Category: Basketball
Doc Rivers Addresses Controversial Move to Waive Damian Lillard
The Milwaukee Bucks made one of the toughest calls of their offseason when they waived Damian Lillard to clear cap space, and head coach Doc Rivers knows just how big the loss is. “Dame [is] just a great dude,” Rivers told ESPN during NBA Summer League on Thursday. “Forget the basketball part. He’s done everything…
LeBron James’ Future with the Lakers Uncertain Following Contract Setback
LeBron James will suit up for the Los Angeles Lakers in 2025-26 after exercising his player option, but the franchise’s refusal to offer an extension beyond next season sent a clear message. “The Lakers had already made their statement in not offering James a contract beyond this season,” ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Ramona Shelburne wrote….
Insider Shares the Warriors’ Strategy for Thriving in a Challenging Western Conference
The Western Conference isn’t slowing down anytime soon, and ESPN’s Jay Bilas believes there’s only one way the Golden State Warriors can stay in the fight. “Stay healthy and put yourself in a good position going into the playoffs,” Bilas told Monte Poole at the American Century Championship in South Lake Tahoe. “It’s crazy, one…
Cooper Flagg Delivers Game-Winning Play in Summer League Debut
Cooper Flagg called it “one of the worst games” of his life, but in his Summer League debut, the No. 1 overall pick still made the play that mattered most. The Flagg is waved on Coop’s debut! 🏀 Cooper Flagg made sure to produce some highlights in his #NBA Summer League debut, coming up with…
Vince Carter Discusses the Crucial Role of the Warriors’ Veteran Core in Their Success
The Golden State Warriors may be getting older, but Vince Carter believes age could actually work in their favor next season. The 22-year NBA veteran explained why he sees the Warriors’ experience as a major weapon, speaking with NBC Sports Bay Area’s Monte Poole. “A lotta knowledge,” Carter said when asked about the trio of…
Michael Porter Jr. Admits His Game Has ‘Plateaued’ in Denver
Michael Porter Jr. is ready for a fresh start in Brooklyn. The veteran forward was traded to the Nets this offseason in exchange for Cam Johnson. He has since publicly reflected on his time with the Denver Nuggets and shared why he felt it was time to move on. “I’m really excited for this next…
Giannis Antetokounmpo Discusses His Future with the Milwaukee Bucks
Giannis Antetokounmpo is giving Milwaukee fans hope for the future, but he’s also hearing plenty from New York. The 30-year-old Bucks superstar addressed speculation about his next move as questions swirl around his long-term commitment during a recent livestream with iShowSpeed. “Probably. We’ll see. I love Milwaukee.” — Giannis on staying in Milwaukee pic.twitter.com/mz4V2pdrif —…
Report: LeBron James and Lakers Relationship Facing Tensions
An unnamed NBA executive has raised eyebrows with comments about LeBron James and the Lakers, suggesting the situation behind the scenes is very interesting. “Yeah, usually when a star player like LeBron opts into his contract, the team announces the move,” the executive told Sam Amico. “I find this very strange. Something is definitely going…
Thunder Secure Jalen Williams with Five-Year Maximum Extension
Jalen Williams is staying in Oklahoma City for the long haul. The Thunder have signed the 24-year-old forward to a five-year maximum rookie contract extension that could be worth as much as $287 million, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Williams is coming off a breakout season where he averaged 21.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, 5.1 assists,…
Unveiling the Story Behind LeBron’s ‘Welcome Home’ Hat
The internet might have overreacted on some LeBron James rumors, again. The Lakers star addressed the buzz surrounding a “Welcome home” hat he was seen wearing while golfing in Cleveland last week. With rumors flying about a possible Cavaliers reunion, it has come to light the message wasn’t about basketball at all. LeBron rocking a…