Basketball News
Silver touts 'smart jersey of the future' at ASG
ESPN - 15 Feb 2019 16:56
NBA commissioner Adam Silver touts the "smart jersey of the future" in opening the All-Star tech summit.
Keeping Score: Knicks Come Up Short Again: Not Even the Worst Team of Last 20 Years
The New York Times - 15 Feb 2019 15:57
Just a little context for a dreadful season: By some measures, the Knicks have a ways to go to sink lower in the N.B.A. cellar.
Alvin Gentry Calls the Anthony Davis Saga a 'Dumpster Fire'
SLAMonline - 15 Feb 2019 08:50
"It's hard for guys to go through what they've been through." The post Alvin Gentry Calls the Anthony Davis Saga a ‘Dumpster Fire’ appeared first on SLAMonline.
Steve Kerr Fined $25K for 'Verbally Abusing and Confronting' Ref
SLAMonline - 15 Feb 2019 08:50
"I got a little anger out, so that was good." The post Steve Kerr Fined $25K for ‘Verbally Abusing and Confronting’ Ref appeared first on SLAMonline.
Warriors' Kerr fined $25K for berating official
ESPN - 15 Feb 2019 02:04
Warriors coach Steve Kerr has been fined $25,000 by the NBA for "verbally abusing and confronting" a game official during Wednesday night's 129-107 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.
Can't get enough Dwyane Wade merch? Now there are socks to go along with #OneLastDance
Miami Herald - 15 Feb 2019 22:52
If hats, T-shirts, sweatshirts and jerseys aren't enough to properly show support for Dwyane Wade, now you can match them with a pair of limited-edition socks. Lids and PKWY, a …
Gay defends Spurs: 'We're just building character'
ESPN - 15 Feb 2019 20:47
Rudy Gay says the Spurs, who enter the All-Star break in a now-familiar position as the seventh-place team in the West, aren't tucking their tails into the abyss of NBA history books anytime soon.
Dragic's impending return creates tough Heat decisions. Here's what Winslow's hoping
Miami Herald - 15 Feb 2019 20:43
Goran Dragic's impending return after the All-Star break will give the Heat a gifted offensive player who can shoot with range, set up teammates in the half court and deftly …
Pelicans Fire GM Dell Demps
SLAMonline - 15 Feb 2019 19:44
The New Orleans Pelicans fired Dell Demps on Friday in the midst of the franchise’s the most tumultuous season in history, reports ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. New Orleans has parted ways with GM Dell Demps, league sou...
On Pro Basketball: Finally, the N.B.A. Comes to Charlotte
The New York Times - 15 Feb 2019 19:43
A controversial bathroom bill passed in 2016 caused sports organizations to abandon North Carolina. A partial repeal brought them back.
Ja Morant Silences HOSTILE Crowd at Austin Peay
SLAMonline - 15 Feb 2019 19:26
Ja Morant has been on a tear all season, and his Murray State squad just picked up their biggest win of the season against Austin Peay on Thursday. Both teams were 10-2 in the Ohio Valley Conference before the big game. ...
Nico Mannion Drops 35 in First Playoff Game of 2019!
SLAMonline - 15 Feb 2019 18:23
Five-star senior guard Nico Mannion has been going off this season and is in the conversation for best point guard in the Class of 2019. On a mission to lead Pinnacle (AZ) High to back-to-back state titles, Mannion dropp...
The Undefeated's NOT Top 10: NBA All-Star dunk contest edition
ESPN - 15 Feb 2019 18:06
Nerves, fatigue, and outright corniness doomed these participants.
Markelle Fultz Feeling 'at Home Already' in Orlando
SLAMonline - 15 Feb 2019 08:50
Philly traded Fultz to the Magic. The post Markelle Fultz Feeling ‘at Home Already’ in Orlando appeared first on SLAMonline.
Knicks End Franchise-Worst Losing Streak With Win Over Hawks
The New York Times - 15 Feb 2019 06:38
Dennis Smith Jr. led with 19 points as the Knicks got their first victory since Jan. 4.
Knicks beat Hawks to end 18-game losing streak
ESPN - 15 Feb 2019 06:14
The New York Knicks snapped their single-season franchise record 18-game losing streak on Thursday with a 106-91 win over the Atlanta Hawks.
Post Up: Pelicans Rally Without AD to Defeat Thunder
SLAMonline - 15 Feb 2019 06:13
Hornets 89 (27-30), Magic 127 (27-32) In a game with big playoff implications, Orlando completely dominated from start to finish. The Magic were up by 35 points at halftime and the lead seldom dropped below 30 during the...
Russ extends triple-double record to 11 games
ESPN - 15 Feb 2019 05:39
Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook recorded his 11th consecutive triple-double Thursday to extend the longest such streak in NBA history in a 131-122 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.
Pelicans' Davis hurts shoulder, misses 2nd half
ESPN - 15 Feb 2019 04:32
Pelicans star Anthony Davis suffered a left shoulder injury and did not return to the bench after halftime of Thursday's 131-122 win over the Thunder.
Point 'Em Out: Top High School Hoopers Talk Girls, Diving in the DMs
SLAMonline - 15 Feb 2019 02:42
We chopped it up with Anthony Edwards, Jaden McDaniels, DJ Jeffries, Kahlil Whitney and the fellas from Sierra Canyon, IMG Academy, Oak Hill, Montverde Academy at the Hoophall Classic (see above). We asked who’s the wo...
Sources: Free agent Morris agrees with Thunder
ESPN - 15 Feb 2019 01:22
Forward Markieff Morris has agreed to a deal with the Oklahoma City Thunder, league sources told ESPN. The Athletic first reported the agreement.
Jalen Lecque: Baby Westbrook Senior Highlights Part 1
SLAMonline - 15 Feb 2019 00:37
Jalen Lecque, aka Baby Westbrook, earned the prestigious nickname for his insane athletic ability every time he hits the hardwood. Lecque, an NC State commit, has played a pivotal role in Brewster Academy’s success thi...