NBA Articles - Page 1892

After being one of the most hyped up draft prospects of all time back in 2019, New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson has, by and large, delivered on the excitement he entered the NBA with. Williamson was especially dominant during the 2020-21 season, when he averaged 27.0 points and 7.2 rebounds per game on 61% […]

All eyes are on Joel Embiid as the Philadelphia 76ers prepare for another season of hopeful title contention. The Sixers are expecting another huge season out of their man in the middle in 2022-23. Embiid is entering what will almost certainly be his sixth straight season of being an All-Star. The big man has emerged […]

After the past few years of his career, it’s been difficult to believe that Carmelo Anthony will be a surefire first-ballot Hall of Famer. Anthony’s career began to peter out ever since he was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder and his scoring prowess could no longer cover for the deficiencies in his game. Still, […]

Former Chicago Bulls shooting guard Ben Gordon was arrested on Monday over allegations striking his 10-year-old son when the pair was together at LaGuardia airport in New York. According to the report from the New York Post, Gordon was expecting to board on a flight to Chicago that evening before the police handcuffed him and […]

The 2022-23 NBA preseason is seeing the emergence of Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey as a real star. His scoring outbursts have powered victories in each of the Sixers’ three preseason contests. His red-hot 3-point shooting and highlight-worthy buckets are causing heads to turn. Maxey has been unreal so far this preseason. In each of […]

Now that the dust has somewhat settled in the aftermath of Draymond Green’s now-infamous fight with Jordan Poole, it’s time for the Golden State Warriors to start healing. The team has to move past this ugly incident as soon as possible as they look to start their title defense in a week’s time. For his […]

In one of the most hilarious moments of the preseason, the Denver Nuggets’ PA announcer mistook DeAndre Jordan for Deandre Ayton. During the introductions for Monday’s game, the announcer was supposed to call Jordan. But instead, he voiced the wrong DeAndre as he called him Ayton. What’s even funnier was the reaction of Jordan and […]

The Golden State Warriors are experiencing firsthand what the costly price of winning actually is. Not only do the Warriors have to deal with the potential financial complications that await them with the impending extensions to Jordan Poole, Andrew Wiggins, and Draymond Green, they also have to weather internal franchise turmoil after Green rocked Poole […]

The Charlotte Hornets fell to the Washington Wizards, dropping them 0-3 in the preseason. There was lot of excitement around the organization because Gordon Hayward has not played basketball since April in 2022, though LaMelo Ball’s injury put a damper on the occasion. LaMelo Ball’s injury LaMelo stepped on the foot of Wizards big man […]

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart is no stranger to physicality, but even he thought Draymond Green took it too far when he struck Jordan Poole during a Golden State Warriors morning practice. The long-time Celtic was asked about the Golden State brawl and remarked that it wasn’t out of the ordinary. Tempers flare in the […]

After gaining a lot of interest following his strong performance for Germany in the EuroBasket tournament, Dennis Schroder decided to take his talents back to Hollywood to reunite with the Los Angeles Lakers. The veteran guard admitted that he has “unfinished business” with the Lakers after his one-year stint with the team in 2020-21. Schroder […]

It looks like the Washington Wizards have dodged a bullet when it comes to Kristaps Porzingis’ ankle injury. Porzingis left Monday’s preseason game against the Charlotte Hornets with a left ankle sprain. He sustained the injury late in the second quarter of the contest while driving to the basket. His ankle appeared to twist as […]

The Philadelphia 76ers used their latest preseason game to try something new out. With Joel Embiid and Montrezl Harrell both inactive in the Sixers’ third preseason game, Doc Rivers decided to go with a small-ball starting lineup featuring P.J. Tucker at center and De’Anthony Melton as the fifth starter with him, James Harden, Tyrese Maxey […]

LeBron James called Victor Wembanyama an “alien” after watching him play recently. Like many, James was blown away by the performance of a player some are calling the greatest prospect in basketball history. Wembanyama played in a pair of Las Vegas exhibitions against the G League Ignite, and it is easy to see why some […]

So much has been made about the current relationship between Phoenix Suns star Deandre Ayton and head coach Monty Williams. Ayton his did part to stoke the flame after he recently revealed that he hadn’t spoken to his coach since their disastrous Game 7 loss to the Dallas Mavericks in last season’s Western Conference Semifinals. […]

A Charlotte Hornets fans’ worst nightmare has occurred. Star guard LaMelo Ball was forced to exit the team’s NBA preseason game with an ankle injury. Ball landed awkwardly on his ankle while driving to the basket and was clearly in pain as he fell to the hardwood. LaMelo Ball exited the game vs. Wizards with […]

Zion Williamson has looked like his old self again for the New Orleans Pelicans during the offseason. The sample size has been undeniably small, but at this point, Pels fans should definitely be feeling excited about what’s ahead this season for their prized superstar. For his part, ESPN’s NBA insider Marc J. Spears is all-in […]

When Paul George came to the Los Angeles Clippers three years ago, he knew exactly what he signed up for. Nothing has changed now that he is entering his fourth season with the team, and he’s reiterated this in a recent interview. According to George, he is well aware of the fact that he’s the […]

Chet Holmgren’s rookie campaign could not have taken a bigger blow after the young man was ruled out for the entirety of the 2022-23 season due to a brutal foot injury. However, there’s no denying that the entire Oklahoma City Thunder fanbase is rallying behind him right now. A nine-year-old kid recently sent Holmgren a […]

Darvin Ham has repeatedly stated that Anthony Davis is the key to success — and the ultimate ceiling-raiser — for the 2022-23 Los Angeles Lakers. Obviously, his health is paramount (AD’s goal is to play 82 games). On defense, Davis will be the focal point of Ham’s “centerfield” scheme, and may even start the season […]

Draymond Green is still currently spending time away from the Golden State Warriors amid his self-imposed hiatus from the team. This came after the former Defensive Player of the Year threw a punch at teammate Jordan Poole during a heated altercation at practice. Neither Green nor the Warriors revealed how long the veteran intends to […]

Just a day after entering the NBA’s health and safety protocols, Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal has gotten out of it. However, while it is not COVID-19, Beal remains ill. NBA insider Marc Stein broke the news, adding that the Wizards guard is considered day-to-day because of the issue. This is a positive development for […]

Historically, Anthony Davis has articulated his preference to play more power forward than center, noting the physical toll manning the middle can take over the course of a season. However, he’s always been willing to slide to the five in selective spots — including crunch time and in key playoff moments — with the understanding […]

Draymond Green wants to be a Los Angeles Laker? That is what ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith said on First Take. Green is currently away from the Golden State Warriors after punching teammate Jordan Poole during a recent practice. Some people around the NBA world believe that Draymond wants to fix his relationship with the Warriors […]

James Wiseman wants to be star, and some of the most prominent voices within the Golden State Warriors believe he still has the chance to truly shine at basketball’s highest level. The third-year big man flashed that ultimate potential during one third quarter possession against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night in his team’s […]

The Los Angeles Lakers made another minor transaction on Monday as they continue to tinker with their training camp roster. The team added guard Bryce Hamilton and requested waivers on guard LJ Figueroa, who was signed on Saturday, along with Shaquille Harrison. Hamilton, a Pasadena native, spent the last four years starring for UNLV. He […]

Although the Philadelphia 76ers are not entering this season with a brand new supporting cast like in years past, it’s the first full season with James Harden. Doc Rivers is working to integrate him into the Sixers’ Joel Embiid-centric offense so that the two stars can work effectively together. In a discussion with ESPN’s Adrian […]

Tyrese Maxey is on a clear path to becoming one of the most beloved Philadelphia 76ers players in recent memory. The 21-year-old guard has improved his game over the course of two seasons and could be an All-Star. Fans all across Philadelphia adore him for his talent and upbeat attitude, as does Sixers head coach […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is set to release a brand new sneaker this fall called the LeBron 20s, which makes sense since it’s his 20th year in the league. On Monday, The King posted a hilarious video on IG not only showcasing his new kicks but also providing us all with a bit […]

The Brooklyn Nets are just over a week away from opening night. The team has a pair of preseason games under its belt with two more coming this week as anticipation for regular season action builds. With that, I took some questions from NetsWorld in the second edition of my Nets mailbag. Who is most […]

Bronny James is already a popular figure in the basketball world because of his father LeBron James, but he’s starting to make his own mark in the sport. Bronny is now officially a Nike athlete as well, signing an endorsement deal with the company on Monday. Huge move for the youngster. Via Nick DePaula: BREAKING: […]

Blake Griffin signed with the Boston Celtics a couple of weeks ago and made his preseason debut on Friday. While he was certainly rusty, there were also some signs of promise as he looks to solidify himself a bench role in 2022-23. In his post-game interview, Griffin spoke about the maturity and focus of this […]

Following a surprise run to the 2021 Eastern Conference Finals, the Atlanta Hawks scuffled through a disappointing 2022 season, finishing 43-39 and suffering a first-round exit at the hands of the Miami Heat. However, the Hawks have higher ambitions and they might not be done upgrading the roster just yet. Enter Phoenix Suns forward Jae […]

The Boston Celtics’ 2022-23 NBA preseason campaign is almost over, and it has been a highly successful preview of the regular season so far. The Celtics stand at 2-1 and have one last preseason game against the Toronto Raptors. While Boston’s only loss was to the Raptors in overtime, the team largely dominated the game […]

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James and Dwyane Wade each took necessary steps in their partnership to help the Miami Heat achieve their goals of an NBA championship. Kawhi Leonard and Paul George are hoping their partnership will yield the same results for the Los Angeles Clippers. Leonard and George are entering Year 4 together, and […]

LOS ANGELES — Kawhi Leonard’s long-anticipated return from the right ACL tear has gone smoothly thus far, and the Los Angeles Clippers could reap the rewards of his patient approach to rehab. Leonard participated in two of the Clippers’ first three preseason games, and he will likely play in the fourth one as well. He played […]

Golden State Warriors big man Kevon Looney admits Draymond Green needs to really work hard if he wants to earn the trust and respect of his teammates back after the Jordan Poole incident. Green has been on the receiving end of a major backlash after he punched Poole during a recent Warriors practice. A video […]

It’s safe to say that Steve Kerr wanted Jordan Poole to be a long-term fixture for the Golden State Warriors before he was punched by Draymond Green. The fourth-year guard’s ever-impressive response to the ongoing controversy, though, no doubt makes Poole even more valuable to the Warriors’ present and future as his representatives continue negotiating […]

Jordan Poole was in good spirits while getting up post-practice jumpers with teammates shortly after Draymond Green landed a vicious punch to his left jaw. It’s not exactly surprising, basically, that he played well in the Golden State Warriors’s 124-121 preseason loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Given the ongoing fallout from his viral altercation […]