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At first glance, Ja Morant and Trae Young appear to occupy similar territory in the NBA trade deadline discourse. Both are former franchise cornerstones that have seen their value complicated by on-court results and off-court considerations. Both also play for teams hovering in the middle of their respective conference races, but the similarities end there. […]

The Los Angeles Lakers beat the New Orleans Pelicans, 111-103, on Tuesday at Smoothie King Center to notch their third straight win. But it was far from easy, as the Lakers had to rally in the fourth quarter to eke out the come-from-behind victory. They improved to 23-11, including 13-5 on the road. Following their […]

The Denver Nuggets have needed unsung heroes to step up as of late amid Nikola Jokic’s injury issues. But all season long, two-way player Spencer Jones has answered the call. With Christian Braun having missed most of the season due to an ankle injury, Jones has established himself as a starter for the 24-12 Nuggets. […]

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr.’s All-Star case continues to gain momentum ahead of this year’s festivities. Porter Jr. jumped from 10th to ninth in the second return of the All-Star fan voting results. Michael Porter Jr. moves up to 9th in the second round of All-Star fan voting. pic.twitter.com/011rCq53f0 — Erik Slater (@erikslater_) January […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers were in a back-and-forth battle with the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night, with lead changes and momentum swings picking up late in the fourth quarter. It was a great game to watch for Cavs fans and Pacers fans until FanDuel Sports Network’s feed cut to technical difficulties out of nowhere, leaving everybody […]

Victor Wembanyama is not just one of the most unique talents in modern NBA history. He is also one of the most unique individuals in sports today. The San Antonio Spurs center is fiercely committed to his craft, but he also broadens his horizons with other hobbies and activities. Wembanyama spent more than a week […]

The NBA Trade Deadline news cycle is churning with countless whispers, but the latest rumblings surrounding Zion Williamson’s New Orleans Pelicans are grounded in an unavoidable reality. A shrinking pool of teams can even consider a deal for the former first overall pick. Almost every contender is after Herb Jones or Trey Murphy III instead, […]

Age is really just a construct for Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James. James has defied logic with his level of play at 41 years old. While most people his age are dealing with physical problems and medical bills, the four-time MVP has continued to soar high and gallantly compete. Against the New Orleans Pelicans […]

A massive amount of star power and talent was enough to excite Los Angeles Lakers fans about the pairing of LeBron James and Luka Doncic, but what really makes this a one-of-a-kind duo is the collective basketball IQ the two men possess. They each boast elite instincts, court vision and body control, which can create […]

It was indeed unlucky number 13 for the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday as they suffered their 13th straight defeat after bowing to the Cleveland Cavaliers, 120-116, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Pacers held a nine-point lead, 93-84, heading into the fourth quarter. They, however, allowed the Cavaliers to storm back and complete the come-from-behind victory. With […]

On Monday, the Chicago Bulls and their fans were surprised to see Coby White return early from a recent calf injury. Ultimately, White played only 25 minutes, scored 5 points, and the Bulls lost 115-101 to the Boston Celtics.  On Wednesday, the Bulls will head to Detroit to take on the Pistons. Additionally, White, along […]

Indeed, the Chicago Bulls are a bit lost without Josh Giddey on the floor. He is currently out with a hamstring injury for at least a two-week period. However, the Bulls aren’t leaving that void hollow any longer. On Tuesday, Chicago decided to re-sign Japanese guard Yuki Kawamura to a two-way contract. Before the season […]

The NBA trade deadline creates urgency for teams in several unique ways, and this season presents a stark contrast between two All-Stars reportedly on the block. Zion Williamson’s piecemeal New Orleans Pelicans and Trae Young’s agitated Atlanta Hawks are dealing with two drastically different trade market equations. While Young’s name has dominated trade speculation with […]

The Detroit Pistons have been in a stellar vein of form ever since the season started, perched at the top of the Eastern Conference with a 27-9 record. And the biggest reason for their current position is none other than Cade Cunningham. So much so that Reggie Miller believes Cunningham is a shoo-in for the […]

The New York Knicks have been on the struggle bus of late, currently losers of four straight games after Monday night’s shellacking at the hands of the Detroit Pistons. With that loss, combined with a win by the surprising Boston Celtics, the Knicks were leapfrogged for second place in the Eastern Conference, when a couple […]

New coach, new front office, same old story for Zion Williamson’s New Orleans Pelicans heading into the NBA Trade Deadline. They are long on theoretical talent, short on wins, and recalibrating how to value fan-favorites Herb Jones and Jose Alvarado. Trey Murphy III sits at the top of the internal hierarchy now, with Joe Dumars […]

The Portland Trail Blazers revamped their backcourt in the offseason. They reunited with Damian Lillard, who is one of the best players in franchise history. They also traded for Jrue Holiday, who is one of the best defensive guards in NBA history. However, point guard has been a glaring weakness this year. Luckily, one of […]

Pressure is mounting for the Golden State Warriors. There is not just pressure to try and possibly make trades to increase the franchise’s ability to contend for another championship at the end of Stephen Curry’s illustrious career, but a lot of pressure also surrounds Jonathan Kuminga’s staredown with Steve Kerr and the front office. It […]

Kevin Durant’s final 3-pointer against the Phoenix Suns came at the perfect time for the Houston Rockets. Not only did it seal a 100-97 victory over Durant’s former team, but it also delivered a message – several, in fact. Durant made one of them clear after the game. “I don’t mean to sound too dramatic, […]

Rich Paul sparked renewed debate around the Los Angeles Lakers and their championship outlook after publicly stating he does not view the team as a title contender, raising questions about whether the comments reflect broader sentiment tied to LeBron James. During a recent episode of Game Over with Max Kellerman and Rich Paul, Paul reiterated […]

On Monday, January 5, news broke that Trae Young’s time with the Atlanta Hawks may be coming to a close. Young is one of the best players in the NBA, at least on the offensive end, and he has had some big moments with the team that drafted him. However, the Hawks have underperformed in […]

It’s been a tough season so far for the Sacramento Kings in 2025-26, currently sitting at 8-28 ahead of Tuesday night’s matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. Domantas Sabonis has been sidelined for quite some time with a leg injury, and Sacramento’s bizarre roster construction, which was widely criticized before the year began, has turned out […]

Brooklyn Nets center Day’Ron Sharpe made a strong case for an expanded role during his first extended opportunity of the season. With Nic Claxton sidelined for the last two games due to personal reasons, Sharpe showcased his potential in a starting role. The fifth-year center averaged 15.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 2.5 steals and […]

The Memphis Grizzlies find themselves in a precarious position as the 2026 NBA Trade Deadline looms. Tuomas Iisalo’s injury-riddled roster is clinging to the 10th spot in the Western Conference, barely holding onto the final Play-In Tournament berth with a 15-20 record. One bench-bolstering move, plus a bit of health luck around Ja Morant and […]

The Dallas Mavericks have been a disappointment so far this year, currently sitting at 13-23 ahead of Tuesday night’s game against the Sacramento Kings on the road. The main silver lining for the Mavericks has been the play of rookie number one overall draft pick Cooper Flagg, who seems to be in the driver’s seat […]

As Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs continues his recovery from a right knee MCL contusion, the NBA has moved to formally prohibit a fashion choice that had recently become part of his pregame routine. The league has informed teams that players are no longer permitted to wear headbands around their necks — often styled like […]

Cleveland Cavaliers swingman Max Strus’ left foot needs additional time to heal after the team’s latest evaluation and imaging. On Tuesday afternoon, the team provided an official update on Strus’ status, which revealed that he will not be returning as soon as initially anticipated. “The evaluation and imaging revealed positive progress, but additional time is required […]

Veteran point guard Trae Young’s days with the Atlanta Hawks are numbered, and the Washington Wizards can leverage that situation to aid their rebuild. However, they should only trade for the four-time All-Star if they don’t give up anything important in return. NBA insider Marc Stein reported on Monday that the Wizards “have emerged as […]

Trade speculation surrounding Atlanta Hawks star guard Trae Young continued to intensify Monday after it was revealed that the two sides are working toward a potential deal. As discussions gained traction, former NBA guard Lou Williams identified the Orlando Magic as his preferred destination for the All-Star guard. Williams shared his perspective on the latest […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers will face the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night in the first of two road games in a three-day span. Donovan Mitchell is listed as out on the injury report for rest, meaning he will miss just his third game for the wine and gold this season. There are two questionable starting players […]

BOSTON — On Saturday night, Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown put on a 50-point performance that fans are sure to remember, as he delivered an offensive masterclass that helped the C’s crush the Los Angeles Clippers, 146-115. On Monday night, the Celtics scrapped and clawed with a middling, injured Chicago Bulls squad en route to […]

LeBron James offered emphatic praise for two of the league’s rising stars during a recent episode of Mind the Game, detailing the work habits and on-court growth of Tyrese Maxey and Jalen Johnson after training alongside both players in recent summers. Speaking with co-host Steve Nash, James highlighted Maxey’s consistency and dedication, pointing to early-morning […]

On Monday night, the Philadelphia 76ers suffered their most embarrassing loss of the season with a 125-124 overtime defeat at the hands of the Denver Nuggets, who were playing without all five starters, including the recently-injured Nikola Jokic, in this game. The 76ers got strong games out of both Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey in […]

The Detroit Pistons’ emergence as a contender atop the Eastern Conference standings has intensified speculation about whether the franchise could pursue a major trade, and one prominent league analyst believes Detroit is well-positioned to make a bold move. Following the Pistons’ 121-90 win over the New York Knicks on Monday night, which pushed them to […]

The New York Knicks’ recent slide deepened Monday night with a 121-90 loss to the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons, extending the team’s losing streak to four games and intensifying concerns about its direction midway through the season. Detroit dominated from the opening tip despite being without starters Jalen Duren and Tobias Harris. The Pistons controlled […]

The New York Knicks have been slipping a bit as of late, recently dropping out of second place in the Eastern Conference with a blowout road loss at the hands of the Detroit Pistons. That loss was preceded by home defeats to the Atlanta Hawks and Philadelphia 76ers, and has some fans wondering if the […]

Karl-Anthony Towns believes his struggles this season stem largely from adjusting to the New York Knicks’ offensive system. He said the transition has been tougher than expected and has affected his rhythm on the court. More than two months into the season, Towns admitted that learning head coach Mike Brown’s approach has taken time. His […]

On Monday, the defending champion OKC Thunder were shocked when the Charlotte Hornets won 124-97. In the process, the Hornets officially ended the Thunder’s 45-game winning streak over teams with losing records, per ClutchPoints. Afterwards, Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault gave props to the Hornets, per Justin Martinez of The Oklahoman/Yahoo Sports. “Credit to them,” […]

On Monday night, the Boston Celtics improved to 23-12 with a comfortable home win over the Chicago Bulls, 115-101. The big hero of this game was Anfernee Simons, who poured in 27 points, more than making up for a rare off night from Jaylen Brown on the heels of his 50-point performance against the Los […]