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With all eyes on LeBron James and Luka Doncic, it appears star guard Austin Reaves has fallen to the way side in terms of opposing teams giving him attention. For that reason, James recently explained how Reaves is essentially a game-changer for the Los Angeles Lakers with the playoffs right around the corner. In the […]

The Philadelphia 76ers’ 2024-25 season will go down in history — but not for the reasons they hoped for. This season’s Sixers squad set the NBA record for the most unique starting lineups in a single season with 52. Their starting lineup for Tuesday’s game against the New York Knicks will mark their 14th consecutive […]

LeBron James is arguably the best basketball player in the world, having collected plenty of milestones and accolades throughout his NBA career. James is also considered to be one of the most successful players in the playoffs, having earned four NBA championships and Finals MVPs. The King also holds the record for the most points […]

One of the lesser talked-about storylines of the last few NBA seasons has been Boston Celtics guard Derrick White’s transition from unreliable perimeter shooter into a diet version of prime Klay Thompson. White has always been elite on the defensive end of the floor, but his impeccable shooting touch and range have been a large […]

Los Angeles Lakers leader LeBron James knows a thing or two about football. James was so good in high school that his talent would drive his coaches up a wall. In fact, some believe James could have had a shot at the NFL. So when he evokes a football comparison in his analysis of the […]

On Tuesday’s episode of ESPN’s First Take, Stephen A. Smith delivered a passionate defense of Dwyane Wade in response to the Hall of Famer’s recent viral comments about sacrifice and his place in NBA history. “I’m gonna say this on national television to D-Wade, my brother, I’m getting sick and tired of you diminishing who […]

All of the latest success that the Golden State Warriors have found has been credited to Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler. However, Draymond Green has been equally important to the Warriors’ rise in the Western Conference standings since the All-Star break because of his elite skills on defense. Green was recognized by the NBA on […]

Since coming to Los Angeles, Lakers guard Luka Doncic has received the utmost praise from LeBron James for his contributions. The Lakers are surging with a 46-29 record and are on the verge of locking up a top-five seed in the playoffs. Meanwhile, the Dallas Mavericks are hanging on by a thread with a 37-39 record […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo, one of the best players in the NBA, has long been rumored as a player who could one day request a trade out of the Milwaukee Bucks organization. That day has yet to come, but it may be more likely than ever this upcoming offseason. Antetokounmpo’s pairing with Damian Lillard hasn’t been as […]

Ever since the Los Angeles Lakers traded for Luka Doncic, it has been a dream come true for LeBron James and Austin Reaves. With the latter on the ascension this season, adding the Slovenian superstar only sweetens the deal. On the Mind The Game Podcast, James and Hall of Fame point guard Steve Nash talked […]

The 2024-25 chapter in the Washington Wizards’ rebuild could be called “Jordan Poole: Unleashed.” While the development of their young core is the most important storyline for the future, Poole’s growth this season has reached historic heights. The former NBA champion described how he’s changed since his arrival in Washington last season after breaking the […]

Recently, the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves were involved in a skirmish that resulted in seven ejections of both players and coaches. At the center of it all was Pistons big man Isaiah Stewart, who has been in his fair share of altercations throughout his career, including most notably with Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron […]

Former NBA forward and current analyst Chandler Parsons took time during Tuesday’s episode of Run It Back on FanDuel TV to clarify and defend his earlier statistical projection for Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves. Parsons had previously predicted a 15-point, five-rebound, five-assist season from Reaves — a statline some interpreted as underestimating the 26-year-old’s […]

The Phoenix Suns have amassed a pretty rich history given its overall success as a franchise since being founded in 1968. But it’s surprising that despite its success, the team has yet to win an NBA Championship. Here is a look at the 10 greatest Suns players in franchise history. Phoenix did not take long […]

The Phoenix Suns (35-40) begin a pivotal three-game road trip Tuesday night against the Milwaukee Bucks (40-34) with guard Bradley Beal listed as questionable due to a left hamstring strain. Tip-off at Fiserv Forum is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Beal has not played since March 16, when he was limited to just 15 minutes […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is unlike most NBA players, and he knows it. In a league that is trending more and more toward 3-point shooting, Antetokounmpo stands out as a player whose proverbial bread is buttered in the paint. For that reason, the former two-time NBA MVP believes he is a maverick. “Obviously, I’m […]

The Golden State Warriors have been a machine when both Jimmy Butler and Stephen Curry have been in the lineup. The Warriors currently sit in sixth place in the Western Conference, a half-game above the dreaded play-in line. One common complaint about the modern NBA has been the seemingly uniform style of play between virtually […]

The Golden State Warriors will visit the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday at FedEx Forum. Jonathan Kuminga has been ruled out for the matchup due to a right pelvic contusion. Here’s everything we know about Kuminga’s injury and playing status moving forward. *Watch NBA games LIVE with fuboTV (Get Access | Save $30)* Warriors rule out […]

Sean “Diddy” Combs is facing another bombshell lawsuit, and this one claims that in 2015, some of the biggest names in entertainment and sports — including LeBron James, Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Gloria Estefan — witnessed a disturbing scene at a private Miami party hosted at the Estefans’ mansion, per TMZ. Though none of them are […]

If it weren’t for the Dallas Mavericks, the Phoenix Suns would be far and away the biggest disaster of this 2024-25 NBA season, in danger of missing the playoffs despite having the most expensive roster in the league. Kevin Durant has continued to put up elite statistics, but his fit with costars Bradley Beal and […]

Before the 2024-25 season began, Kevin Durant didn’t sign a contract extension with the Phoenix Suns. This worried some, as they thought he was done with the team. Although Durant wanted a longer-term deal, the team didn’t make this season any easier. They offered him a deal that would’ve sent him back to the Golden […]

It’s been a rough few days for the Memphis Grizzlies, who recently fired head coach Taylor Jenkins and followed that up by losing home games to the Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics. The Grizzlies now find themselves in danger of dropping all the way down to the play-in level of the Western Conference picture, […]

There is no shortage of paths available to the Brooklyn Nets as they navigate their rebuild. With 13 tradable first-round picks — including their own this year and next — and over $50 million in cap space, they can build through the draft or expedite their timeline with a star acquisition. They reportedly prefer the […]

NBA stars are fixtures in the playoffs. However, not all stars can make it to the postseason. In fact, the NBA is extremely competitive to the point that some stars have yet to make an appearance in the games that matter the most. Here is a look at 10 NBA stars that surprisingly have yet […]

Without Jalen Brunson on the court due to an ankle sprain, Karl-Anthony Towns has been the undisputed leader of the New York Knicks. Towns has recorded six straight double-doubles and will look to keep momentum building on Tuesday night in Madison Square Garden against the Philadelphia 76ers. Unfortunately for Towns, he was a late addition […]

The Memphis Grizzlies stunned the NBA world when they fired head coach Taylor Jenkins just weeks before the start of the NBA Playoffs. With Jenkins out and the Grizzlies fading hard, many are now speculating about the future of star point guard Ja Morant. The Athletic’s Sam Amick addressed Morant’s Grizzlies future on FanDuel’s Run […]

Throughout their history, the Denver Nuggets have been a consistent presence in the postseason, though until very recently of course, that had never translated into the ultimate success. But that hasn’t stopped them being home to some incredibly good NBA players over the course of their more-than-50 years in the league. Numerous NBA greats have […]

In sports, the best ability is availability, and Stephen A Smith feels that sentiment with New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson. After Williamson was involved in Pelicans trade rumors, a majority of it had to do with his health. When he is on the court, he is a star. However, that is a major “if.” […]

With the regular season nearing an end, the Boston Celtics have kicked things into a higher gear before the playoffs. The defending NBA champions have won 14 of their last 15 games, including nine straight, and they look like the best team in the Eastern Conference. While home-court advantage played a major factor in Boston’s […]

The NBA has suspended five players involved in a fight that took place between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Detroit Pistons on Sunday. Donte DiVincenzo and Naz Reid are the two Timberwolves players who each received one-game suspensions. The Pistons’ Ron Holland II and Marcus Sasser also received one-game suspensions. Isaiah Stewart received a two-game suspension […]

The Los Angeles Lakers earned a hard-fought 104-98 victory over the Houston Rockets, one of the Western Conference’s top teams this season. LeBron James proved instrumental down the stretch, icing the game with clutch free throws and denying Alperen Sengun with a spectacular block in the closing moments. After the game, LeBron fielded questions not […]

LeBron James underscored the Los Angeles Lakers’ focused “mission” to secure a playoff spot after their 104-98 victory over the Houston Rockets on Monday night. The win extended the Lakers’ streak to two games and further solidified their position in the Western Conference playoff race. “We understand what’s at stake,” James said postgame. “Our mission […]

Josh Giddey made his return to OKC on Monday night as the Chicago Bulls took on the Oklahoma City Thunder. Giddey spent the first three seasons of his career with the Thunder before being traded to the Bulls during this past offseason. Giddey has been one of the best players in the NBA during the […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks endured a surprising 113-109 defeat against the Brooklyn Nets on Monday night. The Nets, who are now just 25-51, handed the Mavs a concerning loss as Dallas attempts to clinch an NBA Play-In Tournament position. Anthony Davis reacted to the team’s performance following the game. Anthony Davis on the Mavericks […]

Although Luka Doncic is in a Los Angeles Lakers uniform, teammate Dorian Finney-Smith is all too familiar with the superstar. The two played together with the Dallas Mavericks. However, before Monday’s 104-98 win over the Houston Rockets, Smith told reporters via ESPN’s Dave McMenamin what Doncic told him. “I just told him today if he […]

The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Houston Rockets by a final score of 104-98 on Monday night. Luka Doncic led the Lakers with 20 points, nine assists and six rebounds. According to Khobi Price of The Orange County Register, Doncic said he is still expecting to play on Thursday against the Golden State Warriors despite […]

The Denver Nuggets will host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday at Ball Arena. Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon are questionable on the team’s injury report. Murray is dealing with right hamstring tightness, while Gordon is listed with an illness and right calf injury management. Here’s everything we know about both players’ injuries and playing statuses […]

Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain quickly emerged as a Rookie of the Year candidate during the first couple months of the season. The 2024 first-round draft pick unexpectedly took on a lead scoring role as the Sixers’ big three — Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Paul George — all dealt with injuries at the start […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Orlando Magic and the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Magic-Spurs prediction and pick. The Orlando Magic face the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday, April 1, in a matchup missing star power as Victor Wembanyama […]