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Chicago Bulls legend and basketball G.O.A.T. Michael Jordan was one of the most feared competitors to ever play the game. His attitude on the court was always backed up by his play and Jordan made to sure to look good while breaking the heart of anyone who wasn’t a Bulls fan. One of his most […]

There is plenty of uncertainty surrounding the New Orleans Pelicans. One is the possibility of the Pelicans relocating due to a lack of productivity in the Big Easy. The other is what lies ahead for Zion Williamson. Rumors swirl that the Pelicans are looking to trade him after an injury-riddled season. However, Pelicans head of […]

In an NBA offseason packed with surprises, perhaps no team flipped the script more dramatically than the Houston Rockets. For the past three seasons, the Rockets were widely seen as a rebuilding squad, cultivating a highly athletic and exciting young core. But in the span of a few weeks, general manager Rafael Stone pulled off […]

It’s been a transformative summer for Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic, who recently showed off his weight loss with some pictures for Men’s Health Magazine. It’s a big development for a star player in Doncic, who had long faced criticisms, particularly from his former team the Dallas Mavericks, that his lack of conditioning was […]

Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. recently opened up about his physical development as a basketball player, sharing that he was a late bloomer when it came to athleticism. Appearing on The Young Man & the Three, the 22-year-old revealed he didn’t dunk until his freshman year of high school, despite already being 6-foot-5 at […]

Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. recently took a playful jab at new teammate Kevin Durant while reflecting on the veteran star’s infamous free agency decision to join the Golden State Warriors in 2016. The moment came during Smith’s appearance on The Old Man & the Three, hosted by JJ Redick and Tommy Alter. Smith, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers had an interesting 2025 NBA offseason. After losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round, it was apparent what the team lacked. The purple and gold struggled to win the board battle, and they also lacked bench depth. Likewise, the defense struggled. While LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reeves […]

Just a few seasons ago, nobody in the basketball community ever imagined Ben Simmons playing for a third Atlantic Division squad, but with how reports are looking, that could very well be the case. Simmons began his career with the Philadelphia 76ers and was later traded to the Brooklyn Nets for James Harden. Simmons ended […]

On a recent episode of the Road Trippin podcast, former NBA forward and current analyst Richard Jefferson weighed in on the debate surrounding the greatest players in NBA history to never win a championship. When asked to choose between Hall of Famers Karl Malone and Charles Barkley, Jefferson decisively picked Malone. “The reason why I […]

Former NBA players Kendrick Perkins and Richard Jefferson expressed concerns over the league’s continued globalization efforts, warning that the trend may negatively impact the development of American basketball players. The discussion took place on the latest episode of the Road Trippin podcast, where both former players cited the growing international talent pool as a challenge […]

With All-Star Jayson Tatum recovering from a ruptured Achilles injury and Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzinigis — two key contributors to the 2024 NBA Finals championship — Boston Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown will lead a team in flux. Outside of Derrick White, he’s the only starter left from the starting lineup that won it all […]

Former NBA center Kendrick Perkins revealed his past struggles with gambling addiction while addressing Marcus Morris’ recent fraud charges tied to unpaid casino debts in Las Vegas. Speaking on a recent episode of the Road Trippin podcast, Perkins shared his personal experience with casino gambling and offered insight into how legal trouble can arise from […]

Immediately after the Boston Celtics were booted from the 2025 NBA Playoffs, Derrick White told reporters that he may have just played alongside some of his teammates for the last time. He was right, and the first one to go was two-time NBA champion Jrue Holiday. In late June, the C’s dealt Holiday to the […]

Daryl Morey had the NBA world shook when he dropped a quote to The Athletic saying that everyone he speaks to agrees that the Lakers’ 2020 championship in the bubble doesn’t hold the same weight as the others. That led to many coming after Morey for his comments, and the latest person to do so […]

Paul George is still considered one of the brightest stars in the NBA. However, he certainly has a lot to prove, especially after a disappointing season with the Philadelphia 76ers. But while PG will always be dangerous on the court, fans are still trying to gauge his ability as a podcaster. The nine-time All-Star kicked […]

LeBron James will likely be back in the Purple and Gold when the 2025-26 NBA season begins, but it cannot be ruled a certainty, even after his agent Rich Paul’s recent comments. Paul essentially kick-started the James trade rumors this offseason when, after James exercised his player option, he suggested that it may not be […]

With the NBA calendar flipping to August, there is still no clarity on where Jonathan Kuminga, who spent his first four seasons in the league with the Golden State Warriors, will be playing by the time the 2025-26 season begins. Kuminga remains one of the best free agents on the market, but his restricted free […]

Gilbert Arenas made the headlines recently after he was arrested for allegedly operating an illegal gambling business in which high-stakes poker games were played at an Encino mansion that Arenas owned. He was eventually released, but before that, a few people had some things to say about his arrest, one that included Kwame Brown. If […]

Chicago Bulls insider K.C. Johnson has doubled down on Marc Stein’s recent report that the team has no intention of buying out veteran center Nikola Vucevic, who is entering the final year of his contract. Speaking on the latest episode of The Fastbreak podcast, Johnson dismissed growing speculation that the Bulls were preparing to part […]

The NBA 2K26 Gameplay Reveal has arrived, showing off a new Motion Engine, an Enhanced Rhythm Shooting mechanic, and much more, all powered by ProPLAY Technology. Furthermore, the developers made improvements to offensive and defensive play, while providing players revamped controls for a better experience. Without further ado, let’s take a look at the NBA […]

The Chicago Bulls have spent the past few seasons clinging to the middle. They have straddled the line between trying to win now and preparing for a rebuild. That tension finally snapped this offseason. DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine have been long gone. Nikola Vucevic is entering the final year of his contract. The era […]

In the aftermath of a gut-wrenching playoff exit and amid a backdrop of escalating financial pressure, the Boston Celtics have already made the boldest move of the 2025 NBA offseason: retreating strategically. By trading away Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porziņģis, the Celtics voluntarily downgraded their top-end talent in a calculated effort to duck under the […]

Sometimes, an offseason doesn’t go according to plan. For the Indiana Pacers, this summer has been more about adjusting than upgrading. The 2024–25 campaign ended with promise but also questions, particularly about the roster’s ceiling without Tyrese Haliburton on the floor. The unexpected departure of a cornerstone big man, however, has left a glaring hole […]

Teams that missed out on the Dallas Mavericks’ top overall pick, Cooper Flagg, this year will get a chance to take a player just like him soon, as his twin brother, Ace Flagg, is on his way. Ace doesn’t have the same skills as Cooper, but everything else should be relatively the same, with Ace […]

Brooklyn Nets draft picks Ben Saraf and Danny Wolf won’t be the only Israelis on the floor during one of their first NBA appearances. The Nets will host a preseason game against Hapoel Jerusalem on Oct. 4 at Barclays Center, according to Basketball News Australia. This won’t be the first time the Nets have hosted an […]

With just 10 players on their 2025-2026 roster at the end of July, the Golden State Warriors have a lot of work to do over the next few months. While several marquee names are still available in free agency, the Warriors have to consider bringing back versatile guard Taran Armstrong after a strong showing in […]

As things presently stand, the Philadelphia 76ers are likely finished making major external moves during the 2025 NBA offseason. They have a roster sitting at 13 players on standard NBA contracts, three players on two-way deals in Jabari Walker, Hunter Sallis, and Dominick Barlow, and the option to add even more players for camp via […]

The Sacramento Kings are a team where it’s not quite easy to identify the direction they’re heading in. On paper, they appear to be a team that can reach play-in positioning, but that’s as far as the team goes. The Kings  have had a rather quiet offseason, with the sign-and-trade for Dennis Schroeder being their […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are entering a new era this season after they traded away veterans CJ McCollum and Brandon Ingram. With a couple of seemingly solid draft picks in Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen, and bringing in veterans like Kevon Looney and Jordan Poole, the team is looking to compete in the Western Conference […]

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a day named after him after winning the MVP award for the 2024-25 campaign. Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt made it official before watching the Thunder eliminate the Indiana Pacers in Game 7 of the NBA Finals. Then, he gave all 18 players their own official day throughout […]

The Chicago Bulls have made some interesting moves this offseason, including trading Lonzo Ball to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a deal that brought back Isaac Okoro. The Bulls are desperately seeking to get out of the play-in game cycle that has enveloped them for the last three years. This summer, there has been immense trade […]

As the stalemate between Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors continues, the veteran forward posted a bold response amid the standoff on social media. Kuminga’s agent reportedly pitched an $82 million deal. However, both sides were unable to reach a deal. Now, heading into August, many wonder about the context behind Jonathan’s cryptic message […]

Current Philadelphia 76ers executive Daryl Morey went viral for a quote he gave to The Athletic about the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2019-20 championship in the NBA Bubble. In that original quote, he seemed to doubt the legitimacy of the title along with many others around the league. This drew mixed reviews from NBA fans of […]

The Atlanta Hawks have had a busy offseason, trading for Kristaps Porzingis and signing Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Luke Kennard, among other moves. It’s all been part of the team’s plan to finally put a sensible roster together around point guard Trae Young, who made another All-Star team last season. Of course, in order for that […]

Former NBA player Marcus Morris Sr. was arrested in Broward County after authorities in Nevada claimed that he wrote $260,000 worth of bad checks to the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino and the Wynn Las Vegas Hotel and Casino in 2024. Morris was arrested on July 27 and released on July 29. A video surfaced […]

A man accused of killing former Orlando Magic player Adreian Payne was found guilty of second-degree murder on Wednesday, more than two years after the fatal shooting. Lawrence Dority was convicted in an Orange County courtroom and is scheduled to be sentenced on Aug. 29, according to Laverne McGee of WKMG 6. The verdict brings […]

One of the main beacons of hope for the Philadelphia 76ers moving forward is rookie guard and former Baylor standout VJ Edgecombe, whom the team drafted third overall after lucking into that spot in the NBA lottery. Edgecombe didn’t need much time in the NBA Summer League to establish the fact that he’s ready to […]

Gambling has become a big part of the sports world, and there have been punishments that have come down when players end up getting involved. In this most recent situation, it had to do with former NBA player Gilbert Arenas, and he was arrested after allegedly being a part of an illegal gambling business, according […]

Former NBA forward Michael Beasley reignited his ongoing one-on-one challenge to Carmelo Anthony with a profanity-laced rant, escalating tensions between the two former stars. Beasley’s latest comments came during a Big3 event and directly targeted the New York Knicks legend and newly elected 2025 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame inductee. “Melo said he’ll never […]