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When the Houston Rockets announced that they had successfully acquired the services of former MVP Russell Westbrook from the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for veteran point guard Chris Paul and draft picks, rumors instantly began circling about James Harden’s involvement in the said deal. There were stories that talked about Harden and Paul’s unsavory […]

Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey has shed some light on the painstaking effort he and the rest of the Rockets had to endure in order to successfully pull off the Russell Westbrook trade with the Oklahoma City Thunder. According to the high-ranking executive, the deal was always on the edge throughout the entire ordeal. […]

With the new season now officially in full swing, the NBA’s all-out spat with China still appears to be a lingering issue, and it certainly does not look like a resolution will be reached anytime soon. In a recent article published by Channel News Asia, the popular website detailed how China-based internet company Tencent opted […]

Hall of Fame forward and NBA analyst Charles Barkley had some poignant comments in response to the controversy surrounding the league’s business with China. During a Q&A segment involving the members of TNT’s “Inside the NBA,” Barkley supported the NBA and LeBron James for supporting their investments in China. Barkley also said that the league […]

Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey set off an unintended avalanche of controversy when he tweeted a photo expressing support for Hong Kong demonstrators protesting Chinese governance. Now NBA champion, Hall of Fame center and TNT analyst Shaquille O’Neal is weighing in on the situation. Speaking to his NBA on TNT co-hosts ahead of the […]

With commissioner Adam Silver recently revealing how China demanded for the termination of Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey following the latter’s controversial tweet, the NBA has taken the offensive on this gripping issue. For their part, the Chinese vehemently denied any request made to remove Morey from his post, and naturally, has taken offense […]

In the wake of NBA Commissioner Adam Silver’s interview at the TIME 100 Health Summit, China is refuting his claim that it demanded the firing of Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey over a tweet that supported anti-government protests in Hong Kong, according to The Associated Press. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Geng Shuang said the […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is in hot water after making the comments that he did on Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey. It proves that voicing opinions on a matter as sensitive as the Hong Kong protests can get anyone in trouble. However, there are people all over the league who agree with […]

And the feud between the NBA, the United States of America and China continues. Just as you thought things were simmering down with Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey avoiding comment on the situation since his infamous tweet regarding support of pro-democracy supporters in Hong Kong, a United States senator is now getting in on […]

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says the Chinese government requested the NBA to fire Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey after his tweet about China. Silver and the NBA said no. “We made clear that we were being asked to fire him, by the Chinese government, by the parties we dealt with, government and businesses,” Silver […]

Andrew Bogut had more than a few cents to dole out in the wake of LeBron James’ comments on the recent tiff between the NBA and China. The longtime NBA center criticized the Los Angeles Lakers star for his position on the matter, which James relayed while speaking to reporters on Monday. LeBron passively blamed […]

While LeBron James remained quiet during his week-long trip to China as part of two exhibition games against the Brooklyn Nets, the Los Angeles Lakers star was pushing NBA commissioner Adam Silver to take some stern action against Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey, whose pro-Hong Kong tweet caused a firestorm that put the NBA […]

Before the Brooklyn Nets and Los Angeles Lakers played their two scheduled preseason games in China, an international controversy emerged as a result of a tweet from Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey. Now, according to Dave McMenamin of ESPN, Irving expressed concern about playing the games in China amid the fallout caused by Morey’s […]

There was significant backlash for the comments made by Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James regarding the pro-Democracy tweet made by Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey. During a recent appearance on ESPN’s The Jump, the topic of James’ answer about Morey’s tweet naturally came up. With Kendrick Perkins on as a guest, he provided […]

The tweet that Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey made about the recent Hong Kong protests created a widespread controversy. Los Angeles Clippers head coach Doc Rivers provided his thoughts on the comments and expressed both his agreement with Morey and his reluctance for the timing of the post. “I don’t know. I didn’t pay […]

LeBron James has become a staple for opining on social and political issues, breaking away from the mold of the Tom Bradys and the Michael Jordans of the world, who often kept quiet and protected their brand. But Monday night’s comments on Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey were a complete disgrace and an all-time […]

A recent pregame media availability saw LeBron James shame Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey in the wake of a pro-Hong Kong tweet that stirred the cauldron of the Chinese government. John Oliver, a longtime comedian and host of “Last Week Tonight” on HBO, poked fun at China being infuriated by Morey’s support of democracy, […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has clarified his statement on the Daryl Morey-China controversy. LeBron was on the receiving end of a Twitterstorm after saying that the Houston Rockets manager was “misinformed and not educated” on the whole China-Hong Kong situation. Plenty of fans expressed their disappointment on LeBron for seemingly choosing a side […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James spoke out about the situation involving Houston Rockets GM Daryl Morey and China. His comments drew up a firestorm on social media, with fans everywhere chiming in and calling him out. James then explained and clarified his statement in a couple of tweets. Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter, who […]

After returning from their trip from China, Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James would not play in Monday night’s preseason game against the Golden State Warriors. He would, however, be available to the media pregame, and he commented on Houston Rockets’ general manager Daryl Morey: https://twitter.com/BenGolliver/status/1183917743680020480?s=20 https://twitter.com/hmfaigen/status/1183920065499942912?s=20 Almost immediately after the footage and quotes from […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar small forward LeBron James believes Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey was misinformed about his China tweet. Morey voiced support on Twitter for pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong. A lot of damage has already been done because of Morey’s tweet. “I believe he was misinformed and not educated on the situation,” […]

Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey has recently opened up about the controversy that he recently sparked. According to the high-ranking executive, he had no idea his tweet would end up causing an all-out conflict between China and the NBA. As reported by Shams Charania of The Athletic, Morey himself was taken aback by how […]

Prior to this week, the Houston Rockets were expecting to be greeted back from their trip to Japan with questions related to training camp and preseason. While there was still plenty of basketball questions hurled their way, mixed in were inquiries about Houston’s latest controversy involving general manager Daryl Morey and China. It’s been a […]

The government of China “abruptly moved on Thursday to tamp down public anger at the NBA,” in reaction to a tweet by Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey which drew China’s attention. Sopan Deb of the New York Times reports there were concerns beginning to surface “that the rhetoric was damaging China’s interests and image […]

Los Angeles Clippers head coach Doc Rivers has become just the latest NBA figurehead to comment on the ongoing situation between the league and China. With such a relationship recently taking a strange turn after Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey released a controversial tweet regarding the protestors in Hong Kong, the future of the […]

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich is one of the more outspoken leaders in all of modern day professional sports. Recently chiming in regarding the league’s ongoing controversy with China, Popovich made a point to praise NBA Commissioner Adam Silver for supporting freedom of speech. Spurs coach Gregg Popovich says he supports the comments […]

The NBA is currently in the midst of some serious controversy as the league’s relationship with China, a country that closely follows professional basketball in the United States. Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey tweeted some thoughts in support of Hong Kong protestors — a sensitive topic in China — over the weekend, which has […]

The fallout surrounding Daryl Morey’s tweet about the ongoing protests in Hong Kong is continuing to grow, as one indoor arena in China has reportedly decided to paint over several works of art, including those that feature Tracy McGrady, James Harden and the Rockets logo itself. Houston Rockets artwork on an indoor basketball court in […]

Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey is facing criticism after tweeting out his sentiments about the ongoing protests in Hong Kong. Morey’s message, which has since been deleted, included the phrases “Fight For Freedom” and “Stand With Hong Kong.” This tweet has created a firestorm in China, and now NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is planning […]

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has chimed in on the whole controversy surrounding Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey and the Chinese government. For his part, the three-time NBA champion coach didn’t comment much on the “bizarre” issue: Steve Kerr didn’t have much to say on the on the Daryl Morey-China situation. Called […]

In the midst of China’s feud with the Houston Rockets, it turns out that the Chinese government appears to be prepared to engage in an all-out battle against the entire league. Just recently, the government abruptly canceled an NBA Cares event that should have been attended by players of the Brooklyn Nets. What makes matters […]

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has released a lengthy new statement regarding the league’s relationship status with China. Silver’s first statement fell under heavy criticism from U.S. senators and many others, while also being misinterpreted by the Chinese media. Instead, Silver took a more firm stance after a pro-Hong Kong tweet by Houston Rockets general manager Daryl […]

The Philadelphia 76ers aren’t letting the recent controversy with the NBA and China ruin their preseason plans. Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey is embroiled in controversy after he tweeted in support of Hong Kong protestors — a sensitive topic in China. The Chinese Basketball Association has cut ties with Houston due to the issue, […]

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley has written a letter asking NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to cancel exhibition games in China. Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey voiced support on Twitter for pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong. Morey deleted the tweet and Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta posted a strong rebuke of Morey’s statement on Twitter. However, a […]

NBA commissioner Adam Silver is defending Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey’s right to speak his mind about the ongoing protests in Hong Kong. During his trip to Tokyo with the Rockets, Morey sent out a now-deleted tweet. In the caption, he wrote “Fight For Freedom” and “Stand With Hong Kong.” This tweet created quite […]

China is dead serious about its recent decision to cut ties with the Houston Rockets. The Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) has decided to call off scheduled exhibition games involving the Rockets’ G League affiliate, the Rio Grande Valley Vipers: Sources: In response to social media events over weekend, China (Chinese Basketball Association) has canceled NBA […]

Daryl Morey is currently embroiled in hot water after the Houston Rockets GM voiced his support for the Hong Kong protesters. This time, an NBA owner lashed out at Morey. Brooklyn Nets owner Joe Tsai penned a lengthy letter on his Facebook page about the GM’s support for the Hong Kong protesters. The Alibaba co-founder […]

In another twist to the controversial firestorm generated by Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey’s infamous deleted tweet supporting Hong Kong protesters, it appears that the NBA statement in Chinese is significantly different from what was released in English. On the NBA’s Chinese social media account, the language used was harsher than the more tempered […]

The NBA has taken serious criticism after drawing some short-lived praise when Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey tweeted out a since-deleted image that read, “Fight for freedom, stand with Hong Kong.” The league was quick to emphasize that Morey’s comments were his own, pointing to his immediate two-tweet apology — something U.S. senators have […]