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The New York Knicks have suffered another setback as center Ariel Hukporti sustained a torn meniscus in his left knee during his first start in the team’s 110-105 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Hukporti is expected to miss four to six weeks, further depleting an already shorthanded […]

The Los Angeles Lakers (35-21) will host the Minnesota Timberwolves (32-27) on Thursday night as part of their six-game homestand. With a 10:30 p.m. ET tip-off at Crypto.com Arena, both teams have key players listed on the latest injury report, including LeBron James and Anthony Edwards. James is listed as probable due to left foot […]

The Philadelphia 76ers were reportedly caught off guard when ESPN’s Lisa Salters revealed midgame that Joel Embiid had informed her he would likely require surgery in the offseason. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the team was not expecting this public disclosure from their star center. Embiid’s availability has been severely limited this […]

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George announced on Wednesday’s episode of Podcast P that he will be taking a break from releasing new episodes for the remainder of the season. The 34-year-old veteran cited his focus on helping the team make a postseason push as the primary reason for the decision. “I know my goal when […]

ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported that the Phoenix Suns will trade Kevin Durant this summer. During Wednesday’s broadcast of NBA Today, Windhorst made a bold claim about the star forward’s future in Phoenix. “They’re gonna trade [KD] him, and he knows that,” Windhorst said. He elaborated further, emphasizing Durant’s professionalism despite ongoing speculation. “There’s been a […]

Former Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus received harsh criticism from his players, according to the NFLPA’s annual report card. The survey, which evaluates team facilities, ownership, and coaching staff based on player feedback, ranked Eberflus last among all NFL head coaches. His overall grade was a “C,” placing him at the bottom of the […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have informed safety Jordan Whitehead that they will not exercise his option bonus, making him a free agent ahead of the 2025 NFL season, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. Whitehead, who is recovering from injuries sustained in a January car accident, is expected to be fully recovered well before the […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves plan to sign free agent guard Bones Hyland to a two-way contract, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The move reunites Hyland with Timberwolves president Tim Connelly, who originally drafted him during his tenure with the Denver Nuggets. Hyland, a two-time Rising Star selection, will now look to carve out a role in […]

The Dallas Mavericks fell to the Los Angeles Lakers 107-99 on Tuesday night in a highly anticipated matchup against Luka Doncic. Following the game, Mavericks shooting guard Klay Thompson took a moment to reconnect with Dr. Richard Ferkel, the orthopedic surgeon who repaired his Achilles in November 2020, and presented him with a meaningful gift […]

The Golden State Warriors delivered a dominant performance against the Charlotte Hornets in a 128-92 blowout Tuesday night, securing their sixth win in the last seven games. The victory pushed Golden State to 31-27 on the season and lifted the team to the eighth seed in the Western Conference as it continues to gain momentum […]

The Los Angeles Lakers continued their strong push in the Western Conference with a 107-99 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena. The win extended their streak to three games and improved their overall record to 35-21, positioning them just two games behind the second-seeded Memphis Grizzlies (38-20). With momentum on […]

The Dallas Mavericks (31-27) will face the Los Angeles Lakers (34-21) on Tuesday night in a highly anticipated matchup on TNT, marking the first meeting between the teams since their blockbuster trade earlier this month. The trade sent Luka Doncic to the Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis and Max Christie, but Davis will remain […]

Miami Dolphins left tackle Terron Armstead is restructuring his contract, reducing it to the league minimum from the $28.6 million he was set to earn, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport. Rapoport reported that the move allows Miami the financial flexibility to make key roster decisions while keeping Armstead on the team as he weighs […]

With the Los Angeles Lakers (34-21) set to host the Dallas Mavericks (31-27) on Tuesday night in Luka Doncic’s first matchup against his former team since the trade, ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith shared his thoughts on how Doncic’s arrival could impact LeBron James’ career. “He may have actually extended and prolonged the career of LeBron […]

The Orlando Magic (29-30) are set to host the league-leading Cleveland Cavaliers (47-10) on Tuesday night, marking their second meeting since last season’s playoff series. However, ahead of the 7:30 p.m. ET tip-off on TNT, head coach Jamahl Mosley provided an update on Jalen Suggs’ status, indicating that the guard’s return remains uncertain. Speaking with […]

The Dallas Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis and Max Christie continues to spark speculation. NBA insider Marc Spears recently suggested on The Cedric Maxwell Podcast that Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown played a major role in Dallas moving on from their franchise player. “People […]

Luka Doncic will face the Dallas Mavericks for the first time since the blockbuster trade that sent him to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Anthony Davis. As the Lakers (34-21) prepare to host the Mavericks (31-27) on Tuesday night at 10:00 p.m. ET on TNT, head coach JJ Redick shared his thoughts on […]

Luka Doncic dedicated his All-Star break to improving his conditioning, spending time in Cabo training with Los Angeles Lakers assistant coach Scott Brooks, according to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin. The workouts, held on a private outdoor court, lasted two hours each day and were supplemented by weightlifting sessions at his hotel gym. The focused training regimen […]

The Orlando Magic rebounded from their late-game blunder against the Memphis Grizzlies with a dominant 110-90 victory over the Washington Wizards on Sunday night. Anthony Black led the charge off the bench, matching his career-high with 23 points while adding seven rebounds, three assists, a steal, and a block. Black, known for his defensive intensity, […]

Derrick White was recently inducted into the University of Colorado’s Wall of Honor during the NBA All-Star break, cementing his legacy in the program’s history. The recognition celebrates his contributions to Colorado basketball and his journey from an overlooked prospect to a key figure in the NBA. The Boston Celtics guard reflected on the moment, […]

The Orlando Magic suffered a heartbreaking 105-104 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night, falling to 28-30 on the season. After leading by as many as 19 points in the third quarter, the Magic saw their advantage slip away and were unable to execute in the final moments. Confusion defined the final moments as […]

The Chicago Bulls (22-34) will return for a brief one-game homestand against the Phoenix Suns (26-29) on Saturday night. Ahead of the 5:00 p.m. ET tip-off, the Bulls have listed both Nikola Vucevic and Josh Giddey as probable. Vucevic is dealing with right posterior tibiali soreness, while Giddey is listed with a right wrist sprain. […]

Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie reportedly held a “starters-only meeting” following the team’s 132-108 blowout loss to the Golden State Warriors on Friday night, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes. The meeting included Kings starters Malik Monk, DeMar DeRozan, Keegan Murray, Zach LaVine, and Domantas Sabonis. Haynes cited league sources indicating that Christie used […]

The Denver Nuggets (37-19) are aiming to extend their win streak to 10 games as they close out their four-game homestand against the Los Angeles Lakers (33-21) on Saturday night. Ahead of the 8:30 p.m. ET tip-off on ABC, the Nuggets have listed both Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon as probable on the latest injury […]

Minnesota Timberwolves’ offensive struggles were a focal point of discussion on Friday’s broadcast of NBA Today, as analysts Brian Windhorst and Kendrick Perkins assessed the team’s performance in the wake of Karl-Anthony Towns’ departure. Windhorst addressed Anthony Edwards’ adjustment to a new offensive dynamic. “He talked about how difficult it has been for him this […]

The Orlando Magic opened the second half of their season with a 114-108 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday night, improving to 28-29. Head coach Jamahl Mosley reinserted Wendell Carter Jr. into the starting lineup for the first time since the team’s win over the Detroit Pistons on Jan. 25, and the move paid […]

The Orlando Magic opened the second half of their season with a 114-108 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday night, improving to 28-29. Paolo Banchero led the way with a double-double, finishing with 36 points, 10 rebounds, and five assists while shooting 11-for-16 from the free-throw line. Banchero ignited the Magic’s offense in the […]

Indiana Pacers star guard Tyrese Haliburton responded to recent criticism from Hall of Famer Tim Hardaway Sr. after the former NBA player made pointed remarks about him on Gil’s Arena, the podcast hosted by Gilbert Arenas. Hardaway, who played 13 seasons in the NBA, did not hold back in expressing his disdain for Haliburton’s on-court […]

Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant and San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul had a heated exchange during their matchup on Friday, drawing attention from ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith. The confrontation occurred as the Suns fell to the Spurs 120-109 in their first game following the All-Star break. On ESPN’s First Take, Smith shared his thoughts […]

Ahead of the Orlando Magic’s 7:30 p.m. ET tip-off against the Atlanta Hawks (26-29), head coach Jamahl Mosley provided an update on Jalen Suggs’ injury status as the guard is set to miss his 10th consecutive game. Suggs continues to deal with a left quad contusion that has kept him sidelined for nearly a month. […]

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama will miss the remainder of the season due to a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in his right shoulder, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Thursday. The condition was discovered after Wembanyama returned to San Antonio following his participation in the All-Star Game. Jeff Stotts of In Street Clothes explained that a […]

The Milwaukee Bucks will have to adjust their roster after forward Bobby Portis Jr. was suspended 25 games for violating the NBA’s anti-drug policy. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported the suspension, citing that Portis unintentionally took Tramadol instead of Toradol, an approved painkiller. His agent, Mark Bartelstein, described the situation as an “honest mistake.” With Portis […]

The Milwaukee Bucks are facing an unexpected roster challenge after forward Bobby Portis Jr. was suspended 25 games for violating the NBA’s anti-drug policy. ESPN’s Shams Charania first reported the news, citing that Portis mistakenly took Tramadol instead of Toradol, an approved painkiller. His agent, Mark Bartelstein, described the violation as an “honest mistake.” The […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars are reportedly likely to part ways with wide receiver Christian Kirk this offseason, with ESPN’s Dan Graziano estimating a “75% chance” the team releases him. Kirk, 28, is entering the final season of the four-year, $72 million contract he signed in 2022. The deal includes a $16.5 million salary for 2025, but […]

A lighthearted moment involving Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic and Team USA head coach Steve Kerr was caught on film during the Court of Gold docuseries, which followed multiple teams, including Team USA, France, Canada, and Serbia, at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The series provided an in-depth look at the behind-the-scenes interactions of players and […]

On the latest episode of The Ringer’s NBA Show, Howard Beck floated the idea of the Memphis Grizzlies potentially trading star guard Ja Morant in the upcoming offseason. “I’m constantly checking in with executives around trade deadline about like, okay, what we saw, what we didn’t see, what’s next, and in this league, you are […]

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon has responded to Ja Morant’s recent social media post about potentially participating in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, reigniting excitement about the possibility of an elite field of competitors. Following Mac McClung’s historic three-peat victory at the 2025 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest in San Francisco this past Saturday, Morant took […]

Netflix’s Court of Gold docuseries, which premiered Tuesday, chronicling the 2024 Paris Olympics men’s basketball tournament highlighted Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry’s iconic “Night Night” celebration during Team USA’s gold medal victory over France. Head coach Steve Kerr, who led Team USA during the tournament, reflected on the significance of the moment. “When it […]

During the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered a hilarious yet pointed remark to Inside the NBA analyst Charles Barkley regarding the difficulty of guarding today’s top players. Antetokounmpo turned to Barkley and referenced San Antonio Spurs standout Victor Wembanyama. “Back in the day, you couldn’t guard him. You could not […]