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The New York Knicks have officially named their 36th captain in franchise history, and former Villanova coach Jay Wright is fully behind their pick. Of course, former Wildcat Jalen Brunson received the honors. Wright sounded off on Brunson’s attitude, via NJ.com’s Adam Zagoria. “@CoachJayWright on Jalen Brunson,” Zagoria reported. “‘This is a role that he […]

In a recent episode of Dwight Howard’s podcast ‘Above the Rim,’ former Los Angeles Lakers stars Dwight Howard and DeMarcus Cousins, along with Quinn Cook, discussed their experiences and perspectives on their time with the Lakers. The trio, fresh off a championship win in The Asian Tournament in Taiwan, did not shy away from expressing […]

There’s no question that NBA players make a major impact in the Olympics. By playing at the highest level of basketball, it’s only natural for them to thrive in the international scene. Let’s take a look at 12 Olympic records held by an NBA player. Most Olympic gold medals in men’s basketball – Carmelo Anthony […]

The Golden State Warriors are no longer at the top of the mountain, and Lauri Markkanen’s latest decision won’t help them get back up there. Despite Golden State’s efforts to trade for him, the Finnish forward agreed to an extension with the Utah Jazz on Tuesday. The Warriors would not meet Utah’s demands, via The […]

Going into the 2024-2025 NBA season, it looks to be the last one with TNT having exclusive coverage of the NBA. Amazon won the rights after TNT refused to match the offer, putting the future of the Inside the NBA crew in jeopardy. However, Charles Barkley reaffirmed his commitment to the network, and it was […]

Lauri Markkanen will soon be taken off the trade market once he signs his contract extension with the Utah Jazz. The Golden State Warriors were among the primary suitors for a trade for the Finnish star. Now, they’ll have to pivot. The Jazz deciding to keep Markkanen around for the future gives them a foundational […]

Back on December 5, 2022, Andrew Nembhard and the Indiana Pacers went to San Francisco to challenge the then-defending champion Golden State Warriors. It was only the 19th game of Nembhard’s career, but he proceeded to put up the best game of his career to that point, dropping a 31-point masterclass on 13-21 shooting from […]

Dwight Howard had a very long and successful career in the NBA, and it came to an end in 2022. Howard spent 18 seasons in the NBA and he played for seven different teams. He is most well-known for his long stint with the Orlando Magic to begin his career. Howard played for the Magic […]

Team France is preparing to play Canada as the 2024 Summer Olympics continue. However, France is reportedly making some big lineup changes. NBA veterans Rudy Gobert and Evan Fournier will not start during France’s crucial quarterfinal game against Canada, per Ben Golliver of The Washington Post. Fournier has enjoyed a strong NBA career. He is […]

Serbia advanced dramatically into the semi-finals of the 2024 Paris Olympics, clinching a narrow 95-90 overtime victory against Australia. The game will be etched in memory for its breathtaking turnarounds and remarkable performances. Facing a daunting 24-point deficit, Serbia mounted a formidable comeback, with the game reaching a critical juncture when Australian guard Patty Mills […]

Even after the New York Knicks won the offseason by landing Mikal Bridges, their players are keeping it real. On a recent episode of the Roommates Show, co-host Matt Hillman asked Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart about the current offseason and how Eastern Conference teams like the Knicks have upgraded their rosters. Instead, to Brunson […]

It’s a big day for Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, the presumptive vice presidential candidate for the Democratic party in the upcoming Presidential election. This is not just because current Vice President Kamala Harris tapped Walz to run alongside her but also because it’s clear that Walz knows ball. Last year, during the Minnesota Timberwolves’ stellar […]

The Utah Jazz and All-Star forward Lauri Markkanen are on the verge of agreeing to a massive, long-term contract extension, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania. However, with August 6 marking the first day he is eligible to sign a new extension, Markkanen is expected to wait until Wednesday, August 7, at the earliest to […]

Joel Embiid ruffled many feathers when he chose to play for Team USA instead of pushing through with his commitment for France. Alas, Embiid hasn’t exactly established himself as one of the nation’s most important players thus far in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Embiid has made some good plays on both ends of the floor, […]

As they continue offseason workouts in preparation for the 2024-25 NBA season, the New York Knicks are viewing themselves as legitimate championship contenders. After coming up one game short of the Eastern Conference Finals, the Knicks were busy this offseason. In addition to giving new contracts to Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, and Precious Achiuwa, as […]

Anthony Davis is making his mark for Team USA at the 2024 Olympic Games. It’s his second time repping the United States in the Olympics and a far cry from how his first go-around looked like. Once a player who was stuffed to the end of the bench, the big man is playing regularly and […]

The NBA 2K24 Season 9 Release Date arrives soon, with new content and rewards for MyTEAM and MyCAREER players. Season 9 will be the last for 2K24, as NBA 2K25 releases in September. Nevertheless, Season 9 comes with a ton of free content for players to earn just by playing their favorite modes. And thanks […]

Although they revamped the roster around Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, the Philadelphia 76ers must start planning for other improvements to their style of play. Adding Paul George is great. But it’s going to take more to compete for the title. The 76ers hit free agency hard, adding George, Caleb Martin, Eric Gordon, Andre Drummond […]

Team USA features what could be the most talented basketball lineup ever, anchored by two of the greatest players in NBA history, LeBron James and Stephen Curry. The 2024 Paris Olympics mark the first time these all-time greats have played together, and their combined prowess makes them nearly unstoppable when they’re in sync. The prospect […]

The Houston Rockets entered the 2024 NBA offseason with high hopes of building on their promising 2023-24 campaign. With a young core showing significant improvement and a clear mission to accelerate their rebuild, the Rockets aimed to add complementary pieces to their roster. However, despite their best efforts, one decision stands out as their biggest […]

The Philadelphia 76ers are entering one of the most exciting times in franchise history. Less than a year after trading James Harden to the Los Angeles Clippers, Philly landed star forward Paul George during the 2024 free agency period. The 76ers once received services from another forward who provided serviceable depth: Furkan Korkmaz. The 76ers […]

Meeting your sports heroes can be a nerve-racking ordeal for some, even for Real Madrid winger Vinícius Jr., one of the best soccer players in the world. Vinícius, who recently met Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James after a Lakers game last Christmas, said that he was so nervous about the meet-up that he hoped LeBron wouldn’t […]

Kevin Durant recently opened up about his thoughts on which opinions matter to him the most. Throughout his career, Durant turned himself into one of the most polarizing figures in the world of basketball. Many respect and adore him for the work he has put into the game. While some hate him for the questionable […]

Fellow Olympians Devin Booker and Suni Lee took a photo together in Paris, which sparked lots of attention. While many fans of these Olympians see them as superhumans, they are still just as human as everyone else. When it comes to an event as big as the 2024 Olympics, some of the athletes are bound […]

The rating of Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was recently revealed for NBA 2K25. With exactly a month away from the time of this writing until the game’s release, 2K Games is slowly rolling out the ratings of all notable names in the league. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s NBA 2K25 Rating According to the official website, […]

JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers recently finalized their coaching staff. The head coach and the rest of the organization proudly welcome Nate McMillan, Scott Brooks, Bob Beyer, Greg St. Jean, Lindsey Harding, and Beau Levesque. With a star-studded coaching lineup, Redick has set the bar for his team. Over the summer, the Lakers […]

The Boston Celtics had an incredible 2023-24 campaign. After achieving the best record in the league, the Celtics won the 2024 NBA Finals. Boston boasted several stout top-level contributors, headlined by Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. ESPN analyst Brian Windhorst made a bold claim on the talented Celtics squad amid Team USA’s stint in the […]

The Las Vegas NBA2K25 Summer League trip was a disappointment for the New Orleans Pelicans going by the win-loss records. Fans hoping for Jordan Hawkins (2023) and Yves Missi (2024) to prove worthy of their first-round pick statuses had good reason to feel short-changed after going winless (0-5) in Sin City. Missi was a bit […]

Scott Brooks’ net worth in 2024 is $10 million. Brooks is an assistant coach for the Los Angeles Lakers. He is also a former NBA player and a former NBA head coach, having won an NBA championship and NBA Coach of the Year Award, respectively. Let’s take a closer look at Scott Brooks’ net worth […]

So much for the Golden State Warriors’ good problem of sussing out a rotational numbers crunch on the wing and interior after trading for Lauri Markkanen. The Finnish star is reportedly unlikely to sign an extension with the Utah Jazz when he becomes eligible for a new deal on August 6th.  As a result, Markkanen […]

There may not be a better environment in the NBA than a close game in Golden 1 Center. The Sacramento Kings faithful have remained loyal through thick and thin, which is why the last two seasons have been very rewarding for them. After winning 48 games and putting an end to a playoff drought that […]

The Team USA men’s basketball squad is having a promising showing through the first part of the 2024 Olympics. The USA is preparing to take on Team Brazil in a crucial quarterfinal matchup on August 6. Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry has not had his best showing for the US; however, he is still […]

There is no doubt that Kobe Bryant is one of the all-time greats in the history of the NBA and the Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers recently unveiled another statue of Kobe and his daughter Gianna outside of Crypto.com Arena in a touching tribute to the late Hall of Famer. Now, they are paying even […]

Former NCAA head coach Mike Krzyzewski doesn’t want to hear any LeBron James slander. The three-time gold medalist spoke about seeing a young James in person for the first time and how he stood out from the rest of his Olympic teammates, via The Herd. “I noticed him when I started coaching him, how smart […]

It wasn’t long ago when Ben Simmons was one of the most promising players in the NBA. After a solid stint at LSU, Simmons was poised to take the NBA by storm with his combination of size and playmaking skills. But fast- forward to today, it’s safe to say that Simmons has failed to live […]

The Team USA 3X3 men’s basketball team did not have a strong showing at the Paris Olympics, finishing with a record of 2-5 in pool play, and losing to the Netherlands, 21-6. Former NBA player turned-podcaster Jeff Teague had an idea on his latest episode on who should’ve gone to Paris to represent Team USA, […]

Team USA basketball has looked utterly dominant so far at the 2024 Paris Olympics, going a perfect 3-0 in the preliminary rounds. The Americans beat South Sudan, Serbia, and Puerto Rico all handily and now head into the quarterfinals where they will face Brazil. It’s no secret that Steve Kerr’s squad is a clear-cut favorite […]

A global gathering like the Olympics can only do so much. North Korea and South Korea are likely to remain divided even as their athletes take a selfie together. But there is definitely a unifying effect the Summer Games has on people, whether it be experienced by those watching at home or between athletes who […]

Jamal Murray has had an underwhelming run in the Paris Olympics with Team Canada, and that could unfortunately affect his future with the Denver Nuggets. Murray is set to be a free agent in 2025, and the Nuggets may be hesitant about what they pay the point guard, especially if they’re basing it on what […]