Achiuwa has only been back from injury for three games, but he is already flexing his defensive muscles off of the New York Knicks' bench.
Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra uses the term "outside noise" to deal with situations like this. It means the Heat pay little attention to what is said outside the team's locker room. That's the…
A former Detroit PIstons player could be on the move according to the latest NBA trade rumors.
Lakers head coach JJ Redick and Portland Trailblazers coach Chauncey Billups shake hands after the Lakers won at Crypto.com Arena on December 8, 2024 ,in Los Angeles, California. (Gina Ferazzi / Los…
After winning 11 of their last 12 games, the Dallas Mavericks ran into a brick wall in their NBA Cup quarterfinal match against the Oklahoma City Thunder. A combination of lack of creativity between…
NBA Rumors: There are several contenders expected to line up to pursue a trade they probably shouldn't be pursuing at the NBA Trade Deadline. The Washington Wizards are expected to be one of the most…
In a hard-fought 114-109 victory over the Orlando Magic, the Milwaukee Bucks booked their trip to Las Vegas for the NBA Cup semifinals. Read our full summary of the game here and catch a six-minute…
The Houston Rockets have joined the NBA's big man renaissance. For some time, the big man as an offensive focal point was dying. It was a guard's league. Bigs were expected to protect the rim,…
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The Boston Celtics captured their first title last season, their first since 2008, in June when they defeated the Dallas Mavericks in five games. The Celtics proved to be the best team all season…
The Golden State Warriors may be off to a promising 14-9 start to the season, but the latest trade intel dictates that Mike Dunleavy Jr. and the front office are far from content with the current…
With the Heat said to be open to listening to inquiries on star forward Jimmy Butler, the Rockets have been identified multiple times as a possible landing spot for the Houston native. However, while…
After last season’s early playoff exit at the hands of Eastern Conference rival, the Boston Celtics, the Miami Heat franchise were caught in a dilemma whether to stick with their core led by Jimmy…
Since being selected by the OKC Thunder during the 2022 NBA Draft, Jalen Williams has taken the fanbase by storm. The rising star possesses an energy so full of charisma and emotion that he's hard not…
Los Angeles Lakers two-way guard Quincy Olivari recently made his NBA debut on Sunday night against the Portland Trail Blazers. Not only that, but Olivari would also score his first career NBA points…
Christmas Week is usually filled with excitement for NBA fans. Usually, the league saves its most anticipated matchups for the holidays.NBA fans can expect the same for the 2024-25 season. However,…
Bill Plaschke is completely off base with his recent Los Angeles Times article. While exciting and controversial, suggesting the Lakers should part ways with LeBron James and Anthony Davis offers an…
The Los Angeles Lakers find themselves confronting a familiar challenge: their roster needs reinforcement to contend for a championship. After stumbling through a 1-3 road trip, the Lakers have shed…
May 20, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Former NBA player and current TNT television personality Charles Barkley prior to game one of the Eastern Conference Finals of the NBA Playoffs between the Atlanta…
Jonathan Kuminga wants it all. He wants the minutes and a bigger role in the Golden State Warriors’ offense. He wants the opportunity to prove to himself, the team and the fans, that he can be a…
The quarter-final of the 2024 NBA Cup started off with an amazing game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Oklahoma City Thunder.Considering the two teams are the top teams in the Western Conference,…
Their impact only starts with the championship they won. Here are 18 things we loved about the journey to Banner 18.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has emerged as an NBA MVP candidate by guiding the Oklahoma City Thunder to the top of the Western Conference standings despite an injury to center Chet Holmgren. (Nate…
The Denver Nuggets are 12-10 and only a shell of the team they've been in recent years – particularly during their title run in 2023. That isn't the case for Serbian superstar Nikola Jokic however.…
This stopped being funny a while ago and is just sad now. Would you believe if I told you the Indiana Pacers aren’t a good basketball team now? What would have been shocking before the season has…
The NBA Cup quarterfinals begin on Tuesday night, with the Milwaukee Bucks hosting the Orlando Magic. The Magic are coming off a 115-110 win over Phoenix on Sunday, staying unbeaten at home this…
Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander from the Oklahoma City Thunder are two of the NBA’s top stars. Both finished in the top three for the Most Valuable Player award last…
Last November, Shams Charania of ESPN reported that the NBA was considering tweaking the 2025 All-Star Game into a tournament of four teams, which would be pickup style and include players who are…
The Miami Heat have done it again. They found another gem late in the draft that has already flashed enough to show he could be a key contributor. That is, of course, Pelle Larsson, a 44th overall…
December 15th marks the first day numerous NBA players who signed a contract over the offseason are eligible for trades. This day is usually a bigger deal for some teams than others. Even if the team…
Despite not adding an offensive-minded star or traditional point guard to play heavy minutes over the summer, the Orlando Magic got off to a strong start. So far, the Magic have a 17-10 record and sit…
When the fateful OG Anunoby trade went down last December, very few envisioned any bigger role for Precious Achiuwa than a backup center who would depart in free agency in the offseason. His impact…
The unofficial NBA trade season typically doesn’t open until December 15, the day on which most players become eligible to be traded. Why? Because the CBA prohibits teams from trading players whom…
In late November, Shams Charania of ESPN reported that the NBA was considering tweaking the 2025 All-Star Game into a tournament of four teams, which would be pickup style and include players who are…
The Bulls embarked on this pointless season expressing excitement (as much excitement as Arturas Karnisovas can muster, anyway) towards the “young players with experience” up and down their roster.…
The first big trade rumor of the 2024-25 NBA season dropped from the sky on Tuesday, courtesy of ESPN’s Shams Charania. The prolific NBA insider reported the Miami Heat were “open” to hearing trade…
We're nearing the end of 2024, but nowhere close to the end of what's been an intriguing 2024-25 NBA season.After a slow start, the Milwaukee Bucks have made a comeback in the Eastern Conference…
Dec 11, 2024, 01:00 PMWe're nearing the end of 2024, but nowhere close to the end of what's been an intriguing 2024-25 NBA season.After a slow start, the Milwaukee Bucks have made a comeback in the…
AMEN THOMPSON TROTS back in transition defense a half-step too slow, when LA Clippers guard Norman Powell catches a pass on the right wing and attacks during an early possession in the Houston…
Lonzo and LaMelo Ball are the only brothers to be top-three draft selections in the NBA. However, a common running theme of their careers is how injuries have held them back from reaching their…
Its been a long and winding road for the proposal that could bring a $1.3 billion dollar 76ers arena to Center City Philadelphia and it may be nearing its end. At least, it could be soon headed to a…
Draymond Green had the entire arena erupt following his incredible isolation play against Rudy Gobert during the Golden State Warriors vs. Minnesota Timberwolves game.Despite being 34 years old, Green…
Each Christmas, NBA fans gather around their televisions to enjoy a full day of hoops (or they go spend time with their families like weirdos). The league has done a great job of integrating the game…
Tilman Fertitta is seeking an NFL team and reportedly is Trump’s pick to be the next U.S.ambassador to Italy.
The Dallas Mavericks were eliminated from the 2024 NBA Cup on Tuesday night, losing to the Oklahoma City Thunder 118-104 in the Cup's quarterfinals in OKC. This loss broke a seven-game winning streak…
A former prospect of the Dallas Mavericks has found a new home a quarter of the way into the 2024-25 season. A.J. Lawson, who played 56 games with the Mavs before being waived twice during the…
The Golden State Warriors attempted to trade for Paul George and then Lauri Markkanen last summer, so it's been no secret they're interested in making a significant roster upgrade to make another…
The Inside The NBA show on TNT had another epic moment Tuesday night. During the broadcast, Kenny Smith made a reference to the rapper Jay-Z. Smith was immediately interrupted by Charles Barkley, who…
The OKC Thunder were able to exact revenge against the Dallas Mavericks for both their 2024 playoff series and November 20 loss, respectively, as they beat them in the Emirates NBA Cup Quarterfinals…
A trio of billionaires is looking to turn "Brooklyn" into a media brand in the vein of the youth and pop-culture outlet Complex.Details have been trickling out in the New York media scene about moves…
The Philadelphia 76ers are starting to show real signs of improvement over the last couples of weeks or so, but there is still a lot of work to be done for them to close in on what remains a big…
The San Antonio Spurs dropped from 14 to 20 in NBA.com's weekly power rankings. It's tied for the largest drop of the week, along with the Los Angeles Lakers, and it's deserved. After making their way…
Right after the Dallas Mavericks lost in the NBA Finals to the Boston Celtics over the summer, it was clear they needed more 3-point shooting.Dallas shot 31.6 percent from downtown in that series, and…
NBA fans were heartbroken earlier this year when it was announced that TNT would no longer be supporting NBA coverage after this season.TNT is not only an easy place for fans across the world to watch…
Reggie Miller was a dominant force when he was in the NBA.His three-point ability was second to none when he was in the league. While he doesn’t hold any records because Steph Curry broke many of…
Clint Capela is in his fifth season as the starting center for your Atlanta Hawks. Despite the Hawks splashing the sixth overall pick way back in the 2020 draft on someone thought be his eventual…
The Dallas Mavericks were eliminated from the NBA Cup on Tuesday night following a 118-104 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Dallas was thoroughly beaten in the second half, but specifically the…
Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams (5) pregame at Spectrum Center. Scott Kinser USA TODAY NETWORK It’s been quite the start for the Charlotte Hornets. The past two months were flooded with…
The NBA has spent the past few decades planting its flag in Christmas Day—much the same as the NFL has staked out Thanksgiving—returning this year with a remake of its seminal “Jingle Hoops” ad from…
How the Knicks? James Dolan went from the NBA?s worst owner to semi-competence – The Guardian 12/11/2024 11:03:00
James Dolan’s Knicks are on course for another playoff appearance. Photograph: Rich Graessle/Getty ImagesEven by the standards of James Dolan’s nightmarish reign over the New York Knicks, 2006 was a…
The New Orleans Pelicans are 25 games into a season that has had far more downs than ups.One injury after another has decimated the first seven weeks of the season. As a result, the Pelicans will…
Damian Lillard and the Milwaukee Bucks got the job done in the quarterfinal round of the 2024 NBA Cup, as they defeated the Orlando Magic at home on Tuesday night to the tune of a 114-109 score.…
When it comes to the Milwaukee Bucks, most of the attention goes to Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetkounmpo. After all, those two are on track to become Hall of Famers one day. However, the Bucks are…
The NBA has reignited the holiday spirit by reviving its iconic "Jingle Hoops" ad with a modern spin. The updated version, called "Jingle Hoops Regifted," combines nostalgia with cutting-edge…
We’ve looked at Wilt Chamberlain’s startling athleticism a lot here. As you may remember, he set an astounding number of NBA records, including career scoring (since surpassed by LeBron James, Kareem…
In the latest tantalizing chapter of an underrated rivalry, Davidson edged Charlotte, 75-71, at the Wildcats’ home gym Tuesday night. Davidson’s campus is only a 30-minute drive from Charlotte’s, and…
CHICAGO - In the celebration after Nikola Vučević's 39-point eruption in the Chicago Bulls' beatdown of the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday, teammate Ayo Dosunmu had a message ready: "Start the Vooch…
NBA trade season is amongst us and a new star is on the market - and the clues have been there all season.The Miami Heat have reportedly made Jimmy Butler, the 14-year NBA veteran in his sixth season…
In a recent story from the Houston Chronicle, it was revealed Harris County has approved $35 million in upgrades to NRG including a new roof, and audio and video improvements. But that is just a small…
CLEVELAND, Ohio — In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor and Jimmy Watkins discuss the dynamics surrounding Kevin Love’s potential return to the Cavs, evaluating…
HOUSTON - To start small, with Draymond Green centering the Golden State Warriors instead of playing power forward, or not to start small? "That's really the question," head coach Steve Kerr said…
NBA YoungBoy has pleaded guilty to gun charges while in court, and being sentenced to 23 months in prison.The judicial ruling comes as a complex settlement was reached with prosecutors in multiple…
Support the Memphis Flyer The Memphis Flyer is Memphis’ alternative newsweekly, serving the metro Memphis area of nearly a million residents. The Flyer was started in 1989 by Contemporary Media, Inc.,…
Support the Memphis Flyer The Memphis Flyer is Memphis’ alternative newsweekly, serving the metro Memphis area of nearly a million residents. The Flyer was started in 1989 by Contemporary Media, Inc.,…
It has been an amazing start to this Cleveland Cavaliers season. The vast majority of things have gone right thus far (all fingers crossed) and this team continues to not only win but do so in an…
CLEVELAND, Ohio — NBA commissioner Adam Silver will award a trophy next week, but basketball’s best team can’t win it. Weird, right?The Cleveland Cavaliers (21-4), the story of this season’s first two…
It did not seem like there was even enough time to process or see the Orlando Magic without Paolo Banchero before the league and its media partners took their NBA Cup group play finale against the New…
Real Madrid is living in a very complicated moment in the first part of the season. The Blancos had their worst start of the season in 22 years and their lack of depth is starting to become a real…
There was a conversation Cleveland guard Donovan Mitchell had during training camp, the topic being all the teams that were generating the most preseason buzz in the Eastern Conference. Boston was…
The Oklahoma City Thunder have eliminated the Dallas Mavericks from this season's NBA Cup, as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander exploded for 39 points on 15-23 shooting while the backcourt of Luka Doncic and…
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scores 39 points for the Oklahoma City Thunder while Giannis Antetokounmpo sinks 37 points for Milwaukee Bucks as they inspire their sides to reach the NBA Cup semi-finals.
Lonnie Walker thinks the EuroLeague has the upper hand over the NBA in certain aspects when it comes to comparing the two leagues. The guard of Zalgiris Kaunas also named the four teams he believes…
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is in his 22nd NBA season. The NBA's all-time leading scorer has three children with his wife, Savannah James, who he has been with since high school. The couple…
Basketball star Scottie Pippen, who is known for winning six NBA championships with the Chicago Bulls in the 90s, has suggested that the Ripple-affiliated XRP cryptocurrency might end up a game…
The Dallas Mavericks suffered their ninth loss of the season on Tuesday night. In their quest for the NBA Cup, they fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder on the road, 118-104. It halted their seven-game…
Dec 16, 2023; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) dribbles the ball up the court against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jasen…
Feb 26, 2020; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Twenty-four games into the 2023-24 NBA season, the Celtics boasted a 19-5 record, one of the league’s best offenses and a top-10 defense. That Boston team, of course, went on to claim the Larry…
The Dallas Mavericks fell 118-104 to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a rematch of the 2024 Western Conference semifinals that the Mavericks won in six games. In the loss, the Thunder's perimeter…
Mangione was born in 1998 to Louis and Kathleen Mangione, and was part of a well-known family in Maryland that owned a wide range of businesses. Luigi’s grandfather, Nick Mangione Sr., and his wife…
Stephen Kells, a U professor who studies arthropod and rodent pests in structures and nonfarm stored products, also said he hasn’t seen evidence of a mouse influx. Last year’s mild winter meant birds…
Few things in the NBA create more of a stir than when a star-caliber player has even a mildly realistic chance of being traded. And while the Miami Heat are just over a quarter of the way into the…
The Phoenix Suns are amid a three-game losing skid, and it hasn't been encouraging for some to see. Regardless, point guard Tyus Jones and forward Royce O'Neale have a different outlook on their…
OKLAHOMA CITY – The best advice Luka Dončić could get after Tuesday’s loss would be something along the lines that momma said there would be days like this. The Mavericks’ superstar had a rare game in…
In front of a raucous crowd on national TV, The Thunder (19-5) eliminated the Mavericks (16-9) from the NBA Cup, earning a trip to Las Vegas to try and win the tournament.The 57-54 first half was a…
Getty Images MILWAUKEE -- The Orlando Magic won't be going to Las Vegas. Their NBA Cup journey came to an end in the quarterfinals on Tuesday night with a 114-109 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. In…
Getty Images There's an unspoken rule of ascension in the NBA that dictates any new team hoping to rise up the league's hierarchy needs to start that process by defeating the team that had previously…
The Dallas Mavericks returned to action Tuesday night after two days off to get prepared for their Emirates NBA Cup Quarterfinal matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder. P.J. Washington had to sit this…
Charles Barkley has no chill, and that's why people love him. Earlier this week, rap mogul Jay-Z found himself in a serious situation when a woman accused
In a ridiculous twist of the rookie-superstar dynamic, Los Angeles Lakers newcomer Quincy Olivari has revealed that he's not just receiving advice from Stephen Curry – he's giving it too. Fresh off…
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The Dallas Mavericks (16-9) bowed out of the NBA Cup with a 118-104 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder (19-5) on Tuesday. The 14-point margin doesn’t even begin to accurately depict the size of the egg…
The NBA Cup is not the playoffs. There is no revenge in December for Dallas eliminating Oklahoma City from the postseason a year ago. There also are no statement games in December.What was very…
The Mavericks were eliminated from the NBA Cup Tuesday night after the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated them 118-104. This snapped Dallas’ seven-game win streak. Naji Marshall and Klay Thompson both had…
Let's cut through the noise surrounding Bronny James's NBA journey. While social media obsesses over his offensive struggles, a more nuanced story is emerging – one that suggests the younger James…
Ryan Borgwardt, 45, was booked into the Green Lake County Jail on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Victim Information and Notification Everyday system, a service that provides information to crime…
For the second year, the three buildings of the Casket Arts Campus open their doors to holiday shoppers. Pop inside artist studios at the Casket Arts Building, Carriage House and Factory to check out…
It was always going to be an uphill battle for the Magic without Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner against the
The Miami Heat are fifth in the Eastern Conference with a 12-11 record, and while they have won three straight games and seven of their last ten, the team is a far cry from the 2023 squad that made it…
Following the Charlotte Hornets' opening night victory over the Houston Rockets, a healthy LaMelo Ball looked ready to disrupt the current flow of the NBA. Alas, "Buzz City" is no longer buzzing,…
The Los Angeles Lakers aren't very good right now. Yes, they're 13-11 and well within range of a good seed in the Western Conference, but no, they're not very good. Any fan that has watched them get…
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 39 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 118-104 win over the visiting Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night in the Western Conference quarterfinals of the NBA…
The 2024-25 NBA Season hasn't been great for the Sacramento Kings (yet). They are 11-13 and are currently sitting at 12th in the Western Conference. Still, the Kings have some great players on their…
Antetokounmpo scored 37 points with seven rebounds and four blocked shots for the Bucks, who reached the semi-finals of the in-season tournament for the second year in a row and will face either the…
MILWAUKEE -- Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 37 points, Damian Lillard had nine of his 28 in the final minute and the Milwaukee Bucks returned to the NBA Cup semifinals by beating the Orlando Magic 114…
MILWAUKEE -- The Bucks are heading to Las Vegas for the second consecutive season, beating the Orlando Magic 114-109 on Tuesday night to advance to the semifinals of the NBA Cup.The Bucks will be the…
The Chicago Bulls have been much better than anybody could have expected coming into the season after they parted ways with DeMar DeRozan and Alex Caruso in the summer. They are 10-15 and sit in 10th…
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of Hamilton, Ont., scored 39 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Dallas Mavericks 118-104 on Tuesday night in an NBA Cup quarterfinal.Jalen…
Orlando’s defense can keep them in any game. That was the case Tuesday night, when the Magic forced seven first-quarter Bucks turnovers and, throughout the night, seemed to contest everything. Orlando…
Published: 00:05 EST, 11 December 2024 | Updated: 00:06 EST, 11 December 2024 OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 39 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Dallas Mavericks 118…
As LeBron James closes in on his 40th birthday, we are seeing clear signs of him slowing down. He is still a top-level player for sure but no longer one of the best in the NBA. On the court, Anthony…
On Wednesday night, the Golden State Warriors will make their Emirates NBA Cup tournament debut, as they made the playoff field for the second annual in-season cup. The Dubs will visit the Houston…
The Dallas Mavericks took on the Oklahoma City Thunder for the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup on Tuesday night, looking to build on their recent success against OKC. This budding rivalry added yet…
HOUSTON – Shortly before Warriors coach Steve Kerr spoke to reporters after practice on the home court of the Houston Rockets, the injury report showed Moses Moody is out for Wednesday night’s NBA Cup…
Stephen A. Smith has some strong opinions about LeBron James hypothetically joining Steph Curry and the Warriors. The ESPN analyst explained why he wouldn't want to see the Olympic teammates together…
Feb 13, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden (1) during warmups against the Houston Rockets at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY…
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Mavericks picked a dreadful time to throw out one of their worst performances of the season. With a trip to Las Vegas for the semifinals on the line, the Mavericks could not have…
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Pacers waived center Moses Brown on Monday, ending a short partnership. The Pacers added the big man out of necessity in November but let him go less than three weeks later.…
Marilyn Dubinski: The number of three-pointers being taken doesn’t bother me as long as they're taken in the right scenario within the flow of the offense, kind of like what the “Beautiful Game Spurs”…
There may have been some nervous moments for the Milwaukee Bucks in their NBA Cup quarterfinals clash against the Orlando Magic especially when Jalen Suggs appeared to have the iron will to lead his…
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 37 points, Damian Lillard had nine of his 28 in the final minute and the Milwaukee Bucks returned to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas by beating the Orlando Magic 114…
Late Tuesday evening, news broke that the Toronto Raptors had signed Long Island Nets A.J. Lawson to a two-way deal. Lawson became the first Long Island player to get called up in the early going of…
“That was a weird couple of days,” Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson told reporters after Tuesday’s practice in Tualatin. “I was like ‘damn.’ It’s not like I could get mad. It was just a…
Nobody is better than Darvin Ham in the NBA Cup.Ham, now a top assistant coach on Doc Rivers's Milwaukee Bucks staff, won the NBA's inaugural In-Season Tournament in 2023 as the Los Angeles Lakers'…
While Giannis Antetokounmpo was his usual dominant self, Damian Lillard was the biggest star of this year's first NBA Cup elimination game on Tuesday night. He scored 29 points to pair with the Greek…
From the corner of the John M. Belk Arena hardwood, Zach LaPut called game. Davidson led for most of its 75-71 victory over Charlotte on Tuesday night, but the pesky 49ers didn’t let the Wildcats…
It was always going to be an uphill battle for the Orlando Magic without Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner against the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night. Despite missing its star duo, along with key…
“That was a weird couple of days,” Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson told reporters after Tuesday’s practice in Tualatin. “I was like ‘damn.’ It’s not like I could get mad. It was just a…
Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images Trading Kevin Durant in 2023 put the Brooklyn Nets on a course to be among the NBA’s worst teams. They haven’t recovered since. After finishing 11th in the Eastern…
The NBA has put off expansion domestically in recent years but the league could expand its reach into Europe. There are reportedly serious conversations regarding an NBA-owned league in Europe that…
The league calendar might be in the middle of the NBA Cup, but the Dallas Mavericks have another tournament to worry about.On Monday, the Mavs participated in a playful 1-on-1 style "King of the…
Asked seemingly in jest if this trip to Houston compared to those in the past for the NBA playoffs, Stephen Curry answered earnestly while assessing the relative merits of the NBA Cup. "Not really,"…
It's widely known now that the New Orleans Pelicans and star wing Brandon Ingram aren't seeing eye-to-eye on a potential contract extension. The two sides failed to get a deal done over the offseason…
Standing at over seven feet tall and weighing around 325 pounds as a player, it’s safe to say that Shaquille O’Neal was one of the most physically imposing players in NBA history. And unfortunately…
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard have combined to lead the Milwaukee Bucks back to the NBA Cup semi-finals with a 114-109 win over the Orlando Magic.Antetokounmpo dropped 37 points while…
MILWAUKEE - Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 37 points, Damian Lillard had nine of his 28 in the final minute and the Milwaukee Bucks returned to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas by beating the Orlando…
Published: 22:09 EST, 10 December 2024 | Updated: 22:10 EST, 10 December 2024 MILWAUKEE (AP) - Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 37 points, Damian Lillard had nine of his 28 in the final minute and the…
This was always the worry entering the new NBA season -- that the league's two most legendary players would be on average teams entering the twilight of their careers. Both the Golden State Warriors…
Giannis Antetokounmpo dropped 37 points to lead Milwaukee to a 114-109 win over the visiting Orlando Magic on Tuesday, advancing the Bucks to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas.Damian Lillard tied…
What a difference a week makes. When we last left the Minnesota Timberwolves, they were reeling from a brutal four-game losing streak that had Wolves fans in full panic mode. Fast forward seven days,…
The Denver Nuggets have had trouble surrounding superstar Nikola Jokic with the right help since winning the 2023 NBA championship. Star point guard Jamal Murray is having his worst statistical season…
Although the Indiana Pacers haven't had the best season, given their 10-15 record, one of their biggest fans had quite the Tuesday. Indiana Fever superstar and friend of All-NBA point guard Tyrese…
Published: 22:13 EST, 10 December 2024 | Updated: 22:13 EST, 10 December 2024 Donald Trump is set to tap an NBA team owner to be the US Ambassador to Italy during his next presidential term.Trump will…
Following their 141-97 win over the Utah Jazz Sunday night, the Sacramento Kings had just one game on their schedule over the next seven days. Aware of that, Malik Monk joked in the locker room…
With Julius Randle gone and Karl-Anthony Towns as a happy second fiddle, Jalen Brunson leads the New York Knicks as their best point guard of the 21st century. In addition to the Knicks' successful 7…
The Raptors have agreed to a two-way deal with A.J. Lawson, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype tweets. Lawson had an eventful training camp with the Mavericks. Dallas waived Lawson and his non-guaranteed…
The B.C. Supreme Court has permitted a class action to be taken against Electronic Arts over the use of “loot boxes” within games.Article contentAccording to legal firm Slater Vecchio, the class…
Because it’s a day that ends in y and because ESPN has about five topics that rotate through, we have LeBron James trade discourse. Despite there being absolutely zero indication whatsoever that…
When Emperor Kuzco starts his day, he sticks to a self-assembled, government-mandated morning routine. From summoning the wait staff, private chef, and theme song artist to do his bidding, he finds…
In a thrilling back-and-forth finish, the Milwaukee Bucks were able to overcome the Orlando Magic and advance to the NBA Cup semifinals, 114-109. NBA.com Box Score Turnovers really troubled Milwaukee…
ATLANTA — Pay cuts were not part of the Nuggets’ game plan to get back on track Sunday, contrary to Nikola Jokic’s suggestion.But the MVP center did make an impact with his voice, at least on coach…
A year ago, ESPN’s NBA Countdown and TNT’s Inside the NBA shared the same airwaves for the first time ever for the NBA Cup festivities in Las Vegas. This year, there will once again be some crossover…
The Inside the NBA team never fails to produce hilarious highlights and that was the case once again on Wednesday during TNT’s coverage of the first NBA Cup elimination game. The Milwaukee Bucks were…
The Sacramento Kings are currently sub-.500 on the season with a 12-13 record through 25 games. Over a quarter of the way through the NBA season, their current production simply isn't going to cut it.…
The Jimmy Butler trade rumors are heating up and his coach Erik Spoelstra and teammate Tyler Herro aren’t at all happy about it. Shams reported, “The Heat are open to listening to offers for Butler…
The New Orleans Pelicans aren’t just disappointed that Brandon Ingram is injured.They also are disappointed in how he got injured.It’s why the team sent video to the league office of the play Ingram…
The Golden State Warriors squeezed out a victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday, which saw Buddy Hield catch fire again after a short slump and Draymond Green do the “Night Night”…
The Inside the NBA crew provided another classic moment at halftime of the NBA Cup quarterfinal between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Orlando Magic. After a tightly-contested first half, Kenny Smith was…
ERBSO In September 2020, NBA YoungBoy was arrested on drug, felony possession, and stolen firearm charges in Baton Rouge. Today, the rapper was sentenced to 23 months in federal prison. As per…
CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Bulls are taking advantage of a much-needed break in their schedule, and Chicago homeboys Ayo Dosunmu and Talen Horton-Tucker enjoyed a special moment after practice Tuesday.The…
The Los Angeles Lakers won their lone title with LeBron James back in 2020, but all in all one could argue that the franchise has underachieved during his tenure there. James, who will turn 40 years…
The Miami Heat are less than two years removed from an NBA Finals appearance, yet veteran star Jimmy Butler could see a change of scenery in the coming months.ESPN's Shams Charania reported the Heat…
“Tune it up, KD.” Eleven years after appearing in the NBA’s 2013 viral Christmas Day advertisement, “Jingle Hoops,” Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant got the bells ringing in a sequel the league put out…
The Orlando Magic and the Milwaukee Bucks are fighting for a spot in Las Vegas, both vying to be one of the NBA Cup's last four teams standing.Colored courts and an NBA playoff atmosphere in early…
The first NBA Cup elimination game took place on Tuesday night between the Orlando Magic and Milwaukee Bucks. TNT had the broadcast, which meant the game came with the promise of shenanigans from the…
Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone said that he would be “shocked if something changes this season.” Credit: Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images North America/Getty Images via AFP - Scanpix The…
In the basketball world, having your name come up in conversations that have nothing to do with you is likely a good thing. When it’s coming from a player talking about where they want to play, it’s…
With Inside The NBA heading to ESPN next year (although plenty of questions remain around the details of that), there’s been a lot of talk around how it may or may not interface with existing ESPN…
The San Antonio Spurs currently holding a record of 12-12 is a pretty stunning achievement for a team that has won 24 games over the past two seasons combined. The addition of veterans Chris Paul and…
Marc and Jay talk about the last 4 games, the Knicks defense, Thibs minutes allocations, the stupid NBA Cup, upcoming schedule, over/unders and more Download Episode 662 Discord – – Podcasts – – – …
Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler named the Houston Rockets as one of his three preferred teams on Tuesday morning.The Rockets, at first glance, appeared the most realistic landing spot for the six-time…
Top college basketball prospect AJ Dybantsa on Tuesday announced his commitment to BYU, and it's believed the Cougars paid big money to keep the forward
It was the news that stunned the NBA last year and it's emerged once again roughly a quarter of the way through the 2024-2025 season.Fans were left astounded by a report last year that stated the…
It’s been a bumpy couple of weeks for Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson.First, he missed two games with a left quad contusion. Then Henderson missed a game after suffering a back strain…
NBA YoungBoy finally resolved his dueling federal firearms cases Tuesday by pleading guilty to one count linked to his 2020 gun possession arrest in Louisiana and a separate count tied to a more…
Nets coach Jordi Fernandez struck a threatening tone after their loss to the Bucks on Sunday. After seeing his defense allow 67 second-half points, Fernandez had a pointed message for his players. “If…
During the final quarter of the Sacramento Kings’ 141-97 win over the Utah Jazz on Sunday night, Doug McDermott sent Golden 1 Center into a frenzy with a closing performance that will be remembered…
Brenden Nunes, Frankie Cartoscelli, and Chris Watkins present another edition of the Return of the Roar podcast, this time discussing the Sacramento Kings’ starting to catch a rhythm over the last…
Kiki VanDeWeghe ended his NBA playing career after the 1992-93 season, during which he appeared in 41 games for the Los Angeles Clippers, missing the other 41 games due to persistent injuries. “I was…
The Grizzlies targeted Jrue Holiday, who took a career-high 17 3-pointers but made only four in a 127-121 loss, which caught the Celtics off guard.
While the Golden State Warriors have a couple days off to prepare for their NBA Cup quarterfinal against the Houston Rockets, the Santa Cruz Warriors were back in action in the G League on Monday…
The Dallas Mavericks will take on the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night for the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup. Both teams are arguably the hottest in the NBA currently, as the Mavericks own the…
You can be sure that December 9 was circled on these players' calendars.In the NBA's only game scheduled for that night, the Toronto Raptors welcomed the New York Knicks to Scotiabank Arena, where a…
Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images Brandon Ingram trade rumors have been in circulation for the better part of the past year with the New Orleans Pelicans trying to plan out their future. While the All…
NBA YoungBoy finally resolved his dueling federal firearms cases Tuesday by pleading guilty to one count linked to his 2020 gun possession arrest in Louisiana and a separate count tied to a more…
While the Saints are not currently for sale, a potential buyer has reportedly expressed interest in owning the team one day. Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta told the Houston Business Journal's…
Philadelphia 76ers fans were treated to something on Sunday afternoon they haven’t seen yet at all this season: the team’s Big 3 starting a game together and actually all making it to the final horn…
On their way to the NBA Finals last season, one of the toughest series for the Dallas Mavericks was undoubtedly their second-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder.The Thunder entered the…
Last year, the Portland Trail Blazers found a gem in the form of undrafted 27-year-old Duop Reath, who had a remarkable journey to get to the league. Now, it could be time for them to cash in their…
It’s that time of year where the LeBron James trade rumors are in full swing, so let’s take a look at the juiciest chatter that’s out there. By all reports, the Lakers are not seriously considering…
Between Beyoncé and the Chiefs on Netflix, the NBA will also be playing games on Christmas Day. And in an effort to hype up the league’s slate of games on a holiday it used to own, the NBA will bring…
The Warriors are going to Houston for a snowball-effect game: The result greatly determines what the next two weeks look like for Golden State, one way or another.If Golden State beats Houston, the…
New Orleans Pelicans rookie Yves Missi has been a lone bright spot for a struggling and injured team this season. The former Baylor center was not expected to make such a quick impact, but the 6-foot…
While the Phoenix Suns have been borderline impressive this season when they have been healthy, it has been a different story when Kevin Durant has been unable to play.He missed some games earlier…
Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra dismissed trade rumors involving Jimmy Butler, saying it’s a narrative he doesn’t care about. The trade rumors involving Jimmy Butler are getting louder by the day.…
“Although we deeply miss being there to cheer on the team alongside all of you, we’re excited about the direction our team is heading,” Taylor said in a message to season ticket holders. “Becky and I…
The Portland Trail Blazers lost in an upset to the Utah Jazz during the Blazers’ LGBTQ+ Pride Night on Friday, Dec. 6.The NBA’s Pride Nights celebrates queer sports fans while raising money and…
In the first leg of an Oklahoma City doubleheader at the Paycom Center on Tuesday, the Blue's Buddy Boeheim continued his streak of making six threes to three straight in a 107-103 loss to the…
The Season of Giving marches on for the Dallas Mavericks, and their latest mission to spread holiday cheer included a very special visit to
Midway through the third quarter on Monday, Jalen Brunson brought the ball up the floor, dribbling toward a Karl-Anthony Towns screen. Once Brunson drew the attention of two Raptors defenders, he knew…
Per a report from NBA Insider Evan Sidery, Robert Williams III is an increasingly tantalizing trade target for a number of NBA ballclubs. Sidery’s claims come via his post on X (formerly Twitter) that…
The Phoenix Suns have been bad without Kevin Durant this season, but between Devin Booker, Bradley Beal they have more than enough talent
The CHGO Bulls crew welcome NBA reporter from The Stein Line and Bleacher Report Jake Fischer to the show!
The trade rumors surrounding LeBron James and the Golden State Warriors are nothing new. Over the past few seasons, it's a discourse that has inspired unlikely trade proposals. The Los Angeles Lakers…
Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch has been adamant about one thing since the moment the Karl-Anthony Towns trade went down the night before training camp began: it would take time for…
This time a year ago, the New Orleans Pelicans were a part of the knockout round of the NBA’s inaugural in-season tournament.They were gearing up to play the Sacramento Kings in the first round of the…
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Glen Taylor sent a letter to Minnesota Timberwolves’ season ticket-holders this week, explaining his recent absence from Target Center. Before you read anything more into it,…
When things go poorly for the Nuggets, everyone and their mother comes out of the woodwork with an opinion. But it hasn’t just been constrained to the media; players and coaches have weighed in on the…
Philadelphia's City Council will, once again, discuss the controversial proposal for a 76ers arena on Market East this week. The Committee of the Whole is set to take up on Wednesday, and possibly…
A recent report from ESPN’s Shams Charania revealed that the Miami Heat are open to hearing trade offers on star forward Jimmy Butler, whose camp has some preferred destinations in mind.With Butler’s…
Liberty Mutual ads play too often on streaming services. Is there a solution? During the 2024 NBA playoffs, the first bar of Rae Sremmurd’s “No Flex Zone” sent me scrambling for the mute button. The…
The NBA season is well underway and we've reached the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup, with two games tonight on TNT and two tomorrow night on ESPN. The winners of each game will head to Vegas to play in…
The New Orleans Pelicans are reeling after a 5-20 start to the year. The team has a major decision to make regarding Brandon Ingram's future and how to get under the luxury cap. New Orleans has never…
LA Clippers coach Ty Lue said that Kawhi Leanord could return to game action within the next two weeks. The LA Clippers could get Kawhi Leonard back soon. According to Clippers coach Ty Lue, Leonard…
Timothée Chalamet‘s passion for the New York Knicks isn’t just a recent phenomenon. An old tweet unearthed on Monday revealed the Hollywood star's Knicks fandom stretches back to his teenage years,…
December 10th 2024 at 5:41pm CST by Dana Gauruder Injuries apparently played a role in the Raptors decision to waive two-way player DJ Carton. With Scottie Barnes, Immanuel Quickley and Bruce Brown
The Denver Nuggets have been led by Nikola Jokic for years now. He's developed from an unknown second-round pick to a surefire superstar and future Hall of Fame player. He's got a championship under…
Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan returned to practice Tuesday after missing seven games with a left knee sprain, a sign that he could play Friday against San Antonio.However, when asked…
Settle in and watch some of the NBA’s better teams play in this year’s edition of the NBA Cup Semifinals. Here are tonight’s matchups: 4:00 p.m. | TNT | Orlando Magic at Milwaukee Bucks 6:30 p.m. |…
In this week's Terry's Talkin' podcast, Terry Pluto and host David Campbell look at Evan Mobley's breakout with the Cavs; and a listener suggests a comparison between Jameis Winston and a Browns QB…
December 15 is an important date on the NBA calendar as 85 more players become eligible to be traded.That means there are more options available for contending teams to add another star or that final…
NBA stars Jimmy Butler and Brandon Ingram are both open to being traded, ESPN NBA Insider Shams Charania reported. He reported that Butler, a six-time All-Star, “is believed to prefer a win-now…
The Oklahoma City Thunder have been electric this season. They are 18-5 and atop the Western Conference with an upcoming NBA Cup knockout contest against the Dallas Mavericks. The arrival of Alex…
The 2020 draft included numerous star-level players outside of the top 10. Much to the Golden State Warriors' dismay, their first-round pick didn't pan out in the slightest. In a fantasy re-draft, the…
NBA YoungBoy has officially been sentenced in his federal gun case stemming from a 2020 incident in Louisiana.According to The Tribune, YB was sentenced on Tuesday (December 10), receiving 27 months…
One-time Boston Celtics guard Lonnie Walker IV did not hesitate to compare and contrast the NBA to the EuroLeague. The former NBA guard is now playing in the EuroLeague. Walker signed a deal with…
Learn about the Golden State Warriors' strategies in the NBA trade market. Find out the players they are considering to improve their roster.
YoungBoy Never Broke Again has been sentenced to 23 months in prison for gun possession in Utah.NBA YoungBoy SentencedOn Tuesday (Dec. 10), NBA YoungBoy officially learned his fate after pleading…
“Cobalt ... took advantage of MyPillow, a cash-strapped business that needed funds quickly,” the complaint says. “This transaction is an illegal, usurious loan,” and MyPillow wants a judge to declare…
Though the month-long delay of Isaiah Hartenstein's OKC Thunder regular season debut may not have been ideal, his addition to the rotation came at the perfect time.After seeing star big Chet Holmgren…
Rapper NBA YoungBoy struck a deal with prosecutors that resulted in a 23-month federal prison sentence on Tuesday (December 10), following guilty pleas to firearms charges linked to separate incidents…
There are a lot of former lottery picks on the Houston Rockets. Jalen Green. Jabari Smith Jr. Amen Thompson. Reed Sheppard. A pattern emerges if you look at the history of how each of these players…
Ahead of the 2024-25 NBA regular season, Pat Riley of the Miami Heat made it clear that the storied franchise was not interested in trading superstar Jimmy Butler, even though all signs seemed to…
Compared to previous seasons, where Paolo Banchero and Victor Wembanyama ran away with the NBA's Rookie of the Year race, there is no obvious choice at the top of this year's rookie rankings.…
While the Dallas Mavericks are 16-8 and in fourth place in the Western Conference, that doesn't mean that they won't look to get better ahead of the February trade deadline.Dallas has made multiple…
The Portland Trail Blazers are on a four-game losing streak after falling to the Mavericks, Clippers, Jazz, and Lakers. Some losses have been more embarrassing than others, such as their 141-99…
The Clippers were in the midst of a drill when suddenly, and even surprisingly, Kawhi Leonard joined their practice session Tuesday.“We were doing a shooting drill at the beginning of practice and we…
We’re back today with another exciting NBA slate featuring some of our favorite matchups here at Basketball Forever. With the help of advanced simulations and machine learning, our Basketball Forever…
Over the past couple of seasons, there’s been a lot of talk about Brandon Ingram’s future with the New Orleans Pelicans, as he wants to get paid a considerable amount of money with a contract…
Another day of NBA betting has arrived, and we’re here to provide you with our top picks for Tuesday’s NBA basketball matchups. Our Basketball Forever betting bot has run thousands of simulations on…
INGLEWOOD, Calif. -- LA Clippers star Kawhi Leonard, sidelined all season because of inflammation in his right knee, returned to practice Tuesday, coach Ty Lue said. Leonard could return to game…
The Phoenix Suns have six players who they will be eligible trade come December 15th, when the restrictions on moving players signed either during the offseason officially lifts. Of those individuals,…
The Los Angeles Clippers appear to be preparing for Kawhi Leonard to return to game action after missing the first few months of the NBA season. While Leonard still has no timetable to return, the…
New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram reportedly declined a $50 million per season extension offer in 2023, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The revelation, shared during Charania’s…
Talking about the rumors that the Houston Rockets would be a preferred destination for Jimmy Butler if he were to be traded by the Miami Heat , general manager Rafael Stone gave his opinion on the…
Maybe the easiest way to think about Zaccharie Risacher’s game is to compare it to his English. Both are works in progress, befitting a 19-year-old NBA roo
SALT LAKE CITY – Welcome to the Utah Jazz mailbag where this week we look at whether Will Hardy has proven he can develop the team’s young players. Each week we will send out a prompt on X and BlueSky…
The Utah Jazz have no qualms with their current record, even if that means suffering through embarrassing blowout losses. However, the Phoenix Suns are a different story. After starting the season off…
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Apr 19, 2023; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) during game two of the 2023 NBA Playoffs against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA…
Longtime TNT commentator Reggie Miller is drawing interest from a rival television network, according to a report.
Retired Basketball Hall of Famer Dirk Nowitzki could potentially land a big national broadcasting gig, according to a report.
The New York Knicks made a pivotal decision midway through the 2023-24 season, trading RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley to the Toronto Raptors in exchange for OG Anunoby. Fans were initially shocked…
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The New Orleans Pelicans were expected to be major players on the trade market heading into the 2024-25 NBA season. One of the league's worst-kept secrets was that Brandon Ingram was on the chopping…
There was a conversation Cleveland guard Donovan Mitchell had during training camp, the topic being all the teams that were generating the most preseason buzz in the Eastern Conference. Boston was…
SALT LAKE CITY – Isaiah Collier wasn’t long for the G League after his dynamite showing for the Salt Lake City Stars. The Utah Jazz recalled the rookie after his dominant performance in Monday night’s…
Dec 10, 2024, 10:10 PMWhile fantasy football season is winding down to its final month, we have some good news -- there's still plenty of time to play ESPN fantasy basketball!And if you feel out of…
Montrezl Harrell opens up on being embraced by the Adelaide 36ers and the NBL.
Did Boston Celtics general manager Brad Stevens stumble upon another proverbial diamond in the rough by adding another recent young undrafted player?Second-year Boston reserve forward Drew Peterson,…
On Sunday (Dec. 15), 85 players who signed or extended contracts this summer become eligible to be traded, which makes it the date trade talks around the NBA start to move from the back burner to the…
Are the Miami Heat willing to trade Jimmy Butler? That’s the latest noise from the rumor mill, as players like Herb Jones, Brandon Ingram, and others pop up
PHOENIX -- News unveiled today of a potential Jimmy Butler trade isn't the only huge potential move that could directly impact the Phoenix Suns. Cam Johnson - famously traded by the Phoenix Suns to…
Piper’s Penn Pal | Why Penn students must celebrate living in Philadelphia by connecting with the city’s sports culture By Piper Slinka-Petka 11 minutes ago Credit: Katrina Itona Although my family…
The Toronto Raptors certainly did not resemble a 14th-seeded team when they faced the New York Knicks on December 9. The Raptors put up a strong fight against New York, doing their utmost to keep the…
“I do think America can do better, be kinder, and talk to each other more,” she wrote. “But in this current environment of hate and small-mindedness, I’m glad I don’t live in Becker/Clear Lake…
Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images Since emerging as an All-Star with the Chicago Bulls, Jimmy Butler has transferred from team to team in pursuit of one major achievement: an NBA Championship.…
Thanks to a couple of injuries and the challenge of battling a talented Western Conference rival, there were more significant changes to the Golden State Warriors rotation on Sunday against the…
Midseason acquisitions aren't all that rare. Especially for the Indiana Pacers.Last year, Pascal Siakam came to the Pacers from the Toronto Raptors for Bruce Brown and a first-round pick in the 2024…
Kawhi Leonard practiced for the first time this season on Tuesday, with sources telling ESPN's Dave McMenamin that Leonard could make his season debut within the next two weeks barring any setbacks to…
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he Miami Heat and their superstar forward Jimmy Butler were at the center of NBA headlines, as it was announced that the team was willing to hear offers for the player who has helped guide them to…
Louisiana-based rapper NBA YoungBoy, whose real name is Kentrell DeSean Gaulden and also goes by YoungBoy Never Broke Again, has been sentenced to 23 months in federal prison. The 25 year-old was…
Donovan Clingan, the No. 7 overall pick of June’s draft, has been cleared for on-court workouts as he ramps up toward a return, according to the Trail Blazers, who announced (via Twitter) that the…
In a bit of a surprising move, Jimmy Butler became likely the biggest name to be on the trade block this season. On Monday, Shams Charania of ESPN reported that the Heat would be “open to listening to…
Three weeks after chart-topping Baton Rouge rapper NBA YoungBoy pleaded guilty to state charges tied to a prescription drug fraud operation, he stood inside another courtroom in Utah on Tuesday and…
The Indiana Pacers have had a disappointing start to the 2024-25 NBA season. It should not be surprising to anyone to see the Pacers tinker with the roster, in hopes of getting back on track. One of…
Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images The New York Knicks have need for an additional difference maker to join their second unit. The Knicks would also benefit from having another def
Deep in the Toronto "6" were the New York Knicks as they faced RJ Barrett and the Toronto Raptors. Barrett looked to make a statement on this occasion against
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A restaurant owned by NBA player James Harden in Houston, Texas, has been named in a wrongful death lawsuit filed this week.The lawsuit, filed in Harris County District Court on Monday, alleges that…
CREDIT: CHICAGO BULLS NCT Dream's Mark and Chenle were seen attending a Chicago Bulls game at the United Center as special guests.The Chicago Bulls highlighted their presence by sharing photos of Mark…
December 15 has been marked as an important date for the New Orleans Pelicans. This day marks the point when every player who signed as a free agent in the offseason becomes eligible to be traded.…
Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra addresses trade speculations surrounding star forward Jimmy Butler following Shams Charania's report.
The current four-day break without a game will be the second-longest break of the season, just after February's All-Star festivities. The Chicago Bulls last played on December 8 and will resume play…
Winning a championship in any level of basketball is always a difficult feat to achieve. In fact, just winning at least one already contributes greatly to any NBA player's basketball legacy.However,…
It's been a rough season for the Portland Trail Blazers so far this year, as the team currently sits at 8-16 following Sunday evening's road loss vs the Los Angeles Lakers. The team has already dealt…
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso reminded reporters of how his team’s playoff run ended against the Dallas Mavericks last season, using the pronoun “we” when he was still a member of the…
You may be wondering why this report is coming out today, as YB was given a 27-month prison stay back in mid-November. This is a reduction of that ruling, which did tie in his drug fraud case. Then,…
The Golden State Warriors are at the doorstep of adding another star ahead of this NBA season's trade deadline. The Warriors are 14-9 on the current campaign.
How different would the Timberwolves' season be if they had acquired Brandon Ingram instead of Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo? According to ESPN NBA insider Sham Charania, Minnesota showed a…
Before Monday, Karl-Anthony Towns had never won a game when the Minnesota Timberwolves played the Toronto Raptors. In just his second month with the New York Knicks, though, that drought ended. Towns…
Who is the best defender in the NBA this season?There are a few names tossed around when that question is asked, such as Victor Wembanyama, Anthony Davis, Rudy Gobert, Dyson Daniels, and more.But…
The 76ers are on their second consecutive multi-game winning streak after defeating the Chicago Bulls 108-100 on Sunday. With the first part of the 2024-25 season wrapping up, the what-ifs are…
The New Orleans Pelicans' season is in turmoil after a disastrous 5-20 start. Star forward Brandon Ingram's contract is uncertain, Zion Williamson has ongoing injury issues, and there are growing…
INGLEWOOD, Calif. - Los Angeles Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue set the record straight and defended superstar Kawhi Leonard during his interview on the Stephen A. Smith Show that was posted to YouTube…
Lonnie Walker spoke about signing with Zalgiris, his desire to return to the NBA and the possibility of staying in Europe. Lonnie Walker was the latest guest on the Triple Threat Show' podcast, hosted…
Cade Cunningham took to Instagram after the Detroit Pistons' win over the New York Knicks to make a statement.
Shams Charania of ESPN reported on Tuesday morning that the Miami Heat are willing to listen to trade offers for Jimmy Butler. It makes sense — the Heat are barely above .500, which is good enough for…
Caitlin Clark had a pretty good 2024, and on Tuesday, she wrapped it up (well, for now) in style by getting named Time’s Athlete of the Year. The Indiana Fever star and NCAA record-setter at the…
Whenever a big name hits the trade market or gets waived in the NBA, fans inevitably start wondering if the Phoenix Suns should make a move. Sometimes, it’s downright comical. Like clockwork, every…
For years, basketball fans and analysts have compared the NBA to the EuroLeague and said that one is better than the other.Now a former NBA star who is finding success in the EuroLeague is speaking…
Clippers forward Derrick Jones will be sidelined for at least a couple weeks after suffering a right hamstring strain, the team announced (Twitter link via Dave McMenamin of ESPN). Jones will be…
The Minnesota Timberwolves traded Karl-Anthony Towns and now he is teetering on MVP consideration. What about Anthony Edwards?
The NBA's in-season tournament has been the subject of mockery by critics who dismiss its relevance. Fans of international sports leagues may care about trophies that aren't for league championships.…
The Portland Trail Blazers have announced rookie center Donovan Clingan has been cleared for on-court workouts and is considered day-to-day as he continues to recover from a grade 2 MCL sprain in his…
PHOENIX -- The first two months of the NBA season have yielded mixed results for not only the Phoenix Suns - but for a team they squared off with this weekend in the Miami Heat as well. The Heat have…
LaVine and a 40-point game is almost "Break in case of emergency" at this point, as coach Billy Donovan has wanted a more well-rounded scoring profile from his roster. That doesn't mean that LaVine…
RJ Barrett and the Toronto Raptors (7-18) fell short of a victory over the Duke basketball product's former team on Monday night, as they recorded a 113-108 home loss to the New York Knicks (15…
Karl-Anthony Towns hit a huge, game-icing 3 with 6 seconds left as the 24-second clock was about to expire — then in celebration pointed out the New York on the front of his uniform to the crowd in…
The Sacramento Kings have started their 2024-25 season with a 12-13 record, sitting in 12th place in the Western Conference. A busy offseason had fans believing the Kings would be competing in a tough…
Bronny James has spent a lot of time in the G League this season, working on his skills and potentially preparing for a return to the NBA as a bigger and better star.But James might need more than…
Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown had a lot to say following the Kings 141-97 win over the Utah Jazz. Brown humorously made it a point to the media in attendance they need to be methodical for…
If there is one thing NBA Commissioner Adam Silver and FIBA Secretary General Andreas Zagklis agree upon, it is that there is a lot more money to be made in Europe from basketball.“There’s agreement…
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The Blazers are expected to be one of the more active teams on the NBA trade market this season after a 8-16 start and a familiar face for Celtics fans could be one name on the move. According to…
The Los Angeles Lakers have given LeBron James plenty over the last year. He signed a massive two-year $101.3 million contract in the offseason with a no-trade clause. The Lakers also drafted his son…
The Golden State Warriors got back on track against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday, claiming a 114-106 victory after a back-and-forth game at Chase Center.While Buddy Hield's 27-point back…
The Dallas Mavericks (16-8) sit in fourth place in the Western Conference and one NBA superstar has the team on his shortlist of trade destinations according to NBA Insider Shams Charania. The player…
Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka may be very busy very soon.As his team struggles to rise in the standings, there are many people saying Pelinka needs to make a large splash and commit…
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Giannis Antetokounmpo has been the driving force behind the Milwaukee Bucks turning around their season. Once 2-8, the Bucks have moved to 12-11 overall, using the NBA Cup as a springboard to finding…
We've got the Rockets vs. Warriors NBA Cup Quarter-Final Results according to NBA 2K25 to see who the game predicts as our winner. The two teams will compete to advance in the NBA's second annual in…
The New Orleans Pelicans are reportedly receiving trade inquiries for CJ McCollum and Herb Jones amid ongoing speculation about Brandon Ingram's future with the team. According to ESPN's Shams…
247Sports Embed Resource No NBA star creates headlines quite like Kyrie Irving. He isn't always in the news, but when he is, there's usually some pretty unique and often amusing subject matter. This…
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The Phoenix Suns could be dealing with a significant issue due to Kevin Durant's absence. According to Stat Muse, Devin Booker and the Suns have a meager 1-9 record when Durant is out of the lineup,…
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The Miami Heat world was rattled on Tuesday by an ESPN report about the future of star forward Jimmy Butler.According to the report, which comes from NBA insider Shams Charania, the Heat are open to…
The Charlotte Hornets have been on the cusp of playoff contention for several years, and fans have been pleading with the front office to commit to the changes needed to make them one of the most…
Boston Celtics three-time All Star forward Jaylen Brown has been developing a personal rivalry with the Milwaukee Bucks two-time NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo over the course of this season. After the…
As trade season approaches in the NBA, the Golden State Warriors appear increasingly likely to make a move. According to a recent report from ESPN, the team has already expressed interest in several…
The Warriors will search high and low for a potential upgrade to their starting lineup. And one Eastern Conference team could provide multiple solutions. The Brooklyn Nets have received trade interest…
The New Orleans Pelicans have had perhaps the worst luck in the NBA this season and they are ready to turn the page and look to the future.Will they make any moves before the trade deadline in order…
A pair of Pelicans have positioned themselves for plenty of interest on the trade market around the NBA.New Orleans Pelicans starters Herb Jones and CJ McCollum have both garnered interest from…
Cam Johnson is becoming a hot name in the NBA trade market. There's no doubt about it, as the former Tar Heel is averaging 18.8 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.9 assists while shooting 48.8% from the…
We've got the Knicks vs. Hawks NBA Cup Quarter-Final Results according to NBA 2K25 to see who the game predicts as our winner. The two teams will compete to advance in the NBA's second annual in…
The NBA's most famous commercial amongst younger fans is “Jingle Hoops” from 2013. On Tuesday, the league unveiled its first official recreation of the hit advertisement.The original “Jingle Hoops”…
The Golden State Warriors have righted the ship as of late, winning a thrilling contest over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday evening to push their 2024-25 record to 14-9. Golden State had been in…
The NBA is roughly a quarter of its way through the season, and as a result, trade rumors are starting to warm up. That’s the natural cycle of the league as contenders are looking to take that next…
Despite having the best three-point and free-throw shooter in NBA history with Steph Curry, the Golden State Warriors are a mid-tier three-point shooting team and the worst free-throw shooting team in…
The New Orleans Pelicans have opened the year 5-20. Injuries have derailed the team, with many of its key players, like Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson, missing significant time. New Orleans won 49…
The group stage in the second annual NBA Cup, formerly known as the In-Season Tournament, came to an end last week. We now know which eight team — the Atlanta Hawks, Dallas Mavericks, Golden State…
We are nearing the unofficial beginning of trade season, specifically Saturday when trade restrictions on 80 players will be lifted, making complicated trades — and they all are under the new CBA —…
The Denver Nuggets continue to struggle, but Nikola Jokic is once again having an MVP-worthy season.The Serbian superstar is averaging 32.3 points, 13.6 rebounds, and 10.2 assists per game, shooting…
The Golden State Warriors made a surprising decision recently.Steve Kerr moved Draymond Green to the bench to accommodate Jonathan Kuminga.Green had been playing as well as he usually does.But the…
Amazon Prime Video will have the rights starting next season, when the NBA’s 11-year, $77 billion media-rights deal takes effect.
New Orleans Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson finds himself in a familiar place, on the sideline due to injury. The two-time all-star is out indefinitely with a hamstring injury suffered last…
With TNT's NBA TV package coming to an end after the 2024-25 season, NBC and Amazon will help carry the load starting in the 2025-26 season. That also means new color analysts will be needed for their…
It was a good end to the week for the Milwaukee Bucks, ending a mini slide to beat the Brooklyn Nets 118-113 thanks to a strong final quarter on Sunday. Khris Middleton made his return against the…
TORONTO — The Toronto Raptors have confirmed that Scottie Barnes has a sprained right ankle.Barnes was wearing an air cast boot and walking with a cane at Scotiabank Arena during practice this…
Will the Los Angeles Lakers look to move on from LeBron James?
As they prepare for their NBA Cup quarterfinal battle with the Houston Rockets, the Golden State Warriors have been the talk of the town around the NBA. Aside from their hot start to the season…
The latest chapter of the saga involving Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler and a possible trade was the latest reporting from ESPN's Shams Charania about the team being open to a move and the forward's…
Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George and Chris Paul have not been fans of one another for a few seasons now. On Podcast P, the 76ers marquee player explained how his relationship with Paul was once…
When Trajan Langdon took over as president of the Detroit Pistons, he opted for moderate change rather than blowing up the roster. He added veterans to complement the core, and will spend the season…
LeBron James has managed to play in all but one game for the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2024-25 NBA season. While it's a commendable effort from the 39-year-old, it's not helping the team consistently…
“There is no truth to the report that TSN is being considered for sale,” a Bell Media spokesperson told the Star.
Everyone’s favorite Tall Baller from the G may be able to add a new line onto his résumé in the coming years as NBA game rights change hands following TNT’s last season as a broadcast partner. Dirk…
Caitlin Clark became one of the most talked about people in the world of sports in 2024, for better and worse. The WNBA’s Rookie of the Year played a major role in the league’s surge in popularity,…
Published: 14:05 EST, 10 December 2024 | Updated: 14:05 EST, 10 December 2024 PROVO, Utah (AP) - AJ Dybantsa, the projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA draft, announced his commitment to BYU on…
It’s been a sensational season so far for Buddy Hield of the Golden State Warriors.The 31-year-old guard has played for multiple teams throughout his eight years in the league, but he feels like a…
LeBron James could’ve signed with any NBA team in the offseason.He was a free agent, so he could’ve taken less money to play for a championship contender.He even reportedly claimed to be willing to…
With the NBA trade season approaching, speculation has intensified regarding potential blockbuster moves. One rumor that has resurfaced involves the Los Angeles Lakers potentially trading LeBron James…
The NBA's player acquisition markets are constantly shifting around new CBA parameters, the supply of talent, and the demand from contenders to add another All-Star piece. Only game-changing, globally…
The Indiana Pacers are 10-15 and tied for the eighth seed in the NBA's Eastern Conference. The team definitely did not dream of a start like this. But with December 15 marking the day that the…
It's not every day we get to see a player of the magnitude of Chris Paul. After passing Jason Kidd for second place on the NBA all-time assist leaderboard on Sunday, the San Antonio Spurs took time to…
Jarred Vanderbilt has continued his rehab this season as he vies to return from multiple foot offseason foot surgeries that have kept him out for the entirety of this season. The lengthy, high-energy…
A report from ESPN's Shams Charania on Monday indicated that the Miami Heat would be open to listening to trade offers for six-time All-Star Jimmy Butler, and that Butler would have interest in three…
Tyronn Lue was not impressed.The current LA Clippers coach opened up on the Stephen A Smith podcast on an offseason of speculation, about a possible switch to the Lakers - but the story goes back…
When the Pelicans and Brandon Ingram discussed an extension during the offseason, he and his representatives at Excel Sports Management were seeking $50MM per season, reports Shams Charania of ESPN…
Teams don't commonly have an extended break during the NBA season. However, the Lakers are granted the gift of time, having four days between games. The gap is due to the Lakers' elimination from the…
In a Round 2 rematch with the Dallas Mavericks (16-8), the Oklahoma City Thunder (18-5) look to advance in the NBA Cup and prove they can advance further than they did against the Mavs last…
The NBA draft is months away, but the scouting process has already begun as college basketball is in full swing. In every draft class, there are high-profile prospects who come into college with the…
Three days ago ESPN's Michael Wilbon assessed the state of play in the NBA and cooked up the diabolical idea that the Golden State Warriors need to trade for LeBron James. Stephen A. Smith, Shannon…
As we approach the unofficial start of NBA trade season (more on that later), the carousel has already begun to spin. Tuesday morning, ESPN’s Shams Charania opened up his notebook to reveal what the…
SAN FRANCISCO – To Buddy Hield, the Bahamas will always be home. The food. The weather. The beaches and all the activities – from the nightlife and enjoying a glass of rum, to the freedom of jumping…
PHOENIX -- Could the season be slipping away from the Phoenix Suns before our very eyes?It certainly is possible - as the same injury problems that plagued this roster over the last two-plus years are…
Would the reigning champion Boston Celtics dare to move on from one of their key starters just a year removed from claiming their record 18th NBA title?Colin Keane of The Sporting News proposes that,…
Jimmy Butler trade rumors are beginning to surface, but Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra is not concerned.“It's been our best, most consistent stretch of the season,” Spoelstra said, via Ira…
In a shocking turn of events, it appears that Jimmy Butler is now available on the trade block. Shams Charania reports that the Miami Heat will listen to offers for their star small forward. They will…
Toronto Raptors star Scottie Barnes was present for the team's practice on Tuesday wearing a walking boot after exiting Monday's loss against the New York Knicks with an injury. The Raptors reiterated…
A.J. Dybantsa, a 6-foot-9 wing player who is the No. 1 prospect in high school basketball and the projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA draft, announced his commitment to BYU on Tuesday…
Butler, 35, could be one of the best players available via trade this season.
Jimmy Butler has not asked to be traded, and the Heat is not aggressively shopping him. But Miami is now open to listening to offers on Butler and trading him for an offer it deems appealing enough,…
Milwaukee Bucks fans feared their season was over almost as soon as it began, as the team stumbled to a 2-8 record in their first 10 games. Damian Lillard struggled to find his shooting rhythm, Khris…
The Miami Heat are welcoming trade offers for star forward Jimmy Butler after the team's 12-10 start this season. On Tuesday, ESPN's Shams Charania reported that Miami is listening to offers for the…
The Washington Wizards are the worst team in the Eastern Conference and have little chance of reaching the playoffs this season.So, that has everyone wondering which players they will part ways with…
It's a new year and the same problems for the Washington Wizards. A 3-19 start to the 2024-25 NBA season has the Wizards on track to finish with a losing record for the seventh straight season. The…
Anthony Davis and the Los Angeles Lakers finally arrived back home and they took care of business against the Portland Trail Blazers this past Sunday to snap their losing streak. Even with the Lakers…
Breaking: NBA teams deal with injuries all the time. There are cases for legitimate excuses, but the Phoenix Suns' recent nightmare back-to-back in Florida is not one of them. The Miami Heat and…
As valuable as Malik Monk has been for the Sacramento Kings in a reserve role over the years, he’s already proving his worth as a starter. Monk, who came off the bench for his first 162 games in a…
In a move that sent shockwaves through the basketball world that resemble the reverberations created by "The Decision" of LeBron James, the No. 1 prospect in high school basketball and the projected…
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James said in October that he planned to play in all 82 games in the 2024-25 regular season, a goal that officially ended when he missed L.A.’s most recent game…
The Los Angeles Lakers have had an inconsistent start to the season. They are 13-11 but have dropped seven of their last ten games. They started the season with a 10-4 record, but the same problems…
Jericho Sims was tabbed as the New York Knicks’ backup center to start the season thanks to the injuries to Precious Achiuwa and Mitchell Robinson. Achiuwa
A.J. Dybantsa, the favorite to become the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, committed to the BYU Cougars and coach Kevin Young on Tuesday with an official announcement made on ESPN’s First Take. Why…
The Philadelphia 76ers have won four of their last five games, rising to 12th place in the Eastern Conference. As The Postal Service sang, they will see us waving from such great heights. Jokes aside,…
PHOENIX -- There's hope the Phoenix Suns could gain their most important player back soon. Kevin Durant has missed ten of Phoenix's 23 regular season games thus far with a mix of calf and ankle…
A star player to complement Stephen Curry? Get the latest on the Golden State Warriors' potential blockbuster trade.
The Portland Trail Blazers may undergo a significant roster shake-up as multiple teams express interest in three key players: Jerami Grant, Anfernee Simons, and Robert Williams III, according to…
The Dallas Mavericks are set to go head-to-head with the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday. Tuesday night's game represents a pivotal NBA Cup quarterfinals clash as the Mavs look to defeat the Thunder…
The phrase ‘Minnesota Nice’, synonymous with the well mannered, polite and neighbourly nature of Minnesotans has been transformed this basketball season, thanks to the first creative campaign in four…
With chances of rebounding this season growing increasingly slim, the Portland Trail Blazers are thinking about their future and are willing to hear offers on some of their biggest stars.According to…
The Warriors are among the betting favorites to land 6-time NBA All-Star Jimmy Butler via trade, per online sportsbook Bovada.
The Portland Trail Blazers own an 8-16 record over the first 24 games of the 2024-25 NBA season. Losing twice as much as they win is not unexpected. Portland wasn’t slated to contend this year. Their…
AJ Dybantsa has finally made his long awaited decision. As the number one recruit in both college and the 2026 NBA draft. He has come down to his final 4 final schools. Making his decision on First…
According to inside reports, the Brooklyn Nets are willing to part ways with just about anyone this season, and that means multiple teams will be picking up the phone and giving them a call.Evan…
The Raptors have waived guard D.J. Carton, the team announced today in a press release. Carton had been on a two-way contract with Toronto. An undrafted free agent out of Marquette in 2021, Carton…
On Tuesday, the top high school basketball recruit in the Class of 2025, AJ Dybantsa, made his college commitment on ESPN’s First Take. The dynamic 6’9 forward is expected to be the top pick in the…
With Victor Wembanyama dealing with a back injury for much of last week, it should come as no surpise that the San Antonio Spurs lost three in a row, falling to the Phoenix Suns, Chicago Bulls, and…
Bill Plaschke is completely off base with his recent Los Angeles Times article. While exciting and controversial, suggesting the Lakers should part ways with LeBron James and Anthony Davis offers an…
To promote its upcoming quintet of Christmas Day games, the NBA has re-engineered its most popular television commercial ever, “Jingle Hoops,” with a current-day animated version entitled “Jingle…
The Cleveland Cavaliers have looked dominant through 25 games this season, and they’re about to get another boost in the form of sharpshooter Max Strus.According to a report, Strus is expected to make…
The Atlanta Hawks have been playing above expectations to start the 2024-25 season; they may have suffered brutal losses to the Washington Wizards, and they're coming off a rough 30-point loss to the…
A new era appears to be dawning on the Golden State Warriors. After much dilly-dallying, the Warriors look as though they're now willing to hand over the keys to the team to Jonathan Kuminga —…
The New Orleans Pelicans are financially tied up after acquiring Dejounte Murray and extending Trey Murphy III during the offseason. Those moves have left the Pelicans $31 million below the luxury tax…
The New York Knicks made their 113-108 win over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night look pretty with exceptional passing on the affair. It's commendable to
Justin Anderson joined Realscreen as senior staff writer in 2021, reporting and writing stories for the newsletter and magazine. During his 20-year career he’s filled a variety of roles as a writer…
Jimmy Butler trade talk felt inevitable after he and the Heat did not agree to an extension last summer. Miami wasn’t going down that road — after last season Pat Riley expressed his frustration with…
Six-time All-Star Jimmy Butler has been the face of the Miami Heat for several seasons, but based on the latest reporting from ESPN's Shams Charania, it's no guarantee that the 35-year-old will be…
The NBA is battling an early-season ratings slump, but league executives told Business Insider they are confident the slide will be short-lived, as the knock-out round of its second-ever in-season…
Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images When the NBA closed on its $77 billion of media deals earlier this year, that largely locked up major sports rights deals for the next few years. The NFL…
Does set-up ring familiar? The NBA’s new holiday commercial features five players practicing three-point shots to the tune of “Jingle Bells.” Of course, that describes “Jingle Hoops” from 2013, one of…
AJ Dybantsa officially committed to play college basketball at BYU on Tuesday morning. The top-ranked recruit in the Class of 2025 is expected to receive
With the Heat making Jimmy Butler available, this Warriors trade pitch will see the franchise land the 6-time NBA All-Star from Miami.
The Pacers are “actively pursuing” a center to back up starter Myles Turner, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Insider link). At the start of the regular season, the Pacers expected offseason free…
While the 5×5 men's basketball team for Team USA has been successful in keeping the distance from the rest of the world, the story isn't the same for Team USA's 3×3 squad. In fact, Team USA basketball…
Monumental Sports has a chance to redeem its failed departure to Virginia by being at the center of downtown Washington’s bounce-back.
The Phoenix Suns went 0-3 on their road trip, and their standing in various NBA power rankings reflects just that.
What a day to be a BYU fan! On ESPN First Take AJ Dybantsa announced he’ll be joining the BYU Cougars next season. You can watch the announcement here: [embedded content] Dybantsa mentioned that a big…
Luka Doncic has returned to regular action for the Dallas Mavericks. He looks great and putting on the kind of performances which should eventually garner MVP buzz. His friend and rival Nikola Jokic…
AJ Dybantsa officially committed to play college basketball at BYU on Tuesday morning. The top-ranked recruit in the Class of 2025 is expected to receive
SAN FRANCISCO – The Warriors are on the clock. And so is Jonathan Kuminga. They both will spend 59 games in the regular season, and maybe more in the playoffs, seeking clarity about a relationship…
This past summer, there were a number of players that found themselves on the trade block, at least briefly, before starting their season with the same team. Zach LaVine and Brandon Ingram have been…
ESPN Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania reported Tuesday that the Miami Heat "are open to listening to offers" for forward Jimmy Butler. Butler is owed $49 million this season and has a $52 million…
Rumors are swirling about a possible Jimmy Butler trade. The Dallas Mavericks are reportedly among Butler's preferred trade destinations, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Butler is from Texas, so…
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani is having one of the best years of any athlete as he helped lead his new team to a World Series title. Not only did Ohtani lead the Dodgers to the 2024…
A.J. Dybantsa, a 6-foot-9 wing player who is the No. 1 prospect in high school basketball and the projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA draft, announced his commitment to BYU on Tuesday…
The last true Sixers legend to retire was Allen Iverson. The Answer was an 11-time All-Star and became a Hall of Famer. Though his accomplishments on the court speak for themselves, Iverson’s cultural…
After an abysmal start to the 2024-25 NBA season, the Philadelphia 76ers have somewhat stabilized themselves ahead of NBA Christmas Day games.In fact, the 76ers flaunt an impressive 4-1 record in…
A six-time All-Star is now officially on the trade market. A week after reports were floating around that the Dallas Mavericks were among some teams sniffing around a potential trade with the Miami…
Multiple Portland Trail Blazers veterans are attracting trade interest from other NBA teams, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania: Multiple teams have begun expressing interest in a group of Portland’s…
The NBA on NBC returns next season after securing a mega rights deal to bring the association back to the peacock network. Given it’s been so long since NBC has televised the NBA, it’s going to need…
On this today’s episode, Ryan Eichten and Leo Sun break down the Minnesota Timberwolves’ defense shutting down the Golden State Warriors for their fourth straight win as well as the second game…
The Golden State Warriors were reportedly searching for a second option to pair with Stephen Curry earlier this season. A perfect match has just become available on the trade market. There were points…
While the 2024-25 college basketball season is still in its early stages, it's never too early to look ahead. On Tuesday, the biggest prospect in college basketball's 2025 recruiting class took to…
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It's no secret the Warriors have had interest in acquiring a star player to pair next to Steph Curry. After failed pursuits of both Paul George and Lauri Markkanen in the offseason, Golden State still…
A.J. Dybantsa, a 6-foot-9 wing player who is the No. 1 prospect in high school basketball and the projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA draft, announced his commitment to BYU on Tuesday…
The New Orleans Saints and Pelicans production team won six Suncoast Regional Emmy Awards voted on by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS). Below are the categories and names…
The Latin GRAMMYs now represents musicians from the fastest-growing recording market in US. Patrick Hinton reports on its stars, innovators and controversies from the awards' 25th annual edition in…
Charles Barkley does not let his perch from atop the sports media get in the way of connecting with the normies, which is a major part of his appeal. The Inside the NBA staple and proud hockey fan had…
Since LeBron James' arrival to the Los Angeles Lakers, the organization has entered a new era where they re-opened their NBA Championship window for the first time since Kobe Bryant's retirement in…
For years, Carmelo Anthony was among the best scorers in the NBA.Nevertheless, his postseason success – or lack thereof – often made him a subject of debate among fans.Some could appreciate his…
Dec 10, 2024, 10:46 AM ETA.J. Dybantsa, a 6-foot-9 wing player who is the No. 1 prospect in high school basketball and the projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA draft, announced his commitment to BYU…
The Cavaliers have an NBA-best 21-4 record so far this season despite not yet having one of their five presumed starters available. According to Grant Afseth of RG.org, that fifth starter is on track…
AJ Dybantsa, a Brockton native who is projected to be the top pick in the NBA Draft in 2026, will play college basketball at BYU, he announced Tuesday.Dybantsa announced his decision — which came down…
With Julie Vanloo going to the Golden State Valkyries in the 2025 WNBA Expansion Draft last Friday, the Washington Mystics now have a better sense on what their salary cap situation is heading into…
The last time we checked in on the Golden State Warriors' standing in various NBA Power Rankings, Steve Kerr & Co. were riding high, having won 10 of their first 13 games. At that time, the Dubs were…
NBA trade season is nearly upon us, and the Brooklyn Nets could be among the league's most active teams. The Nets have received trade interest and “opened exploratory conversations” around veterans…
After Kevin Durant sustained an ankle injury that's sidelined him for over a week, the Phoenix Suns forward has a potential return date. Durant could either return for Friday's action against the Utah…
Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard Quincy Olivari has had quite the week. First, he signed with Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry’s Under Armour brand, which he called a blessing, and then made…
When the Knicks traded five future first-round picks to the crosstown rival Brooklyn Nets for Mikal Bridges, the immediate reactions were mixed. Some fans and analysts were impressed by the addition,…
We’re several months out from the trade deadline and major slop has already rocked the NBA-sphere. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that the Miami Heat are open to listening to offers for multi-time All…
SAN FRANCISCO – Buddy Hield still remembers the odd advice he once received from an NBA general manager, advising him to view himself as someone who can always bounce around the league. There are two…
The 2024 Emirates NBA Cup has officially reached the Knockout Round of the annual in-season tournament. Three group winners and a wild card representative from each conference remain, though only one…
NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley has for years made it clear that he enjoys watching hockey more than basketball. He's been on the Oilers bandwagon for a
I’m totally biased. I’m ignoring tons of data. I’m publishing this in the one community where this chicanery wouldn’t be met with professional consequences. In short, I can’t reasonably be trusted.…
Fueled by the cover of SLAM 173, shot all the way back in 2013, we've teamed up with Stephen Curry and Curry Brand for a pair of special edition sneakers.
Nets veterans Cameron Johnson, Dorian Finney-Smith, and Dennis Schröder have all generated trade interest early this season, according to Shams Charania of ESPN (Insider link), who reports that…
Not typically an outspoken leader, Nikola Jokic was animated (by his standards) following the Denver Nuggets' recent loss to the lowly Washington Wizards. During his postgame locker room interview, he…
During the first half of last season, the Denver Nuggets were soaring, and the general stance of the punditry and a large swath of fans centered around the notion that Denver would run away with the…
The New Orleans Pelicans did not expect to be 5-20, which places dead last in the Western Conference. In their defense, the West is a bloodbath right now. But five wins — and four times as many losses…
The Washington Wizards are at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, posting a 2-18 record. This doesn't exactly come as a surprise given the roster's composition and the franchise's dark history. In…
The Golden State Warriors are seeking a true No. 2 option to pair alongside superstar Stephen Curry in hopes of winning another championship.Now that the Heat's front office is willing to listen to…
The Los Angeles Lakers are 13-11 after 24 games played, and plenty of attention has been given to new head coach, JJ Redick, as well as LeBron James who seems to - slump aside - have beaten Father…
In his day job, ProfessorB is an award-winning social scientist. His writing has appeared in the New York Times, Washington Post, Foreign Affairs and other major media outlets. But he also dabbles in…
"The Bad Boy" of basketball Dennis Rodman angered the NBA and his Chicago Bulls teammates during the 1998 NBA Finals when he missed practice in order to appear on WCW with Hulk Hogan and the NWO.…
Fresh from a NBA Finals appearance earlier this year, the Dallas Mavericks are keen on making a return to the championship stage. While the Boston Celtics emerged victorious, the Mavericks are out for…
There have been many rumors involving a possible trade with Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler, and many destinations have been speculated. Those locations might have been revealed, as despite their recent…
You made your point, Mike Brown. Crystal clear, in fact.And if the Sacramento Kings players don't get the message, well, that's on them.RELATED: Jimmy Butler's BigFace Coffee goes big time in Miami
Tonight, the Milwaukee Bucks and Orlando Magic will face off as the one and four seeds in the Eastern Conference NBA Cup quarterfinals. The two teams have not yet played each other this season, so the…
Every NBA season, we parse together a plethora of trends to give us some indication as to who the best team is before the fateful Final series in June. Chief among these are typically offensive rating…
The Heat are open to listening to trade inquiries on star forward Jimmy Butler and making a deal if they get an offer they like, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Insider link).
During the NBA season and into the summer, Shams Charania's Inside Pass will tackle the news and transaction storylines that can shake up the league.The NBA is entering an inflection point in the…
Jalen Brunson‘s scoring average is down from his career high of 28.7 points per game in 2023/24 to 25.2 PPG through his first 24 games this season, but the Knicks star is otherwise playing even better…
After months of speculation surrounding Jimmy Butler's future with the Miami Heat, the door is reportedly open.The Heat are willing to cut ties with the veteran star, according to ESPN's Shams Charani
The Los Angeles Lakers returned home and picked up a much-needed victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday night. And now thanks to the Emirates NBA Cup quarterfinals taking place, the Lakers…
Movie star Timothee Chalameet blew the sports world away over the weekend when he appeared on ESPN's College GameDay and displayed legitimate "ball
There was a time when it appeared the Los Angeles Clippers and later the Phoenix Suns were going to be long-term rivals for the Luka Doncic era. Perhaps the Thunder will have more staying power than…
Although Estonian basketball player Henri Drell put in a strong individual performance in his team Rip City Remix's recent NBA G-League preseason clash against Santa Cruz Warriors, it was not quite…
The future of the Los Angeles Lakers may not be as crystal clear as some may have hoped. The team could face a reality without all-star big man Anthony Davis once LeBron James retires, according to…
A lot can change in a few months.Joel Embiid, LeBron James and Tyrese Haliburton all won an Olympic Gold medal as part of Team USA this summer - now they have been cast into the NBA's All…
News Hield's shooting has waxed and waned along with the Warriors' record. Their roster construction explains why.
To start to December, the Brooklyn Nets are playing about two games per week. They split home contests against the Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday and Sunday, respectively, and will…
When the Portland Trail Blazers lost the other night by 42 to the Utah Jazz - one of the worst teams in the league - there was very little to feel good about besides the alley oop Sheadon Sharpe threw…
Don't look now, but the Sixers have won four of their last five games, including a strong road win over the Chicago Bulls on Sunday afternoon powered by the returning Joel Embiid. The Sixers are now…
With the season approaching the halfway mark and some teams looking to tinker with their lineups, trade rumors have continued to spread in the NBA. Some of the bigger names being thrown around are…
The Dallas Mavericks will square off against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night in the NBA Cup Quarterfinals. These two are arguably the hottest teams in the NBA right now, as Dallas has won…
It's Thursday night in Philadelphia; the Eagles and the Washington Commanders are about to square off at Lincoln Financial Field, and I'm just trying to keep up along the sidelines. It's bright, and…
Personal improvement is such a bizarre thing. It’s almost like aging. It happens so gradually that the results never feel tangible — until you look back at where you were a few years ago. Professional…
I’m continuing by Bright Side Six-Pack this week, you know, where I pop open a six-pack of Suns’ issues and talk through them, but taking my first stab at suggesting a fix for the team. The Phoenix…
There’s a reason Doug McDermott is known as “Dougie McBuckets.” The 32-year-old Kings forward reminded everyone of that Sunday, putting on a vintage shooting display in a 141-97 victory over the Utah…
Ljubljana, 10 December - The 2024 UEFA European Football Championship is the most often searched item on Google among Slovenians this year, followed by the US basketball team Dallas Mavericks of the…
The NBA will return to China next year, after the league signed a five-year deal with the Venetian Macao. In a new five-year deal, the NBA will host two pre-season games at the Venetian Macao, a Sands…
Dec 10, 2024, 07:11 AM ETDisney, ESPN and the NBA are teaming up to present Dunk the Halls - the first real-time animated NBA game using Sony's Beyond Sports technology - on Christmas Day 2024.The New…
The Dallas Mavericks are playing the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday in the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup, looking to extend their current winning streak to eight games. In order to do so, they may…
The Milwaukee Bucks have been on a roll lately, as they now have a 12-11 record following a 2-8 start to the season. According to Bobby Portis, head coach Doc Rivers isn’t getting enough praise for…
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The 2025 NBA draft class continues to shape up in compelling fashion, headlined by Duke star Cooper Flagg and a strong group of college freshmen.NBA teams have hit the scouting trail hard in the first…
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis recently appeared on FanDuel’s Run It Back podcast to discuss several basketball topics. During the 21-minute interview, the one-time NBA champion gave a shoutout…
The Marquette Golden Eagles secured an 88-74 win over the Wisconsin Badgers last Saturday to improve to a 9-1 win-loss record.
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HARTFORD, Conn. - It was like something out of NBA 2K. Tyrese Martin, an unheralded second-round pick on a two-way contract and in his second year in the league, finally getting his chance at extended…
For Wake Forest and ACC fans, not to mention NBA fans, Muggsy Bogues is an iconic figure. Just 5-3, Bogues terrorized the ACC for four seasons before moving on the the NBA. John Chaney, the late…
Published: 06:00 EST, 10 December 2024 | Updated: 06:00 EST, 10 December 2024 There was a conversation Cleveland guard Donovan Mitchell had during training camp, the topic being all the teams that…
After the Golden State Warriors' 114-106 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday, guard Steph Curry shared his thoughts on forward Draymond Green's viral "night night" celebration. The move,…
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Isaac Okoro entered the 2024-25 season carrying the weight of expectation.After a playoff performance he’d sooner forget and a fresh three-year, $38 million contract with $33 million…
CLEVELAND, Ohio — In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands, Chris Fedor & Jimmy Watkins analyze Jarrett Allen’s impact, his pairing with Evan Mobley, stats, and his role in the…
Jarrett Allen has been the face of consistency for the Cleveland Cavaliers since he arrived. A constant presence on both ends who seemed impervious to ruts. Except now, Allen is falling behind…
Four-time NBA superstar Tony Parker put a lot of thought into the superyacht he commissioned and took delivery of two years ago. Now, though, he’s on to new things, and his high-volume explorer yacht…
The final team to progress to the last four of the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup will be decided when the Golden State Warriors travel to the Toyota Center to face the Houston Rockets on Thursday morning.…
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Charles Bassey and the Spurs got back to their winning ways (Photo via X) The San Antonio Spurs (12-12) got back to .500 by defeating the New Orleans Pelicans (5-20) on Sunday night by a final score…
Residents say they’ve made repeated requests for improvements, especially when it comes to problems that pose threats to public health and safety, like mold, severe water damage, fire hazards and…
The proposed expansion would have increased the total number of dwelling units on the site from 13 to 62 and added 12 docks with space for 75 boats. The county’s shoreline protection rules, which were…
RJ Barrett couldn't hold back the emotions as he faced his former New York Knicks team. After his Toronto Raptors' 113-108 loss on Wednesday, Barrett opened up about his feelings meeting his old squad…
Karl-Anthony Towns scored the go-ahead layup in the final minute and had 24 points and 15 rebounds as the visiting New York Knicks defeated the Toronto Raptors 113-108 on Monday night.Towns followed…
Los Angeles - The Lakers finally got the bounce-back win they desperately needed, taking down the Portland Trail Blazers 107-98 at home on Sunday night. Even with LeBron James and Austin Reaves…
Sunday night, the San Antonio Spurs faced off against the New Orleans Pelicans. It was the return of Victor Wembanyama, who missed the previous two games due to an injury. Early into the game, you…
There is nothing more that the New York Knicks would have wanted on Monday night than to score a victory over the Toronto Raptors to send them off on their merry way en route to their impending NBA…
The Toronto Raptors fell short to the New York Knicks, 113-108, on Monday, despite RJ Barrett's 30-point outburst. As the salary filler in the blockbuster trade that landed Knicks OG Anunoby and…
The Rip City Remix almost pulled off a miraculous comeback in the final minute of Monday’s home game against the Santa Cruz Warriors. Trailing 110-101 with just over 50 seconds remaining, the Remix…
Spurs fans are flocking to a new Gregg Popovich mural amid the head coach’s absence from the team as he recovers from a mild stroke, sidelining him for most of the season. The mural was designed and…
A piece of NBA history just sold for what might be considered a bargain price (that is, if you're a multi-millionaire). LeBron and Bronny James' Opening Night jerseys – marking the first father-son…
TORONTO — The New York Knicks prevailed against the Toronto Raptors, coming away with a tight 113-108 win in Scotiabank Arena on Monday night.It was a close matchup throughout, with 19 lead changes…
The New York Knicks prevailed against the Toronto Raptors, coming away with a tight 113-108 win in Scotiabank Arena on Monday night.It was a close matchup throughout, with 19 lead changes and 13…
NBA great Charles Barkley has repeatedly praised LeBron James over the years. He's just not ready to place James ahead of Michael Jordan. Speaking on the Mark Jackson podcast, Barkley once again said…
Buddy Hield ended a slump in form with a 27-point performance against the Minnesota Timberwolves to help the Golden State Warriors to a win. Overall, his time in the Bay Area has been positive so far.…
After their first wire-to-wire loss of the season, the New York Knicks bounced back for a road win over the Toronto Raptors on Dec. 9. Karl-Anthony Towns shined in his return, after missing the…
TORONTO -- Karl-Anthony Towns returned from a one-game absence with 24 points and 15 rebounds, Jalen Brunson had 20 points and 11 assists and the New York Knicks held on to beat the Toronto Raptors…
TORONTO - The Toronto Raptors' injury woes never seem to end.
LOS ANGELES, CA — Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and the Houston Rockets played their first game at the LA Clippers' all new Intuit Dome, with many folks coming away impressed.Despite the losing their…
OKLAHOMA CITY – And so, we meet again. Seems like the Mavericks and Oklahoma City Thunder have played each other on a weekly basis for the past couple of seasons. That’s what happens when you see a…
The Milwaukee Bucks are silencing the skeptics after a slow start and are one win away from a Sin City trip. A win over the Orlando Magic in the NBA Cup quarterfinals would secure a spot in the Las…
The most notable change for the in-season tournament is that the court at Fiserv Forum has been painted blue.
Tyler Herro has finally made the jump that Miami Heat fans had been waiting for for the last few years. He has improved in pretty much every facet of his game and has been the franchise's best player…
The Milwaukee Bucks host the Orlando Magic for the Emirates NBA Cup quarterfinals game on Tuesday night. Beyond The GameHigh School Hot Shots Watch LIVE LiveNOW from FOXFOX News Sunday Facebook (FOX6…
The New York Knicks weren't pleased with how the team performed in their weekend loss to the Detroit Pistons. In their second straight contest on the road, they responded in an impressive way. Getting…
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The New York Knicks are back in the top echelon of the Eastern Conference after a bumpy early part of the season as they integrated new trade additions Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges. After…
TORONTO — Karl-Anthony Towns drilled a 29-foot three-pointer with six seconds left on the clock as the New York Knicks escaped with a 113-108 win over the Toronto Raptors on Monday.Raptors all-star…
Raptors star Scottie Barnes exited their game against the Knicks on Monday night with what the team called a right ankle sprain, according to ESPN’s News Services. However, there is concern that the…
It’s a 12-hour ride from Laurentian University in Sudbury, Ontario, to Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, Long Island. It’s a road not many have traveled, but Shawn Swords, the associate head coach of the…
Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images The New York Knicks bounced back from a tough loss in dramatic fashion on Monday despite former Knick RJ Barrett scoring 30
The most notable change for the in-season tournament is that the court at Fiserv Forum has been painted blue.
The Knicks pulled out a 113-108 win over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night.
Ah, December. The final wisps of fall have diminished. Temperatures have dropped to where they'll stay until spring. In mere days, a chunk of the league (including LeBron James) will become eligible…
In a battle of attrition and on a night when the margin for error grew thinner with every fourth-quarter possession, the Raptors and visiting New York Knicks went shot for shot and blow for blow by…
TORONTO - Karl-Anthony Towns drilled a 29-foot three-pointer with six seconds left on the clock as the New York Knicks escaped with a 113-108 win over the Toronto Raptors on
Tonight’s game between the New York Knicks (14-9) and the Toronto Raptors (7-17) was significant for a few reasons: it was the only NBA contest on tonight’s schedule, it marked OG Anunoby’s first…
The Knicks pulled out a 113-108 win over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night.
Thunder two-way player Adam Flagler will miss 4-to-6 weeks due to a right fourth metacarpal fracture, Joel Lorenzi of The Oklahoman tweets. The 25-year-old forward out of Baylor has appeared in 11…
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks will play the Oklahoma City Thunder on the road in the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup on Tuesday night. Dereck Lively II was previously dealing with a knee issue, but the…
As the Toronto Raptors and New York Knicks square up in an Eastern Conference showdown, disaster struck when Scottie Barnes came down awkwardly in a tie-up with an already injured Karl-Anthony Towns…
Sports fans have gotten a whole lot of Timothée Chalamet lately. For one, there have been a ton of commercials for his upcoming movie “A Complete Unknown,” in which he stars as Bob Dylan. And on…
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James in is his 22nd NBA season and has been in the spotlight since high school. A superstar in Akron, Ohio where he grew up, James was selected first overall by the…
For the Dallas Mavericks, the NBA Cup quarterfinals are a repeat of last season’s NBA Playoff semifinals. To advance, Dallas must go through the Western Conference-leading Oklahoma City Thunder. OKC…
The possibility of an NBA-owned league in Europe may decided in a matter of weeks, after Andreas Zagklis, the secretary general for FIBA, said the body would remain in “serious conversation” with the…
Published: 21:43 EST, 9 December 2024 | Updated: 21:44 EST, 9 December 2024 TORONTO (AP) - Toronto forward Scottie Barnes left the Raptors' game against the New York Knicks midway through the third…
MIAMI - It used to be that Dec. 15 marked the starting line for NBA trade season, the first day players signed in the offseason could be dealt.In a league increasingly defined by free agency, only on…
Things weren't looking good for the Lakers entering their game against the Blazers on Sunday. The team was on a three-game losing streak and with LeBron James out, a loss seemed more likely, even…
The Chicago Bulls haven’t been shy about making it known leaguewide that their two-time All-Star guard is up for grabs. The most intense trade rumors swirled last year in February when a trade package…
The Raptors are holding their breath after franchise player Scottie Barnes had to leave Monday’s game against the New York Knicks early after appearing to injure his right ankle while trying to block…
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The Rockets were riding high on Sunday night last week after knocking off the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder, 119-116. Fred VanVleet had his best game of the season, scoring 38 points. At the time,…
The Milwaukee Bucks are back over .500, with a 12-11 record, as Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard led the team in climbing out of the 2-8 hole they'd dug earlier in the season. Likewise, coach…
The Utah Jazz announced that they have moved G Isaiah Collier to the Salt Lake City Stars. A player that myself and Jazz fans were ecstatic to get at the 29th pick just hasn’t shown enough thus far.…
DALLAS (AP) — Brewers manager Pat Murphy has seen a lot of good players leave during his time in Milwaukee, and he isn't ready to think about next season without departing shortstop Willy Adames.“He…
After a thrilling group stage that featured playoff-level matchups, the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup is on to the knockout rounds. The quarterfinals tip-off on Tuesday, featuring eight teams, four from both…
The NBA has hailed the return of its China Games as a testament to its consistent effort to grow its largest fan base, as the southern metropolis of Macao prepares to welcome a galaxy of stars next…
Joel Embiid has opened up about his struggles with his left knee and how difficult it has been mentally and physically to overcome. After he recorded 31 points and 12 rebounds in the 76ers’ 108-100…
The Rockets didn’t commit a turnover in the final 20 minutes of their win over the Clippers on Sunday despite the absence of Fred VanVleet, who is recovering from a right knee injury. It was a very…
A longtime sports reporter has made a plea to Lakers stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis to leave the franchise to preserve the dignity they have left. LA Times’ Bill Plaschke says that LeBron should…
With LeBron James sidelined due to left foot soreness, the Lakers turned to an unlikely hero to help snap their four-game losing streak, defeating the Portland Trailblazers 107-98. Two-way rookie…
The Sacramento Kings are rolling on offense. They have scored 281 points over their last two games on a combined 56.8 percent from the field and 48.7 percent from three. Yet, after converting 22-of-44…
Ten and two. That’s the Sacramento Kings record when Kevin Huerter contributes at least 10 points this season. They’re 1-9 when he fails to reach that scoring mark. The 6’7 guard had 26 points on six…
After a star-studded performance against the New York Knicks this past Saturday, Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham is claiming the momentum he has built this regular season. Cunningham has played…
The Indiana Pacers cut Moses Brown earlier on Monday despite missing two reserve centers for the rest of the 2024-25 season. The move leaves the Pacers with only one center in the depth chart,…
DAVIDSON, N.C. – The chance to reclaim the Battle for the Hornets' Nest Trophy and beat their cross-county rival is squarely on the minds of the 49ers as Charlotte Men's Basketball (4-3) makes the 30…
We’re back today with another exciting NBA slate featuring some of our favorite matchups here at Basketball Forever. With the help of advanced simulations and machine learning, our Basketball Forever…
Chris Paul had a historic night on Sunday, after he surpassed Jason Kidd for second all-time assists in NBA history and he was feeling all the feels after the game. The Spurs gave him the game ball…
The Knicks travel to a foreign country to take on a team of dinosaur enthusiasts on tonight’s episode of Thibs and the Gang. Karl-Anthony Towns is back playing for the Knicks tonight, so you know what…
Trae Young vs. the New York Knicks isn't on the same echelon as Reggie Miller vs. Madison Square Garden, but it's the latest version. Young didn't want to become the villain of the Empire State, but…
The CHGO Bulls crew discuss the latest update on Zach LaVine’s trade market from ESPN’s NBA Insider Brian Windhorst.
‘Tis the season to be giving, fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la. Okay. That’s not the lyrics. But it is the season of giving, of hope, and of goodwill towards men. And women, of course. And while you’re…
WWE SmackDown has started December with a bang.The 6th December 2024 edition of SmackDown marked this month’s first episode of the blue brand. Despite heavy competition from multiple other sports,…
Bronny James makes a comeback in the G League with an impressive performance. Read about his career game and role with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Now that the NBA is set to enter the second quarter of the season, it's a great time to check in on the MVP race. While many fans may deem it too early to tell, a few NBA stars are already setting…
The Mavericks visit the Thunder on Tuesday in an NBA Cup quarterfinal matchup. The winner goes to Las Vegas for the semifinals, the loser gets knocked out of the tournament. “I think it’s great to be…
The Pacers have been one of the more disappointing teams in the NBA to begin the year, opening the season with a 10-15 record after a trip to the East Finals. The team is opting for some changes now…
The Boston Celtics have some time off before they play again on Thursday against the Detroit Pistons. However, the Celtics are itching to get on the court after they suffered a tough loss to the…
The Minnesota Timberwolves were at a crossroads 18 games into their season. They had just suffered a late-game collapse at home against the Sacramento Kings, who ended the final 5:28 minutes on a…
Our last power rankings round-up for the Los Angeles Lakers was just over two weeks ago, and as Taylor Swift and Post Malone could tell you, it's amazing what a fortnight can do. At that point, the…
Chris Paul possesses one of the most impressive resumes in basketball history. A 12-time All-Star, six-time assists champ, five-time steals champ, 11-time All NBA, nine-time All Defense, and now, the…
Austin Reaves has missed the last five Lakers games due to a left pelvic contusion. Before the team's matchup against the Blazers, coach JJ Redick gave an update on the guard. "He's continuing to do a…
Not only did the Detroit Pistons beat the New York Knicks on Saturday, but they also snapped a historic winning streak. Although the Pistons' 10-15 record suggests they are a punchy bunch, they…
The Timberwolves fell apart in clutch time in Sunday night's loss to the Warriors. After taking a 106-105 lead with 4:47 to play, they didn't score again and lost by eight points. During that run,…
It is never easy for professional athletes who become household names for their respective teams to play in big-market cities like New York and Los Angeles because, at times, the noise and criticism…
After spending his first 11 seasons with the Golden State Warriors, sharpshooter Klay Thompson joined the Dallas Mavericks in a sign and trade deal prior to the 2024-25 NBA season. While seeing the…
The Philadelphia 76ers have had a disappointing season, but there are just a few games out of the Play-In tournament, and once they get a little bit healthy, things could change. They also have a few…
The Golden State Warriors are off to a 14-9 start and forward Buddy Hield is a big reason for it. He's evidently found a home in the Bay Area, putting up very solid numbers so far. Hield is averaging…
Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams is a first-time All-Star candidate in 2024-25 but ended up on a different list on social media. After Williams reminded reporters of his growing potential,…
Trade rumors swirl around Lakers' D'Angelo Russell. Find out which players the team could potentially acquire in exchange.
Edwards, a two-time All-Star, is averaging 26.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 4.0 assists per game this season. Minnesota is off to a 12-11 start after reaching the Western Conference Finals last season.
The NBA has named Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic and Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro the players of the week for the Western and Eastern Conferences, respectively. Herro averaged 25.3 points, 6.0…
Chris Paul passed Jason Kidd on Sunday for second on the NBA's all-time assists leaderboard, and the San Antonio Spurs rewarded him with a neat tribute Monday.2 RelatedPaul reached the 12,092-assist…
In light of their defensive woes, this Lakers trade pitch would send Marcus Smart to Los Angeles in exchange for players and draft assets.
The Atlanta Hawks’ game against the Minnesota Vikings marked quarterback Kirk Cousins‘ return to his old stomping grounds after he was traded during the offseason. This led his wife, Julie, to share a…
There was some skepticism coming into the season about whether Lonzo Ball would be healthy enough to play – and what sort of impact he’d have – for the Bulls after being sidelined due to knee issues…
We've got the Thunder vs. Mavericks NBA Cup Quarter-Final Results according to NBA 2K25 to see who the game predicts as our winner. The two teams will compete to advance in the NBA's second annual in…
The Golden State Warriors have been the surprise team of the NBA thus far and living legend Stephen Curry has been putting both the team and city on his back all throughout the year. With a 14-9…
The Indiana Pacers had another lackluster effort in a loss to Charlotte on Sunday, and fans have started to voice their displeasure.
After finding themselves in a grueling cold streak that made many fans lose hope, the Sacramento Kings have found their rhythm to win three of their last four games. The Kings have won two consecutive…
Even though Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James is the son of LeBron James, it doesn't mean he is immune to a bit of rookie hazing. Sunday's meeting with the Portland Trail Blazers marked the first…
No, your TV isn’t broken, Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown really said the word “possession” 26 straight times during his postgame press conference. The Kings are red hot on offense right now,…
After coming off the bench for most of November, forward Jonathan Kuminga has started four of the last five games for the Golden State Warriors. And on Friday, the 22-year-old got the nod over…
While the plan could reward the Wizards with a future superstar, there’s also the risk of alienating an already disengaged fan base.
The Indiana Pacers have seen a strange decline from star point guard Tyrese Haliburton this season. After leading this organization to the Eastern Conference Finals a year ago, Haliburton has seemed…
The Cleveland Cavaliers won three of their four games this week. Their one loss came on the second night of a back-to-back where Evan Mobley was kept out of the second half with an ankle injury.…
Los Angeles Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue shared why he thought the Los Angeles Lakers’ offer to him to be the team’s head coach was a “slap in the face.” Ty Lue on the Lakers coaching offer in 2021:…
We've got the Magic vs. Bucks NBA Cup Quarter-Final Results according to NBA 2K25 to see who the game predicts as our winner. The two teams will compete to advance in the NBA's second annual in-season…
Luka Doncic has been one of the most dominant players since coming into the league, and he does it on a weekly basis. That warrants an award, as Luka Doncic was just named Westen Conference Player of…
There is no question as to who the best player in the NBA is at this juncture. What Nikola Jokic has done individually is starting to reach untouchable territory, as the Denver Nuggets big man…
Following the twenty-year anniversary of the Malice at the Palace, Metta Sandiford-Artest (formerly known as Ron Artest) shared that Michael Jordan was the only player who called him after the…
Lonzo Ball has an insane car collection. Ball is a well-known basketball star who currently plays for the Chicago Bulls. He was the second-overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft by the Los Angeles Lakers.…
On Monday, the Green Bay Packers signed former six-time NBA Finals MVP Michael Jordan...wait. Sorry about that. The Packers signed former Ohio State offensive lineman Michael Jordan to the practice…
SALT LAKE CITY – The Utah Jazz have assigned rookie Isaiah Collier to the Salt Lake City Stars in the G League. Collier, 20, was the 29th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Related: Jazz Assign…
While the plan could reward the Wizards with a future superstar, there’s also the risk of alienating an already disengaged fan base.
Miami Heat big man Kevin Love came into the Cleveland Cavaliers’ locker room to apologize to big man Evan Mobley after the Cavs youngster suffered an ankle injury from landing on Love’s foot.“After…
The Cleveland Cavaliers won three of their four games this week. Their one loss came on the second night of a back-to-back where Evan Mobley was kept out of the second half with an ankle injury.…
For the second consecutive week, we’re bringing back the “Jerami Grant Thumbs Down” cover photo to mark the Portland Trail Blazers dropping in the latest NBA power rankings. It was a gloomy week in…
Miami Heat big man Kevin Love came into the Cleveland Cavaliers’ locker room to apologize to big man Evan Mobley after the Cavs youngster suffered an ankle injury from landing on Love’s foot.“After…
OKLAHOMA CITY – Dereck Lively II said it’s OK if he and some of his teammates have a little flashback. The Mavericks on Tuesday will visit the Oklahoma City Thunder in the quarterfinal round of the…
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The Golden State Warriors outplayed the Minnesota Timberwolves in their recent matchup. It was a Stephen Curry show, who finished the night with 30 points to his name.Apart from Curry, Buddy Hield and…
As the lone Monday contest on the NBA's schedule, the New York Knicks and Toronto Raptors have the undivided attention of the league's fan base and following. Both teams having their respective stars…
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According to Sports Illustrated's Jed Katz, Rockets center Steven Adams has emerged as the latest Knicks trade target ahead of the deadline.
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The Chicago Bulls have struggled in 2024-2025, owning a 10-15 record through their first 25 games. In his fifth year with the team, Billy Donovan is in danger of ending the year below .500 for the…
Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics have one clear goal in mind and that's returning to the NBA Finals as the favorites to win it all again this season. After their dominant run through the Playoffs…
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For years, former ESPN reporter Adrian Wojnarowski stood at the peak of the sports media world as the NBA’s premier insider. Wojnarowski’s breaking-news tweets revealing blockbuster trades gained…
On Sunday night, the Los Angeles Lakers were finally able to snap their losing streak, getting a win over the visiting Portland Trail Blazers, even though the team didn’t have stars LeBron James or…
The Golden State Valkyries were set on stage Friday night to pick their brand new roster heading into the WNBA season. Led by owners Joe Lacob and Peter Guber, with general manager Ohemaa Nyanin and…
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Michael Jordan had a habit of dominating games despite having a late nights at the bars or casino. His former teammate, Will Perdue, recently detailed just how Jordan used to do it. He relayed a story…
While the NBA season is a quarter done, other basketball leagues are in different parts of their year. The WNBA is in the middle of its offseason and teams like the Washington Mystics are looking for…
The Miami Heat got off to a slow start in the 2024-25 NBA season, but they’ve turned things around as of late, winning seven of their last 10 games to move into the No. 5 seed in the Eastern…
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Jared McCain is in a fight with Kelly Oubre, Guerschon Yabusele, and a surging KJ Martin for a place in Nick Nurse’s starting five. Can anyone lock down the
Chris Paul of the San Antonio Spurs has already had a historic career, but it became even more amazing on Sunday night as he passed Jason Kidd for second place on the NBA’s all-time career assists…
DALLAS — Chris Paul passed Jason Kidd for second all-time in career assists on Sunday. It was certainly an impressive accomplishment by Paul, who is currently in his first season with the San Antonio…
With trade rumors ramping up this season, the Brooklyn Nets have been one team named that has several players that could be on the block. One of those players is Cameron Johnson, who has been one of…
With the Phoenix Suns sitting at 12–11, a lot of us are feeling like we’re wandering through the Sonoran desert with no map. We think we’re headed to Sedona but we look are an ask, “Why are we in…
If you’re a pessimist, the Sixers season is over. If you’re an optimist, the Sixers season just started. The pessimist views a 7-15 record thru 22 games as proof the team is not deep enough to…
Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry shared his thoughts on Los Angeles Lakers rookie Quincy Olivari scoring his first career NBA basket in the Lakers’ win over the Portland Trail Blazers on…
The Indiana Pacers have been struggling to make an impact in the Eastern Conference this season, but they are hoping to change that.The team’s front office is surely looking ahead and formulating some…
Nike and Air Jordan have been rather dormant in terms of their recent projects with other brands and entities within the sneaker community as they continue to keep their circle of collaborators small.…
Bam Adebayo, Terry Rozier, and the Miami Heat beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 122-113 Sunday night, handing the Eastern Conference-leading Cavs only their fourth loss in 2024-25. Tyler Herro and Adebayo…
Alperen Sengun has had another career season so far with the Houston Rockets. Although he's averaging 18.5 points and 10.6 rebounds, Rockets head coach Ime Udoka dropped a blunt take on his Turkish…
Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic has been named Western Conference Player of the Week for Week 7 of the NBA season (December 2-8). Doncic averaged 29.3 PPG, 11.7 RPG, and 8.3 APG while leading…
The Brooklyn Nets have lost four of their last five games, and head coach Jordi Fernandez is fed up.The Nets were taken down by the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday night, and Fernandez made strong criticism…
Ever since Gregg Popovich suffered a mild stroke on Nov. 2, the San Antonio Spurs have been led by 38-year-old acting head coach Mitch Johnson, who is 10-9 as the head coach this season. Johnson has…
On Sunday night, the Indiana Pacers got embarrassed by the Charlotte Hornets, losing to the injury-riddled team 113-109. Starters Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam both failed to score ten points,…
Mavericks guard Luka Doncic has been named the Western Conference Player of the Week, while Heat guard Tyler Herro has earned the honor in the Eastern Conference, the NBA announced today (Twitter…
Since coming to the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James has seen the organization hire three different head coaches. James started his Lakers tenure with Luke Walton who was fired after their first…
Although rookie guard Bronny James grew up around the NBA, he isn't the exception to traditional rookie hazing in the league. The Los Angeles Lakers may have a number of familial relationships with…
The Boston Celtics would upgrade their bench with a former NBA champion and five-time All-Star if they made good on this proposed trade.
The Boston Celtics have a mini break this week. They don't return to the court until Thursday. The Celtics will take on the Detroit Pistons as they wait for the NBA Cup to conclude; however, that…
The collaboration was unveiled with a striking video on Instagram, where Maxey reflects on his relationship with time, a concept central to The 1916 Company's ethos. In the film, Maxey, the 2024 NBA…
Although many associate the Golden State Warriors with explosive scoring and outlandishly efficient 3-point shooting, their defense plays a significant role in their 14-9 record. On Sunday evening,…
Current Los Angeles Clippers head coach and former coach of Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, Tyronn Lue, revealed that James called him after the Lakers low-balled him during the 2019…
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For years, Los Angeles Lakers fans wanted to see Tyronn Lue coach the team, especially because he has such a special relationship with LeBron James.Apparently, the Lakers came close, but not close…
The Golden State Warriors are on a ‘real hunt for a star’ to pair with their future Hall of Famer in their hunt for another championship — and there are options as the trade deadline nears. Average of…
The Dallas Mavericks have rocketed up the Western Conference standings, going from 12th to 3rd in just a little over two weeks. They've won seven straight games and 11 of their last 12 to get where…
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Wilt Chamberlain always thought he was the best player in NBA history. A collection of his interviews suggests he felt he was more accomplished than players with more titles. Chamberlain only won two…
As one of the city’s oldest and largest community activist groups, COPS/Metro Alliance has spent half a century pushing local leaders to steer more government money toward education and infrastructure…
The Pacers are waiving big man Moses Brown, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). A well-traveled center who has appeared in 159 total regular season games for seven…
With LeBron James joining Austin Reaves in sitting out the Los Angeles Lakers’ contest against the Portland Trail Blazers, head coach JJ Redick had to turn to some different faces. One of those was…
They don’t call Doug McDermott ‘Dougie McBuckets’ for nothing. During the final quarter of the Sacramento Kings’ 141-97 win over the Utah Jazz on Sunday night, McDermott sent Golden 1 Center into a…
Hawks fans have another option to catch Wednesday's NBA Cup quarterfinal between the Hawks and Knicks at Madison Square Garden. FanDuel Sports Network announced Monday that it added the game to its…
Jonathan Kuminga has been playing some terrific basketball for the Golden State Warriors lately, but the future of his career is still in doubt.Will he stick with the Warriors, who have yet to offer…
Regardless if he is LeBron James' son or not, Bronny James is still a rookie on the Los Angeles Lakers. Not only does that mean he is susceptible to pranks, like the one his father pulled on him…
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The Golden State Warriors found a much-needed offensive spark on Sunday night, courtesy of Buddy Hield. Breaking out of a scoring slump, Hield poured in 27 points to help lead the Warriors to a 114…
While the Hawks might not challenge for the NBA Championship, they’re building things the right way with a solid foundation, and they’ll have several key pieces battling for awards at the end of the…
After adding six-time NBA All-Star DeMar DeRozan in the offseason, the Sacramento Kings' expectations skyrocketed despite just one playoff appearance in the past 18 years.The Kings have started their…
There are multiple storylines to follow in the Oklahoma City Thunder’s upcoming contest against the Dallas Mavericks.After losing to Luka Doncic and company in the second round of the playoffs last…
The Lakers' continue to honor their legends. Following the announcement of Pat Riley's upcoming statue outside Crypto.com Arena, NBA insider Marc Stein reports that Phil Jackson is also in line for…
A piece of NBA history just sold for what might be considered a bargain price (that is, if you're a multi-millionaire). LeBron and Bronny James' Opening Night jerseys – marking the first father-son…
Nikola Jokic‘s 56 points on Saturday weren’t enough to get the Nuggets a win in Washington, but his 48-point, 14-rebound, eight-assist performance in Atlanta just 24 hours later did the trick, writes…
The trade proposal would see Jordan Poole step into a starting role for the Los Angeles Lakers where he could emerge as an elite sharpshooter.
The race for this season’s MVP is on, and there are several players attempting to win the coveted NBA prize.Right now, it seems that two stars are the frontrunners to be named MVP: Nikola Jokic of the…
An area that has given the New York Knicks trouble this season is interior defense. Karl-Anthony Towns is not an imposing defensive threat, and they have been
We may be bias, but five games are defining of a team’s season. Well, we hope so anyway. The Philadelphia 76ers are 4-1 in their last five-game stretch. And with them not playing until Friday, it…
This article was first published as the Jazz Insiders newsletter. Sign up to receive the newsletter in your inbox each Friday.Taylor Hendricks isn’t going to fully feel like he’s a basketball player…
Jake Guentzel scored a power-play goal late in the third period to break the tie, and the Tampa Bay Lightning began their four-game road trip with a 4-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday…
The New York Knicks continued their hot streak last week, going 3-1 across a four-game home stretch and improving their record to 14-9. While it’s still early in the season, there’s plenty to…
The NCAA revealed the 2026 women’s Final Four logo for the host city of Phoenix on Monday. Footprint Center, the home arena of the Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury, will host the event in April 2026.…
The battle for the NBA Cup continues on Tuesday with four very intriguing quarterfinal matchups. Eight teams all see themselves punching their tickets to Las Vegas for the upcoming weekend, and six of…
Los Angeles Lakers superstar and lifetime Nike athlete LeBron James has not only redefined what's possible in the game of basketball, but his contributions to the sneaker community and consistent…
The New York Knicks continue to struggle to lockdown an identity. They figuratively take two steps forward and one step back. For example, after recently winning four consecutive games including a 24…
The Celtics officially saw their NBA Cup dreams fall last week when they didn’t advance as the wild card team in the East. The elimination didn’t register too much noise in Boston, though the C’s…
Last Saturday, the Washington Wizards defeated the Denver Nuggets, 122-113, at home. This snapped a co-franchise-record losing streak of 16 games, which is a good accomplishment. But that is forgotten…
The Portland Trail Blazers entered the new NBA season hopeful that they would be more competitive on the court. While the team has done that to some extent, they also haven't taken the needed step…
The Portland Trail Blazers got upstaged by the LeBron James-less Los Angeles Lakers Sunday night on the road, 107-98. The Blazers played a good first quarter, but then the offense cratered as the…
The Phoenix Suns have been without Kevin Durant for multiple games this season, and that has really hurt them.As pointed out by Evan Sidery on X, the Suns are now 1-9 without Durant this season after…
In basketball, every generation has a defining player. Michael Jordan was that figure for those who followed the game in the 80s and 90s, while LeBron has taken that mantle over the past two decades.…
The New Orleans Pelicans have some big decisions to make.Things have not been going as planned in the 2024-25 season, and the Pelicans are currently dead last in the West with a 5-20 record.That’s not…
The Lakers might have been missing LeBron James on Sunday night, but they gained a different kind of superstar presence when Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani and his wife Mamiko Tanaka took in the action at…
After weeks of uncertainty around Joel Embiid's injury status and his ambiguous, indefinite "ramp up," the All-Star center was unceremoniously plugged into the Philadelphia 76ers starting lineup for a…
Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves might be one of the best stars in the league, but that doesn’t mean he’s immune to fines from the NBA.On Monday morning, the NBA announced that Edwards…
Joel Embiid came back from a seven-game absence to score 31 points and grab 12 rebounds, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to a 108-100 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Sunday afternoon. Embiid’s…
It has been an up-and-down season for the Los Angeles Lakers thus far. They are sitting with a 13-11 record, dropping seven of their last 10 games. Even though they replaced Darvin Ham with JJ Redick,…
The next month will see the end of the 2024 NFL regular season, the start of the College Football Playoff, the continuation of the NBA and NHL seasons, and much more in the way of live sports. Fubo is…
The NBA has fined Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards $25,000 for using profane language during a media interview.
Kevin Huerter scored 26 points off the bench, and De’Aaron Fox added 21 points and nine assists as the Sacramento Kings easily defeated the Utah Jazz 141-97 on Sunday night. Huerter made 10 of 14…
Jalen Green scored 31 points, and Amen Thompson added 22 as the Houston Rockets bounced back from two straight losses to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 117-106 on Sunday in Inglewood, California.…
Anthony Davis scored 30 points, grabbed 11 rebounds, and blocked five shots to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 107-98 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday night. D’Angelo Russell had a…
It's no secret that the Chicago Bulls and Zach LaVine want to get a divorce. They tried staying together for the kids, but the Bulls are creeping toward a rebuild while LaVine intends to compete in…
Bronny James might be LeBron James's son, but that won't stop him from getting the rookie treatment—even in front of his dad.The Los Angeles Lakers and superstar Anthony Davis had a bit of fun with…
Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons is in the middle of his seventh season in the NBA. That would normally make him a bona fide veteran, but for two asterisks. The Trail Blazers drafted him…
Dru Smith was still recovering from an ACL injury when the Heat signed him to a two-way contract in July, and the third-year shooting guard is rewarding their faith in him, writes Ira Winderman of The…
Many African countries are recognising the economic potential of sports and entertainment, but there is a conviction that significant investments in talent and infrastructure are needed to fully…
Midway through the second quarter Sunday night, Chris Paul found Victor Wembanyama at the arc for a 3-pointer that became Paul’s 12,092nd assist in his career, moving him past Hall of Famer Jason Kidd…
The Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks have been one of the better rivalries in the Eastern Conference in recent years. The two sides have had a few playoff battles while their regular season matchups…
The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to be one of the most active organizations ahead of the trade deadline next year as they look for a way to improve the roster. Los Angeles has been treading water…
PHOENIX -- A season that began with so much promise has suddenly began to crumble for the Phoenix Suns - as Phoenix has turned what was once a 9-2 start into a 12-11 tailspin just a month later.…
The Milwaukee Bucks advanced into the knockout round of the NBA Cup and will be looking to go for it all this season. Milwaukee had the advantage of hosting the game at the Fiserv Forum and will be…
The Portland Trail Blazers went 0-3 this week with losses to the Los Angeles Clippers, Utah Jazz and Los Angeles Lakers. The three losses came by a combined 73 points, and they included a 42-point…
Chris Paul made history on Sunday night, and he heard the thunderous applause and approval of loyal San Antonio Spurs fans.Speaking to the press after the game, Paul said he was “grateful” to be…
The Los Angeles Lakers got back in the win column on Sunday evening by defeating the Portland Trail Blazers in relatively comfortable fashion. Even without LeBron James in the lineup, Anthony Davis,…
For weeks now we’ve discussed the Sacramento Kings’ woes around the three point line, both in their inability to make threes and their inability to defend opponents around the arc. For at least one…
Victor Wembanyama scored 25 points, including the last seven for San Antonio in the final 36.9 seconds of the game, leading the Spurs to a 121-116 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday night.…
A piece of NBA history just sold for what might be considered a bargain price (that is, if you're a multi-millionaire). LeBron and Bronny James' Opening Night jerseys – marking the first father-son…
The quadruple-double is a rare feat in the NBA. Throughout the league's history, only four NBA players have achieved the feat. The limited list includes Nate Thurmond, Alvin Robertson, Hakeem…
Nearly one week after Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant suffered an ankle injury, some very positive news headed the Suns' way. Before Sunday's game against the Orlando Magic, head coach Mike Budenholzer…
The Memphis Grizzlies (17-8) are gaining ground on the Western Conference's frontrunners now that Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., and Desmond Bane are healthy. Taylor Jenkins heard some jeers from…
Nikola Jokic has been on a roll lately.Sadly, his Denver Nuggets have not been.NBACentral noted that Jokic has been phenomenal during his last six games.It all started with a performance of 30 points…
Stephen Curry, Buddy Hield, and Jonathan Kuminga scored a combined 77 points, while Gary Payton II made two important defensive plays, helping the Golden State Warriors beat the Minnesota Timberwolves…
Working the waiver wire is pivotal to succeeding in fantasy basketball. With so many games, injuries and endless shifts in rotations throughout the marathon campaign, we'll need to source stats from…
The Sacramento Kings pulled out a huge win on Sunday night when they beat the Utah Jazz 141-97.This was a rewarding victory for the Kings and it showed that everyone on the team can work together as a…
It almost felt like this game was cursed right from the jump. Players were heading to the locker room left and right, the Spurs couldn’t get anything going, and the game felt like it was quickly…
“It felt damn good to play... It felt great to play meaningful basketball. Like, literally play for the highest level. We had two game sevens, back-to-back. One versus Serbia and then that last one…
The much-anticipated Dec. 15 date is quickly approaching, bringing with it a flurry of trade speculation both around the league and among fans. For those unfamiliar, this is the day when most…
The Minnesota Timberwolves have been playing fairly consistent basketball recently, despite a tough 114-106 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night. Prior to that, they had won four of their…
For as animated as he can get after a win, Anthony Edwards can be equally as upset after a loss. Following the Minnesota Timberwolves' crushing loss to the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night,…
After taking a tough loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves two nights before and Andrew Wiggins ruled out, the Golden State Warriors had to make a lineup change in their second matchup, and it proved to…
The Denver Nuggets are off to another solid start this season as one of the main threats from the Western Conference. One of their key performers of the previous two seasons in Kentavious Caldwell…
The New York Knicks cooled off last Saturday after suffering an upset 120-111 loss at Madison Square Garden at the hands of the Detroit Pistons. However, star big man Karl-Anthony Towns did not suit…
DJ Khaled hosted a who's who of athletes, celebrities, and influencers during the We The Best Foundation x Jordan Golf Classic. We the Best Foundation photo This year, make your gift count – Invest in…
Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 21 points and blocked four shots to help lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 140-112 victory over the Washington Wizards on Sunday in Washington, D.C. This win marked the…
Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards may be considered the next face of the NBA but he continues to fined by the league. On Monday, the league announced it's fining the young guard $25,000…
As of last Wednesday, 2,324 cases of whooping cough, also called pertussis, were reported by health care facilities, medical labs and schools and child care centers, with the majority in the Twin…
The Spurs celebrated with a brief ceremony and a video tribute as Chris Paul moved into second place on the career assists list Sunday night, according to Michael C. Wright of ESPN. The 39-year-old…
With a quarter of the season in the books, it’s given us a chance to take reflect on the first ~20 games of the year. We’ve handed out awards and tiered out the league, but we also wanted to highlight…
Support the Memphis Flyer The Memphis Flyer is Memphis’ alternative newsweekly, serving the metro Memphis area of nearly a million residents. The Flyer was started in 1989 by Contemporary Media, Inc.,…
The Toronto Raptors look to bounce back from Saturday's 125-118 loss to the Dallas Mavericks as they welcome the New York Knicks to Scotiabank Arena tonight to close out a five-game homestand. Watch…
ATLANTA — After a rock-bottom defeat that bailed their opponent out of a 16-game losing streak, the only path to redemption for the Nuggets was to snap the next foe’s six-game win streak — 24 hours…
The Emirates NBA Cup playoffs are an exciting time for the 8 teams that qualified. Expectations were low for the Toronto Raptors to make any noise in the second edition of the in-season tournament.…
PHOENIX -- Former Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul passed Jason Kidd for second-most assists all-time in NBA history over the weekend, as the San Antonio Spurs guard eclipsed Kidd's 12,091 career dime…
The New York Knicks and the Toronto Raptors are both looking to start their game on Monday night with more energy than they did in their last matches. Both teams struggled to pick up their pace until…
Nikola Jokic scored 48 points to help the Denver Nuggets beat the Atlanta Hawks 141-111 on Sunday, ending the Hawks’ six-game winning streak. Jokic made 17 of 29 shots, adding 14 rebounds and eight…
Coming off a loss to the Sacramento Kings on Friday, the Spurs hoped to get back on track with a win against the depleted New Orleans Pelicans. Victor Wembanyama made his much-needed return (and brief…
Tyler Herro scored 19 of his game-high 34 points in the third quarter, leading the Miami Heat to a 122-113 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday night, ending the Cavaliers’ four-game winning…
Jalen Suggs scored 26 points, including 14 in the fourth quarter, to help the short-handed Orlando Magic defeat the Phoenix Suns 115-110 on Sunday night. With this win, the Magic remain the only…
Although many consider him the best basketball player in the world, Denver Nuggets big man Nikola Jokic has plenty of haters. Jokic's critics don't doubt his basketball ability, especially after the…
The Los Angeles Lakers took on the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday evening and came away with the win. The final score of the game was 107-98, with Los Angeles taking control of the contest in the…
The Indiana Pacers didn't qualify for the knockout round of the NBA Cup this season after reaching the championship game last season. Indiana lost all four games in the NBA Cup this time around, with…
The Milwaukee Bucks have had some issues on the defensive end of the court to start the season. It has seen them lose a few games that they should have likely won and has become a real talking point…
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The Golden State Warriors knew they needed a sharpshooter when they lost Klay Thompson.With that in mind, they went after one of the best in the league.Buddy Hield started the season off incredibly,…
The Los Angeles Lakers' disastrous trade for Russell Westbrook instantly changed their fortunes. They had built a team with shooting and defense around LeBron James and Anthony Davis but could not…
After starting his career in purple and gold, Brandon Ingram has blossomed into quite the player in New Orleans. No piece of the Anthony Davis trade aged better for the Pelicans than Ingram, who…
For years, the Los Angeles Lakers have needed someone to step up next to LeBron James and Anthony Davis.Sometimes, it’s Austin Reaves.Sometimes, it’s Dalton Knecht.And other times, it’s D’Angelo…
Joel Embiid made his return after missing seven games due to a left knee injury and scored 31 points with 12 rebounds, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to a 108-100 victory over the Chicago Bulls on…
The Portland Trail Blazers' current four-game losing streak has been, at times, painful to watch. The second youngest team in the entire NBA is looking the part, whether it's poor shot selection,…
Even despite Sunday's impressive win at home over the Minnesota Timberwolves, some have become increasingly frustrated with the Golden State Warriors roster amid recent form where they've lost six of…
Buddy Hield played a season-low 13 minutes and 22 seconds in a loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night, with his spot in the Golden State Warriors rotation all of a sudden under threat…
The Golden State Warriors responded from Friday's disappointing 17-point loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, claiming revenge on their Western Conference rival in a 114-106 victory on Sunday at Chase…
Joel Embiid led the Philadelphia 76ers to a win for the first time in the 2024-25 season, dominating for three quarters as they defeated the Chicago Bulls 108-100.Whether it's the start of something…
The San Antonio Spurs dynasty is well in the rearview mirror, as the franchise has been rebuilding under legendary head coach Gregg Popovich as of late. Although last season saw the Spurs continue to…
A 114-106 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night has put the Golden State Warriors back on track heading into their important NBA quarterfinals battle on the road against the Houston…
With the Los Angeles Lakers currently in a slump, it wouldn't be trade rumor time if LeBron James wasn't in them. With James still playing basketball at a high level and still having a desire to win,…
On Sunday night, Chris Paul solidified his legacy as one of the greatest point guards in NBA history by surpassing Jason Kidd (12,091) to claim the No. 2 spot on the all-time assists leaderboard.…
NBA legend Scottie Pippen, a well-known basketball player, has come out with a new viral social media post on the topic of cryptocurrencies. Some people may not know, but recently Pippen has been…
For reasons unknown to those outside their circles, NBA players don’t seem to like Rudy Gobert.They constantly criticize him on and off the court, and they don’t seem to respect him.That’s…
The Milwaukee Bucks started the 2024-2025 NBA season with a 2-8 record and many wondered if they were going to be one of the worst teams in the NBA this season. One of the surprising things about this…
Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images What is the longest championship drought ever? While there are great dynasties throughout sports history, plenty of NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB teams have gone decades…
NBA Rumors: As they continue to find a path forward, the Atlanta Hawks could be on the verge of another possible misstep in their build.
LeBron James‘ stated goal of playing 82 games this season ended Sunday night, but the Lakers got contributions from plenty of other players, writes Khobi Price of The Orange County Register. With…
SAN FRANCISCO – “Good to see some shots go in, right?” Buddy Hield hypothetically asked the media as he went to the podium after the Warriors’ 114-106 win against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday.…
Amid a seven-game winning streak, Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks are one of the hottest teams in the NBA, climbing up the Western Conference standings. Last week, Doncic was brutally honest…
The Knicks travel over the border and then return to NYC to host the Hawks in the NBA Cup quarterfinals. Win the latter, and our heroes will advance to Las Vegas for a semifinal game on December…
New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby is set to make his return to Scotiabank Arena in Toronto on Monday, a place where he spent his first six NBA seasons
Three observations from the Miami Heat’s 122-113 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday at Kaseya Center.When the Heat decided to keep Dru Smith on a two-way contract over summer league standouts…
The Golden State Warriors got back to winning ways following a defeat in their previous game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. In fact, they avenged their last game's defeat vs. the same side.The…
Most NBA players tend to lose their edge in their mid-30s. But there are a few players who have aged like fine wine in the NBA.Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is undoubtedly among them, but…
Host Brian Taff and the Panelists discussed the big story of the week - 76ers in negotiations with Philadelphia City Council over the new arena. More hearings took place at City Hall .. more will take…
NEW YORK and NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 9, 2024 – The General Insurance and NBA G League announced today the return of “The Break, presented by The General.” Launched in 2022, the award-winning…
Being a New York Mets fan, Donovan Mitchell is acutely familiar with pain. His longtime fanhood, which dates back to his father's employment in the organization, has given him prime seating for the…
The Houston Rockets have been one of the biggest surprises in the 2024-2025 NBA season up to this point. Houston is looking to make a splash at the 2025 NBA trade deadline. One potential name to watch…
The Atlanta Hawks, despite the modest expectations surrounding them entering the 2024-25 season in the aftermath of the Dejounte Murray trade, have been on a tear as of late despite their rough loss…
Anthony Edwards doesn't have a filter and is willing to go back and forth with anybody in the league. His most recent victim was Stephen Curry as the Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves…
The New York Knicks (14-9) hit the road to face the Toronto Raptors (7-17) tonight at Scotiabank Arena. Both teams are looking to rebound from tough losses, with the Knicks falling 120-111 to the…
The Round Mound of Rebound bought everyone a round after a Western New York college hockey team won over the weekend.WGRZ reports Charles Barkley was spotted in Fredonia, N.Y., on Friday night,…
The NBA’s in-season tournament returns to T-Mobile Arena next weekend for the second straight year. Now called the NBA Cup, two teams from the Eastern Conference and two from the Western Conference…
Premiering on Dec. 16, Season 3 of the NBA G League's most-watched partner content series will feature Mac McClung, two-time NBA Slam Dunk champion and current two-way guard for the Orlando Magic who…
OG Anunoby isn’t sure what sort of reaction to expect as he prepares for his first game in Toronto since being traded last December, writes Peter Botte of The New York Post. Anunoby was injured when…
As LeBron James has shown during the first quarter of the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2024-25 season, he’s still got enough left in the tank to be the best player on the floor on any given night. James has…
In today’s era of rapid player movement, it isn’t uncommon for an NBA team to look completely different from one year to the next. However, few teams endured the offseason makeover that the Chicago…
Andrew Wiggins wasn't available to help the Golden State Warriors avenge their most recent loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in their Sunday night rematch.
Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga is a step away from emerging as the franchise's next breakout star. After recently being reinserted into the
Sunday night did not go according to plan for the Cleveland Cavaliers, to say the least. Not only did they suffer their fourth loss of the season by being on the receiving end of a 122-113 loss…
It has been abundantly clear through the first 22 games of the 2024-25 season that the Denver Nuggets drastically need to upgrade the roster if they were to compete for another championship. Nikola…
The Miami Heat pulled off an impressive upset over the top-seed Cleveland Cavaliers, 122-113, on Sunday at Kaseya Center. They handed the Cavs just their fourth loss of season, as the Heat improved to…
ATLANTA – Atlanta United today announced the hire of David Tenney as Director of High Performance. Tenney brings more than 20 years of experience and joins from Austin FC where he spent the last four…
It is an exciting time for the WNBA and women's basketball.On Friday, the WNBA held an expansion draft for their newest franchise, the Golden State Valkyries.In this draft, Golden State was permitted…
The Toronto Raptors will host the New York Knicks in their final game of a five-game home stand. These teams have yet to meet this season, with this being the first of their four matchups scheduled.…
It was another disappointing loss on Sunday for Rick Carlisle and his group. They lost a close 113-109 basketball game to a severely undermanned Charlotte Hornets team. The Hornets were without key…
Celtics rookie Baylor Scheierman was assigned to the G League on Sunday. That wasn’t needle-moving news, as it continued the first-round draft pick’s regular shuttle between the NBA and its…
The Phoenix Suns saw their teetering season hit a new low on Sunday night in Florida, as they dropped their third straight game against in a loss to the Orlando Magic. The disappointing 115-110 defeat…
The largest free agent signing in the history of professional sports involved Donovan Mitchell.No, Mitchell did not sign a new contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers, nor was the deal in the NBA, whose…
On Sunday night, it looked as though the Golden State Warriors were going to let another late-game lead slip away in a barnburner of a contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Timberwolves took…
Here's the latest Chicago Bulls news for Dec. 9 following a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, including where Matas Buzelis' key improvement is coming from and a Lonzo Ball-Josh Giddey debate that has…
The Nuggets‘ problem with lack of production off their bench could have been addressed by seeking a sign-and-trade deal for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope instead of letting him leave in free agency, Marc…
Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons entered Sunday’s game at the Los Angeles Lakers still searching for consistency.None came during a 107-98 loss to the Lakers. Simons ended the night with…
The Nuggets hit rock bottom on Saturday night, embarrassing themselves in Washington. They allowed the Wizards to snap a league-worst 16-game losing streak, getting just their third win of the entire…
The Los Angeles Lakers were able to snap a three-game losing Sunday night by beating the Portland Trail Blazers, 107–98, at home. What made the win impressive is that they did it without LeBron James…
NBA Trade Rumors: One disappointing West contender is believed to be 'eager' to shake up their roster at the NBA Trade Deadline.
It's without a doubt that the Dallas Mavericks are one of the hottest teams in the NBA right now. Dallas is on an eight-game winning streak, solidifying themselves as the second-best team in the…
Kate Martin: 'I am going to take that winning mindset and winning culture and bring it over to San Francisco.' Originally Published: December 9, 2024 at 5:45 AM PST
Dec 8, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) drives to the basket against Golden State Warriors forward Lindy Waters III (43) in the second period at…
Dec 8, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (11) is congratulated by guard De'Aaron Fox (5) after making a three point basket against the Utah Jazz during the…
Dec 8, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) reacts after a basket during the second quarter against the LA Clippers at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst…
Dec 8, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (00) and forward Jerami Grant (9) defend a rebound by Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) in the first…
Dec 8, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (10) defends Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) during the first half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn…
Dec 8, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) reacts after a basket during the second quarter against the LA Clippers at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst…
Dec 8, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) looks to pass the ball against Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball (2) during the second half at United Center. Mandatory…
SAN FRANCISCO - Rapper and producer P-Lo, who is from the East Bay, has teamed up with the Golden State Warriors to drop new music that pays homage to Bay Area culture and the team. P-Lo debuted a new…
With his third assist on Sunday evening, Chris Paul passed Jason Kidd for second in NBA career assists. It came on a pass to Victor Wembanyama for a three-pointer in the second quarter of a 121-116…
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro was nothing more than a trade asset the past few seasons. He spent last summer hearing his name mentioned in the Damian Lillard trade talks. It was the same in 2022 and…
Stephen Curry sunk a 39-foot jumper from nearly halfcourt to beat the third-quarter buzzer and finished with 30 points and eight assists, leading the Golden State Warriors past the Minnesota…
There is some concern that the Houston Rockets are too reliant on Fred VanVleet. That's fine for now. If we're using a micro perspective, the Rockets want to make the playoffs in 2024-25. VanVleet is…
The NBA calendar hitting Dec. 15 marks yet another significant date, as 85 free agents signed in the offseason will be eligible to be traded.To get a better sense of the 2024-25 trade market, we have…
The NBA Cup's knockout rounds take center stage as the league's second annual in-season tournament advances from the group stage that narrowed the field to eight teams toward crowning a champion in…
CHICAGO — Basketball has allowed former Chicago Bulls star Joakim Noah to travel the world and compete at the highest level while giving back. But it is his time in Chicago — and the connections he…
It’s a nightmare. A bad dream that loops endlessly. You’re lost in a vast, empty parking lot, frantically searching for your car but never quite able to find it. The rows stretch on forever, and with…
Serena Williams and Paula Badosa showed off their dance moves during the tennis off-season. The American turned head with her moves during the WYN Beauty event in Miami. In other news, Aryna Sabalenka…
Despite losing Paolo Banchero to an injury early in the season, the Magic were on a tear, holding on to one of the top seeds in the Eastern Conference. Franz Wagner was the driving force behind that…
In a matter of days, many players around the league will be eligible to be traded. That means the Charlotte Hornets could be revving up to be active in the trade market. Interestingly, team president…
The legend of NBA great Michael Jordan goes far beyond the basketball court, extending all the way outside to some of the best golf courses in America. And Jordan the golfer is a lot like Jordan the…
Just over a decade ago, the New York Knicks were not only one of the worst basketball teams in the league, but ownership has reportedly alienated the rich history of the franchise as well. Whether it…
Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd had been in sole possession of second place on the all-time assist leaderboard for over a decade, sitting with 12,091 assists in his career. He was finally…
A few weeks ago the Milwaukee Bucks looked like a team still scratching out an identity. Yet through the rough start they found ways to win all four of their NBA Cup group stage games. That earned…
The Cleveland Cavaliers may have ended this week with a disappointing loss to the Miami Heat 122-113 on Sunday, but it was another successful week of games. Cleveland continued their torrid start,…
The two-time Olympic champion moved to second on the NBA assists list after notching his 12,092nd assist in a 121-116 win against the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday.
After missing the last seven games due to injury management, Joel Embiid made a successful return last night for the Philadelphia, leading the team to a momentum-building win on the road over the…
In this interview series, we dive into the power of fandom, exploring its evolution and impact across various industries. I recently sat down with Mel Barry, senior director of brand marketing for the…
After a short road trip where the OKC Thunder finished off with a win against the New Orleans Pelicans, the team heads back to the Sooner State as they prep to host the Dallas Mavericks in Tuesday's…
The NBA season is over a quarter of the way through. That's quite a surprising sentence, but it's where the league is at early in December. The Dallas Mavericks have found their stride, too. They've…
After an extended absence that felt like an eternity for Milwaukee Bucks’ fans, Khris Middleton's return couldn’t have come at a better time. The Bucks’ early season turbulence—starting 2-8 before…
Dear LeBron, … ask out.Dear A.D., ... follow him.This is my Christmas wish for a Lakers franchise that has lost the town to the Dodgers, lost the season because of a lousy roster, and just lost by 41…
Though we are hitting a bit of a lull in the WNBA offseason until the calendar flips from 2024 to 2025, players have continued to play across the globe or are preparing for their seasons to begin in…
Former NBA basketball player Shaquille O’Neal was seen browsing at DFS Wednesbury last Thursday (December 5). The 7 feet 1 professional athlete is regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of…
It’s NBA Cup Week and the Knicks will have one final test before entering their quarter-finals matchup against the Atlanta Hawks. Later on Monday New York will play the Raptors and a few familiar…
The New Orleans Pelicans have practically been a key player on the trade market since the inception of the Zion Williamson era in the Big Easy. Whether it's pundits surmising that Z should play in a…
So much for a winning streak. A night after ending a 16-game losing streak by beating Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, the Wizards got annihilated by the Memphis Grizzlies. Only a resolute…
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Brandon Miller led the way with 26 points and the game clinching free throws as the Charlotte Hornets defeated the Indiana Pacers, 113-109. The Summary The first couple of minutes looked like some…
The Dallas Mavericks will be looking to pick up an eighth consecutive victory when they journey to the Paycom Center to face the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday morning. This will be the second…
The Houston Rockets got back on the winning track on Sunday night, downing the Los Angeles Clippers 117-106 behind 31 points from Jalen Green. Green wasn’t terribly efficient, going 9-for-20 from the…
MIAMI — Cleveland lost just its fourth game of the season against the Miami Heat on Sunday. In this episode of the Wine and Gold Talk podcast, Ethan Sands and Chris Fedor delve into why Miami is a…
Suresh Raina and Virat Kohli are perhaps two of the unanimous names that make up an all-time Indian Premier League (IPL) playing XI. Apart from being two of the top run scorers in the competition,…
Marching into Gallagher Shopping Park earlier this week, the 7 ft 1 basketball player turned sports analyst spent 19 years on the court and was in the store looking for some new furniture before…
Orlando Magic coach Jamahl Mosley did not think much of it as trainers worked on Franz Wagner on the sideline during the second half of Friday's game in Philadelphia. It is not abnormal for players to…
Chris Paul made NBA history by becoming the player with the second-most assists in league history, surpassing Jason Kidd's total of 12,091 during the San Antonio Spurs' 121-116 victory over the New…
Sabrina Carpenter might have ditched Barry Keoghan, but she’s just scored a big campaign with Versace. The “Espresso” singer stars alongside NBA basketball player Alexandre Sarr in a new ad for the…
Maybe it was fitting that on the night that Marcus Smart played his first game at the Garden as an opponent, the Celtics’ collective performance almost read as an homage to their beloved and (mostly)…
Marching into Gallagher Shopping Park earlier this week, the 7 ft 1 basketball player turned sports analyst spent 19 years on the court and was in the store looking for some new goodies before…
Former Wizards player Paul Pierce criticized Washington's coaching staff for failing to motivate players and questioned the organization's ability to address deeper issues like leadership, roster…
Nikola Jokić – A+ Nikola Jokić spoke up after an embarrassing loss to the Wizards Saturday night. He told Altitude’s Katy Winge that he expected a “reaction” after the Nuggets performed below standard…
☀️ Cheers San Antonio! We’re back, helping you stay up to date with what’s happening. Let's take on the day together! In today's newsletter:River Walk extension nears design completionUTSA students…
The Golden State Warriors defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 114-106 on Sunday, as Stephen Curry paced the team with 30 points, Gary Payton II played lockdown defense against Anthony Edwards, and…
Reigning NBA Most Valuable Player Nikola Jokic continued his big-scoring form by hitting 48 points as the Denver Nuggets eased past the Atlanta Hawks 141-111 on Sunday.Jokic, who recorded a career…
Following the unveiling of the College Football Playoff bracket on Sunday, controversy quickly erupted over the committee's decision to select SMU over Alabama. While many pundits debated the merits…
According to a report from Jeff Passan, superstar outfielder Juan Soto has reached a historic agreement with the New York Mets for a 15-year, $765 million contract, making it the largest deal in…
Nadir Hifi is having a dreamlike season with EuroLeague newcomers Paris Basketball. The player and his agent, Olivier Mazet, break down how an undersized French guard has become one of the league's…
Scoot Henderson was finally available to play on the road against the Los Angeles Lakers after missing the Portland Trail Blazers' past four games with a quad contusion. The Blazers fell to the Lakers…
With Andrew Wiggins out of the Golden State Warriors’ rematch against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to an ankle impingement, Steve Kerr was forced to concoct a fresh starting lineup that covered…
Don't worry, Sacramento Kings fans. Your TVs are fine, and Kings coach Mike Brown really did repeat the word “possession” a whopping 26 times in about a minute during his postgame conference after his…
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Lakers snapped a four-game losing streak from their road trip with a 107-98 win against the Portland Trail Blazers. With LeBron James ruled out due to left foot soreness,…
Draymond Green on Sunday took a page out of Steph Curry's book of celebrations in a big win over Rudy Gobert and the Minnesota Timberwolves at Chase
SAN FRANCISCO – With the Warriors leading by six and less than 10 minutes remaining, the streaking Minnesota Timberwolves called upon their firebrand leader. Anthony Edwards strolled to the scorer’s…
The Sacramento Kings have had anything but a smooth start to the 2024-25 season, but they have greatly benefited from three early matchups against the Utah Jazz. Thanks to a 141-97 win over the Jazz…
There should be two key takeaways for the Lakers after Sunday’s win over the Blazers: They should look into scheduling Portland more often They should get Shohei Ohtani season tickets Jokes aside,…
I could spend hours watching film, pouring through quotes from players and coaches, and breaking down all the things that aren’t going right for the Phoenix Suns on the court right now. But some…
SACRAMENTO — Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy recently said, “winning is boring.”He didn’t say that winning isn’t fun, or that winning doesn’t feel good. His point was, the things that have to happen…
SACRAMENTO – On a night when the Kings got big-time production from several players, Doug McDermott found a way to stand out from everyone else. And it took him about six minutes to do so. McDermott,…
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The New Orleans Pelicans continued their disappointing season with a 121-116 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday night. Despite their late-game effort, the Pelicans’ shortcomings remain evident.…
On Sunday, the Charlotte Hornets had the enormous task of snapping an eight-game losing streak. Odds were stacked against them, especially with LaMelo Ball headlining the Hornets' lengthy injury…
The Portland Trail Blazers lost on the road to the Los Angeles Lakers with a final score of 107-98. Portland has now lost four consecutive games, dropping to 8-16 on the season. Early on, this seemed…
Anthony Edwards scored 27 points in an exciting duel against Steph Curry’s 30 points, but his late game meltdown ended his team’s four game win streak.
Kings head coach Mike Brown meets with the media after Sacramento’s dominant 141-97 win over the Utah Jazz.
Kings guard De’Aaron Fox speaks to reporters to discuss Malik Monk’s impact on the Kings’ offense since being inserted into the starting lineup.
Anthony Davis scored 30 points and had 11 rebounds, D'Angelo Russell added 28 points with 14 assists and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Portland Trail Blazers 107-98 on Sunday night without LeBron…
ORLANDO, (KYMA, KECY) -The Phoenix Suns came up short against the Orlando Magic on Sunday night, falling 115-110 in a game that slipped away in the final moments. Despite a strong showing from Devin…
The Portland Trail Blazers lost on the road to the Los Angeles Lakers with a final score of 107-98. Portland has now lost four consecutive games, dropping to 8-16 on the season. Early on, this seemed…
The Point God has had an incredible career, and there's not a soul alive who can prove otherwise. I mean, sure, there are fans across the NBA who dislike Chris Paul for his, let's call them 'antics.'…
Bill Simmons reported that Kawhi Leonard will be making his season debut for the Clippers before Christmas, but head coach Ty Lue isn’t so sure. Following the report from Simmons, Lue was questioned…
Draymond Green really does not like Rudy Gobert. For years, he’s bristled at the comparisons between himself and Gobert as top defenders in the NBA, regularly highlighting Gobert’s struggles in the…
MIAMI — There was no walking boot. Only a minor limp. Cavs phenom Evan Mobley left the visitor’s locker room inside Kaseya Center shortly before 10 p.m. Sunday with little concern about his sprained…
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Draymond Green is the newest ambassador of Steph Curry's "night-night" celebration. It came with a twist only Green could've given it, too. Looking to put the game away late in the fourth quarter,…
Published: 00:23 EST, 9 December 2024 | Updated: 00:24 EST, 9 December 2024 LOS ANGELES (AP) - Anthony Davis scored 30 points and had 11 rebounds, D´Angelo Russell added 28 points with 14 assists and…
Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James' latest performance in the G League has sparked heated debate among basketball enthusiasts. In his third appearance for the South Bay Lakers, James scored a…
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The Kings have been searching for production from their bench since Malik Monk moved into the starting lineup. They got it from Kevin Huerter — and later Doug McDermott — in Sunday’s game against the…
LOS ANGELES — The Lakers returned from their four-game road trip, which they lost the final three games of, looking and sounding like a team in need of a stretch of time at home.And with the team…
The Portland Trail Blazers faced the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night in a game where L.A. missed vast swaths of their normal lineup. LeBron James did not play, nor did scoring guard Austin Reeves.…
SALT LAKE CITY – After Friday’s 42-point victory over the Portland Trail Blazers, the Jazz were on the wrong end of a lopsided blowout in their 141-97 loss to the Sacramento Kings. Keyonte George…
The Portland Trail Blazers practically couldn’t help but play better Sunday at the Los Angeles Lakers than they did during Friday night’s 42-point loss to the Utah Jazz.And the Blazers did. But not…
Watch extended highlights of the Sacramento Kings’ 141-97 win over the Utah Jazz on December 8, 2024, at Golden 1 Center.
Kevin Huerter scores 26 points in the Sacramento Kings’ 141-97 win over the Utah Jazz on December 8, 2024, at Golden 1 Center.
INGLEWOOD — The Clippers had been idle since a tough 28-point loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves three nights ago.During that time off, they had time to get their sixth-rated defense back on track.…
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Nikola Jokić called for a response. And so the Denver Nuggets responded to their worst loss of the season with a blowout win in Atlanta. The fellas hit the
The Lakers had little choice Sunday night in their return to Los Angeles, a style of play chosen for them instead of them choosing it.LeBron James, upgraded to probable earlier in the day, was…
Things started well for the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night until late, as the Golden State Warriors ultimately ended Minnesota's four-game winning streak with a 114-106 victory at Chase…
It was going good on the road for the Portland Trail Blazers Sunday night against the Los Angeles Lakers ... until it wasn’t. Propelled by a huge second quarter, the LeBron James-less Lakers shut down…
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 121-116 Sunday evening. During the tightly contested matchup, Spurs guard Chris Paul made history by passing Jason Kidd for second all-time in…
De’Aaron Fox scores 21 points in the Sacramento Kings’ 141-97 win over the Utah Jazz on December 8, 2024, at Golden 1 Center.
SACRAMENTO – Domantas Sabonis notched his 21st double-double in 25 games this season, and the Kings got a huge game out of Kevin Huerter off the bench as Sacramento rolled to a 141-97 win over the…
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After years of being considered well past his prime and nearing retirement, the Denver Nuggets took a chance on nine-time All-Star and 2017 NBA MVP Russell Westbrook in the offseason. While Westbrook…
The Golden State Warriors edged out a 114–106 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night, with some late heroics from Draymond Green helping to seal the deal toward the end of the fourth…
Anthony Davis and Rui Hachimura carried the Lakers early and D’Angelo Russell caught fire in the fourth as the Lakers picked up another win at home even with LeBron James on Sunday, taking down the…
Published: 23:43 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 23:43 EST, 8 December 2024 SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - Kevin Huerter had 26 points, including six 3-pointers, and the Sacramento Kings beat the Utah Jazz…
Published: 23:43 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 23:44 EST, 8 December 2024 INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) - Jalen Green scored 31 points, Amen Thompson added 22 and the Houston Rockets defeated the Los…
Having three days off allowed the Clippers to get some much-needed rest and a mental refresh after a slew of tough games.But the time off didn’t make the Clippers whole.With team leader James Harden…
Entering Sunday’s game in San Francisco, Mike Conley led the Timberwolves in clutch-time net rating. Minnesota outscored opponents by 13.3 points per 100 possessions with its floor general on the…
SAN FRANCISCO - Having scored one point in five minutes, seeing an 11-point lead dissipate into a deficit, the Golden State Warriors went to a Steph Curry pick-and-roll on the wing with Jonathan…
SACRAMENTO – The Utah Jazz were on the wrong end of a two-game turnaround in a rough loss to the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center on Sunday. After beating the Blazers by 42 points on Friday, the…
Times like these really make that Utah Jazz win over the Trail Blazers seem like a distant memory, even though it was only a few nights ago. As it turns out, no-holds-barred beatdowns are more fun to…
The Jazz continue to be inconsistent when it comes to the final score. After the dominant performance Utah put on against Portland, they get blown out 141-99 at the hands of the Sacramento Kings. It…
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BOX SCORE SAN FRANCISCO – The opponent was the same, but the product on the court and the result were much different two days apart. The Warriors on Friday night only mustered 90 points against the…
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Another disastrous offensive display proved the downfall of the Golden State Warriors on Friday, having lost their sixth game in seven appearances with a 107-90 defeat to the Minnesota…
First Klay Thompson, now Draymond Green. This is the second-straight season where one of the Golden State Warriors' all-time legends have been pushed back into a bench role, albeit in vastly different…
The Golden State Warriors have an issue with their center spot right now, with Trayce Jackson-Davis having disappointed so far in his second season to the point where Steve Kerr has gone back to Kevon…
SACRAMENTO – In the fourth quarter against the Kings, Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen showed off his athleticism on a powerful two-hand dunk. The Finnish big man struggled in Sacramento but when the…
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The Miami Heat are amidst their best run of form so far this season. They are coming off three wins on the trot and even more impressive is the quality of opposition they have defeated along the way.…
The idea of LeBron being traded to the Warriors has once again reared it’s head. Shams Charania recently appeared on NBA Today to discuss the Warriors’ pursuit of a big trade, which prompted Michael…
The Golden State Warriors got humbled on Friday night, losing a one-sided affair to the Minnesota Timberwolves despite the return of Steph Curry and Draymond Green. But they didn’t have to wait long…
Kevin Durant has been one of the best players in the NBA basically since he arrived in the league in 2008, but due to his overlap with Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, and Stephen Curry, he hasn’t ever…
Published: 23:13 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 23:14 EST, 8 December 2024 SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Stephen Curry sunk a 39-foot jumper from nearly halfcourt to beat the third-quarter buzzer and finished…
Curry had an early burst of eight points to start the second quarter, and he finished with 19 in the half. But the Wolves limited the rest of the Warriors to 12-for-36 shooting. They closed the half…
MIAMI – It was an exciting Sunday night as the Miami Heat beat the Cleveland Cavaliers, 122-113, in what was not only their third straight quality win and the second game in a back-to-back, but it was…
The Phoenix Suns and Devin Booker fall to the Orlando Magic 115-110. Both teams were without key players. The Suns missing KD, Nurkic & Dunn
On Sunday night, the Golden State Warriors beat the Minnesota Timberwolves, 114-106. The Warriors got a rematch after losing to them on Friday, and fell by double digits in the second half, but were…
That game was way closer than Spurs fans would have liked, but at least it was an exciting win instead of a frustrating loss. San Antonio pulled off the victory over the Pelicans 121-116, and while…
The Atlanta Falcons lost by three touchdowns, the Atlanta Hawks lost by 30 points and the Atlanta Braves welcomed outfielder Juan Soto back into the National League East.
SACRAMENTO – The first half in Sacramento was far from pretty for the Jazz but Keyonte George remained a bright spot for Utah at Golden 1 Center. Through the first two quarters, George led the team in…
Once you peel back a layer of the Phoenix Suns, it has not been a pleasant sight for what has been revealed. In a reveal brought on by stretches without Kevin Durant, that reveal continued in Sunday's…
SAN FRANCISCO — Having scored one point in five minutes, seeing an 11-point lead dissipate into a deficit, the Warriors went to a Steph Curry pick-and-roll on the wing with Jonathan Kuminga.Kuminga…
The Nuggets handed the Hawks a 141-111 loss on Sunday after jumping on them early in the matchup at State Farm Arena. The 30-point blowout snapped the Hawks' six-game win streak. Here are five…
Dec 8, 2024, 10:32 PM ETJuan Soto is getting paid.2 RelatedThe 26-year-old outfielder signed a 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan. It has no…
The New Orleans Pelicans lost a heartbreaking game to the San Antonio Spurs 121-116 Sunday night. New Orleans played on the second night of a back-to-back after losing to the Oklahoma City Thunder on…
The Spurs made it more suspenseful than it needed to be but secured a 121-116 win against the shorthanded Pelicans on Sunday. Chris Paul surpassed Jason Kidd in the all-time assist leaderboard in the…
That game was way closer than Spurs fans would have liked, but at least it was an exciting win instead of a frustrating loss. San Antonio pulled off the victory over the Pelicans 121-116, and while…
LeBron James had appeared in all 23 of the Lakers games this season until Sunday. The 39-year-old James missed Los Angeles’ game against the Trail Blazers because of left foot soreness, ESPN’s Dave…
Nikola Jokić produced another dazzling high-scoring performance with a 48-point masterpice as the Denver Nuggets crushed the Atlanta Hawks 141-111 on the road on Sunday.Reigning NBA Most Valuable…
ORLANDO, Fla. - Since drafting Paolo Banchero No. 1 overall in 2022, the Magic had played only one game with Banchero and Franz Wagner both out of the lineup. Orlando played just its second game…
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is one of the most popular athletes in the world. Winning the World Series in Los Angeles after signing 10-year, $700 million contract with the franchise, Ohtani…
San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul moves into second place on the all-time assist leaderboard, passing Jason Kidd on the list. Paul passed Kidd with 12,092 on a pass in the first half of the Spurs 121…
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Despite posting All-Star-caliber production, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams strives to improve. In a game in which the Thunder held a 30-point lead in their 119-109 victory against the…
It won’t go down as the prettiest outing on the part of the Milwaukee Bucks, but they were able to wring just enough out of the entire rotation to topple the Brooklyn Nets on the road, 118-113.…
A trip to San Antonio was supposed to be the cure for the New Orleans Pelicans’ road woes.After all, the Pelicans had won five straight games in the arena now called the Frost Bank Center.But for the…
“The wait (is) almost over” was Montrezl Harrell’s short, but pointed Instagram post across the weekend.
The Miami Heat walked away with an impressive 122-113 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday evening.The victory is much to the credit of Tyler Herro, who continues to perform at an All-Star…
Published: 22:04 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 22:04 EST, 8 December 2024 SAN ANTONIO (AP) - Chris Paul moved into second place on the NBA's career assists list, Victor Wembanyama came back from an…
The San Antonio Spurs beat the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday, 121-116. The Spurs had to overcome in-game injuries and a late comeback to beat New Orleans, with Victor Wembanyama, Keldon Johnson, Zach…
The Denver Nuggets picked up a huge 141-111 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday night behind a 48-point performance by superstar center Nikola Jokic. The 30-point win is exactly what the Nuggets…
Published: 21:53 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 21:54 EST, 8 December 2024 WASHINGTON (AP) - Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 21 points, Scotty Pippen Jr. had 14 points and 12 assists and the short-handed…
A trip to San Antonio was supposed to be the cure for the New Orleans Pelicans’ road woes.After all, the Pelicans had won five straight games in the arena now called the Frost Bank Center.But for the…
Jimmy Butler may be the face of the Miami Heat right now, but he's well aware that Tyler Herro is the face of the franchise in the near future. Although Butler has led the Heat to two NBA Finals…
Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 21 points, Scotty Pippen Jr. had 14 points and 12 assists and the short-handed Memphis Grizzlies romped to a 140-112 victory over the Washington Wizards on Sunday night. Santi…
Taking down an expected Conference Finals contender following two lackluster showings to open the season was equally impressive and unforeseen for the Brooklyn Nets and their new head coach Jordi…
Published: 21:43 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 21:43 EST, 8 December 2024 MIAMI (AP) - The last time Miami guard Dru Smith faced the Cleveland Cavaliers, he badly hurt his right knee in an awkward…
Despite a litany of first-half setbacks to a handful of Spurs’ rotation players, Victor Wembanyama closed the game out with a personal 7-0 run to help San Antonio wrestle the game away from an…
Entering the Orlando Magic's 115-110 home win over the Phoenix Suns on Sunday night, former UNC basketball one-and-done and 2020 No. 15 overall draft pick Cole Anthony was averaging a career-low 4.9…
Published: 21:39 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 21:39 EST, 8 December 2024 LOS ANGELES (AP) - LeBron James will sit out Sunday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers due to left foot soreness, the…
Joel Embiid made a triumphant return to action on Sunday but he was far from jubilant afterward. The Sixers superstar center expressed exasperation to ESPN’s Tim Bontemps over his ongoing left knee…
SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Spurs point guard Chris Paul moved to second on the NBA’s all-time assists list against the New Orleans Pelicans, the franchise where his 20-year career began, on…
The Cleveland Cavaliers came out sluggish against the Heat and the defense looked asleep at the wheel, allowing the Miami Heat to comfortably keep the Cavaliers at bay. Grades are based on our usual…
ATLANTA — After a rock-bottom defeat that bailed their opponent out of a 16-game losing streak, the only path to redemption for the Nuggets was to snap the next foe’s six-game win streak — 24 hours…
PHOENIX -- The reeling Phoenix Suns (12-11) faltered in the fourth quarter in a game that was controlled for much of the night against the surging Orlando Magic (17-9) - who also moved to 10-0 at home…
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Portland Trail Blazers due to soreness in his left foot. It is the first game the veteran will miss this…
Published: 21:28 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 21:28 EST, 8 December 2024 ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) - Jalen Suggs scored 14 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter on Sunday night and the Orlando Magic beat…
Sunday night at Kia Arena turned into a gritty, hard-fought battle as the Phoenix Suns took on the Orlando Magic. That’s the kind of game you expect against the feisty Magic. A young, brash, and…
The Long Island came into Nassau Coliseum Sunday afternoon, having lost their past seven games, which is the G-League’s longest losing streak and hoping for a win as well as some development…
PORTLAND, MAINE — After the Celtics fell to the Grizzlies on Friday night — their fifth game in seven nights — the players all looked forward to a highly-anticipated day off. But, Jordan Walsh, who…
CHICAGO — Joel Embiid missed his first seven shots Sunday afternoon.And then he turned into vintage Embiid.Embiid amassed 31 points, 12 rebounds and four assists in his return from an ongoing knee…
The Charlotte Hornets (7-17) spoil T.J. McConnell’s career night by defeating the Indiana Pacers (10-15) 113-109 from Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley left Sunday’s loss to the Miami Heat with a left ankle sprain. This is a night after his career-high 41 points in the win over the Charlotte Hornets. Mobley…
The Point God is now second all-time in assists.With 7:06 left in the second quarter, Chris Paul set up Victor Wembanyama for a 3-pointer that was Paul’s 12,092nd assist in his career, moving him past…
It was an off night for the Cleveland Cavaliers who fell to the Miami Heat 122-113 in South Beach on Sunday night. Donovan Mitchell finished with 12 points on 5-16 shooting, though Darius Garland had…
The San Antonio Spurs had an injury scare with star center Victor Wembanyama during Sunday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans, but he was able to return to the game after spending a brief period…
Published: 20:49 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 20:49 EST, 8 December 2024 ATLANTA (AP) - Nikola Jokic scored 48 points and the Denver Nuggets never trailed in their 141-111 win over the Atlanta…
Two-time NBA scoring champion Joel Embiid returned to the Philadelphia 76ers' starting lineup against the Chicago Bulls on Sunday.After missing his first seven shots and ambling deliberately in his…
Chris Paul and the San Antonio Spurs looked to get back on track on Sunday night after losing their previous three games of the 2024-25 NBA season. In their 24th game, the Spurs hosted the injury…
MIAMI – After the Miami Heat won against the Phoenix Suns in impressive fashion, they came back the next day in the second game of a back-to-back and beat the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference,…
In one of the takeaways from Saturday's 125-118 win over the Toronto Raptors, Dallas Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic registered a triple-double. Doncic finished the game with 30 points, 13 rebounds…
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Published: 20:38 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 20:38 EST, 8 December 2024 MIAMI (AP) - Tyler Herro scored 34 points, Duncan Robinson had 23 and the Miami Heat stayed hot by beating the Cleveland…
San Antonio Spurs veteran Chris Paul is having a big night.On Sunday, the 12-time All-Star surpassed Jason Kidd for the second-most assists in NBA history—a total of 12,092, one more than Kidd's…
LOS ANGELES -- Lakers star LeBron James will miss his first game of the season Sunday night against the Portland Trail Blazers because of left foot soreness.James, 39, first experienced the soreness…
LOS ANGELES -- Lakers star LeBron James will miss his first game of the season Sunday night against the Portland Trail Blazers because of left foot soreness.James, 39, first experienced the soreness…
Published: 20:33 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 20:34 EST, 8 December 2024 SAN ANTONIO (AP) - San Antonio Spurs point guard Chris Paul moved to second on the NBA's all-time assists list against the…
So far, this has been an underwhelming season for the Sacramento Kings. As of writing this, they are 11-13 and ranked 12th in the Western Conference. It has been a great season for De'Aaron Fox,…
LOS ANGELES — Lakers forward LeBron James missed his first game of the season on Sunday in the team’s home matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers.James, who entered Sunday as questionable because…
In one of the takeaways from Saturday's 125-118 win over the Toronto Raptors, Dallas Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic registered a triple-double. Doncic finished the game with 30 points, 13 rebounds…
Five takeaways from the Miami Heat’s impressive 122-113 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers (21-4) on Sunday night at Kaseya Center to improve to 3-0 on its four-game homestand. The Heat (12-10) now…
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ByDAVE MCMENAMINDecember 8, 2024, 8:39 PMLos Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will sit out Sunday night against the Portland Trail Blazers because of left foot soreness, sources told ESPN.
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Chris Paul has passed Jason Kidd (2,091) as the second-leading assist leader of all time. Kidd was a master on the floor with the ball in his hands in his day. Passing him is no small feat. Sure, the…
Zion Williamson has been the unfulfilled promise in New Orleans. Five years on from his arrival in the Big Easy from the decorated Duke University, and despite complementary roster additions made…
The Hawks faced the Denver Nuggets at home on Sunday evening with a chance to win seven straight. Trae Young and De’Andre Hunter were ruled available after being listed on the injury report, but Jalen…
Joel Embiid played great in the Philadelphia 76ers' win over the Chicago Bulls. It was hopefully the beginning of a long stretch of play.Embiid is far from out of the woods with his troublesome left…
Martina Navratilova has shared her thoughts on Shaquille O'Neal's inspiring anecdote about a transformative experience in his life. The NBA legend reminisced about how his stepfather taught him a…
The Portland Trail Blazers' ability to find diamonds in the rough has been overlooked in their rebuild. Previously, the hidden gem on Portland's roster was Toumani Camara, but he's becoming a more…
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Published: 20:14 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 20:14 EST, 8 December 2024 INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - Brandon Miller hit two free throws in the final seconds and finished with 26 points as the Charlotte…
It didn’t take long for Joel Embiid to make an impact.After missing seven games due to “left knee injury management” — the reasoning used for all 16 games he has missed this season — Embiid looked a…
SAN FRANCISCO — The Warriors ruled out Andrew Wiggins ahead of their contest against the Timberwolves, meaning Golden State will be without its best point-of-attack defender against Anthony…
SummaryThe Hornets jumped out to an early 9-0 lead, fueled by strong play from Josh Green and Cody Martin. However, the Pacers responded quickly, keeping the game competitive throughout the first…
Published: 19:58 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 19:58 EST, 8 December 2024 SAN ANTONIO (AP) - Victor Wembanyama left the floor three minutes in to the San Antonio Spurs' game against the New Orleans…
Dec 8, 2024, 08:05 PM ETMIAMI -- The Cleveland Cavaliers lost forward Evan Mobley in the first half of Sunday's game at Miami with a left ankle sprain.The Cavaliers announced at halftime that he would…
After being upgraded to probable to play for the Lakers in Sunday’s game against the Blazers, LeBron James was downgraded to doubtful roughly two hours before tip. LeBron had been listed on the injury…
Chris Paul has passed Jason Kidd (2,091) as the second-leading assist leader of all time. Kidd was a master on the floor with the ball in his hands in his day. Passing him is no small feat. Sure, the…
The Indiana Pacers fell to the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday night, losing 113-109. The Hornets have only won seven games all season, although two of them came at the expense of the Pacers. Indiana won…
Jaren Jackson Jr. was 5 for his past 25 beyond the arc, but hit three of his four tries, including a critical trey in the fourth quarter. The Celtics have enough defensive discipline to allow desired…
The Pistons ended a 16-game losing streak to the Knicks with a 120-111 win at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night. Cade Cunningham, who signed a max rookie scale extension in the offseason,…
The Denver Nuggets have hit a rough patch, losing three of their last four to drop to 11-10 on the season. Despite their cold streak, Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic is having the best season of his…
Published: 19:38 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 19:38 EST, 8 December 2024 MIAMI (AP) - The Cleveland Cavaliers lost forward Evan Mobley in the first half of Sunday's game at Miami with a left ankle…
MIAMI — The Cavs can’t seem to shake the injury bug. On the heels of his career game a little more than 24 hours earlier, young forward Evan Mobley, one of the team’s All-Star hopefuls, suffered a…
Backup big man Andre Drummond entered the United Center on Sunday with a gleaming smile as he walked the hallway to the locker room, passing out hugs along the way.This time, however, Drummond was…
Josh Giddey flashed his elite playmaking in Chicago’s 108-100 loss to Philadelphia and while Ben Simmons did the same, there wasn’t a whole lot more from the Australian. Read on for a wrap of the…
Throughout the season we’ll break down some interesting topics concerning the Toronto Raptors. Sometimes the questions will come from submitted queries (like a mini-mailbag to complement the full…
The Dallas Mavericks have found their footing on the season, and they're making a statement. They've won 11 of their last 12 games played and they're now 16-8 on the season following a shaky start,…
NEW YORK -- Giannis Antetkounmpo had 34 points, 11 rebounds and four assists and the Milwaukee Bucks snapped a two-game skid with a 118-113 win over the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday.Damien Lillard had 15…
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Andre Drummond walked into the United Center on Sunday morning wearing a gleaming smile as he strode the familiar hallway from the team bus to the locker room, passing out hugs along the way. This…
NBA superstar Joel Embiid has starred in his return from a knee injury, lifting the Philadelphia 76ers to a 108-100 win over Chicago.Josh Giddey produced some fodder for the game's highlight reel,…
With about a quarter of the 2024-25 season gone by, the Los Angeles Lakers are barely hovering over .500 at 12-11. The team has been dealt a raw hand in terms of injuries with the entire frontcourt…
New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson is currently sidelined with a hamstring injury suffered earlier this season. The two-time All-Star remains out indefinitely with no definitive timetable for a…
The Utah Jazz will take on the Sacramento Kings in a battle of differing objectives. The Kings have been underwhelming this season. They traded for DeMar DeRozan in hopes to take them to another…
The Nuggets did the unthinkable and squandered a historic night for Nikola Jokic, after losing 122-113 to the Wizards – who hadn’t won in 16 games before then. Jokic was doing absolutely everything he…
The Milwaukee Bucks snapped their two-game winning streak with a gutsy 118-113 win over the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday afternoon. It was far from a clean game, with Milwaukee committing 16 turnovers.…
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The New York Knicks believed their defensive woes through the first month of the season had been long gone after a stretch of 11 wins in 15 games. Saturday night proved how far the team still needs to…
The Chicago Bulls lost to the Philadelphia 76ers 108-100 on Sunday afternoon as Joel Embiid returned from a seven-game absence to score 31 points while Tyrese
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Barclays Center, when the Brooklyn Nets don’t have a team chock-full of internationally recognizable superstars (can you believe that really happened?) is still a fun place to watch a basketball game.…
After a poor 2023-24 season plagued with injuries, the Memphis Grizzlies have bounced back to become one of the hottest teams in the NBA. The Grizzlies have won eight of their last nine games, moving…
Published: 18:28 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 18:28 EST, 8 December 2024 NEW YORK (AP) - Giannis Antetkounmpo had 34 points, 11 rebounds and four assists and the Milwaukee Bucks snapped a two-game…
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CHICAGO (AP) — Two-time NBA scoring champion Joel Embiid returned to the Philadelphia 76ers' starting lineup against the Chicago Bulls on Sunday.After missing his first seven shots and ambling…
NEW YORK - Giannis Antetkounmpo had 34 points, 11 rebounds and four assists and the Milwaukee Bucks snapped a two-game skid with a 118-113 win over the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday. Damian Lillard had 15…
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The Wizards ended their 16-game losing streak with a victory over Denver on Saturday. Both teams were missing key players and Washington withstood a 56-point barrage from Nikola Jokic. Jordan Poole…
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CHICAGO -- After 76ers center Joel Embiid finished with 31 points and 12 rebounds in Philadelphia's 108-100 win against the Bullson Sunday, he admitted it's been a difficult process for him mentally…
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Joel Embiid returned from a seven-game absence to provide 31 points and 12 rebounds as the Philadelphia 76ers held off the host Chicago Bulls for a 108-100 win on Sunday afternoon.Embiid carried…
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De'Andre Hunter's name has been buzzing around the league as the Atlanta Hawks' forward is playing some of the best basketball coming off the bench this season. He's been a big reason why the Hawks…
The CHGO Bulls crew break down the Chicago Bulls 108-100 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday afternoon.
Joel Embiid’s returned to the Sixers’ lineup to spark their win over the Bulls, with Tyrese Maxey pitching in a triple-double to help Philadelphia get an
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Just when it seemed like it couldn't get any worse for the New Orleans Pelicans, this team found a way to defy expectations once again. The Pels were finally close to full health again, with everyone…
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While there's no doubting that Victor Wembanyama is the San Antonio Spurs best player, it's perhaps just slightly less obvious that Devin Vassell ranks as their second best. Chris Paul, who's got the…
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The main story of the Philadelphia 76ers' 108-100 win over the Chicago Bulls was Joel Embiid, who played a great game in his return from a seven-game absence. But Tyrese Maxey also had a very notable…
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The Philadelphia 76ers (7-15) will take on the Chicago Bulls (10-15) in a brief weekend getaway. Joel Embiid made his return to the starting lineup as the Sixers tried to continue their stretch of…
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Published: 15:54 EST, 8 December 2024 | Updated: 15:55 EST, 8 December 2024 CHICAGO (AP) - Joel Embiid had 31 points and 12 rebounds in his return, Tyrese Maxey got his first career triple-double and…
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Like an angry driver in I-5 rush hour traffic, San Antonio Spurs center Zach Collins expressed his frustrations toward an official with a common but obscene gesture Friday during San Antonio’s 140-113…
automation CHICAGO -- - Joel Embiid had 31 points and 12 rebounds in his return, Tyrese Maxey got his first career triple-double and the Philadelphia 76ers held on to beat the Chicago Bulls 108-100 on…
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Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic was a problem for the Washington Wizards on Saturday, putting up a career-high 56 points, 16 rebounds and eight assists for a massive triple-double. The Nuggets,…
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On Saturday afternoon, the Cleveland Cavaliers continued their hot start to the season with a road win over the Charlotte Hornets, pushing their record to an astonishing 21-3. On Saturday, it was Evan…
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New Orleans Pelicans star Brandon Ingram suffered an ankle injury during Saturday night's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, and it will reportedly
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The NBA has announced that it has fined Zach Collins $35,000 for making obscene gestures at an official after receiving a technical foul in the San Antonio Spurs' recent loss to the Sacramento Kings.…
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New Orleans Pelicans star Brandon Ingram has sustained a significant low left ankle sprain and is out indefinitely, sources told ESPN on Sunday.Ingram will miss extended time with the injury, sources…
The New Orleans Pelicans are expected to be without one of their top players for a significant amount of time, according to an ESPN report.Brandon Ingram, who left Saturday’s game against the Oklahoma…
New Orleans Pelicans star Brandon Ingram has sustained a significant low left ankle sprain and is out indefinitely, sources told ESPN on Sunday.Ingram will miss extended time with the injury, sources…
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Who: Phoenix Suns (12-10) @ Orlando Magic (16-9) When: 4:30pm Arizona Time Where: Kia Center — Orlando, Florida Watch: AZFamily, Suns Live Listen: KMVP 98.7 No rest for the weary, although after this…
If the latest rumors prove to be accurate, there's reason to believe that the LA Clippers could emerge as dark horse contenders in the Western Conference.
The Houston Rockets have gotten off to an exhilarating start in the 2024-25 campaign, racing out to a 15-8 record that has them in fourth place in the gauntlet that is the Western Conference. Despite…
The Denver Nuggets are 0-2 to start their road trip after dropping last night’s game against the hapless Washington Wizards. Now, Denver faces a much more difficult opponent in the Atlanta Hawks. The…
The Celtics faced the blazing-fast Grizzlies in a high-octane showdown full of tactical gambles, where Jrue Holiday and Marcus Smart found themselves on opposite ends of similar defensive strategies.…
After missing the first 21 games of the season with a back injury, Raptors big man Kelly Olynyk made his season debut in Saturday’s loss to Dallas, writes Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca. Olynyk…
The Washington Wizards had one of the worst months of any team so far this season, losing all of their games in November. They put that month behind them to start December as they were able to defeat…
Donovan Mitchell, the Cleveland Cavaliers, Jimmy Butler, and the Miami Heat will all be on tired legs when they square off. The Cavs and Heat will face each other on the second night of a back-to-back…
On the verge of a five-game winning streak, the New York Knicks hosted the Detroit Pistons on Saturday night. Karl-Anthony Towns sat out of this one with
New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson is coming along well in his recovery from offseason foot surgery. The big man has been sidelined since last December
Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images The New York Knicks will certainly be in the market to add depth in the frontcourt, as the injury to Mitchell Robinson has
The Utah Hockey Club and the Philadelphia Flyers started the weekend with different kinds of momentum. Utah is hoping to carry the energy from a strong win into Sunday’s game against Philadelphia,…
The San Antonio Spurs have lost three straight games and have fallen below .500 for the first time since Nov. 18. A big part of their skid has been the absence of Victor Wembanyama, who tweaked his…
Losing one star player is something most NBA teams can survive if they are deep enough. The Magic did just that when Paolo Banchero went down with an injury. Franz Wagner elevated his game,…
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James and his son Bronny James’ game-worn jerseys from Opening Night sold for $102,000 in an auction on Sotheby’s.LeBron wore this jersey on Oct. 22, in addition to two…
Overall, Portland Trail Blazers GM Joe Cronin has patiently navigated their rebuild, but it's finally time for them to be aggressive as sellers. Making a deal before the Feb. 6 trade deadline is…
Although generally bleak, the tanking seasons for the OKC Thunder allowed the team to obtain an ocean of promising prospects. So many, in fact, to the point where positive contributors found…
The Los Angeles Lakers have lost three straight and seven of their last nine to fall to 12-11 on the season. They are currently tenth in the Western Conference and clinging to the final Play-In…
The Indiana Pacers have struggled out of the gates this season and it has caused all sorts of issues within their place in the standings. After reaching the Eastern Conference Finals a year ago,…
Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro have all had great individual games this season, but it has been rare for all three to play at an extremely high level. But on Saturday night against the…
After losing six of their last seven, the Golden State Warriors deperatly need a statement win to get back on track and show the league--for the second time this season--that they are to be taken…
Dec 7, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) congratulates Washington Wizards players after their game at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff…
Dec 5, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) brings the ball up court beside Cleveland Cavaliers forward Isaac Okoro (35) in the second quarter at Rocket Mortgage…
Dec 4, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle reacts during the third quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images…
Dec 1, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Miami Heat forward Bam Adebayo (13) controls the offense against the Toronto Raptors in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn…
Dec 7, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Justin Champagnie (9) dunks the ball as Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson (8) and Wizards guard Bub Carrington (8)…
Dec 6, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) shoots the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers in the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle…
Dec 3, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) grabs a rebound against the Phoenix Suns in the second half of an NBA Cup game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit:…
Indiana Pacers coach Rick Carlisle understands the struggles of the Charlotte Hornets, but that won’t stop him from taking advantage of their situation when they face off in Indianapolis on Sunday.…
The Los Angeles Clippers entered the 2023-24 NBA season with their championship window still wide open but under growing scrutiny. With a roster featuring star talent, the team was constructed to…
After a hellish schedule to start the season, the Clippers were finally able to get an extended rest the past few days. But will that be enough against the potent Houston Rockets, who proved a tough…
The Utah Jazz are looking to win back-to-back games for the first time this season after beating the Portland Trailblazers on Friday night. Their opponent is the 11-13 Sacramento Kings, who are trying…
The Cleveland Cavaliers, with the best record in the NBA at 21-3, are set to face the Miami Heat on Sunday evening. Heat center Bam Adebayo, speaking after Miami’s 121-111 home win over the Phoenix…
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On Saturday night, Penn State head coach James Franklin had the chance to claim his second Big Ten Championship when his No. 3 Nittany Lions faced off against the No. 1 Oregon Ducks in the 2024 Big…
The 2024 college football season has been full of excitement, and the conference championship games are officially in the books. With the College Football Playoff (CFP) selection process about to take…
NBA Rumors: The Golden State Warriors may already have blown their best chance to land a difference-making star via trade. After the first month of the season, the Golden State Warriors had the look…
After shuffling through 35 starting lineups last season and four early this season, Erik Spoelstra might have identified the right mix. Two simple changes -- replacing Terry Rozier and Nikola Jovic…
The Philadelphia 76ers will face the Chicago Bulls on Sunday afternoon at the United Center. The Sixers have been keeping an eye out for one huge injury update that could make their team whole again —…
During the third quarter of the game between the Memphis Grizzlies and Boston Celtics, Ja Morant elevated for a reverse dunk on Kristaps Porzingis that surprised a lot of people. The reason people may…
They know what we're going to do, and we know what they're going to do. Who can battle the predictability better? Charlotte will take the court against Davidson for the 51st time in program history on…
Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith, who has missed the past four games — and six of the past seven — with a left ankle sprain, will return to action on Sunday vs. Milwaukee, per Brian Lewis of The New…
Boston Celtics star forward Jayson Tatum is making his case for his first-ever NBA MVP award. The 26-year-old is having an incredible start to the 2024-25 season, and the Celtics are among the best…
There are advantages to not getting too far in the Emirates Cup. You lose a chance at big bucks, but you get some time off. Today’s game not only comes after three days of rest since the Pacers win…
The Milwaukee Bucks have a matinee matchup today against the Brooklyn Nets. The Bucks will look to avenge an early season loss back in October, which saw Brooklyn beat Milwaukee at the Barclays Center…
The Los Angeles Lakers could use some young players right now.Unfortunately, they used one of their draft picks to get someone who will not be ready for a very long time, if ever.Even so, Bronny James…
Without a doubt one of the best stories of the Los Angeles Lakers’ preseason was the rise of Quincy Olivari. The undrafted guard performed so well in the preseason that the Lakers had to keep him…
The fans at TD Garden made sure to let Marcus Smart feel the love in his return to the TD Garden parquet. Read more on Boston.com.
The Milwaukee Bucks have been very involved in trade rumors around the NBA. Due to their poor start to the season, many have speculated that Milwaukee could end up trading star Giannis Antetokounmpo…
MIAMI - It used to be that Dec. 15 stood as the starting line for NBA trade season, the first day players signed in the offseason could be dealt. In a league increasingly defined by free agency, only…
For the first time since October 30, the Washington Wizards won an NBA game.The Denver Nuggets were far from sharp in their trip to D.C., and the Wizards just got their third win.Needless to say, no…
Long before the start of the NBA season, Brandon Ingram looked like one of the strongest trade candidates.Nevertheless, multiple reports show there hasn’t been much interest in his services around the…
The San Antonio Spurs will look to get back to winning when they host the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday in a Western Conference matchup. The return of Victor Wembanyama could provide a boost for the…
The Orlando Magic have already been without one key player and, starting Sunday night, will have to manage without another. The Magic will play against the Phoenix Suns without forward Franz Wagner,…
On Friday night, the Dallas Wings lost guard Carla Leite to the Golden State Valkyries in the 2025 WNBA Expansion Draft. Leite, a 5’9” French guard, is just 20 years old. She’s been playing…
When the Wizards play the Memphis Grizzlies in Washington, D.C., on Sunday night, they will have a rare chance to start a winning streak. Washington ended a 16-game losing streak on Saturday, beating…
New York Knicks star Mikal Bridges is not satisfied with his team's defensive efforts this season. He voiced his frustrations on Saturday night following the
Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf's son Jaden's girlfriend Catherine Holt and Frances Tiafoe added a dash of celebrity to the college football spectacle on December 7, 2024. The Bank of America Stadium in…
The Washington Wizards play the Memphis Grizzlies tonight at 7 p.m. ET. The game can be seen on Monumental Sports Network. WIZARDS LIVE STREAM Also, during the game, watch our Playback.TV stream which…
The San Antonio Spurs haven't been strangers to losing over the last couple of years. But, despite back-to-back 60-loss seasons, the newly acquired Chris Paul says this team can't get comfortable with…
The Los Angeles Lakers and Portland Trail Blazers, both struggling, will meet Sunday night. Both teams have lost three games in a row and seven of their last nine, dropping down the Western Conference…
Jordan Poole scored 39 points to help the Washington Wizards defeat the Denver Nuggets 122-113 on Saturday, ending their 16-game losing streak. Poole made a career-high nine 3-pointers and was one of…
The Detroit Pistons came out on a mission to break a 16-game losing streak against the Knicks, who were without Karl-Anthony Towns — and took an early lead, beat the Knicks on the boards, and staved…
Getty Images It has been nearly a decade since the Golden State Warriors changed NBA defenses forever. The Memphis Grizzlies -- then leading the nascent superteam 2-1 in a second-round series in the…
Bam Adebayo had the most points, rebounds, and assists in the game, finishing with 25 points, 12 rebounds, and eight assists, as the Miami Heat beat the Phoenix Suns 121-111 on Saturday night. Adebayo…
The Sacramento Kings and the visiting Utah Jazz will both be looking for their second straight win when they play each other on Sunday. The Kings have won two of their last three games, including a…
After losing two games in a row for the first time this season, the Houston Rockets will finish their three-game California trip with a matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday in Inglewood,…
The Chicago Bulls ushered in a new era when they let DeMar DeRozan head West to Sacramento and dealt Alex Caruso to the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for Josh Giddey.There's more work to be done…
If LeBron James is willing to bury the hatchet with a former rival, then the Los Angeles Lakers could find the perfect fit at center.
Ja Morant scored 32 points, grabbed nine rebounds, and dished out nine assists to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 127-121 victory over the Boston Celtics on Saturday night. This win gave the Grizzlies…
The Detroit Pistons returned to winning form by pulling off a 120-111 victory against the New York Knicks on Saturday night. The victory snaps a 16-game Pistons losing streak against the Knicks,…
The Dallas Mavericks beat the the Toronto Raptors on the road on Saturday night by a score of 125-118, and although this game was a little too close for comfort, Dallas continues to squeak out hard…
When fans get excited about the New York Knicks, the two most popular names that are of focus are captain Jalen Brunson, and All-NBA center Karl-Anthony Towns, For all intents and purposes, though,…
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder, visiting New Orleans, never trailed as they beat the Pelicans 119-109 on Saturday night. Jalen Williams added 27 points, while…
Jordan Poole scored 39 points to lead the Washington Wizards to a 122-113 win over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday, ending their 16-game losing streak. This victory came despite Nikola Jokic’s career…
Luka Doncic recorded 30 points, 13 rebounds, and 11 assists to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 125-118 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night, securing their seventh consecutive win. This…
For the Los Angeles Lakers lately, it hasn’t been a matter of losing, but more so the lack of fight and effort that has been evident in these defeats. Against the Atlanta Hawks, however, that wasn’t…
Warriors beat writer Danny Emerman shares his thoughts on the NBA The NBA Cup isn’t worth the hassle.Following it during the group stage is nearly impossible. The incentive structure of prize money…
Do the Sixers have... momentum?They have won three of their last four games — including an impressive victory over the red-hot Orlando Magic on Friday night — and, with Joel Embiid's health status up…
PARIS — After a day that will live in infamy to the people of Serbia, a handful of old friends talked deep into the night. It was Aug. 8, and then it was Aug. 9, and they couldn’t sleep. So in the…
NEW YORK — Cade Cunningham had 29 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds, and the Detroit Pistons beat the New York Knicks 120-111 on Saturday night.Malik Beasley had 23 points off the bench and Jaden…
The Sacramento Kings had their best game of the season on Friday, beating the San Antonio Spurs 140-113. Their 140 points is a season-high, as they made 47.1 percent of their three-point attempts.…
The Dallas Mavericks picked up a 125-118 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night, giving the Mavericks their seventh straight win. Dallas has blossomed as a legit Western Conference…
Marcus Smart wishes he wasn't "blindsided" by the trade, but he's proud of the Celtics. Read more on Boston.com.
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The Kings have a chance to start a winning streak for the first time since early November when they play host to the Utah Jazz on Sunday at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento. The Kings (11-13) are coming…
When the Orlando Magic woke up on Nov. 30 (last Saturday), they were probably a bit surprised to see where they were.Not that they did not expect to compete for homecourt advantage and sit in third at…
Prior to Saturday’s loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, Jrue Holiday had never attempted more than 18 shots as a member of the Boston Celtics. Holiday shattered that record when he took a team-high 26…
The Dallas Mavericks picked up their seventh straight win on Saturday, beating the Toronto Raptors 125-118 north of the border. Midway through the first quarter of the game, Dallas' two superstars…
It’s no secret Wednesday's 99-93 loss versus the Golden State Warriors is likely the most disappointing loss of the season. The Rockets entered the game with a full roster minus Tari Eason against an…
The Dallas Stars are hoping to keep their strong home performance going when they face the Calgary Flames on Sunday. Even though the Stars have struggled on the road, they have the best home record in…
Bruins forward David Pastrnak rocked a Derrick White Celtics jersey ahead of Saturday's game against the Flyers. Read more on Boston.com.
Cade Cunningham dropped 29 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds in Madison Square Garden last night to hold off the Knicks in a much-needed win for the PIstons.It snapped a 3-game losing streak, as well…
After defeating the Toronto Raptors 125-118 in nail-biting fashion, the Dallas Mavericks have extended their win streak to seven games in a row. Not only are the Mavericks on a roll after advancing to…
Sans any intention of jinxing it, the Philadelphia 76ers have been playing much better as of late. While they are still nine games below .500, they have looked really solid for the most part in their…
Kevin Durant is the rudder of the Phoenix Suns’ ship, and without him, the team often appears adrift. Saturday night’s loss to the Miami Heat was another glaring example, dropping their record to 12…
Don’t look now, but the Philadelphia 76ers are approaching being a normal* basketball team (*Sixers-adjusted scale). Over their last five games, the Sixers are 3-2, with the losses coming in overtime…
Despite missing five rotation players, the Washington Wizards out-fought Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets to snap the losing streak at 16. One factor stood out during and after the game: Washington…
If you are attending a Spurs home game this month, you will have an opportunity to see a unique sight. Per a Spurs press release: The San Antonio Spurs today announced the lighting of a special Jack…
The Los Angeles Lakers lost three straight and seven of their last nine games to fall to 12-11 for the season. It is increasingly becoming clear that the issues plaguing the Lakers were larger than…
Deserve is often a meaningless word.You can deserve something and not get it; in fact, that happens all of the time. The world is not an inherently "fair" place, both to our gain and our loss. Many of…
Luka Doncic’s 79th career triple-double pushed him ahead of some big names in NBA history. Doncic scored 30 points, grabbed 13 rebounds, and dished out 11 assists for his second consecutive triple…
The players just didn’t bring it, for whatever reason. They were sleepwalking. Slow starts are becoming the norm and that’s not a good sign because then you have to spend a lot of unnecessary energy…
Fans may not like it, but the professionalization of college sports has accelerated significantly in recent years. Driven by the NCAA's evolving policies and legal challenges surrounding Name, Image,…
Just when it seemed like the New Orleans Pelicans were starting to recover from a series of injuries, their top scorer Brandon Ingram got hurt again on Saturday. Ingram twisted his left ankle badly…
Frances Tiafoe wore a Charlotte Hornets jersey when he won his exhibition tennis match against Carlos Alcaraz. The next day, Tiafoe returned to the Spectrum Center to watch the Hornets play the…
Franz Wagner played a big role for the Orlando Magic when All-Star forward Paolo Banchero hurt his oblique. Now, Wagner has the same injury. Wagner has a torn right oblique, which is a big setback for…
Nikola Jokic scored a career-high 56 points but had little to celebrate afterward. It happened in a loss to a team that hadn’t won since October. “I think today and the last couple games were really…
Nikola Jokic's career-high 56 points was not enough to seal victory for the Denver Nuggets as they lost 113-122 to the Washington Wizards.Three-time MVP Jokic recorded the second-most points in a game…
BOSTON — The moment was warm, but quick.With 8:50 left in the first quarter, Marcus Smart got up off the visitors’ bench and jogged to the scorer’s table and checked in to replace Jaylen Wells. As the…
Cleveland's costly and longtime entanglement with the Gateway complex underscores how misguided public investments in professional sports fail to deliver promised economic benefits, writes columnist…
Luka Doncic threw passes over his shoulder to teammates behind him and he smoothly banked in a halfcourt shot to beat the halftime buzzer.
The Toronto Raptors and the New York Knicks will both be looking to return to winning ways when they go head to head at the Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday morning. The home side were beaten for the…
BOSTON — Right from tipoff between the Celtics and Grizzlies, it was clear what the game plan was going to be for the visitors. The Grizzles went with a curious strategy throughout Saturday’s game at…
BOSTON — Perhaps to avoid talking one more time, about returning to Boston a year after the Celtics won a championship without him, Marcus Smart slipped out of the Grizzlies locker room before the…
In this week’s mailbag, Doug Smith answers questions on what coaches should wear during games, a trade target, how to prevent injuries and more.
Maybe Orlando Magic fans should have known the signs since they had seen it before.When a hard-driving Magic team is settling for threes and their star player is hoisting from three instead of trying…
The Golden State Warriors' Draymond Green was benched, with Jonathan Kuminga taking his place in the starting lineup.
NBA legend Tony Parker thinks France are close to being able to finally dethrone the United States as Olympic champions, after the Europeans finished second in Tokyo and Paris.And even though Los…
Photos by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images Bush’s Chicken has teamed up with Mamu for an afternoon of on the court skills ‘Tis the holiday season. As it overlaps with the NBA basketball season,…
Stephen A. Smith will not want to be in the shadow of the Inside the NBA crew and will appear on the show at time, former ESPN president John Skipper says. With TNT losing the broadcasting right to…
Three straight losses have dropped the San Antonio Spurs to below .500 after the young squad seemed to be turning things around early in the season. Without Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs have struggled…
A Saturday night that marked the fifth game in seven days for the Celtics, six over their last nine, nearly resembled the end of a daunting stretch last year in Milwaukee. The Bucks leaped on the same…
Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler is a busy man these days. The leader of the Heat and 35-year-old forward is in the midst of his 14th season. While Butler is one of the older players in the league and the…
Coco Gauff has shared her review of the blockbuster movie 'Wicked,' starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. The American took a break from her grueling pre-season preparations to enjoy the spectacle…
The Dallas Mavericks have won seven straight games. That ties for their longest winning streak since they captured the 2011 NBA title.
BOSTON — The Celtics didn’t just host the chip-on-their-shoulder Grizzlies at TD Garden on Saturday night, they also hosted old friend and current Memphis guard Marcus Smart on the court he once…
BOSTON — It’s rare to see Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla get out-Mazzulla’d, but that’s exactly what the reigning NBA champions endured once the young and energetic Memphis Grizzlies arrived at TD…
he Phoenix Suns and Devin Booker fall to the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler 121-111. The Suns were without Kevin Durant, Nurkis and Dunn
The Detroit Pistons moved to 10-15 on the season Saturday as they punched above their weight in the NBA's Eastern Conference, knocking off the New York Knicks in the world famous Madison Square…
Published December 8, 2024 1:34pm Dec 7, 2024; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) shoots during the second half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. (Photo: Paul Rutherford-Imagn…
MIAMI – The Miami Heat beat the Phoenix Suns Saturday night, 121-111, to make it two straight for the team, as it was the start of this weekend's back-to-back. It has been a productive stretch for…
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Evan Mobley had a huge first quarter on his way to a career-high 41 points as the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers held off the Charlotte Hornets for a 116-102 victory Saturday afternoon.Mobley, who…
Nikola Jokic has scored a career-high 56 points but had little to celebrate afterwards.It happened in a loss — to a team that hadn't won since October."I think today and the last couple games were…
Luka Doncic had 30 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists and the visiting Dallas Mavericks defeated the Toronto Raptors 125-118 on Saturday night for their seventh straight win.It was the second…
Kawhi Leonard was able to work out and do some shooting at the Clippers‘ practice facility on Saturday, but there’s still no word on when he might be able to start playing, writes Janis Carr of The…
An up-and-down start to the season continued for the New York Knicks in their Dec. 7 game loss to the Detroit Pistons. Without both Cam Payne and Karl-Anthony Towns, New York failed to keep up with an…
The Dallas Mavericks entered their Saturday night matchup with the Toronto Raptors looking to continue their winning ways. The Mavs won 10 of their past 11 games and were looking to add to their…
Ja Morant had 32 points, nine rebounds and nine assists to help the visiting Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Boston Celtics 127-121 Saturday night and earn their first win in Boston since 2013.The…
The Memphis Grizzlies have been one of the hottest teams in the NBA, winning seven of their previous eight games heading into a pivotal road matchup against the Boston Celtics on Saturday.It is always…
TORONTO — Despite a late game comeback, the Toronto Raptors didn’t have enough to take down the Dallas Mavericks, losing 125-118 on Saturday night in Scotiabank Arena.When asked pregame, what makes…
Devin Booker has earned more than beyond the benefit of the doubt when he has the occasional struggles for the Phoenix Suns, but that benefit has reached its limit this season after a 121-111 loss to…
Jordan Poole had 39 points to help the host Washington Wizards overcome Nikola Jokic's career-high 56 points and beat the Denver Nuggets 122-113 on Saturday to end their 16-game losing streak.Poole…
TORONTO — The Toronto Raptors' second unit can be renamed Kelly's Kids. Canadian centre Kelly Olynyk returned to the Raptors' lineup in a 125-118 loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday. It was…
Cleveland Cavaliers big man Evan Mobley scored the most points he ever has in a regular-season game against the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday.He dropped 41 points on 16-of-23 shooting from the field…
Getty Images Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant made headlines earlier this month when he proclaimed that he was not going to dunk anymore in order to protect himself from potential injuries. That self…
It’s no secret Wednesday's 93-99 loss versus the Golden State Warriors is likely the most disappointing loss of the season. The Rockets entered the game with a full roster minus Tari Eason against an…
In another depressing news story for the Orlando Magic this season, multiple reports revealed another oblique tear for an Orlando Magic star. But how does this affect the other teams looking for a…
Dec 8, 2024, 04:27 AMTORONTO -- Luka Doncic's 79th career triple-double moved the Dallas Mavericks star past some impressive NBA talent.Doncic had 30 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists for his second…
The Dallas Mavericks were on the road Saturday night where they defeated the Toronto Raptors 125-118. Following the game I recorded a podcast with two MMB staffers, Sudarshan and Michal. This was a…
The Dallas Mavericks (16-8) hung on for a 125-118 win over the Toronto Raptors (7-16) on Saturday at Scotiabank Arena to push their winning streak to seven games in a row. There may have been some…
Al Horford battled with Giannis Antetokounmpo and delivered in the clutch to steer the Celtics past the Bucks. Read more on Boston.com.
Published: 23:19 EST, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 23:19 EST, 7 December 2024 WASHINGTON (AP) - Nikola Jokic scored a career-high 56 points and had little to celebrate afterward. It happened in a loss -…
The New Orleans Pelicans lost Saturday night's game 119-109 to the Oklahoma City Thunder but may have lost even more than that. Brandon Ingram went down with an apparent ankle injury after landing on…
Losing seven of their last nine games, Lakers fans might not want to hear about progress being made in defeats. However, Friday's effort in a loss against the Hawks demonstrated what the team needs to…
Getty Images For the first time since before Halloween, the Washington Wizards have won a basketball game. Despite Nikola Jokic pouring in a career-high 56 points, the Wizards held off the Denver…
Published: 23:08 EST, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 23:09 EST, 7 December 2024 CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - Evan Mobley scored a career-high 41 points, Donovan Mitchell added 18 points, eight rebounds and…
BOSTON — The Celtics attempted to make a comeback against the Grizzlies, but they couldn't find enough stops when it mattered most. The C's saw their three-game win streak come to an end in a 127-121…
MIAMI - Before Tyler Herro became a thing, became the Miami Heat's best thing, this was a season that was expected to revolve around Bam Adebayo and Jimmy Butler. Saturday night at Kaseya Center, that…
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum, right, fouls Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant, left, during the first half of an NBA basketball game on Saturday in Boston. Mark Stockwell/Associated Press BOSTON…
Luka Doncic surpassed Wilt Chamberlain and James Harden for sole possession of seventh place on the all-time triple-doubles list on Saturday night.Doncic recorded 30 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists…
Ja Morant is a liar. Just days after saying he will not be dunking anymore, the Memphis Grizzlies point guard delivered a highlight-reel play that people will be talking about at the end of the year,…
The Washington Wizards haven’t had much to cheer about this season. They hold the worst record in the NBA so far at 3-18. Coming into their matchup against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday, the Wizards…
Jayson Tatum cherished the Celtics celebrating his son Deuce's birthday during a win over the Bucks. Read more on Boston.com.
Washington holds on for a 122-113 win over Denver despite a career-high 56 from Nikola Jokic. 50 minutes ago 3 min Jordan Poole scored 39 points in the Wizards' 122-113 win over the Nuggets on…
When: 7 p.m. EST on Sunday, Dec. 8 Where: Capital One Arena in Washington DC How to watch: Monumental Sports Network or NBA League Pass (if outside of Memphis or the DMV) Injuries Wizards — Saddiq Bey…
So, about that no dunking thing...Ja Morant broke out a double-clutch reverse that is a Dunk of the Year candidate.Never give up dunking, Ja.Morant had himself a night and so did the Grizzlies. Morant…
Cade Cunningham is having a career year for the Detroit Pistons, and his talents have not gone unnoticed. Although the New York Knicks throttled the Pistons in their previous meeting, coach Tom…
Chris Paul will likely move into second place in career assists when the Spurs host New Orleans Sunday night, writes Tom Orsborn of The San Antonio Express-News. The veteran point guard handed out 13…
In their fifth game in seven nights, the Celtics just didn’t have enough to complete a valiant rally against Memphis at TD Garden.
Zach Collins had a costly outburst on the Spurs’ Friday loss against the Kings. The big man wasn’t shy about showing his anger following his ejection and has been fined $35,000 by the league for…
Three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic notched a career-high in points scored on Sunday (AEDT), but it somehow wasn’t enough to drag the Denver Nuggets over the line in a shock loss to the Washington…
After beating the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday, the Celtics are back in action to welcome back old friend Marcus Smart and the Memphis Grizzlies. Last year Smart was injured and didn’t get to play in his…
NEW YORK — Cade Cunningham had 29 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds, and the Detroit Pistons beat the New York Knicks 120-111 on Saturday night.Malik Beasley had 23 points off the bench and Jaden…
Ah, another championship contending team is in Toronto tonight, great. Today it was the Dallas Mavericks and their big three of Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving, and Klay Thompson. Yeah, big yikes going up…
Published: 22:53 EST, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 22:53 EST, 7 December 2024 TORONTO (AP) - Luka Doncic's 79th career triple-double moved the Dallas Mavericks star past some impressive NBA talent.…
Published: 22:53 EST, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 22:54 EST, 7 December 2024 BOSTON (AP) - Ja Morant had 32 points, nine assists and nine rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies snapped a 10-game losing…
With Marcus Smart back on the TD Garden parquet for the first time since his seismic trade, the Celtics nearly completed a Tommy Point-worthy comeback Saturday night.Boston erased a 12-point halftime…
TORONTO – Luka Dončić loves racking up those triple-doubles so much that he added another one to his impressive collection on Saturday night at Scotiabank Arena. Dončić scored 30 points, grabbed 13…
The Golden State Warriors are coming off a a big, 107-90 loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday, and they lost both Andrew Wiggins and Moses Moody during the game due to injury. The…
The Los Angeles Lakers are returning home on Sunday against the Portland Trail Blazers after a road trip that saw them finish 1-4. During their most recent loss against the Atlanta Hawks, they lost on…
MIAMI – After the Miami Heat monstrously beat the Los Angeles Lakers last Wednesday, they won their second straight impressively against the Phoenix Suns Saturday night to start a back-to-back, 121…
The Detroit Pistons, with three days between games for only the second time this season, traveled to New York to take on the Knicks. Ausar Thompson did not play due to a sore groin (left adductor…
Published: 22:38 EST, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 22:39 EST, 7 December 2024 MIAMI (AP) - Bam Adebayo scored 25 points, Jimmy Butler added 24 and the Miami Heat moved back over the .500 mark by beating…
Five takeaways from the Heat’s 121-111 win against the Phoenix Suns on Saturday at Kaseya Center: ▪ The Heat changed the tone of the game with a 19-4 run to start the second half, then put it away…
Published: 22:28 EST, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 22:28 EST, 7 December 2024 NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Just when it appeared the New Orleans Pelicans were beginning to regroup after a wave of injuries,…
The Phoenix Suns are now on a two-game losing streak following their 121-111 loss to the Miami Heat. The Suns, without Kevin Durant and Jusuf Nurkic due to injury, led going into the halftime break…
With Marcus Smart back on the TD Garden parquet for the first time since his seismic trade, the Celtics nearly completed a Tommy Point-worthy comeback Saturday night.Boston erased a 12-point halftime…
Carlos Alcaraz enjoyed his time in the United States, beating Ben Shelton in New York before losing to Frances Tiafoe in Charlotte. The young Spaniard watched the NBA and attended a NASCAR weekend. He…
BOSTON — The Celtics welcomed Marcus Smart back to TD Garden on Saturday night for a good old East-West clash with the Grizzlies, and right from the start one thing was clear: Memphis showed up ready…
ByABC NewsDecember 7, 2024, 10:19 PMWASHINGTON -- Nikola Jokic scored a career-high 56 points but it wasn't enough to beat the Washington Wizards, who snapped their 16-game losing streak with a 122…
The Phoenix Suns fell short in Miami despite a career-high from Royce O’Neale. They drop to 1-8 in games without Kevin Durant this season. The Suns’ second unit outscored Miami 37-22, but the co-stars…
INGLEWOOD, Calif. - Los Angeles Clippers star and fan-favorite Terance Mann and the Terance Mann Complete Player Foundation held a basketball clinic for an estimated 100 young athletes at Morningside…
In their first wire-to-wire loss of the season, New York misses 11 free-throws and get out-rebounded by 12.
Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images The shorthanded New York Knicks couldn’t take down a scrappy Detroit Pistons team Saturday, as they saw their four-g
The only thing the Portland Trail Blazers could do following Friday night’s 141-99 loss at home to the Utah Jazz was talk about it and then work through the problems that led to the disappointing…
NEW ORLEANS – That winning feeling that came over the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday night didn’t last long. The Pelicans were blown out on their home floor on Saturday, losing the Western…
Published: 22:14 EST, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 22:15 EST, 7 December 2024 TORONTO (AP) - Luka Doncic had 30 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists for his second straight triple-double, Kyrie Irving…
Published: 22:24 EST, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 22:24 EST, 7 December 2024 NEW YORK (AP) - Cade Cunningham had 29 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds, and the Detroit Pistons beat the New York Knicks…
Breadcrumb Trail LinksKelly Olynyk scored 13 points in 14 minutes in his long-awaited season debut Get the latest from Frank Zicarelli straight to your inbox Published Dec 07, 2024 • Last updated 4…
The Utah Jazz are coming off their most resounding win of the year against the Portland Trailblazers, a 42-point blowout that broke a five-game losing streak. Interestingly, it came without their best…
Cade Cunningham drops 29 points, 10 boards and a career-high 15 assists to propel the Pistons past the Knicks.
The Boston Celtics completed the season series sweep against the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday, beating them 111-105. Despite their defeat, Bucks coach Doc Rivers remains optimistic about his team and…
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TORONTO — Luka Doncic had a triple-double to help the Mavericks fend off the Toronto Raptors 125-118 on Saturday as Dallas won its seventh straight game. Doncic had 30 points, 13 rebounds and 11…
TORONTO — Luka Doncic had a triple-double to help the Mavericks fend off the Toronto Raptors 125-118 on Saturday as Dallas won its seventh straight game.Doncic had 30 points, 13 rebounds and 11…
WASHINGTON, D.C . — Asked to share the biggest challenges of coaching a game without multiple starters Saturday night, a straight-faced Michael Malone said, “Making sure I don’t play Nikola 48…
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Pacers have been granted two Disabled Player Exceptions due to two lengthy player absences the team is dealing with. Bobby Marks of ESPN was first to report that Indiana now…
WASHINGTON - Asked to share the biggest challenges of coaching a game without multiple starters Saturday night, a straight-faced Michael Malone said, "Making sure I don't play Nikola 48 minutes." When…
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The New Orleans Pelicans fell to 5-19 on the season after a 119-109 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday night. To make matters worse, star forward Brandon Ingram injured his ankle on the…
Two years ago, the Denver Nuggets won their first NBA title with basketball's two main ingredients for success: a transcendent superstar in center Nikola Jokic, and a deep, capable bench.In 2025, the…
Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James, the son of LeBron James, has been activated after missing nine games with a left heel contusion. Playing for the South Bay Lakers on Saturday in their matchup…
PHILADELPHIA - Paul George was not credited with an assist on this early-game sequence. But it illustrated how his presence creates offense for the 76ers. Early in the first quarter of Friday's…
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Published: 21:49 EST, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 21:49 EST, 7 December 2024 WASHINGTON (AP) - Jordan Poole scored 39 points, and the Washington Wizards overcame a career-high 56 by Nikola Jokic to…
Published: 21:49 EST, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 21:49 EST, 7 December 2024 NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 16 of his 31 points in the first quarter and Jalen Williams added 27 to…
The Dallas Mavericks held on to win their seventh straight Saturday night by defeating the Toronto Raptors, 125-118. Luka Doncic led Dallas with a 30 point, 13 rebound, 11 assist triple-double. Gradey…
Coach Doc Rivers didn’t see any signs of panic as the Bucks stumbled out of the gate this season, writes Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe. After winning on opening night, Milwaukee dropped six…
Shai, man.Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made light work of the Pelicans (5-19), scoring 23 of the Thunder's (18-5) 77 first-half points while missing just one shot. But after going up 30 midway through the…
The team with the worst record in the Western Conference met the team with the conference’s best record Saturday night at the Smoothie King Center.For those not in the know, it didn’t take long to…
The Portland Trail Blazers released their injury report for their Sunday, Dec. 8 matchup on the road against the Los Angeles Lakers. They'll be short-handed again, with over a third of their roster…
The Lakers are back in Los Angeles after losing three straight during a four-game road trip. Home will certainly feel sweet for the Lakers and with the 8-15 Blazers coming to town on Sunday, L.A. will…
The Milwaukee Bucks had a sluggish 2-8 start to the 2024-25 NBA season and was one of the biggest headlines as the new campaign began. Fortunately for the team, they turned things around and have…
Midway through the second quarter, Kristaps Porzingis appeared to tweak his left ankle spinning on Grizzlies’ Santi Aldama. Here’s video from from CelticsBlog’s Bobby Manning: After a few possessions…
Boston Celtics backup forward Sam Hauser limped to the team's locker at TD Garden in the first half of the team's ongoing Friday matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies, and seems likely to be out for…
BOSTON — The Celtics endured an untimely injury during Saturday night’s battle against the Memphis Grizzlies at TD Garden. Sam Hauser hobbled to Boston’s locker room with 8:59 remaining in the second…
Ole Miss running back signee Shekai Mills-Knight is now a high school All-American. The Candian-born running back out of the Baylor School in Chattanooga, Tenn., has been selected to compete in the…
Avila Perspective, Chap. 307: Destination Puerto Rico, Israel Vazquez and More Liam Paro the saucy Aussie from Brisbane surprised the world in his last effort. He’s back for more. Paro (25-0, 15 KOs)…
Midway through the second quarter, Kristaps Porzingis appeared to tweak his left ankle spinning on Grizzlies’ Santi Aldama. Here’s video from from CelticsBlog’s Bobby Manning: After a few possessions…
New Orleans Pelicans star forward Brandon Ingram has been ruled out for the remainder of Saturday night's game at home against the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder due to a lower-body injury.“Brandon…
BOSTON — Marcus Smart waited nearly two years before, once again, taking the floor at TD Garden and competing with his old Celtics teammates. The now-Grizzlies guard, finally, got his chance during…
Jimmy Butler throws down powerful jam vs. Phoenix Suns Ja Morant somehow gets the and-1 to
On Friday, the current point guard of the Boston Celtics, Jrue Holiday, faced his former team, the Milwaukee Bucks. Holiday helped the team with a 111-105 win and had 20 points, six rebounds and seven…
Scoot Henderson is still listed as questionable as the Portland Trail Blazers travel south to face the Los Angeles Lakers tomorrow night. The point guard continues to deal with a left quad contusion,…
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Dorian Finney-Smith has missed eight games this season, including six of the Brooklyn Nets’ last seven with a sprained left ankle. But finally, Finney-Smith is nowhere to be found on the initial…
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New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram left the game early in the third quarter after landing on Thunder forward Lu Dort when attempting a three-point shot. Ingram rolled on the ground in pain…
NEW ORLEANS -- Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram exited Saturday night's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder after suffering a left ankle injury 17 seconds into the second half.Ingram was ruled out…
SAN FRANCISCO – Minnesota Timberwolves fans got an up-close look at the emergence of "Anthony Edwards: vocal leader" when the Wolves lost to the Kings just before Thanksgiving. Edwards sat back in his…
Spurs center Zach Collins was fined $35K for “making an obscene gesture on the playing court” after being ejected in the second quarter of Friday’s game against Sacramento, the NBA announced (via…
Friday’s NBA schedule offered a thrilling spectacle, featuring seven games that produced unforgettable moments, record-breaking achievements, and standout performances. From Trae Young’s historic…
The Wolves look to extend their winning steak to five games in the second of back-to-back games against Golden State. Will the Wolves keep the good times rolling or will the Warriors avenge Friday’s…
Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara is unlikely to play Sunday at the Los Angeles Lakers, and Scoot Henderson’s status is undecided.Camara left Friday night’s loss to the Utah Jazz in the…
There is NBA action on Saturday, Dec. 7 and it includes a matchup with the Boston Celtics hosting the Memphis Grizzlies at TD Garden in Boston.The game is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. EST and will be…
The Los Angeles Lakers have released the injury report for their Sunday night contest against the Portland Trail Blazers and LeBron James (left foot soreness) is questionable while Austin Reaves (left…
Smart, who played nine years with the Celtics, returned to Boston last February but was injured and watched the game from the bench. This time, he was healthy enough to face the Celtics. And after his…
Published: 20:08 EST, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 20:08 EST, 7 December 2024 NEW YORK (AP) - San Antonio Spurs center Zach Collins was fined $35,000 by the NBA on Saturday for making an obscene gesture…
The energy of Thursday's win over the Houston Rockets has been short-lived for the Golden State Warriors, with the hosts going down 107-90 against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night at Chase…
Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara will not play Sunday at the Los Angeles Lakers, and Scoot Henderson’s status is undecided.Camara left Friday night’s loss to the Utah Jazz in the first…
In the distance away from where the media was conducting interviews after the Clippers practice on Saturday, Kawhi Leonard was doing rehab work and eventually shooting on the court.Leonard was working…
BOSTON — Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla has always emphasized remembering those who came before the current team, and Saturday night’s matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies allowed them to do just…
PHOENIX -- The Phoenix Suns hope to get back in the win column on Saturday night against the Miami Heat. To do so, they'll roll out the following starting lineup:Tyus JonesBradley BealDevin…
Marcus Smart returned Saturday to the city he called home for nearly a decade.And unlike the hustle-play point guard’s first trip back to Boston as a member of the Memphis Grizzlies, an injury did not…
Published: 19:33 EST, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 19:33 EST, 7 December 2024 San Antonio Spurs center Zach Collins is $35,000 poorer after flipping off officials during Friday's loss to the Kings in…
MIAMI – Before the Miami Heat took on the Phoenix Suns to start a tough back-to-back this weekend, head coach Erik Spoelstra spoke about Nikola Jovic and the recent lack of playing time. Jovic would…
For San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama, playing alongside a 12-time All-Star, Chris Paul, has many benefits, as Gilbert Arenas noted recently. Spurs veteran DeMar DeRozan surpassed 24,000 career…
Trae Young posted a historic line in Friday’s overtime win against the Lakers, writes Lauren Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The Hawks guard had 31 points, 20 assists and five three…
Collins was ejected with 9:07 remaining in the first half after berating official Michael Smith following a personal foul against Kings star Domantas Sabonis.As he walked along the sideline, Collins…
INGLEWOOD — Kawhi Leonard tossed a medicine ball. He jumped rope. He then put up shots Saturday at the Clippers’ practice facility, providing a rare glimpse into his progress from a lingering knee…
Two-time All-Defensive Team Boston Celtics guard Derrick White, who had been downgraded to a probable status due to a right foot sprain, has officially been listed by Boston as available to suit up…
CHICAGO, IL -- Sixers center Joel Embiid, who has missed seven consecutive games due to left knee injury management -- and was designated with "personal reasons" for a few of those contests -- is…
The day after Toumani Camara exited early with a foot injury, Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups talked to the press about his status. Camara missed practice Saturday, and is already ruled…
Earlier this week, "College GameDay" announced that they would be traveling to Atlanta, Ga., the home of the SEC championship game between Georgia and Texas. The program also announced that the Oscar…
Published: 19:03 EST, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 19:03 EST, 7 December 2024 CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - Frances Tiafoe wore a Charlotte Hornets jersey when he beat Carlos Alcaraz in an exhibition tennis…
The last few weeks have been absolutely wild for the Dallas Mavericks.While we've seen Luka Doncic return from injury and go back to playing like his usual self, we've also seen a handful of players…
Maybe we’ll get to see more than six minutes of the Big 3 together this time. Joel Embiid has been officially upgraded to questionable for Sunday afternoon’s game against the Chicago Bulls. Nick Nurse…
In the early 2000s, the Los Angeles Lakers and San Antonio Spurs were the cream of the crop in the NBA. The two organizations were the definition of winning within the league and they had plenty of…
TORONTO - Jakob Poeltl, Kelly Olynyk and Davion Mitchell will all return to the Toronto Raptors lineup tonight against the Dallas Mavericks.
May 13, 2022; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) shoots during warmups prior to game six of the second round for the 2022 NBA playoffs against the Boston…
Apr 12, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) dribbles the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory…
Nov 19, 2021; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; LA Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue looks on against New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-USA…
After trading Karl-Anthony Towns at the 11th hour last offseason, Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards has needed to step into a leadership role. While Minnesota has been inconsistent with a…
The Orlando Magic face a significant challenge after forward Franz Wagner sustained a torn right oblique during Friday’s 102-94 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, as reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania.…
The Miami Heat will have forward Jimmy Butler available against the Phoenix Suns tonight. Heat forward Jimmy Butler (knee) AVAILABLE vs. Suns. #Suns— Duane Rankin (@DuaneRankin) December 7, 2024Butler…
TORONTO — Jakob Poeltl, Kelly Olynyk and Davion Mitchell will all return to the Toronto Raptors lineup tonight against the Dallas Mavericks.Poeltl missed Toronto's 129-92 loss to the visiting Oklahoma…
North Carolina guard R.J. Davis (4) breaks to the baskets against Georgia Tech’s Baye Nidongo (11), to give the Tar Heels a four point lead in the second half on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at the…
Keyonte George has all the personality traits and characteristics of an ideal NBA player.He is the exact type of confident — bordering on cocky — player that it takes to excel at this level. He is a…
In his third year as the head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers, Chauncey Billups is on track for another losing season. Currently owning one of the worst records in the league, the Trail Blazers…
Zach LaVine‘s first steps toward overcoming the injuries that ruined last season took place in the boxing ring, writes Julia Poe of The Chicago Tribune. After undergoing surgery in February to fix a…
Chicago Bulls starting center Nikola Vučević spread some holiday cheer Thursday by hosting 15 children from the Boys & Girls Club for an afternoon of shopping at Building Blocks Toy Store in Lakeview.…
Wagner was hurt in the Magic's 102-94 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday.Jeff Weltman, Orlando president of basketball operations, said he would be re-evaluated in four weeks.Wagner has played a…
ATLANTA — The Lakers’ four-game road trip, which ended with a disheartening overtime loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Friday, lasted eight days if you count the days they flew out of and back to Los…
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina -- The wait is over. Evan Mobley’s evolution has officially arrived.His career-setting performance, in a win over the Charlotte Hornets, put gas on an already existing…
Being winners out of their last 10 of 11 contests, the Dallas Mavericks are hitting their stride at the perfect time after some early season struggles. Dallas’ role players have found their rhythm on…
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers suffered their third consecutive loss after falling to the Atlanta Hawks 134-132 in overtime on Friday night. The match was sent to an extra period after LeBron…
The Washington Wizards play the Denver Nuggets tonight at 7 p.m. ET. The game can be seen on Monumental Sports Network. WIZARDS LIVE STREAM Also, during the game, watch our Playback.TV stream which…
Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen were the topic of trade speculation this summer. It doesn’t seem like the Cleveland Cavaliers had too much interest in deals for either. That was at least reportedly…
Getty Images Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner has torn his right oblique, and he is out indefinitely, the team announced Saturday. This is the same injury that Magic forward Paolo Banchero suffered…
The Spurs are in danger of receiving a less-than-stellar pick from the Atlanta Hawks. They're on a six-game win streak, playing much better than most anticipated they would. The Hawks are doing it…
The Memphis Grizzlies have been on a hot streak over the past couple of weeks, winning seven of their last eight games to move into a tie for third place in the Western Conference.As the Grizzlies get…
When considering trade assets for the Sacramento Kings, the most common names plugged into the trade machine are Kevin Huerter and Trey Lyles. The two were reportedly shopped dating back to last…
Chicago Bulls starting center Nikola Vučević spread some holiday cheer Thursday by hosting 15 children from the Boys & Girls Club for an afternoon of shopping at Building Blocks Toy Store in Lakeview.
PHILADELPHIA - The Magic received a gut-wrenching injury update upon their return to Orlando early Saturday morning. Magic forward Franz Wagner has been diagnosed with a torn right oblique, the…
Basketball sneakers are a great form of sports memorabilia. Furthermore, they also help deepen the connection between the players and their hardcore fans. While basketball sneakers come nearly every…
At one point in their 116-102 rout of the Charlotte Hornets, the Cleveland Cavaliers led by 22 points. That big lead was spearheaded by the Cavs' biggest player, Evan Mobley, who had a career-best…
MINNEAPOLIS — Anthony Edwards had 30 points and nine assists and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Golden State Warriors 107-90 on Friday night in the first of two games between the teams this…
The Golden State Warriors began the 2024-25 NBA season on a high note but have stumbled the past two weeks.In a loaded Western Conference, any sort of losing streak can drop a team several spots in…
This is just a crushing blow to Orlando.Franz Wagner, who had stepped up to lead the Orlando offense when Paolo Banchero went down, will be out indefinitely due to the same freak injury: a torn…
Marcus Smart quickly accepted the Boston Celtics trading him to the Memphis Grizzlies in June 2023. But a year and a half later, there is one key aspect of the trade that still rubs Smart the wrong…
The Orlando Magic will be without Franz Wagner indefinitely because of a torn right oblique, the team announced on Saturday. Wagner will be examined again in four weeks, and his eventual return will…
Just last season, Brandin Podziemski looked poised to take over and be Klay Thompson’s successor with the Golden State Warriors.Podziemski had an All-Rookie season and excelled as a starter or off the…
When the Phoenix Suns conclude their short road trip against the Orlando Magic on Sunday, they won't have to face one of the league's best young players in Franz Wagner. Wagner is out for an…
PHOENIX -- The Phoenix Suns are remaining on the road for what is sure to be a rubber match with the Miami Heat at the Kaseya Center tonight. Phoenix is coming off of a loss to the New Orleans…
With Steve Kerr not expected to return as Team USA’s head coach for the upcoming international basketball cycle that includes the 2027 FIBA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, USA…
The Celtics host the Memphis Grizzlies for the first of 2 games between them this season. They will play again in Memphis on March 31. The Celtics were 2-0 last season against the Grizzlies. They are…
It's hard to believe Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams is only in his third NBA season. After ascending to averaging nearly 20+ points in 2023-24, he crossed that threshold this season…
The Golden State Warriors will only go as far as their veterans can take them.However, sometimes, they don’t need to be on the floor to lead.Notably, that might be the case with Draymond Green right…
After the Carolina Panthers benched Bryce Young two games into the 2024 NFL season, plenty of Monday-morning quarterbacks criticized the team’s decision, and some offered support to the former Alabama…
Orlando Magic star forward Franz Wagner will be sidelined indefinitely due to a right oblique injury. ESPN's Shams Charania shared the news via X. Wagner is having an incredible start to the season,…
Published: 16:43 EST, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 16:43 EST, 7 December 2024 Franz Wagner stepped up in countless ways for the Orlando Magic when All-Star forward Paolo Banchero tore his oblique. And…
The Cleveland Cavaliers were projected to be one of the best teams during the 2024-25 NBA season, but not many expected them to come out of the gates this hot.The Cavaliers rattled off 15 consecutive…
The Denver Nuggets have been on a wild ride throughout the 2024-25 season, not winning consecutive games in nearly a month. The Nuggets have fallen to 11-9 on the season, sitting in eighth place in…
Oblique injuries are relatively rare in basketball, and Orlando Magic fans were shocked on Oct. 30 when one befell forward Paolo Banchero.Now, a little over a month later, a similar injury has knocked…
The question of whether Mike Conley was perhaps too old to be a big-time contributor upon whom the Timberwolves could lean a month back now feels like decades ago.Surely, such a preposterous query…
That’s just hilarious. Please just kick their ass early enough that Thibs can rest some dudes. Things are looking great for winning 58! Let’s go, Knicks! Leave a Reply You must be logged in to post a…
In a closer-than-it-should-have-been 116-102 victory over the Charlotte Hornets, the Cleveland Cavaliers continue their dominant run through the Eastern Conference.The Cavs visited the Hornets for the…
Mobley set the tone in Charlotte with 23 points in the first quarter, when he made five of his six three-pointers and the Cavs pushed their lead to as many as 22 before taking a 63-52 advantage into…
Your Philadelphia 76ers are on their best five-game stretch of their lowly 2024-2025 NBA campaign. They’re 3-2, with wins over the Detroit Pistons, Charlotte Hornets and Orlando Magic, and close…
These are dangerous times for the Bulls organization.Even after a loss to Indiana at the United Center on Friday night, Billy Donovan’s crew will enter the Sunday afternoon tilt with Philadelphia on…
In an interview with HoopsHype, Los Angeles Clippers star Norman Powell admitted that he considered quitting the sport of basketball on more than one occasion and opened up on the mental health…
Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images LeBron James has been on the Los Angeles Lakers for seven seasons now. They won a championship in the bubble, but the Lakers are no longer title contenders. This is…
The Portland Trail Blazers entered this new NBA season fully focused on the growth and development of their young core. While Portland hasn't looked overly competitive, they have looked a little…
Anthony Edwards:“Naz and Julius is f****** playing defense. You know, I've never see [Julius] play defense before. That's f****** incredible, and he's right here, put the camera on him. He be guarding…
BySHAMS CHARANIADecember 7, 2024, 4:19 PMOrlando Magic forward Franz Wagner suffered a torn right oblique and is out indefinitely, the team announced Saturday.Wagner sustained the injury Friday night…
The Orlando Magic will be without both of their star players for the time being. Already without Paolo Banchero, the Magic were dealt a brutal update on Saturday as Franz Wagner will now be out…
BOSTON — Once Boston Celtics fans step into TD Garden, they're not known for their hospitality. Opposing players and coaches are always booed, but the crowd might have to make an exception on Saturday…
As the Memphis Grizzlies prepare to face the Boston Celtics on Saturday night at TD Garden, Marcus Smart's recent reflections on the trade that sent him to Memphis during the 2023 offseason have drawn…
James Harden is one of the greatest scorers in NBA history, but as good as he’s been, he’s also been a polarizing figure.He always drew criticism for his foul-baiting and how he fell short in big…
BySHAMS CHARANIADecember 7, 2024, 4:09 PMOrlando Magic star forward Franz Wagner has suffered a torn right oblique and is out indefinitely, sources told ESPN on Saturday.Wagner sustained the injury…
The question of whether Mike Conley was perhaps too old to be a big-time contributor upon whom the Timberwolves could lean a month back now feels like decades ago.Surely, such a preposterous query…
The Cleveland Cavaliers enjoyed a no-sweat win over the Charlotte Hornets, led by a career-best performance from Evan Mobley. Grades are based on our usual expectations for each player. Evan Mobley 41…
The NBA G-League kicked off its season in the middle of November, with the Dallas Mavericks' G-League affiliate, Texas Legends, playing their tenth game of the season on Friday night against the Rio…
“It’s like a fine line, because when he says stuff, it’s not condescending. It’s not a way of like, ‘I’m better than you, you’re the reason we lost.’ It’s almost borderline where he’s always funny and…
When Giannis Antetokounmpo makes a 3-pointer, it's great. It's like finding a dollar bill on the ground. However, in that same breath, it's rare. It's incredibly rare for the Milwaukee Bucks…
247Sports Embed Resource Former Iowa State basketball standout and current NBA All-Star Tyrese Haliburton is returning to Hilton Coliseum this season. When the Cyclones host Arizona on March 1 at 8:00…
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards made more history, becoming the third-fastest player to score 7,500 career points in Friday's 107-90 win over the Golden State Warriors. Edwards reached…
LeBron James reminded the world that his NBA career is coming to an end after dropping his seventh triple-double of the season for the Lakers.
The player with the strongest win percentage in NBA history, as of Friday, December 6, is not a Hall of Famer or a current superstar.It is, shockingly, Boston Celtics reserve wing Sam Hauser,…
Eastern Conference Standings: 14th with a record of 6-17SummaryThe red-hot Cavaliers came out blazing, dominating the first quarter 40-18 behind a flawless 5-for-5 performance from Evan Mobley beyond…
Stephon Castle and the Spurs fell to the Kings (Photo via X) For the second straight game, the San Antonio Spurs played without Victor Wembanyama. For the second straight game, the Spurs struggled…
Magic forward Franz Wagner has been diagnosed with a torn right oblique and will be sidelined indefinitely, according to Shams Charania of ESPN, who reports (via Twitter) that Wagner will be…
It seems like a lifetime ago that James Harden gave his infamous, “We aren’t good enough” post-game presser. Mostly, it feels that way because since that moment up until last season, being a Houston…
The Boston Celtics spent a week at No. 1, but the Cleveland Cavaliers have reclaimed the top spot in The Sacramento Bee’s NBA power rankings. The Cavaliers have won three in a row, including a 115-111…
Apr 12, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) dribbles the ball down the court against the Atlanta Hawks in the second half at Target Center. Mandatory…
Zach Collins can expect some discipline to come his way in response to his actions on Friday night. Collins was ejected early in the second quarter of his
Published: 15:42 EST, 7 December 2024 | Updated: 15:43 EST, 7 December 2024 CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - Evan Mobley scored a career-high 41 points, Donovan Mitchell added 18 points, eight rebounds and…
For most of his NBA career, Deandre Ayton hasn’t lived up to expectations.The No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft has shown glimpses of great defense, but he hasn’t been willing or able to…
The Los Angeles Lakers are seen as one of the main teams that is expected to be active at the upcoming trade deadline. Los Angeles is still in search of another NBA title and they believe that the duo…
It is championship weekend in the college football world and Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards has voiced his support in favor of his former school Georgia to take home the SEC crown."You know who I…
It’s been an up and down stretch for Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns. The Suns are 12-9 with an offensive rating of 114.4 (13th), a defensive rating of 114.7 (15th) and a non-garbage…
But then, Shane Battier told the story about how, one day, he was eating dinner in Miami when a waiter told him that J. Cole was there and wanted to apologize to him. "I’m like, ‘Who’s bulls**tting me…
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina -- The Cavs have yet to fall for the trap.Cleveland entered Spectrum Arena against a hampered Charlotte Hornets roster with an injury report comparable to a CVS receipt for…
Sophie Rain, a 20-year-old OnlyFans model, has shocked the internet with her staggering annual earnings. On November 27, she proudly shared her total gross income for the year: a jaw-dropping…
The Washington Wizards (2-18) have the best-kept secret in the NBA. It's so under the radar that only the most passionate die-hard fans would have any clue about it, and it involves Washington's 10th…
Through the first quarter of the 2024-2025 NBA season, the Orlando Magic have been one of the biggest surprises early in the year. Despite losing star forward Paolo Banchero to an oblique injury, the…
The Portland Trail Blazers are not having a happy season, even less so since getting blown out by the lowly Utah Jazz on Friday night. But that doesn’t mean baby and bath water should go out the…
The Cleveland Cavaliers came out hot against the Charlotte Hornets. They jumped out to a 22-point lead by the start of the second quarter and it felt like this game was going to run away with this one…
Zach Collins on Dec. 6, 2024. Photo: Ronald Cortes/Getty NBA star Zach Collins was spotted giving the referee the middle finger after getting ejected from a game. The incident occurred in the second…
Following a tough 134-132 overtime loss for the Los Angeles Lakers at the hands of the Atlanta Hawks, LeBron James once again mentioned the potential limited time left in his storied career.James,…
As the Golden State Warriors prepare for the second night of a back-to-back against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday, the franchise's newest team has taken its biggest step to building a roster…
The Golden State Valkyries picked Dallas Wings guard Carla Leite in Friday’s Expansion Draft. Leite, a 20-year-old, 5’9” guard from France, was selected by Dallas with the ninth pick of the 2024…
It seems bad to jump onto the “Break up the Trail Blazers” bandwagon one day after a 141-99 loss to the hapless Utah Jazz, but the topic is swirling around Portland today, so let’s address it. We all…
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