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The Toronto Raptors entered the 2025 NBA offseason with a sense of calm purpose. No grand rebuild. No win-now desperation. Just steady, measured decision-making aimed at internal growth and stability. With a young core in place and cap flexibility still years away, Toronto’s free agency approach was pragmatic. But was it productive? From the eyebrow-raising […]

How old were you when Lob City of the Los Angeles Clippers was a thing? Now, the bona fide leader of Lob City is back with the Clippers after the team confirmed the signing of Chris Paul via free agency on Monday. He will enter his 21st season in the NBA, which will be pretty […]

What do you do when your young core feels stuck between promise and production? If you’re the Memphis Grizzlies, you shake the snow globe. The 2025 offseason marked a dramatic shift in philosophy for a team once defined by its ascending youth. After two frustrating seasons marked by injuries and stagnation, the Grizzlies hit the […]

Jayson Tatum is sometimes criticized for how he performs on the big stage. Though, as he was fighting to keep the Boston Celtics out of a precarious position during the Eastern Conference Semifinals, the superstar forward fully embraced the moment and his role as a franchise pillar. He was absolutely masterful in Game 4 versus […]

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant made a courtside appearance at Barclays Center as the New York Liberty sealed a 98-84 win over the Indiana Fever. After the final buzzer rang through the arena, an unexpected highlight unfolded courtside, drawing immediate attention from fans and cameras alike. Morant and Liberty point guard Sabrina Ionescu shared a […]

Even a wedding could not stop Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum from putting in the work. Tatum is widely known in the NBA as one of the hardest-working players. His life has always revolved around basketball. His passion has fueled him to become the Celtics’ cornerstone, leading them to the championship in 2024. But he […]

A couple of years ago, the Sacramento Kings were lighting the beam and playing some of the most joyful basketball in the NBA. Fast forward to now, and that momentum feels like a distant memory. What was once a rising team with a clear identity has become a disjointed group grappling with age and fading […]

Few teams in the Western Conference have grown more organically and more impressively over the last few seasons than the Minnesota Timberwolves. After back-to-back trips to the Western Conference Finals, the Wolves aren’t a plucky underdog anymore. They’re a legitimate contender operating under the weight of expectation. However, maintaining that status, especially under the NBA’s […]

What do you do when your young core feels stuck between promise and production? If you’re the Memphis Grizzlies, you shake the snow globe. You flip the script, shuffle your assets, and hope the next configuration clicks. However, after a flurry of moves in the 2025 offseason, the only thing certain about Memphis is its […]

Max Christie appears ready to reunite with an old friend in Dallas. The shooting guard shared his excitement about teaming up again with D’Angelo Russell, his former Los Angeles Lakers teammate, now that both are part of the revamped Dallas Mavericks roster. Russell signed a two-year, $12 million contract with the Mavericks this offseason and […]

No one can question Dwyane Wade’s legacy. He is one of the greatest to ever play in the NBA, and is certainly among the greatest shooting guards of all-time. He’s, without question, the greatest player in Miami Heat history, the most significant player in the history of the franchise, playing a huge role in winning […]

Michael Beasley, the versatile, bucket-getting forward who played in the NBA for 11 seasons after he was drafted second overall in the 2008 NBA Draft, has to be one of the most polarizing figures in the sport. On the one hand, his peers have so much respect for him, calling him an unstoppable offensive force. […]

The Los Angeles Clippers are celebrating the signing of free agent guard Chris Paul this week. On Tuesday evening, Paul received a surprise from Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon. Before he could return to Los Angeles and officially hold his new old jersey for the first time, Paul was given his jersey for the first […]

The Charlotte Hornets are been stuck in mediocrity for years, but the franchise finally appears to have a clear direction and is hoping to change its ways. Kon Knueppel and KJ Simpson are hoping to be big parts of the changes happening in Charlotte over the next few seasons. Behind a strong game from Knueppel, […]

The wait is allegedly over for San Antonio Spurs fans. In the Silver and Black’s latest reported move in NBA Free Agency, they have agreed to a two-way NBA contract with Summer League star David Jones-Garcia, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. David Jones-Garcia – All-Summer League first team breakout guard – has agreed on a […]

The Los Angeles Lakers made a significant addition of late to their team, with the Purple & Gold signing former NBA Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart to a two-year, $11 million contract. At this point, it’s already known that Los Angeles superstar guard Luka Doncic had played a role in convincing Smart to […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have made some moves to shore up their depth this offseason, with Marcus Smart’s signing being the latest such transaction. Upon announcing Smart’s arrival, team president Rob Pelinka hyped up the impact of the former NBA Defensive Player of the Year. “Adding a player like Marcus Smart to our roster allows us […]

The 2025 NBA Summer League has come to an end, and the Phoenix Suns were the winners. They didn’t win the Summer League title, as did the Charlotte Hornets, but they had a nice turnaround in three months. The Suns extended Devin Booker to a $145 million contract extension. Meanwhile, the franchise traded away Kevin […]

After becoming an NBA champion, Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein kept his receipts for those who didn’t always believe, including ESPN analyst Stephen A Smith. Smith has been ridiculed for his hometown takes on the New York Knicks, which led to a stray when he questioned the starting center’s promotion in New York. It […]

What does it mean to be in the NBA? This is a question many rookies, especially top draft picks like Dylan Harper, VJ Edgecombe, and Kon Knueppel, learn the answer to during NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. Over the years, NBA Summer League has blossomed into more than just a scouting event. All 30 […]

After one year with the San Antonio Spurs, Chris Paul is coming back to the Los Angeles Clippers this season. A season that will be his 21st and likely his last. His return is being welcomed with open arms. So much so that Clippers teammate Bradley Beal happily let Paul wear the No.3 jersey upon […]

Michael Beasley made a career off of his ability to score the basketball. He was one of the best players in the country during his collegiate career. However, it did not really transfer when he was with Erik Spoelstra and the Miami Heat. Coming off a matchup with Lance Stephenson in the BIG 3, Beasley […]

The Milwaukee Bucks shocked the NBA world when they signed Myles Turner to a four-year deal. When Milwaukee revealed that they waived and stretched Damian Lillard to do so, the shock increased. With the freedom to pick his next destination, the All-Star point guard decided to head back to the Portland Trail Blazers. His decision […]

Nike is continuing this years push of the Nike Air Foamposite one silhouette as they continue to dig deep into their vault an re-release classic pairs from the last 25 years. While Orlando Magic legend Penny Hardaway made these sneakers famous, the streets and sneaker culture are what made the Foamposite erupt in mainstream popularity. […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been busy making moves the last couple of weeks, including signing both Marcus Smart and Deandre Ayton off the buyout market. The moves occurred in the wake of LeBron James choosing to opt into his player option despite his agent Rich Paul making some cryptic statements hinting at a potential […]

Nike’s signature Kobe Bryant sneaker line has been massively popular over the last few years in terms of both NBA and WNBA talent constantly preferring his sneakers over others. Thanks to the Nike Kobe line, the low-top sneakers have become go-to options for top talent across the globe and come this holiday, we’ll see the […]

The NBA Summer League is a proving ground for the league’s next generation. First and second-year players enjoy the spotlight as they vie for a championship in Las Vegas. Kon Knueppel and the Charlotte Hornets took the title home after a thrilling game over Nique Clifford and the Sacramento Kings. However, the league’s MVP honors […]

Despite another injury-marred season and a franchise-worst record since his arrival, Zion Williamson remains central to the New Orleans Pelicans’ long-term plans. During the NBA 2K26 Summer League in Las Vegas, Spotrac’s Keith Smith spoke with coaches and executives from across the league. A Pelicans front office executive made it clear that Williamson, now entering […]

As there has been no doubt an immense amount of conversations around the Utah Jazz selecting Ace Bailey in the NBA Draft, one part was the pre-draft process and how the Rutgers star didn’t want to go to the team. While there have been critics of the Jazz rookie in Bailey, a team executive has […]

Throughout the history of the NBA, there have been several stars that have graced the league. Although some players were superstars at their own right, others needed to be in the right situation to succeed. Here is a look at 10 NBA players who wouldn’t have become stars had they been drafted elsewhere. Check out […]

The Dallas Mavericks have a bright future with No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg on the roster. In Summer League, the 18-year-old appeared in two games. He endured a forgettable shooting performance in his first outing before bouncing back with a tremendous game. However, Flagg reportedly wanted to play a third contest, via Keith Smith […]

The Denver Nuggets will not be signing superstar center Nikola Jokic to a contract extension this offseason. Although Denver extended an offer to extend Jokic’s contract for another three years and estimated $212 million, the three-time MVP declined, indicating he will enter the 2025-26 NBA season with three years and $177 million left on his […]

After another NBA offseason filled with question marks, one of the league’s greatest scorers in history will adjust to a new home once again as Kevin Durant makes his anticipated debut for the Houston Rockets. No matter the team he’s playing for, Durant is sure to bring excitement to his fan base as he continues […]

The Charlotte Hornets made franchise history in winning their first-ever championship in the NBA Summer League, marking the first time they’ve won a championship of any variety. After years of sub-par seasons and a disappointed fan base, things could be looking up for the Hornets as they foster a new crop of young talent. First-round […]

With Luka Doncic eligible to sign a contract extension beginning August 2, a Los Angeles Lakers front office executive made it clear that the franchise sees the 26-year-old as a long-term cornerstone. During NBA 2K26 Summer League coverage in Las Vegas, Spotrac’s Keith Smith spoke with coaches and executives across both conferences. Among those conversations […]

The lore and aura of NBA all-time scoring leader LeBron James on a basketball court is virtually unmatched. However, things are taken one step forward when putting the arguable G.O.A.T. of the game up against amateur players. Returning to the Drew League in 2022 for the first time in 11 years, LeBron James put on […]

Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton recently offered high praise for Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander while appearing on The Pat McAfee Show, reflecting on the Thunder’s dominance and Gilgeous-Alexander’s ascension to MVP status during the 2024–25 NBA season. Haliburton, who is currently recovering from a torn Achilles sustained in Game 7 of the NBA […]

There aren’t many moments in NBA history that can top Lakers legend Kobe Bryant’s 81-point performance against the Toronto Raptors in 2006. The game lives forever in league lore and serves as a massive point for Bryant when thrown into the G.O.A.T. discussion. In continuing to keep the Nike Kobe collection active with new releases, […]

Like his rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers, Dalton Knecht’s NBA Summer League was full of highs and lows. In three games in Las Vegas, Knecht averaged 10.3 points per game while shooting 27.9% from the field and 23.8% from 3-point range. His only outstanding performance was in Utah’s Summer League on July 8, […]