Basketball News
Fix Lonzo Ball's Shot? Here's the Blueprint
The New York Times - 12 Dec 2017 03:59
Kevin Martin's stroke in college was nearly identical to Ball's unorthodox method, but Martin managed to slowly improve it and become an effective shooter.
James Harden Hits Dagger Three-Pointer To Beat Pelicans
SLAMonline - 12 Dec 2017 05:49
He's coming for that MVP. The post James Harden Hits Dagger Three-Pointer To Beat Pelicans appeared first on SLAMonline.
What happens when Spo owns most wins in Heat history? 'Riles will be happy for him'
Miami Herald - 12 Dec 2017 17:00
Erik Spoelstra moved to within a win on Monday of catching his boss, Pat Riley, for the Heat's franchise's regular season record for victories. Naturally, Spoelstra, 47, preferred not to …
Kevin Garnett Wants to Remove Glen Taylor and Own the T-Wolves
SLAMonline - 12 Dec 2017 14:25
"I wouldn't want to be partners with Glen in Minnesota." The post Kevin Garnett Wants to Remove Glen Taylor and Own the T-Wolves appeared first on SLAMonline.
Gregg Popovich Admits He Was 'Guilty of Over-Coaching' LaMarcus Aldridge
SLAMonline - 12 Dec 2017 23:47
"I tried to turn him into Jack Sikma." The post Gregg Popovich Admits He Was ‘Guilty of Over-Coaching’ LaMarcus Aldridge appeared first on SLAMonline.
Wizards Expect John Wall Back vs. Grizzlies After Knee Discomfort
Sports Illustrated - 12 Dec 2017 23:00
John Wall has not played since Nov. 22.
Stephen Curry Wants To Have 'The Hottest Known Shoe'
SLAMonline - 12 Dec 2017 22:50
Curry says he wants his shoe "to be known as the best." The post Stephen Curry Wants To Have ‘The Hottest Known Shoe’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Is time running out on OKC's Big Three experiment?
ESPN - 12 Dec 2017 22:18
Russell Westbrook, Paul George and Carmelo Anthony have preached patience through the Thunder's tumultuous start. But as OKC's new stars prepare to face their old teams, a reunion tour has the feel of a season-defining r...
Kyle Kuzma Q&A: Life as a Fan Favorite in Lakerland
Sports Illustrated - 12 Dec 2017 21:38
Kyle Kuzma is taking Los Angeles by storm. The little-heralded rookie has transformed from afterthought to surprise breakout.
He Got Next
SLAMonline - 12 Dec 2017 21:10
Trainer Chris Brickley's explains how he made his "Black Ops" pick-up runs happen. The post He Got Next appeared first on SLAMonline.
Spurs' Leonard to make season debut vs. Mavs
ESPN - 12 Dec 2017 21:00
Spurs coach Gregg Popovich spoke succinctly Tuesday afternoon in announcing that star forward Kawhi Leonard would make his season debut against the Mavericks. "Kawhi is back tonight," Popovich said.
Spurs' Leonard makes season debut vs. Mavs
ESPN - 12 Dec 2017 21:00
Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard, who had missed all 27 of the team's games this season with right quadriceps tendinopathy, returned Tuesday for his first game since Game 1 of last season's Western Conference finals.
Not guilty plea in killing of Lorenzen Wright
ESPN - 12 Dec 2017 20:15
A man charged with killing former NBA player Lorenzen Wright more than seven years ago in Tennessee has pleaded not guilty.
NBA Kicks of the Night
SLAMonline - 12 Dec 2017 19:20
An Air Jordan kinda night. The post NBA Kicks of the Night appeared first on SLAMonline.
Joel Embiid on Being a Star: 'At Some Point They're Gonna Start Hating You'
SLAMonline - 12 Dec 2017 19:08
JoJo knows the adoration won't last. The post Joel Embiid on Being a Star: ‘At Some Point They’re Gonna Start Hating You’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: NBA Replacing NFL as 'League of America's Future'
SLAMonline - 12 Dec 2017 18:21
"America's sport is about who we want to be going forward." The post Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: NBA Replacing NFL as ‘League of America's Future’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Free From the Suns and the Salon, Eric Bledsoe Is Thriving
Sports Illustrated - 12 Dec 2017 18:19
With Eric Bledsoe in tow, the Bucks have improved on both ends and have started to turn promise into production.
NBA DFS Picks for December 12
Sports Illustrated - 12 Dec 2017 17:00
LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers take on the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday. The Hawks have done a better job containing James this season than most teams, but he remains one of the best centerpieces for DFS lineups on...
Joel Embiid: Sam Hinkie 'Lost His Job Because of Me'
SLAMonline - 12 Dec 2017 15:25
Embiid has love for Hinkie. The post Joel Embiid: Sam Hinkie ‘Lost His Job Because of Me’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Jahlil Okafor: 'I've Been Sitting Down Long Enough'
SLAMonline - 12 Dec 2017 14:55
Jah is ready for a fresh start in Brooklyn. The post Jahlil Okafor: ‘I’ve Been Sitting Down Long Enough’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Stephen Curry Q&A: 'I Shocked the Shoe Game'
Sports Illustrated - 12 Dec 2017 14:54
Stephen Curry took a chance on Under Armour, and it has paid off. With the release of the Curry 4, it looks like the Warriors star could have the final piece to the puzzle: respect in the sneaker game.
Has Bam Adebayo earned more minutes once Hassan Whiteside returns to Heat lineup?
Miami Herald - 12 Dec 2017 14:00
Before rookie Bam Adebayo came off the bench and played vitally important minutes in Monday night's win over the slumping Grizzlies at FedEx Forum, Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said he …