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When the Phoenix Suns signed Tyrus Jones to a one-year, $3.3 million contract during the offseason, they envisioned high expectations for the 10-year point guard. Jones took on his first full-time role during his lone season with the Washington Wizards in 2023-24. Proving himself as a starting point guard, Jones averaged career bests in points […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is known for his great play on the court as well as his endeavors off it. In this specific post, however, we’re looking at LeBron James’ wife — who is Savannah Brinson — and how it all came to be for this power couple. Who is LeBron James’ wife […]

Brian Windhorst is a well-known sportswriter who isn’t afraid of giving his two cents about the NBA. Whether it’s through his articles or his takes on television, Windhorst has carved out a reputation for being a reliable NBA reporter. Although Windhorst has given out legitimate information, the popular reporter also finds himself in hot water […]

San Antonio Spurs starting shooting guard Devin Vassell is expected to miss the start of the 2024-25 season after undergoing surgery for a stress reaction of the third metatarsal head in his right foot, the team announced on Friday. This injury forced Vassell to miss the final eight games of the 2023-24 season. In addition […]

The Philadelphia 76ers’ first preseason game of 2024 is against the New Zealand Breakers of Australia’s NBL. To bolster their roster against NBA competition, Philly’s overseas opponent has signed Tacko Fall. The Breakers, who will also face the Utah Jazz and Oklahoma City Thunder in their NBA tour, said in their announcement that the addition […]

After a season-ending shoulder injury derailed New York Knicks forward Julius Randle’s 2023-24 campaign in January, months before the Knicks returned to the Eastern Conference semifinals, the three-time All-Star is looking forward to his 11th NBA season. Randle celebrated his “30 for 3” program this week. Then, a clip from his YouTube series, “Julius Randle: […]

When Zion Williamson came into the league with the Pelicans, he was known as one of the most explosive players that you didn’t want to be under the rim when he’s driving. Injuries have stopped him from reaching his full potential, but every once in a while, Williamson still shows that he can get off […]

NBA 2K25‘s brand new BBQ Buckets set in MyTEAM adds various Pink Diamond players like Shaquille O’Neal, Ja Morant, and more. Furthermore, the set also includes various other high-rated players to bolster your MyTEAM roster with. This includes several other high-rated player items like Diamond items Bradley Beal, DeMar DeRozan, and more. Without further ado, […]

The Brooklyn Nets enter the 2024-25 season with a new No. 1 offensive option: Cam Thomas. After cracking Brooklyn’s rotation for the first time last season, the 22-year-old led the team in scoring, averaging 22.5 points per game. That was an 11.9-point jump from the prior season, the highest of any player in the league. […]

Back in the day, Richard Jefferson was a reliable NBA veteran who played for several teams in the NBA. However, the highlight of his career came with the Cleveland Cavaliers when he was part of the team that won the 2016 NBA championship. Now retired from playing, Jefferson continues to contribute to the NBA as […]

Magic Johnson, the NBA Hall of Famer, recently shared his insights regarding Bronny James’s readiness for the professional basketball stage during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Johnson expressed his belief that Bronny should consider spending a season in the G League to fully develop his skills before stepping onto the court with the Los […]

As the 2024-25 NBA season draws near, the Atlanta Hawks have made a sneaky addition to their training camp roster. Just days after he was released from his two-way contract with the Golden State Warriors, the Hawks have signed Daeqwon Plowden to an Exhibit 10 training camp contract, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto. The main […]

The Memphis Grizzlies released a statement Friday morning announcing that forward Vince Williams Jr. suffered a left shin injury during a recent training session. Imaging revealed a stress reaction in the upper portion of his tibia. According to the team’s medical staff, Williams will be reevaluated in approximately four weeks and is expected to make […]

The NBA features the best basketball teams and players in the world. But given the competitiveness of the league, it isn’t surprising that there are contenders and cellar dwellers. Here’s a look at the 14 worst team records in NBA history. 12 (tie). 2023-2024 Detroit Pistons, 1982-1983 Houston Rockets, and 1996-1997 Vancouver Grizzlies Record: 14-68 […]

The last couple of seasons have been a struggle for Andrew Wiggins, to say the least. After the Golden State Warriors reclaimed their championship glory in 2022, a moment that very few expected when the season began, Wiggins was rewarded with a four-year, $109 million extension with the team due to the impact he made […]

The 2024-25 NBA season is an opportunity for the Toronto Raptors to prove that they are not going through any sort of rebuild. Scottie Barnes is an All-Star player, and with both RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley playing at high levels, Darko Rajakovic may find himself with a sneaky-good team in the Eastern Conference after […]

NBA players are usually busy during the regular season. But in the offseason, with plenty of time to kill, it isn’t surprising that some NBA players opt to have a side hustle. This can include playing golf, launching a rap album, or filming movies. However some NBA players decide to open a restaurant. While some […]

There is no doubt that it was a busy offseason for Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo as he won a gold medal with Team USA, which is his second. On top of that, the Heat star also signed a big contract extension which exemplifies the idea that Adebayo will be a focal point of the […]

It’s safe to say that NBA legend Magic Johnson isn’t an Anthony Edwards fanboy. Edwards’ lack of respect for the league’s “old heads” is a turn-off for the five-time champion, specifically Edwards’ claim that Michael Jordan was the league’s only “skilled” player in his era. Johnson repeated his criticism of Edwards, via The Jimmy Kimmel […]

Utah Jazz head coach Will Hardy had his fifth-year option picked up by the team ahead of the 2024-25 NBA season on Friday, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes. Hardy, who originally signed a four-year contract with the Jazz in 2022 that had a final year team option for a fifth season, is entering his […]

Teammates are supposed to make each other better given that basketball is a team sport. In fact, with the NBA featuring a pace-and-space era, it’s all the more important for teammates to be on the same page. However, even after plenty of years together, miscommunication also happens. Here’s a look at 10 times when NBA […]

The 2024-25 NBA season is quickly approaching, and Mavericks fans have good reason to be excited. Not only is Dallas coming off of its first NBA Finals appearance in 13 years, but Luka Doncic is reportedly already in his own version of training camp, which could help him begin the season in good shape. Doncic’s […]

Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young has reason for optimism entering the 2024-25 NBA season. Although the Hawks took a step back last season when they lost their play-in tournament game against the Chicago Bulls — Atlanta had been to the playoffs in three consecutive seasons — Young has a new running mate in No. 1 […]

With the new NBA season fast approaching, the Phoenix Suns are reuniting with a familiar face, veteran Frank Kaminsky. His agency, Priority Sports, confirmed that Kaminsky will participate in the Suns’ training camp. Kaminsky played last season with Serbian club Partizan Belgrade but is now back with the Suns, aiming for another opportunity at securing […]

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic has endeared himself to fans with his ironic nonchalant approach to the game of basketball. In the aftermath of the Nuggets’ 2023 NBA championship win, Jokic acted as if he wasn’t over the moon over this achievement. He loves to portray himself as someone who would much rather be in […]

NBA training camps are set to open at the beginning of next month and teams are in the process of finalizing their rostersthe process of finalizing their rosters. At this point in the offseason, there are still some quality free agents remaining on the market. The Pistons made the decision to add to their roster […]

On Thursday morning, Derrick Rose announced that he is retiring from the NBA after 16 seasons in the league. Rose’s best days were tragically cut short by a torn ACL in 2012, and he was never the same player since. Regardless, Rose is leaving the game as the youngest MVP in NBA history, winning the […]

The Denver Nuggets fell short of their goal last season to repeat as champion. But now that the 2024-25 season is almost upon us, the Nuggets have a renewed vigor about them as they look to put the disappointment of last year in the rearview mirror. The Nuggets may have lost one of their best […]

Undrafted Japanese guard and Nebraska basketball standout Keisei Tominaga has signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Pacers according to a recent announcement. Tominaga, who declared for the draft in 2023 but returned to Nebraska for his “super-senior” season, averaged 15.1 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 1.4 assists in 26.1 minutes per game over 32 starts […]

With NBA training camps set to open at the beginning of October, most NBA teams have finalized their rosters. A teams are still making training camp moves here and there as players hit the waiver wire. The Atlanta Hawks added to their roster this week by signing Daeqwon Plowden to a contract as per Michael […]

The Denver Nuggets might have lost one of their key rotation players in Kentavious Caldwell-Pope in free agency, but longtime starter Michael Porter Jr. should be ready to take on more responsibilities ahead of next season. In the offseason, two-time NBA champion KCP signed with the Orlando Magic, boosting their young playoff squad with championship […]

The Milwaukee Bucks are preparing to start their 2024-25 NBA season. However, just days before the start of training tramp, the Bucks received unfortunate news on NBA G League Wisconsin Herd assistant coach Joe Wolf. Wolf unexpectedly passed away on Thursday due to a heart attack. The Bucks released an emotional statement amid the tragic […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are entering a new era, one with a proper point guard in the mold of Chris Paul and Rajon Rondo. Former All-Star Dejounte Murray has been brought in to provide a steady hand to help guide Zion Williamson’s vengeance quest. The Pelicans have yet to see Williamson in the NBA Playoffs […]

The 2024-25 season is an important one for Golden State Warriors players Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody. Both Moses Moody and Jonathan Kuminga are eligible for contract extensions but the Warriors would need to reach an agreement with either player by Oct. 21. But contract talks with both players are currently underway as per Kendra […]

As training camp approaches, the Golden State Warriors are nearing a critical point in their quest to bounce back to playoff contention after last season’s struggles and Klay Thompson’s departure. GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. faced the harsh reality of NBA trades this offseason, as the team failed to secure stars like Paul George and Lauri […]

With the departure of Kentavious Caldwell-Pope in free agency, the Denver Nuggets are going to be relying on Michael Porter Jr. on the wing more than they have in recent seasons. The Nuggets held media day this week and ahead of training camp, Michael Porter revealed that he had undergone a new body transformation for […]

15-year veteran NBA guard Derrick Rose hit basketball fans with a big retirement announcement on Thursday. The former Chicago Bulls star announced the end of his professional playing career. Several stars, including Dwyane Wade, provided heartfelt messages to the point guard after news of his decision broke. Former Bulls coach and 2024 New York Knicks […]

A lot of basketball fans will agree that Nick Wright isn’t afraid to express his NBA opinions to the public. Furthermore, they will also agree that some of the statements by the podcaster and former talk radio host are just far too difficult to agree with. In fact, Wright isn’t one to shy away from […]

Ben Simmons is officially cleared ahead of Brooklyn Nets training camp. But after undergoing his second back surgery in two years, is 2024-25 the season he can finally return to relevance? “Yeah, I certainly hope so for Ben’s sake,” general manager Sean Marks said Thursday. “You never want to see anybody have to go through […]