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As the Indiana Pacers prepare for a must-win Game 6 of the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder, former NBA All-Star Jeff Teague offered a critical assessment of Tyrese Haliburton’s offensive tendencies, raising questions about the All-NBA guard’s predictability on the court. On a recent episode of The Club 520 Podcast, Teague broke down […]

Memphis Mayor Paul Young released a statement on Tuesday night weighing in on Stephen A. Smith’s comments about the city of Memphis amid speculation about a possible Ja Morant trade. In a segment on if the Grizzlies should move on from Morant, Smith spoke about how the alleged crime in the city makes it not an attractive […]

INDIANAPOLIS — When it comes to Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault preparing to potentially face the Indiana Pacers with or without Tyrese Haliburton, he’s preparing for all of the above. After news of Haliburton’s calf injury broke ahead of Game 6, Tyrese is considered a game-time decision for Thursday’s do-or-die matchup for Indiana. […]

The Detroit Pistons in recent years have been fixtures in selecting in the first round of draft night. But this year, the franchise won’t be enjoying the same privilege, as they will be selecting in the second round with the 37th overall pick. As a result, they will have to find a potential diamond in […]

The Indiana Pacers are in a win-or-go-home situation when Game 6 arrives against the Oklahoma City Thunder, and they’re going to have to play the best they can to stay alive. Unfortunately, the status of Tyrese Haliburton is up in the air, as he’s currently dealing with a calf strain. It was obvious that the […]

The Giannis Antetokounmpo trade talks have quieted down in recent weeks, and it’s now appearing increasingly likely that the superstar will spend at least another season with the Milwaukee Bucks despite their recent struggles. The Bucks are facing the prospect of a 2025-26 season without Damian Lillard in the lineup due to a torn Achilles, […]

As the Los Angeles Lakers continue to explore options for upgrading their front court, another Utah Jazz big man has reportedly entered the conversation alongside Walker Kessler. According to Locked On Jazz contributor Andy Larsen, the Lakers have also discussed forward John Collins as a potential trade target. “The Lakers-John Collins has been a conversation […]

There is arguably no NBA team that is worse at drafting and that makes more poor draft day decisions than the Sacramento Kings. The team’s history is full of draft busts, and although they had more success as a franchise when they were called the Rochester Royals, Cincinnati Royals, Kansas City-Omaha Royals, or Kansas City […]

A feud between LeBron James and ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith has seemingly been ongoing for years. However, the famed sports analyst recently opened up and revealed his true feelings toward the Los Angeles Lakers star. In an interview with Danyel Smith at the Rolling Stone, the 57-year-old sports analyst admits that he does not like […]

The 2025 offseason is possibly the most important summer in decades for the Milwaukee Bucks, who, after another first-round playoff exit, have a predicament with superstar centerpiece Giannis Antetokounmpo. Antetokounmpo, who the Bucks drafted in 2013, has been with the franchise through the highs and lows of the past 12 years, including a 15-67 rookie […]

Ever since the Boston Celtics fell to the New York Knicks in the second round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs, trade rumors have circulated around this team. A major reason is because of the brutal injury to superstar Jayson Tatum. Tatum is set to miss a majority, if not the entire 2025-26 season, as he […]

Recently, it was reported by NBA inside Marc Stein that the Chicago Bulls were working on a contract extension with head coach Billy Donovan. This occurred amid reported interest in Donovan from the New York Knicks, who were swiftly denied by Chicago, per Shams Charania of ESPN. Now, it appears that the Bulls aren’t just […]

The NBA Draft is right around the corner, and the rumor mill is buzzing with speculation around former Rutgers star Ace Bailey. He’s set to visit with the Philadelphia 76ers soon, and one scout makes the case why some teams might want to ignore the rumored red flags. Initial buzz around the 18-year-old forward is […]

The Milwaukee Bucks are reeling after a second straight playoff exit. With Giannis Antetokounmpo rumored to be growing impatient, it seems like the Bucks have to move heaven and earth to keep their two-time NBA MVP happy. However, it’s not promising that they will only have the 47th overall pick to upgrade their roster through […]

The Phoenix Suns are widely expected to trade star small forward Kevin Durant at some point in the next few weeks, with the Houston Rockets, Miami Heat, and San Antonio Spurs reported as potential landing spots. While many have speculated that Durant might fit best with the Minnesota Timberwolves, the star reportedly has no interest […]

With the Indiana Pacers facing elimination in the 2024–25 NBA Finals, star guard Tyrese Haliburton was seen on the court with his teammates Wednesday during a light practice session at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. In a video posted by Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files, Haliburton was shown taking midrange jumpers near the elbow. His participation comes less […]

The Indiana Pacers are currently gearing up for Game 6 of the NBA Finals vs the Oklahoma City Thunder, where they will try to stave off elimination and force a Game 7. The Pacers have endured two rough fourth quarters in a row to go down 3-2 in this series despite playing improved basketball for […]

We are just about one week away from the 2025 NBA Draft, where the Dallas Mavericks will begin by taking Cooper Flagg out of Duke University. The San Antonio Spurs pick second, and will likely take guard Dylan Harper out of Rutgers. The real start of the draft will begin with the third overall pick, […]

In a long and winding search for their new head coach, the New York Knicks have been consistently linked with Dallas Mavericks’ Jason Kidd. New York previously fired Tom Thibodeau despite reaching what was their first Conference Finals in 25 years. Despite reaching the playoffs four times out of five, the front office decided to […]

The Memphis Grizzlies have made the headlines over the past few days after making a trade to send Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic. A day after the trade, Stephen A. Smith wanted to discuss why he thinks no players wanted to be in Memphis, citing how it might not be the safest environment. That […]

The Dallas Mavericks won the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery and are expected to select Cooper Flagg out of Duke with the first overall pick. During an appearance on Bill Simmons’ podcast, Flagg’s former Duke teammate, Kon Knueppel, discussed Flagg’s potential fit alongside Anthony Davis. “It will be weird, I don’t know who’s going to guard, […]

As the 2025 NBA Finals near a potential conclusion Thursday night with Game 6, trade rumors surrounding Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant continue to intensify. One of the latest developments involves the Minnesota Timberwolves, who are reportedly taking a firm stance in discussions with Phoenix. According to Sam Amick of The Athletic, Minnesota is unwilling […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers don’t exactly have a rich history. However, they turned things around after the arrival of LeBron James followed by the current era that has propelled the franchise back to relevancy. After a disappointing second-round exit at the hands of the Indiana Pacers, the Cavs will look forward to the offseason to make […]

As the NBA Finals near a possible conclusion with Game 6 set for Thursday night, ESPN’s Zach Kram proposed a bold four-team trade that would send two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Golden State Warriors and four-time NBA champion Draymond Green to the Los Angeles Lakers. The hypothetical deal, designed to reshape the competitive landscape, […]

LeBron James helping lead Team USA to a gold medal in the 2024 Paris Olympics alongside Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry was one of the most memorable moments not just in USA Basketball history but his career. Out of everything the Los Angeles Lakers superstar has accomplished, winning this gold medal alongside two of his […]

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray recently revealed a deeply personal story involving former San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich, highlighting the Hall of Famer’s impact beyond basketball. During his appearance on The Pivot Podcast, Murray shared that Popovich once tried to relocate his mother to San Antonio after she was shot during his […]

No NBA team has had worse injury luck throughout their existence than the Portland Trail Blazers. The team has somewhat frequently drafted near the top of the draft, but they’ve regularly selected some of the biggest draft busts in NBA history. Even now, 2023 third-overall pick Scoot Henderson has been looked at as a draft […]

The Houston Rockets cemented themselves as one of the up-and-coming teams in the NBA after placing second in the Western Conference with a 52-win season. Unfortunately, their playoff hopes quickly died off after the Golden State Warriors eliminated the Rockets in the first round. On the bright side, they have the option to make some […]

Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton has been battling an injury throughout the 2025 NBA Finals. Although he played 34 minutes in the Pacers’ Game 5 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night, the star point guard scored just four points, failing to make a shot due to his ailing calf. Following Monday’s loss, […]

The Phoenix Suns are still searching for the perfect trade offer for Kevin Durant, as teams are lining up to acquire the star. Though Durant listed some teams that may be interested in him, the Suns are still doing their due diligence and trying to find the best offer that they like. It doesn’t seem […]

The regrouping Memphis Grizzlies hit an obvious crossroads after a disappointing, injury-riddled season, per EVP Zach Kleiman’s exit interview. Taylor Jenkins did not survive the 82-game gauntlet and the first aggressive move to elevate the team back into Western Conference contention was sending Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, and multiple first-round […]

Former LA Lakers star Lamar Odom posted a heartfelt tribute for Kobe Bryant on the eve of what is the 15th anniversary of the purple and gold’s 2010 NBA championship. Led by the late Kobe Bryant and 6-time All-Star Pau Gasol, the Lakers defeated a stacked Boston Celtics lineup featuring the likes of Ray Allen, […]

The 2025 NBA draft is still eight days away, but Cooper Flagg is already in Dallas for his scheduled pre-draft visit. The Duke graduate is expected to be picked by the Dallas Mavericks after Nico Harrison’s team won the draft lottery despite only having a 1.8% chance of securing the number one pick. Dallas had […]

From a refugee camp in Uganda to the bright lights of Duke and now the doorstep of the NBA, Khaman Maluach’s story is one of resilience, structure, and opportunity. As the 2025 NBA Draft approaches, the 7-foot-2 South Sudanese center is drawing attention not just for his athleticism and shot-blocking but for the foundation that […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams were both selected by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2022 NBA Draft. Holmgren, the second overall pick, has grown close to his draft classmate over the past three seasons. Williams’ historic 40-point performance in Game 5 pushed the Thunder an inch closer to winning a title. […]

The 2024-25 season did not go according to plan for the Atlanta Hawks. It was a disappointing end to the year for them, as they ended up missing the playoffs entirely after suffering two defeats in the play-in tournament. The Hawks made a name for themselves as the league’s giant slayer this past season, only […]

The Memphis Grizzlies, after three straight disappointing seasons, decided to pivot, trading away Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic for a package consisting of four first-round picks, a pick swap, Cole Anthony, and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope. This was a gigantic return for someone who hasn’t yet made an All-Star team, and affords the Grizzlies an opportunity […]

Many were wondering as to whether or not there would be wholesale changes for the Memphis Grizzlies after falling short of their lofty goals yet again during the 2024-25 season. It looked as though they were on their way to becoming a championship-caliber team after making it to the second round in 2022, but since […]

Desmond Bane made his message clear in his first appearance as a member of the Orlando Magic. Just days after the blockbuster Father’s Day trade that sent him from Memphis to Orlando, Bane addressed the media Tuesday and summed up the goal in one sentence: “It’s time to win… it’s pretty much simple as that.” […]