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Head coach Mark Daigneault and the Oklahoma City Thunder extended their winning streak to 13 in a 116-98 win against the Los Angeles Clippers, setting a record for most consecutive wins in franchise history. Scoring a game-high 29 points on 9-of-17 attempts, All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to strengthen his MVP case. The Thunder outscored the […]

Following one of the San Antonio Spurs’ best performances of the season in their last game of the year, several players had a chance to reflect on 2024. For Victor Wembanyama, it’s about maintaining his “craziness”. The most decorated player on the Silver and Black’s roster, Chris Paul, is grateful. Meanwhile, in remembering the year […]

Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star Anthony Edwards was limited to 15 points on 5-for-16 attempts in a 118-115 loss to the champion Boston Celtics. After the loss, Edwards’ was called out by TNT analyst Shaquille O’Neal, who challenged him to be better as the two-time All-Star expressed his frustration with opposing defenses double-teaming him this season. Edwards […]

The Atlanta Hawks’ Jalen Johnson’s exclusion from the 2024-25 All-Star roster has raised eyebrows, with many considering it a notable oversight for the emerging talent. Similarly, questions persist about Trae Young’s placement, with arguments that his ranking should be higher. Larry Nance believes his teammates deserve more recognition after the first fan returns were released […]

Stephen Curry has earned countless shooting accolades during his storied career, so one should understand why he did not realize that another potential milestone was in his grasp on Thursday night. The four-time NBA champion dropped 30 points and was a perfect 8-of-8 from behind the 3-point line in the Golden State Warriors’ 139-105 victory […]

While there hasn’t been a lot of talk about Charles Barkley during the 2024-25 NBA season, the turn of the calendar to 2025 gave Barkley a reason to get fired up: Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick. Recently, amidst the latest wave of concern over NBA television ratings, former NBA analyst Redick pointed to a […]

The Philadelphia 76ers have been perhaps the biggest underperformers in the NBA this season, and Thursday night did nothing to dispel this notion. Coming off a disappointing choke job against the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday, the Golden State Warriors laughed them off the court on the second night of a back-to-back, destroying them, 139-105, even […]

Trades come and go in the NBA, and it’s no different for the Phoenix Suns and their starting center, Jusuf Nurkic. While Nurkic has been the top trade piece for the Suns in recent rumors, it might not be an option for the franchise. After all, he has two years and roughly $40 million left […]

We’re back with another betting prediction and pick for the upcoming NBA slate of action as we head west for this next cross-conference matchup between powerhouses. The New York Knicks will visit the Oklahoma City Thunder as both teams face off for the first time this season. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Knicks-Thunder prediction […]

Jayson Tatum continues to be dismissed from serious MVP consideration, but he is carrying himself like a true superstar. The three-time All-NBA First-team selection is embracing any challenge that stands in his way, as illustrated by the mindset he exemplified in the Boston Celtics’ 118-115 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday night. The defending […]

The Golden State Warriors’ strong start to the 2024-25 season feels like a rather distant memory at this point. But on Thursday night, they showed extended flashes of the team they could be when they’re at their best and firing on all cylinders. Stephen Curry, in particular, made mincemeat of the Philadelphia 76ers’ defense, dropping […]

Don’t look now, but the Washington Wizards are 3-4 over their last seven games after starting 3-21. Jordan Poole and Alex Sarr are both big reasons why, and Wizards fans aren’t being shy about it on social media. “Who got the Jordan Poole and Alex Sarr apology forms 😂” @Domo8186 tweeted. “We gotta give Jordan […]

The Milwaukee Bucks haven’t exactly been playing their best basketball in the aftermath of winning the NBA Cup over two weeks ago. But that hasn’t stopped Giannis Antetokounmpo from being as dominant as ever, win or lose. Despite the Bucks’ 113-110 loss to the struggling Brooklyn Nets on Thursday night that was made all the […]

The Philadelphia 76ers (13-19) wrapped up a West Coast trip by squaring off with the Golden State Warriors (17-16). The Sixers got Joel Embiid back in the lineup but played some of the least inspired ball they’ve played all season. The 139-105 final score does not fully indicate what a beatdown this was. After the […]

The 2024-25 season hasn’t exactly gone smoothly for Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers. Similar to a fellow Conference Finalist out West, the Pacers have endured a bit of a topsy-turvy first half of the ’24-25 campaign. They entered their Thursday night contest against the Miami Heat with a 16-18 record, and no one has […]

MVP favorite Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and a vivacious roster are determined to be the greatest Oklahoma City Thunder team ever assembled. Fans anxiously hope that Thursday’s history-clinching victory over the Los Angeles Clippers is just an appetizer of the unprecedented success to come this season. The Thunder overcame a four-point deficit at halftime and treated the […]

Following the New Orleans attack in the early hours of New Year’s Day, New Orleans Pelicans figures such as head coach Willie Green, shooting guard Trey Murphy III and point guard Jose Alvarado have spoken out on the matter. Power forward Zion Williamson previously spoke out as well. “It’s an eerie feeling, to have something […]

Could the marriage between Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat be coming to an end? It certainly sounded like it following Thursday’s blowout loss to the Indiana Pacers, 128-115. One in which Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton made NBA history. Butler has often been the topic of potential trade talks. Following the game, he was asked […]

On Thursday night, the Minnesota Timberwolves could not have faced a better test to gauge where they stand in the league’s totem pole as they faced the reigning champion Boston Celtics. But the 2024-25 season hasn’t exactly gone according to plan for the Timberwolves, and this game was a microcosm of how they’ve fallen from […]

MIAMI – After the Miami Heat lost to the Indiana Pacers on Thursday night, 128-115, Jimmy Butler did not hold back on his feelings about his current state with the team. It was another off-night for Butler who saw his role diminish after coming back from a stomach illness that kept him out five games […]

LOS ANGELES – When it comes to defense, the Los Angeles Lakers’ game-plan starts and ends with Anthony Davis. The Lakers’ big man is one of the best and most versatile defenders in the NBA. So when you add a defensive-minded player like Shake Milton, the way the Lakers did via trade with the Brooklyn […]

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat beat the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night in the first game of a back-to-back with Jimmy Butler back, they lost the second, falling to the Indiana Pacers, 128-115. It would be an off night for Butler who is the face of trade speculation this season, having another game […]

Veteran NBA guard Patrick Beverley, currently playing for Hapoel Tel Aviv in the Israeli Basketball Premier League, recently recounted a startling experience during his time overseas. Speaking on the Pat Bev Podcast, Beverley shared a story about his first encounter with Israel’s air raid sirens and safe room protocol—a moment that offered a glimpse into […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Washington Wizards and the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Wizards-Pelicans prediction and pick. The upcoming matchup between the Washington Wizards and New Orleans Pelicans on January 3, 2025, promises to be a critical clash […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Charlotte Hornets and the Detroit Pistons on Friday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Hornets-Pistons prediction and pick. The Charlotte Hornets (7-25) face off against the Detroit Pistons (15-18) on Friday, January 3, 2025, at Little Caesars Arena. The Hornets […]

We’re back with another betting prediction and pick for Friday’s NBA slate as we head to Texas for this next cross-conference matchup between teams trending in opposite directions. The Cleveland Cavaliers (29-4) will face the Dallas Mavericks (20-14) as both squads face each other for the first time. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Cavaliers-Mavericks […]

Shaquille O’Neal, known for his dominance on the court and his larger-than-life personality off it, has added yet another tale to his legendary career. Former Lakers teammate and current Los Angeles Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue recently recounted a prank involving Shaq and then-rookie Devean George that has left fans and former players alike in […]

MIAMI – Before the Miami Heat take on the Indiana Pacers Thursday night in the second game of a back-to-back, a connection that seems to be building is one between star Tyler Herro and first-round rookie Kel’el Ware. It was partly on display during the Heat’s win over the Pelicans on Wednesday as head coach […]

The Chicago Bulls are holding a night to honor Derrick Rose when the team faces the New York Knicks on Saturday at the United Center. Rose had a remarkable start to his career after he was drafted by the Bulls in 2008, showing off remarkable athleticism, skill, ball-handling ability, and competitiveness after he was selected […]

The Golden State Warriors have been perfectly mediocre through the opening portion of the 2024-25 NBA season, currently sitting at an even 16-16 ahead of Thursday night’s game vs the Philadelphia 76ers. Stephen Curry has seen his play taper off slightly this year, no longer putting up Herculean stat lines as consistently as he was […]

With JB Bickerstaff walking out the door and Kenny Atkinson joining the Cleveland Cavaliers, there were a lot of unknowns surrounding this organization. Well, here we are in 2025, with the Cavs sitting at the very top of the NBA standings with a 29-4 record. Cleveland is a true title contender this season, and Atkinson […]

Nikola Jokic’s wife is Natalija Jokic. Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is a three-time MVP winner who won his first-ever NBA title and Finals MVP in 2023. Jokic also has a net worth of $80 million. However, he’ll probably tell you that these aren’t the most valuable achievements of his life. The Joker will probably […]

The Memphis Grizzlies are used to Ja Morant’s needle-moving methods. His whirling dervish ways bring in fans and boost broadcast numbers. Despite missing 14 of 34 games, Morant is sitting seventh in Western Conference backcourt tallies. Grizzlies (23-11) big man Jaren Jackson Jr. has been the most available star in Memphis this season but is […]

The Los Angeles Lakers will be taking on the Portland Trail Blazers, but they’ll most likely be doing it without one of their key players, as well as a key role player, according to Marc Stein. “The Lakers say Anthony Davis (left ankle sprain) and Gabe Vincent (left oblique strain) have been downgraded to doubtful […]

The Sacramento Kings’ proverbial revolving door of head coaches swung around last week, with former head coach Mike Brown relieved of his duties. Is this a concerning trend under chairman Vivek Ranadive? In his 12 years with the Kings, Ranadive has hired seven head coaches, including Brown, who agreed to a three-year extension over the […]

In recent weeks, much has been made of the perceived struggle of the NBA to generate television ratings, with everyone from Shaquille O’Neal to league commissioner Adam Silver weighing in on the issue. Several things have been blamed for the downtick in viewership, including increased reliance on the three-point shot, a lack of young star […]

In about one month, all 30 teams around the league will be working their phones to determine if they will be involved in any deals before the 2025 NBA trade deadline. Nobody ever knows what will occur at the trade deadline. Yet, it is a foregone conclusion that the Sacramento Kings will be looking to […]

Zion Williamson has not played in a game since Nov. 6, but the New Orleans Pelicans star seems to be close to returning. Williamson was recently seen getting some shots after a recent practice, and he looks like he could get back on the court sooner than later. Zion Williamson was also getting some work […]

Amid the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 12-game winning streak, head coach Mark Daigneault shed light on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s ascension to becoming an MVP candidate. Gilgeous-Alexander’s impact is two-fold as the team’s leading scorer, coupled with his exceptional defense. Daigneault says his effort is contagious amongst the Thunder guards such as Lu Dort, Cason Wallace, and others. After the […]