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Bronny James is set to start his first year for USC basketball, but one NBA scout is already predicting where he’ll end up in the NBA. Though the Los Angeles Lakers are not guaranteed a first-round pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, the NBA scout expects that the Lakers will select Bronny if they end […]

James Harden’s drama with the Philadelphia 76ers has led to a ton of speculation and curiosity about the future of the franchise. So much so that many have begun questioning Joel Embiid’s future with the organization. Embiid is under contract in Philadelphia through the 2026-27 season, as his four-year, $213 million contract is set to […]

There’s no doubt the New York Knicks are keeping close tabs on Joel Embiid as his long-term future in the City of Brotherly Love potentially hangs on the precipice. Before turning their implicit attention toward eventually acquiring the NBA’s reigning MVP, though, the Knicks held early talks with Daryl Morey on trading for fellow Philadelphia […]

James Harden’s future with the Philadelphia 76ers remains uncertain following his trade request. He’s faced backlash during the offseason amid yet another trade request. Additionally, Harden was recently mentioned in a report that claimed he was “pouting” last season which led to his absence from the 2022-23 All-Star Game. Harden fired back at the report […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been making moves left and right this offseason in hopes of once again competing for a championship. They came up just short of reaching the NBA Finals this past season, losing in the Western Conference Finals to the Denver Nuggets, which is why general manager Rob Pelinka beefed up his […]

Before Dennis Rodman suddenly became an international diplomat or the father of a rising star with the U.S. Women’s National Team, the Chicago Bulls legend crossed paths with Philadelphia 76ers coach Nick Nurse under unique circumstances in the United Kingdom. Recalling his brief tenure coaching Rodman with the British Basketball League’s Brighton Bears in 2006, […]

The semi-finals of the 2023 FIBA World Cup is set! On one side of the bracket, we have a reunion between two former Los Angeles Lakers teammates. Austin Reaves and Team USA will face off against Dennis Schroder and Germany in the penultimate round of the playoffs. The two former LA teammates will be battling […]

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the best player on the floor in Canada’s impressive 100-89 win over Slovenia on Wednesday in Manila, a victory that sends his country to the semifinals of the FIBA World Cup for the first time ever. The Oklahoma City Thunder superstar put together one of the most efficient performances in tournament history, […]

Luka Doncic and the Slovenia team fell to Canada in the Quarterfinals at the FIBA World Cup Wednesday. Doncic was ejected during the 100-89 loss in the fourth quarter after receiving his second technical foul. Along with Doncic, Canada star Dillon Brooks was also ejected during the fourth quarter for taunting. Though both Doncic and […]

NBA 2K24 Season 1 has officially been revealed, coming with a ton of new modes, features and rewards for you to earn. Generally, both new-gen and current-gen players get the chance to earn some sweet rewards absolutely free, while Pro Pass and Hall of Fame Pass players receive some additional goodies. Overall, the first season […]

For years, there has been speculation that Damian Lillard should and would wind up requesting a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers due to the organization’s inability to contend for a championship. The time finally came this offseason, as Lillard requested a trade on July 1. Since then, virtually no momentum towards a trade has […]

For the first time ever, Canada is through to the semifinals of the FIBA World Cup, where they will face Serbia. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the star of the show Wednesday in the quarters against Luka Doncic and Slovenia, showing out for 31 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists. In the process, he made history, becoming […]

James Harden is starting to become public enemy number one in the eyes of NBA fans. The star guard is currently requesting a trade from the Philadelphia 76ers. Harden’s devil-may-care attitude during this whole process has put a damper on the support for the star. Now, more info about the Sixers star’s ‘pouting’ has emerged. […]

Luka Doncic and Slovenia are out of the 2023 FIBA World Cup, and Dillon Brooks is moving on with Canada. The two NBA players did battle all game and both earned ejections in the fourth quarter of Canada’s 100-89 victory. After the game, though, the Dallas Mavericks superstar had big praise for the new Houston […]

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker is in arguably Drake’s most popular feature with “Sicko Mode” by Travis Scott with the lyrics, “Wet like I’m Book.” Tuesday night, Booker walked out with Drake in his concert in Glendale, Arizona, on his “It’s All a Blur” tour. Devin Booker walking out with Drake at the #IAAB tour […]

There seems to be no light at the end of the tunnel that is the Philadelphia 76ers’ James Harden trade saga. Harden and the Sixers remain at an impasse almost a month after the Beard notoriously called Daryl Morey, the team’s president of basketball operations, a “liar”. But as much as Harden tries to paint […]

The Philadelphia 76ers remain one of the biggest mysteries in the NBA as training camp approaches. James Harden has controlled narratives this NBA offseason with his shocking comments regarding Sixers executive Daryl Morey and there is truly no telling how this situation will play out. Harden, who is in the final year of his contract, […]

In what was sure to be a heated matchup between Luka Doncic’s Slovenia and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Canada in the quarterfinal of the 2023 FIBA World Cup, it was Doncic who fell prey to his usual habits. With the Dallas Mavericks, Doncic routinely loses his cool whenever the whistle doesn’t go his way, and that’s exactly […]

Germany is on to the FIBA World Cup semi-finals! Team Germany is moving on after defeating Latvia in the quarterfinals of the tournament. However, the team won in spite of their star player turning in one of the worst performances in the entire tournament. Before the quarterfinals, Dennis Schroder was excellent for Germany during the […]

The Denver Nuggets, of all teams, know how important it is to nail their draft picks, as the Mile High City isn’t a particularly attractive destination for superstar free agents. And to their credit, they have made the most out of their picks, especially in the 2010s, where they built the core of their 2023 […]

Christian Wood just agreed to a two-year, $5.7 million deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, including a player option for the 2024-25 season. While this seems to be good value, NBA insider Marc Stein brought up an interesting point in the aftermath of the reported agreement. Stein’s tweet pointed out a trend the Lakers have […]

LeBron James is obviously one of the greatest players in NBA history, but if there’s one stain on his legacy, it’s his performance in the Finals throughout his career. James has won four titles throughout his storied career, but he’s also lost on the biggest stage six times as well. Some folks are of the […]

The Boston Celtics have just one roster spot remaining, and they seemingly have the perfect candidate to fill that vacancy with Blake Griffin. Griffin, a six-time All-Star and seasoned NBA veteran, was a solid role player off the bench last season for the C’s. Although he’s no longer in his prime, he brings a lot […]

Ever since Team USA drew Italy as their quarterfinal opponent in the 2023 FIBA World Cup, all eyes turned to Paolo Banchero. The young Orlando Magic star raised some eyebrows before the tournament when he ultimately opted to turn down an opportunity to lead Italy during the tournament to play with the Americans instead, which […]

From 1975 to the early 2010s, misery kept piling on and on for the Golden State Warriors franchise. They traded away future Hall of Famers for scraps, gave a high-potential rookie a shocking contract that allowed him to enter free agency after just one season, and failed to capitalize on whatever momentum they had been […]

The Los Angeles Lakers, after much ado, have finally added Christian Wood to their roster, inking him to a two-year deal with a player option for the second year. As maddening as Wood is as a player at times, this is nothing short of a big get for the Lakers. For a low price, the […]

At least one member of the Charlotte Hornets is excited to have forward Miles Bridges back in uniform. PJ Washington recently expressed his thoughts on Bridges’ imminent return and what it might mean for Charlotte’s chances of success in 2023. “I’m just happy he’s back here and has the ability to play,” said Washington, via […]

This year’s NBA Free Agency has taken interesting turns. One of the main storylines has been a massive overhaul to build on the Los Angeles Lakers success in the postseason. Rob Pelinka is starting to acknowledge that LeBron James may start to enter his career twilight. The window for a Larry O’Brien trophy might be […]

The Philadelphia 76ers are still in a considerable state of uncertainty, as there’s still no end in sight for the Sixers’ James Harden situation. But amid all the uncertainty, the Sixers front office remained busy adding pieces that should be of help to Joel Embiid and company next season, with or without The Beard. On […]

Traded to the Dallas Mavericks last offseason and thought to be a key scoring weapon alongside superstar Luka Doncic, Christian Wood saw his role in Dallas decrease drastically as the season went along. As a result, he has decided to pursue a new opportunity with the Los Angeles Lakers in free agency. According to ESPN’s […]

The Philadelphia 76ers are adding to their roster amidst the ongoing trade saga revolving around shooting guard James Harden. Although it remains to be seen whether or not Harden’s trade request will be fulfilled, the confusion isn’t stopping the Sixers from plugging in some holes on their bench. On Tuesday, it was announced that the […]

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards is raising eyebrows for his performance with Team USA during the FIBA World Cup tournament. Edwards has put on several virtuoso performances for Team USA, and his play has caused one NBA insider to make a bold declaration that will have Timberwolves fans beaming with pride. Recently, NBA player-turned-analyst Kendrick […]

Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden has taken a lot of heat this offseason for his most recent trade request away from the Sixers. Harden spent one and a half seasons in a Philadelphia uniform following tenures with the Brooklyn Nets and Houston Rockets. However, after the Sixers’ frustrating playoff exit at the hands of the […]

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard has been the subject of speculation ever since his shocking trade request earlier this summer. While the Blazers have seemed willing to oblige his wishes, no suiters have yet completed a deal for Lillard despite his still All-NBA level of play. The most prevalent team in the Damian Lillard […]

Tributes continue to pour in for Los Angeles Lakers icon Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna. Bryant has been the subject of many honorary awards and recognition after his passing in 2020, and the Lakers star is getting even more love now, this time from several powerhouse college basketball schools. It was recently announced that […]

Sacramento Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox loved what he saw from the Kings fanbase during the 2023 NBA playoffs. Fox was electric in the Kings’ first-round series against the Golden State Warriors, which was the first time the franchise was in the playoffs in 16 years. Needless to say, Kings fans were hyped up for […]

Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden has not exactly garnered a reputation as being the most coachable of players throughout his NBA career. Harden demanded a trade from the Sixers earlier this summer, creating a bizarre fiasco filled with rumors and speculation but no real moves thus far. Recently, NBA insider Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN dropped […]

The Boston Celtics pulled off one of the more shocking moves of the NBA offseason when they acquired former All-Star big man Kristaps Porzingis in a three-team trade with the Washington Wizards and Memphis Grizzlies. As part of the deal to get Porzingis, the Celtics had to part ways with veteran point guard Marcus Smart, […]

Devin Booker is looking to carry forward the mentality from the late Kobe Bryant. The Phoenix Suns guard received a pair of shoes from the Los Angeles Lakers’ great in his rookie season that read, “Be legendary,” which is a motto Booker has mentioned several times since. Kobe signed shoes for Devin Booker after game, […]