Basketball News
Kevin Durant to become free agent, will resign with Warriors
NY Daily News - 11 Apr 2018 16:35
Kevin Durant will become a free agent this summer, but he's reportedly not going anywhere.
NBA Awards: LeBron James is easily the MVP over James Harden
NY Daily News - 11 Apr 2018 14:53
LeBron James will play his 82nd game of the season against the Knicks Wednesday night, carrying a team of misfits to a top-4 seed.
Andre Ingram Scores 19 Points in NBA Debut
Sports Illustrated - 11 Apr 2018 13:48
After 10-year wait, G League veteran Andre Ingram scores 19 points in Lakers debut.
76ers Unveil "Phila Unite" Campaign Ahead of First Playoff Berth Since 2011-12
Sports Illustrated - 11 Apr 2018 06:47
In honor of the 76ers first playoff berth since 2011-2012, the team unveiled its new brand campaign called "Phila Unite," for Philadelphia's playoff run.
Sixers beat Atlanta for 15th consecutive win
ESPN - 11 Apr 2018 06:00
JJ Redick scored 28 points and the surging Philadelphia 76ers set a franchise record with their 15th consecutive victory, holding off the Atlanta Hawks 121-113 Tuesday night to move a step closer to locking up the No. 3 ...
Dwight Howard Passes Shaquille O'Neal For 14th On All-Time Rebounding List
SLAMonline - 11 Apr 2018 02:59
With a third quarter rebound in the Hornets’ season-ending game against the Pacers on Tuesday night, Dwight Howard passed Shaquille O’Neal to move into 14th place on the NBA’s all-time rebounding list. Congrats to ...
Dirk's plan: Play next year, then 'go from there'
ESPN - 11 Apr 2018 02:56
Dirk Nowitzki says he never wavered in his goal of completing the two-year contract he signed with the Mavs last summer, adding that he wants to help the team "push through the tough times."
Report: West Coaches, Execs Don't Fear Warriors Without Stephen Curry
SLAMonline - 11 Apr 2018 21:44
Several Western Conference coaches and executives reportedly don’t fear the Warriors in the playoffs without Stephen Curry. During the Warriors’ 79-119 blowout loss to Utah on Tuesday, “several coaches and execs”...
Key point about the Nuggets vs Timberwolves game tonight
InsideHoops - 11 Apr 2018 21:17
The Nuggets and Timberwolves play in Minnesota tonight. The winner makes the NBA playoffs. The loser has to go home and stare at a wall. Or they can watch TV. Maybe eat something. Or hop on a plane and fly to an exotic o...
Raptors change Lorenzo Brown contract from two-way to standard
InsideHoops - 11 Apr 2018 20:19
The Toronto Raptors have converted guard Lorenzo Brown to a standard NBA contract. Brown, who signed a two-way contract July 25, 2017, is now eligible to participate for the Raptors in the playoffs. Brown has appeared in...
Chris Paul Is Now Part Owner of a Minor League Baseball Team
Sports Illustrated - 11 Apr 2018 20:11
CP3 is a new part owner of his hometown minor league team.
After Andre Ingram inspires, here are 6 other unusual pro debuts
NY Daily News - 11 Apr 2018 20:05
Andre Ingram wowed sports fans Tuesday night. Which got us thinking: Who else made delayed pro debuts in unusual circumstances?
RJ Barrett, Josh Green Impress For Team World at Nike Hoop Summit
SLAMonline - 11 Apr 2018 19:57
Five-star wings RJ Barrett and Josh Green showed out in front of dozens of NBA scouts during Day 2 of the Nike Hoop Summit on Tuesday. Barrett, a Toronto native, displayed the long-distance range and explosive finishing ...
Heat starter 'doubtful' to face Raptors; Toronto motivated to reach 60-win mark
Miami Herald - 11 Apr 2018 19:20
Goran Dragic hates sitting out games and being a spectator -- especially when he feels like he could play. But the Heat's All-Star point guard looks like he's going to …
Report: Luc Mbah a Moute Likely To Miss First Round With Dislocated Shoulder
SLAMonline - 11 Apr 2018 19:12
After dislocating his right shoulder on Tuesday, Rockets forward Luc Mbah a Moute will likely miss the first round of the playoffs. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, there’s no timetable for his return. After M...
Brett Brown: Ben Simmons 'Stone-Cold Rookie of the Year'
SLAMonline - 11 Apr 2018 18:50
Brown sticks up for his guy. The post Brett Brown: Ben Simmons ‘Stone-Cold Rookie of the Year’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
8 fun facts about Lakers rookie Andre Ingram after 19-point debut
NY Daily News - 11 Apr 2018 18:49
The biggest star in Los Angeles Tuesday night was Lakers rookie Andre Ingram.
Russell Westbrook Responds To Claims of Stat-Padding
SLAMonline - 11 Apr 2018 18:44
Russell Westbrook is tired of the narrative that he’s “stealing rebounds” in order to pad his stats. At shootaround on Wednesday, Westbrook told reporters, “If you don't want [the rebound], I'ma get it. Simple as...
G League MVP's contract upgraded by Raptors
ESPN - 11 Apr 2018 18:43
G League MVP Lorenzo Brown is now eligible for the NBA playoffs after having his two-way deal converted to an NBA deal by the Toronto Raptors.
Jeff Hornacek makes his pitch to return to the Knicks
NY Daily News - 11 Apr 2018 18:15
Jeff Hornacek plans to discuss his future with the Knicks front office on Thursday.
NBA Kicks of the Night
SLAMonline - 11 Apr 2018 18:09
Nellys, Oilers, Bentley Ellis IXs and Devin Booker's Nike Zoom Kobe 1 Protros lead a parade of sick kicks. The post NBA Kicks of the Night appeared first on SLAMonline.
France's Okobo enters draft, 'one of the best'
ESPN - 11 Apr 2018 17:53
Elie Okobo, who is having one of the most productive seasons in French ProA history for a draft-eligible player, will enter the NBA draft, saying he's "one of the best point guards in the draft."