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Los Angeles Lakers swingman Corey Brewer was held out of Thursday night’s 93-81 win over the short-handed San Antonio Spurs due to a coaches decision from head coach Luke Walton. As a result, the former Florida Gators stand-out saw his NBA-best streak of 317 consecutive games played come to an end. .@TheCoreyBrewer held the #NBA's […]

Kyrie Irving and the Boston Celtics have made their way to London, England for a match-up against the Philadelphia 76ers inside the 02 Center. During Thursday morning’s media availability, Irving was asked a question he’s become increasingly familiar with. As most hoops fans know, the former No. 1 overall pick of the Draft has been […]

After knocking down all seven of his free-throws in Tuesday night’s 114-99 win over the Orlando Magic, Dallas Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki has tied Los Angeles Lakers legend Jerry West for the sixth spot on the NBA’s all-time made free-throws list. Nowitzki, now 39 years of age, finished Tuesday’s game with a season-high 20 points […]

According to a report from Tony Jones of The Salt Lake Tribune, the Utah Jazz are interested in offering Derrick Favors to the Chicago Bulls for Nikola Mirotic. No deal has been made yet, but it sounds like the two sides are exploring their options. There could be a few hang-ups, though. It sounds like […]

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook seemed a bit frustrated after Tuesday night’s 117-106 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. In fact, the six-time All Star left — without speaking to members of the media. Russell Westbrook left the arena tonight before the locker room opened without speaking with the media. — Royce Young […]

After sitting out of Saturday’s 110-103 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks due to hip and back complications, Washington Wizards forward Otto Porter has been cleared to play in Wednesday night’s match-up against the Utah Jazz. According to a report from Candace Buckner of the Washington Post, Porter was a full participant in Tuesday morning’s practice […]

Boston Celtics big man Al Horford has been dealing with a sore left knee, but it sounds like the All-Star forward will be well enough to play in Thursday’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers in London, England. Horford, now 31 years of age, participated fully in Tuesday’s practice with his coaches and teammates at a […]

Prior to their Monday night match-up at the Target Center, Cleveland Cavaliers superstar LeBron James was asked to explain why he failed to mention Minnesota Timberwolves big man Karl-Anthony Towns when talking about the talented young players in today’s NBA. James, now in his 15th season, says he meant no disrespect. He just feels that […]

According to a report from ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the Los Angeles Lakers are among the NBA’s front-running teams in the hunt for Jamil Wilson. Wilson, now 27 years of age, was recently waived by the L.A. Clippers. Wojnarowski reports that the Lakers might consider signing the Wisconsin native to a ten-day deal. Assuming he clears […]

The San Antonio Spurs fell to the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday, 111-110, but 40-year-old Manu Giniobili broke several records in the process. In his 27 minutes of playing time off the bench against the Trail Blazers, Ginobili, a four-time champion, racked up a season-high 26 points on 9-16 shooting from the field (6-9 from […]

During his post-game interview on Sunday night, San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich was interrupted by Portland Trail Blazers coach Terry Stotts. Their exchange, albeit brief, will leave a smile on your face. “I thought it was a good game,” coach Popovich began to say after Sunday’s 111-110 loss to the Trail Blazers. “I […]

According to a report from Shams Charania of Yahoo Sports, the Los Angeles Lakers have decided to release Australian-born center Andrew Bogut. Sources: The Los Angeles Lakers are releasing center Andrew Bogut. With Lakers at 11-27, this allows sides to part ways and Bogut to pivot toward signing with a playoff team. — Shams Charania […]

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo was recently asked who he would pick first if he’s voted into captaincy for this season’s NBA All-Star Game. “Have you given it much thought?,” a reporter asked Antetokounmpo. “Who you would take first overall if you had the chance…” Giannis stayed loyal to his teammates in his reply. However, […]

Houston Rockets guard James Harden suffered a strained left hamstring late in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s 148-142 double-overtime win over the Los Angeles Lakers. As a result, the five-time All Star was unable to return to action. Harden’s injury came on a driving attempt to the hoop with 54 seconds remaining in regulation. After […]

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Jeff Teague went down with a knee injury in the fourth quarter of Wednesday night’s game against the Denver Nuggets. Teague, now 29 years of age, underwent an MRI screening on Thursday. The results showed a sprained left knee, but no structural damage. However, the former Wake Forest Demon Deacon has […]

The Houston Rockets will face off against the Boston Celtics inside TD Garden on Thursday night, but it sounds like they’ll be doing so without the services of nine-time All Star Chris Paul. According to a report from Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle, Paul will be held out of Thursday’s game in Beantown due […]

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Kyle Kuzma is quickly making a name for himself in the NBA. In his 31 games played this season, the Michigan native has turned in averages of 18.1 points on 49.9 percent shooting from the field (41.6 percent from beyond the arc), 6.8 rebounds, and 1.7 assists. Truly impressive stats for […]

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Kyle Kuzma is quickly making waves in the NBA. At just 22 years of age, the Flint, Michigan native has already placed his name alongside the great Jerry West in one impressive category. Though the Lakers were defeated by the Golden State Warriors on Friday night, 113-106, Kuzma racked up 27 […]

ESPN’s Marc Spears gave Memphis Grizzlies fans a first look at their new Nike MLK50 City Edition Nike uniforms on Friday afternoon. In honor of the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination, the Grizzlies will wear the new uniforms on January 15th against the Los Angeles Lakers in a nationally-televised game on […]

Philadelphia 76ers rookie Ben Simmons has played exceptionally well through the early stages of this season. Through 30 games, the Melbourne, Australia native has turned in averages of 17.3 points on 51.5 percent shooting from the field, 9.0 rebounds, and 7.8 assists. In those 30 games, Simmons amassed a whopping 520 points, 269 rebounds, and […]

In honor of his jerseys being retired, the fine designers at Spalding crafted two unique basketballs for Los Angeles Lakers great Kobe Bryant. Kenyatta Bynoe, vice president of global marketing and partnerships at Spalding, tells Don Povia of The Outside Game that the balls, which were presented to Bryant following Monday night’s moving ceremony inside […]

Philadelphia 76ers big man Joel Embiid has been dealing with a sore back, and it sounds like he could be sidelined for two more games, according to a report from ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The Sixers, losers in seven of their last eight games, will likely rest Embiid for the remainder of this week. He’s been […]

The Chicago Bulls struggled through the early stages of this season, it’s true. However, they’ve managed to rebound in a big way, and head coach Fred Hoiberg says Nikola Mirotic has played a key role in that process. After Monday night’s 117-115 win over the Philadelphia 76ers, coach Hoiberg had high praise for the effort […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant recently sat down with Shams Charania of Yahoo! Sports for a wide-ranging discussion. During the one-on-one interview, Bryant, who will see his jersey hoisted to the rafters inside the Staples Center on Monday night, was asked to look back on his 20-year career in the NBA. As most hoops […]

On Wednesday night, the Boston Celtics will serve as hosts to the Dallas Mavericks, but it sounds like they’ll be doing so without the services of forward Marcus Morris. According to a report from Bill Doyle of the Worcester Telegram & Gazette, the Celtics have elected to hold Morris out of Wednesday night’s game due […]

If you’re a fan of any professional sport, there is a good chance that you’ve tried, in some way or another, to reach out to your favorite athlete on a personal level. There are many ways in which fans try to communicate with their favored sportsperson, including hand-written letters, tweets, and arena signs (to name […]

Early on Saturday morning, ESPN’s Adrian Woknarowski dropped one of his famous “bombs,” reporting that the New York Knicks had agreed to a deal that sends All-Star Carmelo Anthony to the Oklahoma City Thunder. In return for “Melo,” as he has came to be known, the Knicks are to receive center Enes Kanter, small forward […]

After an unprecedented nine days of rest, the NBA’s defending champion Cleveland Cavaliers made their way to Boston Wednesday for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Celtics, resulting in a 117-104 runaway victory for the road-bound Cavs. The champs jumped out to an early lead in last night’s game and never looked […]