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After what initially appeared like a lock, Paul George and the Los Angeles Clippers do not appear to be on track to agree to a contract extension before the June 29th deadline. George, who has a player option worth $48.7 million for the 2024-25 season, is expected to be the first domino that everyone awaits […]

NBA free agency is rapidly approaching and the Phoenix Suns have a couple of decisions to make regarding their roster. One key player for the Suns who is set to hit free agency is Royce O’Neale. But he might not get a chance to hit the open market once Sunday evening rolls around. Royce O’Neale […]

The Boston Celtics won their 18th NBA championship slightly more than a week ago after dominating the NBA during the regular season and putting on one of the best performances in league postseason history. Celtics president Brad Stevens on the Pacers (via @PatMcAfeeShow): "The Pacers were really good. We could've come back to Boston down […]

When someone signs on to lead a high-profile franchise that is desperately trying to stay in title contention in an absurdly loaded conference, they will be faced with a myriad of questions and constant media scrutiny. That is what awaits new Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick in his first season at the helm. […]

Rivalries prior to entering the NBA Draft are nothing new. Magic Johnson and Larry Bird had a thing going prior to even making it to the association. But, it is rare that two people who rarely meet each other on the court blast each other off it. This is exactly the situation from NBA G […]

John Wall has not played in the NBA since the 2022-2023 season with the Los Angeles Clippers, but that doesn’t mean he’s ready to hang up the sneakers just yet. Recently, Wall got real on the urge he’s been feeling to join the world’s preeminent hoops league for the first time in nearly two years, […]

The Dallas Mavericks are rumored to be interested in trading Tim Hardaway Jr. A suitor has emerged, as NBA insider Marc Stein reports that the Detroit Pistons are considered a “potential trade destination” for the veteran guard. Details of discussions about the trade are mostly unknown at the moment. But Pistons guard Quentin Grimes has […]

On Monday afternoon, the Los Angeles Lakers officially introduced JJ Redick as the franchise’s next head coach in front of a sea of reporters at the team’s practice facility. Rumors have been swirling for weeks now that Redick and the Lakers had mutual interest, and now that the former NBA sharpshooter is done commentating the […]

What is going to happen with Klay Thompson? This is the question everyone is asking pertaining to the Golden State Warriors this offseason, as the future Hall of Fame sharpshooter is less than a week away from being an unrestricted free agent that can sign with any of the other 29 teams around the league […]

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla reiterated throughout the 2023-24 season that it’s hard to tell how a game will pan out, and that his players should always manage expectations. “You can’t have any expectations as to how you think this game is going to go,” Mazzulla told his guys prior to a comeback victory […]

In a groundbreaking move, per Shams Charania, the New Orleans Pelicans have elevated Swin Cash to the position of Senior Vice President of Basketball Operations. This promotion not only underscores Cash’s exceptional contributions to the organization but also marks a significant milestone in the NBA’s ongoing efforts to diversify its leadership. As a former WNBA […]

In a revealing conversation on The Pivot Podcast, Rich Paul, the high-profile sports agent known for representing some of the NBA’s biggest stars, shared a candid discussion he had with his client Draymond Green following Green’s recent suspension. The dialogue highlights the unique relationship between the two and underscores the serious implications of Green’s actions […]

The New York Knicks are in unfamiliar territory heading into the 2024 NBA Draft. They are dangerously close to becoming a legitimate title contender. Therefore, this year’s draft is of the upmost importance. And while New York has two first-round picks and one second-round pick, none are higher than 24th overall. So, the Knicks will probably […]

Last week, Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics was somewhat overshadowed by a bizarrely timed postgame announcement from NBA TV analyst Charles Barkley, who took the station’s postgame show to announce that he would be stepping away from television at the conclusion of next year’s 2024-25 season. […]

In a surprising move, the Chicago Bulls recently traded for Oklahoma City Thunder’s young guard Josh Giddey, leaving NBA fans and analysts alike speculating about the team’s future plans. This trade, which saw defensive stalwart Alex Caruso head to Oklahoma, raises several questions about the Bulls’ strategy and the roles of key players like Zach […]

Unless the Dallas Mavericks make a trade before the NBA Draft, their only selection this year will be No. 58 overall. Sure, the No. 58 pick will not receive much attention. That does not mean it should be overlooked, though. Perhaps the Mavs will find a diamond in the rough. Bronny James has been rumored […]

With just one day until the 2024 NBA Draft, there are still a lot of unknowns that could reshape the league as we know it. Aside from the possibility of big names being on the move during and after the draft, there is still no clarity at the top of the NBA Draft Big Board […]

During Wednesday evening’s NBA Draft, the San Antonio Spurs’ brass will look to add another young cornerstone to their franchise after what was one of the greatest rookie seasons in NBA history by last year’s number one overall draft pick Victor Wembanyama during the 2023-24 season. While the Spurs’ roster as a whole clearly still […]

The Portland Trail Blazers are one of the more intriguing teams in this week’s NBA Draft, owning four picks – including a pair of lottery selections. The Blazers are deep into a rebuild and have a variety of needs. While Portland could go in multiple directions on draft night, here are some last-minute bold predictions […]

Last week, Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics finally broke through to raise their first Larry O’Brien trophy in the last 16 seasons with a resounding victory in Game 5 over Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks, winning the Finals in front of the TD Garden fans on the 16 year anniversary of doing the […]

Last week, Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics finally broke through to hoist their first Larry O’Brien trophy in the last 16 seasons with a huge win in Game 5 over Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks, winning the Finals at home in front of the TD Garden crowd on the 16 year anniversary of […]

While NBA players often spend most of their time training and playing basketball, that hasn’t stopped them from finding love when they’re off the courts. In fact, being in a relationship is one of the best ways to have a solid support system through the ups and downs of the grueling NBA season. Although some […]

Kristaps Porzingis and the Boston Celtics are still in party mode after claiming the franchise’s 18th banner following a five-game series victory in the 2024 NBA Finals against his former team, the Dallas Mavericks. But Porzingis will soon be going under the knife to repair a lower-body injury he suffered during the Mavs series, as […]

With the draft just around the corner, there are still question marks around who will be the number one pick in the NBA Draft. This causes more uncertainty for the other teams that are picking after the Atlanta Hawks like the Charlotte Hornets and everybody else. There’s no telling who will fall into Charlotte’s lap. […]

The Houston Rockets took a jump in the 2023 season, finishing at 41-41. While the Rockets improved, their .500 record wasn’t good enough to earn a spot in the play-in tournament. Houston could be active in the trade market to bolster their roster. The Rockets have a great young nucleus on their roster, surrounded by […]

Where Paul George will end up is likely the most interesting question entering the NBA offseason. While LeBron James could stunningly leave the Los Angeles Lakers, it seems the most plausible that James will stay in purple and gold. But the other L.A. team, the Clippers, may look different when they open up the 2024-25 […]

The Brooklyn Nets do not own a pick in this week’s draft, but they’re hoping to change that with the first selection one day away. With both of their selections (No. 3 to Houston and No. 39 to Memphis) out the door as part of the 2021 James Harden trade, Brooklyn has been active in […]

The 2024 NBA Draft is just hours away and the Los Angeles Lakers have some decisions to make. Do they draft some promising youngsters with their two first-round picks to help safeguard their future? Or do they use the pick to go all-in on winning now? The latest rumor is that Lakers superstars LeBron James […]

Mikal Bridges continues to draw plenty of interest on the trade market even though reports have come out stating that the Brooklyn Nets see him as a foundational star. Teams continue to call the Nets’ bluff as they try to entice them into giving Bridges up so that they could recoup some assets following a […]

For years, it looked like the big man was going out of style. As spacing increased, so did the popularity of small ball lineups. Luckily for centers, the position has been revitalized, as it is once again viewed at as a franchise cornerstone. Nikola Jokic just won his third MVP award, and Joel Embiid won […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have officially hired JJ Redick as their new head coach, solving one of the bigger issues facing the team heading into the offseason. But now the attention shifts to the team’s roster and specifically, what will happen with LeBron James. James, who hosted a podcast with his new head coach this […]

Now that the Los Angeles Lakers have their coaching vacancy squared away, they can turn their full attention to the upcoming draft and filling out their roster. The roster for rookie head coach JJ Redick will have to be a very good one in order for the Lakers to compete with the best of the […]

Many former Los Angeles Clippers players have shared their opinions on FX’s new show Clipped. Chris Paul said some things did not happen that were included in the show. Jamal Crawford and JJ Redick also recently reacted to the new show. DeAndre Jordan has yet to watch Clipped, however. Jordan began his NBA career with […]

It is almost guaranteed that the Houston Rockets become one of the teams with the most eventful 2024 offseason. Sensing that their rebuilding project is about to take off, they are looking to add the missing pieces that will help establish them as a legitimate playoff team in the Western Conference. And it seems as […]

The Golden State Warriors’ status as a model of consistency in the NBA could take a hit if Klay Thompson leaves in free agency. Seeing one of their stars on another team would officially mark the beginning of the end for one of basketball’s best teams. Thompson has been with the Warriors for 13 years […]

Legitimate interest or a head fake? With the NBA Draft on the doorstep, the San Antonio Spurs have an increasing interest in getting to know more about Donovan Clingan according to a report headlined by ESPN’s Jonathan’s Givony and Jeremy Woo. For all the players linked to the Black and Silver as they look to […]

We’ve got the NBA 2K24 2KTV Episode 42 Answers to help players receive some much needed VC. For newcomers, NBA 2KTV is a weekly in-game program hosted by Alexis Morgan and Chris Manning. The show features a wide variety of content from fan highlights to real player interviews. However, we know most people watch the […]

One of the current storylines surrounding the Golden State Warriors focuses on Klay Thompson’s extension talks. The sharpshooter is set to become a free agent on July 1, and there’s been no news of a deal yet. Mike Dunleavy Jr.’s latest update doesn’t say much as well. “We’re hopeful, but we’ll see,” Dunleavy said. “We […]

NBA free agency will begin at 6 p.m. ET on Sunday, June 30. Teams can negotiate with free agents but cannot start signing until 12:01 p.m. ET on Saturday, July 6. Already, rumors are emerging regarding certain teams and players and, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic/Stadium, The Utah Jazz and Detroit Pistons are […]