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Backup point guard Raymond Felton is slated to start against the Houston Rockets in the Oklahoma City Thunder’s preseason opener, according to Erik Horne of The Oklahoman. Reigning MVP and starting point guard Russell Westbrook did more work with the first team today, according to head coach Billy Donovan, still recovering from a PRP injection […]

The upcoming season will be a big one for Kristaps Porzingis. The budding young superstar is finally set to get the keys to the New York Knicks team now that Carmelo Anthony is gone. Porzingis talked to ESPN’s Ian Begley about the prospect of being the team’s focal point offensively, which is something he has […]

Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol is doubtful to play in tonight’s preseason opener against the Orlando Magic, according to Ronald Tillery of The Commercial Appeal. The Spanish international suffered a high left ankle sprain playing for his national team in this year’s EuroBasket, and is still nursing the injury, as he noted in the royalest […]

Kyrie Irving made perhaps a first when it comes to ballsy player offseason moves this summer, requesting a trade from a perennial championship and playing alongside arguably the best player in the world. His choice to make a move took the NBA by storm, shocking teammates, opponents, and front offices who couldn’t get their hands […]

According to the Boston Sports Journal’s Brian Robb, the Celtics have listed Kyrie Irving, Marcus Smart, Gordon Hayward, and Al Horford as four of their five projected starters for their opening preseason game against the Charlotte Hornets. However, the Celtics are still not certain who the fifth starter to play alongside those four will be. […]

Paul George is bound to be one of the key components on a new-look Oklahoma City Thunder roster bound to change the scheme of Billy Donovan’s outlook for this season. The former Indiana Pacers star was once reportedly hellbent to end up in a Los Angeles Lakers jersey by the start of 2018, but after […]

On Sunday, Kyrie Irving’s debut playing in front of the Boston Celtics fans happened, as he took part in their scrimmage. He received a huge ovation from them, as he is now part of the storied franchise, and will be tasked to lead team to greater success in the coming years. Asked how he felt […]

In the midst of a new-look roster heading into the 2017-18 season, the Toronto Raptors made one of their key acquisitions in C.J. Miles, who appears to be the leading candidate for the starting small forward job, according to Josh Lewenberg of The Sports Network. Miles fits the mold the organization wanted when acquiring DeMarre […]

Carmelo Anthony might have moved to a new city over the last week, but he has kept his New York state of mind and the legendary hoodie that has made him a viral scoring machine throughout a nightmarish summer. Melo brought that very same hoodie to the Thunder’s practice, this time shedding the sleeves for […]

It may have taken longer than expected, but Russell Westbrook ultimately decided to re-sign with the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday, making him the owner of the biggest contract in NBA history. The deal is worth $205 million for five years, which will keep him in Oklahoma City until the 2022-23 season. When asked what […]

The whole country was bewildered on late Sunday night (Monday 1 a.m. EST), as it was reported that a shooting incident happened in Las Vegas, that left at least 50 people dead, and hundreds injured. It was the biggest mass shooting incident in the history of the U.S., where innocent lives were killed by a […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma is still not satisfied with the team’s performance defensively after their 108-99 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in their preseason opener. The rookie said the team needs to do a “better job defensively.” Kyle Kuzma says the team needs to do a “better job defensively” #Lakers — Ryan Ward […]

New York Knicks forward Kristaps Porzingis wants to remain healthy and stay more on the floor this season, and he’s determined to achieve that even if it costs him money. According to a report by Marc Berman of The New York Post, Porzingis has brought his longtime Spanish physiotherapist Manolo Valdivieso in New York to […]

Heading into his rookie campaign, Philadelphia 76ers rookie Markelle Fultz has plenty of weight of expectations take up a prominent role with the team. The 19-year-0ld has already made an alteration in his first shooting form during his free throws in hopes of seeing some drastic improvement from that area of his game. However, head coach Brett Brown […]

The NBA doesn’t stop its players from addressing the recent protest movement that has been sweeping across the NFL and other sports. However, the league wants them to use different means other than kneeling during the national anthem. According to the report made by ESPN’s Zach Lowe, the NBA — through deputy commissioner Mark Tatum […]

A few days prior to reigning league MVP Russell Westbrook inked his five-year, $205 million super max extension with the Oklahoma City Thunder, it was revealed he underwent a platelet-rich plasma injection in his right knee this offseason. The 28-year-old on Sunday gave an update on his recovery from the procedure with a short and direct […]

Through her first 10 seasons in the WNBA, Candace Parker has developed into one of the premier stars in the league. However, a WNBA title had evaded her much of her career until last season where she led the Los Angeles Sparks to the ultimate goal. According to Ramona Shelburne of ESPN, this came shortly […]

The L.A. Clippers’ series of preseason games started on Sunday when they faced the Toronto Raptors. With fans excited to see their favorite players compete again, it did not take DeAndre Jordan long to announce his return on the floor. The 6-foot-11 center caught the perfect bounce pass from Patrick Beverley, and did not waste […]

Former Los Angeles Lakers player and head coach Byron Scott was the victim of a home robbery over the weekend, Maya Lau of the Los Angeles Times reports. The burglars reportedly stole jewelry, watches, cash, and high-end purses worth an estimated $200,000 from Scott’s home in Hermosa Beach. Scott is the latest former Laker who […]

Even before he decided to take his act to the NBA this season, Milos Teodosic already made a lot of noise in Europe. He was widely-regarded as one of the best players overseas, especially for his facilitating skills. During the L.A. Clippers’ preseason opener on Sunday against the Toronto Raptors, the 30-year-old Serbian international showed […]

With all the wheeling and dealing the Boston Celtics did in the offseason, they were able to complete a very talented roster that is considered by many as the biggest threat to the Cleveland Cavaliers’ dominance in the Eastern Conference. Two of their biggest additions, Gordon Hayward and Kyrie Irving, were introduced for the first […]

The impending debut of Ben Simmons for the Philadelphia 76ers received a major boost recently, as last year’s top overall pick dominated in their “Blue x White” scrimmage on Sunday. According to Keith Pompey of Philly.com, Simmons played mostly at the point guard spot, and finished with an impressive stat line of 23 points, on […]

The Los Angeles Lakers will still be without center Brook Lopez for their second preseason game against the Denver Nuggets, per theScore. Lopez missed the Lakers’ loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in their preseason opener due to back spasms. Lopez has participated in back-to-back practices, though, so his absence in preseason could be more of […]

The Memphis Grizzlies will not be in full strength when they play their preseason opener against the Orlando Magic on Monday. It was announced by Michael Wallace of Grizzlies.com, that the All-Star center will be sidelined as he continues to receive treatment on his ankle. Marc Gasol out for Monday's preseason opener as he continues […]

Latrell Sprewell’s unforgettable Spinner sneakers are set to make a comeback, and fans of the iconic shoes don’t have to wait for long as the former NBA All-Star announces that it will hit retailers in 2018. The DaDa Supreme Spinners, which featured tiny rims that spun on the side of them, were launched back in […]

After seeing his team lose their preseason opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday, Luke Walton knows that they have a lot of work ahead of them. There were some areas in their game that were exposed, and they need to be addressed before they start the new season. One of those is their conditioning, […]

In the last several days, the Golden State Warriors have garnered national attention after President Donald Trump decided against having the team visit the White House. This has since seen many of the players and coaches on the roster voice their responses about the entire situation. According to Chris Haynes of ESPN, it has led […]

Heading into the preseason, there’s high expectations on the young players of the Los Angeles Lakers, including Kyle Kuzma. Kuzma made a name for himself in the Summer League as a steal of the draft, as he captured its championship game’s MVP Award. While many were surprised with his solid performances then, many wondered if […]

We all know that LaVar Ball wasn’t a great basketball player back in his days despite all the claims he could beat Michael Jordan in a game of one-on-one, but the same can’t be said for his sons. That is why it’s not a stretch to assume that LaVar has received many illegal offers from […]

After losing star SF Kevin Durant last offseason, the Oklahoma City Thunder have reloaded, adding Paul George and Carmelo Anthony. The addition of George has been well documented. But it seems as if Anthony’s acquisition isn’t garnering the respect it deserves. This just continues a trend that has emerged over the last few years: Carmelo […]

After disappointing performances at the Las Vegas Summer League, Ivica Zubac returned to form as he finished with nine points, five rebounds, and two blocks against the Minnesota Timberwolves to begin preseason. With the Los Angeles Lakers trading for Brook Lopez and signing Andrew Bogut during the offseason, there is a grand opportunity for Zubac […]

Prior to the first preseason game, Lonzo Ball was brutally honest when he said Kyle Kuzma was not ‘that good’ in college. However, Kuzma is already perhaps the steal of the 2017 NBA Draft following strong performances at the Las Vegas Summer League and preseason debut to begin his Los Angeles Lakers career. After Kuzma […]

The Dallas Mavericks were behind most teams in the Western Conference standings last season and that’s projected to happen once again this year, but when it comes to technology, the team is blazing a trail in the NBA. In fact, they might be the only team in the NBA right now that utilizes facial recognition […]

After being swept by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference semifinals, the Toronto Raptors kept their core together but traded DeMarre Caroll to the Brooklyn Nets. As the Raptors acquired CJ Miles for Cory Joseph, he is expected to be the team’s new starting small forward, but Norman Powell should still be a key […]

After the New York Knicks traded Carmelo Anthony to the Oklahoma City Thunder, they officially entered a new era. With Kristaps Porzingis being the new face of the franchise, the Knicks also have intriguing prospects in Willy Hernangomez and Frank Ntilikina. As the franchise has finally embraced a full rebuild, head coach Jeff Hornacek discusses […]

After years of rebuilding, there is a buzz surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers with the arrival of Lonzo Ball. In his preseason debut against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Ball finished with five points, seven rebounds, and eight assists in 36 minutes. While Ball struggled with his shooting, his father was the main attraction at the Honda […]

The biggest news for the L.A. Clippers this offseason may be the trade that sent Chris Paul to the Houston Rockets, but the team received a haul of players in return, who can all be a part of their rotation. One of them is hybrid guard Lou Williams, who is a former Sixth Man of […]

Andrew Bogut will finally be able to join his new team, the Los Angeles Lakers, for all team activities after his visa has been cleared, the Los Angeles Times’ Tania Ganguli reports on Twitter. By the way, Andrew Bogut's visa has cleared. He is legally able to join the Lakers for all team activities now. […]

Racial injustices affect people from all walks of life. Just ask Stephen Curry, who spoke to ESPN’s Chris Haynes about how his stature as a famous and rich athlete isn’t enough to shield him from being subjected to the vileness of racism in the country. “I’ve heard a lot of backlash from this whole thing […]