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The Jimmy Butler saga in Miami has gone from bad to worse, as the Heat star has now been suspended for seven games after publicly stating his displeasure with the franchise after their 128-115 loss to the Indiana Pacers on Thursday night. Shortly after the press conference, where Butler stated that he was unhappy playing […]

Ahead of his one-day pop-up flower shop in Chicago, former Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose, the former 2011 MVP, sat down for an exclusive interview with ESPN’s Sham Charania. Rose discussed various topics, including his one-day pop-up flower shop titled Rose’s Flower Shop and a potential Bulls tribute statue and jersey retirement.  Rose wasn’t a fan […]

After Anthony Edwards expressed his frustration about being double-teamed, the Minnesota Timberwolves franchise star added more to his argument. He explained that he’s tired of being passive in those situations. “It’s not how I want to play… I’m only 23,” Edwards said via Dane Moore on X. “I don’t wanna just be passing the ball […]

Upsets happen in every sport but more often than not the road team missing an All-Star is going to fall short. These Memphis Grizzlies do not go gently into that good night regardless of circumstance and a win over the Phoenix Suns is the latest example. In fact, the first two road games of the […]

The Miami Heat have suspended All-Star forward Jimmy Butler seven games for what is being labeled as “multiple instances of conduct detrimental to the team,” the Heat released in a statement on Friday night. “We have suspended Jimmy Butler for seven games for multiple instances of conduct detrimental to the team over the course of […]

The Dallas Mavericks will host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night. Dallas has struggled in recent action, going just 1-4 over their past five games. The Mavs have dropped three consecutive contests heading into Friday’s game as well. Additionally, PJ Washington, who exited the Mavericks’ 110-99 defeat on Monday against the Rockets with an injury, […]

After an up-and-down start to the 2024-25 NBA season, Jabari Smith Jr.’s third professional season has taken a turn for the worst when, during shoot around before the Rockets’ January 3rd game against the Boston Celtics, he fractured his hand and is now expected to miss at least a month of action, according to Shams […]

Kyrie Irving has been ruled out for the Dallas Mavericks’ game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night due to an illness, per the NBA injury report. Irving was not initially listed on the injury report, but was later added and ultimately ruled out. Kyrie joins Luka Doncic (left calf strain), Dante Exum (right wrist […]

New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson has stepped into a leadership role far beyond the basketball court. In response to the devastating Bourbon Street tragedy, Williamson pledged $100,000 to the Greater New Orleans Foundation’s Tragedy Fund, TheSpun reports. The attack, which left the city grappling with grief and uncertainty, has rallied the community, with Williamson […]

Since Dennis Schroder was traded to the Golden State Warriors, they explained that they would adjust their offense for Schroder. However, it’s been the opposite, thanks in part to Stephen Curry’s dominance. Following Thursday’s win against the Philadelphia 76ers, Schroder explained adjusting to that particular style. “Hitting the post and then do split action, slipping […]

When it comes to the NBA trade deadline, the Los Angeles Lakers always seem to find themselves tied to several notable players. This year is no different, as the Lakers are constantly tied to several players on the trade block. Their counterparts, the Los Angeles Clippers, aren’t always as aggressive when it comes to making […]

No matter how much Jimmy Butler wants nothing to do with the Miami Heat, a deal might not happen, according to Lou Williams. The former NBA guard detailed how Miami has the leverage in any trade situation. “The cards are still in Pat Riley’s hands… Jimmy’s gonna have to find another way to find his […]

The Boston Celtics have an upcoming matchup against the Houston Rockets, and they have a few players on the injury report. Those players are usual starters for the Celtics, as Jaylen Brown is dealing with a right shoulder strain, and Kristaps Porzingis has a left ankle sprain. Both players have missed a few games this […]

The Jimmy Butler potential trade saga continues, courtesy of Shams Charania of ESPN. After stating that Butler was unhappy with the Miami Heat, it sparked a back-and-forth with Butler’s agent. Regardless, Charania doubled down on his comments and added more to the story. After Butler requested a trade from the Heat, the ESPN NBA insider […]

With Jimmy Butler officially requesting a trade from the Miami Heat, the next big question is who will be the next team he plays for. Butler has already given a list of teams that he’d prefer which included the Phoenix Suns, Dallas Mavericks, Golden State Warriors, and Houston Rockets. As of now, it looks like […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves lost a heartbreaker at home to the Boston Celtics on Thursday night, 118-115. In the loss, Anthony Edwards struggled mightily, scoring just 15 points on 5-for-16 shooting. It was revealed after the game that Jayson Tatum boldly requested to guard Edwards. Following the defeat, TNT’s Charles Barkley took the Timberwolves, and specifically […]

The New York Knicks face the Oklahoma City Thunder on the road Friday night in one of their most challenging matchups of the season thus far. Jalen Brunson is on the injury report along with Miles McBride, with both players listed as questionable, via the NBA. Brunson has right calf tightness, while McBride is dealing […]

The Atlanta Hawks will be facing the Los Angeles Lakers as part of their West Coast road trip, but they have a few players listed on the injury report. One of the players on the report is Trae Young, who’s dealing with a right hand contusion. The Hawks are coming off a tough loss against […]

Sean Marks has been the NBA’s most active general manager this season. The Brooklyn Nets GM executed his second trade earlier this week, sending Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton to the Los Angeles Lakers for D’Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis, and second-round picks in 2027, 2030, and 2031. “This particular trade came around really quickly,” Marks […]

The NBA is a tough business, and the New York Knicks were reminded of that when Isaiah Hartenstein left them for the Oklahoma City Thunder this past offseason. Josh Hart, though, has no ill will toward the seven-footer. Hart gushed about Hartenstein’s character and play style ahead of Friday night’s Knicks-Thunder matchup, via The New […]

Former Phoenix Suns MVP Charles Barkley has typically supported his team. However, the 2024-25 season has proven to be a different animal to Barkley and many others. On Inside the NBA, he boldly claimed his harsh thoughts on Phoenix’s season. “I have zero faith in the Suns and the Sixers,” Barkley said. “That hurts me […]

Zion Williamson has not played a game for the New Orleans Pelicans since the beginning of November after suffering a hamstring injury. With the constant injury problems with Williamson continuing through his career, there had been rumors that the Pelicans may be looking to trade him, but it’s unlikely that they’ll happen, according to ClutchPoints’ […]

The 2024-25 New York Knicks are off to a great start. They are 24-10 and on a nine-game winning streak. They are five games ahead of their pace at the same point last season (19-15). And while New York was licking its wounds after losing Isaiah Hartenstein to the Oklahoma City Thunder last Summer, much […]

Jimmy Butler has requested a trade from the Miami Heat. Once Pat Riley made his offseason comments about Butler needing to keep his mouth shut if he wasn’t playing in the team’s playoff series, and after failing to agree to terms on a new extension, the writing appeared on the wall for this marriage to […]

The Philadelphia 76ers ended their final West Coast trip of the season in the worst possible way. They got blown out by the Golden State Warriors despite having all three of their stars in the lineup, losing 139-105. The Sixers never held a lead over the Warriors at any point in the game. Their defensive […]

The Hawks enter this matchup red-hot, while the Lakers have also been playing well recently. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Hawks-Lakers prediction and pick. The Hawks have been playing well recently and can make some noise in the East. Their keys are Trae Young and Jalen Johnson, who are powering […]

The Grizzlies have been one of the best teams in the NBA this season, while the Kings are trying to dig themselves out of a huge hole and need to bounce back after they fired their head coach. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Grizzlies-Kings prediction and pick. The Grizzlies have […]

The NBA GOAT debate has primarily been between Michael Jordan and LeBron James for years, and Thursday night was a reminder why. The latter legend tied Jordan for the most 30-point games in NBA history (562) with his 38-point masterpiece in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 114-106 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Lakers coach JJ […]

Jonathan Kuminga seems to have found his confidence in these last couple of games for the Golden State Warriors, and everyone is excited about his continued growth. After their 139-105 win against the Philadelphia 76ers, Green spoke about Kuminga and had some high praise for him. “He’s driving, he’s collapsing the defense, and if the […]

Charles Barkley didn’t hold back when addressing Jimmy Butler’s unhappiness with the Miami Heat. During a segment on Inside the NBA, Barkley called Butler’s desire to leave Miami the “worst-kept secret” in basketball, SI reports. His comments came after Butler expressed frustration with his situation and reports confirmed he’s seeking a trade. Barkley explained that […]

The Brooklyn Nets won a war of attrition against the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday but lost one of their top players. Cam Johnson sprained his right ankle in the final second of a 113-110 win at Fiserv Forum. He had X-rays that came back negative but left the building on crutches, according to the New […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green said something not many people knew about superstar Stephen Curry after their 139-105 blowout win against the Philadelphia 76ers. After Curry shot a perfect 8-for-8 from three in Thursday’s win, Green revealed what Steph’s sprained right thumb forced him to do in practice. After the Warriors’ 113-95 loss to […]

Stephen Curry had another one of those otherwordly games against the Philadelphia 76ers, as they cruised to a 139-105 victory. Curry had it going all night, and he finished with 30 points and 10 assists while shooting 8 for 8 from three-point land. He was nearly unstoppable all night, and the 76ers didn’t have an […]

The Arizona basketball team got its most notable commitment of the class of 2025 when LeBron James’ son, Bryce, declared himself a Wildcat on Thursday. While the Los Angeles Lakers star is excited about the move for his son, he joked that his only issue with the decision ties back to former teammates Richard Jefferson […]

The final straw of the Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat fiasco happened after they lost to the Indiana Pacers at home 128-115. Butler spoke postgame and basically said that he wasn’t happy playing for the team. “I want to see me getting my joy back playing basketball. Wherever that may be, we’ll find out […]

Miami Heat veteran Jimmy Butler is unhappy, signaling a trade from his team that Heat president Pat Riley is reluctant to honor. Butler requested the trade after the Heat lost to the Indiana Pacers, 128-115. He says he’s playing joyless basketball and doesn’t see that changing with his current team. The final straw for Butler […]

A new year and a newly reunited Big 3 added up not to an expected victory but to another lackluster performance for the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday at Fiserv Forum. Their home 113-110 loss to the Brooklyn Nets continued a gnarly hangover the team’s been nursing since they left Las Vegas riding high as NBA […]

On Friday, the Orlando Magic will head to Canada to face the Toronto Raptors. It will be a battle at Scotiabank Arena as we share our NBA odds series and make a Magic-Raptors prediction and pick. The Raptors lead the head-to-head series 57-45. This will be the first time the Magic play the Raptors this […]

The San Antonio Spurs will battle the Denver Nuggets on Friday. It’s a possible playoff preview in Denver as we continue our NBA odds series with a Spurs-Nuggets prediction and pick. The Spurs lead the head-to-head series 123-80. This will be the first meeting between the Spurs and Nuggets this season. Significantly, the Nuggets went 3-1 […]