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Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving has opened up about his decision to part ways with LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers, offering a detailed explanation during a recent livestream. The comments shed light on one of the most discussed player departures in recent NBA history. Irving, now 33, reflected on how his NBA career began […]

Germany is set to open EuroBasket 2025 later this month, and Sacramento Kings guard Dennis Schroder is making it clear how highly he regards Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner. As the defending FIBA World Cup champions prepare for their first group-stage matchup against Montenegro on Aug. 27, Schroder praised Wagner’s impact on both ends of […]

Former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees says he remains confident in his potential as an NFL broadcaster and believes he could rank among the league’s best if given the opportunity. Speaking on the latest episode of The Dan Patrick Show, the 13-time Pro Bowler addressed perceptions surrounding his initial stint in broadcasting, which began […]

Carmelo Anthony revealed he was nearly traded to the Los Angeles Lakers during the 2010-11 NBA season, a move that would have paired him with Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol fresh off the Lakers’ 2010 championship run. The recently inducted 2025 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer shared the story during a conversation with Dwyane […]

As Stephen Curry prepares for his 16th NBA season with the Golden State Warriors, the four-time champion made it clear that his motivation for continuing to play comes down to one thing: chasing another title. Speaking Friday on SiriusXM NBA Radio, Curry said his focus remains on positioning the Warriors to contend, even if they […]

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith believes LeBron James could have a better path to an NBA championship by returning to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Speaking on Friday’s edition of First Take, Smith proposed the idea as the 40-year-old forward enters his 23rd NBA season with the Los Angeles Lakers. “I saw the Cleveland Cavaliers this past season […]

The Boston Celtics’ record-setting $6.1 billion sale to William Chisholm is expected to close late next week or early the following week, according to a recent report by Sportico. Three people familiar with the details, who were not authorized to speak publicly, said the deal is nearing its final stage. The transaction still requires approval […]

Former Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley was evicted from his downtown apartment on Wednesday after months of legal disputes related to unpaid rent. The eviction follows two lawsuits filed against Beasley for a total of $21,500 in unpaid rent at The Stott, a historic high-rise apartment building owned by Bedrock Detroit, the real estate arm […]

The New York Giants are prepared to keep rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart on the sidelines for the entirety of the 2025 NFL season if circumstances allow according to a recent report by FOX Sports NFL reporter Ralph Vacchiano. Vacchiano reported that, according to multiple team sources, the Giants are “completely fine” with the idea of […]

Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel offered rare insight into the dynamic between quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and wide receiver Tyreek Hill during an appearance on The Rich Eisen Show, addressing recent tension and providing a deeper look at the evolution of their relationship. McDaniel acknowledged that, like many working relationships in high-pressure environments, the connection […]

Carmelo Anthony has selected fellow NBA legends Dwyane Wade and Allen Iverson to present him at his Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame induction. The official Hall of Fame account announced the news Thursday on X, formerly known as Twitter. Anthony, a 10-time NBA All-Star and one of the most prolific scorers in league history, […]

The Orlando Magic have made bold moves to solidify their core and accelerate their rise in the Eastern Conference, but questions remain about whether their aggressive approach will translate into true championship contention. In a recent article published by ESPN, analysts Tim Bontemps and Kevin Pelton placed the Magic in the tier titled “All-in on […]

The Las Vegas Aces reportedly had an opportunity to acquire guard Brittney Sykes before she was traded to the Seattle Storm earlier this week. According to Callie Fin of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the Washington Mystics offered Sykes to the Aces prior to finalizing a deal with the Storm. An agent involved in the transaction […]

The Dallas Mavericks’ revamped roster featuring rookie forward Cooper Flagg, Anthony Davis, and Kyrie Irving is not generating strong postseason confidence from ESPN. In ESPN’s latest forecast for the 2025–26 NBA season, the Mavericks received a modest projection despite selecting Flagg with the No. 1 overall pick in June. ESPN’s Tim MacMahon suggested that while […]

On the latest episode of Post Moves with Candace Parker and Aliyah Boston, Candace Parker called the Minnesota Lynx’s acquisition of DiJonai Carrington a “ridiculous trade,” drawing comparisons to a notable NBA deadline deal from earlier this year. Parker likened the Lynx’s move to acquire Carrington from the Dallas Wings to the Cleveland Cavaliers’ trade […]

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner appears to be entering EuroBasket 2025 with an improved shooting stroke, drawing attention for his refined 3-point form during recent preparations with the German national team. In a recent video clip shared from Germany’s training camp, Wagner showcased a smooth step-back 3-pointer over Orlando teammate Tristan da Silva during a […]

As the Tampa Bay Buccaneers prepare for their preseason game against the Tennessee Titans on Saturday night, veteran quarterback Teddy Bridgewater addressed his recent high school coaching suspension in South Florida, emphasizing his intentions were rooted in care and protection. In a press conference with ESPN’s Jenna Laine on Wednesday, Bridgewater reflected on the incident […]

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White revealed he gave up an extravagant 30th birthday trip to Mexico to join Team USA during the 2024 Paris Olympics, where the United States captured its fifth consecutive gold medal. White shared the story on the latest episode of the White Noise Podcast with co-host Alex Welsh. He reflected on […]

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham revealed on the latest episode of the Show Me Something podcast that the WNBA fined her $1,500 following comments she made during the show’s debut last week. “We were talking about like our first week, what people had to say. Well the WNBA fined me…” Cunningham said. “Dude they fined […]

As the Los Angeles Lakers look to solidify their future around Luka Doncic, ESPN’s Bobby Marks outlined an “ideal” long-term strategy in a recent report — one that hinges on preserving financial flexibility for the 2027 offseason. While the approach may offer significant upside, it also presents substantial risks under the NBA’s current collective bargaining […]

Dwyane Wade revealed this week that he originally planned to sign with the Chicago Bulls during the 2010 NBA offseason before a phone call from LeBron James changed everything and redirected him back to the Miami Heat. Speaking on the OGs Show with former teammates Udonis Haslem and Mike Miller, Wade explained that returning home […]

Luka Doncic made his intentions clear Saturday as the Los Angeles Lakers introduced the All-NBA guard at a press conference following the announcement of his new contract extension. “We’re going to go for it,” Doncic said, per ESPN’s Dave McMenamin. Earlier in the day, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that Doncic had agreed to a three-year, […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers star quarterback Baker Mayfield is expected to return to practice next week after suffering a contusion on his throwing hand, head coach Todd Bowles confirmed Saturday, according to ESPN’s Jenna Laine. Mayfield missed Friday’s practice following the injury, which occurred during Thursday’s training camp session. The team opted to have Mayfield undergo […]

Boston Celtics minority owner Steve Pagliuca is nearing a deal to purchase the WNBA’s Connecticut Sun, with plans to relocate the franchise to Boston as early as the 2027 season, according to The Boston Globe’s Gary Washburn. Pagliuca has reportedly agreed to acquire the team from the Mohegan Tribe for $325 million, which would set […]

The Los Angeles Lakers secured their long-term future over the weekend by re-signing All-NBA guard Luka Doncic to a three-year, $165 million maximum contract extension, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The deal includes a player option for the 2028 season. Soon after the agreement was finalized, Doncic took to social media with a heartfelt gesture, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers secured the future of their franchise Saturday after All-NBA guard Luka Doncic agreed to a three-year, $165 million maximum contract extension with a player option in 2028, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Shortly after the deal was reported, Doncic took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to express his gratitude and […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers placed rookie outside linebacker David Walker on Injured Reserve and signed wide receiver Jacob Harris on Saturday, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Walker, 25, suffered a torn ACL earlier this week during the second week of training camp. The 6-foot-2, 260-pound linebacker was selected in the fourth round of the 2025 […]

The Dallas Wings dropped their second straight game Friday night, falling 88-78 to the Indiana Fever at home. Following the loss, head coach Chris Koclanes drew widespread attention for his candid postgame remarks on the physicality of the matchup and his team’s ongoing struggles to establish toughness early in games. Speaking to ClutchPoints’ Joey Mistretta […]

On Saturday, Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel gave a lighthearted nod to President Donald Trump while discussing quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s health and development during an NFL Network interview. As the team wraps up its second week of training camp ahead of the 2025 season, McDaniel referenced a recent public remark by Trump that highlighted […]

If the Dallas Cowboys grant Micah Parsons’ recent trade request, the move would mark a rare departure from the franchise’s longstanding practices under owner Jerry Jones. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Cowboys have traded away a player immediately following a Pro Bowl season just once since Jones purchased the team in 1989. The lone […]

As the New York Liberty officially announced the signing of former WNBA Finals MVP Emma Meesseman on Friday, the team also parted ways with guard Jaylyn Sherrod, issuing a public farewell following her release. Sherrod, 23, joined the Liberty during the latter half of the 2024 season, signing a series of seven-day contracts after initially […]

Bill Simmons shed new light on the NBA’s ongoing push to establish a European league, detailing on the latest episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast several prominent soccer clubs interested in becoming stakeholders. As the NBA continues exploring ways to expand its international footprint, Simmons pointed to expiring licensing deals and ownership shifts across Europe […]

According to the Associated Press, former WNBA Finals MVP Emma Meesseman will make her return to the league Friday night when she debuts for the New York Liberty (17-9) against the Connecticut Sun (4-21). Tipoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET on ION. The Liberty officially signed Meesseman on Friday, following earlier reports last week […]

The Golden State Valkyries have signed veteran guard-forward Kaila Charles to a seven-day hardship contract, according to Sara Jane Gamelli of Ballislife.com. Charles will be available for Friday night’s game against the Chicago Sky (7–19) at 7:30 p.m. ET, which will air nationally on ION. The signing comes as the Valkyries deal with a major […]

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas took a jab at ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith during a recent livestream of No Chill Gil, joking about Smith’s associations with multiple public figures currently facing legal trouble. While playing EA Sports College Football 26, Arenas used part of the stream to tease Smith in light of recent headlines […]

In a recent video posted by Swish Cultures to X, formerly known as Twitter, the Dallas Mavericks guard was seen in an open gym run drilling shots from all over the floor. The 14-year veteran displayed his signature jumper with a series of catch-and-shoot threes, dribble pull-ups, and step-backs from deep. Thompson also mixed in […]

Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. recently opened up about his physical development as a basketball player, sharing that he was a late bloomer when it came to athleticism. Appearing on The Young Man & the Three, the 22-year-old revealed he didn’t dunk until his freshman year of high school, despite already being 6-foot-5 at […]

Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. recently took a playful jab at new teammate Kevin Durant while reflecting on the veteran star’s infamous free agency decision to join the Golden State Warriors in 2016. The moment came during Smith’s appearance on The Old Man & the Three, hosted by JJ Redick and Tommy Alter. Smith, […]

On a recent episode of the Road Trippin podcast, former NBA forward and current analyst Richard Jefferson weighed in on the debate surrounding the greatest players in NBA history to never win a championship. When asked to choose between Hall of Famers Karl Malone and Charles Barkley, Jefferson decisively picked Malone. “The reason why I […]