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The Los Angeles Lakers are set to square off against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, and as of publication, the game is scheduled to proceed. The Lakers’ game against the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday was postponed due to the ongoing wildfires in California. But should the Lakers’ matchup against the Spurs proceeds, they’ll get […]

To say the honeymoon period with Zion Williamson is over is a huge understatement. Still, consequences for certain actions have been hard to find with the New Orleans Pelicans and the two-time NBA All-Star over the past six injury-ravaged seasons. EVP David Griffin decided enough was enough on January 10 as the team suspended Williamson […]

Paolo Banchero made his highly anticipated return on Friday against the Milwaukee Bucks with a special Undertaker-themed entrance video. The 22-year-old was put on the sidelines because of an oblique injury. It is worth noting that the team is already without several key players falling to injuries—Franz Wagner (oblique), Moritz Wagner (knee), and Jalen Suggs […]

While LiAngelo Ball’s viral hit Tweaker has taken the sports world by storm, not everyone is a fan. On his podcast, veteran NBA guard Patrick Beverley offered a blunt and hilarious take on the song that has been dominating locker rooms across the league. “Stop playing that weak a** song, man,” Beverley quipped during the […]

Lonzo Ball has taken to social media to stir excitement around his brother LiAngelo Ball. The Chicago Bulls guard posted a cryptic tweet teasing new developments related to the viral song, which has quickly become a sensation across professional sports. “The people are pissed lmao Don’t worry supply gonna meet the demand. He ready,” Lonzo […]

During the 2022 offseason, Jalen Brunson and Isaiah Hartenstein both joined the New York Knicks together. Brunson was coming off a career year with the Dallas Mavericks while Hartenstein had a strong season with the Los Angeles Clippers. Both were among the better free agents at their position and both signed with the Knicks. But […]

The Miami Heat will play the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday night. According to the NBA injury report, Tyler Herro, who has been dealing with a left knee contusion, will be available for the game. The Jimmy Butler drama has been a talking point over the past few weeks. Herro and the Heat are trying […]

Suspended Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler has found an intriguing way to stay sharp during his absence from the team. Butler has been training with WNBA All-Star Satou Sabally, a standout forward for the Dallas Wings. This unexpected pairing has raised eyebrows across the basketball world, showcasing Butler’s commitment to his craft even as his […]

We got the NBA 2K25 2KTV Episode 18 Answers to help players earn some free VC this weekend. For those new to the series, NBA 2KTV is a weekly in-game program hosted by Alexis Morgan and Chris Manning. Overall, the show features a wide variety of content from interviews with real players and developers, fan […]

While Stephen Curry and Draymond Green were both ruled out against the Indiana Pacers, there was more clarification on their injuries. Head coach Steve Kerr told The Athletic’s Anthony Slater before Friday’s game the specifics of the injuries. “Draymond’s back has been tight,” Kerr said pregame. “Steph still has fluid in his knee.” The Warriors […]

The road to the NBA Playoffs is getting more challenging by the day for Ja Morant’s fun, inconsistent Memphis Grizzlies. Injuries have been an issue all season as Taylor Jenkins has patched together winning rotations around Jaren Jackson Jr. Morant and Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves) will headline the next show while Zach Edey and Rudy […]

We’re back with another betting prediction and pick for Saturday’s NBA slate as we head to Atlanta for this next cross-conference matchup. The Houston Rockets (25-12) will take on the Atlanta Hawks (19-19) as the two sides play their first game of the season. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Rockets-Hawks prediction and pick. The […]

Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein signed a three-year, $87 million deal over the summer after two seasons with the New York Knicks. However, he still follows his former team, which he admitted to rooting for during the Knicks’ Christmas Day matchup against the San Antonio Spurs. The connections he made in New York remain, and during the […]

Immediately after Zion Williamson returned from injury, the New Orleans Pelicans suspended the forward, according to the team on X. They mentioned that Williamson violated team policies and will be suspended for one game. The Pelicans forward was late for a team flight, according to ESPN insider Shams Charania. Williamson will miss Friday’s game against […]

NBA 2K25 has released its January player ratings update, coinciding with the Season 4 launch. The latest adjustments highlight Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Victor Wembanyama, and Evan Mobley, recognizing their stellar performances and significant contributions during the ongoing 2024-25 NBA season. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander earns a 98 overall player rating in NBA 2K25 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has solidified his […]

Isaiah Hartenstein and the Oklahoma City Thunder outscored their opponent 37-19 in the final frame of their 117-107 win against the New York Knicks. Aaron Wiggins supplied 12 of the Thunder’s final 23 points to secure last Friday’s victory. However, before a rematch at Madison Square Garden, Hartenstein is anticipating a more vigorous effort in […]

The NBA trade deadline is now less than a month away, and rumors are ramping up around the league about key players on the move. One player that has been at the forefront of trade rumors this season is Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic. In fact, Vucevic was recently mentioned as a potential target for […]

The Los Angeles wildfires have affected tens of thousands of people over the past few days, and it hasn’t been easy to watch what’s going on as houses and businesses have been lost. Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick was affected by the wildfires, as he and his wife lost their home. After the […]

The New Orleans Pelicans’ stretch of injury-related misfortune has continued as forward Herb Jones will be out indefinitely due to a right shoulder injury. “Pelicans announce that forward Herb Jones has been diagnosed with a posterior labrum tear in his right shoulder. An MRI taken yesterday confirmed the injury. Jones will be out indefinitely and […]

Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star Anthony Edwards’ showstopping dunk in a 104-89 win against the Orlando Magic didn’t go unnoticed by NBA former player/analyst Austin Rivers. Edwards had a surprising take on his dunk against the Magic, while Rivers made a plea to the two-time All-Star. Rivers says Edwards’s athletic abilities are the most significant reason he […]

The New York Knicks have one of the most elite point guards in the league, Jalen Brunson. With his skill triumphing on the court, there’s plenty of work behind the scenes. Late-night gym sessions, strict training regimens, and dieting are only some elements that must be intricately managed. However, Brunson reiterated this sentiment on the […]

The Cleveland Cavs’ and Oklahoma City Thunder’s showdown between the NBA’s supremacy didn’t disappoint regarding ratings. NBA fans on social media responded to the matchup, which ended Oklahoma City’s 15-game win streak while extending Cleveland’s to 11 in a 129-122 slugfest. Ratings spiked to 20% per NBA Communications’ X, formerly Twitter. “The much-anticipated OKC-CLE game […]

The Milwaukee Bucks are a tight-knit group, ranging from their stars to their role players. In a video posted to the Bucks’ social media pages, members of the team are asked who the most famous contacts in their phone are. The teams’ stars have high-profile celebrities on speed dial. Damian Lillard had rapper Lil Wayne’s […]

Leading up to the trade deadline, Jimmy Butler has been the most prominent name linked to the Golden State Warriors. However, it appears the Warriors have bigger targets in mind, figuratively and literally. According to ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel, Golden State will try to use their expiring contracts and remaining second-round draft assets to […]

With the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline fast approaching, Washington Wizards fans are wondering what the team will do with Kyle Kuzma, Jonas Valanciunas, and Malcolm Brogdon. All three veterans could be flipped for draft capital and/or young players to accelerate Washington’s (6-29) rebuild. The Sacramento Kings remain “a team to watch” in regards to […]

Joel Embiid will miss his third straight game and 23rd overall this season, as the Philadelphia 76ers (15-20) prepare to face the incoming New Orleans Pelicans (7-31) without their star center. He seemed to be trending in the right direction after returning to practice on Thursday, but his left foot sprain is obviously still a […]

The Golden State Warriors are preparing to play the Indiana Pacers on Friday night. However, Golden State will be without a number of players in the game. Stephen Curry (bilateral knee injury management) and Draymond Green (left L5-s1 disc) are among the Warriors who have been ruled out, per the NBA injury report. Jonathan Kuminga […]

As the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler drama continues, there is no doubt that it has been the biggest topic in sports to see what a possible finality can be. The basketball world has touched on the Butler situation including former players like Gilbert Arenas as now Carmelo Anthony gave his thoughts on what has […]

It’s been a bad week for pretty much everyone in the Southern California region with the raging wildfires prompting hundreds of thousands to evacuate, LA celebrities and A-listers included. But one SoCal famous name is having the week of his life, with Liangelo Ball’s viral song Tweaker the talk of the music and sports world […]

After a slow start to the season, the Indiana Pacers have found a groove and are now seventh in the Eastern Conference with a 20-18 record. There were a few things that went wrong with the Pacers, which included injuries and not finishing close games. Tyrese Haliburton was also one of the reasons for the […]

Well, Taylor Jenkins said the Memphis Grizzlies (24-14) would be getting funky midway through the 2024-25 NBA season. A lineup of Jaylen Wells, Luke Kennard, Santi Aldama, Brandon Clarke, and Jay Huff was featured in the fourth quarter of a 119-115 home loss to the Houston Rockets (25-12). Jenkins gave uncharacteristic one-word answers after the […]

Despite their 13-24 record, the Portland Trail Blazers’ 2024-25 tank is rolling along. Ultimately, the Blazers want to win big in the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery, not the regular season. With some established veterans on their roster, like big man Deandre Ayton, that could throw a wrench in things. So, with the annual NBA trade […]

The Golden State Warriors visit the Indiana Pacers on Friday night. Tyrese Haliburton is on the injury report alongside Myles Turner, and both players are listed as questionable. Haliburton is dealing with a right ankle sprain, while Turner has an illness after going for 10 points, five rebounds, three blocks, and three steals against the […]

These two teams have fallen off a cliff relative to their expectations. The Pelicans are finally getting healthy, while the 76ers are also healthy and playing much better. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Pelicans-76ers prediction and pick. The Pelicans have talent and could have been a wildcard in the Western […]

The Milwaukee Bucks (19-16) will begin their two-game road trip against the Orlando Magic (22-17) on Friday night at the KIA Center, with forward Khris Middleton listed as probable due to ongoing bilateral ankle injury management following offseason surgery. Middleton’s role has been a topic of discussion following the Bucks’ 121-105 victory over the San […]

The Golden State Warriors are on a downturn recently, while the Indiana Pacers are red hot and have finally found their stride as a team. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Warriors-Pacers prediction and pick for their matchup tonight. The Warriors look different without Klay Thompson. Steph Curry is still great, […]

The New Orleans Pelicans visit the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night. Dejounte Murray is on the injury report, listed as questionable. Murray is dealing with right elbow tendinitis and a right shin contusion. Other members of the Pelicans on the injury report include Brandon Ingram, Herb Jones and Trey Murphy III, as listed as out. […]

The Sacramento Kings (18-19) will open their three-game east coast road trip against the Boston Celtics (27-10) on Friday night. The team has listed star guard De’Aaron Fox as questionable with a right glute contusion in the latest injury report. Fox has missed the Kings’ last two games, including a thrilling 123-118 double-overtime victory against […]

Jimmy Butler’s decision that he no longer wants to play for the Miami Heat has not changed a whole lot regarding the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline. While several teams have contacted the Heat about possibly trading for Butler, no real traction on a potential deal has formed. The six-time All-Star has hit rock bottom […]