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Kevin Durant’s return to Seattle was indeed a memorable one for the Golden State Warriors superstar. Despite being a preseason game, the energy inside Key Arena never wavered especially when Durant, the now-defunct Seattle SuperSonics’ second overall pick in 2007, touched the ball. The hype was off the charts that even before Golden State’s matchup against […]

The Golden State Warriors’ preseason game against the Sacramento Kings in Seattle has been dubbed as Kevin Durant’s night. But the Warriors’ other star present on the night in Klay Thompson is not to be outdone. The former Washington State University standout showed up big time in the opening salvo for the Warriors, firing from […]

NBA basketball is back and with its highlights also come weird basketball plays. Take this moment from Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma and Sacramento Kings big man Marvin Bagley III for instance. As Bagley spun off the defense of LeBron James, the second overall pick of this year’s draft went up for uncontested bunny […]

Michael Beasley is starting his Los Angeles Lakers career on the wrong foot. After leaving the game against the Denver Nuggets a few days ago following a head laceration, the veteran journeyman once again had a premature exit, this time against the Sacramento Kings. Michael Beasley is out for the game with a rib contusion. […]

When he’s not leaving LeBron James hanging, Lance Stephenson is putting on a show for the Los Angeles Lakers. Beyond the reputation that has earned him a spot on the infamous “Meme Team,” Stephenson is a pretty entertaining player to watch and it perfectly fits the mold for the resurgence of “Showtime.” One play in […]

Much has been said about Lance Stephenson’s addition to the Los Angeles Lakers. Most reactions have poked fun at the enigmatic shooting guard for being one-fourth of L.A.’s “Meme Team,” but LeBron James is singing a different tune, even praising his new teammate as someone who’ll run through a wall for the Lakers. Well, Stephenson […]

Like a baby’s first step, solid food, and whatnot, LeBron James’ set of firsts in a Los Angeles Lakers jersey are events that are all worth noting. The hype is real and James is building his new kingdom under the bright lights of Hollywood. So when the four-time MVP managed to hammer down his first […]

Kevin Durant and Draymond Green have had several fiery exchanges on-court as teammates, but the Golden State Warriors’ frontline tandem remains one of the closest among the Dubs. So don’t be surprised if they manage to pull the rug on opponents with sly plays such this one they executed to perfection against the Minnesota Timberwolves. […]

Chicago Bulls big man Lauri Markkanen suffered an elbow injury that should force him to miss up to two months of action, per Shams Charania of The Athletic. Chicago's Lauri Markkanen will miss up to two months with a high grade right elbow sprain. — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) September 29, 2018 Markkanen is coming off […]

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is giving Damian Jones the first crack at the defending champions’ wide-open starting position at center, per Connor Letourneau of the San Fransisco Chronicle. If today was the Warriors’ preseason opener, Kerr said he’d start Damian Jones at center. Wants to see how Jones fares with the starters. […]

After months of speculation regarding his immediate future with the franchise that drafted him, Karl-Anthony Towns has finally agreed to a massive super-maximum extension worth $190 million with the Minnesota Timberwolves, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Towns released a statement where he reemphasized his loyalty to the Timberwolves franchise and its fans. “On June 25, 2015, […]

Dwyane Wade has made a decision. After months of speculation, the superstar shooting guard will return to the Miami Heat for a final season or as Wade aptly put it, “One last dance.” Farewell 16th season for @DwyaneWade: “I’ve given this game everything I have and I’m happy about that. And I’m going to give […]

There’s a new WBC and WBA middleweight champion in town and he goes by the name of Canelo Alvarez. The hard-hitting Mexican landed the punches that count and eventually handed Gennady Golovkin the first loss of his professional career. The boxing world was put on notice for this fight and even NBA stars had their own take […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, like most boxing fans around the globe, had his eyes trained on the megafight between Gennady Golvkin and Canelo Alvarez, which the latter won via a majority decision. One of the best fights I’ve ever seen!! Ultimate competitors in @Canelo @GGGBoxing!! Salute to the both of you. Could watch […]

Seattle may have lost its SuperSonics over a decade ago but the city has now earned itself a championship courtesy of the WNBA’s Storm. Rightfully so, the team’s 3-0 sweep of the Washington Mystics in the Finals caught the attention of NBA stars such LeBron James and Kobe Bryant, among others. Breanna Stewart was the […]

The Dallas Mavericks are entering the 2018-19 season filled with optimism. Among the reasons for the excitement surrounding Rick Carlisle’s Mavs squad is rookie guard Luka Doncic. The Mavs connived with the Atlanta Hawks on draft night to secure the services of Doncic, executing a trade package centered on 2018’s third overall pick and Dallas’ […]

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka is one of Kobe Bryant’s closest friends. The former knows the latter like the back of his hand. So when Pelinka notes a Bryant characteristic that is evident in Rajon Rondo, then that is enough reason already to believe so. Appearing on ESPN 710, Pelinka recalled an observation out […]

According to 98.7 FM Arizona’s Sports Station’s John Gambadoro, the Phoenix Suns are now considering anyone among the L.A. Clippers’ Patrick Beverley, the Indiana Pacers’ Cory Joseph, and the Brooklyn Nets’ Spencer Dinwiddie. The Suns have done a commendable job on its roster this offseason, adding the likes of Deandre Ayton, Mikal Bridges, and Trevor Ariza […]

Anthony Davis isn’t just working on his game ahead of the 2018-19 season. The New Orleans Pelicans star is also laying the foundation for his future, piece by piece. As reported by ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Ramona Shelburne, the All-Star big man has decided to go separate ways with his long-time agent Thad Foucher. New Orleans […]

Klay Thompson is already regarded as one of the top guys at his position in the entire NBA. The Golden State Warriors star can shoot the lights out with the best of them while being able to defend multiple positions. But for Mychal Thompson, his sharpshooting offspring still has room to improve and he wants […]

LeBron James can do virtually anything on the basketball court. He can score, pass, rebound, defend, shoot, and even play up to five positions — name it and the Los Angeles Lakers superstar will execute. So when a fan photoshopped an image of James seemingly exposed to gamma rays in Hulk-like fashion, he was quick […]

It’s always hard to come up with the best decisions at a time when one’s body and mind is already fatigued over a day’s work. Donald Trump’ late-night tweet at the Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James is a perfect example of that. However, the POTUS’ track record hasn’t given him the benefit of the doubt. […]

Matt Barnes played three years for the L.A. Clippers from 2012 to 2015. He had a front-row seat to “Lob City” in all its glory and a backstage pass to the drama. This drama, according to Barnes, caused the team’s downfall amid high expectations brought by a stacked roster. During an appearance at the “Lunchtime with […]

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid has been on a tear this offseason — yes, you read that right. The Sixers star isn’t letting the NBA’s hibernation stop him from doing what he does on the court. All summer long, Embiid has filled social media with numerous clips of him dominating fans in pickup games with […]

Channing Frye doesn’t hold the answer to everything. He’s not going to lead the Cleveland Cavaliers to another championship. But his lone title with the Cavs alongside LeBron James, who’s now with the Los Angeles Lakers, has brought him valuable insight on what it takes to win it all. On his Road Trippin’ podcast, Frye […]

Carmelo Anthony has been a target of many reports recently aimed at him for rejecting the idea of coming off the bench for the Houston Rockets, once he gets bought out by the Atlanta Hawks and signed by the Texas-based squad. Anthony is no Kevin Durant, but when he reaches a boiling point, he’ll bite […]

The Houston Rockets had just inked center Clint Capela to a five-year, $90 million deal, fortifying their Big 3 for the foreseeable future. Next order of business for Houston is to surround Capela, Chris Paul, and James Harden with more weapons. One of the NBA’s worst secrets right now is Carmelo Anthony’s team when opening […]

Las Vegas became the home to a starry collection of NBA players for Team USA’s minicamp. Gregg Popovich and his staff gathered their troops as they take the first steps in slowly but surely morphing the roster. It doesn’t matter if it’s the summer and most of these millionaire athletes have been out of action […]

Russell Westbrook’s summer party is over and Paul George is a member of the Oklahoma City Thunder. After toying with the idea of playing for his hometown Los Angeles Lakers for one year, the camaraderie that was built between the two stars in one season for OKC outweighed the bright lights of Hollywood. George was […]

San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, one of the greatest basketball minds in history, holds a resume that even half of it would constitute other bench tacticians’ dreams. Five NBA titles, three Coach of the Year awards, and a playoff streak that’s older than most of the rookies this year top the list — and it […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder finally got rid of Carmelo Anthony and his bloated contract after finalizing a three-team trade with the Atlanta Hawks and Philadelphia 76ers that netted them point guard Dennis Schroder. The Thunder Big 3’s run was shortlived, but Paul George remains excited as he welcomes Schroder to Oklahoma City. “Dennis is hands […]

After four years of duking it out with Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors in June, LeBron James decided that he’ll just have to face the Warriors earlier — in the Western Conference finals — as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers. His move was expected by many, but one person who was […]

The Los Angeles Lakers had the biggest free agent signing of the summer in LeBron James. Nothing can top that, but many fans eagerly hoped for anyone among Paul George, Kawhi Leonard, or even DeMarcus Cousins as the perfect follow up acquisition to James. Well, not everything gets a Hollywood ending this summer. The Lakers’ subsequent […]

LeBron James’ decision to play for the Los Angeles Lakers sent massive shockwaves around the league, making an already-loaded Western Conference even scarier. While those placing their money on the Lakers have significantly increased, Charles Barkley — who’s well-known for his gambling appetite — isn’t jumping on the bandwagon — at least, not yet. Speaking […]

The Sacramento Kings have agreed to a deal with three-year forward Nemanja Bjelica, per Yahoo Sports’ Shams Charania. Forward Nemanja Bjelica has agreed to a three-year, $20.5M deal with the Sacramento Kings, league sources tell Yahoo. Third year will be non-guaranteed. Bjelica puts an end to his crazy free agency that saw him almost sign […]

A blockbuster trade between the San Antonio Spurs and Toronto Raptors is reportedly in the process of being finalized. In the said deal, a swap of stars involving Kawhi Leonard and DeMar DeRozan is front and center. While this could finally put an end to a dragging drama in San Antonio, things are bound to […]

The San Antonio Spurs and Toronto Raptors are finalizing the framework of a blockbuster trade centered on Kawhi Leonard and DeMar DeRozan, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski and Chris Haynes. The Toronto Raptors are finalizing a deal to acquire San Antonio Spurs star Kawhi Leonard in a trade package that includes All-Star DeMar DeRozan, league sources told ESPN. Leonard’s exit from San Antonio […]

Despite suffering a massive dip in Rodney Hood’s stats across the board, the Houston Rockets do not appear to be scared of gambling on the lefty shooter. According to Joe Vardon of Cleveland.com, Hood may have been in contact with the top regular season team in 2017-18. As transcribed by HoopsHype: “There’s been reports of […]

It wasn’t long ago when the Miami Heat were being showered with praise for re-discovering Hassan Whiteside. The seven-footer was out of the NBA when Pat Riley and co. came knocking on his door, ready to give him a chance to redeem himself in Miami. Unfortunately, after a meteoric rise that saw him seal a […]