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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander understood the impact he made after leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to the 2025 NBA title. As a result, he got to represent his hometown in championship glory. Gilgeous-Alexander returned to his home country Canada, going to the city Hamilton. Thanks to the historic success he achieved with the Thunder, the city wanted […]

PROVIDENCE — Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum still has a lot of work to do before he’s back on the court, but he’s shown progress in his recovery from a ruptured Achilles. Nowhere was that more apparent than in Providence on Thursday morning, as the 2024 NBA champion walked around the Manton Heights neighborhood without […]

Jonathan Kuminga isn’t the only restricted free agent being held up in negotiations this offseason, as Josh Giddey and the Chicago Bulls have yet to find common ground on a new contract. The main difference between Giddey’s situation and that of Kuminga with the Golden State Warriors is that all signs point to the 22-year-old […]

Former Detroit Pistons guard Malik Beasley was evicted from his downtown apartment on Wednesday after months of legal disputes related to unpaid rent. The eviction follows two lawsuits filed against Beasley for a total of $21,500 in unpaid rent at The Stott, a historic high-rise apartment building owned by Bedrock Detroit, the real estate arm […]

The standoff between Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors has been the main talking point of the NBA offseason and free agency. Since no team in the league has cap space other than the Brooklyn Nets, and with Kuminga being a restricted free agent, his market has been extremely limited to this point. While […]

The New York Knicks made some additions in the 2025 offseason. They signed dynamic guard Jordan Clarkson, as well as burly big man Guerschon Yabusele. And they also locked up Mikal Bridges to a long-term extension and added new head coach Mike Brown. One move that understandably flew under the radar was the drafting of […]

Carmelo Anthony has selected fellow NBA legends Dwyane Wade and Allen Iverson to present him at his Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame induction. The official Hall of Fame account announced the news Thursday on X, formerly known as Twitter. Anthony, a 10-time NBA All-Star and one of the most prolific scorers in league history, […]

New NBA 2K26 MyPLAYER Builder Details have been revealed, showing off new animations, archetypes, custom takeovers, and more. The new Courtside Report covers the MyPLAYER Builder experience on New Gen (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch). Without further ado, let’s see what’s new in NBA 2K26 MyPLAYER Builder this year. NBA 2K26 MyPLAYER Builder […]

The Orlando Magic have made bold moves to solidify their core and accelerate their rise in the Eastern Conference, but questions remain about whether their aggressive approach will translate into true championship contention. In a recent article published by ESPN, analysts Tim Bontemps and Kevin Pelton placed the Magic in the tier titled “All-in on […]

Typically, winning an NBA championship means going through 82 games in the regular season before engaging in four best-of-seven series. As a result, coming away with a ring is one of the most elusive feats for any team. But due to unforeseen circumstances and external forces, the playing field has been altered on several occasions. […]

The Golden State Warriors are hoping that the trio of Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green will be enough to allow them to contend next year in the Western Conference alongside a Motley crew of role players. While Green is no longer the player he was in his prime, his trash-talking skills have not […]

Years after his controversial tweet about trying breast milk, New York Knicks star Josh Hart has tried a new breast milk ice cream. “[It] seems only fitting that I come here and try it,” Hart said in a video posted on social media. The breast milk ice cream is made by Friday. Luckily, it got […]

Nikola Jokic is arguably the best big man in the NBA, especially after Jokic won three NBA MVPs. He’s also a major reason as to why the Denver Nuggets are a legitimate threat in the league. Jokic dominates not with his athletic gifts. But instead, the Serbian star leans on his high IQ and ability […]

The Dallas Mavericks’ revamped roster featuring rookie forward Cooper Flagg, Anthony Davis, and Kyrie Irving is not generating strong postseason confidence from ESPN. In ESPN’s latest forecast for the 2025–26 NBA season, the Mavericks received a modest projection despite selecting Flagg with the No. 1 overall pick in June. ESPN’s Tim MacMahon suggested that while […]

For the second consecutive season, sportsbooks are projecting the Brooklyn Nets to finish towards the bottom of the NBA. The team’s over/under win projection for 2025-26 opened at 20.5, tied for the second-lowest in the NBA, per FanDuel. NBA insider Tim Bontemps called tanking a necessity for the Nets while giving his over/under prediction. “I […]

One of the biggest stories of the offseason for the Detroit Pistons was the gambling scandal of Malik Beasley, which sidelined his free agency sweepstakes before they even began. Beasley was announced to be under federal investigation for potential gambling-related activities during his time with the Milwaukee Bucks during the 2024 season, and now it […]

Brad Stevens has been a busy man this offseason for the Boston Celtics. Aside from meeting with and charting a path for the future with new ownership taking over in Boston, Stevens has also been tasked with significantly cutting the Celtics’ overall payroll and tax bill. That is why Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday were […]

The Boston Celtics have made multiple frantic moves to keep themselves financially healthy in the absence of Jayson Tatum, who is recovering from an Achilles injury. The offseason overhaul has seen the departure of Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis alongside multiple cap-conscious acquisitions. However, can Tatum be back before the expected timeline, which is currently […]

The Golden State Warriors didn’t like the way their season ended last year, and they’ll most likely be coming back with a vengeance. Everything changed when Jimmy Butler arrived, and they were able to go on a run and make the playoffs, but an injury to Stephen Curry in the second round against the Minnesota […]

The Brooklyn Nets are embracing a full rebuild entering the 2025-26 NBA campaign. A rebuild often entails a focus on draft positioning and, in turn, losing. That’s why many analysts expect the Nets to finish towards the bottom of the league next season. NBA.com ranked Brooklyn dead last in the Eastern Conference in its latest […]

Fresh off a turbulent summer that saw them flip key veterans after losing Jayson Tatum to a torn Achilles, the Boston Celtics are expected to continue making financially driven moves. The front office has found the moves to tuck themselves below the second apron, but will be expected back on the chopping board when it […]

The Utah Jazz are unlikely to make the leap to playoff contention next season, and their offseason moves suggest that the front office knows they’re in it for the long game. With the Jazz residing in the tougher Western Conference, it would take a miracle for them to be even in the play-in tournament picture. […]

The Golden State Warriors have only one thing in mind heading into the 2025-26 season: to win a title. While things haven’t exactly been moving for the Warriors this offseason, with the Jonathan Kuminga situation putting a pause on their dealings in free agency. In fact, the long rumored Al Horford signing hasn’t been finalized […]

Moses Moody will continue to play a pivotal role for the Golden State Warriors after his strongest campaign yet. He recorded career-highs across the board as he saw his minutes increase as the Warriors’ spark plug off the bench, sometimes spelling superstar teammate Stephen Curry. Golden State viewed Moody as part of its future after […]

The Indiana Pacers have long enjoyed one of the NBA’s most passionate and resilient fanbases. On Wednesday, Tyrese Haliburton offered a timely reminder of why he’s become the emotional heartbeat of the franchise. As the Pacers navigate a pivotal offseason, Haliburton’s latest social media post struck a chord not only with Pacers fans, but basketball […]

There’s no doubt about Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball’s elite-level talent. The question has always been about his durability. But despite his injury-riddled career, Ball has never stopped trying to improve. Just ask Hornets forward Grant Williams. Since being traded to Charlotte in 2024, Williams has witnessed Ball’s character and work ethic. The All-Star guard […]

Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks as close to the NBA Finals as they have been in decades. The All-Star guard had one of his best seasons as a pro, impressing Knicks fans. However, there is one person who believes that Brunson plays outside of what his position calls for; St. John’s men’s basketball […]

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White has accomplished a lot in his basketball career, winning everything from a gold medal to an NBA championship. Yet, the 31-year-old has failed to do something that various players across the league have: receive a technical foul. White, who’s known for being relatively mild-mannered, isn’t one to complain to the […]

Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey had a career year during his 2024-25 campaign, but his team struggled to put together wins on a consistent basis. Maxey has been hard at work this offseason improving his game, which included workouts with Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. Maxey, who will be entering his sixth season in […]

The New York Knicks have invested a lot of money into their current core, recently signing Mikal Bridges to a long-term extension following the team’s run to the Eastern Conference Finals. While the general consensus is that the Knicks are still a piece away from legitimate title contention, the front office has done an impressive […]

Los Angeles Clippers star James Harden is in the midst of his China tour with adidas that has been nothing short of legendary thus far. After stops at a packed-out mall and a Kung Fu studio, James Harden was hit with the ultimate surprise. Harden and Adidas took to China this week to celebrate Harden’s […]

No matter how you view his career, there is no denying that Russell Westbrook was one of the most impactful and influential players of his prime era. Although he may not have won a championship, Westbrook helped redefine the point guard position, and the 2016-17 NBA MVP will forever go down as the triple-double king. […]

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner appears to be entering EuroBasket 2025 with an improved shooting stroke, drawing attention for his refined 3-point form during recent preparations with the German national team. In a recent video clip shared from Germany’s training camp, Wagner showcased a smooth step-back 3-pointer over Orlando teammate Tristan da Silva during a […]

The Boston Celtics have been busy clearing their books out of the second apron this offseason, trading Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday as they attempt to shed salary. The Celtics are facing a 2025-26 season in which they are unlikely to be too competitive considering the fact that Jayson Tatum will likely be sidelined the […]

The Phoenix Suns have once again dramatically retooled their roster. In a blockbuster summer that featured the departure of Kevin Durant, the team returned key assets in Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and Mark Williams, while adding exciting young prospects like Khaman Maluach, Rasheer Fleming, and Koby Brea in the 2025 NBA Draft. With Devin Booker […]

In today’s NBA, a team-friendly deal, such as the New York Knicks’ Mikal Bridges’ four-year, $150 million extension, can always be used as trade bait down the line. That’s not to say the Knicks, who locked in Bridges alongside All-Stars Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns as their core for the foreseeable future, inked their elite […]

Federal prosecutors have charged a former Miami Heat security employee with orchestrating one of the most brazen memorabilia thefts in NBA history, Complex reports. According to the Department of Justice, 62-year-old Marcos Thomas Perez spent years quietly removing more than 400 game-worn jerseys and other valuables from a secured equipment room in the Heat’s home […]

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White revealed he gave up an extravagant 30th birthday trip to Mexico to join Team USA during the 2024 Paris Olympics, where the United States captured its fifth consecutive gold medal. White shared the story on the latest episode of the White Noise Podcast with co-host Alex Welsh. He reflected on […]

The Golden State Warriors haven’t had as eventful an offseason as some of their fans were hoping for. At this point, Golden State appears content to run things back with the core of Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green, and an odd assortment of role players who don’t necessarily fit with one another. Recently, Butler, […]