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After winning his first NBA Finals, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams revealed a right wrist injury that forced him to recreate his shot right before the postseason started. En route to his first NBA Finals appearance, Williams underwent a brutal pain management regimen that included 28-29 injections throughout the Thunder’s championship run. Jalen discussed […]

Cam Thomas’ future with the Brooklyn Nets remains one of the most puzzling free agency storylines of the offseason. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the gap between the Nets and their restricted free agent scoring guard is wider than many expected. Despite extending a $5.99 million qualifying offer to Thomas in late June. That […]

Philadelphia 76ers restricted free agent Quentin Grimes remains unsigned, but a new report suggests both sides are still expected to reach a multi-year agreement. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the shortest deal Grimes is likely to sign is a three-year contract, despite ongoing delays in negotiations. Fischer reported Thursday that while Grimes […]

The Chicago Bulls find themselves in a delicate dance with restricted free agent Josh Giddey, as contract extension negotiations between the two sides remain far apart, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer. While some reports have painted a more optimistic picture of discussions for Chicago, a free agency resolution appears to be anything but imminent […]

The Phoenix Suns have been making some big changes this offseason, and it’s obvious that they’re going in a different direction than they were in the past few years. Everything still revolves around Devin Booker, as his recent extension shows, but the team around him won’t look the same. In an attempt to get younger […]

Following losses in their first three Summer League games, the Brooklyn Nets were on the verge of a 23-point collapse on Wednesday. With the Orlando Magic making a late comeback, the Nets needed someone to save them from an embarrassing defeat. Egor Demin, the team’s prized draft selection, answered the call. After Orlando climbed within […]

New Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott reportedly made an effort to convince Bradley Beal to remain with the franchise before the veteran guard agreed to a contract buyout on Wednesday. According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, Ott met with Beal shortly after his hiring in June and presented a plan for a renewed role with […]

Two weeks into 2025 NBA free agency, former Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga remains without his next team. As one of the biggest names still available, Kuminga’s situation is unique in the fact that he is receiving a lot of mainstream media attention without any significant traction in the open market. A return to […]

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga has spent much of the offseason at the center of swirling trade speculation. And now, NBA insider Jake Fischer has revealed that Kuminga and his camp were hopeful for a sign-and-trade scenario with the Chicago Bulls. That interest wasn’t one-sided. While the Sacramento Kings had shown the most external […]

The Miami Heat made a splash in NBA Free Agency, acquiring Norman Powell in a three-team trade. The acquisition has stirred optimism among fans. But for former Heat champion Mike Miller, the buzz surrounding the deal needs a reality check. “I love Coach Pat, absolute OG,” Miller said during a recent appearance on the OG’s […]

Following Bradley Beal’s buyout from the Phoenix Suns and his decision to sign a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Clippers, ESPN analyst and former NBA player Kendrick Perkins offered a sharp critique of the move during Thursday morning’s edition of First Take. When asked what Beal’s addition meant for the Clippers’ title hopes, Perkins […]

Ever since the NBA imposed the rule that all American prospects had to play for at least one year of college basketball, it has been a tradition that nearly every prospect plays in the college basketball ranks. However, some prospects just didn’t need to play in the NCAA to become NBA-ready. Here are the 10 […]

The Los Angeles Clippers have made some major upgrades to their team over the past few weeks. First, they were able to acquire John Collins in a three-team trade with the Utah Jazz and Miami Heat. Unfortunately for them, they had to trade away Norman Powell, but they may have just signed his replacement recently. […]

NBA 2K26 arrives this September, but the developers released a Content Reveal Roadmap today, letting players know when they can expect new info. From Gameplay, to modes like MyCAREER, MyTEAM, and MyNBA, these reveals will show fans some of the biggest improvements coming in this year’s title. But when & where can you watch these […]

Bradley Beal’s high-profile departure from the Phoenix Suns wasn’t just a cap-clearing maneuver. It was the culmination of months of tension for the Suns, uncertainty, and behind-the-scenes negotiations between Beal and Phoenix that ESPN’s Brian Windhorst recently unpacked. What began as a bold acquisition ended in a complex buyout, with Beal walking away from $13.9 […]

ESPN’s Brian Windhorst confirmed Thursday that the Minnesota Timberwolves made a formal trade offer for Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant before he was ultimately dealt to the Houston Rockets in June. According to Windhorst, the Timberwolves’ proposal included a package centered around veteran center Rudy Gobert, guard Donte DiVincenzo, rookie forward Terrence Shannon Jr., and […]

Despite a whirlwind of rumors and speculation and an offseason of sweeping changes, the Boston Celtics never seriously considered trading Jaylen Brown or Derrick White, according to NBA insiders Jake Fischer and Brett Siegel. Amid offers leading up to the 2025 NBA Draft, Boston’s stance on its two cornerstone players remained firm. Both players were […]

The Golden State Warriors have not made many moves in the offseason, but there are a few things thing may be waiting to take shape. One of the things is what they will do with Jonathan Kuminga, as he’s receiving interest from other teams. They could either let him go in restricted free agency or […]

The Phoenix Suns have officially hit reset with Bradley Beal agreeing to a buyout in NBA Free Agency. The buyout saves the Suns nearly $14 million and clears major financial space, marking a new chapter. Beal’s exit lets the Suns stretch his remaining contract over five years, easing pressure from the NBA’s strict salary aprons. […]

If a Flamin’ Hot Cheeto in the shape of Michael Jordan’s Jumpman logo can get sold for thousands, you know a limited edition autographed rookie card is bound to generate some buzz. Through Pharell’s auction house (Joopiter), an autographed 1986-87 Fleer Michael Jordan rookie card was sold at $2.5 million last June, becoming the third most […]

As NBA free-agent Seth Curry surveys his next move, the idea of joining his brother, Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry, looms larger than ever. Speaking from the Edgewood Tahoe golf course during a recent media appearance, Seth addressed the growing buzz surrounding a potential reunion with his brother, and he didn’t shy away from […]

LAS VEGAS — When LeBron James was spotted with his wife, Savannah, and daughter, Zhuri, in the tunnel of the Thomas & Mack Center ahead of the Los Angeles Lakers’ second NBA Summer League game on Saturday, the entire NBA media landscape was sent ablaze amid all the speculation about his future. Aside from many […]

They finished the regular season with a decent 49-33 record, good for the 6th seed in the Western Conference. Rudy Gobert anchored the defense, while Edwards took a superstar leap. Meanwhile, Naz Reid stepped into an expanded role following Towns’ departure and thrived, finishing as a finalist for Sixth Man of the Year and providing […]

The Washington Wizards have pulled off one of the most tactically sound offseasons in the NBA this summer. While much of the league was preoccupied with blockbuster trades and cap-space-burning max contracts, the Wizards quietly – and cleverly – reshaped their future. Guided by a front office that understands timing, leverage, and value, Washington navigated […]

The 2025 NBA offseason was not about quantity for the Los Angeles Clippers; it was about precision. After another season ending in disappointment, the front office knew the window for contention with this core was rapidly narrowing. With Kawhi Leonard and James Harden all in their mid-30s, the Clippers had to be smarter, not splashier. […]

Recently traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers, Lonzo Ball shared a wholesome moment at the 2025 ESPY Awards alongside younger brother LiAngelo. The Cavs star was seen introducing his brother, LiAngelo Ball, aka Gelo, during a live performance of his breakout track “Tweaker.”  The Cavs guard, traded from the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Isaac Okoro […]

NBA star Russell Westbrook lit up the ESPYs stage this week with a heartfelt tribute to NBA legend Oscar Robertson. While presenting Robertson with the Arthur Ashe Courage Award, Westbrook delivered a line that drew laughs and knowing nods from basketball fans everywhere. “I may be bias[ed], but I don’t think there’s anything cooler in […]

New York Knicks forward Josh Hart recently gave fans a glimpse into his recovery process by posting a photo of his heavily bandaged right ring finger on Instagram. The caption read “6 weeks with this” and offered a simple but striking update following a procedure to repair a finger injury he sustained during the playoffs. […]

The 2024-25 season was shaping up to be a promising one for Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks. They may have been hovering near the .500 mark, but with victories against the top teams in the Eastern Conference, the Hawks looked like they were going to be a force to be reckoned with come postseason […]

Portland Trail Blazers rookie big man Yang Hansen was one of the biggest surprises at the 2025 NBA draft. Originally selected by the Memphis Grizzlies as the 16th overall pick in the first round, Yang immediately found himself at the center of attention. Even Yang was surprised when he got picked that high. “For sure […]

Th Philadelphia 76ers and their fans are understandably thrilled to have VJ Edgecombe in the City of Brotherly Love after selecting him with the No. 3 overall pick in the NBA Draft. Edgecombe has finished showing out in the NBA Summer League and is now focused on his first season in the NBA. Edgecombe made […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finished a historic 2024-25 NBA season by taking home the 2025 ESPY Award for Best Male Athlete on July 16, becoming the first Thunder player to receive the honor. Gilgeous-Alexander, who prevailed over finalists Josh Allen (Buffalo Bills), Saquon Barkley (Philadelphia Eagles), and Shohei Ohtani (Los Angeles Dodgers), […]

While the Denver Nuggets franchise experienced considerable turmoil towards the end of the 2024-25 season, they should still consider it a marked success under new head coach David Adelman. Even with a roster that lacks depth, requiring their starters to log heavy minutes, the Nuggets remained relatively healthy and managed to push the eventual champion […]

With two performances in the NBA Summer League, San Antonio Spurs rookie Dylan Harper flashed enough of his game to show why he went second in the 2025 NBA Draft. His debut was enough for a reporter to invoke Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. “That’s a new one,” Harper responded when asked if he thought his game resembled […]

The Dallas Mavericks may have found their next franchise cornerstone in Cooper Flagg, and the excitement isn’t limited to the NBA world. On Wednesday night at the NBA Summer League, Las Vegas Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby added his voice to the buzz with a clear endorsement that has Mavs fans talking. Crosby shared […]

After going on a spending spree of epic proportions last summer, fans always knew the Philadelphia 76ers were going to have a tighter budget in 2025. Now granted, that massive influx of free agents in 2024 didn’t really translate to wins, as the 76ers turned in one of their worst seasons in franchise history despite […]

While rumors of the Phoenix Suns looking to trade Bradley Beal go back to last season’s trade deadline, one of the major obstacles preventing that was Beal possessed a no-trade clause in his contract. In fact, he was one of only two active players alongside Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James that had a no-trade […]

The New York Knicks have had an eventful offseason. They added new coach Mike Brown. And they also signed free agent guard Jordan Clarkson, as well as forward Guerschon Yabusele. Without a healthy Jayson Tatum and Tyrese Haliburton, the Knicks look to enter the 2025-26 season ready to capitalize on a weakened Eastern Conference. But […]

Philadelphia 76ers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe has finished behind Cooper Flagg throughout his career. Flagg finished as the top-ranked prospect out of high school. He and the Duke Blue Devils made a deeper run in the NCAA Tournament than Baylor did. Finally, the Dallas Mavericks picked Flagg No. 1 overall in the draft while Edgecombe […]