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Miami Heat legend and Hall of Fame finalist Dwyane Wade received the President’s Award during the 54th NAACP Image Awards, an annual event that celebrates the outstanding achievements and performances of people of color. Also receiving the award was Wade’s wife, actress, producer, and author Gabrielle Union. During the acceptance of their speech, the parents […]

All eyes are on Aaron Rodgers and Derek Carr as the two veteran quarterbacks decide their playing futures with plenty of interested suitors. However, with the NFL’s free agency period right around the corner, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has been linked to the Atlanta Falcons and Houston Texans by longtime ESPN insider Jeremy […]

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid isn’t just one of the best players in the league today but of all-time. While his Kevin Durant-like approach to social media and repeated playoff disappointments may overshadow his talent a bit at times, it’s important to put just how talented Embiid is into perspective. Embiid recorded 41 points, 12 […]

The Orlando Magic are adding to their backcourt depth with the signing of veteran guard Michael Carter-Williams, per Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium. Carter-Williams will sign a two-year deal with the Magic, who already have point guards Cole Anthony, Jalen Suggs, and Markelle Fultz on the roster. However, MCW spent his last two-plus […]

Brooklyn Nets assistant coach and South Sudan Bright Stars head coach Royal Ivey has the South Sudan Basketball Federation on their way to the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup after defeating the Senegal Lions, 83-75, in their African Qualifiers matchup. In the match, power forward Nuni Omot set the tone for South Sudan with a […]

Kris Dunn is making the most of his 10-day contract with the Utah Jazz, making it exceedingly difficult for the franchise’s decision-makers to say he shouldn’t be signed for the rest of the season and beyond. Following a strong debut that highlighted his ability to play defense at a high level and make plays offensively […]

Following the Minnesota Timberwolves loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night, Timberwolves head coach took the podium to answer questions from reporters that gathered in the Target Center. Lamenting his team’s lack of urgency at 31-31 and 8th in the West, a substantial portion of Finch’s postgame comments addressed the impact of third-year wing […]

Chicago Bulls playmaker DeMar DeRozan became the 16th active player in the NBA to reach 4,000 career assists after recording four assists against the Brooklyn Nets in their 131-87 blowout against the dysfunctional franchise. DeRozan, having steadily grown as a facilitator throughout his impressive career, now has 4,003 career assists. For reference, he has more […]

Although former Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury owner Robert Sarver has sold the franchises to billionaire mortgage lender Mat Ishbia, “the NBA is standing by its position Robert Sarver’s one-year suspension remains in place,” according to Duane Rankin of Arizona Republic. Sarver’s representatives believe that his suspension for the 2022-23 season should have been terminated […]

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado is already a fan favorite down in the Big Easy. But up in Queens, where Alvarado spent his pre-college years, Alvarado has earned a big reputation. With the Pelicans in town to take on the New York Knicks, Alvarado’s high school alma mater — Christ the King High School, […]

The primary reason that Russell Westbrook got a chance to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers was the way that Paul George advocated for him to be on the team. So, with Westbrook just completing his debut with his new team, you can rest assured that if anybody was going to have his back that […]

While the New York Jets have zeroed in on Derek Carr as their top option for quarterback in free agency, Aaron Rodgers is their top option overall should he desire a trade and the Green Bay Packers make him available. After emerging from his darkness retreat this week, Rodgers is now expected to make his […]

The vibes are a mile high in the Mile High these days. Truly, for a team — sans Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray — that was basically assembled within the last three seasons, the Denver Nuggets roster have formed as close of a bond as you could hope. Perhaps unironically, one of the major factors for […]

With the Atlanta Hawks closing in fast on Quin Snyder in their coaching search, the Utah Jazz are entitled to be compensated “because Snyder resigned from the Jazz with time left on his contract,” according to Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune. However, “while the timing of the move is a bit unusual, Snyder […]

There may not be a lot of shots coming from NBA star Ben Simmons these days, but plenty are coming at him. One such shot coming from Philadelphia 76ers 3-point specialist Georges Niang, who says that “Ben Simmons kind of handicapped [the Sixers] at the beginning of last year” on 97.5’s John Kincade Show. "Ben […]

Hall of Fame forward Grant Hill is personable, charismatic and has a sense of humor. All of which likely helped him land gigs as a basketball analyst for TNT, Turner Sports and CBS following his retirement. But he demonstrated that again on Friday, hysterically replying with Me when answering the question of the first player […]

Chicago Bulls point guard Alex Caruso could join Team USA for the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup in the fall. Many interpreted a clip between Caruso and Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr as the former being recruited to Golden State. However, The Athletic’s Joe Vardon reveals that Kerr was actually attempting to persuade […]

NBA icon Carmelo Anthony has not had an opportunity to suit up and play during the 2022-23 season. However, he has been keeping busy. FIBA has announced that the 10-time All-Star will serve as a Global Ambassador for the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. Former NBA forward Luis Scola and 2023 Hall of Fame finalist […]

Former fifth overall pick Kris Dunn made his 2022-23 debut with the Utah Jazz on Thursday, tallying 11 points (on 50.0 percent shooting) and two steals in 17 minutes. Signed to a 10-day contract along with fellow veteran guard Frank Jackson, the 28-year-old impressed on both ends, making an early impression on a franchise that […]

Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker knows that people are viewing his team as the one to beat in the West after trading for Kevin Durant. While part of that is simply the fact that they acquired a player of KD’s caliber, the other part is the fact that people view the Suns as a ‘superteam’ […]

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receivers Marvin Harrison Jr. and Emeka Egbuka are two of the best wide receivers in the country and On3 knows it. Ranking the top wide receivers heading into the 2023 season, Harrison saw his name top the list while Egbuka landed at third. Pulling down 24 touchdowns combined last season, the […]

The 2023 WNBA Draft will be held on Apr. 10 in New York City at Spring Studios, according to WNBA and NCAA women’s basketball reporter Lila Bromberg. Bromberg adds that the draft will be televised on ESPN from 7 -9PM. Most 2023 WNBA Draft prospects will make their decision about whether they will return to […]

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, Metropolitans 92 big man Victor Wembanyama is going to be the top pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. Listed at 7-foot-5 in shoes, Wembanyama’s penchant for taking pull-up jumpers and his ability to handle the ball in the open floor is breathtaking. However, at 230 pounds, there’s already concern that he […]

Every season since the emergence of Latvian center Kristaps Porzingis, NBA execs, scouts, analysts and fans have attached the unicorn moniker to various big men with a rather unique combination of physical attributes and skillset. However, that term has become overused, leading people such as LeBron James — the NBA’s all-time leading scorer — to […]

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal is just 491 points away from passing Hall of Fame forward-center Elvin Hayes to become the all-time leading scorer in Wizards history. A 3-time All-Star, Beal has played for the Wizards since Washington drafted him with the third overall pick in the 2012 NBA Draft. In an era defined by […]

WNBA star and ESPN basketball analyst Chiney Ogwumike has re-signed with the Los Angeles Sparks after spending her last three-plus seasons with L.A. Ogwumike called the last two years the “hardest seasons” for her when announcing the signing on ESPN on Wednesday. Drafted by the Connecticut Sun with the first overall pick in the 2014 […]

R.J. Hampton, the 24th overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, will sign with the Detroit Pistons according to multiple sources. Hampton was waived by the Orlando Magic on Tuesday. It was a move that allowed him to sign with a team felt would be more invested in his development, as the Little Elm native left […]

Despite it being revealed that Alabama Crimson Tide standout Brandon Miller was responsible for bringing former teammate Darius Miles the weapon that took the life of 23-year-old Jamea Harris, Crimson Tide men’s basketball head coach Nate Oats won’t be disciplining the projected 2023 lottery pick. Reminder that Nate Oats is letting Brandon Miller and Jaden […]

On the heels of the Chicago Bulls announcing that point guard Lonzo Ball would miss the remainder of the season as he continues to rehab a lingering knee injury, 2016 NBA champion Tristan Thompson delivered another major blow to the Bulls fan base. Making an appearance on ESPN, Thompson reports that doctors have told Ball […]

Jordan Brand continues to add to its star-studded roster, as ESPN’s Nick DePaula reports that they’ve signed 5-star point guard Kiyomi McMiller to a groundbreaking NIL shoe deal. The brazen ball-handler discussed the importance of the deal, saying “It represents greatness. I’m really looking forward to my time with the brand. One of my goals […]

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson is one of the most physically gifted players in the league, with his powerfully built frame capable of catapulting him off of the hardwood for highlight reel dunks that only a select few can pull off. Had Zion been healthy during the 2023 All-Star break, he may have even […]

Discussing his championship aspirations amid his trade to the Dallas Mavericks, star guard Kyrie Irving believes that he’s now on the right side of the fence. Not just because he would rather have played for the Mavs than the Brooklyn Nets, but because he would rather play in the West at this point of his […]

Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta may have just tipped everyone off about his plans for the 2023 NBA Draft (h/t Ben Dubose of Rockets Wire), with an emphatic “pray for Victor!” message when asked about his team during Galveston’s Mardi Gras celebration. Metropolitans 92 big man Victor Wembanyama is projected to be the first pick […]

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving was the butt of a few jokes during The Association’s All-Star episode. With Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid looking to file a complaint against the media, a file marked ‘Conspiracy – Kyrie Irving’ curiously shows up in the drawer of Head of HR, Mr. Moby. Irving is one of the […]

Allen Iverson is an NBA legend. In part because of what he was able to accomplish on the court as a somewhat undersized point guard, but also because of how he was able to unapologetically represent the Black culture. Cornrows. Afros. Baggy pants. Long chains. Tattoos. Allen Iverson was the culture before the culture. But […]

In a highly anticipated move, the Miami Heat are closing in on a deal with five-time All-Star Kevin Love, according to the Sun-Sentinel’s Ira Winderman. Love will play a crucial role in Miami, as the Heat lack enough 3-point threats to keep up with the high-octane offenses they’re sure to face in the playoffs. Though […]

Other NBA players might defend their right to miss scheduled games in order to minimize the stress being put on their body, but Minnesota Timberwolves star guard Anthony Edwards isn’t a fan. Speaking to reporters at Salt Lake City during the 2023 All-Star Weekend, Anthony says “if there’s anything about the league [that] I could […]

Who would have imagined that there would be a day when Hall of Fame guard Allen Iverson would say that Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is a better basketball player than NBA icon Michael Jordan. But that’s exactly what happened when The Answer sat down with celebrated sportswriter Marc J. Spears, much to the […]

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero isn’t just one of the most impressive rookies of the 2022-23 season. His basketball IQ, play style, versatile skillset, and an NBA-ready body have allowed him to be one of the most impressive rookies of all-time, with the 20-year-old often seeing his name in rare company due to his production. […]