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After finally agreeing to an extension deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves, Karl-Anthony Towns has pretty much single-handedly lifted the spirits of the entire city of Minnesota. This comes at a much needed time, with the Timberwolves in the midst of disarray following the saga involving want-away star Jimmy Butler. Speaking to Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic, Towns […]

With New Orleans Pelicans centerpiece Anthony Davis recently signing with Rich Paul and Klutch Sports, the rumors of a potential exit for the 25-year-old star inevitably came into the picture. The fact that Paul also represents LeBron James has even made some speculate about Davis’ intention to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers within the […]

Despite only being at the helm for less than two years, Rob Pelinka has already achieved a lot during his brief tenure as Los Angeles Lakers general manager. According to the 48-year-old former agent, the immeasurable experience he gained from his previous job has been a huge help in his current position as the GM […]

It’s just a matter of time before Jimmy Butler makes his way out of the Minnesota Timberwolves camp. By now, the coaching staff are already preparing for life without the soon-to-be former Wolves star (if the hadn’t already over the past months). However, despite the emotional baggage and unneeded drama the team will free itself from […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves just handed franchise cornerstone Karl-Anthony Towns one of this biggest deals in the history of the league. The 22-year-old Wolves star took to social media to share his joy and reinvigorated commitment to the Wolves franchise. Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker was one of the first to congratulate Towns for the well-deserved […]

After his recent trade request, it appears that Minnesota Timberwolves want-away star Jimmy Butler intends to force his way out of Minnesota. The 29-year-old just recently shared a cryptic post on his Instagram account that is considered by many as his most clear cut indication of his strong desire to jump ship. https://www.instagram.com/p/BoDmk7PBO8s/?hl=en&taken-by=jimmybutler The most […]

Despite being almost a decade removed from his NBA career, Stephon Marbury continues to make waves in the world of basketball. This time around, he has posted a revolutionary product on his Instagram page that hopes to change the landscape of the game as we know it. Okay, that may have been a bit of […]

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Lonzo Ball’s brothers LaMelo and LiAngelo kicked off the Big Baller Brand-sponsored JBA USA Team world tour with a bang. The LaVar Ball-coached squad went up against the Svendborg Rabbits in Denmark on Saturday. Lonzo Ball’s two younger brothers combined for 67 points to lead their squad to a 120-118 victory […]

Despite Jimmy Butler’s recent trade demand, there were some reports that surfaced pertaining to the Minnesota Timberwolves’ hesitation to move their want-away star. However, team owner Glen Taylor has made it abundantly clear that he wants the Timberwolves to trade Butler and move on from this saga at the soonest possible time. NBA guru Adrian […]

Washington Wizards big man Dwight Howard recently appeared on Nick Cannon’s Wild ‘n Out show on MTV. The 32-year-old journeyman took a lot of vicious shots on the show that may have made Howard regret signing up for the program in the first place. Here’s the clip of Howard’s national TV roasting which took only […]

Five more years. This is the theme of Karl-Anthony Towns’ new hype video that he posted on Twitter following news of his reported extension deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves. According to reports, the Timberwolves’ franchise cornerstone has agreed to a supermax deal worth $190 million, which will keep him in Minnesota for at least the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ rookie sensation from last season in Kyle Kuzma was perhaps the most underrated youngster coming out of the 2017 draft class. But a huge reason for his breakout performance was his work ethic, something which Magic Johnson even compared to LeBron James’ legendary drive to become better. Johnson jokingly told Anthony […]

Karl-Anthony Towns just drastically changed the mood in the Minnesota Timberwolves camp after reportedly agreeing to an extension with the team. New details of the contract have surfaced, and they’re set to further boost the spirits of the Minnesota faithful. According to NBA insider Michael Scotto, Towns’ super max deal extends all the way to […]

There has never been a shortage of offensive prowess on Mike D’Antoni’s Houston Rockets. However, many believe what took their game to the next level last season was their improved defensive mentality. This is exactly why the recent departure of associate head coach Jeff Bzdelik, who is credited in having played a key role in […]

There have been some reports that Andrew Wiggins’ lack of heart was one of the main reasons why Jimmy Butler requested a trade away from the Minnesota Timberwolves. A new advanced statistic has recently been unearthed that appears to support this theory about the young Wolves forward. Zach Lowe of ESPN pointed out a very specific piece […]

While the rest of the NBA is busy getting ready for opening night, it appears that Los Angeles Lakers stud LeBron James is already way ahead of the pack at this point in the preseason. According to team president Magic Johnson, his prized superstar is already in “midseason form.” “LeBron comes in, and he’s already […]

At 40 years of age, every minor injury for Dallas Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki becomes a relevant cause for concern. Thankfully, it appears that the Mavs veteran is going to be ready for opening night despite suffering a “minor setback.” Nowitzki reportedly sustained a tendon-related injury while taking part in a pickup game. He has […]

The Boston Celtics were the surprise package from last season. Despite losing their stars through injury, the C’s still put up quite a formidable fight up and fell one game shy of the NBA Finals, thanks in part to the coaching wizardry of Brad Stevens. However, despite this young team’s rapid and unexpected rise to […]

It’s quite baffling that Jamal Crawford remains to be a free agent up to this point in time. In a recent video making the rounds on social media, the 38-year-old showed NBA teams just what they’re missing out on. In the nine-second clip shared by Ballislife.com via Twitter, the NBA journeyman is seen blowing by […]

With opening night fast approaching, Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr is adding the finishing touches to his team’s final roster. The latest addition to the squad comes in the form of unrestricted free agent Tyler Ulis. Multiple reports have confirmed that the Warriors have put pen to paper on an Exhibit 10 deal […]

Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons has presented an explanation on his rather questionable shooting ability. According to the Sixers sophomore, no one has ever formally taught him the fundamentals of shooting the basketball. This is quite an astounding revelation from one of the best young players in the game today. Simmons recently addressed the press […]

Joel Embiid was one of the first to congratulate Elton Brand for being appointed as the new Philadelphia 76ers  general manager. However, given that he is Joel Embiid, the 24-year-old Sixers star could not let this moment pass without roasting his former teammate. Addressing the media in a recent press conference, Embiid shared that his […]

The NBA 2K19 craze is in full swing. A Twitter user that goes by the handle Shady00018 has recently come out with a hilarious 2K19 spoof video that features Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James and his worst nightmare. The video depicts an end-game scenario involving LeBron’s Lakers against defending champions Golden State Warriors. With […]

When Nikola Jokic signed that multi-year max extension with the Denver Nuggets over the summer, it was the ultimate indication that he had become the team’s cornerstone superstar. However, it appears that prior to this becoming official, the 23-year-old had a bit of struggle in coming to terms with becoming the team’s alpha dog. According […]

Being one of the most outspoken individuals in the league, New York Knicks stud Enes Kanter has had his fair share of backlash through the years. So much so, that his recent involvement in political issues stemming from his former home country of Turkey (Kanter recently had his citizenship revoked) has led to a slew […]

New York Knicks big man Enes Kanter is one of the most controversial figures off the court. Aside from his comical reputation as the league’s resident troll, the 26-year-old is actually quite a relevant political personality in his former home nation of Turkey. After some highly-publicized squabbles with the Turkish government and its leaders, Kanter’s […]

The botched Los Angeles Lakers-New Orleans Hornets deal back in 2011, which saw the league cancel Chris Paul’s agreed-upon move to the Lakers, remains to be one of the most controversial non-trades in the history of the NBA. However, this was actually not the first time the league intervened with a deal of that magnitude. […]

To those who may not be aware of it, Los Angeles Lakers head coach Luke Walton was drafted to the NBA in 2003 — in the same Draft class as his new cornerstone superstar LeBron James. This is quite an amusing fact, and even Walton himself seems to think so. Lakers insider Harrison Faigen shared […]

With the seemingly imminent departure of star Jimmy Butler, Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Tom Thibodeau reportedly has no intentions of rebuilding his team, even if that choice means he parts ways with the franchise. It appears Thobodeau believes that despite Butler’s exit, the Wolves are still capable of competing in the immediate future. Sean Deveney of […]

NBA analyst and basketball Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas has just come out with a bold claim that will not make Oklahoma City Thunder supporters happy. According to the 57-year-old, he believes that the Thunder will not make the [layoffs this coming season. Thomas made his brash prediction on a recent appearance on NBA TV. […]

New Orleans Pelicans assistant coach Darren Erman has recently shed light on how his team intends to fill the leadership void that has been left by the recent departure of Rajon Rondo. Speaking to Scott Kushner of The New Orleans Advocate, Erman explained how the Pelicans will need stars Anthony Davis and Jrue Holiday to step […]

Miami Heat team president Pat Riley is one with the multitude of NBA fans buoyed by Dwyane Wade’s recent decision to return for one final season. Speaking in behalf of the entire Heat organization, Riley shared how he felt about Wade’s “last dance.” “We are very delighted that Dwyane decided to return,” said Riley in […]

Los Angeles Lakers incoming sophomore Lonzo Ball is doing his best to impress team general manager Magic Johnson. His latest attempt to further establish himself on his boss’ good graces comes in the form of recreating the iconic mid-range running skyhook made famous by none other than Johnson himself. In the clip that is making […]

Despite some mixed reactions from New York Knicks supporters following the team’s performance in last June’s draft, it now appears that the side will have at least one thing to look forward to this season. This comes in the form of incoming sophomore guard Frank Ntilikina, who reportedly put on some muscle and grew a few […]

Despite having been with the Indiana Pacers for only a single season, it is safe to say that Victor Oladipo has already made his mark on the team. So much so, that he has recently been hailed as the best athlete in the entire city of Indianapolis. The IndyStar gave the honor to Oladipo as the […]

In his heyday, Stephon Marbury was one of the most feared point guards in the league. His combination of speed, athleticism, and explosiveness struck fear in the hearts of opposing defenses. Given this, despite being snubbed by the award-giving body year after year, Marbury believes that he deserves a spot in the Naismith Memorial Basketball […]

Former NBA journeyman Quentin Richardson recently featured in The Players’ Tribune’s YouTube series entitled Homecoming. As the title implies, the mini feature documented Richardson’s return to his hometown of Chicago. His trip down memory lane included a very somber event in the 38-year-old’s life — the murder of his own brother some 13 years ago. […]

With the Utah Jazz yet to unveil its team uniform for the upcoming season, Jazz guard Ricky Rubio has piqued the curiosity of hundreds of fans on Twitter with his latest tweet. Unfortunately, the 27-year-old was unable to offer a sneak peek of the unreleased jerseys due to PR restrictions. As the team’s starting point […]

An initial report stated that undrafted forward Deng Adel had agreed to join the Minnesota Timberwolves for the team’s preseason training camp, but the 22-year-old appears to have had a change of heart and is now set to sign a deal with the Toronto Raptors, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania. Coming out of Victory Rock […]