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What does it mean to be in the NBA? This is a question many rookies, especially top draft picks like Dylan Harper, VJ Edgecombe, and Kon Knueppel, learn the answer to during NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Over the years, NBA Summer League has blossomed into more than just a scouting event. All 30 […]

Nike is continuing this years push of the Nike Air Foamposite one silhouette as they continue to dig deep into their vault an re-release classic pairs from the last 25 years. While Orlando Magic legend Penny Hardaway made these sneakers famous, the streets and sneaker culture are what made the Foamposite erupt in mainstream popularity. […]

Nike’s signature Kobe Bryant sneaker line has been massively popular over the last few years in terms of both NBA and WNBA talent constantly preferring his sneakers over others. Thanks to the Nike Kobe line, the low-top sneakers have become go-to options for top talent across the globe and come this holiday, we’ll see the […]

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 […]

After another NBA offseason filled with question marks, one of the league’s greatest scorers in history will adjust to a new home once again as Kevin Durant makes his anticipated debut for the Houston Rockets. No matter the team he’s playing for, Durant is sure to bring excitement to his fan base as he continues […]

The Charlotte Hornets made franchise history in winning their first-ever championship in the NBA Summer League, marking the first time they’ve won a championship of any variety. After years of sub-par seasons and a disappointed fan base, things could be looking up for the Hornets as they foster a new crop of young talent. First-round […]

The lore and aura of NBA all-time scoring leader LeBron James on a basketball court is virtually unmatched. However, things are taken one step forward when putting the arguable G.O.A.T. of the game up against amateur players. Returning to the Drew League in 2022 for the first time in 11 years, LeBron James put on […]

There aren’t many moments in NBA history that can top Lakers legend Kobe Bryant’s 81-point performance against the Toronto Raptors in 2006. The game lives forever in league lore and serves as a massive point for Bryant when thrown into the G.O.A.T. discussion. In continuing to keep the Nike Kobe collection active with new releases, […]

The Boston Celtics have made the playoffs 11 seasons running, which is enough for the longest active streak in the NBA. Reaching the postseason has been an afterthought for them, yet that streak could be in jeopardy for the first time in over a decade. The 2025-26 Celtics are surrounded by question marks. Boston doesn’t […]

Patience is the name of the game for the Golden State Warriors this offseason. The team continues to stall its free agency because of the uncertainty surrounding forward Jonathan Kuminga. The two sides are nowhere near completing a deal, according to ClutchPoints insider Brett Siegel. “The Dubs’ main problem is that there simply isn’t a […]

After years marked by injury woes and underwhelming results, the New Orleans Pelicans have weathered sharp criticism for questionable front-office decisions that put their future draft assets at significant risk. Yet, behind the headlines and skepticism lies an opportunity to recalibrate the roster smartly and avoid another losing campaign. To move from rebuilding pains toward […]

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 […]

The Portland Trail Blazers entered the 2025 offseason coming off a brutal 2024-25 campaign, finishing with just 36 wins and sitting near the bottom of the Western Conference standings. The season saw extended absences for young cornerstone Scoot Henderson, inconsistency from Shaedon Sharpe, and a lack of veteran leadership following the post-Lillard era. For a […]

The Indiana Pacers were one of the NBA’s best stories in 2024-25, shocking the league with a Cinderella run to the NBA Finals. But as the dust settles, the franchise now faces a dramatically altered landscape. Tyrese Haliburton – the team’s engine and All-NBA facilitator – will miss the majority of the 2025–26 season due […]

Winning is nice, especially when it happens in Las Vegas. There were plenty of winners at NBA Summer League this year, as Kyle Filipowski, Nique Clifford, and Kon Knueppel were among the notable standouts from this summer’s showcase. However, when there are winners of NBA Summer League, there are also losers that need to be […]

After more than a few challenging seasons near the bottomUnder new ownership and with a fresh direction, this offseason is the Charlotte Hornets’ prime opportunity to shift trajectory. They can build around their promising young nucleus while adding savvy, impactful pieces. The Hornets have been active in trades, re-signings, and draft selections. However, a single […]

A few months ago, the Dallas Mavericks were on top of the basketball world. Luka Doncic had just led them to the NBA Finals. He cemented his place as one of the league’s brightest superstars. He gave Mavs fans a taste of hope they hadn’t felt since the Dirk Nowitzki era. However, that joy was […]

The Phoenix Suns entered the 2025 offseason with a mandate to restructure. After a disappointing 36-win season, change wasn’t optional – it was inevitable. What followed was one of the most proactive and intriguing offseasons in the league. Phoenix made noise in the 2025 NBA Draft, shined in Summer League, and pulled off headline-making trades. […]

There may be no team more perplexing this offseason than the New Orleans Pelicans. After a disastrous 21-win 2024-25 campaign, most analysts expected a full-scale rebuild. Instead, the front office has zagged when the consensus said zig, making aggressive trades, overpaying in the draft, and tying up long-term cap space for a team that’s nowhere […]

There comes a time in every rebuild when the moves start making sense. This is when short-term pain finally gives way to strategic progress. For the Washington Wizards, that moment may have arrived. Years of lottery losses and bloated contracts had left the franchise stuck in the mud. However, the 2025 offseason has offered a […]

After years of scraping and clawing for relevance in the Eastern Conference, the New York Knicks are no longer just knocking on the door. They’re one smart move away from kicking it down. Last season’s gritty run to the Eastern Conference Finals reignited dreams at Madison Square Garden. Fans are once again daring to believe […]

When it comes to thrills at Summer League per minute, few players came remotely close to Philadelphia 76ers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe. Coming out of Baylor with a theatrical game built on big plays above the rim at both ends of the court, fans in Philadelphia knew they were getting a player who would occasionally […]

The Los Angeles Clippers made it official on Monday afternoon, officially signing Chris Paul to a deal that will bring back one of the franchise’s best and most important players. Paul will be playing his 21st season in a Clipper uniform, and it comes with an understanding on what his role will — or won’t […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder will have a target on their back next season following their impressive title run, capturing the franchise’s first Larry O’Brien trophy since 1979, when they were still the Seattle Supersonics. The Thunder really came into their own last season, topping the Western Conference with a 68-14 win-loss card, the best finish […]

Team USA Basketball has one clear-cut goal every four years: Dominate the game on all levels and continue the tradition of the best basketball coming from the United States. At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Team USA did exactly that in heroic fashion as they brought home the 17th gold medal in the country’s history. In […]

Sometimes you win in Las Vegas, and most of the time, you lose. Inside the Thomas & Mack Center and Cox Pavilion, there were a handful of individuals and teams ending up as the biggest winners at NBA Summer League. Aside from the constant trade and free agency roundup many of us participate in during […]

Memphis Grizzlies’ franchise star Ja Morant is looking forward to the upcoming season and another opportunity to showcase his one-of-a-kind skill on the basketball court. He’s been one of the biggest stars in the NBA since his arrival and he’s also made an impact on the sneaker landscape, already preparing for his third Nike Ja […]

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 […]

NBA superstars are using this offseason to reset, relax, ink their deals, and do some traveling around the globe. No one relishes the time off more than Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic, taking the opportunity to go back home to Serbia and enjoy his hobby of horses. He recently went on his Chinese tour with sponsor […]

The Dallas Mavericks entered the 2025 NBA offseason with one goal in mind: build a new core around Klay Thompson, Anthony Davis, Cooper Flag, and Kyrie Irving while finding complementary pieces to address last year’s collapse. After making a run to the 2024 Western Conference Finals against the Boston Celtics, Dallas exited the 2025 playoffs […]

It was always a given that Bradley Beal would sign with the Los Angeles Clippers. All intel across the NBA at Summer League in Las Vegas indicated that this deal would be finalized before the Phoenix Suns even agreed to their buyout with Beal, and sure enough, that is what happened. However, Beal wasn’t the […]

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 […]

After a middling 2024–25 NBA campaign, the Utah Jazz entered the 2025 offseason with glaring positional needs and mounting questions about their rebuild. Despite a flurry of trade activity, the Jazz opted not to pursue any new free agents, signaling a curious lack of aggression in addressing their roster’s biggest weaknesses. In a Western Conference […]

After ending the 2024–25 season with a franchise-worst 17–65 record and allowing 121.2 points per game, the Utah Jazz needed more than just another draft pick or quiet roster tweak. They needed a foundational adjustment. Instead of chasing flashy names or overcommitting their future, they made one move that was clean, effective, and deeply strategic. […]

The Chicago Bulls are wading the 2025 offseason waters with cautious optimism. After a middling performance in recent years marked by incremental progress but little breakthrough, the organization remains wary of rushing into aggressive gambits. General Manager Marc Eversley made his intentions clear on draft night: he doesn’t want the Bulls to skip steps in […]

After a strong 64-win regular season, the Cleveland Cavaliers’ recent early playoff exit was a sobering reminder that talent alone doesn’t guarantee postseason success. That’s especially true when games become more physical and rotations tighten. Cleveland’s front office has spent the summer fine-tuning the roster, prioritizing playoff readiness and flexibility. Now, with key pieces like […]

The 2024-25 season may not have worked out as the San Antonio Spurs had hoped, with Victor Wembanyama’s season-ending injury taking the wind out of the team’s sails. Nonetheless, they still lucked out in the draft lottery, winning the second overall pick, and they used that selection add Dylan Harper, the talented guard out of […]

Their core might be aging, and the Oklahoma City Thunder’s reign of terror may only be beginning, but the Los Angeles Clippers front office deserves plenty of credit for always landing on their feet. One of the most well-run organizations in the NBA, the Clippers are giving the Kawhi Leonard-led squad perhaps their biggest chance […]