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A new saga between the Phoenix Suns and Kevin Durant is developing, according to Brian Windhorst. And it’s not one that Suns fans will like to hear. For starters, the Suns were still receiving aggressive Durant trade calls on Thursday. He made it clear that he didn’t want to be traded and that he wanted […]

After the Luka Doncic trade, it has been difficult for Mavericks fans, and first-year Dallas guard Klay Thompson understands that completely. As the face of the franchise was traded for Anthony Davis, fans were irate. They weren’t upset at acquiring Davis, but that they lost Doncic. He helped them reach the 2024 NBA Finals and […]

The WNBA free agency has had its moments, as the Satou Sabally sweepstakes were on between the Phoenix Mercury and the New York Liberty. Although the latter team had her sister, Nyara, on the team, the older sister eventually chose Phoenix. After Sabally planned a shocking Dallas Wings departure, the franchise “cored” her, giving Sabally […]

Even with trade speculation in the last 24-48 hours, Phoenix Suns All-Star Kevin Durant still has jokes for Kendrick Perkins. While the latter took to ESPN and shared his thoughts about who was the real leader during Durant’s early years, he didn’t appreciate those comments. Durant quickly responded on X (formerly Twitter) by saying “I […]

As the first projected running back taken off the board, former Boise State football running back Ashton Jeanty gained the country’s attention for positive reasons. He led the nation in rushing attempts and yards with the Broncos. Because of his efforts, they went to the Fiesta Bowl and the College Football Playoff. Furthermore, Jeanty was […]

The Jusuf Nurkic era with the Phoenix Suns is officially over, as they’ve traded him and a 2026 1st round pick to the Charlotte Hornets for a package involving Cody Martin, according to ESPN insider, Shams Charania. After months of Nurkic being involved in trade rumors, the Suns have finally sent him to a new […]

The Dallas Mavericks have had criticism about the Luka Doncic trade coming from all sides. This time, the Merriam-Webster Dictionary had quite the comparison. They have a “word of the day” that they post to their social media accounts. With the NBA trade deadline being as hectic as it has been, Thursday’s “word of the […]

It might be safe to say that Stephen A Smith isn’t a fan of the Miami Heat acquiring Andrew Wiggins. After the Heat traded Jimmy Butler in a 3-team trade, Wiggins was one of the names included. He’s moving from the Golden State Warriors, down to South Beach. Either way, Smith isn’t happy and explains […]

When the Golden State Warriors made their trade splash on Wednesday, some thought it would’ve been Jonathan Kuminga and Kevin Durant. The latter deal makes sense, considering that his name was thrown around. However, once the Durant discussions were dead, the Warriors turned their attention to Jimmy Butler. Even though they traded for Butler, it […]

The Golden State Warriors have some question marks surrounding Jonathan Kuminga after Jimmy Butler recently joined the team. On Wednesday, the Warriors traded for Butler in a 3-team deal. However, that deal came with some details that weren’t revealed until the trade. Butler signed a 2-year extension with Golden State but also declined his player […]

The Bradley Beal and Jimmy Butler saga is over for the Phoenix Suns. After months of rumors about the Suns wanting to trade for Butler, it’s now a done deal. However, Phoenix didn’t end up with the player they ideally wanted. It was quite the opposite. On Wednesday, Butler was traded to the Warriors, which […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are ‘gaining traction‘ on a trade surrounding Brandon Ingram, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer on X. They’ve been engaged in talks involving the Atlanta Hawks and the Toronto Raptors. Funny enough, on Tuesday, Jeff Teague mentioned that the Hawks should trade for Brandon Ingram. Now, with Thursday’s deadline approaching, it […]

In his first year with the Green Bay Packers, running back Josh Jacobs proved that he was worthy of being the RB1. After the Packers signed Jacobs, he ran for 1,329 yards, and 15 touchdowns. However, after a Wild Card exit, he talked about what the team needs moving into next season. “I would say, […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green understands the trade buzz surrounding him. Although he’s been with the franchise for 12 years, anything can happen. After all, the Warriors are 100% discussing a Green trade as of writing this. Still, the forward understands the ramifications of this time of year and explained more on his show. […]

When Tom Brady went to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, it was a total change for Bill Belichick and Devin McCourty. However, once Brady won a Super Bowl with the Buccaneers, the conversations of Brady vs. Belichick began. In episode 3 of “Brady vs. Belichick: The Verdict” on Vice TV, McCourty explained how he feels the […]

When the Utah Jazz made a deal with the Phoenix Suns for 3 1st round picks, NBA insider Brian Windhorst knew it wasn’t the end. After a deal involving the Sacramento Kings fell flat, Collins is a valuable name. He’s averaging 18.1 points and 8.3 rebounds, which is closer to where he was at his […]

The New Orleans Pelicans might make a move at the NBA trade deadline, according to NBA insider Bobby Marks. Even though the Pelicans might trade Brandon Ingram due to his contract, there is more to the story. Marks explained on The Hoop Collective Podcast about why he believes New Orleans should make a deal. “If […]

The Portland Trail Blazers and Scoot Henderson are on a roll right now. The team has 5 consecutive wins and has defeated some noteworthy teams. However, it’s not as much of a surprise for Henderson, as he gave a ‘dog’ truth bomb about his breakout season. Either way, the game of basketball isn’t predicated upon […]

Upsets can happen at any moment in college basketball and UCLA basketball, and head coach Mick Cronin had a taste of that. They defeated Michigan State, coached by Tom Izzo, 63-61 on the Bruins home court on Tuesday. Following the win, Izzo briefly told reporters that Cronin’s coaching style is working. “You better hope he […]

With the NBA trade deadline approaching, the Atlanta Hawks aren’t in a position to make a move. However, former Hawks guard Jeff Teague had different thoughts on the Club 520 Podcast. He feels that the Hawks could help pair Trae Young with another legitimate scorer via the New Orleans Pelicans. “I would like B.I. (Brandon […]

The trade rumors surrounding Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns continue to intensify on Tuesday. According to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer, the current All-Star has been downgraded to doubtful against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday. After playing an overtime game on Monday against the Portland Trail Blazers, the move comes as a shock. […]

An emotional farewell to the Phoenix Mercury consumed Brittney Griner on Tuesday. After Griner shockingly signed with the Atlanta Dream, it left the X-factor stunned. For 11 seasons, she dominated the interior and showed the WNBA how much of a generational player she was. With a WNBA championship in 2014, as well as numerous franchise […]

Mercury general manager Nick U’Ren has had his hands full this offseason. With a Diana Taurasi retirement possible to happen, he’s made a barrage of other moves. Surrounding Kahleah Copper, the Mercury have traded for Alyssa Thomas, as well as Satou Sabally. During Tuesday’s media availability for Sabally, reporters had a chance to speak to […]

Stephen Curry and Steve Kerr are synchronous with the Golden State Warriors. The two have won countless championships and have become a known duo throughout basketball. From the ups and downs, the highest of highs and the lowest of lows, they’ve experienced everything together. Funny enough, Kerr explained how he loves yelling at Curry, as […]

Despite the uncertainty with being traded, Luka Doncic is ready to join the Los Angeles Lakers, as well as LeBron James. After the Lakers traded for Doncic on Saturday, it sparked a frenzy across the NBA. Although questions were thrown at the Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles took full advantage. After the emotions have settled, Doncic […]

In the NBA, no one knows what can happen. After the Golden State Warriors and Klay Thompson went their separate ways, Stephen Curry expressed his love and respect for his former teammate. However, the NBA is still a business. Despite all of the emotions, and with the trade deadline, anything can happen. With the craziness […]

The LeBron James and Luka Doncic era is underway for the Los Angeles Lakers. After Doncic was traded to the Lakers, it gave James a lethal perimeter star. Not to mention, an All-NBA player and MVP candidate as well. However, there’s one element that hasn’t been dissected yet. This could be the true ‘passing of […]

Loyalty to the Phoenix Suns franchise is engrained into Devin Booker’s DNA. Through his 9 seasons with the team, he accomplished a significant feat on Monday. In the overtime loss to the Portland Trail Blazers, Booker broke the Suns’ all-time scoring record, surpassing Walter Davis. However, less than 48 hours before, one of the biggest […]

When Draymond Green suffered a calf injury, the Golden State Warriors were hoping it wasn’t anything major. After missing 7 games with that injury, he returned against the Orlando Magic. The Warriors needed every minute of Green on the court. Although the statistics don’t scream an amazing performance, he had a +9 in the box […]

When Satou Sabally was traded to the Phoenix Mercury, it made the X-factor hyped. Most importantly, it made the organization hyped that they were able to land a franchise player like Sabally. The former Dallas Wings forward is an up-and-coming star. After winning the 2023 Most Improved Player, she continued that trajectory. Unfortunately, her season […]

Devin Booker has officially made Phoenix Suns history on Monday against the Portland Trail Blazers. He secured his 23rd point, officially making him the Suns’ all-time leading scorer. That point surpasses Walter Davis’s mark of 15,666, which has been the record since he established it. Now, the current franchise shooting guard has broken the record. […]

Florida State basketball Leonard Hamilton announced he will be retiring at the end of the 2024-25 season, according to the Tallahassee Democrat on Monday. The 37-year head coach hade made numerous stops in his coaching career. However, he made a lasting impression with the Seminoles. He compiled a 456-290 record in his 23 seasons in […]

Like many on the Dallas Mavericks, current announcer Devin Harris was among those shocked to find out that Luka Doncic was traded. When the news broke, no one thought it was real. Interestingly enough, NBA players across the league lost it over the Mavericks trading Doncic. While Harris didn’t lose it, he was in shock, […]

Kevin Durant is the latest superstar involved in trade discussions. The Phoenix Suns’ lone All-Star has been targeted by some teams before Thursday’s trade deadline. Most notably, the Warriors are rumored to try and trade for Kevin Durant before the deadline, according to ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel. However, if a deal were to be […]

Confusion is throughout the NBA about the Dallas Mavericks trading away Luka Doncic. Now, former Mavericks forward Chandler Parsons, and former Mavericks owner Mark Cuban were equally stunned. On the Run It Back Show on FanDuel TV, Parsons explained the text exchange between him and Cuban “I texted [Mark Cuban] and I said, ‘I’m so […]

With all of the NBA Trade Deadline news transpiring, Charles Barkley wants to see LeBron James go to the Golden State Warriors or the San Antonio Spurs. After the Los Angeles Lakers traded for Luka Doncic on Saturday, questions arose. Whose team will it be? Can James and Doncic coexist? If that’s not the case, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers trading Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic leaves a defensive void in the roster. However, Bill Simmons sees the Lakers and the Atlanta Hawks making a deal surrounding starting center, Onyeka Okongwu. He explained more on his podcast about what would need to happen. “Would the Hawks want to trade (Onyeka) Okongwu […]

Once again, Stephen A Smith is making his voice heard. After Luka Doncic was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, Smith, like many, wondered how it would influence LeBron James. However, his answer was quite simple, and an unexpected one too. He explained on ESPN’s First Take about how Doncic’s impact will influence the Lakers. […]

Stephen A Smith is no stranger to bold takes, and that’s the case for the Dallas Mavericks and the Oklahoma City Thunder. After the Mavericks traded Luka Doncic for Anthony Davis, the First Take host stood on business. He explained how he feels that Dallas can propel themselves to the No. 1 seed. “I got […]