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Let’s be honest for a moment (this shouldn’t be perceived as an overly bold prediction). The New York Knicks should get through the Indiana Pacers with ease compared to what they just went through against the Philadelphia 76ers in their first-round playoff series. The Knicks won 50 games in the regular season and secured the […]

As it is every single season with the Miami Heat, they are entering in another 0ff-season where the sole goal is to bolster the roster so they can get back to their championship aspirations. However, besides trading for or acquiring a star player which they are looking to do in the summer, they also have […]

From the outside looking in, it feels like everything is on the line for the Cleveland Cavaliers against the Orlando Magic. If the Cavs lose, Donovan Mitchell may ask for a trade. Players other than Mitchell could be moved. Coaching and front office changes could be made. Simply put, there could be a legitimate, wholesale […]

It’s time for a new round as the Indiana Pacers will meet the New York Knicks for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals on Monday at Madison Square Garden. We’re here to share our NBA odds series, make a Pacers-Knicks Game 1 prediction, and pick while showing you how to watch. The Pacers upset […]

New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson has received immense criticism regarding his weight throughout his NBA career, and Charles Barkley, who struggled with his weight during his own time in the league, said he hopes Williamson listens to his advice. On the latest episode of “Club Shay Shay” with Shannon Sharpe, Barkley, while discussing his […]

Los Angeles Clippers guard Russell Westbrook is setting the record straight about his thoughts on his role with the team this season. Westbrook is calling out reports about his feelings that he says aren’t accurate. The veteran was placed in a supporting role for most of the year with the club. Media reports alleged there […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves took firm control of their second-round series against the reigning champion Denver Nuggets with a surprise Game 1 victory on the road. Anthony Edwards powered the Timberwolves’ offense in historic fashion with another 40-bomb. Defensively, Minnesota stymied Denver in ways no other team in the Association can. Rudy Gobert disrupted two-time MVP […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves jumped out in front of their Western Conference Semifinals series against the Denver Nuggets with a 106-99 win in Game 1. The Timberwolves stole homecourt advantage from the Nuggets behind another epic performance from star shooting guard Anthony Edward, who had 43 points in the win. Edwards was so good for the […]

Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves entered their playoff series with the Denver Nuggets expecting a war, and sure enough, they were mentally prepared for it. So when Nikola Jokic and Co. threw everything they had on the Wolves in Game 1, they didn’t falter and prevented a collapse. As a result, the Timberwolves were […]

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic struggled against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals. The Wolves’ rotation of big men particularly made life hard for him, with Karl-Anthony Towns, Rudy Gobert and Naz Reid all contributing to slow him down. Obviously, the Timberwolves’ size is something the Jokic and the Nuggets […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves made a strong statement with their 106-99 Game 1 victory over the Denver Nuggets in the second round of the NBA Playoffs. Minnesota received a stellar effort from Anthony Edwards; however, big men Rudy Gobert and Naz Reid were just as impactful. Gobert revealed his powerful message to Reid before the young […]

Everyone has been left in awe by Anthony Edward after he guided the Minnesota Timberwolves to a huge 106-99 win over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night. With that win in Mile High City, Minnesota was able to take a 1-0 series lead versus the defending champions, but it appears that Edwards is what everyone’s […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are the talk of the NBA world after their thrilling Game 1 victory over the Nuggets in Denver. Anthony Edwards’ ‘Michael Jordan-esque’ rise toward the top of the shooting guard ranks has fans wondering what heights the young superstar can soar to in the 2024 Playoffs. Edwards put up a shocking first […]

After a convincing series sweep of the Phoenix Suns in the first round, the Minnesota Timberwolves were looking to stay hot in Game 1 of their second round series. However, the Wolves had a tough task ahead of them. The reigning champion Denver Nuggets with homecourt advantage are typically unbeatable. Despite the daunting challenge, Minnesota […]

One of the more interesting parts of the Miami Heat’s season has been the play of star Duncan Robinson, especially towards the final part of the year where a back injury significantly limited him. To provide more context of his issue, he spoke with the media Friday afternoon during the Heat’s exit interviews as he […]

If you spend just a minute on social media checking out the Minnesota Timberwolves, chances are you’ve already come across a wild theory involving T’wolves star Anthony Edwards and Michael Jordan. Apparently, some people believe –seriously or not —  is the son of the Chicago Bulls legend and Basketball Hall of Famer. That is simply […]

The Denver Nuggets have their work cut out for them in the second round of the NBA Playoffs. The Nuggets lost Game 1 of their Timberwolves matchup 106-99 on Saturday night after a dominant Anthony Edwards performance. Of course, Denver received a hefty contribution from Nikola Jokic. However, the center needed more from his star […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves struck first in their Western Conference Semifinals series agains the Denver Nuggets with a 106-99 win in Game 1. The Timberwolves stole homecourt advantage from the Nuggets and now it’s up to the defending champs to respond. But the talk of the game was focused on Timberwolves star shooting guard Anthony Edwards. […]

There’s a new development in the ongoing saga of who will own the Minnesota Timberwolves as current owner Glen Taylor looks to retain control while Alex Rodriguez’s team hopes to force a previously agreed upon sale. The two sides were forced to attend mediation earlier this week and, now that that has failed to resolve […]

In what has been a frustrating ending to the Miami Heat’s season at the hands of the Boston Celtics in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, one of the few bright spots of the year was no doubt rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. who bursted onto the scene. He spoke Friday afternoon during the Heat’s […]

The Miami Heat’s season ending with a resounding thud on Wednesday as they lost by 34 points to the Boston Celtics without Kristaps Porzingis. The Heat were without star forward Jimmy Butler, the greatest hero of the 2024 Eastern Conference Playoffs, and now are left to lick their wounds with questions surrounding who will return […]

In an unsurprising move, the Los Angeles Lakers announced on Friday that they had parted ways with head coach Darvin Ham. Following the Lakers first round flameout in the NBA Playoffs against the Denver Nuggets, it seemed likely that Ham was on his way out. The Lakers will now head into the offseason looking to […]

It’s been almost a week since the Los Angeles Lakers were eliminated in the first round of the NBA Playoffs by the Denver Nuggets, and the fallout is still ongoing. The Lakers announced on Friday that they had fired head coach Darvin Ham as well as the rest of the coaching staff. And then on […]

The Dallas Mavericks won a championship in 2011 with Dirk Nowitzki over the ‘Big 3′ from Miami: Chris Bosh, Dewayne Wade, and LeBron James. Nowitzki’s stunning Finals MVP Performance was one of the greatest in NBA history and it’s being remembered by fans who have a chance to watch Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic on […]

New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram finds himself in trade rumors after a challenging playoff run. The Oklahoma City Thunder swept the Pelicans in the first round. There are many reasons why New Orleans came up short, but some believe parting ways with Ingram would help the team. Thus, the Atlanta Hawks are favored to […]

In a bold assertion that has stirred conversations across the NBA, Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler recently claimed that had he been healthy during the 2024 NBA playoffs, the outcomes against the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks would have been decidedly different. Butler’s confidence in his hypothetical presence turning the tide highlights not only […]

On the surface, the upcoming offseason should be a critical one for the Chicago Bulls. The problem is, though, many fans said the exact same thing last year, and the organization had a different idea in mind. Instead of parting ways with some of the team’s crippling contracts, it kept the core intact and even […]

The Los Angeles Clippers have been holding extensive discussions with Paul George ahead of the star forward potentially declining his player option and hitting free agency, and the Philadelphia 76ers are currently the betting favorites to land the star forward if he doesn’t return to Los Angeles, per BetOnline.ag. George is currently listed at +200 […]

The Detroit Pistons seemingly have a new target in their sights for their President of Basketball Operations opening. Apparently, Milwaukee Bucks general manager Jon Horst is a candidate for the position, per Eric Nehm from the Athletic. Detroit can now set up an interview with Horst since the Bucks were eliminated from the playoffs by […]

A rumor has sent ripples through the NBA: the New Orleans Pelicans are reportedly steering clear of offering a contract extension to star forward Brandon Ingram this offseason. This decision marks a significant shift in team strategy, as the Pelicans appear to be repositioning their roster to focus more on developing younger talent, particularly Trey […]

Former Los Angeles Lakers center Shaquille O’Neal was one of the most dominant players in NBA history. However, Shaq’s NBA tenure did not come without his struggles shooting free throws. He shot a career average of 52.7 percent from the stripe. The legend provided insight into his in-game struggles with an eye-opening take. Shaq sat […]

DALLAS, TX — For the second-consecutive season, the LA Clippers are a first-round exit in the NBA Playoffs. Kawhi Leonard was an unfortunate no-show due to injuries for the fourth-consecutive season, and Paul George was a no-show for the second-consecutive season. Last season was due to injuries. This season, however, there are no excuses for […]

The Orlando Magic will battle the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 7 at RocketMortgage Arena, with the winner advancing to the Eastern Conference Semifinals. We’re here to share our NBA odds series, make a Magic-Cavaliers Game 7 prediction, and pick while showing you how to watch. The Magic defeated the Cavaliers 103-96 in Game 6 to […]

The Dallas Mavericks are getting a tough blow as they advance in the NBA Playoffs. Dallas forward/center Maxi Kleber is down with a shoulder injury, per The Athletic. Kleber is expected to miss a significant period of time for the team, and possibly the rest of the postseason. Kleber suffered a dislocation of the AC […]

With the coveted NBA championship up for grabs, it isn’t surprising that the NBA Playoffs is a showcase of the best basketball teams in the world. As a result, it’s when players are expected to be at their best. In fact, this is the best time for superstars to rise to the occasion, especially when […]

Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant experienced another first-round exit in the 2024 NBA Playoffs. Durant’s Suns were swept 4-0 by a talented Minnesota Timberwolves squad. Many things factored into Phoenix’s lack of postseason success. Yet, should the Suns trade Durant, the Miami Heat will have a good chance to land him. If Phoenix moves on […]

The excitement was palpable across gaming and sports circles as Call of Duty’s latest update introduced the highly anticipated D Book Was Here bundle, a collaborative effort with NBA standout Devin Booker of the Phoenix Suns. The reveal, showcased in a one-minute trailer on Call of Duty’s official Twitter account, not only unveiled the bundle’s […]

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis could miss the entirety of the Eastern Conference Semifinals due to a right soleus strain. However, the injury he suffered on Monday during a Game 4 win over the Miami Heat hasn’t curbed his sense of humor. On Saturday morning, the Latvian big man clarified to the media that he […]

Darius Morris, NBA veteran and Michigan alumnus, has passed away at the age of 33, per a report by Shams Charania. No cause of death has been reported at this time. “Four-year NBA veteran Darius Morris has passed away at the age of 33. Morris played for the Lakers, 76ers, Clippers, Grizzlies, and Nets from […]