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When the Phoenix Suns traded Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, it felt like it was only a matter of time. However, trading a superstar and receiving Jalen Green back is a presents quite the opportunity. It’ll be interesting for the Suns to decide what direction they want to go. After all, they still have […]

The Memphis Grizzlies have fully committed to a franchise pivot after trading Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is ‘excited’ about the new-look Grizzlies but EVP/GM Zach Kleiman is nowhere near finished putting together next season’s roster. Free agency and trade markets are always in flux. However, using the 16th overall pick to […]

After weeks and weeks of discussions, the Kevin Durant trade is finally in the books. The Houston Rockets won the sweepstakes for the former league MVP, landing him in a blockbuster trade from the Phoenix Suns in exchange for a package centered around Jalen Green. The full details of the trade are as follows. Rockets […]

Despite some saying that the Miami Heat had the “most enticing” offer for Kevin Durant, the active pursuit has come to an end as the star has been traded to the Houston Rockets. As the Heat look at fallback options after Durant, there have been reports talking about what the team offered the Phoenix Suns […]

On Sunday afternoon, the Kevin Durant trade saga came to an end when the Phoenix Suns dealt the superstar to the Houston Rockets in exchange for a package including Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and draft compensation. The deal, originally reported by Shams Charania of ESPN, gives the Rockets a chance to compete for an NBA […]

With the recent bombshell development of the Phoenix Suns trading away Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, the 15-time NBA All-Star will join a new venture with a new team with the same goal in mind. With his latest Nike KD 18 signature sneakers in full production, the addition of this upcoming “Atomic Pink” colorway […]

Kevin Durant will have a very interesting extension decision after his blockbuster move to the Houston Rockets. The former Phoenix Suns’ superstar has found a new home on a team built to win now. Houston decided to open its championship window Sunday afternoon, dealing Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 overall pick, and five […]

After months of rumors, the Phoenix Suns finally managed to trade Kevin Durant, sending him to the Houston Rockets in a blockbuster deal on Sunday afternoon. In return, the Suns landed Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, and five future second-round picks. While Durant being on the […]

On Sunday afternoon, the Phoenix Suns officially ended the Kevin Durant trade sweepstakes by dealing the superstar to the Houston Rockets, per Shams Charania of ESPN. The Rockets sent back a package including Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, five second round picks, and this year’s number ten overall picks. Let’s take a look at where these […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — Win or lose, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander relishes “the moment” that every star experiences when their team’s backs are against the wall down the stretch and it’s time to perform. It’s what happened when Gilgeous-Alexander closed out Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers in the fourth quarter of Game 4 […]

There’s no question that the Air Jordan 4 is currently the most popular silhouette in all of the numbered Jordan sneakers and Jordan Brand has been taking full advantage of the trend with their recent releases. Following their most updated release of the Air Jordan 4 “White Cement,” we’ll see a new colorway enter the […]

On Sunday afternoon, the Phoenix Suns shook up the NBA world by trading superstar Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, as reported by ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania. In return, the Suns got Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the number ten pick in this year’s NBA Draft, and five future second-round picks. While a Durant trade […]

On Sunday afternoon, the Houston Rockets shook up the NBA world by trading for Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant, per Shams Charania of ESPN. In return, Houston gave up Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the number ten pick in this year’s draft, and five second round picks. While Dillon Brooks may not have been the deadlining […]

The Denver Nuggets are currently in the middle of what could be a highly important offseason for the future direction of the franchise. Denver is coming off of a seven-game playoff loss to the eventual Western Conference champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round. Recently, NBA insider Marc Stein took to his account on […]

The Grizzlies are heading into the offseason with one clear goal in mind, and it involves Jaren Jackson Jr. The front office made the stunning decision this offseason to trade Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic. Memphis received a significant haul in return, including two quality role players in Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Cole Anthony, four […]

In shocking news on Sunday, the Houston Rockets have traded for Kevin Durant in what ends a long saga, resulting in the 36-year-old star finishing his stint with the Phoenix Suns. As the Rockets have been in rumors for Durant, a video has revealed the forward’s reaction to the news in real-time. According to a […]

The Phoenix Suns are trading 15-time All-Star and two-time Finals MVP Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, and five second-round picks, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Houston is trading the 59th pick in this year’s draft, two second-round picks in 2026, […]

With the Indiana Pacers preparing for Game 7 of the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder, the team looks to win the first championship in franchise history. While the Pacers will need their X-factors the most on Sunday night in the biggest game of the season, a win for the team would check the […]

For the first time in nine years, the NBA Finals will have a Game 7. And for the first time ever, the Indiana Pacers will be a part of one. Tonight marks the end of the NBA season, and for either the Oklahoma City Thunder or the Pacers, it will be the sweetest moment in […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers are going into Game 7 with everything on the line, and whoever comes out with the win will be holding up the NBA Championship. The Pacers were able to come out in Game 6 and do what they had to do to extend the series, while the […]

With the rumors swirling around Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga and what his future will look like, there seems to be a general expectation of what the final destination will be. As it appears Kevin Durant’s status has impacted Kuminga’s trade market in some facets, there has been one team that has been present […]

Boston Celtics forward Torrey Craig gave a positive update on Jayson Tatum’s recovery from a torn Achilles. The Celtics superstar is over a month removed from going down at Madison Square Garden against the New York Knicks. Tatum has a long rehab process ahead of him as Boston begins a very consequential offseason for the […]

The Kevin Durant trade talks between the Phoenix Suns and other teams are heating up after weeks of discussions about a potential deal for the aging superstar, and now it’s getting close to decision time. Understandably, the Suns would want a deal to get done before Wednesday’s NBA Draft so they can focus their full […]

The Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder will be playing in a pivotal Game 7 to see who takes home the NBA championship. One of the more important things that people want to know is who is officiating the game, and Scott Foster’s name has come up a lot. Luckily, for some fans, they will […]

One of the biggest trade candidates heading into the 2025 NBA offseason is Kevin Durant, as it seems inevitable the Phoenix Suns will move on from him. To this point, though, they haven’t received an offer that has piqued their interest, which has created quite a bit of suspense ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft. […]

As the NBA Draft approaches, the biggest question still remaining in the NBA offseason is where Kevin Durant will land. Ever since the end of the Phoenix Suns season this year, it has felt like Durant is on the way out and was likely to be traded. A few weeks into talks, it was revealed […]

There was a time not too long ago when the Phoenix Suns were the envy of the Western Conference. They had acquired Kevin Durant, paired him with Devin Booker and eventually added Bradley Beal. As such, the Suns positioned themselves for a title run. That era now feels like a mirage. Instead of basking in […]

The Indiana Pacers will be playing in a Game 7 against the Oklahoma City Thunder for the NBA Championship, but they have a few players who are injured. The main player everyone is worried about is Tyrese Haliburton, who has been dealing with a calf injury for the past few games. He was a game-time […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — Amidst an NBA career with very few promises for a journeyman, Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein inked a three-year, $87 million contract to join the Thunder last summer. His unique background is similar to that of teammates Alex Caruso and Lu Dort, whose paths to the NBA began in the G […]

The Washington Wizards have long proven incapable of designing a successful blueprint. Three playoff wins and six losing seasons since 2018 prove as much. Their only chance may be to excel in the NBA Draft and hope that Brian Keefe can leave his imprint on this young roster, starting in his second year at the […]

Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama offered a striking tribute to the remarkable character of Gregg Popovich. Speaking after Popovich transitioned to the Spurs’ front office, Wembanyama reflected on the coach’s 29 legendary years on the bench. He praised Popovich as a figure whose influence goes far beyond X’s and O’s. “What’s incredible with him is that […]

Spurs All-Star Victor Wembanyama turned heads this offseason after shaving his head and spending 10 days at the famed Shaolin Temple. Since March, Wembanyama has been recovering from deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder. Despite the setback, Wembanyama has remained active and visible throughout his rehabilitation. His recent spiritual and physical retreat to the […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — With the stage set at the Paycom Center, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams addressed the fans, the ambiance, and the anticipation that awaits Oklahoma City’s first Game 7 of the NBA Finals. With their season on the line, Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sent a message to his team before facing the […]

Pascal Siakam learned a lot from Kawhi Leonard during their time together as teammates on the Toronto Raptors. So much so that the former understood a key lesson from the star forward as he looks to lead the Indiana Pacers to glory. Siakam and Leonard were only co-stars for one season with the Raptors during […]

James Harden is 35 years old and coming off a first-round playoffs exit with the Los Angeles Clippers, but he seemed as exuberant and confident as ever during Fanatics Fest. The 2018 MVP was feeding into the lively atmosphere, looking like a man who just said his prayers and took his vitamins. He arrived at […]

Ben Sheppard had an intriguing plan to share before the Indiana Pacers face the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals. The Pacers have had a competitive series against the Thunder so far. They had a 2-1 series lead before Oklahoma City took the next two games. Despite this, Indiana responded […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — As experience between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers was a storyline throughout the NBA Finals, Thunder All-Star Jalen Williams deemed the shifted focus towards Mark Daigneault and Rick Carlisle unnecessary ahead of Game 7. Daigneault is one win away from his first championship. His five years of experience include […]

When James Harden decides to retire, he will go down as one of the best shooting guards in NBA history. However, the Los Angeles Clippers forward lacks one key accolade on his resume; a championship. He and Kawhi Leonard entered the postseason as dark horses in the Western Conference. However, head coach Tyronn Lue could […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren vowed to bounce back from Game 6 of the NBA Finals, where he finished with four points on 2-of-9 shooting against the Indiana Pacers. After a 108-91 loss on the road, Holmgren promised to be better in a do-or-die Game 7 at the Paycom Center for […]