Reporting Articles - Page 17

The Chicago Bulls gave it their all against the Miami Heat in a rescheduled game on Thursday. However, they sustained their second consecutive loss of the week, 116-113. With 4.6 seconds left on the clock, the ball found its way into the hands of Coby White. He chucked it from way beyond the arc in […]

The Chicago Bulls took on the Miami Heat in a rescheduled game on Thursday. In the first half, forward Jalen Smith scored in double figures for the 10th consecutive game. However, in the second quarter, he was taken out due to tightness in his calf, per K.C. Johnson of The Chicago Sports Network. Altogether, Smith […]

DALLAS — Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel are going head-to-head in the NBA Rookie of the Year race this year. The two rookies are the favorites at the moment. Former teammates at Duke, Flagg and Knueppel are also going head-to-head on Thursday night in the Charlotte Hornets-Dallas Mavericks clash. Both players started the game strong, […]

Before the Chicago Bulls took on the Miami Heat on Thursday, Jalen Smith was listed as probable on the injured list. He was dealing with tightness in his calf. Fortunately for Chicago, he was on the floor and in the starting rotation. As a result, Smith managed to increase a streak of scoring in double […]

The Texas Rangers recently acquired starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore in a trade with the Washington Nationals. On Thursday, the Rangers officially announced Gore as a member of the team. Will he help Texas return to the postseason for the first time since the 2023 season? The Rangers of course won the World Series in 2023. […]

On Thursday, the Dallas Mavericks will retire franchise legend Mark Aguirre’s jersey. Before the game against the Charlotte Hornets, Aguirre spoke to reporters and was unsurprisingly asked about Cooper Flagg. Flagg was the Mavs’ first No. 1 overall pick since Aguirre in 1981, so he understands what Flagg is going through as a rookie. Aguirre […]

For the first time since December, Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein will be in uniform for Thursday’s Western Conference Finals rematch against the Minnesota Timberwolves. After facing the Toronto Raptors and the New Orleans Pelicans without half a dozen of coach Mark Daigneault’s rotation, Hartenstein returns to the frontcourt, alongside Chet Holmgren. Thunder guard […]

On July 2nd of last year, Boston Celtics guard Derrick White was celebrating his birthday with a relaxing round of golf. Then Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla called him, but not just to wish him a happy birthday. During a joint show with “The Old Man and The Three” and White’s own “White Noise Podcast,” […]

After the Cleveland Cavaliers crushed the Los Angeles Lakers in what could’ve been LeBron James’ final game at Rocket Arena, one of the young standouts of the night, Jaylon Tyson, felt that Donovan Mitchell deserved to be recognized for his leadership. So when Cleveland’s All-Star guard was asked about the stage and what The King […]

The Los Angeles Angels and New York Yankees agreed to a trade on Thursday. The Angels acquired left-handed pitcher Jayvien Sandridge in return for cash considerations, both teams announced. Angels right-handed pitcher Osvaldo Bido was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. Some MLB trade news: The Angels have acquired LHP Jayvien Sandridge from the […]

LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Donovan Mitchell might’ve been the names on the marquee, but Jaylon Tyson and Nae’Qwan Tomlin stole the show, as the Cleveland Cavaliers ran away Wednesday with a 129-99 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers at Rocket Arena. And while the young Cavs have been the story of Cleveland’s season thus […]

SCOTTSDALE– When Charles Barkley comments on you, you typically listen. That was exactly the case for Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks. As Barkley said that Brooks should be an all-star for the Suns, it was a statement of pure intent. The latter is having a career year in the Valley of the Sun and seems […]

Whether or not Giannis Antetokounmpo is traded by the Milwaukee Bucks before the NBA trade deadline on Feb. 5 is the biggest question being asked across the league. With one week until the deadline, Giannis’ name continues to be linked to many playoff-contending teams, and it truly appears as if he has played his final […]

The Brooklyn Nets have been the NBA’s worst team since the New Year. Losers of 14 of their last 16 games, the on-court product has bordered on unwatchable at times during the recent stretch. This shouldn’t come as a major surprise during the dog days of a tanking season. While player development is a primary […]

In a rematch of the 2025 Western Conference Finals, the shorthanded Oklahoma City Thunder will have starting center Isaiah Hartenstein, who they’ve missed since December, back from injury against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Thunder bounced back from losing two at home with a 104-95 win against the New Orleans Pelicans. Thursday’s matchup against the Timberwolves […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s time with the Milwaukee Bucks is finally coming to a close. With the Bucks reportedly willing to listen to trade offers ahead of the deadline, most NBA teams are working to put together bids for the two-time MVP. The Brooklyn Nets have one of the most enticing packages, should they choose to throw […]

BOSTON — As the NBA All-Star break nears, the chatter surrounding the potential return of Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum — who suffered a devastating Achilles rupture in May — grows louder and louder. Will he come back this regular season? Can he return in the playoffs? Should he return and risk further injury? No […]

It would be unfair to deem the New York Knicks’ pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo as “back on,” because of the implication that it had ever stopped. The Milwaukee Bucks are finally ready to listen to offers on their superstar. Nothing is certain through Wednesday regarding a destination or timetable, but one thing is clear with […]

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat in a crucial stretch ahead of the All-Star break, especially coming off a brutal five-game road trip that had them play all of that in seven days, Wednesday’s contest against the Orlando Magic was a vital one. Though the Heat are surrounded by trade rumors, the team still has […]

The Brooklyn Nets will be shorthanded on Thursday against the Denver Nuggets as they attempt to snap a six-game losing streak. On the front end of a back-to-back, the Nets are resting Egor Demin (left plantar fascia), Noah Clowney (lower back) and Cam Thomas (hamstring) for injury management. Ziaire Williams will also miss the game […]

The New York Yankees and outfielder Cody Bellinger recently agreed to a reunion, as Bellinger signed a five-year contract worth $162.5 million. While speaking to reporters Wednesday, Bellinger was asked about the opportunity to play with Aaron Judge once again. It is safe to say that Bellinger is excited to team up with the superstar […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — Coming off two consecutive losses at home, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder needed a big performance from Chet Holmgren amid a very shorthanded team, as teammates dealing with injuries recover. Holmgren didn’t disappoint in Tuesday’s 104-95 win against the New Orleans Pelicans. Chet scored 14 of his 20 points in […]

On Wednesday night, MLB Network revealed “The Shredder’s” top 10 starting pitchers in baseball. The Shredder focuses on statistics and data without any bias. It has a way of surprising fans, though. In fact, San Francisco Giants ace Logan Webb, who is one of MLB’s most underrated star pitchers, did not even make this year’s […]

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat linked to Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline, the team is still playing games amidst all the noise. While the rumors will continue to swirl around the Heat with the trade deadline looming, head coach Erik Spoelstra speaks on how the roster is […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. — It’s been a fun 48 hours for the Washington Wizards, as three of their players made the Castrol Rising Stars Challenge for the second straight year on Monday before they beat the Portland Trail Blazers 115-111 at Capital One Arena on Tuesday. Big man Alex Sarr validated his second Rising Stars nod […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks will be short-handed once again on Wednesday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Cooper Flagg and Klay Thompson are out, as they highlight a long list of players who won’t be available for the game. Flagg is listed as out due to left ankle injury management while Thompson is dealing with […]

As rumors surround the Miami Heat ahead of the Feb. 5 NBA trade deadline, there’s no doubt that the team is being closely examined as one that will heavily go after Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. While the Heat have been in rumors for Antetokounmpo for some time now, the Feb. 5 date is quickly […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — Amid injuries to half of head coach Mark Daigneault’s rotation, Oklahoma City Thunder center Jaylin Williams had a career night in Tuesday’s 104-95 win against the New Orleans Pelicans. After the game clock expired, tempers flared between Lu Dort and Jeremiah Fears. Williams helped calm things down on a night where he […]

The Los Angeles Angels claimed right-handed pitcher Kaleb Ort off waivers from the New York Yankees on Wednesday, the team announced. Outfielder Wade Meckler was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. The roster move comes just a day after the Angels claimed right-handed pitcher Osvaldo Bido off waivers from the Miami Marlins. It would […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers have signed Tristan Enaruna to a two-way contract, waiving Chris Livingston in a corresponding move. The team announced the news on Wednesday at noon ET, just hours before the Cavs host LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. A 6-foot-8, 220-pound forward, Enaruna has had a solid run with the Cleveland Charge, […]

NEW YORK – Even in the eighth year of his NBA career, Mitchell Robinson is still an enigma for the New York Knicks. His 4.9 offensive rebounds per game are the most in the NBA this season, despite him averaging just 19.5 minutes per game. Robinson has been key to most of the playoff series […]

PHOENIX– A reputation unlike any other– for better or for worse– belongs to Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks and the NBA league officials. The latter seemed to track Brooks down for any contact that crosses the threshold of what is deemed as ‘unnecessary’ during Tuesday’s 106-102 win over the Brooklyn Nets. His first technical foul […]

The Detroit Pistons opened their Western Conference schedule with a 109-107 victory over the Denver Nuggets. In another collective team effort, the Pistons leaned on veteran Tobias Harris late, with clutch buckets when needed most. Harris managed to shine in a monumental spot playing in his 1,000th career game. Pistons’ head coach J.B. Bickerstaff has […]

LeBron James is back home for his annual trip to Northeast Ohio, as the Cleveland Cavaliers prepare to host the Los Angeles Lakers on national television at 7 p.m. ET. The Cavs are on a season-high four-game winning streak, while LA has won four of its last five games and is firmly in the Western […]

If there is one saying that fits the NBA trade deadline perfectly, it is to expect the unexpected. After all, that is what happened last year, as nobody thought the Dallas Mavericks would ever trade Luka Doncic. One year later, a quieter, less eventful NBA trade deadline appears to be on the horizon… that is, […]

The Brooklyn Nets have not been flush with rookie talent since their move from New Jersey in 2012. However, they may have found a keeper in Egor Demin, their first lottery selection since 2010. Demin was one of 10 rookies selected by NBA assistant coaches to participate in the Rising Stars competition at All-Star weekend. […]

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren made a heartfelt statement regarding the killings by ICE agents in his hometown of Minneapolis before facing the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday. Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault shared his thoughts during pregame media availability. After a 104-95 win over the New Orleans Pelicans, Holmgren discussed the […]

The Washington Wizards stripped down their roster after team president Michael Winger and general manager Will Dawkins took over in 2023, a process that involved trading veteran forward Deni Avdija to the Portland Trail Blazers in July 2024. The 25-year-old is now having a breakout season, as he’s 13th in the NBA with 25.8 points […]

New Orleans Pelicans rookie Jeremiah Fears was physically removed from the court at the Paycom Center at the end of a 104-95 loss during a scuffle with Oklahoma City Thunder veteran Lu Dort, and both benches cleared. After the final buzzer, a no-call on a foul turned into Dort shoving Fears twice after words were […]