Basketball News
New Pregame Trickery: Distract the Visiting Team With Bad YouTube Videos
The New York Times - 5 Jan 2018 16:56
Rutgers is out in front with the latest form of gamesmanship. Just watch the Mr. Trololo video to understand how this tactic might work.
Report: Spurs 'Tried Really, Really Hard to Get' Kyrie Irving
SLAMonline - 5 Jan 2018 15:55
There was a concerted effort in San Antonio to acquire Kyrie. The post Report: Spurs ‘Tried Really, Really Hard to Get’ Kyrie Irving appeared first on SLAMonline.
Dennis Smith Jr doing big things for Mavs
InsideHoops - 5 Jan 2018 15:05
A post shared by Dallas Mavericks (@dallasmavs) on Jan 3, 2018 at 7:58pm PST Judging by their season records, the Mavericks (13-26) and Bulls (13-25) are two of the less potent teams in the league. But a glance at recent...
Greek Freak ahead of LeBron on All-Star ballots
ESPN - 5 Jan 2018 01:46
Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is ahead of the Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James by nearly 7,500 votes after the first 12 days of the All-Star fan vote.
Giannis Antetokounmpo Would Pick LeBron James First in All-Star Draft
SLAMonline - 5 Jan 2018 23:32
"You never know, he might come play (in Milwaukee)." The post Giannis Antetokounmpo Would Pick LeBron James First in All-Star Draft appeared first on SLAMonline.
Matur Maker to skip college, enter NBA draft
ESPN - 5 Jan 2018 23:02
Matur Maker, the younger brother of Thon Maker, will skip college and enter the 2018 NBA draft, his guardian told ESPN.
Second wind: Porzingis refreshed after off day
ESPN - 5 Jan 2018 23:01
After an off day following back-to-back games, Knicks star Kristaps Porzingis said he's no longer "tired" but jokingly hopes the Heat bought in to his "strategy."
Derrick Rose Says 'There's A Chance' He Returns on Cavs' Road Trip
SLAMonline - 5 Jan 2018 22:56
D-Rose has missed the last 26 games. The post Derrick Rose Says ‘There’s A Chance’ He Returns on Cavs’ Road Trip appeared first on SLAMonline.
On Pro Basketball: When the Knicks Visit Dallas, Only One Thing Will Be Missing
The New York Times - 5 Jan 2018 22:23
Sunday's game will match two rookie guards who have been a source of intrigue, fed in part by LeBron James. There will also be a retirement ceremony, and Mark Cuban without his longtime soapbox.
Kristaps Porzingis Thinks He'll Be Named An All-Star
SLAMonline - 5 Jan 2018 22:11
KP believes he'll get the coaches' vote if he's not a starter. The post Kristaps Porzingis Thinks He’ll Be Named An All-Star appeared first on SLAMonline.
Lakers' Ball to return after 6-game absence Fri.
ESPN - 5 Jan 2018 21:30
Lakers coach Luke Walton said Lonzo Ball's shoulder still isn't 100 percent, but the rookie will return Friday night after missing the past six games.
SEE IT: Carmelo Anthony drops F-Bomb on live TV
NY Daily News - 5 Jan 2018 20:50
Carmelo Anthony said one of the seven dirty words on live television.
SEE IT: Shaq runs over Charles Barkley on 'NBA on TNT'
NY Daily News - 5 Jan 2018 20:33
Shaquille O'Neal may have missed his calling as an NFL fullback.
Could Heat's Waiters be headed for surgery sooner than expected? Spoelstra weighs in
Miami Herald - 5 Jan 2018 20:21
Although coach Erik Spoelstra said Friday the Heat still has not had any discussions about having Dion Waiters shelved for the remainder of the season to surgically repair his troublesome …
Report: Nikola Mirotic 'Standing Firm' on Trade Request
SLAMonline - 5 Jan 2018 18:16
Niko still wants out of Chicago. The post Report: Nikola Mirotic ‘Standing Firm’ on Trade Request appeared first on SLAMonline.
LaVar Ball Makes Bold Proclamation on Lithuanian Reporter's Hat
Sports Illustrated - 5 Jan 2018 18:16
LaVar Ball is making predictions with autographs now.
Trae Young and the Most Entertaining NBA Draft Debate in Years
Sports Illustrated - 5 Jan 2018 18:05
Is Trae Young for real? Will he be the next Steph Curry? Will he be the No. 1 pick? The Oklahoma freshman has taken the college basketball world by storm--and we can't stop wondering about his future.
Draymond Green now all-time Warriors triple-double leader
InsideHoops - 5 Jan 2018 17:57
A post shared by Draymond Green (@money23green) on Nov 21, 2017 at 5:03pm PST The Warriors are 31-8, leading the NBA in winning percentage as well as in multiple important stat categories, and as good as expected. Dra...
The Warriors' Death Lineup Is on Ice
Sports Illustrated - 5 Jan 2018 17:48
As the focal point of the entire league, the Warriors are always changing. Here, we assess all the differences, including the Death Lineup, life without Steph and more.
Gary Harris scoring big for Nuggets
InsideHoops - 5 Jan 2018 17:46
A post shared by Gary Harris (@thats_g_) on Dec 14, 2017 at 2:43pm PST The Nuggets are 20-17 this season, good for sixth in the Western conference, narrowly ahead of the Trail Blazers and Pelicans. A solid record, consid...
NBA DFS Picks for January 5
Sports Illustrated - 5 Jan 2018 16:27
Damian Lillard returned from injury earlier this week, putting up 25 points and six rebounds in just 33 minutes. He's at the center of our DFS lineup picks for Friday's 10-game slate. Find out who fills in around him at ...
Michael Beasley: Erik Spoelstra 'Could've Believed in Me a Lot More'
SLAMonline - 5 Jan 2018 15:25
Beasley looks back on his three Miami stints. The post Michael Beasley: Erik Spoelstra ‘Could’ve Believed in Me a Lot More’ appeared first on SLAMonline.