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The Phoenix Suns took down the Los Angeles Lakers, 109-105 in Monday’s contest. While Kevin Durant and Devin Booker both had 30, and 33 points respectively, it wasn’t solely the scoring that caught attention. It was their defense. Following the game, Booker spoke to reporters and illustrated how team defense should be orchestrated. “Communication, I […]

The Milwaukee Bucks experiment of Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo has some concerns; including former Bucks guard Jeff Teague. He spent the 2021 season in Milwaukee with Antetokounmpo and his former teammate, Jrue Holiday. When the Bucks acquired Lillard, it was a shock on all fronts. However, both guards play drastically differently. Holiday is someone […]

The second installment of Netflix’s “Starting Five” was just announced, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The cast includes Kevin Durant, James Harden, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jaylen Brown, and Tyrese Haliburton. While Durant and Harden highlight this season, LeBron James and Jayson Tatum highlight season one. The first season debuted on October 8 and highlighted Anthony Edwards, […]

Franchise history comes in all shapes and sizes in the NBA, just ask Sacramento Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox. He scored 24 points in the Kings 111-98 win against the Portland Trail Blazers. With that, Fox became the fifth player in franchise history (circa 1948) to eclipse 10,000 points. He joins an exclusive list of […]

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler was in awe of Dwyane Wade’s statue unveiling on Sunday. After Wade reflected on his career, Butler spoke to the media after Monday’s win against the Detroit Pistons. He mentioned how there could be someone else to receive their statue. “I like it… What he’s done for the city, I […]

A historic comeback win for the Chicago Bulls left Josh Giddey with a triple-double guarantee going forward. He told K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Sports Network “It will happen” in regards to obtaining his first triple-double with the Bulls. Giddey was two assists shy of reaching the mark, after posting 12 points, 13 rebounds, and […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick didn’t appear pleased following his team’s 108-105 loss. Redick spoke to reporters postgame and acknowledged that the loss falls on him. “The other thing I would say is that we should never have a 14-point quarter,” Redick said. “So that’s on me as well. Part of that is […]

Since Russell Wilson regained the starting job for the Pittsburgh Steelers, the team has thrived, specifically wide receiver Calvin Austin III. In the Steelers’ 26-18 win over the New York Giants on Monday Night Football, Wilson continued doing what he does best; throwing the deep ball. Austin III told ESPN that wasn’t surprised at the […]

Following an airball by Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant, he tried to explain to the referee that Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis blocked his shot. “Yo, [Anthony Davis] tipped the ball. I’m not airballing like that!” Durant said. If Davis got a piece of the ball, it would’ve been his third block of the […]

Many things don’t take Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick’s attention away from basketball, except for Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker. Way before the two squared off as player and coach, they squared off as two players. Between Redick’s retirement and accepting the Lakers head coaching position, he and Booker spoke on The Old […]

The Dallas Cowboys have been the talk of the NFL for yet another loss against the San Francisco 49ers, with the latest person being Ryan Clark. He said on the NFL on ESPN a simple sentiment about the Cowboys’ second-half game plan. “You also need to talk about [the Cowboys] because they’re trash,” Clark said. […]

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell was all smiles after being asked about any potential trades, according to Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team. Campbell smiles: “Yeah. Could be.” Reporter: “Seriously? Has he (GM Brad Holmes) come to you with something?” Campbell jumps up and down: “Yeah! Could be!” There might be more than what […]

With Kawhi Leonard being out indefinitely due to a knee injury, Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac has embraced a bigger role. The Bosnia and Herzegovina native is averaging 22.7 points, 14 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game while shooting 59.2% from the field. He spoke to Law Murray of The Athletic about a relationship […]

Dak Prescott calling himself ‘a bonehead’ for his interception issues after Sunday’s loss to the San Francisco 49ers didn’t stop ESPN’s First Take host Stephen A. Smith from his criticisms of the Dallas Cowboys quarterback. On Monday’s show, Smith expressed how he’s not good when it matters. “If you are the star quarterback, we’ve seen […]

The Utah Jazz have found themselves in the thick of trade rumors once again, with the Los Angeles Lakers being interested in Walker Kessler. The third-year big man could offer a stable defensive presence at the five-spot. The Athletic’s Jovan Buha dove into some trade scenarios for the Lakers, one of those being Kessler. “I […]

Following the New York Jets crushing loss to the New England Patriots, nearly all expectations have flown out the window, especially for ESPN “Get Up” host Mike Greenberg. From predicting that they could go to the Super Bowl to a rough 2-6 start, he’s the least bit disappointed. Rather, he’s quite angry at the matter. […]

The connection between Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and wide receiver Noah Brown grew to new heights after the game-sealing Hail Mary. Daniels’ Hail Mary had Commanders fans losing it, as the Washington crowd grew deafening. Meanwhile, the duo and the rest of the team celebrated a 6-2 start. Following the game, Brown told NFL.com […]

As the Phoenix Suns and the Dallas Mavericks faced off, Kevin Durant entered his name into historic territory once again. With his 22nd point of the evening on a contested three-point jump shot, Durant eclipsed the 29,000-point mark. Once again, Durant showed why he’s revered as a great in the league. He became one of […]

The Phoenix Suns have revealed their tribute plan for former radio broadcaster Al McCoy for the home opener on Saturday. Before their game against the Dallas Mavericks, the area will hold a moment of silence for McCoy, according to AZCentral’s Duane Rankin. Wearing the “Al” patch on Phoenix’s jerseys is another way the team can […]

When Kevin Durant fired back at Stephen A. Smith for dissing his leadership style, the Phoenix Suns forward highlighted a sentiment his teammates have felt. Leading by example. Suns guard Devin Booker has spent two seasons with Durant and was amazed at how much thought, and care his teammate puts into the game. “He’s one […]

Nicknames come and go in the NBA, especially if you’re Dalton Knecht and you’re on the Los Angeles Lakers. Before Knecht officially stuck with his nickname, rapper Snoop Dogg offered his rebuttal: ‘Westside Knecht.’ While the Lakers rookie gave it some thought, he ultimately chose the one he’ll stick with. Knecht 4. While he’ll accept […]

Stephen A. Smith began his NBA Finals prediction after the Milwaukee Bucks dismantled the injury-riddled Philadelphia 76ers, thanks to Damian Lillard. The Bucks point guard posted 30 points, nine rebounds, and six assists while connecting on six three-pointers. On ESPN’s First Take, Smith said he believes Milwaukee is poised for a return to the Finals. […]

The New York Jets have not lived up to expectations and Stephen A. Smith has made it loud and clear. After Smith hit the Jets with a reality check, he went back for more. On ESPN’s First Take, he detailed the moment that New York went into a downward spiral. “On the defensive side of […]

The Dallas Cowboys and Ezekiel Elliott reunion hasn’t gone according to plan and might need to look to other options. Although Travis Etienne Jr. was the prized back for the Jacksonville Jaguars, he’s fallen off the depth chart due to the rising Tank Bigsby. Dallas has been reluctant to upgrade other facets of their offensive […]

The New York Liberty had the last laugh over the Minnesota Lynx and the Las Vegas Aces during Thursday’s celebration parade. ClutchPoints’ Russell Steinberg tweeted a photo of a gravestone with the Lynx and Aces logo on it. Not to mention, it also had Lynx guard Courtney Williams, and Aces guard Kelsey Plum on it. […]

This first game in the Intuit Dome between the Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Clippers was highlighted by Kevin Durant’s heroic game-tying shot. Following Devin Booker fouling out of the game in the fourth quarter, Durant was tasked with putting the team on his back. As he usually does, he stepped up to the challenge. […]

Ahead of the Phoenix Suns’ opening matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers, they had love from one of their own, Jamal Crawford. While the Suns could overachieve this season, Crawford said on the Pat McAfee Show that he believes they can utilize the underdog status. “I think Phoenix is the dark horse in the West,” […]

Colin Cowherd took special exception to Los Angeles Lakers father-son duo LeBron and Bronny James making history on Tuesday. The father-son duo has polarized fans in various ways. With some embracing the duo and others thinking it’s for the show, Colin Cowherd fits into the latter category. He talked on The Herd and elaborated on […]

The Phoenix Suns have many predictions before their first game of the 2024-25 NBA season on Wednesday. Between this team and last season’s squad, they’re unlike in just about every front. Their record, their chemistry, and their playoff performance. With the Suns firing Frank Vogel after only one season, there was somewhat of a disconnect […]

Barack Obama certainly knows basketball and dropped a sentiment that fans can understand on the Young Man & The Three podcast regarding the competitiveness of the NBA all-star game. “Y’all got to have a little more pride in that All-Star game,” Obama said. “It’s not as if y’all don’t play pickup during the summer. You […]

The Cleveland Browns are slowly recovering from the injury bug that’s plagued them the entire year after Adam Schefter reported that the Browns have designated Pro Bowl guard Wyatt Teller to return to practice. The news comes two days after quarterback Deshaun Watson ruptured his Achilles and will be out for the rest of the […]

The Chicago Bulls will begin their season with a question mark: Whether Josh Giddey will stay with the Bulls past this season. Giddey has one more year left on his contract and will be a restricted free agent during the 2025 offseason. ESPN insider Brian Windhorst shined a light on the talks between Giddey and […]

The San Antonio Spurs truly have a generational player in Victor Wembanyama and everyone is taking notice, even former President Barack Obama. On the Young Man & The Three podcast, Obama expressed his admiration for the French phenomenon. “It’s hard to take your eyes off when (Victor) Wembanyama is on the court,” Obama said. “I […]

The New York Knicks made a splash in the offseason, trading for Mikal Bridges. After the preseason came and went, skeptics were concerned about Bridges’s new jump shot mechanics. However, his teammate, Josh Hart, doesn’t appear phased. Ian Begley of SNY TV shared what Hart thought of the criticisms. “Josh Hart calls discussion of Mikal […]

Following the Phoenix Mercury’s subtle Diana Taurasi retirement party, she hasn’t made her official decision just yet. She spoke with the Associated Press and told them her explanation as to why. “I don’t take retirement lightly,” Taurasi said. “I know the minute I say it or announce it, whether it’s, you know, in a month […]

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James and his dad, LeBron James continued their professional relationship. After LeBron laid ground rules for Bronny ahead of the regular season, the rookie initiation began. Bronny had his “welcome to the NBA” moment with a father figure, with it being LeBron of course. Before Tuesday’s game against the Minnesota […]

Following Kendrick Perkins pushing for Kawhi Leonard’s retirement, Draymond Green came to the Los Angeles Clippers forward’s defense. On the Draymond Green Show, he and Baron Davis talked about Perkins’s thoughts and felt confused. “I was baffled when I heard him say it,” Green said. “I just think as an athlete, to know that a […]

The Los Angeles Lakers might be near the end of their rope with LeBron James and Anthony Davis. While the two stars are continuing to dominate, they haven’t had a serious postseason run since their 2020 NBA Finals-winning squad. Although they marched to the 2023 Western Conference Finals, the Lakers were swept by the eventual […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard D’Angelo Russell has been on the trade block since the end of the 2023-24 season. After a disappointing playoff performance, fans eagerly wanted him out of the City of Angels. Russell averaged 14.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game in the five-game series against the Denver Nuggets. Although the […]