Basketball News
LeBron James on All-Star Game: 'Both Teams Are Going To Compete'
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2018 16:07
Following the Cavs’ 120-112 win over OKC on Tuesday, LeBron James promised that the players will compete in Sunday’s All-Star Game. LeBron added that fans and players alike deserve a competitive All-Star Game (starti...
Shaun White Wins Third Olympic Gold in Halfpipe
Sports Illustrated - 14 Feb 2018 05:07
White, 31, took home his third Olympic gold with a sparkling run that earned a score of 97.75.
Tyronn Lue Wouldn't Let Cavs Players Coach Themselves
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2018 15:35
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John Wall And Marcin Gortat Meet To Talk About Twitter Beef
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2018 07:51
When Marcin Gortat tweeted about what a great “team” win the Wizards had on February 1st over the Raptors, it was viewed as a potential dig at Wizards’ All-Star guard John Wall, who has been out of the lineup since...
Knicks' future uncertain with Porzingis surgery, Hardaway slump
NY Daily News - 14 Feb 2018 02:49
As Kristaps Porzingis was having his left knee surgically repaired, Tim Hardaway Jr. was busy trying to piece together his jump shot.
Durant On Criticism Of Players Coaching: 'Everybody Loves To Hate On Warriors'
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2018 23:30
Steve Kerr allowed his players to coach during the Warriors 129-83 blowout victory over the Suns on Monday, prompting backlash from followers of the NBA. Two days later, as Kerr’s decision continued to be discussed, Ke...
Michael Jordan Put On a Helluva Show at '88 All-Star Weekend
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2018 23:13
Back in February of 1988, 30 years ago, Michael Jordan was in his young and frisky prime. The NBA All-Star Game was held that year in Chicago at the old and raucous Chicago Stadium, Jordan's beloved home that would be to...
Hawks 'swipe' wedding tab for Tinder couple
ESPN - 14 Feb 2018 23:08
The Atlanta Hawks will not only pick up the wedding tab for a couple who met on "Swipe Right Night" in 2015, they will also host the celebration at the team's arena.
Aleali May on Working with Jordan Brand
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2018 23:02
Los Angeles-based stylist Aleali May and Jordan Brand hosted a pop-up shop inside UNDFTD on La Brea Avenue to celebrate her collaboration with the Jumpman back in October. The release, which was the first time a female d...
Kristaps Porzingis Post Surgery: 'I'm Attacking My Rehab Right Away'
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2018 21:51
Knicks star Kristaps Porzingis had successful surgery on his torn ACL this week, and posted a message on social media on his way back from the hospital: On my way home from the hospital. First of all I want to thank you ...
Doc: Ray Allen 'Didn't Want To Be A Distraction' On Paul Pierce's Jersey Retirem...
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2018 21:45
Ray Allen didn’t attend Paul Pierce‘s jersey retirement ceremony because he thought he would be a distraction, according to Doc Rivers. Rivers said that Allen considered coming, but ultimately thought the focus would...
Kristaps Porzingis shares Instagram message after surgery
NY Daily News - 14 Feb 2018 21:43
A day after undergoing surgery to repair his torn left ACL, Kristaps Porzingis offered an encouraging message for fans in an Instagram post.
Pelicans sign Emeka Okafor to second 10-day contract
InsideHoops - 14 Feb 2018 21:40
The New Orleans Pelicans today signed forward/center Emeka Okafor to a second 10-day contract. Okafor, 6-10, 252, who was originally signed to a 10-day contract by New Orleans on Feb. 3, has appeared in three games, incl...
Ball (knee) expects to return right after break
ESPN - 14 Feb 2018 21:24
Lonzo Ball (sprained left MCL) will miss his 14th consecutive game on Wednesday, but he expects to return in the Lakers' first game after the All-Star break.
A rapper celebrated Dwyane Wade's return to Miami in the best way he knows
Miami Herald - 14 Feb 2018 21:02
Rapper Mike Smiff was in New York on Thursday when he heard the news: Dwyane Wade was coming back to Miami. Wrapped up in excitement about Wade's return, Smiff knew …
Bulls' Dunn returning after 11-game absence
ESPN - 14 Feb 2018 20:49
Chicago Bulls point guard Kris Dunn will play Wednesday night against Toronto after missing the past 11 games due to a concussion.
Elfrid Payton: Duo With Devin Booker Has 'A Chance To Be Special'
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2018 20:34
Elfrid Payton thinks that he and Devin Booker have “a chance to be special” as teammates on the Phoenix Suns. In an interview with HoopsHype’s Alex Kennedy, Payton said that he’s looking forward to making the gam...
Report: De'Aaron Fox Replaces Lonzo Ball In Rising Stars Game
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2018 20:31
With Lonzo Ball sidelined by an MCL sprain, Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox will replace him in the upcoming Rising Stars game at All-Star Weekend, reports Yahoo Sports‘ Shams Charania: Sacramento rookie De’Aaron Fo...
Peja Stojakovic Helped Pave The Way for European Players
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2018 20:27
Before bombs leveled the supermarket owned by his parents, before he and his family, like herds of other Serbians, were forced to flee their home in the Croatian town of Požega for the simple reason that they were Serbi...
Louis King Is Ready To Put On For The Garden State
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2018 20:24
If you ever need some insight into the confidence and state of mind of New Jersey hoopers right now, we suggest you have a talk with Louis King. "People should know that New Jersey started basketball," says the Oregon co...
2018 All-Star Game: Who is in the Slam Dunk Contest This Year?
Sports Illustrated - 14 Feb 2018 20:12
Find out who is in the dunk contest this year.
Report: Amar'e Stoudemire To Join BIG3 League
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2018 19:50
Former NBA All-Star Amar’e Stoudemire will join the BIG3 League for its upcoming second season, reports ESPN‘s Ian Begley: Stoudemire will serve as a captain of the Tri-State team, alongside Jermaine O’Neal and Nat...