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Few things grind an NBA game to a halt like a lengthy replay review. Fans groan, players pace, and momentum evaporates as officials huddle around monitors to dissect split-second plays. However, after observing the NBA Referee Preseason Camp hosted by the NBA League Operations department, it’s clear they are on the cusp of a technological […]

The Los Angeles Lakers dismissed and even ridiculed demands made by Kawhi Leonard’s uncle and advisor, Dennis Robertson, during the star forward’s free agency in 2019, according to a recent report by The Athletic. The details have resurfaced as the NBA investigates whether the Los Angeles Clippers violated salary cap rules tied to Leonard. Robertson, […]

The NBA’s probe into the Los Angeles Clippers and star forward Kawhi Leonard has expanded well beyond the recently uncovered Aspiration endorsement agreement, which could have delivered Leonard nearly $50 million. The deal, tied to a financial firm with business connections to Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, has placed renewed focus on the team’s handling of […]

Before his second NBA season as head coach, Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick received a contract extension ahead of the 2025-26 campaign and gushed over Austin Reaves. Heading into his fifth season with the Lakers, Reaves has made strides throughout the past year that haven’t gone unnoticed by Redick. Los Angeles’ head coach discussed […]

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka made his stance on LeBron James’ future with the franchise very clear. James is on a contract year this upcoming season, entering the 2026 offseason as an unrestricted free agent. He has been with the Lakers since 2018, elevating them back into playoff contention for most seasons. Pelinka […]

The Charlotte Hornets have had an interesting offseason, using their first round draft picks to select Kon Knueppel and Liam McNeeley in an attempt to infuse some more young talent into what was last year one of the worst rosters in the NBA. The Hornets haven’t been particularly great at drafting over the last several […]

The Brooklyn Nets have a revamped roster this season following one of the NBA’s busiest summers. ESPN recently released its top 100 player rankings for the 2025-26 campaign, and only one Net made the cut. Michael Porter Jr. came in at No. 70 on the list, 19 spots higher than last season. Porter Jr. joined […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — New season, new approach for the 2025 champion Oklahoma City Thunder, as its GM Sam Presti looks ahead to the 2025-26 campaign. Among NBA GMs, the Thunder is the overwhelming favorite to repeat as champions this upcoming season. Still, Presti spent the better half of his annual preseason press conference, which lasted […]

The Los Angeles Lakers and head coach JJ Redick agreed to a contract extension this offseason, team executive Rob Pelinka announced at a press conference on Thursday. Redick, who led the Lakers to a 50-32 record in his first season with the team, proved to be everything Los Angeles wanted in their next head coach […]

The Philadelphia 76ers have most of their roster set as training camp is about to begin, but there’s still one piece that needs to be completed. Quentin Grimes has still not agreed to an offer, and after the latest news, it may make sense why he hasn’t, according to Gina Mizell. “Agent David Bauman told […]

The Brooklyn Nets’ 2024-25 campaign featured many disappointments. Nic Claxton’s performance was near the top of the list. Brooklyn’s starting center and longest-tenured player struggled while battling a back injury, which he said was still bothering him when the season concluded. Following an offseason focused on getting healthy, the 26-year-old feels confident his rejuvenated body […]

Quentin Grimes is one of the defining names of the 2025 NBA offseason. The Philadelphia 76ers guard was one of a few young players who held out as restricted free agents to try to get a larger contract after last season. However, 76ers general manager Elton Brand refused to give Grimes what he wanted. Now, […]

The Indiana Pacers have reversed course on their plan to sign veteran guard Monte Morris, citing a calf injury that surfaced during the final stages of negotiations just days before training camp. On Tuesday, reports indicated that Morris had agreed to a one-year deal with Indiana to bolster the team’s backcourt depth. By Thursday, however, […]

Shortly after going viral for a bench press, Philadelphia 76ers Jared McCain has sustained a thumb injury before the start of NBA training camp, per Tim Bontemps of ESPN. On Wednesday, McCain was in the midst of a workout when he suffered a UCL tear in his right thumb the day before Media Day. Meanwhile, […]

The Dallas Mavericks selected Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Flagg’s ceiling is extremely high, but it remains to be seen how well he will perform in his rookie season. ESPN ranked Flagg No. 52 overall among all players heading into the 2025-26 NBA campaign. Is ESPN’s decision […]

As the last man standing from the Phoenix Suns’ failed Big 3 era, All-Star Devin Booker has a lot to prove in 2025-26, according to ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins. Booker opened up about the disappointing years alongside Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal at Suns Media Day. However, as he turns the page into a new era […]

As Desmond Bane prepares for his first season with the Orlando Magic, the former Memphis Grizzlies guard is setting a bold target for his new role. The 27-year-old sharpshooter guaranteed he will attempt a career-high number of three-pointers this year. Speaking on The Kevin O’Connor Show, Bane revealed the directive he has already received from […]

With the Los Angeles Clippers preparing for the 2025-26 season, there is no doubt that the headlines around the team have highlighted its unconventional ways of treating its cap space. As the rumors around the Clippers and star Kawhi Leonard will continue, an NBA insider has an idea that could land the team New Orleans […]

PHOENIX– Mark Williams has had a turbulent career plagued by injuries. Although the Charlotte Hornets took a chance on him, Williams was eventually traded to the Phoenix Suns during the 2025 NBA draft. After almost being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers earlier in the 2024-25 season, it felt like a matter of time. Now, […]

Philadelphia 76ers guard Kyle Lowry is making a transition. He will take on a dual role as both an active NBA player and a TV analyst. On Thursday, it was announced that Lowry was brought on as an analyst for the NBA on Prime. “We’re excited to welcome Kyle Lowry to the #NBAonPrime family!” the […]

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. faced backlash this offseason for several viral comments that many deemed controversial. Among them were his remarks about the WNBA. During an appearance with popular streamer Plaqueboymax, Porter Jr. insinuated that a McDonald’s All-American high school boys team would blow out the WNBA All-Star team or the women’s Olympic […]

As the rumors around the Miami Heat and guard Terry Rozier continue ahead of the upcoming season, his status for training camp starting next Tuesday has likely been revealed. With the Heat adding former-first-round pick Precious Achiuwa to the team, reuniting with the big man, the team is ready to make some hopeful noise this […]

NBA 2K26 Players will want to unlock the Workout Warrior Badge for their MyPLAYER as soon as possible if they want a Permanent Turbo Boost and max Stamina rating. However, not everyone knows how to unlock it. Therefore, we created a guide on how to unlock the Workout Warrior Badge in NBA 2K26 for your […]

What Nikola Jokic has achieved with the Denver Nuggets since winning his first MVP award during the 2020-21 season is monumental. This level of dominance is rarely seen in the NBA, and it’s the primary reason why Jokic and the Nuggets consistently remain in the championship equation in a crowded Western Conference. Although he did […]

Devin Booker has been the face of the Phoenix Suns for nearly a decade, weathering rebuilds, playoff heartbreaks, and even a run to the NBA Finals. But nothing, Booker says, compares to the disappointment of Phoenix’s failed attempt to build a superteam alongside Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal. “It was tough,” Booker said. “I think […]

Rebirth returns to NBA 2K26, but it works a bit differently this year compared to previous entries. In fact, there are now four different tiers of rebirth, each with their own benefits. Regardless, this mechanic allows you to build a new MyPLAYER with a higher maximum OVR Potential right off the bat. But not everybody […]

The NBA 2K26 Arcade Edition Release Date arrives soon, allowing fans of the series to take their NBA 2K experience on the go. The Arcade Edition of NBA 2K26 brings a familiar experience but with new content for players to experience. Furthermore, the developers added brand new NBA Eras to The Association mode, as well […]

When the Atlanta Hawks swung a draft night deal with the New Orleans Pelicans in the 2025 NBA Draft, most of the headlines focused on the future first-round pick the team secured. The Hawks moved down ten spots, picked up an unprotected 2026 first-rounder that could be very valuable, and still selected Georgia forward Asa […]

As the Timberwolves’ 2025-26 season approaches, one player who was a virtual non-factor for much of last season suddenly looks poised to shock the NBA with a breakout campaign: Terrence Shannon Jr. The former Illinois All-American endured a difficult rookie year. For 22 games in the heart of the season, he was essentially a healthy […]

The Chicago Bulls haven’t had a young player generate this much excitement since Derrick Rose returned home as the No. 1 overall pick in 2008. Now, 17 years later, the franchise once again looks to a hometown product as its potential savior. Matas Buzelis, the 6-foot-10 forward who was selected with the No. 11 overall […]

As the Washington Wizards prepare for the 2025-26 season, one name has quietly slipped under the radar, a name that deserves just as much attention, if not more. That player is Kyshawn George, the 6-foot-9 Swiss wing who flashed enormous potential during his rookie season in Washington. While his numbers may not leap off the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers will enter training camp with renewed optimism with Luka Doncic looking deeply motivated in his first full season with the team as he underwent a physical transformation in the summer. The Lakers did not make big splashes in the offseason, only adding Deandre Ayton, Marcus Smart, and Jake LaRavia. While some […]

The Boston Celtics are going through a retool after overhauling the roster this offseason. With Jayson Tatum out due to his Achilles injury and former cogs Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porzingis, and Al Horford now gone, the Celtics will be in for a tough ride. Fans will witness a new-look squad—in every sense of the word. […]

Houston Rockets star Kevin Durant will enter his 18th year in the NBA. Throughout his legendary career, the league has undergone a multitude of changes, including the 3,000 names of Metta Sandiford-Artest. One thing, however, has remained as constant as tomorrow: Durant is still the NBA’s undisputed Petty King on social media. It’s always interesting, […]

After pulling off a blockbuster trade to acquire Kevin Durant, the Houston Rockets had vaulted themselves into potential contender status. Those hopes and notions took a major hit this week with the announcement that starting point guard Fred VanVleet suffered an ACL injury, in all likelihood ending his season prematurely. What is a positive for […]

When Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker entered the NBA in 2018, he was just a wide-eyed 18-year-old. He wasn’t even legally allowed to drink. But for athletes, time can be on warp speed. Today, Booker is now the main veteran of the Suns, with his young teammates looking up to him for guidance. In July, […]

The Sacramento Kings are one of those teams that’s seemingly stuck in ‘no-man’s land.’ That is, a team that is not bad enough to get a high draft pick and accelerate a rebuild, but not good enough to be a threat in the playoffs. With the Western Conference shaping up to be as tough as […]

After yet another injury-riddled campaign, fans are fervently hoping that Anthony Davis can stay healthy to lead the Dallas Mavericks back to the NBA Finals. Davis only played nine games for the Mavericks last season following the league-altering midseason trade with the Los Angeles Lakers. In his debut for Dallas, he strained his left adductor, […]

PHOENIX– It’s not often that a role player can change a team’s dynamic. However, if you’re Dillon Brooks and the Phoenix Suns, it appears to be a match made in heaven. After Brooks was originally supposed to be traded to the Suns in 2018, the trade itself was denied because the Memphis Grizzlies offered the […]