Category: Basketball
Maxi Kleber suffers a serious shoulder injury, fully dislocating it during the game
[ad_1] Photo: Dallas Mavericks/Twitter Dallas Mavericks big man Maxi Kleber has suffered a full dislocation of the AC joint in his right shoulder. This could keep him out for a significant part of the postseason, and he may miss the remainder entirely. Kleber played a key role in the Mavericks’ first-round playoff win against the…
Tobias Harris Anticipated to Depart from Sixers in Offseason
[ad_1] According to sources cited by Tim Bontemps of ESPN, Tobias Harris is expected to depart from the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency. Harris recently concluded a five-year, $180 million contract with the Sixers that was signed during the 2019 offseason, coinciding with their decision to allow Jimmy Butler to depart in a sign-and-trade deal….
Butler’s critique of Hart leads to suggestion that Knicks would thrive with his healthy presence
[ad_1] Photo: Peter Baba Miami Heat veteran forward Jimmy Butler wanted to repeat last year’s success by sending Tom Thibodeau and the New York Knicks home again. He expressed this desire in a viral video, taking shots at the Knicks, Josh Hart, and Thibodeau, alongside the Celtics. “If I was playing, Boston would be at…
The Most Recent NBA Trade and Free Agency Speculations
[ad_1] Free agency will be here before you know it and already the rumor mill is in full swing. Here are the latest NBA rumors you need to know about: LEBRON JAMES STAYING WITH THE LAKERS? LeBron James refused to offer a verbal commitment to staying with the Lakers when he addressed the media last…
Potential Targets for Sixers: Paul George, Jimmy Butler and Brandon Ingram
[ad_1] The Philadelphia 76ers have long been connected to a pursuit of Paul George this offseason. “The player at the top of their list is Paul George,” said Brian Windhorst on Get Up on Friday morning. “His contract extension discussions with the Clippers have not led to an agreement. The Clippers are fighting for their…
Charlie Villanueva: Sam Mitchell claimed Raptors would only trade me if Michael Jordan made a comeback
[ad_1] Photo: Scotiabank Arena/X Charlie Villanueva learned the business of the NBA early in his career, getting traded almost immediately after hearing from former Toronto Raptors head coach Sam Mitchell that he would be fine despite being mentioned in trade rumors (Villanueva was dealt to the Milwaukee Bucks for TJ Ford on June 30th, 2006…
LeBron James Dissatisfied with Lakers’ Handling of Playing Time
[ad_1] The Lakers’ decision to limit LeBron James’ minutes at the start of the season didn’t last long, and now we know why. According to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne, James “bristled at the idea of restricting his minutes”. His playing time was under the spotlight when he logged just 29 minutes in the Lakers’ season-opening loss…
Lakers Part Ways with Darvin Ham
[ad_1] The Los Angeles Lakers have decided to relieve Darvin Ham of his duties as head coach after his two seasons with the franchise. During his first season, Ham led the Lakers to the Western Conference. In his second year, the team triumphed in the In-Season Tournament but were eliminated by the Denver Nuggets in…
Donovan Mitchell Joins Exclusive Group of Players with 50+ PTS in Playoff Loss (No Overtime)
[ad_1] Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell became the fifth NBA player to score at least 50 points in a non-overtime playoff loss — joining Nikola Jokic (2023), Jamal Murray (2020), Russell Westbrook (2017), and Billy Cunningham (1970) — during Friday night’s 103-96 Game 6 loss to the Orlando Magic in the Eastern Conference first-round series….
Shane Larkin signs a new contract with Anadolu Efes
[ad_1] Photo: EuroLeague Basketball Shane Larkin has signed a new four-year contract with Anadolu Efes in Turkey, extending his stay until the 2027-28 season. This marks a decade with the team, a record for foreign-born players. Larkin has averaged 11.5 points, 5.5 assists, and 1.2 steals per game this season, with solid shooting percentages. Drafted…