Basketball News
Raptors GM: Kawhi Leonard Has a 'Fire Inside of Him'
SLAMonline - 19 Sep 2018 13:25
"You will be hearing from him shortly." The post Raptors GM: Kawhi Leonard Has a ‘Fire Inside of Him’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
DeMarcus Cousins: Lakers 'Got a Chance' to Beat Golden State
SLAMonline - 19 Sep 2018 17:10
Can the Lakers compete with—and possibly even beat—Golden State next season? DeMarcus Cousins says “they’ve got a shot.” Will Lakers beat Warriors? DeMarcus Cousins tells me: "They've got a chance" – #Golden...
Sixers Reportedly Hire Elton Brand as GM
SLAMonline - 19 Sep 2018 12:55
Brand, 39, retired as a player two years ago. The post Sixers Reportedly Hire Elton Brand as GM appeared first on SLAMonline.
Veteran NBA scout assesses Heat's young players
Miami Herald - 19 Sep 2018 02:31
So what should we expect from the Heat's young players and those competing for roster spots when training camp opens Tuesday? A veteran scout with an opposing organization offered perspective …
The Los Angeles Clippers Signed a Big Star. From Sports Illustrated.
The New York Times - 19 Sep 2018 02:18
Lee Jenkins, one of the magazine's best-known writers, has prompted head-scratching from around N.B.A. with his move from covering the league to team executive.
Sixers' Brown: Simmons, Fultz working on 3s
ESPN - 19 Sep 2018 01:14
Sixers coach Brett Brown said Tuesday that Ben Simmons and Markelle Fultz have put in the work needed on their jumpers.
Hawks sign Cole Aldrich
InsideHoops - 19 Sep 2018 23:58
Yesterday, the Atlanta Hawks signed center Cole Aldrich, presumably on a non-guaranteed deal that merely brings Aldrich to training camp. Aldrich has played eight NBA seasons with Oklahoma City, Houston, Sacramento, New ...
Trail Blazers land Biofreeze as jersey sponsor
ESPN - 19 Sep 2018 23:01
The Portland Trail Blazers' first patch sponsor will feature a Biofreeze brand logo on all jerseys starting in the 2018-19 season. The team announced the deal Wednesday.
A Miami-based artist thanks the Heat's Dwyane Wade with a mural in Little Havana
Miami Herald - 19 Sep 2018 22:59
Dwyane Wade is weeks away from starting his final season with the Miami Heat after announcing on Sunday he will return for a 16th NBA season for "one last dance." …
Poster Released for Space Jam Sequel Featuring LeBron James
SLAMonline - 19 Sep 2018 21:34
LeBron James‘ move to Hollywood’s team is already making waves off the hardwood. A Space Jam sequel starring James looks like it’s in the works after SpringHill Entertainment — a company founded by James and busi...
Mavericks and Mark Cuban Sanctioned by N.B.A. Over Team's Handling of Sexual Harassment
The New York Times - 19 Sep 2018 21:26
The N.B.A. said Mark Cuban could have done more to address misconduct among team officials but had him donate to charities rather than imposing a fine.
Report: Mark Cuban to Donate $10 Million Following Investigation into Mavs' Workplace
SLAMonline - 19 Sep 2018 20:56
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has reportedly agreed to donate $10 million to organizations that promote women in leadership roles and combat domestic violence, per Adrian Wojnarowski. The agreement between Cuban and ...
What should you expect from Heat's small forwards? For one, more growth from Josh Richardson
Miami Herald - 19 Sep 2018 20:11
The Miami Heat returns to the court for the start of training camp Tuesday. This week's position-by-position breakdowns help preview the beginning of camp. The focus of the third part …
Okafor cut by Pelicans after return last season
ESPN - 19 Sep 2018 20:03
The Pelicans waived center Emeka Okafor on Wednesday. He had made a comeback with the team last season after missing the previous four seasons with a herniated disk in his neck.
Brett Brown: Ben Simmons Won't Be Defined By Jumpshot
SLAMonline - 19 Sep 2018 13:55
"At some point, it will sure help." The post Brett Brown: Ben Simmons Won’t Be Defined By Jumpshot appeared first on SLAMonline.
New Sixers GM will be Elton Brand
InsideHoops - 19 Sep 2018 12:29
Elton Brand’s name carries big weight in the playing department, but his experience as an executive is on the limited side. But everybody who gets to know Brand quickly appreciates him, and he has flown up the Philly o...
On the Pelicans and their defense
InsideHoops - 19 Sep 2018 11:57
Here’s The Advocate with some thoughts on the Pelicans and what makes them tick when things are going their way: But underneath the waves of full-court sprints and lit-up scoreboards, the backbone of the Pelicans' succ...
Ball won't do full contact to open Lakers' camp
ESPN - 19 Sep 2018 04:37
Lakers coach Luke Walton said the team will "take as much time" as needed to make sure point guard Lonzo Ball is healthy and will keep him from doing full-contact work at the start of training camp.
Players reminded mental health help available
ESPN - 19 Sep 2018 01:31
Adam Silver and Michele Roberts sent a letter to NBA players Tuesday reminding them that help with their mental wellness is available. The letter also said both the NBA and the players' association support players' effor...
Heat don't expect Waiters for start of season
ESPN - 19 Sep 2018 00:03
Heat president Pat Riley says it's unlikely that Dion Waiters will be ready for the start of the regular season as he continues to recover from ankle surgery.