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There is no question that the NBA has changed immensely since the glorious days of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar — and the Los Angeles Lakers legend believes the rule changes are at fault. The 71-year-old Hall of Fame center voiced his comments on the modern NBA’s style of play and correlated it to the current rules that […]

Dennis Smith Jr. has been a different kind of player since being traded to the New York Knicks just a few weeks ago. It appears that nothing is strong enough to hold the second-year guard down at the moment, not even a soaring dunk attempt from 6-foot-10 Orlando Magic power forward Jonathan Isaac. DSJ swats […]

Trae Young aspires to be like Chris Paul when he fully establishes himself in the NBA. Not only on the court, but off of it as well. “The way Chris carries himself, the way he gives back and the way he is with younger players is the same way I want to be when I […]

Paul Millsap earned himself a spot on the next segment of Shaqtin’ A Fool with a horrific missed dunk attempt. Though it’s quite cringe-worthy, here is a look at the faux pas. Tough look for Paul Millsap 🎥: @shaqtin pic.twitter.com/gzPOyoC9PC — USA TODAY NBA (@usatodaynba) February 24, 2019 Aside from the gaffe, Paul Millsap would […]

Many social media users are often reluctant when it comes to commenting on an athlete or celebrity’s Twitter posts – but as it turns out, it could be a lifesaver. Former NFL wide receiver Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson was just that type of heroic figure on Friday afternoon. According to Caitlyn Holroyd of The Score, a […]

The Philadelphia Eagles could return to the Super Bowl in the 2019-20 season. According to John Breech of CBS Sports, the Eagles have the seventh easiest strength of schedule in their next campaign. Though this metric guarantees absolutely nothing, it’s still encouraging for a team that essentially spent the entirety of their previous juncture still […]

Former Pittsburgh Steelers great Hines Ward thinks Ben Roethlisberger has much left to prove as a leader. Ward recently said that the Steelers’ current situation is “disappointing” and he addressed the Steelers’ frenzy of issues on NFL Total Access. From Grant Gordon of NFL.com: “Disappointing just to hear all the talks off the field with […]

The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday 128-115, and exuded a little mockery to Magic Johnson after the game. Pelicans win in good faith. #PelicansGameday | #doitBIG (via: @Zatarains) pic.twitter.com/bacVOuVLM8 — New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) February 24, 2019 Following the Feb. 7 trade deadline, Johnson told ESPN’s Dave McMenamin that the […]

JuJu Smith-Schuster is the most effectual player that the Pittsburgh Steelers have to offer at the moment. In JuJu’s mind, it appears that football doesn’t stop. Not even when you leave the field. JuJu’s out here running routes in crowded malls (via @TeamJuJu) pic.twitter.com/a2d891gN6T — Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) February 23, 2019 After playing in the […]

Stephen Curry and the rest of the Golden State Warriors had no answer for the team’s lack of energy out of the gate against the Houston Rockets on Saturday, according to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports: “I don’t know,” Stephen Curry said. “We’ve had letdowns like that with the Lakers without LeBron [James] and other […]

Rapper Ja Rule has placed a curse on the Minnesota Timberwolves … and the Milwaukee Bucks could also be guilty by association: You just jinx yourself talking to the GOD this way… your CURSED NOW!!! You won’t win a championship for the next 30 years… AND KAT IS LEAVING!!! Apologize and I’ll lift the CURSE!!! […]

Washington Wizards center Thomas Bryant likely avoided a huge fine after nearly KO’ing an official in Saturday’s game against the Indiana Pacers, but he had a good reason. After inhaling a layup, he was hysterical in celebration. Thomas Bryant was so excited after a block that he almost took out a ref with his celebration […]

Boston Celtis star Gordon Hayward will play Saturday against the Chicago Bulls, per a team report. #NEBHInjuryReport Gordon Hayward (ankle) will play tonight vs. Chicago, per Brad Stevens. — Boston Celtics (@celtics) February 23, 2019 The 28-year-old Hayward was sidelined with a right ankle injury in Thursday’s 98-97 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. He likely could’ve […]

The Philadelphia 76ers just haven’t fared well against the Portland Trail Blazers this season, and it didn’t get much better in Saturday afternoon’s 130-115 blunder. Without Joel Embiid for the second consecutive game, the Sixers’ bigs failed to counterbalance everything the All-Star center does so effortlessly. After Boban Marjanovic took full control in Thursday night’s […]

The Utah Jazz tallied their franchise’s highest scoring mark in over three decades on Friday night, as they were defeated by the Oklahoma City Thunder 148-147. It was the 1982 Jazz that recorded 151 points two times in a two-month span during their campaign. Though that team were led by forward Adrian Dantley, who averaged […]

In a heated battle between the Detroit Pistons and Atlanta Hawks, Blake Griffin once again displayed how fervent of a competitor he is — and it cost him and his team dearly on Friday night. After drilling a 3-pointer, Griffin faced the Hawks bench and seemed to trash talk. While it could have been let […]

Marcus Smart is the most interesting man in the world. Well, at least that’s how he’s viewed in Boston. The most entertaining man in the @NBA – @smart_MS3 pic.twitter.com/E1bHPygHE1 — Taylor Snow (@taylorcsnow) February 22, 2019 Known as one of the most proactive players in the NBA, as it is evident in the video above, […]

The Chicago Bulls aren’t quitting on the season they still have in front of them. Head coach Jim Boylen will continue to roll with Robin Lopez in the big man spot following the All-Star break, according to K.C. Johnson of The Chicago Tribune. “We have not discussed a diminished role for (Robin Lopez) at all,” […]

Colin Kaepernick could play in the NFL again, but it is in no way bound to happen soon, according to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk. A vague sense of optimism emerged in the aftermath of the Colin Kaepernick collusion settlement that Kaepernick could soon be signed by an NFL team. Nearly a week later, […]

As trade rumors continue pouring into the NFL offseason, the latest has included Odell Beckham Jr. Former Indianapolis Colts receiver Reggie Wayne said on NFL Network Tuesday that OBJ should play for the Baltimore Ravens. Wayne drew up a trade scenario that could possibly work for both the Ravens and the New York Giants. Despite […]

The legend of Zion Williamson only has gotten bigger this year. It’s gotten Super Bowl big, in fact. Ahead of Wednesday’s Duke-North Carolina game at Cameron Indoor Stadium, tickets to see the favored No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft have been priced at $2,500 — and that’s only enough for the cheap […]

Shaquille O’Neal is selling his Orlando mansion, and he has lowered the asking price to $21.9 million for his interested buyers. According to Kyle Arnold of The Orlando Sentinel, the former NBA legend is mighty eager to finally move on from the lavish home in which he lived at the beginning of his professional career. […]

It’s possible that star forward Anthony Davis could play for the Boston Celtics next season, but it doesn’t appear to be his favored destination at the moment. Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium reported on Monday that Davis ‘still’ doesn’t view the Celtics as a long-term situation in his mind right now. The 25-year-old […]

Power forward Henry Ellenson is reportedly planning to sign a 10-day contract with the New York Knicks, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium on Tuesday night. Forward Henry Ellenson plans to sign a 10-day contract with the New York Knicks, league sources tell @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium. — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) February 20, 2019 […]

Jarrett Allen is one of the most valuable assets on this year’s Brooklyn Nets roster and it’s a no-brainer. The 20-year-old center leads all second-year pros this season in blocks per game (1.5) while ranking second in offensive rebounds per game (2.5), third in total double-doubles (17) and rebounds per game (8.6), and fourth in field […]

Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade and Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki are living legends – they know this, but the crowd reminded them on Wednesday night when the Mavs hosted the Heat. While Wade has already publicly announced his plans of retirement following this season, Dirk has yet to say anything official in regards to […]

Memphis Grizzlies center Joakim Noah is having fun with his new team — despite not winning many games. The 12-year vet claims he’s feeling it again as the midway point of the NBA season approaches. Moreover, since the trade that sent Marc Gasol to the Toronto Raptors late last week, the Grizzlies will likely call […]

The Philadelphia 76ers still can’t crack the Boston Celtics’ code. Joel Embiid wasn’t happy with the officiating in the 76ers’ 112-109 loss. “These referees f—ng sucked,” Embiid said into the microphone after the post-game presser. Joel Embiid, when his presser ended: "These referees f—-ng sucked." Then, he got up and walked out. — Tim Bontemps […]

Golden State Warriors star point guard Stephen Curry is going to be a hot commodity when he returns to his hometown of Charlotte for the NBA All-Star Weekend in a few days – but he has grown perturbed by the number of ticket requests from friends and family. Exactly how many tickets will the two-time MVP […]

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is staying out of the recent social media melee between Draymond Green and Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert. Steve Kerr asked about the Draymond-Gobert matchup tonight: "Modern NBA Twitter warfare. I stay out of that. You can ask Draymond and Rudy about it." — Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) February […]

Atlanta Hawks fans tried to throw some major shade at Los Angeles Lakers star forward LeBron James in Tuesday night’s matchup – chanting “Kobe’s better” prior to a missed free-throw attempt. Hawks fans are chanting "Kobe's better" at LeBron James 🤔 https://t.co/6dmW59iidc — Dime (@DimeUPROXX) February 13, 2019 James received the same verbal reception from […]

Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki believes that a new rule should be implemented into this Saturday’s 3-Point Contest in Charlotte — one where he receives a little bit of extra time on his shot attempts. The future Hall of Famer said in a recent interview with Marc Stein of The New York Times, that he’s […]

Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons is able to throw it down with outright authority, per usual. The All-Star point guard may have used a little too much oomph in his powerful dunk against the Los Angeles Lakers, though. Ben Simmons sent it to the moon and back! 😯😂#Shaqtin pic.twitter.com/7LdK72AMBi — Shaqtin' a Fool (@shaqtin) February […]

The Denver Broncos will likely retain Case Keenum as their quarterback for next season. Team owner John Elway conceded that Keenum is “probably a short-term fix,” indicating the Broncos are on a continued hunt for their next guy, be it for this year or next year, veteran or rookie, per Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic. Keenum […]

Arizona Cardinals defensive coordinator Vance Joseph hopes for a rebound with his new team next year. The 46-year-old coach was dismissed from the Denver Broncos after a 6-10 season, and an 11-21 record in two years with the Broncos. From Josh Alper of NBC Sports: “When you’re fired and it’s said, ‘You’re not good enough,’ that hurts,” Joseph […]

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid is listed as questionable (gastroenteritis) against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday. The All-Star center played through the illness on Friday, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports. #Sixers center Joel Embiid is listed as questionable for today’s game against the #Lakers with gastroenteritis. He did, however, play with it […]

Vic Fangio is hoping to be reputable as a players coach – at least that’s what he’s integrated with the Denver Broncos. The recently-hired head coach discussed well-laid plans for the franchise on Saturday. From Woody Paige of The Gazette: “What’s my goal?” he asked himself. “Obviously, everybody wants to win Super Bowls. But I […]

Pau Gasol is a lifelong competitor, which doesn’t simplify the recent lack of opportunity he’s been granted with the San Antonio Spurs. The six-time All-Star and two-time NBA champion is only playing 12.5 minutes per game this season, while his numbers have drastically regressed – currently posting 4.4 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 0.2 assists per […]

The New York Knicks have signed John Jenkins to a 10-day contract, per Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium. According to Marc Berman of The New York Post, the Knicks are filling out one of the three roster spots they currently have available, and The Post reported last week he likely would be their […]