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Devin Harris expects to be healthy when the Dallas Mavericks start their training camp on September 27. The 12-year pro out of Wisconsin has battled his share of nagging injuries, having undergone surgeries in his left great toe and his left thumb back in May. Devin Harris’ injury status “Health is doing good,” Harris said […]

After missing the last two months of the NBA season and barely missing the window for an Olympic appearance with Spain, Marc Gasol is ready to return. The Memphis Grizzlies center talked about his recovery from injury with Catalan newspaper L’Esportiu (translated by Jorge Sierra of HoopsHype). On his foot injury: “I’m really well and […]

Former third-overall pick Joel Embiid was spotted playing a few casual games of one-on-one at the Sixers Beach Bash on Saturday. The seven-footer took on a few comers, including Philadelphia 76ers mascot Franklin the Dog, as seen in the video. https://www.instagram.com/p/BJqbmB5AqVS/ While he says he feels 100% after injuries have gotten the best of him […]

Entering his third season in the NBA, Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart is ready to evolve into a leader. “I’m improving and trying to improve in every aspect of my game,” said Smart in an interview with Amanda Pflugrad of Celtics.com. “I’m trying to become more of a second to third or fourth option in scoring… […]

Harrison Barnes‘ departure from Golden State might be the best thing for his future. After four years with the team, Barnes signed a lucrative four-year, $94 million deal with the Dallas Mavericks. While the $23.5 million-per-year amount sounds like star-worthy money. Barnes admits he’s yet to earn that star treatment. “People assume that just because […]

The gold craze is not over for Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins. Fresh off a 13-point, 15-rebound performance in the gold medal game against Serbia, Cousins has his eyes set on the next Olympics. “I’m open to (coming back for Tokyo 2020). I’ll be older then, so it depends on how my body feels,” Cousins […]

For many NBA players the offseason is a time to give back to their alma maters — making appearances and playing or coaching in fundraiser games with other alumni. It’s all fun and games until someone brings up a change of scenery. That was the case for Clippers star Blake Griffin, who was coaching the […]

It’s that time of the offseason every NBA player awaits — with the early-release of NBA 2K17, players are eager to see their rating and likeness. That is unless you’re Evan Fournier. Fournier probably regrets asking in the first place. Here it is guys! What do you think?Thanks to @Ronnie2K @NBA2K pic.twitter.com/nkuHTw1T2l — Evan Fournier (@EvanFourmizz) August […]

Two brothers have been charged with the first-degree murder of Nykea Aldridge, cousin of Bulls shooting guard Dwyane Wade, according to Chicago police. 26-year-old Darwin Sorrells Jr. and 22-year-old Derren Sorrells were charged Sunday after a two-day investigation took place. Aldridge, 32, was pushing her baby in a stroller with hopes of signing up her children […]

NBA All-Star and Duke University alum Grant Hill surprised 1700 freshmen Blue Devils at a local Target store in Durham. As Duke University tradition has it, the school gives incoming freshmen the opportunity to shop at Target after hours to grab their necessary supplies for the school year. Pens, flash cards and wide-ruled paper are […]

The NBA is a league filled with talent. Some talents more special than others, but the only way to remain on top is to make the most of them through hard work. John Wall seems to understand that concept, as ‘Uninterrupted’ posted a video of the Washington Wizards All-Star point guard working out at five […]

New Chicago Bulls addition Dwyane Wade took to Twitter to pay tribute to his late cousin Nykea Aldridge who was killed Friday in the streets of South Side Chicago. RIP Nykea Aldridge… #EnoughIsEnough — DWade (@DwyaneWade) August 27, 2016 This comes a day after Wade and his mother Jolinda were part of a panel hosted by ESPN’s “The Undefeated” titled: “An […]

Just hours after a trade that sent Kendall Marshall from Philadelphia to Utah, the Jazz already waived him. The trade that happened on Friday morning sent center Tibor Pleiss, two 2nd round draft picks, and cash considerations to the Sixers for Marshall’s services. Philadelphia is sending guard Kendall Marshall to Utah for Tibor Pleiss, two future second-round […]

Coming off an impressive 2015-16 NBA season, Milwaukee Bucks guard-forward hybrid Giannis Antetokounmpo has a chance to join a select group of players in 2016-17. Let’s talk some numbers Antetokounmpo’s averages of 16.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.4 blocks per game made his fantasy basketball owners very happy this past season. According to […]

Utah Jazz forward Derrick Favors is putting in work this offseason. After the myriad of injuries that plagued the team last season, Utah fell short of the final playoff spot — finishing behind the eight-seeded Houston Rockets. Favors, who missed roughly a month with a back injury, struggled to regain his groove and the consistency […]

Andrew Nicholson is adding a three-pointer to his repertoire. The Washington Wizards offseason acquisition could see a positive change in his career after logging a mere 15 minutes per game in four seasons with the Orlando Magic. The 6-foot-11 St. Bonaventure alum figures to be a backup to the mercurial Markieff Morris at the power forward […]

Kobe Bryant‘s career has come to a close and along with it are numerous memorable moments of intense competition, and his willingness to fight until the whistle is blown. During his career, there wasn’t anyone that could match his desire to win, his eagerness to make gravity-defying plays, and his utmost confidence to take the last shot. […]

Getting a coaching gig in the NBA is a tall task for a 36-year-old. Said task becomes that much taller when the the talisman of said team just retired after a Hall of Fame-worthy career. That’s exactly where Luke Walton sits after accepting a five-year $25 million offer to become the head coach of the […]

Sometimes it’s the true acts of kindness that stick with us forever. That was the case for Vitor Galvani, a volunteer Team Liaison at the Rio Olympics that was robbed at knifepoint at a bus stop after working the France-Venezuela game on Aug. 12, as he told Brazil’s O Globo. The 23-year-old volunteer was seen shaken […]

A woman pushing a child in a stroller was fatally shot in the South Side of Chicago on Friday, according to police. The 32-year-old woman that was walking around 3:30 p.m. in the 6300 block of South Calumet was apparently an accidental victim of a gang shooting when two men approached another man and opened […]

Deron Williams is back with the Dallas Mavericks and excited about his team’s new look. After a sports hernia surgery that cut his playoff run short, Williams, who signed a one-year $10 million contract to return, is looking forward to playing with his new teammates. “We’re definitely going to miss Chandler (Parsons), but Harrison (Barnes) stepping […]

Detroit Pistons point guard Reggie Jackson enjoyed a breakout 2015-16 season in the Motor City. The Boston College standout was traded to the Pistons in his fourth season with the Oklahoma City Thunder, where he played backup to Russell Westbrook. Jackson had career highs in scoring (18.8), assists (6.2), free throws (291) and three-pointers made (118) […]

Since the recent acquisition of center Dwight Howard, the Atlanta Hawks have had to do some damage control with All-Star forward Paul Millsap. According to Steve Kyler of Basketball Insiders the Hawks have assured Millsap that they have no intents to trade him. Paul Millsap’s trade chances “The only reason Millsap’s name gets talked about in trade […]

A Chris Bosh sighting is keeping Miami Heat fans with a temporary smile on their face. A promotional preseason video via the Heat’s twitter account shows Bosh working out with the rest of the roster. https://twitter.com/MiamiHEAT/status/768136964713218048 The team however has not released an official statement saying if he’ll be cleared to play after a second blood clot […]

With the monumental signing of Kevin Durant, the Golden State Warriors were forced to break up a team that remained nearly intact from their 2014-2015 championship season. Key departures included starters Harrison Barnes and Andrew Bogut, who both signed with the Dallas Mavericks. Another huge loss was power forward Marreese Speights, who signed with the L.A. Clippers […]

The self-proclaimed NBA impersonator Brandon Armstrong is back with another impeccable rendering of Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors. Co-star @FamousLos32 nail down every detail, from Curry’s subtle up-fake to his giant-killer finger rolls – partial mouthpiece hanging from the mouth included. Armstrong doesn’t fall short himself, mimicking Thompson’s form and hoppy-tippy-toe […]

Jealousy is the root of all evil, and no one needs to hear that more than Washington Wizards point guard John Wall. A front office executive told The Ringer that Wall was “rankled” after hearing of James Harden‘s four-year $118 million extension with the Houston Rockets. This is not the first time Wall has been […]

Longtime NBA journeyman Stephen Jackson is attempting an NBA comeback. In an interview with ‘Elevate Above The Rim‘ in Sirius XM NBA Radio, the 6-foot-8 forward gave his thoughts on possible destinations: “I love the Knicks, I love Chicago, even love New Orleans. I think those are great places where I can be a great teammate and […]

Norris Cole is looking for a new team. The 6-foot-2 guard out of Cleveland State has hired a new agent and is looking to find a suitor for his services. FA Norris Cole has a new agent. #Twolves got call this week, didn't completely dismiss. But nothing close. Someone is going to get a steal. […]

Memphis Grizzles center Marc Gasol was one of the biggest absences of the Olympic tournament in Rio. Gasol was sidelined with a Type II navicular bone fracture in his right foot that cut his season short in February. As such, the Spaniards were forced to give Willy Hernangómez more run at the center position in his absence. The […]

The post-Kobe Bryant era has officially started for the Los Angeles Lakers and with its new beginnings came the shocking $8 million signing of Yi Jianlian. The Olympics are usually a showcase of the best talent the NBA has to offer for the casual fan, but for GMs around the league it has been a premiere […]

The never-ending marriage of rap and basketball is still true to this day. Historically, the two have gone hand-in-hand, but hardly ever has there been someone excelling at both (maybe with the exception of Damian Lillard). As Rick Ross once said: “rappers wanna be ballers and ballers wanna be rappers.” That’s been mostly the case […]

James Harden is organizing a players-only minicamp for the Houston Rockets, to be held next week in Miami. “James is doing everything,” said forward Corey Brewer to Mark Berman of Fox Houston. “He is showing he wants to be a leader.” “He’s the franchise player. He signed the extension. So it’s his team, and he’s […]

It’s hard to hide the sun with one finger. Unfortunately, Houston Rockets forward Corey Brewer was put in that position on a recent episode of ESPN’s SportsNation. The panel; consisting of Michelle Beadle, Marcellus Wiley and CNN/ESPN journalist LZ Granderson, consistently bantered and mocked James Harden‘s matador-like defense. Brewer was asked if teammate Patrick Beverley had realistic expectations regarding the […]

Josh McRoberts is staying in Miami. After repeated failed efforts to move his $5.8 million contract to another team, the Heat will take the plunge and keep him. The 6-foot-10 power forward out of Duke has a $6 million player option for the 2016-2017 season. The team called to inform him that he would be […]

Hundreds of fans gathered at Los Angeles City Hall to celebrate the much awaited “Kobe Bryant Day” this afternoon. Contrary to popular belief, the occasion was more than just symbolic as Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti invited the newly-retired Bryant to attend the ceremony that bears his name. Chants of “MVP” and “Kobe!” didn’t take […]

The darling child of the NBA has officially upgraded her living situation. Riley Curry, the daughter of NBA MVP Stephen Curry, has gotten her own dream playhouse thanks to TLC’s “Playhouse Masters.” Riley’s new 20-foot playhouse is fully equipped with a bridge, a loft, a doghouse and a ball pit. Take a look: Riley became the NBA’s poster child […]

The recent friction and racial divide nationwide has been a topic of large interest for NBA players. Two months ago, the likes of Carmelo Anthony, Chris Paul, Dwyane Wade, and LeBron James spearheaded a conversation about police violence at the ESPYs. Anthony followed through — hosting a town hall meeting in Los Angeles during Team USA’s exhibition […]

The Los Angeles Clippers are now the L.A. Clippers. If you had to read that over, you might not be alone. The franchise that changed their logo and uniform last year has subtly transitioned from the Los Angeles title to “L.A.” instead. Mike Chamernik of Uni Watch explains it all in this quote: “The Los Angeles […]