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At his peak, Kemba Walker has shown that he can be a baller, especially in his prime for the Charlotte Hornets. He was a four-time All-Star, who once made the All-NBA team. In fact, he is perhaps the Hornets’ greatest player in franchise history. But despite his efforts, Walker hasn’t been able to sign with […]

Golden State Warriors Stephen Curry is getting better at golf. Anyone who disagrees with that notion can stare at the two-time NBA MVP’s American Century Championship trophy. And with Stephen Curry starting to improve his course game, it appears that he now has a large target on his back. Los Angeles Rams linebacker Ernest Jones […]

Since entering the league as the first overall pick in 2020, Anthony Edwards has been one of the bright, young stars of the NBA. Last season, the Minnesota Timberwolves star made his first All-Star game and heading into the 2023-24 season, he has set high aspirations for himself and his team. However, he will be […]

Thus far, it’s safe to say that LaMelo Ball is living up to the expectations as one of the best guards in the NBA today for the Charlotte Hornets. In his young NBA career, Ball is averaging 19.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 7.3 assists per game. He is a Rookie of the Year winner, an […]

The Boston Celtics took one of the biggest swings this offseason when they traded away longtime floor general Marcus Smart in a three-team deal that netted them Kristaps Porzingis. While Porzingis would undoubtedly improve the team given his offensive versatility and rim protection, Smart’s departure leaves the starting point guard job up for grabs. But […]

Guard depth will now become an issue for the Boston Celtics heading into the next NBA season. Marcus Smart’s departure from the team largely affects the rotation. Joe Mazzulla had a decision to make about the starting position between Malcolm Brogdon, Payton Pritchard, and Derrick White. He would eventually choose White for the position. Although, […]

Nearly a month has passed since Damian Lillard requested a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers, the franchise he has called home since 2012. Not only did Lillard request a trade, however, he has his sights set on landing with the NBA Finals runner-up Miami Heat, complicating trade talks considerably. Those aforementioned trade talks appear […]

A lot of people would say that the Miami Heat weren’t even supposed to make it to the 2023 NBA Finals. After all, even though they disintegrated the Milwaukee Bucks’ defense while led by six-time All-Star Jimmy Butler in the first round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs, they also managed to overcome a talented Boston […]

With the Portland Trail Blazers and Miami Heat appearing to be at a stalemate in the trade negotiations surrounding star guard Damian Lillard, the latest rumor out of Miami casts even more doubt on the possibility of a quick resolution for an increasingly tense situation. “Portland has remained disinclined to engage (the) Heat in serious […]

NBA analyst Mark Jackson has broken his silence following his shocking dismissal from ESPN. Jackson posted a message on social media thanking his NBA ESPN co-workers Mike Breen, Jeff Van Gundy, Lisa Salters, Tim Corrigan, and the rest of the staff members. Jackson also sent his well-wishes to his successors on the NBA ESPN set. […]

The Los Angeles Lakers had one of the best offseason free agent periods. For a team that made a surprising run to the Western Conference Finals after a strong trade deadline, they only improved the roster with several key free agent signings. One of those signings was former New Orleans Pelicans big man Jaxon Hayes. […]

The Dallas Mavericks have been trying to trade Tim Hardaway Jr. this offseason as they look to bolster other areas of the team. However, even if they fail to move him, it won’t be a bad result for the Luka Doncic-led roster. Hardaway Jr. has actually been a productive member of the Mavs and a […]

The Washington Wizards have somewhat entered the first phase of the rebuilding mode with their decisions to trade Bradley Beal and Kristaps Porzingis. They have a much younger roster now and a roster that is closer to finishing in the lottery than competing for either a playoff spot or a play-in spot. As it stands, […]

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton has been hearing all the noise this offseason and has committed himself to proving all of his doubters wrong. To that end, the 25-year-old has committed to the Bahamian National Team in order to represent his home country at the 2023 FIBA Pre-Qualifying Tournament. Suns teammate Eric Gordon, Indiana Pacers […]

The Phoenix Suns overhauled their roster this offseason in a bid to build a contender around their superstars Kevin Durant and Devin Booker. They added a third star in Bradley Beal at the cost of Chris Paul. They also brought in a new head coach in Frank Vogel, all while shipping out Cameron Payne who […]

Josh Giddey and the Oklahoma City Thunder have arguably the brightest future of any NBA franchise, with star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to go along with 35 draft picks over the next seven seasons — 15 first round picks and 17 second round picks. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made a huge jump last season, going from a promising star […]

The Los Angeles Clippers in the late 2010s had a lot of depth and star power in their squad. Their stars up to their eighth man had such great name recall. Paul George and Kawhi Leonard’s link-up in the team raised expectations more than it did eyebrows. A lot of people were expecting them to […]

As the Damian Lillard-Portland Trail Blazers trade saga wears on, with most expecting the seven-time All-Star to eventually land with the Miami Heat, ESPN insider Adrian Wojnaroski reports that conversations surrounding a Lillard trade could heat up closer to the start of NBA Training Camp. “The next real deadline is the start of training camp […]

Quin Snyder is one of the best NBA coaches. He took over a dysfunctional Utah Jazz team and led a revamped group to several playoff appearances. He was once selected as an All-Star Game head coach. Although he eventually left his post as head coach for the Jazz, Snyder is now manning the bench for […]

Although he never won any NBA championships, Tracy McGrady proved that he was one of the best scorers of the game in his prime. He is a seven-time NBA All-Star, two time scoring champion, and an NBA Most Improved Player of the Year winner. With T-Mac’s accomplishments in the NBA, have you ever wondered how […]

Former NBA point guard Mark Jackson spent nearly fifteen years as a member of ESPN’s NBA television broadcast team. But his time with the network has now come to an end. Jackson is out at ESPN, and the network has decided to have former Philadelphia 76ers coach Doc Rivers take Jackson’s place on ESPN’s NBA […]

As the NBA world enters the month of August, not much action is set to happen in terms of roster adjustments. Many teams have filled out who will be on their roster and are not looking to make any moves with the free agents that remain unsigned, which is not necessarily the best news for […]

To this day, Allen Iverson‘s Reebok sneakers are among the most popular in the brand’s footwear catalog. His “Question” and “Answer” models are still worn widely on the streets and fans can’t seem to get enough of the new colorways. Continuing their relationship with lifestyle retailer Packer, the Reebok Question Mid will receive its own […]

Marvin Bagley had a stellar college basketball career with Duke. However, he has struggled to translate his college success into the NBA. After a decent rookie season that saw him make the NBA All-Rookie First Team, Bagley has struggled to play like a second overall pick. While Bagley has yet to play up to expectations, […]

Damian Lillard’s time as the face of the Portland Trail Blazers is coming to an end. Through thick and thin, he has remained with and given the Blazers multiple chances to improve their championship outlook, yet both sides appear to be ready to move on after the seven-time All-Star requested a trade this offseason. Then […]

Nike continues to release retro versions of their athletes’ sneakers and it’s come with a heap of success. As Nike’s latest lifetime athlete, it’s no surprise that Kevin Durant and his brand are seeing a similar resurgence. Early August, fans will have a chance to grab one of the earliest models in his 16-shoe signature line. […]

With Fred VanVleet departing in free agency, Darko Rajakovic replacing Nick Nurse on the sideline and trade rumors swirling around All-Star Pascal Siakam, the Toronto Raptors are going to have a different look than we have become accustomed to heading into the 2023-24 season. This organization has focused on finding ways to become a more […]

The Los Angeles Clippers’ Paul George has made a name for himself off of the court this offseason with the growing popularity of his podcast. He recently had his teammate Terance Mann on the show, and the two talked about how Kawhi Leonard is surprisingly the funniest player on the Clippers, via Podcast P presented […]

It’s not hyperbole to say that Bill Russell changed sports. The 11-time NBA champion passed away on this day last year. In the world’s moment of collective mourning for Mr. Russell, we celebrated his achievement in professional sports as well as his advocacy for social issues in the wake of the Civil Rights struggle. However, […]

Stephen A. Smith was not having any of Julius Erving’s top 10 all-time NBA players list. The 1983 NBA champion made headlines in a recent interview after naming his Top 10 all-time NBA players list and not including a certain Los Angeles Lakers star in LeBron James. The likes of Michael Jordan, Wilt Chamberlain, Bill […]

Nike has been hard at work since announcing the continuation of the Kobe Bryant and Mamba brands. With the expected launch coming around August 8th, or 8/24 known as “Kobe Day”, the rumors of future releases have been stirring. Now, two more colorways are set to drop in Summer 2024 and sneaker fans are hyped. […]

Los Angeles Clippers wing Amir Coffey was arrested in L.A. over the weekend after a loaded gun was found in his vehicle by police during a routine traffic stop, according to TMZ Sports. Law enforcement pulled over a car  around 2:30 AM in Hollywood on Sunday morning and Coffey was a passenger in said vehicle. […]

The Houston Rockets ranked in the bottom five in defensive rating in each of the last three seasons. That should finally change in 2023-24 with defensive-minded head coach Ime Udoka fielding a roster featuring up-and-coming defensive star Tari Eason and veterans like Dillon Brooks and Fred VanVleet. As a rookie, Eason flashed some intriguing upside […]

Stephen Curry is the greatest shooter to ever play in the NBA, and every single time he takes the court for the Golden State Warriors, he continues to redefine the game from 3-point range. Even though he’s accomplished more than enough to go down as one of the greatest players of his generation, not everyone […]

The 3-point shot has become ubiquitous in the NBA, with even centers getting the green light to let it fly from deep. Minnesota Timberwolves big man Rudy Gobert, however, is part of the dwindling population of players in the league who don’t take the deep ball on a regular basis. In fact, he has only […]

It’s been nearly two full months since Jamal Murray and the Denver Nuggets ended the franchise’s search for that elusive NBA title. But Murray is still (and understandably so) on a high after that incredible run in the 2023 NBA Playoffs. The high-scoring guard even reminded everyone of the amazing feat he put together in […]

While Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James and family continue to navigate through USC guard Bronny James’ recent health scare, 16-year-old Bryce James, a four-star forward in the Class of 2025, continues to ramp up his own activity. As he continues to explore a transfer from Sierra Canyon High School, Bryce may find himself not at Campbell […]

The offseason has been characterized by the frantic NBA free agency window as well as rampant trade rumors involving some of the league’s biggest stars. At the same time, though, there have been multiple players that decided to tie the knot this summer. The latest addition to the list is New York Knicks star Jalen […]

The 1992 Dream Team was star-studded with names that are now all-time greats. Huge accomplishments also mean huge egos that need to be managed. While the team may have won the Olympics, their chemistry suffered with beefs arising left and right. Isiah Thomas was one of the stars that was omitted from the squad despite […]