NBA Articles - Page 55

The Detroit Pistons have turned a corner. Last season, a team long mired in rebuilding finally hinted at something more substantial: a young core learning how to win. Cade Cunningham’s evolution into an All-Star centerpiece was the spark. For the first time in years, Little Caesars Arena had meaningful basketball deep into spring. That said, […]

The ever-expanding NBA has seen consistent growth in recent years, with franchise valuations at an all-time high. The world’s best basketball league has become a global phenomenon under commissioner Adam Silver, and the league is continuing its push in Europe with a series of six games over the next three years. The NBA announced Wednesday […]

Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson and NBA legend Larry Bird are two of the best shooters in the history of basketball. One could even argue that they have similar playing styles, although Thompson is a better defender and Bird was a better playmaker during his heyday. But no one can deny that both can shoot […]

While most players are already back on the grind for the upcoming season, veteran guard Russell Westbrook has yet to find a new home after choosing free agency, although he has been linked to the Sacramento Kings. After one season with the Denver Nuggets, Westbrook declined his $3.4 million player option last month to test […]

Days are coming closer and closer to the start of the 2025-26 NBA season, and the Phoenix Suns have made a barrage of moves. Most recently, the Suns gave Devin Booker a $145 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid player in the league. Not to mention, Phoenix aced the NBA draft and landed Khaman […]

In signing with the Los Angeles Clippers, Chris Paul officially ended his tenure with the San Antonio Spurs. While not one of the biggest deals of NBA free agency, it may help move the needle for an LA squad that’s been among the most active in the league this summer. From a Spurs perspective, Paul’s […]

The Los Angeles Lakers may be in offseason mode, but Luka Doncic continues to command headlines—this time with a jaw-dropping trick shot that stunned fans at Dyckman Park in New York City. The Lakers superstar made an unplanned appearance at the famed streetball court as part of a Jordan Brand promotional event tonight, but it […]

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic turned heads this offseason after appearing on the cover of “Men’s Health Magazine” looking like he had lost a bunch of weight. With Doncic seemingly getting in better shape, former NBA player Kendrick Perkins predicts an MVP season from Doncic. In the latest episode of the “Road Trippin’ Podcast,” […]

No team in the Eastern Conference took a bigger swing this offseason than the Atlanta Hawks, who signed multiple notable free agents and pulled off a heist of a trade with the New Orleans Pelicans on draft night. The move that started it all was Atlanta’s trade for Kristaps Porzingis, bringing in the Latvian big […]

Tylil’s live stream with Rich Paul turned into one of the more entertaining basketball conversations we’ve seen in a while. The episode of The Tylil Show wasn’t just about NBA debates, though. It featured Bronny James talk, Paul showing surprising strength in the weight room, and even a spontaneous TikTok dance session with Paul, Tylil, […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is only one of three athletes (Michael Jordan, Kevin Durant) to hold a lifetime contract with sponsor Nike. Over the last 22 years, James has been the most consistent superstar in the league, releasing a signature shoe each year without missing a beat. After rocking the Nike LeBron 22 […]

At this point in the offseason, many teams have finalized their rosters for the 2025-26 NBA season. While the league as a whole is waiting to see what happens with the top restricted free agents like Jonathan Kuminga and Josh Giddey, several veteran free agents who could aid many NBA teams remain available. Entering August, […]

With the Miami Heat involved in rumors this offseason, the team has also made some lateral moves in signing young players to two-way contracts. One player the Heat signed to a two-way contract was former FAU basketball center Vladislav Goldin, and the other was Myron Gardner, a Summer League standout, but the expected third slot […]

Veteran guard Jrue Holiday praised rookie big man Yang Hansen during a recent conversation with Sean Highkin of The Rose Garden Report, calling the 20-year-old center a “superstar” for his early performance with the Portland Trail Blazers. “He’s been a superstar. He’s been hooping,” Holiday told Highkin while reflecting on Hansen’s presence in Las Vegas […]

The Philadelphia 76ers have had an interesting last 12 months, first watching their max signing of Paul George crash and burn in epic fashion, but being rewarded for their misery with the number three overall pick. At that spot, the 76ers selected VJ Edgecombe, the standout combo guard from Baylor who burst onto the NCAA […]

Jersey retirements are a great way to celebrate special NBA figures who took part in a franchise’s glorious eras. As a result, the elite company is composed of impactful players who played a huge role in reeling in championships and record-breaking moments. But while it’s usually justified when a player gets his jersey number retired, […]

The city of Houston is anxiously waiting the debut of future NBA Hall-of-Famer Kevin Durant rocking their trusty red and white threads, hoping the All-Star can help them break through during the upcoming season. Durant is also celebrating the release of his 18th signature model with Nike as the lifetime contract holder is credited for […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have Luka Doncic and LeBron James, two of the biggest stars in the NBA, on their roster, and both players seem to really be enjoying it. Although their first postseason together ended in disaster, with a five-game series loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, and James’ camp has reportedly expressed discontent with […]

Cam Thomas remains one of the NBA’s most polarizing players four years into his career. While his skeptics remained loud, Thomas made it clear how he viewed himself entering his first free agency. “When I got major minutes, I feel like I’ve been one of the best guards in the league at my position. When […]

The Los Angeles Clippers officially introduced Chris Paul and his return to the franchise on Monday afternoon inside Intuit Dome. A press conference with members of the media provided a lot of clarity on his decision to return. A fan event shortly after at Intuit Dome’s, “Court B,” however, quickly brought the emotions out and […]

INGLEWOOD, CA — Chris Paul was officially introduced as a member of the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday afternoon. His signing means he’ll be joining James Harden and Kawhi Leonard on the franchise he helped put on the map last decade. Some of the biggest question marks following his addition were about his relationship with […]

The Milwaukee Bucks fans are going to take some time to come to terms with Damian Lillard’s exit from the franchise. After two tumultuous seasons that resulted in only reasonable individual success and had multiple injury layoffs, Dame’s remaining contract, worth over $113 million, was stretched by the Bucks over five years. However, for Kyle […]

Recently, the Los Angeles Clippers reunited with legendary point guard Chris Paul, who was a key member of the team’s Lob City era in the 2010s. While Paul is no longer that player, he still figures to provide some much-needed bench stability and playmaking to a Clippers team lacking in both areas a season ago. […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is a top-tier all-time basketball great, but he can be humbled in other sports. A video of the four-time NBA Most Valuable Player taking a few golf shots has recently gone viral, and not for flattering reasons. Clearly, golf isn’t James’ strong suit, and he will have to spend […]

As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare for the 2025–26 NBA season, much of the attention has centered around Luka Doncic’s physical transformation. Doncic, entering his first full season with the Lakers following a midseason trade from Dallas, recently appeared on the cover of Men’s Health, showcasing a noticeably leaner frame and improved conditioning. The 26-year-old […]

The Portland Trail Blazers may have uncovered a gem in Yang Hansen. The 7-foot-1 Chinese center has turned heads at the 2025 NBA Summer League. But Yang Hansen’s early flashes of brilliance have already drawn comparisons to a familiar figure, Yao Ming. The former Rockets star dazzled with skill and size, yet saw his career […]

No front office has been under more scrutiny than the Dallas Mavericks over the last six months in the wake of their stunning Luka Doncic trade. Dallas lucked into the chance to draft Cooper Flagg number one overall this June, which thankfully they did not overthink, but few are giving the front office credit for […]

Choosing a jersey number is common in playing basketball across all levels. But for some players, there’s more that lies beneath the number. For some, it’s a way to honor specific events and special persons. And for others, it’s a great way to convey a message. Here is a look at the 10 best stories […]

Recently, a Men’s Health magazine article was published about Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic and featured pictures of the Slovenian sensation appearing to be in arguably the best shape of his NBA career. Weight and conditioning concerns have long been an issue for Doncic, some of which were to blame for his shocking trade […]

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James found early success in the NBA Summer League. He recently opened up about how it felt to finally step on that stage. But beyond the excitement of his debut, Bronny James revealed the lasting impact of the cardiac arrest he suffered just over a year ago. It was an […]

Tracy McGrady, a seven-time NBA All-Star, two-time scoring champion, and member of the 2017 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame class, has signed on and will join NBC Sports as a studio analyst with the NBA returning to NBC in the new media rights deal. NBC made this announcement official on Tuesday. Tracy McGrady has been […]

The Los Angeles Clippers continue to operate with the poise and precision of a franchise that understands how fleeting championship windows can be. Even after another bitter playoff exit, this time a Game 7 drubbing by the Denver Nuggets in the 2025 first round, LA wasted no time reshuffling the deck. But their commitment to […]

The Dallas Mavericks and Luka Doncic’s relationship did not end on the best terms. Dallas shocked the entire sports world — including Doncic — by trading him to the Los Angeles Lakers in early February. The Mavs and Doncic are moving in different directions, but NBA insider Marc Spears believes there are stories that Dallas […]

One of the Atlanta Hawks’ first moves of the offseason was acquiring Kristaps Porzingis from the Boston Celtics in a three-team trade. After a disappointing end to the postseason for the Celtics, which saw them get eliminated in the second round and Jayson Tatum suffering an Achilles injury, there was a good chance the same […]

The Denver Nuggets have been playing the long game, and for the most part, it’s working. Despite falling in the second round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs, the Nuggets pushed the eventual champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, to a grueling seven-game series. Their exit didn’t mark a failure, but a moment of reflection for a […]

As the Los Angeles Lakers gear up for the 2025–26 season, head coach JJ Redick reflected on a pivotal teaching moment with rookie guard Bronny James during his first year in the league. Speaking to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, Redick revealed the “only” time he delivered a harsh message to James came after the Lakers’ regular-season […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves came into the 2025 offseason not with a splashy rebuild or aggressive pivot, but a clear, measured plan: retain core talent, reinforce team chemistry, and maintain their upward trajectory. That focus on stability has paid dividends in regular-season success. But in the harsh, hyper-competitive world of the Western Conference, standing still often […]

For most young NBA players, sharing the court with Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James would be a career-defining moment. For his son, Bronny James, it was something else entirely. It was a milestone he’d rather not relive. In his first NBA appearance alongside his father during the Lakers’ 2024-25 season opener, Bronny checked in […]

Joe Tsai saw a prime opportunity when he agreed to purchase a minority stake of the Brooklyn Nets from Mikhail Prokhorov in 2017. The franchise had a sales price of $2.3 billion at the time of the deal. Tsai gained full ownership of the team in 2019, and its value has since skyrocketed to north […]