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The Houston Rockets are gearing up for an exciting 2024-25 NBA season with a mix of veteran leadership and youthful potential. Fred VanVleet and Dillon Brooks are ready to compete for a postseason spot. Jalen Green, Jabari Smith Jr., and Cam Whitmore are more experienced. Alperen Sengun is poised to make an All-Star level leap […]

The Boston Celtics got a glimpse of what their potential path to the playoffs looks like on Thursday afternoon, as the NBA released the full schedules for the 2024-25 season. After winning it all during the 2023-24 campaign, the Green Team is on a mission to become the first squad to secure back-to-back titles since […]

The NBA unveiled the comprehensive 2024-25 season schedule for all thirty teams on Thursday, placing the Los Angeles Lakers at the forefront of national visibility. The Lakers will lead the league with 39 nationally televised games, overshadowing even the Golden State Warriors, who follow as a close second. This upcoming season promises to be particularly […]

If one were to ask Milwaukee Bucks fans about last season, many of them would probably refuse a prolonged discussion. It’s not hard to blame them either. Delving deep into the Bucks’ 2023 campaign means bringing up melancholic memories. From a momentum-halting coaching change to an early playoff exit, there’s nothing else that Bucks fans […]

With the release of a team’s schedule comes the games that really grab the attention of the fans. For the San Antonio Spurs, who begin the second year of the Victor Wembanyama era, several games stick out. We’ve narrowed them to a handful that most should look forward to with number one ranking at the […]

The NBA released the full schedule for the 2024-25 season on Thursday, presenting a notably lighter itinerary for the Orlando Magic. Positioned to capitalize on this favorable lineup, the Magic will appear in nine nationally televised games for the first time in years, including four on NBA TV. This highlights the rising interest in the […]

Franchise players play an instrumental role in potentially leading organizations to NBA championships. Given that they’re the best player in the team, it makes sense for franchises to build their roster around them. But while having a great franchise player is important to have, it isn’t the sole requisite to winning a NBA championship. In […]

Torment and disappointment are the two words fans of the Milwaukee Bucks have been associated with since they saw their team win the 2021 NBA Finals. The last three seasons have been nothing short of failure for the Bucks, as a championship turned into an Eastern Conference semifinals defeat, which has now spiraled into back-to-back […]

The age of NBA franchises handing out money to their players like there is no tomorrow is over. Don’t get me wrong, there is still a lot of money to be made, but many teams are very cognizant of their financial standings compared to where they were several seasons ago due to the league’s new […]

One of the most exciting times of the NBA offseason is the release of the new schedule. The Atlanta Hawks will be going into the season with a different team after the Dejounte Murray experiment did not work out the past two years. Murray was traded to the New Orleans Pelicans for Dyson Daniels, Larry […]

The New Orleans Pelicans have significantly changed their roster this summer, setting the stage for arguably the most anticipated season since Zion Williamon came to town. All-Star additions and a renewed focus on maximizing the potential of their exciting young core have fans expecting an NBA Playoffs appearance at a minimum. The front office is […]

As the 2024-25 NBA season approaches, the New Orleans Pelicans are poised to make a significant impact in the Western Conference. Will the best-case scenario play out though? With a mix of young talent and seasoned veterans, the Pelicans have the potential to exceed expectations. The franchise also has a history of regressing to the […]

NBA schedule release day has become one of the most anticipated days during the offseason in recent years. On Aug. 15, all 30 NBA teams revealed their 2024 schedules through unique social media posts. Of course, though, just like how some teams are better on the hardwood than others, some of the schedule reveal videos/posts […]

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is a Basketball Hall of Famer who dominated the NBA during his playing days. His height combined with his signature skyhook paved the way for the 7 -foot-2 center to become an unstoppable force in the NBA. In his decorated NBA career, Abdul-Jabbar garnered six NBA MVPs, six NBA championships, two Finals MVPs, […]

Jonathan Kuminga’s net worth in 2024 is $5 million. Kuminga is a forward for the Golden State Warriors coming off a breakout season and could be on the verge of a big contract extension. He also has won an NBA title with the Warriors in his rookie season. Let’s take a closer look at Jonathan […]

The official schedule for the Miami Heat has been released as fans are looking to see which games could be their most anticipated. All so they can circle the date, cancel any plans they have, and witness another year of Heat basketball as the team looks to improve after a second straight season finishing at […]

The 2024-25 NBA schedules are out, and the Boston Celtics’ quest to become repeat champions officially begins on Tuesday, October 22. Since the C’s are fresh off a title and remain the team to beat, plenty of their opponents will have them circled on their calendars. That should make most games featuring the defending champs […]

NBA superstar Jayson Tatum has been having the time of his life over the last few months, winning the NBA Championship with the Boston Celtics and taking home gold with Team USA at the Paris Olympics. During the Games, we also saw Tatum debut the newest model in his signature sneaker line, the Jordan Tatum […]

The complete 2024-25 NBA schedule was announced on Thursday. A few Dallas Mavericks games had already been leaked to the public, such as Klay Thompson’s return to San Francisco to play against the Golden State Warriors and the Mavericks’ NBA Finals rematch with the Boston Celtics. Now the Mavs and the rest of the NBA’s […]

The Philadelphia 76ers’ 2024-25 schedule is finally here. The addition of Paul George has infused the Sixers with excitement heading into this season. With a new star trio and a supporting cast featuring some of the key contributors from last season as well as key newcomers like Caleb Martin and Andre Drummond, Philly’s roster is […]

After five seasons together, Kawhi Leonard and the LA Clippers are entering a new era without Paul George in the mix. On Thursday afternoon, the Clippers took a big first step forward with the official release of their schedule for the 2024-25 NBA season. Without further ado, let’s jump right into the 2024-25 NBA schedule. […]

Philadelphia 76ers’ franchise star and 2023 NBA MVP Joel Embiid is enjoying his first-ever Gold Medal as he accomplished a milestone goal playing for Team USA in the Paris Olympics. Recently achieving the milestone of signing his first signature shoe deal with footwear brand Skechers, his sponsors surprised him with an additional gift to go […]

NBA practices happen away from the public’s watch. However, every basketball fan knows how important these practices are for teams that are vying for a championship. But while the public isn’t aware of what exactly happens inside practices, there’s no doubt that there have been some interesting stories that fans would’ve wanted to see before […]

Queue up the release calendar and get those wallets ready, because another Adidas AE 1 colorway is set to drop and the “Dawg” vibes are strong with this one. Fresh off the Gold Medal campaign in his first Olympics with Team USA, Adidas and Minnesota Timberwolves’ star Anthony Edwards will keep the releases coming with […]

As NBA fans patiently await the return of Memphis Grizzlies’ star Ja Morant back to the hardwood, they won’t have to wait much longer for his newest signature Nike sneakers to land into rotations. After a cryptic leak featuring a shot of just the shoes’ outsoles, we now see legitimate images of the debut colorway […]

No move in the NBA player acquisition market is made in a vacuum. There are always salary floors and luxury tax to consider, along with how the move increases the chances of beating other teams. The New Orleans Pelicans swapped out spare parts for Dejounte Murray, getting better on paper. Raising the talent level in […]

Winning comes at a price, and the Boston Celtics learned that this offseason. However, if spending millions and eating luxury tax brings the C’s one step closer to back-to-back titles, they’re more than happy to open their wallets. After winning the 2023-24 NBA championship in dominant fashion, Boston got back to work this summer. The […]

Let’s be very clear, Jalen Brunson has been the New York Knicks’ de facto leader since signing with the team before the 2022-23 season. Still, the recent announcement of his ascension to team captain is meaningful for a number of reasons. Most notably, it could help the Knicks coalesce at exactly the right time. Jalen […]

In case you haven’t heard, Zach LaVine has among the worst trade value of any player in the NBA, with Bobby Marks going so far as to suggest that the Chicago Bulls may have to include a first-round draft pick just to move on from the two-time All-Star in a trade. “Literally, there is no […]

The Dallas Mavericks’ offseason acquisition of Klay Thompson has received no shortage of attention. Thompson may not be the same player he once was, but adding him still projects to be especially impactful for a Dallas team that needed a boost in three-point shooting efficiency. However, the Mavs made a number of moves throughout the […]

The NBA In-Season Tournament has a new name as it enters its second year of operations, as the Emirates NBA Cup will now determine the league’s midseason champion. Adam Silver and the NBA saw huge success with the instillation of this in-season tournament last year, and even more attention is expected to be cast on […]

The NBA released its full schedule for the 2024 In-Season Tournament, and New York basketball fans will have one matchup circled on their calendars. The Brooklyn Nets will open the tournament, now known as The Emirates NBA Cup, against the New York Knicks on Nov. 15 at Madison Square Garden. Barring a matchup in the […]

Ben Simmons’ net worth in 2024 is $80 million. Simmons is a power forward for the Brooklyn Nets. He is a three-time All-Star, one-time All-NBA Team player, two-time All-Defensive First Team selection, All-Rookie First Team selection, former Rookie of the Year, and a former league leader in steals. Let’s take a closer look at Ben […]

The NBA in-season tournament was a huge hit in its first year of existence last season. Now, it is back, but under a new name. The tournament, which takes place in the middle of the season, is now called the Emirates NBA Cup 2024. The in-season tournament consists of all 30 teams spread across six […]

More often than not, gestures are physically harmless. However, sometimes they also have the potential to send the wrong message. Given that the NBA is supposed to be family-oriented, the league is quite strict in terms of a player’s behavior on the court. With the league expecting players to exhibit their best behavior to promote […]

When watching the 2024 Paris Olympics, it was hard not to notice that two of the top players on Team USA were members of the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James and Anthony Davis. While this shouldn’t be too surprising, as the duo were targeted by LA for being premier talents at their respective positions, the […]

Frank Vogel’s net worth in 2024 is $8 million. The former NCAA Division III athlete has been a head coach with four different organizations in the NBA, including most recently with the Phoenix Suns. Let’s look at Frank Vogel’s net worth in 2024. What is Frank Vogel’s net worth in 2024?: $8 million (estimate) If […]

When you tell the story of Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics, the players who will earn center stage are LeBron James, Steph Curry, Kevin Durant, and Joel Embiid… even if the “Process” earned most of his headlines for how well he was conditioned, as opposed to how well he played. Some called him […]

The only goal Team USA set for the 2024 Olympics in France was to take home their fifth straight gold medal. Disappointment in the 2023 FIBA World Cup after a fourth-place finish prompted LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant to unite and form what many have called this generation’s “Dream Team.” With a roster […]