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While NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is considering expansion, Oklahoma City Thunder veteran Lu Dort is advocating for the association to consider Montreal, Canada, as a potential expansion destination. Coming off a 2025 NBA Finals victory against the Indiana Pacers, the Thunder’s league MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Dort, and Canadian players made history in the NBA Finals. […]

After Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams re-created a classic Kobe Bryant photo, which received backlash from fans, Williams clapped back at the haters in a comment on his recent post on Instagram. When a fan asked Jalen how he felt about people saying he was “corny” for paying homage to Bryant in such a […]

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant clarified that he still dunks last season but would he considering doing the 2026 Dunk Contest? He prioritizes an easy layup over a flashy dunk in-game, but NBA fans still get one from time to time. And when Morant isn’t participating in a Slam Dunk Contest, he’s putting on a […]

After the champion Oklahoma City Thunder’s Summer League squad’s season came to an end in a 109-80 semifinal loss to the Charlotte Hornets, there are plenty of storylines to look forward to between now and the 2025-26 campaign. All eyes were on rookie Nikola Topic making his Thunder debut. However, there were surprises amid Oklahoma […]

The Boston Red Sox placed Marcelo Mayer on the 10-day injured list. After suffering a right wrist sprain, he is ruled out for the weekend series against the champion Los Angeles Dodgers. Red Sox manager Alex Cora will replace Mayer with Abraham Toro in the lineup. With Alex Bregman nursing a right quad strain, Cora’s […]

After Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams clapped back at the championship parade claims of being a bust, the Thunder’s Jaylin Williams and Isaiah Joe had their own parade in their droptop convertibles. From Fort Smith, Arkansas to NBA champions, the two childhood friends returned to their hometown to show off the Larry O’Brien trophy. […]

Amid Chicago Sky Angel Reese’s historic streak of consecutive double-doubles reaching 10 in a 91-68 blowout loss to the Minnesota Lynx, WNBA analyst Candace Parker doubled down on her take on Reese. For Parker, Angel’s name doesn’t belong in the top-tier level of players in the W, and she gave her a C in her […]

Amid the Chicago Bulls’ full-blown rebuild, trading Nikola Vucevic could be a tall task between now and next season’s trade deadline. After the Bulls traded Zach LaVine in a blockbuster deal with the Sacramento Kings, they subsequently traded veteran Lonzo Ball to the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for Isaac Okoro. However, trading Vucevic and his […]

A boxing challenge from Los Angeles Lakers veteran Markieff Morris and his twin brother, Marcus Morris, has been issued to Nikola Jokic’s brothers, Strahinja and Nemanja Jokic. The history between the two sets of brothers dates back to 2021, when Markieff committed a hard foul on Jokic, and a back-and-forth exchange ensued on X, formerly […]

New York Knicks All-Star Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart welcomed one of their newest teammates, Guerschon Yabusele, to the team and their podcast — Roommates Show — where Hart struggled to pronounce his guest’s full name. After his lone season with the Philadelphia 76ers, Yabusele agreed to a one-year deal with the Knicks. Then, Hart […]

After Golden State Warriors All-Star Stephen Curry cracked B/R’s top 10 all-time list, he addressed his standing in the NBA’s all-time scorers’ list. He’s one of only three active players in the top 10, including the league’s all-time leading scorer, Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James, and Houston Rockets All-Star Kevin Durant at No. 7. […]

Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein reflected on his first season with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the league’s Most Valuable Player, scoring title champion, and NBA Finals MVP. In a recent interview with Philadelphia 76ers’ Paul George, Hartenstein reflected on winning two seven-game series en route to his and the franchise’s first championship, as well as what […]

In a survey of 20 anonymous NBA executive and scouts, Brooklyn Nets’ Egor Demin, the eighth overall pick in this year’s draft, received the most votes for prospect with the biggest reach. Portland Blazers’ No. 16 overall pick, Yang Hansen, came in second, losing 7-4 in votes. Demin showcased his offensive versatility in Summer League […]

It seems like Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. is already enjoying his new surroundings following his trade from the Denver Nuggets. After spending his entire seven-year career with the Nuggets, who drafted him 14th overall in the 2018 NBA Draft, Porter Jr. looks forward to his new challenge with the Nets. In a role […]

Upon entering the final year of his contract, the NBA world speculates that the upcoming season could be Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James’ last campaign, either with the Lakers or marking the end of an unprecedented career. After James addressed the shift from the Big 3 era, a time when LeBron thrived by capturing […]

After Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein addressed ESPN’s Stephen A Smith for dissing him while he was with the New York Knicks, the veteran center reflected on his postseason journey to becoming an NBA champion. From one grueling seven-game series against the Denver Nuggets to a do-or-die Game 7 in the NBA Finals against […]

As veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers prepares for what could be his final season in the NFL, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin addressed the veteran QB’s approach in the early stages of training camp. In offseason moves characterized as “last swing” efforts, the Steelers find a silver lining in signing Rodgers. Adding another veteran to […]

After watching the rookie’s impressive 2024 campaign, Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver AJ Brown has high expectations for cornerback Cooper DeJean. DeJean’s name has moved up in the rankings as a premier cornerback. After gaining notoriety as a reliable punt returner, Cooper emerged as the Eagles’ starting cornerback in place of Avonte Maddox. Now, Brown is […]

After his first Super Bowl victory, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is focused on his second ring while moving up the ranks of top NFL QBs. Still proving himself to be on of the league’s elite quarterbacks, Hurts isn’t just satisfied with winning one championship. Perhaps it’s the biggest reason why he hasn’t put his […]

As the NBA world continues to respond to Bleacher Report’s Top 100 NBA Players of all-time list leaving Hall of Fame guard Kobe Bryant outside B/R’s top 10 rankings, as Hall of Fame guard Dwyane Wade chimed in on the conversation. After as a former Los Angeles Lakers teammate who won three consecutive championships from […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles reacted to Hall of Fame cornerback Deion Sanders visiting training camp to watch his son, Shilo Sanders. Shilo’s wholesome moment with a Buccaneers fan during a community event showed the rookie safety adapting to his new environment. Then, a visit from his dad grabbed everyone’s attention as Deion […]

After becoming an NBA champion, Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein kept his receipts for those who didn’t always believe, including ESPN analyst Stephen A Smith. Smith has been ridiculed for his hometown takes on the New York Knicks, which led to a stray when he questioned the starting center’s promotion in New York. It […]

As the NBA world reacts to Portland Blazers guard Damian Lillard’s surprising reunion with the team that drafted him in 2012, one of his newest teammates, Scoot Henderson, is reportedly looking forward to Lillard’s arrival. With the nine-time All-Star ruled out for most of next season due to a ruptured Achilles, Henderson will have an […]

After watching the Los Angeles Lakers sign veteran guard Marcus Smart to a two-year, $11 million deal, NBA analyst Zach Lowe wonders if they gave up too soon on Jordan Goodwin. Goodwin was waived to make room for Smart as the Lakers hope the veteran defensive specialist can bolster their identity ahead of a critical […]

Amid reports of the Sacramento Kings signing Russell Westbrook after acquring Dennis Schroder, they added veteran shooter Doug McDermott to their roster. The Kings and McDermott agreed to a one-year, $3.6 million deal as he returns to Sacramento after coming off of his one-year deal in 2024-25. He’ll be entering his 12th NBA season after […]

After the Sacramento Kings landed veteran point guard Dennis Schroder in a sign-and-trade deal, do they still have eyes for free agent guard Russell Westbrook? In light of Kings new GM Scott Perry’s ‘affinity’ for Westbrook, many assume Sacramento will eventually sign Russ to a veteran’s minimum within the near future as NBA free agency […]

Amid Golden State Warriors free agent Jonathan Kuminga’s reportedly steep asking price, his potential new deal to stay with the Warriors could drag out to August, according to a new report. While most NBA teams are making their final moves of the offseason, Kuminga and the Warriors can’t come to terms on a new deal […]

Amid Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James’ potential retirement rumors after 2025-26, James reflected on the NBA’s proverbial switch from the Big 3 era to what we see today. Instead of clammoring to create the next star-studded Big 3 of All-Stars to guide its team to a championship, NBA franchises prioritize depth over the top-heavy […]

Five years removed from Kobe Bryant’s death, and his former Los Angeles Lakers teammate, Shaquille O’Neal, still keeps in touch with Bryant’s mom. O’Neal berated Bleacher Report for ranking Kobe No. 11 in its top 100 players of all time. Then, he opened up about his newfound relationship with Black Mamba’s mom, who he often […]

Golden State Warriors guard Moses Moody underwent surgery to repair a torn UCL in his right thumb. After an underwhelming postseason, Moody revealed he suffered the injury in March and played through it in an attempt to help his team reach the playoffs. Moody led the second unit in Game 5’s comeback that came up […]

After the Los Angeles Lakers waived guard Shake Milton to make space for Marcus Smart, they parted ways with another guard in the wake of the signing. Smart agreed to a two-year deal worth $11 million after reaching a buyout with the Washington Wizards. The Lakers waived Milton and Jordan Goodwin to make room for […]

Despite missing the second half of the 2024-25 campaign, and an opportunity to face Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert, San Antonio Spurs All-Star Victor Wembanyama’s future remains bright. Many predict Wembanyama’s trajectory to surpass Gobert’s impressive achievement as a four-time Defensive Player of the Year recipient. Wembanyama was ruled out for the season due to […]

Golden State Warriors veteran Jimmy Butler gave Phoenix Suns All-Star Devin Booker quite the compliment when asked who would win in a 1-on-1 battle. Ahead of Butler and Stephen Curry’s first Warriors training camp together, a YouTuber asked Jimmy who would win in a 1-on-1 matchup up to 11 against Booker. Butler responded with not […]

After the Washington Wizards reached a buyout agreement with Marcus Smart, who is expected to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, they reached a new buyout agreement with Blake Wesley. Wesley, who was traded to the Wizards from the San Antonio Spurs as part of a deal centered around Kelly Olynyk, reached a buyout deal […]

Chicago Bulls prospect Yuki Kawamura’s performances stood out amid Summer League play in Las Vegas and it was enough to earn himself a two-way contract ahead of the 2025-26 campaign. After averaging 12.7 points, 3.0 rebounds, 8.4 assists, and 1.3 steals in 22 games on a two-way contract with the Memphis Grizzlies, he joined the […]

Hall of Fame forward Tracy McGrady surprised many with a strong take on why former Denver Nuggets All-Star Carmelo Anthony should have won Rookie of the Year over LeBron James. Anthony landed a new gig for 2025-26 but is still the host of 7PM in Brooklyn, where McGrady was a guest, and reflected on 2003’s […]

After Bleacher Report’s Top 10 ruffled feathers, former President of the United States Barack Obama has entered the discussion with his all-time starting 5. Hall of Fame center Shaquille O’Neal revealed his own Top 10 list. One month before B/R’s list triggered O’Neal to respond on social media, he ranked Kobe Bryant, who was left […]

In a new video on social media, Dallas Mavericks veteran Klay Thompson reminded everyone why he’s still one of the game’s most lethal three-point shooters. He’s fifth on the NBA’s all-time list for three-pointers made. There’s a reason why LSU women’s basketball guard Flau’jae Johnson wants to train with Thompson this summer. His shooting inspired […]

Naji Marshall and the Dallas Mavericks are anticipating an exciting 2025-26 campaign, but he would like to change one thing: his nickname, ‘The Knife.’ After Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg’s impressive Summer League play, there is added excitement for the upcoming season. However, before it begins, Marshall lets it be known that he’s ready to take […]