Basketball News
Nate Robinson Talks BIG3, Kyrie Irving's Sneakers and Gatorade's #TheDebut
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2018 15:04
We caught up with Nate Robinson to talk about his role in Gatorade's brand new Twitter live-streaming series featuring top high school hoops talent. The post Nate Robinson Talks BIG3, Kyrie Irving’s Sneakers and Gatora...
The Crossover's 2018 NBA All-Star Game Starters
Sports Illustrated - 17 Jan 2018 14:12
With the 2018 NBA All-Star Game just a month away, The Crossover reveals its official starters ballot, which features three Warriors, two new faces and no DeMar DeRozans.
The NBA's International Takeover: How Sarunas Marciulionis Opened Pandora's Box
Sports Illustrated - 17 Jan 2018 17:02
How did the NBA's international boom truly begin? It wasn't with the Dream Team. It started with a Christian basketball team, a scout making $25,000 a year and a rising star named Sarunas Marciulionis.
Clippers have found their identity, but how long will it last?
ESPN - 17 Jan 2018 06:17
While Blake Griffin and Co. have regrouped after the departure of Chris Paul, the team still faces a very uncertain future.
Thanks, Mom: Bulls salute mothers with memorable trip
ESPN - 17 Jan 2018 05:35
In what might be a first for the NBA, the Bulls brought their moms on the road with them, giving the mothers, sons and teammates a unique opportunity to bond and reminisce.
Jo Jo White, Celtics legend, dead at 71
NY Daily News - 17 Jan 2018 05:05
Celtics legend Jo Jo White died Tuesday.
Arron Afflalo And Nemanja Bjelica Throw Down, Get Ejected
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2018 03:17
NBA or WWE? The post Arron Afflalo And Nemanja Bjelica Throw Down, Get Ejected appeared first on SLAMonline.
Tracy McGrady: Pelicans Should Break Up Anthony Davis, DeMarcus Cousins
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2018 23:28
T-Mac says he would trade AD if Boogie commits. The post Tracy McGrady: Pelicans Should Break Up Anthony Davis, DeMarcus Cousins appeared first on SLAMonline.
adidas Crazy Boost You Wear Dropping on January 27
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2018 23:21
Adidas' newest basketball sneaker will drop on January 27 in limited quantities and then on February 15 globally. The post adidas Crazy Boost You Wear Dropping on January 27 appeared first on SLAMonline.
The eye-opening numbers on Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside's fourth-quarter minutes
Miami Herald - 17 Jan 2018 21:32
You might not know much about NBA players Fred VanVleet, David Nwaba, Bryn Forbes and Ski Labissiere, but they share something in common: All are averaging more fourth-quarter minutes, in …
Kawhi Leonard Out Indefnitely As Struggles With Quad Injury Continue
Sports Illustrated - 17 Jan 2018 21:24
Leonard has played in just eight games this season as he's dealt with right quadriceps tendinopathy.
Kawhi Leonard Out Indefinitely With Quadricep Tendinopathy
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2018 21:22
Pop: "He's frustrated as hell." The post Kawhi Leonard Out Indefinitely With Quadricep Tendinopathy appeared first on SLAMonline.
'This kid, he's going to be a superstar': Jayson Tatum is no average rookie
ESPN - 17 Jan 2018 21:21
Danny Ainge knew he picked a winner when Boston landed Jayson Tatum, but the Celtics had no idea they'd be hitting the jackpot with their 19-year-old wing.
Kawhi out indefinitely with quad injury
ESPN - 17 Jan 2018 21:13
Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard is out indefinitely as he rehabs a quad injury that cost him the first 27 games of the season.
The Miami Heat's Tyler Johnson discusses his injury, his big fear and when he'll return
Miami Herald - 17 Jan 2018 20:59
Relieved his injury isn't as bad as initially feared, Heat guard Tyler Johnson said Wednesday that the injury around his left foot likely will sideline him a matter of days, …
Kevin Garnett On Paul Pierce's Jersey Retirement: 'Isaiah Who?'
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2018 20:13
KG agrees with his former teammate. The post Kevin Garnett On Paul Pierce’s Jersey Retirement: ‘Isaiah Who?’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Lakers' Ball out, Ingram to return vs. Thunder
ESPN - 17 Jan 2018 20:11
Los Angeles Lakers head coach Luke Walton says guard Lonzo Ball (knee) will not play Wednesday night versus Oklahoma City, but forward Brandon Ingram will return after a one-game absence stemming from an ankle injury.
Sources: Rockets' Harden set to play Thursday
ESPN - 17 Jan 2018 19:36
The Rockets plan for James Harden to return from a hamstring injury Thursday against the Wolves.
Report: LeBron James Was Against The Cavs Trading Kyrie Irving
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2018 19:34
Bron was "publicly supportive" but privately against trading Kyrie. The post Report: LeBron James Was Against The Cavs Trading Kyrie Irving appeared first on SLAMonline.
Rajon Rondo on Isaiah Thomas: 'What Has He Done (For The Celtics)?'
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2018 19:03
Rondo points out that IT only led Boston to the conference finals. The post Rajon Rondo on Isaiah Thomas: ‘What Has He Done (For The Celtics)?’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Nemanja Bjelica: 'I Don't Know What's Wrong With [Arron Afflalo]'
SLAMonline - 17 Jan 2018 17:59
Bjelica said he was trying "to calm him down because he was wild." The post Nemanja Bjelica: ‘I Don't Know What’s Wrong With [Arron Afflalo]’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
It Only Takes One Team to Make Anfernee Simons an NBA First-Rounder
Sports Illustrated - 17 Jan 2018 17:18
During a weeklong scouting trip, the Front Office's Jeremy Woo recently watched IMG Academy Star Anfernee Simons in person and assessed his NBA prospects.