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In falling to the Los Angeles Clippers by 12 points, there is another number that may prove uglier for Mitch Johnson in the San Antonio Spurs loss: 27. That’s by how much the Silver and Black lost the rebounding battle. The lopsided result comes as the Spurs went to a smaller line-up throughout the 128-116 […]

The San Antonio Spurs fell to 20-24 after a 128-116 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday, but perhaps the most notable part of the game was when frustration boiled over for Victor Wembanyama, who was shoved by Clippers center Ivica Zubac on the court, resulting in him charging the Los Angeles center. Wembanyama […]

The Sacramento Kings have announced that they’ll be listening to offers for De’Aaron Fox ahead of the trade deadline since the guard may not sign a contract extension. Earlier in the season, rumors circulated that Fox would leave the Kings, and many thought he had asked for a trade, but it seems that he didn’t […]

As the 2025 NBA trade deadline approaches, discussions about the Sacramento Kings and De’Aaron Fox continue to heat up. Rumors of the star point guard potentially being moved ahead of the Feb. 6 deadline intensify as each hour passes with more teams getting involved each day. With just one week remaining until the deadline, “dozens” […]

The NBA trade deadline is often a high-stakes game of resource management. Take the Phoenix Suns, who recently traded a premium first-round pick for three lesser ones just to create flexibility. Most contenders face similar dilemmas, constrained by limited assets and the collective bargaining agreement. They wrestle with several tough questions at this point in […]

A career-best night for MVP front-runner Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who scored a career-high 52 points on Wednesday night, was spoiled by the Golden State Warriors, who upset the West-leading Thunder 116-109. Andrew Wiggins led the way for the Dubs with 27 points, it was two-time MVP Stephen Curry who scored 17 of his 21 points to […]

The Golden State Warriors picked up a big 116-109 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday, but Shai Gilgeous-Alexander still presented a problem for Golden State, just as he does for the rest of the league. Gilgeous-Alexander scored 52 points in the game, and Warriors coach Steve Kerr after the game said that he […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers have spent the 2024-25 NBA season solidifying their status as legitimate championship contenders. With an impressive 38-9 record, they’ve exceeded even the most optimistic preseason projections. Powered by their dynamic young core and an elite defensive presence, the Cavs have established themselves as a dominant force in the Eastern Conference. However, standing […]

BOSTON — The Boston Celtics haven’t been very consistent of late. The reigning champions are 9-6 in January and 2-2 in their last four games. But during this stretch, there has been one constant: Kristaps Porzingis playing some of the best basketball of his career. In fact, his finest game of the 2024-25 season came […]

Dallas Mavericks big man Daniel Gafford had a game to remember in the team’s astonishingly close 137-136 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night. Gafford was perfect on the floor, finishing with 22 points, 12 rebounds, and 4 blocks, going a flawless 9-for-9 from the field. This was just the second time this […]

Even though Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put up 52 points, the Golden State Warriors still overcame a 14-point deficit to defeat the Western Conference-leading Oklahoma City Thunder 116-109 at Chase Center on Wednesday.  Golden State pulled ahead late with game-winning shots and strong defense, ending Oklahoma City’s three-game winning streak at Chase Center. Gilgeous-Alexander dominated early, scoring […]

The Orlando Magic have a much better season than the Portland Trail Blazers. However, injuries to Jalen Suggs and Gary Harris have the Magic waiting for an update before they can examine their chances in this matchup. Orlando isn’t the only team that is banged up, as Jerami Grant and Matisse Thybulle are also on […]

Karl-Anthony Towns forced Nikola Jokic into early foul trouble, while Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks’ late surge to secure their fifth straight victory. With the three-time NBA MVP sidelined, the Knicks ran away with a 122-112 win over the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden. The performance has gained Jokic’s […]

If there is one to know about Golden State Warriors star forward Draymond Green outside of his basketball exploits, it’s that he loves to talk. He speaks his mind, and oftentimes, he doesn’t hold back. Such was the case again on Wednesday night when the four-time NBA All-Star targeted New York Knicks star big man […]

YouTube sensation MrBeast recently revealed that he connects with the legendary Kobe Bryant’s work ethic and several other qualities. The late NBA icon inspired millions with his legacy and drive before his tragic passing in 2020. Kobe Bryant’s influence on the sports world is undeniable, and even YouTube star MrBeast has been inspired by the […]

The Denver Nuggets are searching for answers at this point in the season, as they are on one of their worst skids of the year. After it seemed like Michael Malone and company were clicking after Aaron Gordon returned from his calf injury, the Nuggets have now lost three games in a row after a […]

On Wednesday night, the San Antonio Spurs fell even further below the .500 mark on the season as they lost to a veteran Los Angeles Clippers team, 128-116. Victor Wembanyama continues to stuff the stat sheet, but against the Clippers, Ivica Zubac had his way against him in the paint, scoring 21 points and hauling […]

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night, 126-106, it was a disappointing showing for the starting frontcourt of Bam Adebayo and rookie Kel’el Ware. Though the Heat duo of Adebayo and Ware brought life to the team recently, Erik Spoelstra gave a blunt message to the unit coming […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves and the Phoenix Suns renewed their rivalry on Wednesday night in a rematch of the first round of last season’s playoffs. The two teams were going back and forth for most of the night in Phoenix before the Timberwolves turned the tide in an unexpected way. With Minnesota trailing 72-70 in the […]

The emotional tides are beginning to take a toll on the Detroit Pistons. The Pistons came up short 133-119 in an intense Central Division collision against the Indiana Pacers. Detroit was forced to play without backup center Isaiah Stewart for most of the contest after getting ejected midway through the second quarter. Stewart was whistled […]

The New York Knicks built leads throughout the night but never fully pulled away from the Denver Nuggets. However, Jalen Brunson capitalized on every open look and delivered key hustle plays, helping the Knicks grind out a 122-112 victory Wednesday at Madison Square Garden. Brunson wrapped up the night with 30 points on 10-of-16 shooting, […]

NEW ORLEANS — The Dallas Mavericks narrowly emerged victorious on Wednesday, earning a 137-136 win against the New Orleans Pelicans. Kyrie Irving and PJ Washington led the way for Dallas, while Zion Williamson and Trey Murphy III helped the Pelicans keep the game competitive. Williamson’s all-around impact certainly caught the Mavs’ attention. I asked Kyrie […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves hit the road to take on the Utah Jazz Thursday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Timberwolves-Jazz prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Timberwolves-Jazz NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Timberwolves-Jazz Odds Minnesota Timberwolves: -7 […]

The rivalry between Indiana Pacers big man Myles Turner and Detroit Pistons’ Isaiah Stewart continued on Wednesday night. It hasn’t been long since the two competitors’ Lego-themed battle, but the nature of the ongoing clash unfolded once again at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Stewart, who previously made a running joke about Turner’s Lego hobby in Indiana’s previous […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are on the road taking on the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had one of the most ridiculous quarters you will ever see. In the first quarter, Gilgeous-Alexander had 21 points on 7-8 shooting, and the Warriors had just 20 points. Yes, Gilgeous-Alexander outscored the entire Warriors […]

NBA commissioner Adam Silver made headlines on Wednesday when he suggested that he would be open to the league cutting down game times and going to a 10-minute quarter format. Silver pointed at other basketball leagues and formats, such as college basketball, the WNBA, and FIBA basketball that all have 40-minute, two hour games. Instead, […]

The Indiana Pacers found themselves in a chippy game against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. There were six technical fouls in the game and Pistons center Isaiah Stewart got ejected. It was a battle between division rivals, but we don’t see a lot of NBA games with that kind of intensity anymore. It was […]

Like countless young players in the NBA, Philadelphia 76ers star guard Tyrese Maxey grew up watching LeBron James. Even after the 76ers’ commanding 118-104 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night, James took a moment to show appreciation for Maxey postgame. Not only did James gift Maxey a jersey, but he also sent […]

The Chicago Bulls are a team that is apparently open for business with the NBA trade deadline approaching. While major changes may or may not be on the horizon, the Bulls in the meantime, had a big game on Wednesday against the defending champion Boston Celtics. The Bulls were hit with a little bad news, […]

The Charlotte Hornets have fallen completely out of playoff contention, partly due to a lack of roster talent but mostly due to injuries. Young forward Brandon Miller has been banged up a lot this season and is now out of the rest of the season with a wrist injury, and star guard LaMelo Ball recently […]

MIAMI – One day before Miami Heat star Tyler Herro finds out if he is an All-Star or not, the team loses to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night, 126-106. As the standoff between the Heat and Jimmy Butler continues, the team is still finding a way to find some semblance and consistency. Herro would […]

The Boston Celtics are trying to get back in the win column on Wednesday night against the Chicago Bulls. The Celtics are coming off of a crushing last-second loss against the Houston Rockets on Monday and looking to get back on track against one of the teams near the bottom of the Eastern Conference. Big […]

Detroit Pistons center Isaiah Stewart was kicked out after throwing Indiana Pacers center Thomas Bryant on the ground in the second quarter. Stewart turned his back to the basket and violently struck Bryant after Aaron Nesmith missed a short jumper in the second quarter. BREAKING: Isaiah Stewart has been ejected. 😳 pic.twitter.com/LqvaGTACqA — Hoop Central […]

The Houston Rockets will attempt to sweep the season series as they face the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday. It will be a Southwest Division showdown as we continue our NBA odds series and make a Rockets-Grizzlies prediction and pick. The Rockets lead the head-to-head series 7–47. Amazingly, they have won all three games this season, including […]

The Atlanta Hawks were dealt a major blow this week when it was announced that Jalen Johnson would miss the remainder of the season due to a shoulder injury. But the Hawks’ loss could end up being the San Antonio Spurs’ gain as the Jalen Johnson injury could end up netting the Spurs two lottery […]

The Washington Wizards (6-40) are having a rough season record-wise, but their player development is right where it needs to be. In fact, their young core just set a franchise record. Bilal Coulibaly, Alex Sarr, and Bub Carrington were selected for the Rising Stars showcase on Tuesday, which is the first time the Wizards are […]

NEW ORLEANS — Naji Marshall and Dante Exum both received encouraging updates on Tuesday. Marshall, who had been dealing with an illness, was upgraded to questionable for the Dallas Mavericks-New Orleans Pelicans game on Wednesday. Exum, who has yet to play during the 2024-25 season after undergoing preseason wrist surgery, was upgraded to doubtful. Marshall […]

The Golden State Warriors are hoping to make something happen with their roster at the NBA trade deadline on February 6, but that could mean saying farewell to their first-round pick. Leading up to Thursday, the Warriors sit on the fence of competition for an arduous run to the playoffs at 23-23. Head coach Steve […]

The Los Angeles Lakers will continue their road trip on Thursday as they face the Washington Wizards. It will be a showdown at the Verizon Center as we continue our NBA odds series and make a Lakers-Wizards prediction and pick. The Lakers lead the head-to-head series 126-77. Recently, the Lakers demolished the Wizards 111-88. The Lakers […]