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Golden State WarriorsWarriors fan who fell from upper deck after Game 7 says a Cavs fan pushed him off

The Warriors fan who fell 50 feet from the second deck of Oracle Arena after Game 7 of the NBA Finals is awake and his family has released a video of him describing the shocking scenario that led to his fall. Salvator Bimbo, a 21 year old father of two, states in the video that […]

Los Angeles LakersMitch Kupchak believes L.A. is a more attractive market in free agency this year

After turning in the worst season of the franchise’s illustrious 67 year history, the Los Angeles Lakers have some work to do. Luckily, according to GM Mitch Kupchak, the team is a more attractive place for free agents than it was last year. With Kobe Bryant’s farewell tour now over, Kupchak believes he can offer […]

Memphis GrizzliesJustin Timberlake actively recruiting Mike Conley

With the free agency period beginning this Friday, the number one priority for many teams is not to woo outside superstars, but to convince players they already have to stay with the team. Following the success Lebron James had in leaving his team to chase a championship, NBA franchises that feature ring-less stars must make […]

Utah JazzTop Prospects Refused to Work Out for Jazz

On Wednesday the Utah Jazz agreed to a three team trade that would send this year’s number 12 draft pick to Atlanta in return for Pacers’ point guard George Hill. At 30 years old, Hill will become the most experienced player on the roster for the Jazz, who missed the playoffs by one game this […]

Chicago BullsPresident Obama May Become Owner of NBA Franchise

Since taking office, President Barack Obama has made no secret of being a basketball fan. The former high school hoops player never quit playing as he went through college, and eventually public service, and of his first moves as President was to convert the White House tennis court into a basketball court large enough for […]

Charlotte HornetsLin Opts Out of Contract

Just prior to Wednesday’s deadline, Jeremy Lin opted out of his contract with the Charlotte Hornets for next season. Lin would have stood to make $2.2 million in 2016-17, after signing a 2 year $4.3 million contract before last season. The move was expected, given that nearly all players with the option are electing for new […]

Golden State WarriorsWarriors are the early favorite for 2017 title

The Golden State Warriors are currently facing immense disappointment, becoming the first team in NBA history to blow a 3-1 lead in the Finals. Warriors fans do have something to look forward to however, as Vegas sportsbooks place Golden State as the early favorite to win the 2017 title at 7-4 odds. Newly crowned champion […]

Golden State WarriorsReport: Cavaliers attempted to extend Draymond Green's suspension to two games

After further reviewing a play in which Draymond Green made contact with the groin area of LeBron James, the NBA decided to give Green a flagrant-one, automatically suspending him for Game 5 of the series. According to ESPN’s Zach Lowe, the Cavaliers wanted even more. Cavaliers officials reportedly lobbied the league office to upgrade the […]

Minnesota TimberwolvesTimberwolves poised for huge leap very soon

The Minnesota Timberwolves have not produced a winning record since the 2004-05 season. The closest they have come to breaking this streak was three years ago when the team went 40-42. The following year the T-Wolves traded away superstar Kevin Love, and the team could only muster a meager 16 wins. This season, the team improved, […]

Indiana PacersMetta World Peace speaks daily with Malice at the Palace cup thrower

Many NBA fans remember the infamous Malice at the Palace as a smear on the reputation of the league. This 2004 brawl during an early season game between the Indiana Pacers and the defending champion Detroit Pistons led to nine players being suspended for a cumulative 146 games, five players being charged with assault and […]

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