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With the 2017-18 NBA season approaching, Paul George is patiently waiting to play with Russell Westbrook and the Oklahoma City Thunder. After seven seasons with the Indiana Pacers, George will have an opportunity to play with another All-Star as he is set to become an unrestricted free agent following the season. Over the past couple […]

At this point in the offseason, NBA teams are filling out the remainder of their training camp rosters. However, there are still some notable free agents available like Shabazz Muhammad. As the Minnesota Timberwolves only have the veteran’s minimum to offer Muhammad, the fourth-year forward is considering signing with the Lakers according to Eric Pincus […]

After the Indiana Pacers filed tampering charges against the Los Angeles Lakers, the NBA ultimately fined them $500,000 for violating the league’s anti-tampering rule. In the ruling, general manager Rob Pelinka had contact with Paul George’s agent before he was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder. With Pelinka expressing ‘regret’ over the situation, Pacers general […]

After a successful college career at UConn, there were high expectations for Jeremy Lamb after the Oklahoma City Thunder selected him with the 12th overall pick in the 2012 NBA Draft. However, through four seasons, Lamb has not met these expectations. Heading into the 2017-18 NBA season, Lamb is entering the second year of his […]

After the NBA’s investigation, the Los Angeles Lakers were fined $500,000 for violating the league’s anti-tampering rule in regards to Paul George. In the findings, general manager Rob Pelinka contacted George’s agent before the Indiana Pacers traded him to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The team’s general manager released the following statement according to Lakers: “We […]

Prior to the 2016-17 NBA season, the Portland Trail Blazers re-signed numerous role players to long-term deals after exceeding expectations following LaMarcus Aldridge signing with the San Antonio Spurs. However, after barely making the playoffs and losing to the Golden State Warriors in the first round this past season, the Blazers decided to reduce the […]

Prior to the 2017 NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers traded D’Angelo Russell and Timofey Mozgov to the Brooklyn Nets. Along with acquiring Brook Lopez’s expiring contract and the No. 27 pick (Kyle Kuzma), President of Basketball Operations Magic Johnson and general manager Rob Pelinka wanted to clear cap space for next year’s free agency. […]

Prior to the 2017 NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Brook Lopez and the No. 27 overall pick in anticipation for next year’s free agency. With the additional draft pick, Los Angeles selected Kyle Kuzma, who shined at the Las Vegas Summer League. With Kuzma already considered the steal of the draft after averaging […]

After the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Pau Gasol from the Memphis Grizzlies in 2008, he and Lamar Odom established themselves as one of the best frontcourt duos in the league. Along with Kobe Bryant, they helped Los Angeles win two championships in three consecutive NBA Finals appearances. As Gasol is still playing for the San […]

The Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers recently made a blockbuster trade centered around Isaiah Thomas and Kyrie Irving. While the Cavaliers have concerns following Thomas’ physical, there have been conflicting reports about them wanting additional assets leading up to the deadline. If the Cavaliers ultimately void the trade, the Milwaukee Bucks have emerged as a […]

After a disappointing 2016-17 NBA season, the Minnesota Timberwolves made significant changes during the offseason in preparation for Year 2 under head coach Tom Thibodeau. While all the attention has been on the Jimmy Butler trade, the Timberwolves signed Jeff Teague, Taj Gibson, and Jamal Crawford. In an exclusive interview with Peter Walsh of SLAM, […]

With the 2017-18 NBA season approaching, all 29 teams are chasing the defending champion Golden State Warriors. In addition to re-signing all of their core in free agency, they actually improved their depth by signing Nick Young and Omri Casspi. As the Houston Rockets have improved with the addition of Chris Paul in the Western […]

At the 2016 NBA Draft, the Philadelphia 76ers selected Ben Simmons with the first overall pick. Unfortunately, Simmons suffered a broken right foot in the team’s final training camp scrimmage and eventually missed the entire 2016-17 NBA season. As Simmons prepares for the upcoming season, he will be one of the favorites to win the […]

The top prospects usually enter the NBA Draft after just one season in college. However, Damian Lillard was one of the rare players to play four seasons in college. As a result, he was much more prepared for the league en route to the 2013 NBA Rookie of the Year award. Through five seasons with […]

After nine seasons together with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Kevin Durant signed with the Golden State Warriors and won his first NBA championship. As for Russell Westbrook, he averaged a triple-double en route to his first Most Valuable Player award. With Durant looking to win back-to-back championships, Westbrook has a new All-Star forward to play […]

In an offseason full of drama, the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers recently completed a blockbuster trade involving Isaiah Thomas and Kyrie Irving. While the trade was made official the same day, there have been more discussions between the two teams following Thomas’ physical. Heading into the 2017-18 NBA season, there are only four players […]

To celebrate his 39th birthday, Kobe Bryant challenged numerous athletes and Kendrick Lamar on social media. While it initially included Isaiah Thomas and DeMar DeRozan only, Giannis Antetokounmpo asked for his challenge in which the 18-time All-Star wanted him to earn his first Most Valuable Player award heading into the 2017-18 NBA season. With social […]

After being undrafted in 2013, Robert Covington has established himself as a solid contributor for the Philadelphia 76ers. This past season, Covington averaged 12.9 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.0 blocks, and 1.9 assists in 67 games before being ruled out for the remainder of the season with knee soreness and swelling. With the 2017-18 NBA season […]

Before the 2017-18 NBA season officially begins, numerous players returned to Kentucky for the school’s annual alumni game. Over the years under head coach John Calipari, the school has produced some of the best players in the league like DeMarcus Cousins and Karl-Anthony Towns. However, Rajon Rondo stole the show with an off-the-head alley-oop to […]

After being traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2015, Enes Kanter signed a four-year, $70 million deal in restricted free agency. Since then, Kanter has established himself as one of the better offensive big men coming off the bench. Heading into the 2017-18 NBA season, all the attention will be on Russell Westbrook and […]

After finishing with the second-worst record in the NBA, the Phoenix Suns selected Josh Jackson with the fourth overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft. While Phoenix was quiet in free agency, they emerged as a potential destination for Kyrie Irving, who requested a trade from the Cleveland Cavaliers. As Irving was ultimately traded to […]

The NBA is ultimately a business, but after the Boston Celtics traded Isaiah Thomas to the Cleveland Cavaliers, many players expressed sympathy for the point guard. After being traded to the Celtics during the 2014-15 NBA season, Thomas led them to three consecutive playoff appearances. In last year’s playoffs, Thomas lost his younger sister in […]

During the 2016-17 NBA season, Nene established himself as a key contributor for the Houston Rockets. With Dwight Howard signing with the Atlanta Hawks and Clint Capela only 23 years old, the 15-year veteran exceeded expectations for head coach Mike D’Antoni. While there was a hiccup in free agency, Nene ultimately re-signed on a three-year, […]

After a successful beginning to his young New York Knicks career, Kristaps Porzingis found himself in trade discussions to begin the offseason. With the two-year big man missing the team’s exit interview, former President Phil Jackson was seeking to trade him. Fortunately, Jackson was let go following the 2017 NBA Draft and it appears there […]

With 30 teams preparing for the 2017-18 NBA season, the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers recently completed a blockbuster trade involving Isaiah Thomas and Kyrie Irving. While the trade was made official the same day, it took a turn following Thomas’ physical. According to Sam Amico of Amico Hoops, the Celtics reportedly do not believe […]

After the Washington Wizards were eliminated by the Boston Celtics in the 2016 NBA playoffs semifinals, Marcin Gortat hinted he and his agent may look around to see if there was a better situation for him. While Gortat is one of the better centers in the league, most teams are embracing small ball, especially late […]

Heading into the 2017-18 NBA season, one of the storylines that have gone under the radar is Russell Westbrook’s future with the Oklahoma City Thunder. With an opportunity to sign a five-year, $207 million deal nearly two months ago, Westbrook has not committed to the new designated veteran player extension. According to Royce Young of […]

When a new NBA season approaches, it also means the latest edition of NBA 2K. With Kyrie Irving this year’s cover athlete, there will already be changes as he was recently traded to the Boston Celtics from the Cleveland Cavaliers. As players have been releasing their first look at their face scans and player ratings, […]

In the early 2000’s, Tracy McGrady was mentioned among the best perimeter players alongside Kobe Bryant, Allen Iverson, and Vince Carter. Unfortunately, the second half of his 16-year career was marred by injuries. Since retirement in 2013, there have been debates if McGrady should be in the Naismith Hall of Fame. Criticized for not winning […]

After making great strides under head coach Quin Snyder, the Utah Jazz unfortunately lost Gordon Hayward and George Hill in free agency. While the Jazz signed numerous players to fill Hayward’s void, they traded the 2018 Oklahoma City Thunder top-14 protected first round draft pick for Ricky Rubio. With numerous changes to the roster, it […]

After three consecutive NBA Finals appearances with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Kyrie Irving shocked the basketball world by requesting a trade. Despite all the reports about the New York Knicks and Phoenix Suns, Irving was ultimately traded to the Boston Celtics for Isaiah Thomas, Jae Crowder, Ante Zizic, and 2018 Brooklyn Nets first round draft pick. […]

As the 2017-18 NBA season approaches, teams are filling out the remainder of their training camp rosters. However, for the New York Knicks, the new front office led by President Steve Mills and general manager Scott Perry has a decision to make regarding Carmelo Anthony. After failing to make the playoffs the past four seasons, […]

After a month of conflicting reports, the Cleveland Cavaliers ultimately traded Kyrie Irving to the Boston Celtics in exchange for Isaiah Thomas, Jae Crowder, Ante Zizic, and 2018 Brooklyn Nets first round draft pick. With any signing or trade, basketball fans react differently to the news. Despite being traded, some Celtics fans decided to burn […]

Originally the 60th overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, Isaiah Thomas established himself as one of the best players in the league. In his third season with the Boston Celtics, he averaged 28.9 points and 5.9 assists while leading them to the top of the Eastern Conference. Heading into the 2017 NBA playoffs, there […]

After a month of conflicting reports, the Cleveland Cavaliers ultimately traded Kyrie Irving to the Boston Celtics in exchange for Isaiah Thomas, Jae Crowder, Ante Zizic, and 2018 Brooklyn Nets first round draft pick. With the two teams facing off against each other in the 2017-18 NBA season opener, it will be an interesting battle […]

After the Cleveland Cavaliers traded Kyrie Irving to the Boston Celtics, all eyes are on Carmelo Anthony’s future with the New York Knicks. With the 10-time All-Star reportedly eyeing the Houston Rockets, it is unclear what direction the Knicks will go in with a new front office. According to Marc Berman of New York Post, […]

After 20 seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, Kobe Bryant is a year removed from his final game where he scored 60 points against the Utah Jazz. In the next chapter of Bryant’s career, he is currently focused on building up businesses as well as storytelling, which have exclusively appeared on ESPN. While Bryant is […]

After a month of conflicting reports, there was a resolution to Kyrie Irving’s future with the Cleveland Cavaliers as he was traded to the Boston Celtics. Despite Irving’s trade request, the Cavaliers were able to salvage the situation by acquiring Isaiah Thomas, Jae Crowder, Ante Zizac and Brooklyn Nets 2018 draft pick. Prior to the […]

Originally the No. 21 overall pick in the 2003 NBA Draft, Boris Diaw has established himself as a strong role player. After successful stints with the Phoenix Suns and San Antonio Spurs, Diaw is still an unrestricted free agent following just one season with the Utah Jazz. With teams currently filling out the remainder of […]