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Free agent guard Nick Young will receive his championship ring before the Golden State Warriors face the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night. Nick Young will get his Warriors championship ring at tomorrow’s Warriors-Cavs game at Oracle Arena — Mark Medina (@MarkG_Medina) April 4, 2019 Young was part of the Warriors last season, and he averaged […]

The Los Angeles Clippers are one of the teams expected to make a major splash in this summer’s free agency. They have enough cap space to sign two players to max contracts. They will reportedly go after Kevin Durant and Kawhi Leonard, and should they be successful in bringing those guys in, they will be […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are rumored to be looking for a new head coach next season, as Luke Walton hasn’t been able to lead them to success despite the arrival of LeBron James last summer. A lot of people believe that Walton doesn’t have what it takes to call the shots for a championship contender. […]

The Denver Nuggets have become a title contender this season, thanks in large part to All-Star big man Nikola Jokic. The Joker is putting up 20.1 points, 10.8 rebounds and 7.4 assists per game this year, and should he maintain such production until the end of the regular season, he will achieve a historic feat: Nikola […]

Wednesday night, Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade played what almost certainly was his final game against the Boston Celtics, ending one of the most intense rivalries the NBA has seen over the past decade. Wade faced the Celtics in three consecutive playoffs from 2010-12, with LeBron James participating in the latter two series after he […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma is questionable for Thursday night’s game when they face the Golden State Warriors due to a foot injury: Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma (left foot peroneal tendinitis) is listed as QUESTIONABLE for tomorrow's game against the Warriors — Ryan Ward (@RyanWardLA) April 4, 2019 For the sixth straight season, the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to be major players this summer after failing to make the playoffs for the sixth consecutive season despite adding four-time MVP LeBron James to the lineup. The Lakers have enough cap space to sign one more player to a max contract, and they will make a play for the […]

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid recently said that he’s the most unstoppable player in the NBA, and he has an argument given the dominance he has shown in his short time in the league so far. But there are a lot of fans who raised their eyebrows with Embiid’s statement and immediately sought the reaction of […]

Over the last decade, the NBA has seen many of its superstars jump from one team to another. The Milwaukee Bucks are fully aware of this trend, so they are already thinking of ways to change it, as they intend to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo on their team until the end of his career. General manager Jon […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to make major moves in the offseason after failing to make the playoffs for the sixth consecutive year, despite the fact that they have added superstar LeBron James last summer. One of the rumored moves that the Lakers will make is replacing current head coach Luke Walton, who has […]

When Dwyane Wade, LeBron James, and Chris Bosh teamed up with the Miami Heat back in 2010, there was speculation that the three had discussed the idea of forming the superteam as early as the 2008 Olympics. But Wade denied these allegations in his interview with Sports Illustrated’s Rohan Nadkarni, saying that he, James, and […]

When the Miami Heat acquired LeBron James and Chris Bosh back in 2010, everybody thought the team would be together for a long time. The two, alongside mainstay Dwyane Wade, formed one of the most imposing superstar trios in NBA history. They were still in their mid 20s and were still at the peak of […]

Before the beginning of the season, Dwyane Wade announced that he will play one more year before walking away from the NBA for good. The three-time champion is set to retire this year, whether the Miami Heat makes the playoffs or not. But even before Wade made his decision, there were already rumors that he […]

When LeBron James and Chris Bosh joined Dwyane Wade to form the Big Three of the Miami Heat back in 2010, everybody thought they were going to win a lot of titles. They shrugged off their early-season struggles to reach the 2011 NBA Finals and faced the Dallas Mavericks. Everybody thought that it would be […]

When the Miami Heat’s Big Three of Dwyane Wade, LeBron James, and Chris Bosh formed in 2010, it received a lot of negative reactions from fans. They were still in their primes and were the leaders of their respective teams before they joined forces in South Beach. It didn’t sit well with a lot of […]

Dwyane Wade is playing his final season in the NBA, and whether or not the Miami Heat makes the playoffs, the three-time champion will be remembered as one of the most electrifying superstars to ever play in the league. His most memorable accomplishment is arguably the team’s 2006 title win against the Dallas Mavericks. After […]

The Golden State Warriors earned a much-needed 116-102 win over the Denver Nuggets in a potential Western Conference Finals showdown at Oracle Arena. The fans were clearly behind the Dubs during the game, and the arena had a playoff-like atmosphere once again. After the game, Warriors guard Klay Thompson gave huge props to the crowd, […]

There’s usually a story in every NBA player’s jersey number. Often times, their decision to pick a specific number to wear has something to do with favorite players while they were growing up, or they dedicate it to a family member who played basketball before them. But for Orlando Magic All-Star Nikola Vucevic, it’s both. […]

The Golden State Warriors recently lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves 131-130, thanks in part to two crucial calls that didn’t go their way in the final six minutes of the game. The Dubs are gunning for a third straight title, and officiating could play a huge factor for or against them, especially in the playoffs. […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Lonzo Ball has sued Alan Foster, the co-founder of Big Baller Brand, after he reportedly stole more than $1.5 million from the company. Can confirm Lonzo Ball is suing Big Baller Brand co-founder Alan Foster. The suit has not been processed yet but that is expected to happen tomorrow. Ball alleges […]

It has been another disappointing season for the New York Knicks, and for the team’s fans, this is nothing new. Year after year after year, Knicks’ owner James Dolan has failed to assemble a team good enough to even make the playoffs. Their second place finish in the Eastern Conference back in the 2012-13 season […]

Following the Boston Celtics’ 110-105 win against the Miami Heat, Kyrie Irving had nothing but praises for Dwyane Wade who is about to retire after this season. Irving said he wants everyone, including the media to remember what Wade has done for the league and let him retire as a hero. “He’s sacrificed a lot […]

Brooklyn Nets head coach Kenny Atkinson and his assistants are on the verge of finalizing contract extensions, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Details of the contract are yet to be released to the public, but it is believed that Atkinson and his staff will sign their extensions with the franchise anytime soon. With Atkinson calling […]

Dallas Mavericks forward Kristaps Porzingis is under investigation after a woman claimed that she was raped by the 7-foot-3 Latvian star. The accuser said she was allegedly raped by Porzingis back in February 7, 2018, hours after the then New York Knicks star suffered a knee injury that would sideline him for more than a […]

Draymond Green has been part of a sea change in professional basketball. There is no question that the NBA has evolved over the last decade. The most obvious change in how the game is played is the 3-point shot. Since 2012, the league has seen an increase in 3-point attempts taken by all 30 teams […]

Dallas Maverick icon Dirk Nowitzki was one of the most unstoppable players during his prime. Aside from his signature fadeaway jumper, the Mavs forward has also punished opponents both from inside the post and beyond the arc. Philadelphia 76ers coach Brett Brown knows Nowitzki very well, and he’s one of the many people who can […]

In what could be Dirk Nowitzki’s final season in the NBA, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has issued a statement regarding the future Hall of Famer’s potential final home game with the Mavs on April 9th. Cuban admitted that he is not thinking about it at all, saying the thought that this could be Dirk’s […]

NBA players continue to pay tribute to slain rapper Nipsey Hussle. But while most of them have taken to social media to show respect for the artist, Toronto Raptors star Kawhi Leonard honored him through his game-worn sneakers against the Orlando Magic. Kawhi Leonard pays homage to Nipsey Hussle. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/AuyTFJuNay — B/R Kicks (@brkicks) […]

After the Michigan State Spartans eliminated the Duke Blue Devils from the NCAA tournament yesterday, ESPN is now reporting that freshman forward and collegiate sensation Zion Williamson is strongly considering returning to Duke next season. According to the report, Williamson’s camp isn’t really excited to be part of the teams that are expected to get […]

Before Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade played his final game at the TD Garden, the home floor of the Boston Celtics, the C’s general manager Danny Ainge presented the three-time champion with a gift. Ainge presented Wade a plaque that has a piece of Boston’s 2008 parquet floor in it. Celtics president Danny Ainge gifted […]

With five games left in the regular season, Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens emphasized the importance of resting players, particularly Al Horford who has been pivotal for the team this season. Speaking to reporters during shootaround, Stevens pointed out that letting Horford rest in some of their few remaining games will be crucial for […]

With the Golden State Warriors playing their final season at the Oracle Arena, head coach Steve Kerr can’t help but reminisce his years inside the stadium. The Oracle Arena has been a witness to one of the most dominant runs in NBA history, with the Warriors going to four straight NBA Finals and winning multiple […]

The Los Angeles Lakers could be the frontrunners to land Golden State Warriors star Kevin Durant this summer, as multiple sources confirm that the two-time Finals MVP and champion is very interested in teaming up with LeBron James. The Lakers have reportedly gained confidence that they can land Durant via free agency, with the All-Star […]

After giving slain rapper Nipsey Hussle a tribute video prior to their game against the Memphis Grizzlies, the Los Angeles Clippers continue to pay their respects to the 33-year old artist, as they honor him with a jersey and a pair of sneakers which they placed inside their locker room. Rest in peace, Nipsey Hussle. […]

The Los Angeles Clippers honored slain rapper Nipsey Hussle by showing a tribute video before their game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Hussle was shot multiple times on Sunday evening outside a clothing store in Los Angeles that he was associated with. Two other people were shot in the said incident, and all three victims were […]

Although the MVP conversations this season are about Giannis Antetokounmpo, James Harden, and Paul George, Russell Westbrook continues to be one of the best all-around players this season. Oklahoma City Thunder’s All-Star guard notched his 30th triple-double of the season by scoring 25 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, and dishing out 11 assists in a losing […]

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich has been ejected early in the third quarter of the team’s home game against the Sacramento Kings. Popovich was absolutely livid after a specific play in which the ball went out of bounds in favor of the Kings. The veteran head coach believes the ball should’ve gone to […]

NBA players have sent their deepest condolences to the family and friends of rapper Nipsey Hussle, who was gunned down Sunday in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Los Angeles. LeBron James has already offered his respects and prayers to the family of the famed rapper and businessman. Now, other NBA stars and players followed suit, with […]

The Golden State Warriors will be facing the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday night, and two-time MVP Stephen Curry arrived at the Oracle Arena well-prepared. Steph Curry arrived at the arena tonight in a Stephen Jackson throwback Warriors jersey and with an oven mitt (“hot stove contact”). — Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) March 31, 2019 Steph with […]