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The first year of his NBA experience was an eye-opener for former EuroLeague MVP and current Sacramento Kings power forward Sasha Vezenkov. He immediately realized how different things go and work in the NBA both on and off the court. “In the NBA with all the trips, my first season was crazy,” Vezenkov said during […]

NBA free agency kicks off on June 30 and Klay Thompson’s status is still up in the air. There’s been rumors that the Golden State Warriors have not offered him a contract. However, this new report suggests the star shooting guard could reunite with Golden State this offseason. There has been buzz that Thompson and […]

Ja Morant, the Memphis Grizzlies’ electrifying star, has been eagerly awaiting his return to full health following a challenging period marred by injuries and suspensions. As he continues to rehab from a shoulder injury, Morant provided a candid update on his health status and reflected on his role within the Grizzlies and his connection with […]

In a landscape where trades and free agency often dominate the NBA off-season, rumors involving high-profile players can quickly capture the imagination of fans and analysts alike. One such player currently at the center of trade speculation is Zach LaVine, the 29-year-old swingman for the Chicago Bulls. As LaVine enters the third year of his […]

For a majority of the NBA, the offseason entails landing a new star player or upgrading through the draft. For the Boston Celtics, who are fresh off winning their 18th championship after prevailing over the Dallas Mavericks in five games in the 2024 NBA Finals, this summer is more about maintenance than splashy moves. Since […]

Klay Thompson has spent his entire career with the Golden State Warriors. That may change soon as rumors continue to swirl about uncertainty regarding a possible contract between Thompson and the Warriors. As a result, the chances of Thompson leaving in NBA free agency are seemingly becoming increasingly likely, Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports. […]

Kevon Looney, a pivotal member of the Golden State Warriors, has been at the center of recent NBA rumors concerning his future with the Warriors. Drafted in 2015, Looney has been an integral part of the Warriors’ success over nearly a decade. Despite the recent exit buzz, it appears that Looney’s tenure with the Warriors […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have made a significant move in their coaching staff by hiring former NBA sharpshooter JJ Redick as their head coach. This decision has garnered attention and excitement from fans and players alike. Lakers star Austin Reaves, a key player and Arkansas native, has shared his thoughts on this new addition, expressing […]

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama is coming off an incredible debut NBA season. The 7’4″ center won the Rookie of the Year Award after his stout two-way showing. Moreover, Wembanyama was one of the most highly-touted NBA Draft prospects of all time, and he received a jaw-dropping take from 2024 elite Alex Sarr. Like […]

On June 22, 2023, one of the most highly anticipated prospects in the history of the sport officially entered the NBA and joined the San Antonio Spurs. Fast forward to today, and Victor Wembanyama has somehow raised the bar of what is expected of him in this league. With a tremendous, award-winning rookie campaign in […]

Adam Silver still has time to prepare the opening 2024 NBA Draft speech but the league’s teams are out of planning time for the NBA Free Agency frenzy. Dominoes are starting to fall with Pascal Siakam (Indiana Pacers) and Malik Monk (Sacramento Kings) having already agreed to deals with their former teams. The New Orleans […]

Rumors have been running rampant regarding Klay Thompson and the Golden State Warriors. There’s been buzz that Thompson does not want the contract the organization is offering. But the latest update makes it sound like a departure is on the way. The word around town is that the Warriors have had no “productive discussion” with […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are going to act with a sense of urgency this summer according to EVP David Griffin’s exit interview. While the front office is looking forward to reshaping the roster around Zion Williamson, some fans are looking backward in time to find the point guard of the future. The franchise wanted Chris […]

With the NBA Draft quickly approaching starting next Wednesday and continuing on Thursday, it will be a busy couple of days for the Miami Heat as they look to hopefully bring in two crucial players for their future. However, there are also some names in the draft that the team should be best avoiding as […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have entered a new era after hiring JJ Redick as their new head coach. With the NBA Draft and free agency right around the corner, we should expect LA to make plenty of moves this offseason. However, they still need an assistant coach alongside Redick. With that in mind, we take […]

Former star and current front office member for the Miami Heat in Udonis Haslem has been making the rounds at ESPN on various shows giving his thoughts on multiple topics within the world of basketball. While on an episode of “First Take” Friday, he was asked which team is the biggest threat in the Eastern […]

The Boston Celtics are an intimidating team for a multitude of reasons. On the court, they have been one of the most consistent elite teams in the league for the last decade or so. Off the court, though, Boston fans are one of the most passionate fans in the sport. They can get a bit […]

The New York Knicks are allegedly in the unenviable position of exploring trade proposals for their longest-tenured player. Mitchell Robinson has been a member of the Knicks since 2018. The seven-footer has developed into a rebounding machine, dominating the offensive glass. He’s also an incredible rim defender. Sadly, Robinson is also injury-prone, having missed 20 […]

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and other Oklahoma City Thunder players are sad to see Josh Giddey leave the team. Some players on the Thunder’s roster took to social media to react to the news that Giddey was traded to Chicago. The posts were put together in a montage from the OKC Thunder Wire. Lots of love and […]

As the NBA offseason gets under way, just two teams around the league are left without a head coach. The Detroit Pistons, who went 14-68 and endured the longest losing streak in league history early in the 2023-24 season, fired their head coach Monty Williams earlier this week. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Cavaliers made the decision […]

Reports indicate Tobias Harris is entering NBA free agency. The San Antonio Spurs are among five teams that are said to be interested according to Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report. The Philadelphia 76ers forward is coming off a season in which he averaged 17.2 points, 6.5 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game. Good numbers for […]

The center position is going to be one of the more hotly-contested positions in the 2024 NBA free agency period. There are many elite big men that are set to hit the market. In addition, a few centers could potentially be trade targets due to their situation. There are quite a few teams that do […]

Long before Cam Newton won the NFL MVP Award, led the Carolina Panthers to a 15-1 regular season record and carried the team to their second Super Bowl appearance in franchise history, he was a five-star prospect being recruited by some of the best college football programs in the country, including Oklahoma, Georgia, Virginia Tech […]

The Philadelphia 76ers are the team to watch this summer. They have about $65 million in cap space to sign or trade for players and can free up about $11 million if they so desire. It’s what makes the 76ers so interesting before the 2024 NBA Draft. They could make a big trade next Wednesday […]

It’s about to be lockdown city in Oklahoma City! In a rather shocking turn of events, the Oklahoma City Thunder traded Josh Giddey to the Chicago Bulls for All-Defense guard Alex Caruso. It was a surprising move, but quite the pleasant surprise for the team. Caruso is a perfect fit in the new-look OKC squad […]

If there’s one thing Daryl Morey doesn’t much care for doing as the general manager of the Philadelphia 76ers, it’s using his draft picks. Sure, he’ll select a player from time to time to help fill out the roster like Jaden Springer, and has been darn good at identifying talent all over the board and […]

Ahead of next week’s NBA Draft, many wonder what will become of Bronny James. Will a team select him? Will he go undrafted? What could happen in the aftermath of each scenario? These are just some of the questions being raised by the basketball community with regards to the youngster. In a recent discussion between […]

After lengthy anticipation, the Detroit Pistons finally hosted an introductory press conference for their new President of Basketball Operations Trajan Langdon. The Pistons hired Langdon in May to take over the franchise’s front office. Detroit opened time for him and owner Tom Gores to address the media Friday afternoon. The Pistons’ plan of a restoration […]

The Dallas Mavericks’ wonderful playoff run ended in the cruelest of circumstances. Making the NBA Finals is an achievement in its own right, but it’s never fun to lose it. That’s what happened to Dallas, who fell at the hands of the Boston Celtics in five games. But, a few trades and moves in the […]

New York Knicks star Julius Randle experienced both the blessings and challenges of playing alongside Kobe Bryant during his time with the Los Angeles Lakers. While Bryant was undoubtedly one of the greatest players in basketball history, he also had a reputation for being demanding and tough on his teammates, and Randle was no exception. […]

The Dallas Mavericks will be an intriguing team to follow in NBA free agency. Tobias Harris makes sense as a potential fit alongside Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving in Dallas, something that Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints recently mentioned. And according to Ian Begley of SNY, the Mavs are interested in the veteran forward. Begley also […]

Many have been asking for the Chicago Bulls to undergo a rebuild. Apparently, their front office is beginning to listen to those requests. The Bulls kicked off the 2024 NBA offseason with the first major trade of the summer by sending Alex Caruso to the Oklahoma City Thunder for Josh Giddey. They don’t appear to […]

There is no denying the fact that Josh Giddey endured his share of ups and downs during his three-year career with the Oklahoma City Thunder. It was not that long ago when Giddey was considered to be a key piece to the puzzle for OKC. The 21-year-old’s future with the Thunder came into question after […]

As much success as the San Antonio Spurs have enjoyed at top of the NBA Draft, they’ve had extraordinary fortune with later selections as well. For Tim Duncan, there is Manu Ginobili. For David Robinson, there is Tony Parker. For Victor Wembanyama, there is Kawhi Leonard. With that, we examine the five best draft picks […]

Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce is known for being a menace, and he’s now in full villain mode after the team’s new championship victory. Pierce usually resorts to making crazy takes on his podcast or on TV, but this time, he made a bold proclamation at the Celtics’ championship parade. Pierce made fun of the […]

Michael Jordan and LeBron James always headline the GOAT debates, but for Seattle SuperSonics legend Shawn Kemp, Celtics icon Bill Russell is the greatest basketball player of all time. During an appearance on the All The Smoke podcast with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson. Kemp highlighted Russell’s influence as an all-around big man. “People get […]

JJ Redick is already making waves as the new head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. From the sounds of it, he’s been in talks with several players, including Anthony Davis. In fact, it’s been revealed what Redick plans to do with Davis moving forward, which could prove to be big for this franchise. During […]

New York Knicks forward Julius Randle tried his best but couldn’t return for the team’s playoff run after injuring his shoulder in January. New York had to make do without its second-leading scorer, which led to an earlier exit than the team originally anticipated. Luckily for Knicks fans, Randle confirmed that he’s ready for next […]

After 101 total games played, the Boston Celtics were named 2024 NBA Champions. They defeated the Dallas Mavericks in five games in the NBA Finals, making quick work of Luka Doncic and Co. en route to banner No. 18. Now that the postseason is over, we can look back at both teams incredible playoff runs […]