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Former New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony was one of the greatest scorers in NBA history. Anthony’s son, Kiyan, has picked up a few pointers from the NBA legend, given his outstanding performance at the 2024 Nike EYBL Peach Jam competition. Kiyan Anthony scored 40 points, going 15 of 19 from the field and 5-for-6 […]

As things presently stand, Utah Jazz point guard Kris Dunn is a free agent. Sure, it’s been reported that he signed a new deal with the Los Angeles Clippers or at least plans to land in LA via a sign-and-trade at some point in the not-too-distant future, but technically, he remains a free agent, with […]

The New York Knicks are adding so many wings this summer that they might as well get sponsored by Red Bull. After adding Mikal Bridges and re-signing OG Anunoby, the Blue and Orange snagged another backup for Jalen Brunson on Monday. The Knicks signed former Philadelphia 76er Cameron Payne, via The Athletic’s Shams Charania. “Free […]

Cam Johnson has never played an NBA season without Mikal Bridges as a teammate. That will change in 2024-25, as the duo was abruptly split when the Brooklyn Nets shocked the NBA by trading Bridges to the New York Knicks. After the Phoenix Suns selected the pair of wings in the first round of back-to-back […]

ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has managed to tick off a lot of people in his long sports media career. The latest person to get upset? Brooklyn Nets forward Ben Simmons’ agent, Bernie Lee. Lee has taken offense after Smith said during an appearance on “The OGs Show” podcast that the only injury he has […]

In a shocking development in the sports media landscape, Skip Bayless is leaving his role as co-host of “Undisputed” at FS1 after eight years, per Ryan Glasspiegel of The New York Post. His final show will be later this summer. The show airs at 9:30 a.m. on weekday mornings. It is the second consecutive summer […]

Though he ended up playing in just three games during NBA Summer League competitions, San Antonio Spurs rookie Stephon Castle wrapped up play with a better feeling than when he started competition at the professional level. “I have a lot of confidence in myself in that way and I feel like our team and our […]

The Washington Wizards have had an exciting offseason this summer, adding second-overall draft pick Alex Sarr and free-agent Jonas Valunciunas to bolster the frontcourt. However, waiving shooting guard Landry Shamet was an ill-advised move that weakened the backcourt depth for no good reason. Shamet is now being looked at by several different squads, via HoopsHype’s […]

The Utah Jazz currently are the team to watch during free agency in the NBA. They have held trade talks around the league up as teams wait for what they do with All-Star forward Lauri Markkanen. Markkanen has been made available by the Jazz, but for a hefty asking price. With those talks at the […]

It’s safe to say that basketball players switching allegiances internationally isn’t as common compared to soccer. However, in rare cases, they do happen. In fact, the Dallas Mavericks’ latest acquisition Klay Thompson recently teased the idea of playing for Bahamas in its quest to qualify for the Olympics despite having won medals with Team USA […]

The United States was filled with shock on Saturday after former President Donald Trump was shot during his Butler, Pa., campaign rally. Trump received minor injuries and is on the road to recovery. Several athletes, including Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry and New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson, reacted to the shooting shortly after […]

When it comes to signing outside talent in free agency, the Indiana Pacers weren’t particularly active earlier this month, landing just one external player, James Wiseman, on a two-year contract worth $4.78 million. The former second-overall pick of the Golden State Warriors out of Memphis, Wiseman bounced from the NBA to the G-League and back […]

Team USA fans are not panicking, but many of them are at least somewhat concerned after seeing the Americans struggle in the second half of Monday’s exhibition game versus Australia. With a loaded roster that contains a scary mix of guards, wings and big men, they were expected to cruise in this Paris Olympics tune-up. […]

The 2023-24 season was a lost season for the Milwaukee Bucks. Between coaching changes, injuries to their star players, and inconsistent play, Milwaukee could never find its footing. Hopefully, a full offseason with Damian Lillard and head coach Doc Rivers in tow can help the Bucks gain the consistency they were sorely lacking next season. […]

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James has not gotten off to the best start in his NBA career. After being selected at No. 55 overall in the 2024 NBA Draft, the son of LeBron James has struggled at the Summer League. His offense has struggled a lot since coming to the NBA, and fans and […]

On the latest edition of ‘Podcast P With Paul George‘ presented by Wave Sports + Entertainment, Paul George spoke with Philly rapper Lil Dicky about how he helped convince him to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers. Here’s how the conversation went down, and housing prices were apparently key in sending George to the 76ers: Paul […]

There was once a time when the Chicago Bulls were the class of the Eastern Conference. For a decade, in fact, no team in the East won more games than the Chicago Bulls. Led by a roster with a league MVP, multiple All-Defensive Team candidates, and an NBA Coach of the Year, the Bulls consistently […]

The 2024 Team USA squad is continuing its preparations for the Summer Olympics. Team USA took on Australia in a heated scrimmage on Monday. The game came down to the final minutes, but Team USA won 98-92. Los Angeles Lakers and longtime Olympic star LeBron James gave an instant and blunt reaction to the close […]

The Dallas Mavericks’ acquisition of Klay Thompson has been the highlight of the team’s offseason. The initial expectation was that Thompson would start for Dallas, but there was still some uncertainty about the situation. NBA insider Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium shut down any uncertainty during his latest appearance on The Pat McAfee […]

Bronny James is already one of the most scrutinized athletes in the country, and he is only going to attract more attention when the 2024-25 NBA season begins this October. The Los Angeles Lakers rookie will be burdened with pressure and constant questioning, but for now, James is tackling something a little more light-hearted. The […]

The Memphis Grizzlies could be trying to part ways with a former lottery pick. The Grizzlies have been discussing deals to move forward Ziaire Williams, per Shams Charania of The Athletic. Williams, the 10th overall pick in 2021, has spent his first three seasons with the Grizzlies. That stretch has been loaded with injuries and […]

The most popular basketball sneaker of the year is back once again as Adidas continues to market Minnesota Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards as the face of their brand. After a number of releases slated for the upcoming year, including new colorways for the 2024 Paris Olympics, Adidas will dig deep into their color palettes to release […]

In a recent appearance on the “This League Uncut” podcast, Chicago Bulls rookie Matas Buzelis addressed the dissolution of the G League Ignite program, of which he was a product, pushing back on the notion that the program folded primarily due to the changing landscape of college basketball and the influence of Name, Image, and […]

In a notable and somewhat surprising move, New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson has taken a substantial pay cut in his recent contract extension, leaving tens of millions on the table. This decision, analyzed in-depth by NBA insider Brian Windhorst on the Hoop Collective podcast, highlights the risks and potential lessons for Brunson as he […]

After a disappointing 2023-24 campaign, the Milwaukee Bucks have been hard at work when it comes to beefing up their roster for the upcoming season. While they did lose Malik Beasley to the Detroit Pistons in free agency, they managed to bring in Taurean Prince and Delon Wright to help replace him. For the most […]

In a recent development that has caught the attention of Miami Heat fans and NBA analysts alike, the team’s general manager, Andy Elisburg, has provided some eye-opening comments regarding Jimmy Butler’s contract situation. Speaking on SiriusXM, Elisburg echoed sentiments previously expressed by team president Pat Riley, emphasizing a strategic approach to Butler’s contract extension and […]

After a flurry of moves this NBA offseason, Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen is now the biggest name being thrown around in trade rumors. The Golden State Warriors have aggressively pursued him, but what will it take to get the 2022-23 Most Improved Player in a Dubs uniform? The Warriors like Markkanen, but not for […]

In a recent interview, Chicago Bulls Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations, Artūras Karnišovas, offered some revealing insights into the team’s expectations for star player Zach LaVine amid ongoing trade rumors and the franchise’s broader strategic adjustments. As the Bulls navigate a critical offseason marked by significant roster changes, Karnišovas’s comments shed light on the […]

The Chicago Bulls didn’t exactly please their fans with the way they have conducted their offseason to this point. Their reluctance in selling their veterans at peak value cost them dearly, with the Bulls trading away Alex Caruso for Josh Giddey straight up while losing DeMar DeRozan for two second-round picks in a sign-and-trade. The […]

Sneakerheads everywhere will be rejoicing once again as a classic Air Jordan retro sneaker is returning sometime next year. 2025 is shaping up to be one of the biggest years in Jordan Brand’s history as they announce a multitude of highly-anticipated releases and retro updates to their fan-favorite models. Last retroed in 2015, the Air […]

As the Memphis Grizzlies navigate the final stretch of the 2024 NBA free agency period, they find themselves at a pivotal juncture. They are fresh off a rather disappointing season where they had to play through major injuries. Still, the Grizzlies are poised to make strategic moves that could cement their status as serious contenders […]

San Antonio Spurs legendary coach Gregg Popovich opened up about several of his players – three of them new and one who could be in for an important role – during an ESPN interview for a Spurs Summer League game over the weekend. In talking about Chris Paul, last year’s second round draft pick Sidy […]

Stephon Castle’s 2024 Summer League is over. The organization announced the decision prior to Sunday night’s game versus the Atlanta Hawks. It’s a move that comes with precaution after the San Antonio Spurs’ first-round pick sprained his right wrist on Saturday against the Portland Trail Blazers. It’s believed to be a minor injury, but the […]

We all thought Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green would all play together until their retirement. The trio achieved the extremely unique accomplishment of building a dynasty with the team that originally drafted them, and it seemed like nothing could disrupt their bond. Draymond Green has been with the Warriors and teammates with Stephen […]

San Antonio Spurs Coach Gregg Popovich sat court side with Chris Paul during a Summer League game over the weekend. It reinforces that the two NBA legends are now on the same side after a couple of epic playoff battles in their past. From Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant, to Steve Nash, to Dirk Nowitzki, […]

The San Antonio Spurs have always been a franchise defined by their strategic moves and a clear vision for the future. As we dive into the 2024 NBA free agency period, the Spurs have already made significant strides, but the journey is far from over. With a promising young core and a few smart acquisitions, […]

The in-season tournament has a new name, but the stakes are still just as high. During the annual Las Vegas NBA Summer League, the league revealed the six groups for the Emirates NBA Cup, with the Cleveland Cavaliers placed into East Group C alongside the reigning NBA champion Boston Celtics, Chicago Bulls, Atlanta Hawks, and […]

In his first two NBA summer-league appearances, rookie guard Reed Sheppard has dazzled for the Houston Rockets. Recently, Atlanta Hawks standout Trae Young shared a post on social media praising Sheppard’s performance. “Reed Sheppard nice y’all,” said Young in X(formerly Twitter). Reed Sheppard nice y’all !! — Trae Young (@TheTraeYoung) July 14, 2024 Sheppard only […]

The Philadelphia 76ers were one of the most active and aggressive teams this offseason on the NBA free agency front. Hoping to build a championship contender around Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, the 76ers added and re-signed several quality free agents highlighted by the blockbuster acquisition of Paul George. But the 76ers had a solid […]