Basketball News
Kevin Durant: LeBron James to the Lakers a 'Perfect Move'
SLAMonline - 26 Jul 2018 13:55
"It's going to make his book even more interesting when it's done." The post Kevin Durant: LeBron James to the Lakers a ‘Perfect Move’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Carmelo Anthony: Offseason Turmoil the 'New Norm'
SLAMonline - 26 Jul 2018 12:55
"It's on to the next chapter." The post Carmelo Anthony: Offseason Turmoil the ‘New Norm’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Hornets sign Jaylen Barford, Zach Smith and Isaiah Wilkins to training camp roster
InsideHoops - 26 Jul 2018 23:33
The Charlotte Hornets have signed guard Jaylen Barford and forwards Zach Smith and Isaiah Wilkins to the team's training camp roster. In two years at Arkansas, the 6-3 Barford averaged 15.3 points, 3.8 rebounds and 2.3 a...
Jimmy Butler undergoes procedure on hand
InsideHoops - 26 Jul 2018 22:23
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Jimmy Butler underwent an elective right hand procedure on Tuesday, July 24. The team says that Butler has already returned to offseason activities. It’s unknown if those offseason ...
JJ Redick: 'I Almost Signed With Indy'
SLAMonline - 26 Jul 2018 22:14
Before reaching an agreement to re-sign with the 76ers, JJ Redick revealed he nearly joined Victor Oladipo and the Pacers in The JJ Redick Podcast. The 34-year-old revealed he was very close to leaving Philadelphia: "I a...
Get to Know High School Viral Sensation JULIAN NEWMAN
SLAMonline - 26 Jul 2018 22:04
Julian Newman — the featured player in the first game of the upcoming SLAM Showdown — has been in the national spotlight since FIFTH GRADE, when he became a starter for Downey Christian’s HS varsity team at just 4-...
Sixers sign Shake Milton to two-way contract
InsideHoops - 26 Jul 2018 21:17
The Philadelphia 76ers have signed guard Shake Milton to a two-way contract. The 76ers acquired the draft rights to Milton (No. 54 overall) from Dallas in a draft-night trade in exchange for the draft rights to the No. 5...
Celtics sign Jabari Bird
InsideHoops - 26 Jul 2018 20:59
Bird is back in Boston! Alright, fine, it’s a different Bird. The Boston Celtics today signed guard Jabari Bird, who spent his rookie season with the Celtics on a two-way deal in 2017-18 The 6-foot-6, 198-pound guard a...
Introducing SLAM SUMMER HOOPS at Dyckman
SLAMonline - 26 Jul 2018 20:03
The best high school players in the country. The most iconic outdoor court in the country. Introducing SLAM SUMMER HOOPS at Dyckman Park in New York. Every Monday and Thursday for the next three weeks (beginning July 30)...
Dwight Howard Believes He's a Future Hall of Famer
SLAMonline - 26 Jul 2018 19:04
Recently introduced Wizards center Dwight Howard was asked about his Hall-of-Fame chances by TMZ Sports, to which he responded: “My resume speaks for itself.” An eight-time All-NBA selection and three-time Defensive ...
Like Falcons, Hawks to lower concession prices
ESPN - 26 Jul 2018 18:13
The Hawks will reduce the price of some popular concession items after they saw the same program work for the Falcons.
Lamar Odom Returning to Pro Basketball in China
SLAMonline - 26 Jul 2018 17:36
On Thursday, two-time NBA champion Lamar Odom announced on Instagram that he is returning to pro basketball in China. In the post, Odom thanked Stephon Marbury, who won multiple titles in the CBA following his NBA career...
3BALL USA to Launch First Post-Collegiate 3--3 Basketball Tournament
SLAMonline - 26 Jul 2018 17:04
3BALL USA is launching its first ever post-collegiate outdoor 3×3 basketball showcase to be held from August 17-19, in anticipation of a formal summer league beginning in 2019. Similar to the recently authorized 3-on-3 ...
Rockets sign Isaiah Hartenstein
InsideHoops - 26 Jul 2018 00:56
The Houston Rockets have signed rookie forward/center Isaiah Hartenstein. Hartenstein (7-0, 249) was the 43rd overall pick by Houston in the 2017 NBA Draft. He spent last season playing for the Rockets single-affiliation...