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Heading into last month’s draft, many were projecting former NC State point guard Dennis Smith Jr. to be a top-five pick. However, he wasn’t chosen early until he was selected by the Dallas Mavericks, who felt very fortunate to still see him available at the ninth overall selection. In the Summer League, the 19-year-old has impressed […]

Nick Young may have established himself as one of the better shooters in the league today, but his game has more to offer than just knocking down shots from beyond the arc. During a Drew League game on Sunday, Swaggy P showed off his sick handles when he completed a between-the-legs crossover on Baron Davis, […]

Throughout the ongoing Summer League, Los Angeles Lakers rookie Lonzo Ball has dazzled the fans watching him by showcasing his all-around game. He is currently the only player that has recorded a triple-double in this year’s tournament so far, impressing many in the process. During Sunday’s game between his team and the Dallas Mavericks, the […]

Outside of basketball, Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry also enjoys playing golf and is quite good at it. He even admitted before that he continues to find time to play more on the greens during the NBA season to further improve his skills. Now in the offseason break, the former back-to-back MVP joined a […]

Dell Curry and his son, Golden State Warriors star guard Stephen Curry, have always had a good relationship. During his playing days, he used to bring his son along with him, and now that he is showcasing his skills in the NBA, he is supporting him by watching as much of his games. With the two […]

During the summer of 2012, one of the biggest trades that happened was when the Orlando Magic agreed to send Dwight Howard to the Los Angeles Lakers. Considered a top-three center that time, his addition to the L.A. team was thought of by many as the signing that could take them to the next level, […]

Luc Richard Mbah a Moute has found a new home. According to Chris Haynes of ESPN, the defensive-minded forward has agreed to a one-year deal with the Houston Rockets, and will be reunited with his teammate with his former L.A. Clippers teammate in Chris Paul. Free agent Luc Mbah a Moute has reached an agreement with the Houston […]

New Charlotte Hornets center Dwight Howard has made a name for himself as someone who doesn’t take online trolls lightly. He has entertained some made to him in the past, and recently did it again by clapping back at one of his critics on Twitter. The 31-year-old replied not just once, but three times in […]

For basketball fans in Philadelphia, Sunday night will not just be any ordinary one as 76ers legend Allen Iverson will be playing one again inside the Wells Fargo Center. With the Big3 League making its way to the City of Brotherly Love, it will be a feeling of deja vu for the Philly faithful, as they are […]

It’s no secret that LaVar Ball and Joel Embiid are not shy of speaking their minds and being part of headlines. For the past couple of weeks, the two have been involved in a fiery back-and-forth on social media and interviews, which have gotten the attention of a lot of basketball fans. Recently, the founder of […]

With the lack of interest he generated from team’s around the league, unrestricted free agent Sergio Rodriguez has already decided where he will take his talents next. The 31-year-old point guard has reportedly agreed on a three-year deal to join CSKA Moscow, who competes in the VTB United League and EuroLeague championships. NBA free-agent Sergio […]

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant has been enjoying his retirement so far and has made a number of posts on social media about the good times he’s spending with his family. He was seen last month having a blast with her youngest daughter in Disneyland, and also shared his thoughts about a trophy his […]

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Lonzo Ball has made a lot of headlines since the start of the Summer League. He drew a lot of criticism for the dismal performance he had during their first outing, and had mixed reactions when he wore Kobe Bryant‘s Nike shoes and registered a huge 36-point game on Wednesday. During their […]

The Phoenix Suns took a huge blow to their Summer League campaign as their promising young forward, Marquese Chriss, suffered what appeared to be a significant ankle injury during their game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday. In the early minutes of the second quarter, the 20-year-old Washington product twisted his ankle and was visibly in […]

Following the departure of DeMarre Carroll, Patrick Patterson, and P.J. Tucker from their team this summer, the Toronto Raptors are now in search of another forward who can fill the void left by the three aforementioned players. According to Michael Grange of Rogers Sportsnet, the Raptors have turned their attention on unrestricted free agent forward Luc […]

The San Antonio Spurs have had a lot of success in the past with international players and standouts from leagues outside of the NBA. From Manu Ginobili, Tony Parker, and Patty Mills, just to name a few, the team has believed in the ability of these players to excel at the highest level. That said, […]

This coming season, Dirk Nowitzki will not be the only German international in the Dallas Mavericks‘ roster, as the team has reportedly signed Maxi Kleber recently on a partially-guaranteed, one-year deal. The 6-foot-9 forward also hails from Wurzburg, which is the former MVP’s hometown in Germany. Source: The Mavs signed German F Maxi Kleber to a […]

This year’s free agent pool may slowly be drying up, but some coveted players are still left unsigned. One of them is Derrick Rose, who has yet to come to terms with a team that is looking to add his services. The former MVP has received a decent amount of interest from some teams around […]

The blockbuster trade that sent D’Angelo Russell to the Brooklyn Nets last month came as a surprise to many. The Los Angeles Lakers fans also thought that he is an integral part of their rebuilding process, and would be a fixture in their lineup for years to come, adding to the shock they felt when the […]

For months now, New York Knicks star forward Carmelo Anthony has been in the center of trade rumors, linking him to multiple teams. The latest one was a potential deal that would send him to the Houston Rockets, but so far, nothing has materialized. Although there is mutual interest between both parties, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst […]

Despite making it known that he will be ready for the start of training camp, it still remains unclear when exactly newly acquired Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine will be seen on the court once again. He is currently ahead of schedule in his recovery, and he is positive that he will be able to be […]

With Russell Westbrook now on the clock regarding whether he’ll sign the super max extension offer from the Oklahoma City Thunder, a lot of speculation has already started on where he’ll ultimately end up after next season. However, the team remains positive that they’ll be able to retain his services. According to Royce Young of […]

Before Paul George was ultimately dealt to the Oklahoma City Thunder, he was included in a lot of trade chatter that linked him with the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers. However, mod pundits didn’t know he could’ve ended up with the recently crowned champions, the Golden State Warriors, if they agreed to the offer […]

The New York Knicks finally have their new general manager, agreeing to terms Sacramento Kings vice president Scott Perry to fill in their job vacancy. Sources with @IanBegley: New York met with Sacramento VP Scott Perry today, discussing deal parameters to make Perry new Knicks GM. — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) July 13, 2017 Sources say […]

There is no doubt that Steve Kerr is one of the best young coaches in the NBA today, leading the Golden State Warriors to three straight Finals appearances, winning two of them, in his first four years with the team. However, his latest interview leaves a lot to be desired, as his comparison of Kevin […]

Taj Gibson may have a new team in the Minnesota Timberwolves, but he will not be able to drive around Minneapolis, at least anytime soon. After he was caught making an illegal U-turn in New York City last week, the veteran power forward recently revealed during his introductory press conference, via Jace Frederick of the […]

Newly-acquired Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine is currently recovering from an ACL injury he suffered back in February. Five months after he underwent surgery, LaVine is ahead of schedule in his recovery and is looking forward to playing for his new team. The 22-year-old UCLA product recently told Marc J. Spears of ESPN that he […]

After signing with the San Antonio Spurs, their fans are wondering if Rudy Gay can return to his old self following the torn Achilles tendon he suffered last year. Many professional athletes have not been the same after suffering the injuryHowever, Gay has the utmost confidence that he can bounce back from it, and he even […]

As the Los Angeles Lakers slowly build a vastly improved roster, they are now focused on adding a backup point guard capable of running their offense. That said, it has been reported that the team is considering some young prospects who can fill in their need, including Ian Clark, who still remains a free agent. According […]

The NBA will once again bring its players closer to fans in London, as the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers are scheduled to play a regular season in the U.K. in January. According to a piece made by Steve Bulpett of the Boston Herald, the teams will meet on January 11th at the O2 Arena […]

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has never been shy of speaking his mind and even talk about controversial issues surrounding the NBA. At the end of the season, he even gave comments that basically said he admitted to tanking the final month of the season when they were eliminated from playoff contention, raising a lot of eyebrows from members […]

Kevin Durant took a lot of criticism last year for deciding to join the Golden State Warriors, as it further strengthened their hold as the odds-on favorites to win the title. After winning the title last month, the shots fired against him did not stop, as he drew more flak from it, and he was […]

In his two seasons in the NBA so far, Sacramento Kings center Willie Cauley-Stein has shown that he can be a force to be reckoned with in the future, given his impressive skill set. He is a traditional big man who operates mostly inside the paint, and has a knack for getting the offensive rebounds and […]

While the L.A. Clippers’ decision to trade Chris Paul to the Houston Rockets came as a shock to many, one could only imagine what the All-Star point guard had to go through after it was made official. Although he does not need to explain to anybody why he agreed to the deal, he admitted that […]

In the NBA today, it is a normal occurrence seeing players deciding to play for different franchises, especially with the lack of success they’ve had with their previous teams. Gone are the days when the likes of Tim Duncan, Kobe Bryant, and the multitude of players from past decades, all played for a single team throughout […]

Over the past couple of seasons, the Golden State Warriors‘ fans have seen their team, as well as their players, break some of the league’s long-standing records. On Tuesday night, they witnessed another brilliant performance from one of their rookies. During the Summer League game between the Dubs and Dallas Mavericks, Jordan Bell was able […]

The Denver Nuggets announced on Tuesday that they have waived veteran shooting guard Mike Miller, after he spent the past two seasons with the team. We have waived veteran guard Mike Miller. pic.twitter.com/T7RJ2NUDaE — Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) July 11, 2017 The development makes the 37-year-old Florida product an unrestricted free agent, and will most likely […]

Dewayne Dedmon has found a new home. After news surfaced that he and the Atlanta Hawks were working on a deal, the 27-year-old USC product has now reportedly agreed on a two-year contract worth $14 million, that will make him a part of the rebuilding franchise. Can confirm @ShamsCharania report that Hawks have agreed to […]

Following the trade that sent him to the Boston Celtics, Marcus Morris is now looking forward to the opportunity to play for a contender and one of the most storied franchises in NBA history. He even took to his Twitter account recently to let his followers know, as well as the Boston faithful, that he […]