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Dallas Mavericks’ Klay Thompson shared his excitement on social media Thursday following the news of a WNBA expansion team coming to Portland. Thompson, who spent much of his childhood in Oregon, expressed his enthusiasm by reposting an announcement from Portland Thorns FC on his Instagram story. The announcement by the NWSL team welcomed the WNBA […]

As Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James and Bronny James approach their first NBA season as teammates, another son of LeBron, Bryce James, says he would beat his dad in a 1-on-1 game. Bryce was asked who would win in a hypothetical 1-on-1 between him and his father, LeBron, in a video posted by the […]

The Brooklyn Nets will retire Vince Carter’s No. 15 jersey during a Jan. 25 home matchup with the Miami Heat, the team announced Thursday. “We are thrilled to honor former Nets player Vince Carter, who contributed so much to this organization both on and off the court,” said Nets owner Joe Tsai. “He is an […]

Weeks before preseason, New York Knicks fans are already missing their former center, Isaiah Hartenstein, after watching a recent video of him working out with his new teammates. Hartenstein signed a three-year, $87 million deal with the Oklahoma City Thunder. And he looks like he’s in great shape as he drains a three, blocks a […]

The NBA offseason is winding down, and preseason basketball is upon us. Nothing is better than the start of a new season, and plenty of storylines fuel what will be a very unpredictable 2024-25 season. With training camps around the NBA set to begin at the start of October, perhaps the biggest question fans want […]

As the NBA season approaches, Hall-of-Famer Shaquille O’Neal has called out a plethora of players. This time, he went after Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons on a recent episode of The Big Podcast. “Ben is sensitive right,” O’Neal said. “He came in with a lot of hype, played nobody. When he got exposed, we saw […]

In a recent episode of The Big Podcast With Shaq, Shaquille O’Neal doubled down on his already harsh comments about Rudy Gobert. O’Neal isn’t one to mince words about modern day big man, as he’s made his thoughts known on JaValle McGee, Joel Embiid and even Nikola Jokić as he won his third MVP this past season. […]

Earlier this offseason, the Denver Nuggets raised eyebrows when it was announced that they would be signing free agent guard Russell Westbrook after his departure from the Los Angeles Clippers. The Nuggets were in desperate need of guard depth after the departure of Kentavious Caldwell-Pope this offseason, and although Westbrook may not be a perfect […]

Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta is reportedly preparing to submit a bid for a WNBA expansion franchise, aiming to bring professional women’s basketball back to Houston. According to sources familiar with the matter, Fertitta’s proposal is expected to be made within the next few weeks. The timeline for when the WNBA will officially award its […]

At some point, every NBA organization goes through dramatic changes. As good as the Golden State Warriors were from 2015-19, winning three titles in this span, this organization still saw superstar forward Kevin Durant depart for the Brooklyn Nets following a torn Achilles in the 2019 NBA Finals. This offseason, change has once again impacted […]

There are plenty of reasons to be excited for the Indiana Pacers. They have as bright of a future as any team in the NBA, thanks in large part to the impressive core they have built with Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam at the forefront. They even made it all the way to the Eastern […]

Unfortunately, injuries are part of the game of basketball. In fact, even the best basketball players in the world fall to injury. However, there have been cases in the NBA when players get injured for the most bizarre reasons. In fact, some injuries aren’t even related to basketball. Here’s the 10 most unusual injury causes […]

Jenn Tran, former star of The Bachelorette, is keeping fans on their toes after NBA player Max Strus followed her on Instagram, HoopsHype reports. Days before the social media move, Jenn had publicly declared her crush on the Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard during her appearance on Nick Viall’s Viall Files podcast. With charm and humor, […]

The Boston Celtics will be coming into the season trying to win a second championship in a row, and it’s up to the leaders of the team to guide them. Head coach Joe Mazzulla has shown that he’s the right person to lead the team, while Jayson Tatum has been the leader on the basketball […]

Former NBA star Antoine Walker recently made an appearance on the ‘Forgotten Seasons’ podcast, where he offered a rare glimpse into the unique leadership style of Michael Jordan. Known for his relentless competitiveness and ironclad focus, Jordan also had a surprising side to him — one that valued balance and fun, even during the grind […]

Change is always inevitable for NBA rosters. It comes in many different forms. From major occurrences like groundbreaking trades to minor adjustments such as rotation tweaks, teams constantly make changes with the goal of improvement in mind. Ideally, more activity transpires among teams in the middle and bottom of the pack, since of course, longer […]

Today, Minnesota Timberwolves icon Kevin Garnett is celebrated as an NBA champion and a legend with an extraordinary work ethic and fierce competitive drive. However, early in his career, that same competitive fire landed him in hot water when he overstepped in front of Chicago Bulls superstar Michael Jordan. The game took place in February […]

Ray Allen is embracing the challenges of aging with a bit of social media humor and a lot of grace. Allen, the legendary NBA sharpshooter, recently shared a candid and humorous post on Instagram about his struggles with aging and eyesight. The good news is some glasses will help the Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer […]

In the summer of 2011, Chris Paul was destined to a trade from New Orleans to Hollywood. The only thing nobody knew was whether he’d start the season as the point guard of the LA Lakers or Clippers.  While the Clippers eventually won the CP3 sweepstakes (thanks to former commissioner David Stern’s intervention), it makes […]

NBA fans and media members are still coping with the news of ESPN Senior Insider Adrian Wojnarowski’s retirement from the reporting industry. Wojnarowski, known for his trusted reporting on NBA news and “Woj bombs” is leaving behind his X (formerly Twitter) endeavors to be the GM of the St. Bonaventure men’s basketball team. However, Wojnarowski […]

On Sunday, Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley sounded the Gjallarhorn, energizing the crowd and marking the start of the Minnesota Vikings’ Week 2 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers. While Conley was in Minneapolis for the Vikings game, burglars targeted his west-metro home, police reported on Wednesday. Mike Conley’s house being burglarized According to a […]

Nikola Jokic and Luka Doncic have both shattered the stereotype of the “soft European”. They might not be the most athletic professional basketball players on the planet, but they have more than made up for it with their top-tier basketball IQ, incredible touch from all scoring levels, as well as their ball skills that make […]

As of the 2023-24 NBA season, the Los Angeles Lakers’ starting lineup currently consists of LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Austin Reaves, D’Angelo Russell, and Rui Hachimura. However, the lineup could change heading into the 2024-25 season after the training camp results. This will all depend on what the new set of talent could show during […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are relatively intact coming off their Western Conference Finals appearance, minus the departure of Kyle Anderson to the Golden State Warriors. However, the team still felt the need to add shooting depth to their training camp roster, so the Timberwolves signed former college sharpshooter Jaedon LeDee to an Exhibit 10 deal. The […]

Many big men throughout NBA history have struggled to play a long and productive career in the league. For example, the 7-foot-6 Yao Ming played only eight seasons for the Houston Rockets before injuries forced him to retire. The same thing happened to Ralph Sampson. Now, ex-Golden State Warriors big man Paul Mokeski issued a […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have become notorious for consistently popping up on the trade rumors. In recent memory, many believed that players like Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, or Trae Young would end up suiting up for the Purple and Gold. However, these deals never came to fruition. But that doesn’t mean it’s no longer possible […]

Two NBA stars have joined forces on the sneaker front as Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry recently welcomed Sacramento Kings’ De’Aaron Fox as the first signature athlete under his Curry Brand derivative of Under Armour. Recently unveiling the newest signature sneaker for De’Aaron Fox, fans got a closer look at the Curry Fox 1 as […]

After former NBA center Boban Marjanovic signed overseas with the Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul team, another shocking post was sent. Marjanovic received many comments about his physique on Tuesday, through his Instagram account. Some people even went as far as to say he looks like the Disney character, “Wreck-it Ralph.” The comparisons are certainly there, as […]

On Wednesday, the NBA world was shocked when ESPN Senior Insider Adrian Wojnarowski announced his retirement from the news industry. Wojnarowski had been with the media outlet since 2017 but decided to change paths and become the GM of the St. Bonaventure men’s basketball program. However, there is a chance Wojnarowski could retain a small […]

While fans finalize their record predictions for the Oklahoma City Thunder, they have been mentioned as possible NBA champions by NFL insider Adam Schefter. While he was on the show “NBA Today,” he predicted the Thunder to win the championship and made a joke saying if it comes true, he will take over Adrian Wojnarowski’s […]

Adrian Wojnarowski just wrapped up a career as one of the most influential sports journalists of all time. The ESPN Senior NBA Insider has decided to retire from reporting on basketball as he takes on a new gig as the general manager of the men’s basketball program at St. Bonaventure. Wojnarowski, or Woj for short, […]

It seems that Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving is enjoying himself in the 2024 offseason. Irving was recently spotted walking shirtless through the streets of China, with fans of the Mavericks star bombarding him with autograph and picture requests. (via Kyrie Center on X, formerly Twitter). https://x.com/ClutchPoints/status/1836401349665145065 NBA players are currently enjoying the last couple […]

NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski announced his retirement from ESPN on Wednesday. The well-known sports journalist is set to become the general manager for the men’s basketball program at St. Bonaventure. NFL insider Adam Schefter, who knows Wojnarowski given their time together at ESPN, addressed the retirement decision, via NBA on ESPN. “I always would say […]

The Philadelphia 76ers’ arena saga appears to be coming to an end soon. Mayor Cherelle Parker announced that the city has come to an agreement with the team on a new arena, pending legislative approval from the Philadelphia City Council. As rumors swirled that the Sixers would entertain the possibility of relocating to Camden, New […]

There are several staples of the NBA offseason: the draft, free agency, summer league, and… the Ben Simmons social media hype train. The Brooklyn Nets point guard has failed to regain his All-Star form since his messy exit from the Philadelphia 76ers, appearing in just 57 of 254 total games over the last three seasons. […]

When NBA players enter their prime, some fear that the other shoe will drop, leading to an inevitable decline. In the latest episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast, host Bill Simmons shared his concerns about Philadelphia 76ers superstar Joel Embiid. To Simmons, Embiid’s drop-off might be similar to former superstar Blake Griffin, who last played […]

The Dallas Mavericks are hoping that their move to acquire Klay Thompson will help the franchise win its first championship since 2011. Thompson, a four-time champion, has championship aspirations with the Mavs. The hype is exciting but can Thompson and the Mavericks live up to the high expectations? Dallas features a talented roster. They project […]

There is no doubt that the sports world was shocked when NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski announced his retirement from ESPN and the media space to be the general manager of St. Bonaventure’s basketball program. As Wojnarowski is getting farewells by colleagues like Stephen A. Smith, one aspect people could be asking about is the money […]

On Wednesday morning, ESPN NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski shocked the sports world by announcing that he would be leaving the program after a career that spanned multiple decades. Wojnarowski has established himself as the number one source for breaking news in the NBA over the years, being the first to report some of the biggest […]