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There’s no question that Team USA has the deepest pool of NBA players when it comes to basketball. As a result, in every FIBA tournament, Team USA is always dubbed as the heavy favorite to win it all. In fact, throughout the years, several legends have answered the call of the national team. While the […]

The Dallas Mavericks have been active this offseason following their five-game loss to the Boston Celtics. The team has undergone significant changes, trading away Tim Hardaway Jr. and Josh Green while allowing Derrick Jones Jr. to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers. In return, they have bolstered their roster with new additions, including Klay Thompson, […]

Indiana basketball legend and 11-year NBA veteran Victor Oladipo is heading to the Indiana Athletics Hall of Fame. He’s one of its six members named to IU’s 2024 induction class, announced Friday. Oladipo led the Hoosiers to the Big 10 championship in 2012-13. He earned the program’s first National Player of the Year award in […]

There is no doubt that star LeBron James is the center of the Los Angeles Lakers franchise where being the leader of the team, he has developed relationships to the other players with one especially being Austin Reaves. The 26-year old star spoke Saturday during an event in the Philippines where he touched on the […]

The Orlando Magic have shown promise in recent seasons but are still looking to establish themselves as serious contenders in the Eastern Conference. The team’s current involvement in the 2024 Paris Olympics, where Franz Wagner and Moritz Wagner are representing Germany, has highlighted an opportunity to strengthen their roster. With Germany’s impressive performance, including a […]

Larsa Pippen is unbothered by her ex Marcus Jordan moving on. Jordan was spotted having fun in a French club with Ashley Stevenson a few months after he and Pippen called it quits. Pippen and Jordan began dating in 2022 and have a 17-year age gap. However, that was the smallest of their worries as […]

In an era of positionless basketball, it’s still hard to ignore the towering presence of Tacko Fall. At 7’6″, Fall made history by being the third tallest player to ever make the NBA, trailing only Manute Bol and Gheorghe Mureșan who both stood at 7’7″. Fall’s basketball journey started like every highly touted recruit. He […]

Team USA is getting some bad news ahead of a key matchup against Puerto Rico on Saturday. Jrue Holiday is out for the game, per ESPN. Holiday is dealing with an ankle injury. Team USA will have to find a way to win without Holiday, as it rolls through the Paris Olympics. The Americans defeated […]

If you haven’t already hopped aboard the Cooper Flagg hype train, you better get on now because soon enough, this sucker is going to be filled to max capacity. The 17-year-old Flagg, who will be playing for the Duke basketball team this upcoming season, has been on the radar of NBA teams for a couple […]

Kobe Bryant’s impact on the Los Angeles Lakers franchise cannot be overstated. He has become a full-blown cultural icon whose memory will forever live in the mind of the Lakers franchise that they want to immortalize him even further following his tragic passing in January 2020. Bryant stood for many things during his lifetime, and […]

The Boston Celtics have nearly returned the entire team that won them a championship during the 2023-24 season. However, it’s looking like they could fall one player short of truly running it back, as free agent forward Oshae Brissett hinted at leaving Boston this summer. Brissett had a chance to reunite with the C’s earlier […]

To the surprise of nobody, the Los Angeles Lakers drafted Bronny James with the No. 55 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, pairing him with his dad, LeBron James. In the weeks that have followed, the Lakers and LeBron James have been accused of nepotism by bringing Bronny James to the team. During a […]

Team USA basketball came into the 2024 Olympics as the presumed favorite for the gold medal. So far, they are 2-0 during the group stage of play with the chance to win the group outright should they defeat Puerto Rico on Saturday. But how good is this iteration of Team USA? According to former NBA […]

With the Olympics underway in the group state, Team USA is currently 2-0 largely due to the play of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. Team USA has one more game in group play on Saturday against Puerto Rico with a chance to finish 3-0 before the medal round. FIBA has released their updated list […]

On Friday, a private ceremony outside Crypto.com Arena unveiled a second statue of the late Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant. This statue, which depicts Kobe courtside with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, shows him embracing and kissing her on the head. Vanessa Bryant, Kobe’s widow, posed with the statue. In an Instagram post, Vanessa Bryant […]

The San Antonio Spurs have long been an example of greatness in the NBA, especially when Tony Parker was at the helm. The Hall of Fame point guard helped the Spurs win four NBA championships and is one of the greatest players in franchise history. So with Victor Wembanyama being heralded as the Spurs new […]

Franz Wagner was barraged with ridicule after his abysmal 1-of-15 shooting effort in the Orlando Magic’s Game 7 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in this year’s NBA Playoffs. An overall successful season ended bitterly for him. He does not look rattled at the Paris Olympics, though, helping Germany reach the quarterfinals in emphatic fashion. The […]

The NBA is the highest level of basketball. As a result, it’s natural for basketball fans to expect NBA stars to thrive in FIBA play, where they’re playing against many players who don’t play in the NBA. Furthermore, Team USA often parades a talented squad, giving players distributed responsibility. However, this isn’t always the case. […]

After consecutive early playoff exits, the Milwaukee Bucks faced a critical offseason. With two more years of Damian Lillard, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Khris Middleton under contract, the Bucks had to aggressively build a team for playoff success before their championship window closed for good. Despite working with limited cap space, the Milwaukee front office made […]

The NBA and FIBA’s discussions regarding a potential collaboration on an annual tournament or an NBA-operated league have reportedly headed up. Despite no plans set in stone, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver sees benefits on both sides and is always looking for ways to help the league grow globally as its popularity increases. “We certainly haven’t made […]

In the 2024 NBA Draft, the Miami Heat made a pivotal decision by selecting 7-foot center Kel’el Ware from Indiana with the 15th pick. Last season at Indiana, Ware had impressive stats, averaging 15.9 points, 9.9 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks per game, shooting 58.6% from the field and 42.5% from three. Kel’el Ware’s solid performance […]

It’s no secret why the Golden State Warriors envision Brandin Podziemski as a fixture of their immediate present and long-term future. During an appearance on the Tim Kawakami Show in late July, owner Joe Lacob revealed “everyone” with the Dubs is confident Podziemski has what it takes to become an NBA All-Star. “I do believe […]

Team Canada star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is feeling confident to say the least about his team after going 3-0 in the group play phase, entering in the knockout stage. In his initial reactions after Canada beat Spain Friday, 88-85, the Oklahoma City Thunder fan would have an undefeated stance on his squad according to Lindsay Dunn. […]

The Memphis Grizzlies face emerging concerns about the health of their newest addition, Zach Edey, following his limited participation in the NBA 2K25 Summer League. Edey, the ninth overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, showcased significant promise but was hampered by ankle issues that kept him off the court for most of the tournament. […]

While enjoying his summer break in Greece, Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving didn’t need a basketball court to demonstrate one of his many dribbling techniques to a few teenagers. The 10-time All-Star, who appeared to be showing some fans how he creates space off the dribble, is seen putting on a demonstration off the coast […]

Superstar forward Giannis Antetokounmpo is basking in the glory of the 2024 Paris Olympics. The Team Greece leader is not only getting buckets on the court but also appreciating the entire experience. Antetokounmpo loves the Parisian vibes thus far, via The Athletic’s Sam Amick. “I’m trying to enjoy every single day with my teammates,” said […]

Los Angeles Lakers’ forward Rui Hachimura has suffered a significant setback due to a left calf injury, effectively ending his participation in the 2024 Paris Olympics, according to a statement from Japan’s basketball federation released early Friday. Hachimura felt discomfort following Japan’s 94-90 overtime loss to France and subsequently underwent an MRI that confirmed a […]

It’s safe to say that men’s basketball is one of the best competitions to witness at the Summer Games. It’s a great chance for basketball fans to watch their NBA stars represent their countries while competing against the best players in the world. While NBA players are some of the attractions in the Olympics, it’s […]

Fresh off making the Western Conference Finals for the first time since 2004, the Minnesota Timberwolves are going to be challenged during the 2024-25 season. Anthony Edwards has finally put the Timberwolves on the map in the Western Conference after years of struggle, yet the dynamic of this organization has changed. The challenge for teams […]

Puerto Rico and the USA meet for the finale of the 2024 Olympics preliminary rounds for Group C. It is time to continue our Olympic odds series with a Puerto Rico-USA prediction and pick. Puerto Rico will not be playing past tomorrow. They are 0-2 and now have the toughest test of all, facing the […]

The entire NBA world and basketball fans alike are patiently waiting for the return of Memphis Grizzlies’ franchise star Ja Morant to the court. As one of the most electric and promising young talents in the game today, the NBA just feels more exciting when Ja Morant is taking the floor each night. He also […]

Although it’s the offseason, and he’s through the rampant trade speculation, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland is still getting in work. Recently, Garland was spotted working out with Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James and Utah Jazz sixth man Jordan Clarkson. Garland and Clarkson briefly played together during Garland’s rookie campaign in 2019-20. Clarkson began […]

Sometimes, you must be your biggest believer. In Jamarion Sharp’s case, it’s much more literal. After joining the Dallas Mavericks for Las Vegas Summer League, the 7-foot-5 big man has signed a one-year deal to stick with the Mavericks for next season. While this Mavericks free agency move is the biggest in size, it’s still […]

It’s been some time since we’ve seen a fresh new colorway don the ever-popular Air Jordan 13, but with Nike and Jordan Brand expanding their catalogue over the next few months, it’s only right that sneakerheads see one of their favorite silhouettes make a return. Come later this month, the Air Jordan 13 will get […]

Jayson Tatum has been one of the most talked-about players on the vaunted Team USA men’s basketball roster at the Summer Olympics. However, it has not been for any positive reasons. Instead, Tatum never left the bench during the Americans’ first game vs.  Serbia, a decision by head coach Steve Kerr that has drawn criticism, […]

The NBA 2K25 Content Reveal Road Map is now available, letting fans know when they can expect new info on the next 2K game. This week, the developers already released their gameplay reveal, powered by ProPLAY Technology. However, there’s still much more about NBA 2K25 that we do not yet know. At the very least, […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo has already had himself one heck of a basketball career. He has won an NBA championship with the Milwaukee Bucks, and he has been named the NBA’s Most Valuable Player on two separate occasions. But it’s in the 2024 Paris Olympics where Antetokounmpo feels as though he has achieved the “biggest honor” of […]

The New York Knicks stand at a crossroads as they contemplate offering star forward Julius Randle a substantial $181.5 million contract extension over the next four years. This decision, pivotal for the franchise’s trajectory, hinges not just on financial calculations but also on Randle’s integral role in revitalizing the Knicks and solidifying their competitive stance […]

When the NBA offseason began, the Philadelphia 76ers did not have many players on their active roster due to contracts expiring. In fact, Joel Embiid was one of the only players under contract. Even after re-signing Tyrese Maxey and bringing in several key free agents in order to make a legitimate championship push in the […]