Category: NBA

Aaliyah Edwards, reflecting quietly on Monday evening, sent a silent message to herself: It’s time. The moment came when WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced her as the No. 6 pick during the draft at the…

LeBron James is making his Olympic comeback after 12 years, while Stephen Curry is set for his Olympic debut. Kevin Durant is eyeing a historic moment at the Paris Games, joining a star-studded USA Basketball…

Blake Griffin declared his retirement on Tuesday following a 14-year career marked by six All-Star selections, winning Rookie of the Year, and triumphing in a dunk contest. Griffin expressed gratitude for every aspect of his…

The Phoenix Suns and guard Grayson Allen have completed a new deal, ensuring he stays with the team after his best season in the NBA. This multi-year agreement announced recently, is valued at $70 million…

It’s April, and the playoffs are nearing for the 76ers, which typically means Joel Embiid is dealing with some sort of injury. Embiid is considered one of the best players in the NBA, having achieved…

The Milwaukee Bucks are getting ready for the playoffs, but there’s uncertainty about the health of their top two players. Bucks coach Doc Rivers mentioned that both Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard didn’t practice on…

LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and their teammates on the Los Angeles Lakers seem more formidable in the playoffs now compared to a few weeks ago. The New Orleans Pelicans, on the other hand, are facing…

During the fourth quarter, the Sacramento Kings’ fans cheered loudly as their team dominated the Golden State Warriors. After being knocked out of the playoffs by the Warriors last year, the Kings got their revenge…

Zion Williamson amazed New Orleans fans with his powerful plays, like his game-tying layup against Lakers’ Anthony Davis. However, the excitement turned to concern when Williamson left the game due to a left leg injury.…

The Brooklyn Nets are on the verge of finalizing Jordi Fernandez as their next head coach, as reported by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Fernandez, currently serving as an assistant for the Sacramento Kings, is poised to…

The WNBA is ambitiously eyeing expansion, aiming to grow to 16 teams by 2028, as Commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced. The league is already set to introduce a 13th team in the Bay Area for the…

For almost five years now, Pelicans fans have eagerly awaited the moment when Zion Williamson, their top pick from the 2019 NBA Draft, would finally hit the postseason court. This Tuesday night marks his debut…

A fully recovered Trae Young is vital for the Atlanta Hawks as they aim to overcome season-long injury setbacks and advance beyond the Chicago Bulls in the Eastern Conference play-in tournament. Young is optimistic about…

The Detroit Pistons are searching for fresh leadership after ending the NBA season with the lowest record for the second consecutive year. On Monday, following a 14-68 season finish, the Pistons declared their intention to…

During Monday night’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Colorado Rockies left-handed pitcher Kyle Freeland seemed to hurt his right shoulder while serving as a pinch-runner in the ninth inning. Freeland, who is the Rockies’ opening-day…

Sandro Mamukelashvili contributed 18 points as the San Antonio Spurs dominated the Detroit Pistons 123-95 on Sunday, concluding seasons that were less than ideal for both teams but offer hope for better times ahead. Blake…

In the final minutes of their 135-86 victory against the Dallas Mavericks, the Thunder fans cheered for a team that has come a long way. Just two seasons ago, they won only 24 games, but…

Steve Kerr is confident that his team can still make an impact in the playoffs, especially as they face a familiar opponent at the start of their postseason journey. Klay Thompson led the charge with…

De’Aaron Fox scored 24 points, securing the Sacramento Kings’ chance to play at home once more by defeating the Portland Trail Blazers 121-82 in the last game of the regular season. Sacramento will face Golden…

Bradley Beal scored 36 points, making all of his six 3-point attempts, as the Phoenix Suns defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 125-106 on Sunday. This win ensured they wouldn’t have to go through the play-in tournament…

Jamal Murray scored 21 points, while Nikola Jokić grabbed 15 points and 15 rebounds, leading the Denver Nuggets to a 126-111 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday. With this victory, the Nuggets secured the…

LeBron James finished his 21st NBA regular season with high energy, showing strength both offensively and defensively, indicating his readiness for the playoffs. In Sunday’s game against New Orleans, James recorded impressive stats: 28 points,…

Payton Pritchard had his best game yet, scoring 38 points, while the Boston Celtics, leading in the NBA, decided to rest all their starting players in a 132-122 win over the Washington Wizards on Sunday,…

The NBA took an unexpected turn during Friday night’s game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Los Angeles Lakers. While the Lakers clinched a 123-120 victory, it was discovered on Saturday morning that the game…

Victor Wembanyama’s first season with the San Antonio Spurs has come to a close. The Spurs announced that the 7-foot-4 French rookie won’t be playing in Sunday’s last game against the Detroit Pistons. This wraps…

UConn’s basketball standout, Donovan Clingan, has declared for the 2024 NBA Draft, opting out of his remaining college eligibility. The decision was confirmed via social media. Standing tall at 7’2″, the sophomore center played a…

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tallied 23 points, helping the Oklahoma City Thunder secure a 125-107 victory over the injury-riddled Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night, boosting their chances of clinching the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference…

LeBron James delivered 37 points, including crucial baskets in the last minute, along with 10 rebounds. Anthony Davis returned from an eye injury, scoring 36 points and grabbing 14 rebounds. Their efforts propelled the Los…

Rudy Gobert had a big game with 25 points, 19 rebounds, and five blocks to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 109-106 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night. This win puts the Timberwolves…

Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors understand that getting to the playoffs won’t be easy. CJ McCollum and the New Orleans Pelicans are aware that they can control their playoff destiny by winning their…

Jalen Green scored 26 points as the Houston Rockets spoiled Portland’s last home game of the season with a 116-107 win on Friday night. Jock Landale contributed 20 points, and Aaron Holiday added 18 off…

Kenneth Lofton Jr., coming off the bench, scored his highest points this season, totaling 27, as the Utah Jazz narrowly defeated the Clippers 110-109 on Friday night. The Clippers, already secured as the fourth seed…

Kevin Durant scored 28 points, and Jusuf Nurkic’s late free throw helped the Phoenix Suns stage a comeback to defeat the Sacramento Kings 108-107 on Friday night. The game was tied at 107 when Nurkic…

Joel Embiid scored 32 points, grabbed 13 rebounds, and made seven assists despite a worrisome injury moment in the first half, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to a 125-113 victory over the Orlando Magic on Friday…

Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez, after assuming majority ownership of the Minnesota Timberwolves, aimed to significantly reduce payroll, seeking to fall below the $172 million luxury tax threshold, as reported by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. This…

John Calipari, the newly appointed head coach for the Arkansas Razorbacks men’s basketball team, was introduced during a press conference on Wednesday, where he emphasized his commitment to building a team with a strong aspiration…

The Dallas Mavericks clinched their 50th win of the season with a resounding 111-92 victory over the Miami Heat on Wednesday night. This milestone win also translated into a significant financial gain for star player…

Luka Dončić bolstered his MVP credentials with a standout performance, nearly achieving a triple-double, while Kyrie Irving contributed 25 points as the Dallas Mavericks secured a commanding 111-92 victory over the Miami Heat on Wednesday.…

The Celtics always wanted to keep Jrue Holiday around for more than just this season. It didn’t take long this season for Holiday to see Boston as a team he wanted to commit to for…

Oklahoma City coach Mark Daigneault pointed out how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s subtle changes demonstrate that the Thunder aren’t like most young playoff contenders. “Think about it, if you’re a player, and you could easily score 40…

Peyton Watson is embracing his increased role with ease this season. As a key player coming off the bench for the Denver Nuggets, Watson’s energetic style has made him a crucial part of the team’s…

DeMar DeRozan scored 39 points, leading the Chicago Bulls to a 127-105 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Thursday night. The loss marked Detroit’s 67th of the season, breaking their franchise record set in 1979-80.…

Jalen Brunson scored 39 points in just three quarters as the New York Knicks continued their push to secure the No. 2 spot in the Eastern Conference by defeating the Boston Celtics 118-109 on Thursday…

Luka Samanic scored his highest points this season, helping the Utah Jazz break a 13-game losing streak with a 124-121 win over the Houston Rockets on Thursday night. Keyonte George also contributed with 20 points…

Stephen Curry scored 22 points, leading the Golden State Warriors to a 100-92 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday night. Jonathan Kuminga contributed 19 points as the Warriors secured their third consecutive win…

CJ McCollum and Zion Williamson both scored 31 points as the New Orleans Pelicans defeated Sacramento 135-123 on Thursday night, completing a five-game sweep of the Kings this season. Williamson left the court in the…

Victor Wembanyama thought he might be in trouble. It was a rare happy moment for the San Antonio Spurs in a tough season, a win against the New York Knicks last month that had fans…

Two gambling controversies are happening in professional sports right now, and they seem to be heading in different directions. Shohei Ohtani, a baseball star, may not face any consequences from Major League Baseball for his…

Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Milwaukee Bucks forward, won’t play for the rest of the regular season due to a strained left calf. His return for the playoffs is uncertain. He exited Tuesday’s game against the Boston…