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The Brooklyn Nets are going to be a whole new team next year, and at this point, only one player will be different: Kevin Durant. KD brings a whole new dynamic to the Brooklyn squad, but the Nets have shaped their coaching staff to fit a team led by Durant and Kyrie Irving. New head […]

Mike D’Antoni is heading to the Brooklyn Nets to reunite with new head coach Steve Nash, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. D’Antoni and Ime Udoka are both finalizing deals to become assistant coaches under Nash. This move comes not long after Amar’e Stoudemire joined Nash’s staff in Brooklyn. Jacque Vaughn is the lead assistant on Nash’s staff. […]

When he is not photobombing wedding pictorials, Dwyane Wade is busy keeping up with the latest NBA news. For example, Amar’e Stoudemire finding a new job with the Brooklyn Nets. After reports came out that Stoudemire has agreed to serve as an assistant coach with the Nets and join his former teammate Steve Nash on […]

Brooklyn Nets new head coach Steve Nash is adding a familiar face to his growing bench. It’s former Phoenix Suns All-Star teammate Amar’e Stoudemire, who most recently played for Maccabi Tel Aviv in Israel. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, Stoudemire, 37, is returning stateside to become an assistant coach for Nash’s staff. Six-time […]

The Phoenix Suns has yet to capture its first NBA championship throughout its 52-year stint in the NBA. Nonetheless, Phoenix has found relative success throughout its history. They made the playoffs 24 times in a three-decade span from 1980 to 2010. However, the past decade has not been very kind to them. They currently hold […]

In the Phoenix Suns’ 117-115 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday, star guard Devin Booker broke a franchise record set by Amar’e Stoudemire. Booker tallied his 87th 30-point game in their second seeding game in the NBA restart. With that, he surpassed Amar’e for the second-most 30-point games in franchise history. He is also now […]

Dirk Nowitzki is probably the first player that pops into everyone’s minds when thinking about the Dallas Mavericks. The German superstar played his entire 21-year Hall of Fame career in Dallas. Likewise, modern day Mavs fans would never forget the date June 21, 2018, the day they drafted their next face of the franchise in […]

The Miami Heat has always been, and always will be one of the most attractive destinations for players around the NBA. A case in point is when LeBron James infamously took his talents to South Beach in 2010 to form a historic Big 3 with Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh, winning a couple of chips […]

Former NBA All-Star Amar’e Stoudemire might not be in league anymore, but he is still playing basketball at the professional level. Stoudemire has been playing for Maccabi Tel Aviv this 2019-20 season, averaging 1.3 points and 5.0 rebounds in his first six Euroleague contests with the club. The big man also had 15 points and […]

Honorable Mentions Willie Naulls averaged 19.3 points and 11.7 rebounds over seven seasons (1956-62) for putrid squads. Larry Johnson hit maybe the biggest shot in Madison Square Garden history, but his prime came in Charlotte. He played his final four years in New York, averaging 12.3 points and 5.5 boards per game. Harry “The Horse” […]

The New York Knicks have made some bad moves over the last couple of decades. Okay; a lot of bad moves. As a result, coming up with any list of the Knicks’ worst decisions is a significant challenge. But how about we take on the tall task of naming New York’s worst free-agent signings? Here […]

Washington Wizards point guard John Wall has not been medically cleared to suit up for the organization at the time being. But that doesn’t mean that the five-time All-Star hasn’t been further honing his craft as he makes his way back from a torn Achilles tendon. Per Candace Buckner of the Washington Post, Wall played […]

Six-time NBA All-Star Amar’e Stoudemire has returned to the States after a brief stint in China and is working out in South Florida in the hopes of playing his way onto an NBA roster, according to Marc Stein of The New York Times. Stoudemire last played in the NBA during the 2015-16 season. He appeared […]

Former NBA star Amar’e Stoudemire has signed a deal to play for Chinese basketball team Fujian, according to Israeli basketball reporter Roi Cohen. Stoudemire retired from the NBA in 2016 but continued to play basketball elsewhere. He first played basketball in Israel during the 2016-17 campaign and announced his retirement from the game of basketball […]

Amar’e Stoudemire sounded optimistic about his chances of returning to the NBA in the 2019-20 season. Stoudemire felt that his recent free-agency workout went well, even telling TMZ that 15 teams attended to watch him and Monta Ellis in Las Vegas. The 36-year-old big man also revealed that most of those teams who watched him […]

Former All-Star Amar’e Stoudemire is hoping to make a comeback in the NBA, and if possible, he wants to join a contender. Stoudemire made that admission during his appearance on ESPN’s show ‘Get Up’ where he discussed what kind of situation he’s looking for. While playing for a championship contender is the ideal scenario for […]

Former New York Knicks player Amar’e Stoudemire believes that James Dolan isn’t the one to blame for the team’s misfortunes. Dolan has earned a reputation as an incapable, incompetent and selfish team owner. The Knickerbockers have been a bottom-of-the-barrel team for the most part of his reign, and they haven’t been able to land top-tier […]

The New York Knicks took a look at Amar’e Stoudemire during a recent workout in Las Vegas, but it appears there is no chance for a Big Apple reunion this summer. According to Marc Berman of the New York Post, the Knicks are not planning to sign Stoudemire this offseason. New York was tagged as […]

Amar’e Stoudemire is seriously considering making his way back to the NBA, and at 36 years old the man once known at STAT is as fit as he’s ever been in recent memory. The former New York Knicks power forward signed a five-year, $100 million deal with the franchise back in 2010, but was bought […]

Amar’e Stoudemire is eyeing an NBA comeback and believes that he has ‘a lot to offer’ from a leadership perspective. The 36-year-old forward, known for his stint with the Phoenix Suns with Steve Nash, reveals that his body is in tiptop shape for an NBA return. But more than offering his 6-foot-10 athletic frame and […]

Amar’e Stoudemire is eyeing a return to the NBA after playing professional basketball in Israel, and he feels he can still compete at a high level. Stoudemire recently worked out in front of several teams in an attempt to get an NBA contract for the upcoming season. In an interview on MSG 150, the 36-year-old […]

Former NBA stars Amar’e Stoudemire and Monta Ellis are both attempting a comeback and held a workout in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Monday evening. Among the dozen teams attending the workout, per Yahoo Sports’ Chris Haynes, are the Detroit Pistons, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, New York Knicks, Milwaukee Bucks, Oklahoma City Thunder, and […]

While the entire NBA waits for Kawhi Leonard’s free agency decision, two notable retired players are reportedly hankering for a return to the best basketball league in the world. According to Jordan Schultz of ESPN, Monta Ellis and Amar’e Stoudemire will have private workouts with 5-6 NBA teams in Las Vegas. Amar’e Stoudemire and Monta […]

For those wondering what has been keeping former six-time NBA All-Star big man Amar’e Stoudemire busy these days, we have the answer for you. Stoudemire has been playing in the Israeli Basketball Premier League for Hapoel Jerusalem over the past few of years. He has had such a significant impact on the local league of […]

During his first tenure with the Cleveland Cavaliers, LeBron James tried and failed to get considerable talent to join him in Northeastern Ohio, leading to his eventual departure for the Miami Heat in 2010. When James returned, the roster had much more potential for growth, which resulted in a championship in 2016 along with four […]

Already at 33 years of age, Amar’e Stoudemire has yet to give up on his dream to one day return to the NBA. In fact, in a recent interview, the six-time All-Star claims that he remains prepared should the opportunity for a comeback arise. Speaking to the Israel-based based sports website Walla, Stoudemire claimed that […]

After retiring from the NBA in 2016, Amar’e Stoudemire signed with and played overseas in Israel to play for Hapoel Jerusalem for one year. He helped the team win the Israeli League title and Israeli League cup averaging 9.9 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1.3 blocks in 23 games. He went on to contribute in the […]

The Phoenix Suns of the mid-2000s were one of the most funs teams to watch in recent memory. Steve Nash’s ridiculous passing combined with Amar’e Stoudemire’s freakish athleticism combined to make some unreal highlights, making them one of th e most exciting duos in all of sports. Just like in their playing days, Nash set […]

The Phoenix Suns team that had Steve Nash and Amare Stoudemire were one of the most entertaining squads to watch ever. While the Suns were not able to take home a Larry O’Brien Trophy during those two players’ heydays in the desert, that team was way up there when it comes to watchability. And way […]

Once considered one of the most dynamic big men in the league, a slew of injuries got in the way of Amar’e Stoudemire’s NBA legacy. However, based on his recent social media activity, the former ninth overall pick appears to be on the comeback trail. Stoudemire recently posted a photo of himself on his Instagram […]

Former Phoenix Suns and New York Knicks All-Star Amar’e Stoudemire is considering a comeback to the NBA. Stoudemire is currently playing in the BIG3 with his sights set on rejoining an NBA roster next season. And for Stoudemire, it’s not just a dream. Stoudemire told TMZ he’s in contact with a several NBA teams and feels he’s […]

Over the course of his 14-year career in the NBA, Amar’e Stoudemire played with four different teams, including the Phoenix Suns, New York Knicks, Dallas Mavericks, and Miami Heat. At each stop, the six-time All-Star left a lasting impression. Stoudemire retired from the NBA in July of 2016, but he still had that itch, as […]

In a recent post, 35-year-old Amare Stoudemire hints at wanting to make an NBA comeback. Via his Instagram account, Stoudemire posted: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bk-ya8iBLVn/ If you peep the hashtags, one of them says #NBAReturn. Is the six-time NBA-All Star sending signals to teams that he wants to come back? Stoudemire retired from the NBA in 2016. But […]

Nate Robinson, who has been playing in Ice Cube’s basketball league, would like to return to the NBA. Amar’e Stoudemire, who was last seen (at least by many) punching some emergency glass in New York, also apparently wants back in the league. And this, my friends, resulted in a rather funny maneuver by Nate Robinson. Amar’e […]

The NBA hasn’t seen Amare Stoudemire in the league since the end of the 2015-16 season, but now, it appears as if the 35 year old power forward is eyeing an NBA return. According to an interview with The Michael Kay Show on ESPN 98.7 (heard though Ian Begley of ESPN), Stoudemire said that he’s […]

After a successful season with Hapoel Jerusalem — one in which the team won the League and Cup title — six-time NBA All-Star Amar’e Stoudemire seems to be interested in playing in the Spanish ACB League, according to a report from EuroHoops.net. In a recent interview with Sal Emergui of Marca, Stoudemire noted several reasons […]

Following their successful first season last summer, the Big3 League, created by rapper and actor Ice Cube, is looking to expand their teams’ rosters and bring in more big names to their fold. After seeing the likes of Baron Davis, Carlos Boozer and Metta World Peace, just to name a few, agree to take their […]

After the 2005 NBA Draft, the NBA prohibited new high-school graduates from entering the draft, mandating that all applicants must be at least one year removed from high school. This created the “one-and-done”, where highly regarded basketball prospects play one year at the collegiate level and then move on to the NBA. Recent examples include […]

Through his first three years in the league, Devin Booker has quickly become the driving offensive force for the Phoenix Suns. His scoring ability has pushed him to surpass former Suns All-Star big man Amar’e Stoudemire for an impressive mark, according to ESPN Stats & Info. Devin Booker: 35th career 30-point game Breaks tie with […]