Basketball News
Ben Simmons Proving He Can Thrive As Philly's Lone Star
Sports Illustrated - 16 Apr 2018 15:43
The Philadelphia 76ers are obviously better with Joel Embiid on the court, but Ben Simmons is keeping Philadelphia afloat at the moment and proving he can function as their lone star.
After blowout loss to open the playoffs, can the Heat rebound in Game 2?
Miami Herald - 16 Apr 2018 14:45
Welcome to Bulletin Board Material, the Miami Herald's weekday roundup covering everything in the South Florida sports scene. A lot to discuss from the weekend. Let's get right to it. …
Victor Oladipo: Dan Gilbert's Paul George Comment 'Added Fuel to the Fire'
SLAMonline - 16 Apr 2018 12:55
"Can't control his opinion." The post Victor Oladipo: Dan Gilbert’s Paul George Comment ‘Added Fuel to the Fire’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Pacers Snap LeBron's First-Round Winning Streak as Cavs Open With a Dud
Sports Illustrated - 16 Apr 2018 02:59
LeBron James has been in worst spots in his career--as he detailed after Cleveland's Game 1 loss to the Pacers--but the Cavs will need to make some adjustments if they hope to elevate to the levels of previous Lebron-led...
How important is Markelle Fultz to a deep 76ers playoff run?
ESPN - 16 Apr 2018 02:50
As the Sixers chase a 2-0 lead over the Miami Heat and a deep postseason push, we dive into the impact their No. 1 draft pick can make.
Knicks have no interest in JVG, sources say
ESPN - 16 Apr 2018 23:05
Despite being the last coach to lead the Knicks to a conference title, New York isn't interested in hiring Jeff Van Gundy, sources tell ESPN.
Jerry Stackhouse in New York to interview for Knicks' head coach
NY Daily News - 16 Apr 2018 22:46
Jerry Stackhouse arrived today for an interview with the Knicks, the Daily News has learned.
Patrick McCaw Still Can't Sleep At Night Due To Pain From Scary Back Injury
SLAMonline - 16 Apr 2018 22:31
Speaking for the first time since suffering his scary back injury against the Kings on Mar. 31, Warriors guard Patrick McCaw told reporters he still can’t sleep at night due to the pain, via Melissa Rohlin of the Bay A...
Jazz's Mitchell has contusion; status TBD
ESPN - 16 Apr 2018 22:08
Jazz rookie Donovan Mitchell has a left foot contusion, and his status for Wednesday's game will be updated on Tuesday.
Report: Knicks Have Not Expressed Interest In Jeff Van Gundy For Coaching Job
SLAMonline - 16 Apr 2018 22:00
Contrary to a previous report, the New York Knicks have not expressed interest in hiring Jeff Van Gundy to be their next head coach, according to ESPN’s Ian Begley: The Knicks have not shown any interest in Jeff Van Gu...
Miami Heat's Bam Adebayo 'did OK' in playoff debut, but much more is needed
Miami Herald - 16 Apr 2018 21:50
Check another to-do off Bam Adebayo's impressive rookie bucket list. He has now appeared in a playoff game. It just didn't go how he would have preferred. Adebayo scored six …
Heat preparing for Embiid's return in Game 3; why Sixers coach has Spoelstra's respect
Miami Herald - 16 Apr 2018 21:18
The Philadelphia 76ers have not announced if All-Star center Joel Embiid will be back for Game 3 of its opening-round playoff series against the Miami Heat on Thursday night at …
This Heat season -- and his own wavering future -- depend on Hassan Whiteside rising up
Miami Herald - 16 Apr 2018 19:54
He is big. His salary is big. The pressure on him is big. The opportunity for him is big. Now all Hassan Whiteside has to do is come up big …
Report: Charlotte, Orlando To Interview Jerry Stackhouse For Head Coach Openings
SLAMonline - 16 Apr 2018 19:23
Add Charlotte and Orlando to the list of teams interested in Jerry Stackhouse as their potential new head coach. Both organizations plan to interview the 43-year-old former NBA player, reports Shams Charania of Yahoo Spo...
Victor Oladipo: 'We're Ready To Make A Run In These Playoffs'
SLAMonline - 16 Apr 2018 18:39
The Pacers made a big statement on Sunday, stealing game 1 of their playoff series against the Cavs (98-80) and snapping LeBron’s streak of 21 straight victories in the first round. All-Star shooting guard Victor Oladi...
NBA Playoff Kicks of the Night
SLAMonline - 16 Apr 2018 18:35
Recapping 50 of the best kicks from the opening weekend of the 2018 NBA Playoffs. The post NBA Playoff Kicks of the Night appeared first on SLAMonline.
Updated NBA Draft Lottery Odds: Every Team's Chance at the No. 1 Pick
Sports Illustrated - 16 Apr 2018 18:35
The tank is finally over.
The Divide Between Kawhi Leonard and the Spurs
Sports Illustrated - 16 Apr 2018 18:27
Kawhi Leonard is expected to miss the remainder of the NBA playoffs. His absence could be the clearest sign that there is division between the Spurs and their star.
Shaq: Karl-Anthony Towns Needs To Demand The Ball
SLAMonline - 16 Apr 2018 18:12
After Karl-Anthony Towns scored just 8 points in 40 minutes in his playoff debut on Sunday, Shaquille O’Neal said that Towns needs to demand the ball on the offensive end. Shaq’s advice to Towns: “Run to the middle...
Report: Clippers Planning a Trade Package for Kawhi Leonard
SLAMonline - 16 Apr 2018 18:10
L.A. is one of several teams keeping tabs on the Kawhi saga. The post Report: Clippers Planning a Trade Package for Kawhi Leonard appeared first on SLAMonline.
Ranking All 15 of LeBron James's Signature Sneakers
Sports Illustrated - 16 Apr 2018 18:09
LeBron James's dominance doesn't stop at the basketball court. The Crossover recognizes his long lineage in the sneaker space and ranks his best models.
Hal Greer, Hall of Fame Jump Shooter for 76ers, Is Dead at 81
The New York Times - 16 Apr 2018 17:46
In the era of Oscar Robertson and Jerry West, Greer was a brilliant and prolific star guard in his own right, leading Philadelphia to the 1967 title.