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A lot of NBA players follow a strict diet regiment to optimize their performance on the court. Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid is no different, but he had one guilty pleasure, and her name is Shirley Temple. Now, though, the Sixers’ Cameroonian star is cutting ties with his old flame. Last season, several reports surfaced […]

Earlier this week, several reports surfaced indicating that the NBA is interested in lowering their age limit to 18, which is a step towards ending the “one-and-done” era. However, according to a report fro ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the NBA and National Basketball Players Association are struggling to reach an agreement. Via ESPN: Commissioner Adam Silver […]

Today’s NBA fan is always looking for more ways to get closer to the game they love. There are already several ways to get information about the team you love, including stat trackers, highlight videos, and live apps. Now, however, thanks to an innovative partnership with sports technology company Second Spectrum, L.A. Clippers fans will […]

Houston Rockets guard Brandon Knight suffered a torn ACL in July 2017. Since then, the Miami native has undergone three “cleanup” procedures — the most recent one (Sept. 20) stemming from an infection. As of now, there is still no timetable for his return. Rockets general manager Daryl Morey provided an official update on Knight’s […]

Long-time Portland Trail Blazers owner Paul Allen passed away on Monday due to complications from non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. To honor his life and legacy, the Blazers set up a make-shift memorial outside of The Moda Center on Thursday afternoon. Rip City taking on a different meaning as the installation outside the Moda Center has been turned […]

According to a report that was issued by Michael Scotto of The Athletic on Thursday afternoon, recently-waived forward Troy Williams is planning to sign a two-way deal with the Sacramento Kings. Forward Troy Williams is planning to sign a two-way deal with the Sacramento Kings, league sources told The Athletic. Williams was waived by the […]

The Utah Jazz are one of several NBA teams that have not won a championship, but second-year shooting guard Donovan Mitchell is ready to change that narrative. In fact, he says that’s the team’s goal going forward. In a recent interview with Yahoo Sports, Mitchell made it clear that bringing a title to Salt Lake […]

The Bulls will kick off their 2018-19 regular season campaign with a match-up against the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday night. However, it sounds like Chicago will be without the services of point guard Kris Dunn. According to an official statement from Bulls head coach Fred Hoiberg, Dunn has been excused from Thursday’s game for a […]

Thanks in large part to the efforts from Anthony Davis and Nikola Mirotic, the New Orleans Pelicans kicked off their 2018-19 regular season campaign with an impressive 131-112 win over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night. Several Pelicans played well in Wednesday’s victory, but Davis and Mirotic were on another level. In fact, Davis and […]

The Chicago Bulls have struggled to find a rhythm over the past few seasons. In fact, the Bulls finished the 2017-18 regular-season campaign with a 27-55 overall record, which was good for a 13th-place finish in the Eastern Conference. Not great, obviously. Now, though, rookie Wendell Carter Jr. says he’s ready to change the narrative […]

Though Nike had a chance to match any offer made, Golden State Warriors All-Star DeMarcus Cousins is now the face of Puma, according to a report from ESPN’s Nick DePaula. In his report, DePaula notes that Nike declined to exercise their option to match Puma’s offer. As a result, Cousins’ multi-year shoe deal is now […]

Over the past few weeks, the Miami Heat have been involved in trade discussions with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Heat had interest in Timberwolves swingman Jimmy Butler, but talk between the two teams has since died down. In lieu of this failed pursuit, Heat president Pat Riley has told his players that he will stick […]

The Phoenix Suns will kick off the 2018-19 regular season with a match-up against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night. However, it sounds like the Suns will be without the services of shooting guard Jamal Crawford. Gina Mizell of The Athletic reported Crawford’s updated status after Wednesday’s shootaround. #Suns coach Igor Kokoskov says Jamal Crawford […]

Orlando Magic center Mo Bamba is the latest NBA player to sign a shoe deal. According to a report from ESPN’s Nick DePaula, the former Texas Longhorn standout has reached a multi-year endorsement deal with Under Armour. Orlando Magic 1st round pick Mo Bamba has signed a multi-year shoe deal with Under Armour. He’ll look […]

San Antonio Spurs big man Pau Gasol made a big announcement on Tuesday morning. In a message sent to his followers on social media, the Spanish-born All-Star announced that he and his longtime girlfriend, Catherine McDonnell, are now engaged. Though a date of union has not been set, the Spurs big man is brimming with […]

New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis has established himself as one of the best players in the NBA. A strong presence in the paint, excellent ball skills, and a smooth stroke — Davis has it all. However, what hoops fans might not know is that he currently owns the highest season opener scoring average among […]

The Houston Rockets have joined the ranks of most other teams around the NBA landscape that have signed jersey sponsorship deals. According to the team, ROKiT Phones will serve as the team’s first-ever jersey sponsor. Like all other teams who have signed a sponsorship deal, the Rockets will wear the ROKiT patch on the upper-left […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma has reached an endorsement deal with GOAT, according to a report from Shams Charania of The Athletic. GOAT, which is the largest authentic sneaker reselling platform in the world, announced that Kuzma will serve as the company’s first brand ambassador on and off the court. Lakers‘ Kyle Kuzma has […]

Dallas Mavs guard Luka Doncic has already established himself as a great basketball player in Europe. Now, though, the 19-year-old Slovenian will be looking to make waves in the NBA, and his former teammate at Real Madrid, Sergio Llull, thinks the league is in trouble. Via Euro Hoops: “It will go well. He’s a very […]

The Brooklyn Nets are scheduled to open their regular season campaign with a match-up against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. However, it sounds like the Nets will be without the services of several key players, including Allen Crabbe. New York Post reporter Brian Lewis shared the news on Tuesday morning. Allen Crabbe out vs […]

Most teams around the NBA have already secured patch deals with various sponsors, but the Chicago Bulls were still without a partner — until Tuesday. According to a report from Joe Cowley, the Bulls have reached an agreement with Zenni Optical. Via the Chicago Sun-Times: The Bulls and Zenni Optical announced on Tuesday a five-year […]

Though the first days of the regular season are upon them, the Phoenix Suns are still without a starting-caliber point guard. It’s certainly an issue, but head coach Igor Kokoskov is confident his team can fill the position by committee. Via Adonis Dees of Arizona Sports: “We don’t have one guy that we designate as […]

Boston Celtics forward Gordon Hayward suffered a gruesome ankle injury on opening night of the 2017-18 season. He was forced to watch from the sidelines for months. However, after a lengthy rehabilitation, the former Butler Bulldog is ready to take the floor. To highlight Hayward’s drive towards recovery, the designers at League of Legends developed […]

Boston Celtics forward Gordon Hayward suffered a nasty ankle injury on opening night last season. As a result, he was ruled out for the remainder of that campaign. Now, after months of rehab, the former Butler Bulldog is well enough to play, but it sounds like his minutes will be limited at first. Following Monday’s […]

The Indiana Pacers finished the 2017-18 regular season with a 48-34 overall record, which was good for a 5th seed in the Eastern Conference Playoffs. Though they fought hard, the Pacers were ultimately defeated by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round, 4-3. This season however, Pacers head coach Nate McMillan has a new strategy […]

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid is one of the most dominant big men in today’s NBA. Simply put, he’s a force to be reckoned with on the low block. However, the Cameroonian national has also been in the gym practicing a few trick shots at range with Sixers co-owner Michael Rubin. With Rubin filming, Embiid […]

Boston Celtics point guard Terry Rozier had the opportunity to sign an extension worth roughly $12 million per year. However, A. Sherrod Blakely of NBC Sports Boston reported Sunday that the 24-year-old rejected the offer, leaving his options open as a restricted free agent after this season. According to Blakely’s report, Rozier’s decision to decline […]

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Russell Westbrook underwent minor surgery on his right knee last month after experiencing a bit of stiffness. And though he’s not been cleared for full contact just yet, Chicago Bulls legend Scottie Pippen believes Westbrook will return as an even better player. Pippen joined Rachel Nichols on Friday’s episode of The […]

Earlier this week, images of the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2018-19 ‘City Edition’ uniforms began making rounds on social media. Last year’s variant was black with gold numerals. This season, the kits will be predominantly purple, accented by black numbers and pinstripes. The Lakers’ new kits are more than just an eye-catcher, though. The design incorporates […]

Mavs big man Dirk Nowitzki has been dealing with a sore left ankle for the past few weeks. The Big German has already been ruled out of Dallas’ regular season opener, but now it sounds like he might be out of commission for a few more games. Dirk Nowitzki is weeks away from playing, Rick […]

Boxers or briefs? How about neither one? That’s exactly how NBA legend Charles Barkley feels about wearing underpants. In fact, “Sir Charles,” as he’s come to be known, recently noted that he hasn’t worn underwear in a decade. Barkley, now 55 years of age, joined Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show earlier this week. After […]

Earlier this month, Boston Celtics All-Star Kyrie Irving stood before the hometown fans inside TD Garden and announced that he would like to re-sign with the team after this season. The announcement came as a surprise to many, including Celtics President of Basketball Operations Danny Ainge. “If you guys will have me back, I plan […]

Miami Heat big man Hassan Whiteside was turned back by several NBA teams coming out of Marshall University. With a lot of persistence, though, the North Carolina native managed to prove his worth. Those early days weren’t without frustration, however. In fact, in a recent interview with Tom Haberstroh of Bleacher Report, Whiteside revealed that […]

The Golden State Warriors squared off against the Los Angeles Lakers inside the T-Mobile Center in Las Vegas on Wednesday night in what turned out to be the highest-rated preseason game in NBA history. According to a report from Ben Cafardo, who serves as ESPN’s Communications Director, Wednesday night’s game delivered a 1.6 metered market […]

LeBron James decided to take his talents to Hollywood in the offseason, joining the Los Angeles Lakers after four straight trips to the Finals with the Cleveland Cavaliers. The King signed a four-year, $153.3 million contract with the Lakers, but according to his agent and long-time friend, Rich Paul, his decision wasn’t based on money […]

The Golden State Warriors have made four consecutive trips to the Finals, winning three. Other teams know they’ll likely have to go through the Dubs if they have plans of making it to the NBA’s grandest stage. And in fact, Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma said as much during his post-game media availability on […]

Following Wednesday night’s 123-113 exhibition win over the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma shed some light on what it’s like playing alongside LeBron James and Lonzo Ball — two of his teammates who seem to be developing a nice chemistry on the court. James and Ball put on quite a show […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James spoke with members of the media following Wednesday night’s 123-113 exhibition victory over the Golden State Warriors. Amid his media availability, James noted that he doesn’t care if his team turns the ball over 1,000 times, so long as everyone finishes the preseason healthy. “I don’t care if we […]

Former NBA coach Tex Winter, a pioneer of the triangle offense that led the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers to multiple NBA championships, passed away on Wednesday in Manhattan, Kansas at the age of 96. One of his long-time pupils, Kobe Bryant, decided to send out a heartfelt dedication to Winter on Instagram. “My […]