Basketball News
Trail Blazers sign Georgios Papagiannis through next season
InsideHoops - 19 Mar 2018 07:20
The Portland Trail Blazers have signed center Georgios Papagiannis to a contract through the 2018-19 season. Originally signed to a 10-day contract on March 8, Papagiannis holds career averages of 4.2 points (51.0% FG, 8...
NBA Power Rankings: The Trail Blazers Are Ready for Their Close-Up
Sports Illustrated - 19 Mar 2018 15:00
The Portland Trail Blazers, who have won 13 straight, are climbing through these power rankings. With big games on the horizon, they have a chance to make a statement.
Chris Paul: I'll pay Gerald Green's fine after he had my back
NY Daily News - 19 Mar 2018 14:39
Chris Paul and Gerald Green have each other's back.
Isaiah Thomas on Returning to Celtics: 'Anything Can Happen'
SLAMonline - 19 Mar 2018 05:09
Isaiah Thomas was in the middle of a Twitter Q+A when a fan asked him if he would consider signing with the Celtics during the offseason. Anything can happen — Isaiah Thomas (@isaiahthomas) March 19, 2018 Thomas avera...
Ainge clarifies 'setback' reference on Hayward
ESPN - 19 Mar 2018 04:47
Danny Ainge sought to clarify his comments on Gordon Hayward having a "setback" a month and a half ago in his rehab from a fractured ankle, saying that wasn't accurate and perhaps too strong a word.
Members of the Heat -- wearing 'Parkland Strong' t-shirts -- attend Douglas basketball event
Miami Herald - 19 Mar 2018 01:21
The Miami Heat continued its efforts to support family members, friends and the community impacted by the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School last month with an appearance at …
Kevin Love To Play After Missing 20 Games With Broken Hand
SLAMonline - 19 Mar 2018 23:30
After missing 20 games with a broken hand, Kevin Love will make his return against the Bucks on Monday. According to ESPN’s Nick Friedell, Love will play his first game since January 30. Cavs coach Larry Drew says Kevi...
Cavs' Jordan Clarkson: Humans were giants with pet dinosaurs
NY Daily News - 19 Mar 2018 23:06
Jordan Clarkson thinks prehistoric humans may have been giants.
Penny Hardaway & East Memphis HS Claim 3rd Consecutive State Title
SLAMonline - 19 Mar 2018 23:05
In what may have been his last game as a high school coach, Penny Hardaway led East Memphis HS to its third consecutive state title over the weekend after defeating Whitehaven HS for the Class AAA crown. Penny is now rep...
LeBron James once gained seven pounds in a game: report
NY Daily News - 19 Mar 2018 22:03
LeBron James apparently carries more than his weight in the NBA playoffs.
Report: Steve Francis Arrested For Public Intoxication
SLAMonline - 19 Mar 2018 22:02
Former Houston Rockets star Steve Francis was reportedly arrested for public intoxication on Sunday night in Burbank, CA. According to TMZ, Francis was arrested after police were notified of an unruly patron in a hotel b...
LeBron James Gained 7 Pounds During a Single Playoff Game
SLAMonline - 19 Mar 2018 21:18
LeBron James gained 7 pounds during a conference finals game as a member of the Miami Heat. According to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, LeBron went from 271 to 278 pounds during the course of the game. 3 years ago LeBron Jame...
Ex-NBA star Francis cited for public intoxication
ESPN - 19 Mar 2018 21:14
Steve Francis was arrested in Burbank, California after a disturbance at a hotel bar Sunday night and cited for public intoxication.
Parkland visit 'emotional' experience for Heat player who lost father to gun violence
Miami Herald - 19 Mar 2018 20:32
Wayne Ellington understands what it's like to hide pain and anger with a smile. Four years ago, just after helping lead the Lakers to their first win of the season, …
Tankathon.com Helps NBA Fans Embrace The Suck
SLAMonline - 19 Mar 2018 20:00
I suppose it should be just as hard to find Matt Hoover as it was. He is secretly running a website for the basketball version of apostates and people on the lam, and it feels kind of like a gang. I have joined that gang...
LeBron James: Losing Tyronn Lue 'Like Losing One of Your Best Players'
SLAMonline - 19 Mar 2018 19:43
LeBron James said that losing Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue is similar to the team losing one of its best players. At shootaround on Monday, LeBron called Lue “pretty much the captain of our ship” (starting at 0:32): "I...
As playoffs near, Heat can afford to be extra cautious with these injured players
Miami Herald - 19 Mar 2018 19:26
The Miami Heat enters Monday's game against the Denver Nuggets with a comfortable 6 1/2-game lead over the Detroit Pistons for the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference with …
Kevin Durant Asked Jarrett Jack About Stephen Curry Before Joining Warriors
SLAMonline - 19 Mar 2018 19:26
Kevin Durant says Jarrett Jack--a fellow DMV native and former Warrior--was the first player he called when considering joining Golden State. In a story by Bleacher Report’s Yaron Weitzman, Durant said he asked Jack ab...
When Tyronn Lue Returns, the Resilient Cavs Will Be Waiting
Sports Illustrated - 19 Mar 2018 19:04
Tyronn Lue, who will focus on his health during a leave of absence, should take all the time he needs. Whenever he returns, the resilient Cavaliers will be waiting for him.
Chris Paul Will Pay Gerald Green's Fine for Shove, Ejection
SLAMonline - 19 Mar 2018 18:56
Chris Paul says he’ll pay any fine that results from Gerald Green shoving Gorgui Dieng during Rockets’ 129-120 win over Minnesota on Sunday. Green came to Paul’s defense after Dieng pushed Paul with 10 minutes left...
HOLDAT Podcast: Why You Should Never Prank Matt Barnes
Sports Illustrated - 19 Mar 2018 18:38
In the latest episode of the HOLDAT Podcast, Carlos Boozer and Nate Robinson dish advice to NBA rookies on how they can avoid being hazed, including one golden rule involving Matt Barnes.
Steven Adams on Ibaka Groin Kick: 'Serge Is Not The Most Coordinated Guy'
SLAMonline - 19 Mar 2018 18:12
Raptors forward Serge Ibaka accidentally kneed his former Thunder teammate Steven Adams in the groin during Sunday’s game in Toronto. Haven't had a Steven Adams groin shot in a while. Adams to the locker room after the...