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Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant suffered a potentially catastrophic injury in Game 5 of the Western Conference semi-finals against the Houston Rockets, and people are already fearing the worst for the reigning Finals MVP. Initial reports have indicated that Durant has suffered a left calf strain. If that’s the case, he could miss 1-4 […]

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant suffered a strained right calf in Game 5 of their Western Conference Semifinal series against the Houston Rockets, and as everyone awaits the results of his MRI, there has been a ton of speculation regarding how severe his injury is and how long he won’t be able to play. […]

Everyone is holding their collective breath while waiting for the results of Kevin Durant’s MRI tomorrow, and while it is believed that he might have suffered a severe strained left calf, a professional football doctor feels that it could be worse. Dr. David Chao, a former team doctor of the San Diego Chargers in NFL, […]

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant is set to undergo an MRI to determine the severity of what has been deemed a calf injury: Golden State star Kevin Durant will undergo an MRI tomorrow on his right calf, league sources tell Yahoo Sports. — Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) May 9, 2019 Durant suffered the injury in […]

The Boston Celtics are one defeat away from being eliminated in the playoffs as they are down 3-1 against the Milwaukee Bucks in the Eastern Conference semifinals. The outcome of the series might impact Kyrie Irving’s free agency decision this summer, and there is speculation about him not returning to Boston next year. However, according […]

Collegiate sensation Zion Williamson is one of the top draft prospects that has been invited this year’s NBA Draft combine which is set to take place in Chicago, Illinois on May 14-19. The NBA officially announces the 66 players invited to the NBA Combine in Chicago pic.twitter.com/1o2U0XShtk — Jonathan Givony (@DraftExpress) May 8, 2019 The […]

Boston Celtics forward Marcus Morris is still pretty confident about his team’s chances of beating the Milwaukee Bucks despite being down in the Eastern Conference semi-finals series 3-1. Aside from saying that the Celtics are still a better team than the Bucks, Morris also told one of the team’s assistant coaches that the team won’t […]

The Boston Celtics are down 3-1 in the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Milwaukee Bucks, but Marcus Morris still believes that they are the better team. Marcus Morris: “I still think we’re the better team.” — Jay King (@ByJayKing) May 8, 2019 It’s hard to believe that statement when the Celtics haven’t been able to […]

Prior to the start of this year’s NBA playoffs, a lot of people have been skeptical about the Denver Nuggets’ chances of making a deep run. Yet here they are a month later, one win away from advancing to the Western Conference Finals. A large part of the Nuggets’ success is because of 24 year-old […]

Kawhi Leonard is playing at an extremely high level in this year’s playoffs, and he has led the Toronto Raptors to the brink of reaching the Eastern Conference Finals. He’s averaging 31.2 points while shooting over 57 percent through 10 games in the postseason. His efficiency on offense has been historically outstanding: Kawhi Leonard is […]

The Toronto Raptors have played their best game of the playoffs last night when they defeated the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference semi-finals 125-89. Six of the Raps’ players scored in double figures, led by Kawhi Leonard, who finished with a double-double of 21 points and 13 rebounds. After the game, […]

The Golden State Warriors are in the middle of their quest for a third straight title, as they are in a tightly contested Western Conference semi-finals series with the Houston Rockets. However, the side stories about the team and its players this season is slowly but surely starting to take the spotlight. Of course, we […]

The Philadelphia 76ers now find themselves on the brink of elimination after losing Game 5 of the Eastern Conference semi-finals against the Toronto Raptors, 125-89. A large part of the Sixers’ struggles has been Joel Embiid, who had an underwhelming performance once again. He finished with just 13 points, six rebounds, and an assist. After […]

The Toronto Raptors took a 3-2 series lead in the Eastern Conference semi-finals after dominating the Philadelphia 76ers 125-89 last night. The Raptors took advantage of the Sixers sloppy play as they scored 31 points off turnovers and 33 points in transition. After the game, Sixers head coach Brett Brown described Toronto’s efforts on both […]

The New York Knicks are coming off yet another disappointing season, finishing with a league-worst 16-65 record. However, things could change within the next couple of months because not only are they expected to get one of the top three picks in this June’s draft, but they also have enough cap space to sign two […]

The Houston Rockets managed to tie their Western Conference semifinal series against the Golden State Warriors at two games apiece behind another valiant effort from reigning MVP James Harden. James Harden finished with 38 points, shooting 13-29 from the field, including six triples to help the Rockets secure the win. He also passed former Detroit […]

The Golden State Warriors are in a tight Western Conference semifinals series against the Houston Rockets, but some fans are just excited for what will happen in the offseason. Like this one who was in attendance in Game 4 Monday night. With the  Rockets leading by double-digits midway through the third period, he yelled “New […]

The Boston Celtics and Brad Stevens are now on the brink of elimination after losing 113-101 in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Milwaukee Bucks. With the Bucks now leading the series 3-1, the Celtics will need to win the next three games in order for them to stay alive in […]

Los Angeles Clippers guard Patrick Beverley wants to see the Houston Rockets beat the Golden State Warriors in their conference semifinals series, and for a good reason. In an appearance on NBA on TNT before the Game 4 between the Rockets and Warriors, Beverley said he likes the Dubs. However, he said he wants to […]

In recent weeks, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has brought the idea of cutting down the league’s regular season schedule, and it seems he has a supporter in Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr. Over the past couple of years, some of the league’s best players have suffered serious injuries that had an impact on their […]

Frank Vogel could be part of the latest drama enfolding the NBA’s most glamorous franchise. The Los Angeles Lakers are currently in talks with Tyronn Lue to become the franchise’s next head coach, and although he hasn’t accepted the offer yet, there are reports that the hiring of Lue will be made official within the […]

Houston Rockets guard Danuel House is officially listed as questionable to play in Game 4 of their second round series against the Golden State Warriors. Danuel House Jr., added to the Rockets injury report yesterday, listed as questionable with right big toe inflammation. — Jonathan Feigen (@Jonathan_Feigen) May 6, 2019 The three-year veteran didn’t play […]

Houston Rockets reserve center Nene is contemplating retirement after this season, according to a report by ESPN Brazil. In an interview with the NBA Freestyle program , Nenê, the Houston Rockets pivot , said he intends to retire at the end of the NBA season. (via Google Translate) Nene, the seventh overall pick in the […]

A lot of people didn’t think the Portland Trail Blazers would reach the second round, but not Charles Barkley. The former NBA player and current NBA analyst still stand by his prediction that the Blazers will reach the NBA Finals, even after they lost Game 4 of the Western Conference semi-finals against the Denver Nuggets. […]

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic had another dominating performance in helping the team beat the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 4 of the Western Conference semi-finals. Jokic finished with 21 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists, his second consecutive trip-dub in the series. This also marks the fourth time in these playoffs that the Serbian […]

The Denver Nuggets escaped with a 116-112 road victory against the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals, and Jamal Murray stole the show once again. Murray finished with 34 points on an efficient 10-20 shooting, five rebounds, and four assists. After the game, Nuggets head coach Michael Malone told reporters […]

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid struggled once again in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semi-finals bout against the Toronto Raptors. The 25-year-old center managed to score only 11 points on 2-7 shooting. This is coming off the heels of his 33 point performance in Game 3, where he took 18 shots, and for Sixers […]

The Philadelphia 76ers blew a great opportunity to put the Toronto Raptors’ backs against the wall, as they lost in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semi-finals 101-96. Once again, three of the Sixers’ four best players struggled throughout the game, with Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons scoring a combined 21 points on only 17 […]

Kawhi Leonard is just unstoppable. The Toronto Raptors star put on a phenomenal performance once again, leading the team to a 101-96 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinals matchup. Leonard finished with 39 points, three of which came at the 1:03 mark of the fourth quarter, with the […]

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart has been officially listed as questionable for Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinals against the Milwaukee Bucks Monday night. #NEBHInjuryReport Marcus Smart (left oblique tear) has been upgraded to QUESTIONABLE for game 4 tomorrow night. — Boston Celtics (@celtics) May 5, 2019 Smart suffered a left oblique tear last […]

Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving is ecstatic upon knowing that Marcus Smart has been officially upgraded to questionable for tomorrow’s Game 4 against the Milwaukee Bucks. Irving said that Smart provides them with a lot of great things, especially on the defensive end. The All-Star guard added that he’s excited to see his teammate’s potential […]

Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry was irate over a non-call early in the third quarter. He wanted the game officials to know that he was smacked in the face, and that they should’ve called a foul. But if there was a foul in the play, it should be on him. Kyle arguing for the foul […]

A couple of days ago, Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid said his game is better when he’s having fun. Well, that seems to be the case in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinals against the Toronto Raptors. Embiid had a good first half against the Raptors, highlighted by this defense-to-offense play late in the […]

The Golden State Warriors lost Game 3 of their Western Conference Semifinal series against the Houston Rockets on Saturday night. Heading into Monday’s Game 4, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said the emotional adjustment will play a key role in whether they will win or not. After Sunday’s practice, Kerr told reporters the Rockets outplayed the […]

On a night when the Houston Rockets were in a must-win situation, Eric Gordon stepped up to ensure a victory for his team. Gordon scored 30 points, hitting seven 3-pointers in the process to help the Rockets escape with a 126-121 overtime win against the defending champions Golden State Warriors in Game 3 of their […]

The Houston Rockets were able to pull off a 126-121 overtime win against the Golden State Warriors in Game 3 of their Western Conference semifinals matchup, and head coach Mike D’Antoni gave huge props to forward PJ Tucker for his efforts in helping the team avoid going down 3-0 in the series. Mike D’Antoni details […]

LeBron James has officially broken his silence regarding the resignation of Magic Johnson as the Los Angeles Lakers’ President of Basketball Operations last month. The four-time MVP made his public reaction to Johnson’s sudden exit from the Lakers in the most recent episode of his HBO show “The Shop,” and it was clear that he’s […]

The Portland Trail Blazers have found a gem in Enes Kanter. Since acquiring him as a free agent a couple of months ago, the Turkish big man has been an integral part of their success, especially in the playoffs. Not only has he been able to fill in the void left by starting center Jusuf […]

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic has been called out by fans for what they believe is a cheap shot in the injured shoulder of Portland Trail Blazers big man Enes Kanter. While Blazers coach Terry Stotts said that it was uncalled for, Nuggets coach Michael Malone came to his player’s defense and argued there was […]