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DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks earned a 147-136 victory over the Houston Rockets in overtime on Sunday. It was a physical game that saw both teams battle throughout. In the end, Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic led the way while Dante Exum connected on a buzzer-beater three-pointer in the fourth quarter to send the game […]

It’s been as common this season as a San Antonio Spurs loss. A Victor Wembanyama stat line that has either never been witnessed before or hasn’t been seen in quite some time. With 33 points, 18 rebounds, 7 blocks, 6 assists, and five three-pointers in a 133-126 double overtime loss to the Joel Embiid-less Philadelphia […]

With the Minnesota Timberwolves in pursuit of earning the top seed in the Western Conference, each and every game down the stretch carries a lot of weight. On Sunday night, the Wolves found themselves taking on the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.Com Arena. As both teams jockey for position in a tight playoff race, Minnesota […]

Tyrese Maxey has done it again. He scored 50 points and led the Philadelphia 76ers to a win for the third time this season. This most recent masterpiece, which featured a career-high 52 points in almost 54 minutes of action (also a career-high) in a win over the San Antonio Spurs, was most likely his […]

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown has been doubted throughout his career, but he’s never let that stand in his way. In fact, it’s only given him more motivation to get better and better. A great example of how far he’s come was on display during Boston’s 124-107 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Although the […]

Anthony Davis was forced to exit the Los Angeles Lakers’ 127-117 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday after taking a Kyle Anderson elbow to his left eye on a rebound attempt late in the first quarter. AD headed to the Crypto.com Arena tunnel before the second quarter and was ruled out shortly after halftime. […]

LOS ANGELES, CA — If there’s one thing that Paul George and the LA Clippers have found a blueprint for, it’s these afternoon weekend games. Sunday was another example of a big comeback after a slow start. The Clippers defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday afternoon, 120-118. LA overcame a 26-point deficit midway through the […]

The Philadelphia 76ers (44-35) played the San Antonio Spurs (19-59) in their final road game of the 2023-24 regular season. With Joel Embiid resting on the second night of a back-to-back, the Sixers let an early lead slip but fought all the way back to get it to overtime. It took another OT for the […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Houston Rockets by a final score of 147-136 on Sunday. It was a competitive battle to say the least. Kyrie Irving led the Mavs with 48 points, while Luka Doncic added 37 points, 12 assists, and nine rebounds. However, the Mavs trailed in the final seconds of the […]

Grayson Allen is one of the key players for the Phoenix Suns. While shooting next to Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, Allen is leading the NBA in 3-point percentage (47.0) while averaging a career-high 13.6 points. Allen, who missed the Suns’ win over the Cavs, returned Friday in the team’s best win of […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are playing the Houston Rockets on Sunday at the American Airlines Center. Dallas enters the game in fifth place in the Western Conference, sitting just two games behind the Los Angeles Clippers for the No. 4 seed. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving have continued to perform at elite levels for […]

Before the Summer of 2010, the New York Knicks (and numerous other teams) maneuvered around the salary cap in hopes of signing then-unrestricted free agent LeBron James to a long-term deal. James ultimately signed with the Miami Heat, leaving the remaining clubs to reconstruct their respective rosters on the fly. Now, given the recent announcement […]

The Sacramento Kings enter Sunday’s matchup with the Brooklyn Nets in the midst of a tight Western Conference play-in race. A lengthy Nets injury report will give them a significant boost in those efforts. After overcoming a 19-point deficit to defeat the Detroit Pistons on Saturday, the Nets placed three starters on the injury report. […]

The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Golden State Warriors 108-106 on Friday night. The victory was especially impressive as Dallas won despite Luka Doncic’s absence. The Mavs superstar missed the game due to right knee soreness, but will he return on Sunday against the Houston Rockets? The answer is yes, as Doncic is now listed as […]

The last time Victor Wembanyama faced Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers, the 7-foot-4 Spurs rookie scored 33 points while making more than half the shots he took and hitting 2-of-5 from three-point range. Yet, nobody talked about how great he was that night. The reason? The NBA MVP scored 70 in a 133-123 Philly […]

The Denver Nuggets thoroughly embarrassed the visiting Atlanta Hawks on Saturday night. Fueled by Jamal Murray’s return from injury, the Nuggets handily beat the Hawks, 142-110, recording their most points in a game this season in the process. Jamal Murray’s injury return fuels the fire Jamal Murray has been battling injuries on and off throughout […]

The Memphis Grizzlies retired the jersey of Marc Gasol, honoring one of the very best players in franchise history. His No. 33 jersey will be deservedly immortalized for his incredible talent and impact on the franchise. Before it was lifted to the rafters, he spoke fondly of the community and his former teammates. When he […]

The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Memphis Grizzlies soundly, just as they were expected to do, in Joel Embiid’s third game back from injury. Not only did they find the time to experiment with a two-center lineup featuring Embiid and Paul Reed but it was a tactic that crafted the big lead they retained throughout the […]

For the second straight game, the Brooklyn Nets clawed out a come-from-behind victory. And for the second straight game, a rookie provided the spark. The Nets came back from a 19-point deficit to secure a 113-103 win over the Detroit Pistons Saturday at Barclays Center. They trailed by 17 points when Noah Clowney checked in […]

During this five-game road trip, the Cleveland Cavaliers have been in disarray on the floor. Between the balancing act of Donovan Mitchell’s recovery from a bothersome knee injury and a lack of effort from key starters, the Cavs have struggled to find their center. Despite this, Cleveland can still roll things back and stick to […]

Devin Booker’s leadership for the Phoenix Suns is something coach Frank Vogel is vocal about. Booker, who is in his ninth season with the Suns, is the team’s franchise player. He is also apparently their loudest in film session. “As good as anyone as I’ve been around,” said Vogel, who has coached superstars LeBron James […]

The Philadelphia 76ers (43-35) played a Memphis Grizzlies (27-51) team that was miserably riddled with injuries. The Sixers took care of business and secured a wire-to-wire win by a final score of 116-96. Let’s break down the Sixers’ matchup with the Hospital Grizzlies. 76ers player notes: Joel Embiid: 30 points, 12 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 […]

The UFC Apex in Las Vegas pulsed with electric anticipation as Brendan Allen squared off against Chris Curtis in a high-stakes rematch at UFC Vegas 90. Memories of their first clash in 2021 lingered, a decisive win for Curtis that derailed Allen’s momentum. This time, Allen had a score to settle and a point to […]

Many will view Saturday’s Brooklyn Nets-Detroit Pistons matchup as meaningless. However, for Dorian Finney-Smith, it will be unlike any other game he has played in his lifetime. After receiving parole in July following a 28-year prison sentence, Finney-Smith’s father, Elbert Smith, will be in attendance to watch him play for the first time. Following months […]

According to Anthony Davis, the Los Angeles Lakers’ ongoing surge — fueled by a humming offense — wasn’t jumpstarted by any moment, game, or conversation. It was simply a change in attitude. “I think the biggest difference is that we’re just having fun,” Davis said after the Lakers’ 116-97 rout over the Cleveland Cavaliers — […]

As striking as he is physically and as noteworthy as his accomplishments have been this season, perhaps what has stood out just as much about San Antonio Spurs rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama is his mindset. It was again on full display on Friday night. “For me, there’s no question. I’m not hearing this. It’s just […]

Veteran San Antonio Spurs guard Devonte’ Graham has reason for frustration. Four years ago, he averaged 18.2 points per game with the Charlotte Hornets. This season, he’s played in just 18 of 77 possible games for a San Antonio team that’s struggled as they begin to embark on their rebuild. Instead of sulking, the 29-year-old […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Golden State Warriors by a final score of 108-106 on Friday night. It was a huge victory for Dallas, as they earned the win despite Luka Doncic’s injury absence. PJ Washington stepped up in a pivotal manner and scored 32 points to lead Dallas. The Warriors-Mavericks clash also […]

The Orlando Magic faced a significant setback Friday in their quest to ascend the Eastern Conference standings, falling 124-115 to the lowly Charlotte Hornets. This loss comes on the heels of a three-game winning streak, including a recent victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. Orlando’s hope to capture the third seed was dashed by a […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks hosted the Golden State Warriors on Friday night. Dallas earned a thrilling 108-106 victory despite Luka Doncic’s injury absence due to right knee soreness. PJ Washington and Kyrie Irving stepped up to lead the way in the win. The Mavs defense told the story on Thursday against the Atlanta Hawks. […]

Bradley Beal was traded from the Washington Wizards to the Phoenix Suns, opening up a group he feels is the best team he’s been on with fellow superstars Kevin Durant and Devin Booker. “It’s crazy, when I met with these guys, it’s the first thing James (Jones) said, like, ‘OK, when we played you, we […]

Anthony Edwards is the one man the Phoenix Suns have to be aware of in their matchup against the No. 1 seed in the West, the Minnesota Timberwolves, Friday. Edwards, who is perceived to be one of the future faces of the league, is the Timberwolves’ best player and go-to scorer. Here is what three […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are preparing to host the Golden State Warriors on Friday night in the second of a back-to-back, but will need to do it without Luka Doncic. Doncic was downgraded to doubtful on the injury report Friday due to right knee soreness, and has officially been ruled out leading up to […]

The Brooklyn Nets will likely be without two rotation pieces Saturday vs. the Detroit Pistons. Cam Johnson (left big toe sprain) and Dennis Smith Jr. (right hip synovitis) are both doubtful for the home matchup, the team announced Friday. Johnson appeared to re-aggravate his toe sprain early in Brooklyn’s 115-11 win over the Indiana Pacers […]

The final push before the playoffs is here, but it’s not very dramatic for the Boston Celtics. In fact, they’ve already clinched the NBA’s best record with six games left on the schedule and established themselves as the team to beat. Since the Celtics are the betting favorite to bring home a championship, every other […]

It’s still unknown who the New England Patriots will select with the third overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Kendrick Bourne seems to be happy with any of the quarterback options who might be available when it’s time for the Patriots to make their pick. Bourne has evaluated the top quarterback prospects in the […]

The LA Clippers have bounced back following a brutal March schedule, but everyone’s attentions have now turned to Kawhi Leonard and his right knee. Leonard has missed the last two Clippers games with what the team called right knee soreness. The six-time NBA All-Star left the Clippers’ four-game road trip against the Sacramento Kings in […]

The Philadelphia 76ers have been fined $100,000 by the NBA for “violating league injury reporting rules” in Joel Embiid’s return from his meniscus procedure, the league announced. When the Sixers first shared their injury report for Tuesday night’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Embiid was listed as out. From the time it was released […]

James Harden’s departure from the Houston Rockets during the 2020-21 season sent the franchise into an immediate rebuild, one that general manager Rafael Stone and the front office have quietly been capitalizing on every single year. Although the Rockets’ 17-win, 20-win, and 22-win seasons from 2020-21 through 2022-23 may say otherwise, high draft picks have […]