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After last playing for the Denver Nuggets back in November, the team received promising news a few weeks back when Paul Millsap was cleared to resume basketball-related activities and was even able to practice. While head coach Mike Malone has told reporters the team is expecting a March return, good news came out of Denver […]

When LaVar Ball decided to pull out his sons, LiAngelo and LaMelo, from their respective schools and turn them to professional basketball players in Lithuania, many saw it as a huge risk for their future in the NBA, as their stocks could plummet. Their belief grew further when the two were not able to play […]

As the basketball season of Spartanburg Day School came to an end over the weekend, so was the career of Zion Williamson with them — the teenager who is widely regarded as one of the best high school players in the country today. Instead of it being a sad day for their basketball program, the […]

Despite all the awareness being raised by NBA players, as well as different athletes and celebrities about equality and their movement against acts of racial discrimination, it is still rampant in society. League games are not spared from it as well, with players at times being subjected to these lowly gestures by some unruly fans. […]

Since making his debut for the Philadelphia 76ers last season, Joel Embiid has shown that he is one of the most hilarious figures in all of social media. He has his unorthodox ways and tells stories in a very animated and funny manner, including his recent pregame routine on Sunday Before their game against the […]

Latvia is not considered a basketball powerhouse in Europe in the past couple of decades. However, with the emergence of Kristaps Porzingis as a bonafide star, the country’s fortunes have turned around in recent international tournaments, as he has been their go-to-guy, using his experience playing in the NBA, where he has showcased his talents […]

Whenever he’s on the court, Toronto Raptors star guard DeMar DeRozan is always a fierce competitor and one of the most exciting players to watch. After games, he is often seen having fun with his teammates, or even videobombing them during some interviews. What many do not know, though, is the story of DeRozan’s struggle […]

Golden State Warriors center Zaza Pachulia once again received a lot of criticism on Saturday following their blowout victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder. During one sequence, Pachulia tried to go for the rebound after seeing Russell Westbrook missed a shot, but when he saw the latter on the floor, he appeared to intentionally fall […]

After a long flight from Memphis to Miami in between games, the Grizzlies players can’t wait to get to their hotel rooms and call it a night while lying down on their beds. However, for Chandler Parsons and Marc Gasol, they even had to spend more time traveling to their rooms. That’s because they got […]

When healthy and in the zone, San Antonio Spurs swingman Danny Green is a tough cover for his defenders, as he is a streaky shooter who can light it up from almost anywhere on the court. However, he also found out recently what can be an effective stopper for him— and it’s not even a […]

Golden State Warriors guard Nick Young turned a lot of heads once again on Saturday with his choice of outfit. It was hard not to notice, to say the least, as he was wearing a very colorful shirt with his chest exposed. He received a lot of hilarious comments on social media, and also some […]

For most of the San Antonio Spurs players, they have remained focused on just playing basketball, and are rarely seen showing off their playful sides. That has been something they have been known for, but it changed recently when Dejounte Murray goofed around in front of cameras during LaMarcus Aldridge’s interview. After their convincing win […]

After serving a 25-day sentence for a probation violation, coupled with the Achilles injury he suffered in January, it’s safe to say that Kentavious Caldwell-Pope did not have one of his best two-month stretches as a pro. However, now that the Los Angeles Lakers swingman has passed both of them, he is back playing at […]

Oklahoma City Thunder center Steven Adams has improved leaps and bounds from when he came into the league, establishing himself as a force inside the paint, especially on the offensive glass. It has also made him part of a rare breed of players who average more rebounds on the offensive end than on defense. Part […]

Throughout his career, Nick Young has shown that he has the flare for the dramatic, especially when it comes to fashion, including how he rocks attires on game days. He’s worn some of the more eccentric articles of clothing in the past, even before he joined the Golden State Warriors. The 32-year-old USC product once […]

Since becoming an All-Star and getting a lot of attention in his NBA career, Isaiah Thomas has always been vocal about his admiration for the game of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. Thomas has said multiple times that he grew up being a fan of The Black Mamba — his favorite player. That said, […]

The game between the Golden State Warriors and Oklahoma City Thunder turned out to be a blowout, with the home team winning, 112-80. However, what the score did not reflect was how physical it was. The physicality was headlined by a controversial incident where Zaza Pachulia appeared to fall intentionally on Russell Westbrook’s leg to try […]

When competing in games, Oklahoma City Thunder star guard Russell Westbrook is one of the most focused and fiercest players in the league today. He rarely does things other than keeping his mind on the task at hand, which has been an admirable characteristic of Westbrook. However on Saturday versus the Golden State Warriors, the […]

The success of the Marvel movie The Black Panther has been a result of millions of fans watching it since it was shown in theaters. Those who did include the NBA on TNT crew who are all still very much hyped about the film. Proof of this is their social media team sharing a photo […]

The Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers have been one of the most storied rivalries in the NBA. From all their battles, fans of both teams understand what it means to their franchises if they win against them. That said, it comes as a complete surprise that the NBA even considered selling some shirts of […]

The NBA Slam Dunk Contest participants on Saturday took centerstage as all four of them threw down some powerful and creative slams that kept the fans highly entertained. However, it was the judges who were also much talked about during the event, as many questioned some of the scores they gave. From dunks not receiving […]

Since making his debut for the Philadelphia 76ers, Ben Simmons has shown that he can play at the point guard spot and be effective in it as well. Despite standing at 6-foot-10, the Sixers rookie has the ability to locate his open teammates and set them up for easy baskets. Simmons once again showcased his […]

Chicago Bulls forward Bobby Portis turned a lot of heads with his strong performance on Thursday night against the Philadelphia 76ers. He led the team’s charge by recording an NBA career-high of 38 points, to go along with eight rebounds and three assists. However, the Bulls came up short and fell to their opponents, 116-115. […]

Despite being up by 23 points after the first quarter, the game between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Sacramento Kings turned into a very close matchup as the home team rallied their way to erase the big deficit staring at them. However, when the game is on the line, the Thunder have a huge advantage […]

When players are in the zone during games, it’s a special feeling for them being in a position where it appears they can’t be stopped and can score at will. It also leads to them making some bold claims on how many points they can score on the night, just like what Chicago Bulls forward […]

After news came out that Lonzo Ball is expected to make is return to action on Friday against the Dallas Mavericks, the Los Angeles Lakers fans are very excited with the development. However, there are also others who are concerned about how Isaiah Thomas’ addition will affect his game. The two showed during their latest […]

When news about Kyrie Irving requesting for a trade from the Cleveland Cavaliers emerged back in the offseason, it caught many by surprise, especially with the success he’s enjoying with the team. Making it to the NBA Finals three straight years is by no means an easy feat, and he has also been playing well […]

With the concerning news that was reported recently about the corrosive workplace environment within the Dallas Mavericks organization that stemmed from a sexual harassment issue involving their former official, the NBA is already starting to come up with steps to prevent such acts from happening again. That said, the league office will apparently launch a […]

Despite only being teammates for a couple of weeks now and not even having the opportunity yet to share the floor together in an actual game, Lonzo Ball has already spent some time with Isaiah Thomas, especially during their latest practice session. That has given him a deeper understanding of what his mindset is as […]

Veteran sports analyst Skip Bayless has made a name for himself as a fiery host on T.V. who is not afraid to speak his mind about different topics, whether it may be controversial or not. Recently, he made another bold claim on his Twitter account, taking a shot at New Orleans Pelicans big man Anthony […]

Following the news about the Chicago Bulls opting to start David Nwaba and Cristiano Felicio starting in their game on Thursday against the Philadelphia 76ers, it has now been reported that both Robin Lopez and Justin Holiday will not suit up for the team on the night, according to nick Friedell of ESPN. Robin Lopez […]

As Lonzo Ball prepares for his much awaited return to action on Friday against the Dallas Mavericks, he understands that there’s a lot of work to be done in order for him to regain his old form. That said, he is looking to get all the help that he needs to get himself up to […]

The violent shooting incident that happened in Parkland, Florida last week has caught the attention of people not just in the country but all over the world as well. That includes NBA players and coaches, who have raised awareness and making it known that they condemn such acts where numerous lives are lost. Golden State […]

Following the promising development reported about the Orlando Magic having both Nikola Vucevic and Aaron Gordon on track to return to action for them on Thursday, their fans may want to lessen their expectations on them for the meantime to produce huge numbers immediately. Despite potentially seeing them share the court with their teammates again […]

After suffering a Grade 3 ankle sprain two months ago, Reggie Jackson has been recovering from it to be able to return to the court within the initial six-to-eight week timetable given to him by team doctors. Not a lot has been heard about him since, but that recently changed as the Detroit Pistons gave […]

The Golden State Warriors may need to play shorthanded on Thursday when they go up against the L.A. Clippers. Despite already being able to practice, rookie forward Jordan Bell is unlikely to see action on the night, according to Monte Poole of NBC Sports Bay Area. Jordan Bell (ankle) practiced with #Warriors today but will […]

The Dallas Mavericks are at the center of some controversy with news stemming from a sexual harassment incident involving their former official. It has made two similar instances in the past, involving the New York Knicks, become a much talked about topic again, especially with the NBA appearing to most likely reprimand the Mavs for […]

During their days with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Dwyane Wade and Channing Frye formed a strong bond. Being two veterans in the league, their experience as professionals was something they shared to their younger teammates, and also had a lot of fun together with the jokes and roasting they did to one another. Despite being with […]

Outside of his impressive skills on the basketball court, Portland Trail Blazers star guard Damian Lillard is also making a name for himself as a rapper and is widely considered as the best one in the NBA today. He has already released two albums and was patronized well by the fans, even reaching the top […]