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Minnesota Timberwolves fans pulled the ultimate troll job on Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler. https://twitter.com/TheNBACentral/status/1463702357414404097 During the third quarter of the game when Tyler Herro was on the free-throw line, Timberwolves fans started chanting “Rachel Nichols” at Jimmy Butler. This all started because someone reported that multiple players inside the NBA bubble were having secret […]

In a huge win for the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday, LeBron James celebrated a clutch three that he hit late in the game with a familiar celebration, one that LA fans have seen before–just with a different player. LEBRON. with a little Sam Cassell and HMD cele on top. pic.twitter.com/YlxAyZo0sG — Rob Perez (@WorldWideWob) […]

Toronto Raptors rookie forward Scottie Barnes has made a big splash in the NBA just over a month into his pro career. On Wednesday, he added another accomplishment to his resume. "Scottie Barnes… just like that!" The @Raptors rookie beats the 1st quarter buzzer on NBA League Pass, watch here: https://t.co/V0kkYEEIkG pic.twitter.com/3jXtk1rxLj — NBA (@NBA) […]

LeBron James was not happy with a pair of fans sitting courtside in the Los Angeles Lakers’ contest against the Indiana Pacers. King James literally pulled a referee over to point out some fans, who were presumably heckling the Lakers’ star during an intense moment in overtime. Both fans were ejected from the arena. LeBron […]

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr knows what Klay Thompson needs to work on in his return. It is still yet to be determined when exactly can Klay Thompson make his Warriors return. However, the All-Star guard already played full contact scrimmages on Tuesday. Revealing how Thompson’s scrimmages went down, Steve Kerr reckoned that […]

LaMelo Ball is never the type to settle for the ordinary. This is exactly why the Charlotte Hornets star went for an audacious self alley-oop attempt on a fastbreak play against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday. Unfortunately for him, his showboating resulted in a botched play worthy of Shaqtin a Fool. Here’s the Hornets stud […]

Minnesota TWolves star point guard D’Angelo Russell has always shown flashes of being a great ball handler. That was on full display Wednesday night as he crossed up Miami Heat’s Duncan Robinson before hitting the layup. D-Lo goes to work 😳 Watch on NBA League Pass: https://t.co/V0kkYEEIkG pic.twitter.com/vehP8FmN1G — NBA (@NBA) November 25, 2021 Just […]

LaMarcus Aldridge has been balling out this season – and the Brooklyn Nets have sorely needed it. They’re in first place through 18 games, thanks in large part to his white-hot shooting. Aldridge is in many ways the most pleasant surprise of the Nets season. Recall, he retired abruptly last year after joining the Nets […]

If recent rumors are to be believed, it appears Ben Simmons is feeling the financial consequences of his standoff with the Philadelphia 76ers. According to Howard Eskin of 94WIP during his Tuesday evening radio show, his sources have claimed that the want-away Sixers star is “cash flow broke.” Aside from the fines he has been […]

Dwyane Wade won no less than two NBA tiles alongside LeBron James and Chris Bosh during the Miami Heat Big 3 era. It was without a doubt one of the most historic periods in franchise history. As it turns out, however, Wade never really enjoyed those title runs. The Heat legend recently admitted that the […]

Brooklyn Nets Superstar Kevin Durant has surpassed Allen Iverson for 25th on the all-time scoring list. With this bucket, Kevin Durant passed Allen Iverson for 25th on the NBA's all-time scoring list 🙌 pic.twitter.com/uB45degun6 — ESPN (@espn) November 25, 2021 The Nets forward is considered one of the most, if not the most incredible score […]

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson seems to be making significant steps in his recovery from foot injury. However, the team will know more about his progression after his latest scans are analyzed. Head coach Willie Green provided the update on Zion on Wednesday prior to their game against the Washington Wizards. Based on Green’s […]

A lot of people from in and around the NBA have chimed in on the incident involving Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James and Isaiah Stewart of the Detroit Pistons. LeBron got ejected for just the second time in his career for a supposed inadvertent blow to Stewart’s head that left the youngster’s face all […]

John Wall is still with the Houston Rockets, joining the team in film sessions and even participating in pre-game warmups. The problem is: he’s not playing. By the looks of it, the Rockets have no intention of even considering Wall to suit up in games at all. Sure, they have made it clear during the […]

JJ Redick recently had a very interesting conversation with ESPN host Stephen A. Smith about the fear factor brought about by Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James. While Smith stated that he does not believe LeBron instills fear in his opponents, Redick was having none of it as he explained why he himself feared James […]

The status for Lakers stars Lebron James and Anthony Davis are mixed. Lakers fans will be happy to hear that King James is back after his one game suspension, but AD has been downgraded from questionable to doubtful to out. Los Angeles Lakers reporter Harrison Faigen tweeted the news, stating that AD’s illness is getting […]

Despite the fact that the new season is now already in full swing, the Philadelphia 76ers and Ben Simmons’ camp have yet to find a resolution to their predicament. The former Rookie of the Year has yet to suit up for the Sixers this term as he continues to try and force his way out […]

Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant is embroiled in a scandal he wants absolutely no part of, and it’s all about his ashy legs. After a photo of the incredibly dry skin on his leg went viral, just about everyone has weighed in on the superstar’s lack of a moisturizing routine. After making a joke himself […]

Los Angeles Lakers star Russell Westbrook is one of the most scrutinized players in the NBA. One weakness in Westbrook game has been his turnovers, something he was questioned for once again by a reporter following Tuesday’s loss to the New York Knicks. Westbrook, clearly annoyed at the question, fired back with another vintage media […]

The long awaited return of Sixers star Joel Embiid may be sooner rather than later. The Athletic NBA reporter Shams Charania tweeted that he could return this Saturday, per source. Sources: There’s optimism 76ers star Joel Embiid will return on Saturday vs. Minnesota following a three-week absence due to COVID-19. Embiid has been ramping up […]

The Philadelphia 76ers have a difficult matchup with the Golden State Warriors on the slate for what should be an intriguing inter-conference battle on Wednesday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series and make a 76ers-Warriors prediction and pick. The Chase Center will play host to the 76ers on Wednesday, and the surging […]

The Los Angeles Lakers travel to Indianapolis to face the Indiana Pacers in an inter-conference battle on Wednesday night. We’re back with our NBA odds series to make a Lakers-Pacers prediction and pick. The Pacers host the Lakers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday night. LeBron James will be back for the Lakers after missing Tuesday […]

Michigan State took on Loyola-Chicago in one of the exciting early matchups on Wednesday’s college basketball slate. The Spartans edged out a win over the Ramblers, 63-61, but the performance from Loyola, more notably their head coach, caught the attention of one Michigan State alum. Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green tweeted about the tight […]

The opening weeks of the regular season have not been kind to the Philadelphia 76ers. Between getting hit by health and safety protocols and the drama with Ben Simmons, Doc Rivers has had a depleted roster at his disposal. Despite the unfortunate circumstances, the Sixers have still managed to start the season on a good […]

Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter has been vocal in his criticisms of China or any NBA player who he feels has aligned themselves with the interests of the Chinese government. Kanter took to Twitter in another anti-China rant, this time focusing his ire on Brooklyn Nets owner Joe Tsai. The owner of @brooklynNets@joetsai1999 is a […]

Chicago Bulls big man Nikola Vucevic has been on the shelf with COVID-19 but he’s recently cleared protocols and it appears he will finally return to the lineup on Wednesday against the Houston Rockets. But, the team plans to ease him back into action. Via Joe Cowley: Vooch will play tonight … limited minutes … […]

The Chicago Bulls are off to a strong 12-6 start to the 2021-22 season despite adversity in the form of a tough opening schedule and some key health issues. One of those health issues was the absence of Coby White as he recovered from offseason shoulder surgery. While the Bulls have played well to begin […]

Through 18 games, the Brooklyn Nets sit atop the Eastern Conference at 13-5. The much improved East has a fierce middle-class it didn’t have in years past. It’s probably too early to make a definitive ranking but it’s more fun to try now before it’s all more clear. Quick note on this list. This is […]

For months now, the basketball community has been asking itself one question. What is going to happen between Ben Simmons and the Philadelphia 76ers? Since the Sixers dropped game seven of the Eastern Conference semifinals to the Atlanta Hawks, things have been dicey between the team and one of their franchise cornerstones. Shortly after the […]

The Boston Celtics host the Brooklyn Nets in an Eastern Conference showdown on Wednesday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series and make a Nets-Celtics prediction and pick. Both the Celtics and Nets enter Wednesday’s clash enjoying three-game win streaks. Boston is coming off wins against the Lakers, Thunder, and Rockets, and will […]

Fenway Sports Group, a parent company of the Boston Red Sox, has been in the sports news lately. The group is currently in talks to acquire the Pittsburgh Penguins of the NHL but may have their sights set on a different sport after their recent partnership with Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. Scoop: Red […]

Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal has opened up about what has been his new motivation this season. Heading into a regular season game against the Cleveland Cavaliers earlier this month, Bradley Beal learned of the death of his grandmother. Despite grieving, the Wizards marksman still hit the basketball court and even dropped 15 points in […]

The Phoenix Suns have staked their claim as an elite NBA team after a run to the Finals last year and a hot start to this season. However, there are still people out there who doubt if the Suns are for real. Suns forward Mikal Bridges has an expletive-laden message for those doubting if they […]

Coaches, executives, and scouts had harsh criticism for Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and the Boston Celtics. Though a successful organization, the Celtics have failed in recent years to make a big push for a championship albeit the numerous All-Stars they have had on their roster. Former stars include Kyrie Irving, Gordon Hayward, and Kemba Walker, […]

Less than 10 days after an “embarrassing” blowout loss in the Mile High City, the Portland Trail Blazers got some much-needed revenge against the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday, beating Michael Malone’s woefully depleted squad, 119-100. The Blazers can only play who’s in front of them and hardly need to apologize for one of their best offensive […]

The Detroit Pistons found themselves in the spotlight due to the altercation involving Isaiah Stewart and Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. While most Pistons headlines focus in on James’ ejection against Detroit, they have actually low-key strung together some good games over the past week. Prior to the scuffle that broke out at Little […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is already a part-owner of Premier League giants Liverpool, but it appears he’s taking that relationship to the next level. Fenway Sports Group, which owns the Merseysiders and the Boston Red Sox, has announced that James will collab with the football club to produce a Nike line that will […]

The Los Angeles Clippers lost Nicolas Batum for about a week, but welcomed back one of their other forwards from a month-long absence. Marcus Morris made his long-awaited return to the Clippers’ lineup, starting Tuesday night’s game against Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks. Morris was announced as the Clippers’ starter pregame and, despite being […]

The Denver Nuggets’ injury woes continue. Adrian Wojnarowski reports that P.J. Dozier is suspected to have an ACL tear in his left knee, however, there is still further evaluation to be done later today. It has been a disastrous start to the Nuggets’ season with multiple injuries across the roster. They headed into the season […]