Basketball News
Warriors clear spot for Cook by waiving Casspi
ESPN - 8 Apr 2018 08:04
The Golden State Warriors waived forward Omri Casspi after their loss to New Orleans on Saturday, clearing a roster spot in order to make room for Quinn Cook to be on the playoff roster.
Kerr happier with Warriors' effort despite loss
ESPN - 8 Apr 2018 07:35
After calling his team's effort "pathetic" in a loss to the Pacers earlier this week, Warriors coach Steve Kerr was happier with their effort despite Saturday's loss to the Pelicans, which was sealed by a costly Kevin Du...
Anthony Davis Leads Pelicans to First Win in Oakland Since 2012
SLAMonline - 8 Apr 2018 06:34
Anthony Davis ended the Pelicans’ 14-game losing streak at Oracle Arena and it couldn’t have come at a better time. Davis’ 34 points, 12 rebounds, four assists, four blocks and two steals kept the Pelicans at fifth...
Will Barton recaptured thrill with Nuggets after 'darkest times' in NBA
ESPN - 8 Apr 2018 01:28
After waiting his turn for years, the Nuggets' do-it-all sixth man is helping Denver make a playoff push.
With Riley waiting for stars to emerge, here's the bottom line on the Heat's young players
Miami Herald - 8 Apr 2018 23:46
The offseason approach, once Gordon Hayward chose Boston last July, could easily be rationalized - sign a bunch of pretty good players with the hope they would be better than …
Former Lakers GM Mitch Kupchak Reportedly Agrees to General Manager, President Position with Hornets...
SLAMonline - 8 Apr 2018 23:34
Longtime Lakers General Manager Mitch Kupchak has reportedly agreed to the General Manager and President position for the Charlotte Hornets. Mitch Kupchak has agreed to a deal to become President and General Manager of t...
J.R. Smith says he can't see LeBron James coming to Knicks
NY Daily News - 8 Apr 2018 23:12
Dwyane Wade offered a smirking "good luck" when asked Friday night about the recruitment billboard of LeBron James.
How the Heat can help its overworked video department with a win Monday over OKC
Miami Herald - 8 Apr 2018 22:55
As a former video coordinator and someone who developed game plans for upcoming opponents for Pat Riley during his first 13 years with the Heat, Erik Spoelstra got used to …
Who deserves MVP, Rookie of Year? Heat coach, players reveal picks for top awards
Miami Herald - 8 Apr 2018 21:55
With two home games left in the regular season before the playoffs, we asked nine Miami Heat players and coach Erik Spoelstra on Sunday for their opinions on the league's …
Warriors waive Omri casspi
InsideHoops - 8 Apr 2018 06:32
The Golden State Warriors have waived forward Omri Casspi. According to multiple reports, the Warriors plan to sign Quinn Cook, and needed the roster spot. Casspi appeared in 53 games (seven starts) this season, averagin...
Post Up: Anthony Davis and Kevin Durant Duel as Playoff Race Tightens
SLAMonline - 8 Apr 2018 06:19
Bucks 115 (43-27), Knicks 102 (28-52) The Knicks struggled to find a consistent offensive spark as Tim Hardaway Jr. sat out with a left ankle sprain; meanwhile, the Bucks were able to overcome the absences of Giannis Ant...
Kristaps Porzingis' injury shows how vital he is to the franchise
NY Daily News - 8 Apr 2018 05:50
Before he landed awkwardly on the Garden floor Kristaps Porzingis was the only reason to watch the Knicks.
Jordan Crawford Makes Pelicans Debut in Big Baller Brand ZO2 Kicks
SLAMonline - 8 Apr 2018 04:59
Jordan Crawford tweeted almost a year ago to let the world know he was copping a pair of ZO2 Prime Remix kicks and didn’t take long to lace ’em up once he had the chance, becoming the first NBA player not named Lonzo...
Nikola Jokic Records Ninth Triple-Double of the Season
SLAMonline - 8 Apr 2018 00:41
Despite being only 23 years old, Nikola Jokic has already established himself as one of the most well-rounded big men in the NBA. The Serbian recorded his ninth triple-double of the year with 23 points, 11 rebounds and 1...
Kyrie has 2nd surgery, will be ready for camp
ESPN - 8 Apr 2018 00:23
Kyrie Irving's surgery went "exactly as planned," Celtics president of basketball operations Danny Ainge said in a statement Saturday.
Isaiah Thomas Doesn't Regret Playing Through Torn Labrum with Boston Celtics
SLAMonline - 8 Apr 2018 00:14
When speaking to reporters Friday night, Isaiah Thomas was adamant that he doesn’t regret playing through a torn labrum during the 2017 playoffs with the Boston Celtics. “I don’t regret it. At that time, I was goin...