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After seeing Zach LaVine debut for them just last weekend, the Chicago Bulls are happy to have their young core complete and seeing them compete on the floor at the same time. However, just three games in, they are once again shorthanded as Kris Dunn has been placed on the NBA’s concussion protocol following the […]

Since the start of the season, Victor Oladipo has been on a tear, playing at a very high level for his new team, the Indiana Pacers. A former Hoosier, the 25-year-old is proving that he is one of the better guards in the league today and that he can bring a lot of success to […]

Following reports that came out earlier this week that he has participated in some non-contact drills, Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert could already make his much-awaited return on Friday when his team faces the New York Knicks, according to Kyle Goon of the Salt Lake Tribune. Rudy Gobert is PROBABLE for tomorrow's game against the […]

With the this season’s trade deadline only three weeks away, more and more players are getting included in trade chatters as possible ones to be moved. Perhaps one of the most rumored teams is the Utah Jazz, who are reportedly gaining interest from other franchises looking for trade partners. Rodney Hood, Alec Burks, Joe Johnson […]

After the announcement on Thursday on who the captains and starters of the All-Star Game will be, many quickly took to their Twitter and Instagram accounts. However, it was not to give their thoughts about it, but to remind R&B superstar Rihanna that Joel Embiid now has a chance to go out with her. However, […]

Even before he played his first NBA game, Joel Embiid had already made a name for himself as one of the most entertaining sports figures on all of Twitter. He even tried to ask R&B superstar Rihanna out on a date before through the social media platform, but was shut down and asked to try […]

Splash brother, baby-faced assassin and Chef Curry are just some of the nicknames given to Stephen Curry for how good he has been throughout his NBA career. Now, he can also be called “Captain.” After the results of the All-Star voting were revealed, the Golden State Warriors star guard finished with the most votes in the […]

After being on the receiving end of a shot fired by Kyle Kuzma last month, Lonzo Ball has trolled him in return recently, making fun of his fashion sense. Now, it was the former UCLA star’s brother getting into the act and roasted Kuzma on Instagram. LaMelo Ball also made fun of what the Los […]

In years past, rookies usually do not make it to the All-Star game in their first seasons in the NBA as there are a number of more deserving players than them, with the exception of a few who did, with the last one being Blake Griffin in 2011. However, Golden State Warriors head coach Steve […]

For the past three seasons, the Golden State Warriors have been the most successful team in the NBA. Having three straight Finals appearances and winning two titles over that span, their star-studded lineup has received most of the credit for their impressive run. However, Steve Kerr also deserves a lot of high praises for calling […]

The past few days in the NBA have been filled with a number of skirmishes that have led to the league office issuing fines and suspensions to the players involved. While it could be a concerning issue for many, San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich gave a hilarious reaction to it recently. The five-time […]

Zach LaVine is officially back. Only in his third game for the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday versus the Golden State Warriors, the 22-year-old UCLA product showed everyone watching that he is not hampered anymore by the ACL injury he suffered last season. After Kris Dunn completed a steal off Shaun Livingston’s pass, he quickly gave […]

Over the past few days, the NBA has seen a number of scuffles that has led to some suspensions and fines being slapped on the players involved. On Wednesday, the unwanted trend continued as another one occurred, this time, late in the game between the Charlotte Hornets and Washington Wizards, involving Michael Carter-Williams and Tim […]

With less than a month away from this season’s All-Star Weekend, the NBA and the city of Los Angeles are already preparing for the annual showcase. From the voting for the participants of the All-Star Game, to the other events slated to occur by then, it’s all being planned out well. The revelation of the […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder will have a huge boost ahead of their matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday. It has been reported that their defensive specialist, Andre Roberson, will return to action on the night and will take on his usual starting role for the team, according to Royce Young of ESPN. Andre […]

It’s no secret that the Orlando Magic are once again looking like a team that will miss out on the playoffs this season. They currently own a 13-31 record, good for 14th in the East and are eight games out of the last seed in their conference. That said, it has led to a lot […]

Over the past couple of seasons, the Portland Trail Blazers’ social media accounts, specifically their Twitter account, has been one of the more hilarious ones amongst all NBA teams. They have made posts to troll their opponents, and even their players, which has brought a lot of laughs to their followers. They did that once […]

After being traded to the Houston Rockets in the offseason, Chris Paul is starting to completely move on from Los Angeles as his tenure with the L.A. Clippers has come to an end. Proof of this is Paul selling his Bel-Air house back in September, and just recently, his other mansion in Woodland Hills, according […]

With their team having the day off on Tuesday, the Los Angeles Lakers’ trio of Kyle Kuzma, Lonzo Ball, and Brandon Ingram took some time to relax by watching a film together in the cinema. On the way inside the movie house, the rookies had some fun at the expense of the second-year forward. After seeing […]

Only a day after Kyle Kuzma roasted him for wearing a du-rag, Los Angeles Lakers rookie Lonzo Ball has returned the favor and made a strong comeback of his own. While riding the team bus, Ball took a photo of his fellow rookie wearing sweatpants and a hoodie on. He then made a hilarious caption […]

Throughout his pro career, DeMarcus Cousins has shown that he has one of the most volatile temperaments in the whole of the NBA. He has received fines and even suspensions for his outbursts and he is not the best person to taunt during games. However, Jaylen Brown did just that on Tuesday night during the […]

Prior to the hotly-contested matchup between the L.A. Clippers and Houston Rockets on Monday, Doc Rivers was asked during the pre-game presser to give his thoughts on the team’s breakup with Chris Paul during in the offseason. Rivers was asked to share if he feels it could have gone better or worse, especially with the […]

Following the much talked about altercation involving Trevor Ariza in the L.A. Clippers’ locker room on Monday, the NBA is investigating the incident and will continue to do so until Wednesday. They are seeing the Houston Rockets swingman as the aggressor and are still receiving more details about it, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Sources: […]

This season’s action on the court has been very competitive, with teams showing how much they want to win and their players not afraid to be physical during games. That said, it has led to some scuffles where shoving and even punches have been thrown and a number of fines and suspensions were handed out […]

The incident that happened in the L.A.Clippers’ locker room on Monday night has been one of the most talked topics in the basketball world lately. Following the heated game between the Clippers and Houston Rockets, it was reported that Trevor Ariza tried to confront Austin Rivers there but was asked to leave immediately by the […]

The Miami Heat suffered a huge blow on Monday as Tyler Johnson went down with an ankle injury in the third quarter. He was not able to leave the court on his own and had to be taken off in a wheelchair which was not a good sign at all for the South Beach faithful. […]

The Brooklyn Nets could receive a huge boost on Friday as D’Angelo Russell may return to action when they go up against the Miami Heat. He is not scheduled to play on Wednesday versus the San Antonio Spurs, leaving a big chance to play two nights after, according to Anthony Puccio of SB Nation. No […]

The return of Chris Paul to Staples Center versus the L.A. Clippers on Monday was a highly anticipated one as it marked the first time he’ll go up against his former team in their home court. While the Houston Rockets point guard received a warm reception from the crowd and former teammates, the game turned […]

When the Brooklyn Nets traded for D’Angelo Russell in the offseason, they planned for him to be one of their franchise cornerstones. They wanted him to play a big role and make an impact for the team since the start of the season, but Russell has been injured for the most part of the campaign […]

The Houston Rockets are making some moves to their roster. It has been reported that the Rockets will sign free agent guard Markel Brown to a two-way contract. To make room for his signing, the franchise will part ways with Briante Weber, making him an unrestricted free agent, according to Shams Charania of The Vertical. […]

Russell Westbrook surprised a lot of reporters following their win last Tuesday against the Portland Trail Blazers as he was nowhere to be found inside their locker room for post-game interviews. That happened again on Monday after they carved out a 95-88 victory over the Sacramento Kings. It has been reported that he left their […]

During the last three NBA Finals, the Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers have had hotly-contested games, with their players not minding being physical against each other. That has carried on to their regular season games as well, with the latest during their Monday night matchup that saw a physical moment between Draymond Green and […]

Monday night is a big one for NBA teams who have games scheduled, especially because they are being played on Martin Luther King Day. For Chris Paul though, it’s extra special as it marks the first time he’ll play inside Staples Center to face his former team, the L.A. Clippers, as a member of the […]

The Martin Luther King Jr. Day matchup between the Toronto Raptors and Philadelphia 76ers turned out to be very hotly contested as both teams combined for eight technical fouls. Kyle Lowry and Ben Simmons were both ejected from the game as well with only six seconds remaining after the two exchanged some harsh words at […]

The Philadelphia 76ers will make a change to their roster as they are set to sign free agent guard Demetrius Jackson to a two-way contract. To make room for his signing, the team will reportedly release James Michael McAdoo, making him an unrestricted free agent who can join any team that will claim him off […]

Wherever LaVar Ball goes these days, it is hard not to notice him especially given his popularity which has skyrocketed this last year. His antics also continue to bring more attention to him and his family, making him one of the most recognizable figures in all of sports. Now in Lithuania to accompany his sons, […]

Having played with Josh Jackson since the start of the season, Devin Booker has seen first hand how good he is as a player during practices and games. He is impressed with what he has seen from him so far and knows that the former Kansas star will only get better in the future. When […]

Since joining the Golden State Warriors back in the summer if 2016, Kevin Durant has adjusted well to the team and how they go through with their work. He has also formed strong relationships with his teammates and can often be seen enjoying himself with them on and off the court. That includes their pre-game […]

It’s no secret that the Los Angeles Lakers are looking to be very active next summer as they attempt to lure one or more big name free agents to their fold. With the rich history of the franchise, coupled with the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, Los Angeles will always be a free agent destination […]