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The NBA Finals MVP Award, now known as the Bill Russell Finals MVP Award, is usually given to the best-performing player from the championship team. Throughout the years, it’s only natural that the prestigious trophy has been handed to the greatest players of the game, players that have cemented their legacies. Given the competitive nature […]

After two decades, Freakier Friday reunites Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis in the sequel to 2003’s Freaky Friday. This time around, the body-swapping will involve new blood. Hollywood is oversaturated with sequels, especially legacy sequels that revive old franchises. Some are successful. But for every Top Gun: Maverick, there’s a Matrix Resurrections. Where does […]

Well, after two years, Brock Lesnar has made his WWE return at the 2025 SummerSlam PLE, attacking John Cena. The moment sent shockwaves throughout the WWE fanbase, as Lesnar was named in Janel Grant’s lawsuit against Vince McMahon. There were also reports that he was on TKO’s “banned” list, lessening the chances he would ever […]

With 17 NBA championship banners and one NBA Cup title in their rafters, the Los Angeles Lakers are one of the most decorated franchises in NBA history, even going back to their days in Minneapolis. Throughout the years, the franchise has been successful in luring in some of the biggest stars. With a surplus of […]

For a number of years, NBA fans have consistently debated on who the GOAT of basketball is. Currently, the three players in the heated conversation are Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant. These three superstars have certainly impacted the game like few others. But with the focus on them, it’s easy to overlook other […]

The NBA has become more global than ever before thanks to the influx of international talent. While USA is still No. 1 in producing NBA talent, the rest of the world is catching up. But more importantly, even some international talents have already cemented themselves in the league with Hall of Fame-worthy careers. Here is […]

Paul George is still considered one of the brightest stars in the NBA. However, he certainly has a lot to prove, especially after a disappointing season with the Philadelphia 76ers. But while PG will always be dangerous on the court, fans are still trying to gauge his ability as a podcaster. The nine-time All-Star kicked […]

Teams that missed out on the Dallas Mavericks’ top overall pick, Cooper Flagg, this year will get a chance to take a player just like him soon, as his twin brother, Ace Flagg, is on his way. Ace doesn’t have the same skills as Cooper, but everything else should be relatively the same, with Ace […]

Jersey retirements are a great way to celebrate special NBA figures who took part in a franchise’s glorious eras. As a result, the elite company is composed of impactful players who played a huge role in reeling in championships and record-breaking moments. But while it’s usually justified when a player gets his jersey number retired, […]

Choosing a jersey number is common in playing basketball across all levels. But for some players, there’s more that lies beneath the number. For some, it’s a way to honor specific events and special persons. And for others, it’s a great way to convey a message. Here is a look at the 10 best stories […]

The Harper family is becoming quite the powerhouse in basketball. Of course, it is Dylan Harper who is most in the spotlight right now. The San Antonio Spurs made the Rutgers product the number two overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Harper put his skills on display and showed everybody why he could be […]

Every NBA star who wins a title earns plenty of praise. However, doing it with the teams that drafted them in the first place puts them in a class of their own. But in an era where loyalty isn’t a premium aspect compared to rings, it’s only natural for stars to look for greener pastures. […]

NBA predraft comparisons have usually been a decent way of gauging a prospect’s ceiling and impact in the league. However, projections aren’t always the most accurate way of predicting a player’s potential. Here are the 10 notable NBA players who had the most inaccurate predraft player comparisons, ranked. Check out the gallery. 10. DeAndre Ayton […]

Kevin Durant is one of the most polarizing superstars in the NBA. And despite winning an NBA MVP, two NBA titles, and two Finals MVPs, a lot of critics continue to question the legitimacy of his accolades since winning his chips with the Golden State Warriors. And his burden just grew bigger after Durant was […]

Player movements are getting more and more common in the NBA, especially when the hunt for an elusive title is within reach. As a result, even stars won’t hesitate to look for greener pastures. But coincidentally, even some players eventually find their way back to their former teams. And while reunions are great in itself, […]

Getting drafted in the NBA is a huge steppingstone to realizing a childhood dream for many aspiring professional basketball players. In fact, it’s a privilege that could only be enjoyed by 60 prospects every year. But surprisingly, some players aren’t satisfied with getting their name called, especially when it’s a franchise they don’t want to […]

Leave it to Adam Sandler to try to save the sport of golf in Netflix’s Happy Gilmore 2, the long-awaited sequel (that once seemed impossible) to the 1996 classic golf movie. In the sequel, he is tasked with taking down a new, innovative golf league, Maxi, which is determined to make golf watchable again. Their […]

NBA players are popular personalities. Given that they’re basically celebrities, it’s only natural that they also date other famous personalities such as actresses, models, or even fellow professional athletes. Here is a look at 10 NBA players who are romantically linked with celebrities. Check out the gallery. Klay Thompson – Megan Thee Stallion Lately, Klay […]

In February 2023, Mat Ishbia was announced as the new owner of the Phoenix Suns. Thus far, his ownership has been disappointing, especially when the franchise had just made an appearance at the 2021 NBA Finals. While he has not shied away from making major moves that shook the NBA, his major swings have become […]

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander certainly had a dream 2024-25 season. But to make matters more interesting, he’s only 27 years old. Despite a not-so-ideal start to his NBA career, he has emerged as arguably the hottest rising star in the league. Here are Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 10 greatest accolades. Check out the gallery. 10. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is 2x […]

In November 2021, Odell Beckham Jr. made headlines for more than just joining the Super Bowl favorite Los Angeles Rams in the middle of the season. The star wide receiver signed a one-year deal worth $750,000 after getting waived by the Cleveland Browns, but what generated more buzz was how he chose to be paid. […]

In a conference as hard as a rock like the West, if you don’t have a team that has a real chance to win it all, you’re better off finding luck in the NBA draft. The Utah Jazz realized their roster wasn’t good enough with Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert as their core in 2022 […]

Throughout the history of the NBA, there have been several stars that have graced the league. Although some players were superstars at their own right, others needed to be in the right situation to succeed. Here is a look at 10 NBA players who wouldn’t have become stars had they been drafted elsewhere. Check out […]

While there were more movies released between Iron Man and Avengers: Infinity War than there have been since Avengers: Endgame to The Fantastic Four: First Steps, it suddenly feels like the MCU is important again. The stakes are high again, and like Captain Marvel before Endgame, it suddenly feels like we’re getting an origin story […]

Changing sceneries is getting more and more common among NBA stars. As a result, it isn’t surprising anymore if a star decides to leave his original team for greener pastures elsewhere to win an elusive NBA title. However, given the unpredictable landscape of the league, there are times when a star decides to return and […]

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers were expected to enter a new era after the team shipped away Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic. However, it looks like the Purple and Gold are contemplating on entering a full rebuild around Luka, placing a ticking timetable on James’ tenure in Los Angeles. With plenty of chatter […]

The NBA offseason is upon us. Although basketball action has been paused, NBA fans can still look forward to some roster changes that can potentially alter the league’s landscape. While every offseason has its own story, there’s no question that some summers have changed the course of history. Here are the 10 most chaotic offseasons […]

NBA legends were some of the best players during their era. But while their legacy is timeless, basketball fans would agree that some of them were better off in their respective eras. Here is a look at 10 NBA legends who would struggle in the modern NBA. Check out the gallery. Shaquille O’Neal Shaquille O’Neal […]

One-and-done college players are usually highly touted prospects who are deemed ready to play in the NBA. However, that isn’t always the case. Here are the 10 one-and-done college players with the least successful NBA careers, ranked. Check out the gallery. 10. Jabari Parker At the 2014 NBA Draft, a lot of people believed that […]

The 2025 NBA Playoffs saw several superstars go down with a torn Achilles, a dreaded injury that has derailed the careers of several notable players. The Achilles tendon is responsible for absorbing impact, making an injury a career-altering one. While players like Kevin Durant and Dominique Wilkins were successful enough to recover well from the […]

Usually in the NBA, there’s not a lot of events that get more intense than a Game 7. The 2025 NBA Finals forced both the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers into a seven-game series. But in the end, it was the Thunder who emerged victorious by winning Game 7 with the score of 103-91 […]

It’s sad that Friday was supposed to be Billy Joel’s historic Yankee Stadium show, but his Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus diagnosis changed everything. At least HBO’s new two-part documentary, Billy Joel: And So It Goes, is here to fill the “Piano Man”-less void. Documentaries about legendary artists like Joel have to toe a fine line. Some, […]

More often than not, NBA players usually learn how to play basketball at a young age. A great way to master a sport is to start early. But as the saying goes, it’s never too late to start something new. In fact, there are a handful of NBA stars who actually only held a basketball […]

NBA legends are former NBA stars who are long gone from the league but continue to be remembered for their respective legacies. But given that the NBA drastically changes, one cannot help but wonder what if some of these legends were able to play in the modern era during their peak. And there’s no question […]

Becoming a college basketball star is a surefire way of getting the attention of NBA scouts. However, succeeding at the college level isn’t always going to translate to the NBA level. The Dallas Mavericks certainly hope that isn’t the case after the Mavericks drafted Duke star Cooper Flagg in the 2025 NBA Draft. However, here […]

Ever since the NBA imposed the rule that all American prospects had to play for at least one year of college basketball, it has been a tradition that nearly every prospect plays in the college basketball ranks. However, some prospects just didn’t need to play in the NCAA to become NBA-ready. Here are the 10 […]

Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham has been in the WNBA for seven seasons. She might not have a lot of individual accolades to her name, but if the W ever had an award to recognize the most athletic player in the league, Cunningham would be at the leaderboard. Sophie Cunningham played just about every sport […]

If a Flamin’ Hot Cheeto in the shape of Michael Jordan’s Jumpman logo can get sold for thousands, you know a limited edition autographed rookie card is bound to generate some buzz. Through Pharell’s auction house (Joopiter), an autographed 1986-87 Fleer Michael Jordan rookie card was sold at $2.5 million last June, becoming the third most […]

While the Seattle Seahawks are looking for a few sleepers to shine, they are holding out hope their new quarterback won’t flop. But with training camp coming soon, it’s a good time to look back at the 10 greatest Seahawks teams of all time. Seattle joined the NFL as an expansion franchise in 1976. The […]