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We’re back with another NBA betting prediction and pick as we take a look at this next cross-conference showdown. The Minnesota Timberwolves (45-32) will face the Philadelphia 76ers (23-54) as the 76ers look to even the series. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Timberwolves-76ers prediction and pick. The Minnesota Timberwolves are currently seventh in the […]

NBA Saturday is almost here and we’re set to bring you all the betting predictions for the upcoming slate, this first game coming between rivals in the Eastern Conference. The New York Knicks (48-28) will take on the Atlanta Hawks (36-40) with their season series tied at 2-2. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Knicks-Hawks […]

Kevin Durant may not like what Spencer Dinwiddie had to say about the Phoenix Suns’ struggles this season. Dinwiddie appeared on a livestream video on Friday, garnering attention for his one-word description of Durant’s Suns squad. “A**,” Dinwiddie stated. “A**” Spencer Dinwiddie when asked to describe the Suns in one word 😬 pic.twitter.com/QKvboSOJzt — ClutchPoints […]

CHICAGO – The Chicago Bulls have orchestrated an impressive turnaround throughout the past couple of months. The team had struggled all season long, and then they traded away their best player, Zach LaVine, before the All-Star break. A lot of people thought that this meant the Bulls were tanking, but the team has actually been […]

Thanks to Payton Pritchard, the Boston Celtics now hold the NBA record for most 3-pointers in a season. The Celtics achieved the historic feat in Friday’s matchup against the Phoenix Suns. They surpassed the 2022-23 Golden State Warriors, who made 1,363 3-pointers throughout the season. Going into the game, the Celtics made 1,356 shots from […]

There was a playoff-like energy permeating Crypto.com Arena, as Stephen Curry and LeBron James once again captivated NBA fans around the country. Legends, superstars and rising talents all combined to form a palpable electricity in Thursday night’s California clash between the Golden State Warriors (45-31) and Los Angeles Lakers (46-30). That was not the only […]

The Toronto Raptors had a key injury update on star wing Brandon Ingram. Ingram has not appeared in any game for the Raptors this season. Since the team acquired him in a trade with the New Orleans Pelicans, he has been dealing with a long-term ankle injury. Head coach Darko Rajakovic provided the news on […]

The LeBron James vs. Steph Curry rivalry continues to uplift the NBA, as Thursday’s Lakers/Warriors matchup delivered a huge ratings number. According to TNT Sports, the Los Angeles vs. Golden State game averaged 2.5 million viewers, making it the second most-watched NBA telecast on cable this year outside of the Opening Night and Christmas games. […]

Toronto Raptors guard Gradey Dick hasn’t played since early March due to a knee injury and with the organization well out of contention for the Play-In Tournament, they’re shutting down the second-year standout. Via Josh Lewenberg: “The Raptors are shutting Gradey Dick down for the rest of the season. He’s been out for a month […]

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat lost at the hands of Ja Morant hitting a game-winning shot on Thursday night, it snapped the team’s six-game winning streak in heartbreaking fashion. While the Heat feel they got tougher after the highly competitive contest, there will be attention on center Kel’el Ware since he was the one […]

Although the Phoenix Suns are in the hunt for a play-in spot, this season has been one to forget. A team with Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, and Bradley Beal should register more than the 35 wins they have. However, there have been a multitude of issues this season. For starters, the Suns benched Beal at […]

As the Miami Heat look to recover from the loss to the Memphis Grizzlies which ended in heartbreaking fashion due to a Ja Morant game-winner, the team will have injuries to deal with heading into their next contest on Saturday. While the Heat feel its getting tougher after another highly competitive game, another one comes […]

When discussing “culture-building” veterans, nobody is better than Washington Wizards guard Marcus Smart. The team acquired the former Defensive Player of the Year from the Memphis Grizzlies at the trade deadline, and he’s been the positive mentor that the young group needs. Smart talked up the organization after its 109-97 loss to the Orlando Magic […]

The 2024-25 NBA regular season ends on April 13. Candidate pools for season awards have become shortlists, and time is dwindling for dark horses to stake their claims. Looking across the league, a player with notable cases to win various awards—Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac—has not received much attention for their growth at all. […]

Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley believes Paolo Banchero is well on his way to becoming one of the NBA’s elite players. In an interview with Marc J. Spears of Andscape, Mosley praised the 22-year-old forward’s rapid rise in his third NBA season, predicting a future that includes Most Valuable Player consideration. “He is going […]

In the packed Barclays Center Thursday night, one player stood tallest among all others. Rudy Gobert, the Minnesota Timberwolves’ defensive anchor, pulled down 18 rebounds while adding 21 points to lead the Timberwolves to another needed 105-90 road win over the Brooklyn Nets. The victory pushed Minnesota’s record to 45-32 and showcased Gobert’s dominance on […]

As part of entering the NBA, one thing that NBA rookies will have to face is initiation rites or hazing. Some of them could be asked to do some chores or errands, while others have to be on the receiving end of a prank. Here are the 10 wildest pranks done on NBA rookies, ranked. […]

Ja Morant’s antics and trolling have become a distraction at the worst possible time for the Memphis Grizzlies this week. The organization would prefer it if Morant would stop reminding fans about his previous gun troubles with the league. Lou Williams, a three-time Sixth Man of the Year award winner turned analyst, has straightforward advice […]

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo could be on the move in the offseason. While the Greek Freak has always expressed his loyalty to the Bucks, every basketball fan can feel that his impatience is also growing. It has been four years since Giannis led the franchise to its first NBA championship in five decades. And with […]

Earlier today, the NBA announced a $75,000 fine for Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant for a gun gesture, a punishment that came just a day after the league issued a warning for a similar gesture. During the Grizzlies’ game vs. the Golden State Warriors on April 1, both Morant and Buddy Hield aimed finger guns […]

Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes addressed speculation about the team’s late-season direction, making it clear that his focus remains on playing and improving, regardless of the standings. Barnes, who played through a right-hand MCP joint contusion during Thursday night’s 112-103 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers, told Sportsnet’s Michael Grange that sitting out games is […]

MIAMI – The Miami Heat fell victim to Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant as he hit a buzzer-beater that snapped its six-game winning streak on Thursday night, 110-108. As the Heat were amid a turnaround, the team did suffer a setback with the defeat at the hands of the Grizzlies, but there are traits they […]

After his recent election into the Basketball Hall of Fame, former NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony gave his impression of Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Amid Gilgeous-Alexander’s 2024-25 MVP race with Denver Nuggets All-Star Nikola Jokic, Anthony believes it’s just the beginning of Shai’s reign as one of the league’s elite stars. Anthony reacted to […]

As Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant hit a game-winner against the Miami Heat on Thursday night to get a 110-108 win, the star also came out of it losing some money. The Grizzlies star would be fined by the NBA after once again making gun gestures to celebrate after being warned about it just recently […]

The Washington Wizards’ rebuild has never been in a better place than it currently is. Rookie guard Bub Carrington could do no wrong in their 109-97 loss to the Orlando Magic on Thursday, and that’s what matters for the franchise right now. The Pitt alum became the youngest player in NBA history to have back-to-back […]

PHILADELPHIA — Adem Bona didn’t mind too much that Giannis Antetokounmpo dropped a never-before-seen stat line in their latest matchup. He was excited to play against one of the players he idolizes, submitting a very impressive two-way performance in the Philadelphia 76ers’ 126-113 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. “I knew how they were playing,” Bona […]

Luka Dončić’s listless 19-point outing has drawn the critical eye of one of the NBA’s most prominent media members. After Dončić shot 6-of-17 from the field, including 0-for-6 from beyond the arc in the Los Angeles Lakers loss to the Golden State Warriors, The Ringer founder and podcaster Bill Simmons made several concerning observations about […]

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball is trending toward a return to action Friday night against the Portland Trail Blazers, according to K.C. Johnson of Chicago Sports Network. Ball participated fully in the team’s shootaround and, barring any setbacks, could be cleared to play for the first time in over a month. Johnson reported that Ball […]

Brooklyn Nets fans calling for the team to embrace tanking lineups received their wish on Thursday. Many questioned why it didn’t come sooner. Following two straight wins that cost the Nets fifth place in the draft lottery standings, the team held out Cam Johnson, Ziaire Williams and Jalen Wilson during a 105-90 loss to the […]

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith delivered high praise for Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr on Friday’s episode of First Take, calling him one of the greatest coaches in NBA history. The remarks came one day after the Warriors extended their winning streak to four games with a 123-116 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. […]

After the Golden State Warriors beat the Los Angeles Lakers in a thriller on Thursday night, it could have been a preview for a potential playoff matchup. While Warriors star Draymond Green believes the team can take it to the next level, he would discuss the postseason future for the group and the excitement of […]

Have the NBA playoffs already started? It sure seems that way, as the level of competitiveness we have seen between Western Conference foes with just 10 days left in the regular season has been incredible. What we witnessed on Thursday night between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Golden State Warriors was pure cinema and […]

Following Thursday’s buzzer-beating 110-108 win versus the Miami Heat, Ja Morant said he is used to the villain role that many have labeled him with over the last couple of years. Well, with that role can also come consequences. And the NBA is dealing them out. The Memphis Grizzlies star is being fined $75,000 for […]

Stephen Curry is the best shooter in NBA history. He is also successful in the postseason, having won four NBA championships and a Finals MVP. Here are the 10 greatest NBA players to never defeat Stephen Curry in a playoff series, ranked. Check out the gallery. 1. Kevin Durant Kevin Durant is the most decorated […]

Jonathan Kuminga’s brilliance was on display once again in the Golden State Warriors’ 123-116 win over the Los Angeles Lakers. Kuminga’s place in the Warriors hierarchy has been shaky over the years. However, if you ask Draymond Green, Kuminga’s play could be what boosts them into the next echelon of contenders. “Takes this team to […]

Karl-Anthony Towns is entering a new era—and it’s one that perfectly fuses his love for basketball, fashion, and video games. In his debut season with the Knicks, Towns not only locked down an All-Star nod, he helped lift New York to a playoff spot, delivering consistent performances in the paint while serving elite looks off […]

Stephen Curry poured in 37 points and Brandin Podziemski added 28 as the Warriors rolled past the Lakers 123-118 on Thursday night in Los Angeles. The win marked Steve Kerr and Golden State’s fourth straight and brought them within striking distance of the No. 4 seed, now just one game behind the Lakers in the […]

Stephen Curry had a message for critics of Jonathan Kuminga following the Golden State Warriors’ 123-116 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night. After leading the Warriors with 37 points, six assists and three rebounds, Curry addressed ongoing scrutiny surrounding Kuminga’s performances. The 22-year-old forward returned to action after missing Tuesday’s win over […]

The Detroit Pistons will visit the Toronto Raptors on Friday night at Scotiabank Arena. Cade Cunningham is questionable on the team’s injury report due to a left calf contusion. Here’s everything we know about Cunningham’s injury and playing status vs. the Raptors. *Watch NBA games LIVE with fuboTV (Get Access | Save $30)* Cade Cunningham […]