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San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama made clear Saturday that he will not become emotional when Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James eventually retires. Speaking during NBA All-Star Media Day at Intuit Dome, Wembanyama was asked whether he would shed a tear when James steps away from the game. “No.” laughing He then added: “I’m […]

As NBA All-Star festivities continue at Intuit Dome, San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama acknowledged the influence Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has had on his understanding of what it means to be the face of the league. Wembanyama spoke during the NBA’s All-Star Media Day on Saturday, reflecting on James’ two-decade run at […]

As NBA All-Star festivities continue at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, Luka Doncic expressed confidence that the Los Angeles Lakers have the potential to win a championship this season. Speaking with Chris Haynes during an NBA TV broadcast on Saturday, Doncic made clear that the team’s objective remains unchanged despite injury setbacks and inconsistent availability […]

Chris Bosh believes the Miami Heat still had championship potential after LeBron James departed in 2014 and said he was motivated to win a title without his former teammate. Speaking on the latest episode of the All the Smoke podcast with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson, the Hall of Famer reflected on the immediate aftermath […]

Chris Bosh said Goran Dragic’s injury during the 2020 NBA Finals significantly impacted the Miami Heat’s series against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. Speaking on the latest episode of the All the Smoke podcast with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson, the Hall of Famer reflected on Dragic’s plantar fascia tear suffered in Game […]

Seattle Seahawks have denied the Las Vegas Raiders permission to interview assistant coach Justin Outten for their vacant run game coordinator position, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Fowler reported Friday on X, formerly known as Twitter, that Las Vegas requested to speak with Outten but Seattle declined the interview. “The Raiders requested Seahawks assistant Justin […]

The Toronto Raptors gained added roster and financial flexibility after waiving Chris Paul on Friday, a move that was followed by the veteran guard announcing his retirement from the NBA after 21 seasons. Paul, 40, had been acquired by Toronto at the trade deadline in a deal that sent Ochai Agbaji, a 2032 second-round pick […]

Boston Celtics guard Ron Harper Jr. said Jayson Tatum looked like himself during a recent G League practice assignment, fueling optimism about the All-Star forward’s potential return to the lineup. Speaking Friday on SiriusXM NBA Radio, Harper described Tatum’s participation with the Maine Celtics as encouraging as the 27-year-old continues to rehab from an Achilles […]

The Philadelphia Eagles have hired Buffalo Bills nickelback coach Mike Pellegrino as their new defensive backs coach, continuing a sweeping overhaul of the coaching staff following last month’s NFC Wild Card loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports reported the move on Friday on X, formerly known as Twitter. “The #Eagles […]

Chris Bosh said he “took offense” to LeBron James’ departure from the Miami Heat in 2014, revealing that he learned of the decision through a text message shortly before the news became public. Speaking on the latest episode of All the Smoke with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson, the Hall of Famer reflected on the […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green publicly criticized Doris Burke following Wednesday night’s 126-113 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, accusing the ESPN analyst of selectively evaluating his play. After the game, a fan on Threads alleged that Spurs star Victor Wembanyama fouled Green during a key sequence. “Doris Burke, completely ignoring the fact that […]

With NBA All-Star Weekend set to begin Friday night at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, the league’s investigation into the Los Angeles Clippers and Kawhi Leonard regarding potential salary cap circumvention tied to Aspiration is expected to conclude after the break. According to a collaborative report published Friday by The Athletic’s Joe Vardon and […]

As expansion chatter intensifies across the NBA, league officials are increasingly focused on how conference realignment could reshape the competitive landscape if two new franchises are added. Appearing Thursday on NBA Today, ESPN insider Shams Charania said expansion discussions are “top of mind” for the league’s Board of Governors, with a March meeting expected to […]

Kendrick Perkins made a bold proclamation this week, declaring San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama the new face of the NBA during the latest broadcast of NBA Today. Perkins pointed to the Spurs’ rise and Wembanyama’s impact as central reasons behind his stance. “You think about what the Spurs are doing right now, they check […]

Oklahoma City Thunder rookie guard Nikola Topic is available to make his NBA debut Thursday night against the Milwaukee Bucks, marking a significant milestone months after being diagnosed with testicular cancer. The Thunder (42-13) host the Bucks (22-30) at 7:30 p.m. ET on Prime Video, and Topic was not listed on the team’s latest injury […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves credits former NBA veteran Rajon Rondo for helping shape his professional foundation during his rookie season, describing a demanding mentorship that transformed his preparation and approach to the game. In a recent interview with SLAM Magazine, Reaves reflected on his early days with the Los Angeles Lakers during the […]

The NBA announced Thursday that San Antonio Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox will replace Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo in the 2026 NBA All-Star Game at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles. The move comes after the Bucks confirmed that Antetokounmpo will remain sidelined as he continues to recover from a right calf strain sustained on Jan. […]

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas publicly apologized to Luke Kennard after initially criticizing the Los Angeles Lakers for acquiring him at the trade deadline. Arenas had previously reacted harshly to the move, questioning the direction of the Lakers’ roster and expressing frustration over the type of player the franchise added. Following the trade, he criticized […]

The Chicago Bulls made a late push to acquire Yves Missi at the NBA trade deadline, but discussions with the New Orleans Pelicans ultimately fell short due to differing asking prices. According to ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel, Chicago held strong interest in the 21-year-old center and attempted to structure a deal on deadline day […]

Draymond Green weighed in on the recent altercation between Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabate and Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren, suggesting Diabate did not truly intend to fight during the on-court confrontation. Speaking on the latest episode of The Draymond Green Show, the Golden State Warriors veteran questioned Diabate’s actions during the sequence that led […]

Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabate issued a public apology Wednesday following his involvement in a bench-clearing altercation during Monday night’s 110-104 loss to the Detroit Pistons, a defeat that snapped Charlotte’s nine-game winning streak. Diabate shared a statement on Instagram addressing the organization and its supporters after the incident, which resulted in multiple suspensions. “To […]

Phoenix Suns owner Matt Ishbia publicly sparred with NBA analyst Bill Simmons on Wednesday after the team surpassed his preseason win projection well before the All-Star break. With Phoenix sitting at 32–22, Ishbia pointed out that the Suns have already cleared Simmons’ under-31.5 wins prediction for the 2025–26 season. In a post on X, formerly […]

As the Seattle Seahawks celebrate their second Lombardi Trophy on Wednesday with thousands gathering in downtown Seattle for the franchise’s Super Bowl parade, running back Kenneth Walker III draws repeated “MVP” chants from the crowd. The celebration follows Seattle’s 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Sunday in San Francisco. […]

The New England Patriots appear poised to reinforce their offensive line in ESPN’s latest mock draft following a 29-13 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX on Sunday in San Francisco. With the NFL Draft set for April 23-25 in Pittsburgh, ESPN analyst Field Yates projected New England to select Caleb Lomu, an […]

Draymond Green is calling on the NBA to address what he described as a growing tanking crisis, arguing the practice is damaging player development and derailing careers across the league. Speaking on the latest episode of The Draymond Green Show, the Golden State Warriors veteran forward criticized organizations that prioritize draft positioning over development, saying […]

ESPN’s latest mock draft projects the New Orleans Saints to surround quarterback Tyler Shough with another dynamic weapon as the league turns its attention to the NFL Draft, scheduled for April 23-25 in Pittsburgh following the Seattle Seahawks’ victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX in San Francisco. In a mock draft […]

Seattle Seahawks are projected to bolster their offensive line with the No. 32 overall pick in ESPN’s latest mock draft, a move that would extend a recent league-wide draft trend. With the NFL Draft scheduled for April 23-25 in Pittsburgh, attention has shifted toward roster construction following Seattle’s 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots […]

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV addressed a brief but pointed social media exchange involving Puka Nacua following Seattle’s 29-13 win over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Sunday in San Francisco. Jones, a former teammate of Nacua with the Los Angeles Rams, spoke on The Rich Eisen Show about why he […]

A potential cross-league star pairing centered around Bam Adebayo and A’ja Wilson has emerged as a scenario to monitor for Golden State, according to a recent report from ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel. In his latest piece, Siegel outlined how the Golden State Warriors’ decision to preserve long-term assets has positioned the franchise to act […]

Seattle Seahawks could command a historic price if the franchise is formally placed on the market following its 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Sunday in San Francisco, according to ESPN insider Adam Schefter. Speaking on The Adam Schefter Podcast, Schefter said the Seahawks could now be valued at […]

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel offered a measured and noncommittal response regarding the future of the team’s defensive coordinator following a 29-13 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX on Sunday in San Francisco. When asked Tuesday whether Zak Kuhr would remain as defensive coordinator, Vrabel declined to offer clarity on […]

Green Bay Packers quarterback Malik Willis is emerging as one of the more intriguing names ahead of NFL free agency, with his limited starting résumé drawing comparisons to Brock Osweiler, according to an ESPN analysis. In a piece published Tuesday, ESPN’s Ben Solak examined how teams may value Willis as he approaches free agency, noting […]

Kelsey Plum delivered another late-game dagger as Phantom BC edged Vinyl BC 76-73 on Monday night in Unrivaled play, sealing a playoff berth with a clutch finish. Plum attacked the basket in the final moments, spinning and pivoting under the rim for the go-ahead score as time expired. The decisive drive punctuated a dominant outing […]

Orlando Magic rookie guard Jase Richardson offered a muted response after being named one of the participants in this year’s AT&T Slam Dunk Contest. With the NBA announcing the full slate of dunk contest competitors for next Saturday’s event at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, Richardson reshared the Magic’s post on X, formerly known as […]

The Toronto Raptors provided key injury updates Saturday afternoon ahead of their matchup against the Indiana Pacers, as the team continues a five-game homestand. Toronto (31–22) is set to host Indiana (13–39) on Saturday at 3:00 p.m. ET. The Raptors’ latest injury report lists center Jakob Poeltl as questionable while he continues return-to-competition reconditioning, while […]

The NBA has announced the full field for the 2026 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest as All-Star Weekend approaches in Los Angeles. As the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend draws closer to next week’s festivities, which run from Friday, Feb. 13 through Sunday night at Intuit Dome, the league revealed the players set to compete in this […]

As the Atlanta Hawks look to extend their win streak to three games, their Saturday night matchup against the Charlotte Hornets comes with notable uncertainty surrounding one of their newest additions. The Hawks (26-27) host the Hornets (24-28) at 7:00 p.m. ET to close out a two-game homestand, but veteran guard Buddy Hield remains listed […]

The New Orleans Pelicans waived guard Dalen Terry on Friday, one day after acquiring him in a trade with the New York Knicks at the NBA trade deadline. HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto reported the move Friday, noting that New Orleans decided to part ways with Terry shortly after the transaction became official. “The New Orleans Pelicans […]

Former Boston Celtics stars Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce engaged in a pointed on-air debate over the franchise’s direction before the formation of the Big Three during the latest episode of KG Certified, revisiting long-standing disagreements about Boston’s success prior to their 2008 title run. The discussion began as Pierce reflected on how his role […]