Basketball News
Ibaka, Chriss ejected after trading punches
ESPN - 12 Mar 2019 05:25
Raptors center Serge Ibaka and Cavaliers forward Marquese Chriss were ejected from Monday night's game after getting into a physical altercation.
Wade explains why being an NBA owner is appealing -- ideally with Heat. Why it makes sense
Miami Herald - 12 Mar 2019 20:31
Welcome to the summer of 2024. All-Star free agent forward Zion Williamson, coming off his rookie contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers and looking for a fresh start after three consecutive …
Ben Simmons Unfazed By Kobe Bryant's Jumpshot Comments
SLAMonline - 12 Mar 2019 13:02
Ben Simmons was unfazed by Kobe Bryant‘s unsolicited advice to develop a jumpshot. The 22-year-old knows it’s something he needs to work on, and says he is “trying to develop” his game. "It's not just a Kobe thin...
'Some Frustration': Serge Ibaka and Marquese Chriss Brawl in Cleveland
SLAMonline - 12 Mar 2019 12:25
With the third quarter winding down Monday night in Cleveland, Serge Ibaka chased after Marquese Chriss, and the two started throwing haymakers. Ibaka reacted to something Chriss said after knocking him down, and the two...
'I'll F**k You Up': Russell Westbrook Warns Utah Jazz Fans
SLAMonline - 12 Mar 2019 12:05
Russell Westbrook issued a fiery warning to trash talking Utah Jazz fans Monday night. “I'll f**k you up. You and your wife," Westbrook threatened from the Thunder bench. Russ said the pair made “racial” comments d...
N.B.A. Roundup: Nets Rout Pistons, Moving Up to Sixth in Eastern Conference
The New York Times - 12 Mar 2019 05:03
Led by Spencer Dinwiddie, who had 19 points, the Nets made quick work of Detroit, going up 61-35 at halftime and then cruising to victory.
NBA suspends Ibaka three games, Chriss one
ESPN - 12 Mar 2019 23:48
The NBA has suspended Raptors center Serge Ibaka for three games and Cavaliers forward Marquese Chriss one for their roles in Monday's fight.
Jazz Permanently Ban Fan After 'Inappropriate Interaction' with Russell Westbrook
SLAMonline - 12 Mar 2019 22:55
The Jazz have permanently banned the fan who engaged in the interaction with Russell Westbrook, the team announced today. According to Westbrook, a man and his wife made racial comments that triggered him to respond, “...
Winslow on Westbrook-fan incident: 'As a player, there's nothing really you can do'
Miami Herald - 12 Mar 2019 22:25
After Russell Westbrook's heated exchange with a fan during the Thunder's win over the Jazz in Salt Lake City on Monday night, Heat players were asked following Tuesday's practice about …
LeBron James: 'I Kind of Knew What I Was Getting Myself into'
SLAMonline - 12 Mar 2019 20:51
LeBron James will be watching the NBA playoffs, instead of playing in them, for the first time since 2005. James admits the Lakers’ disappointing season is challenging, but that he knew what he was getting himself into...
Tre Mann Can MOVE and He Knows It: "EASY MONEY" | SLAM Practice
SLAMonline - 12 Mar 2019 19:00
Not only does Tre Mann get in his bag with the basketball, but his dance moves are up there with his hoop skills. In the latest episode of SLAM Practice, we linked with the Florida commit at The Villages Charter HS. Back...
Five-Star Bros Isaiah and Evan Mobley Form a SCARY Frontcourt
SLAMonline - 12 Mar 2019 17:40
Isaiah and Evan Mobley are standing by an outdoor water fountain on Rancho Christian's campus awaiting a photographer's instructions when some classic big bro-little bro banter sparks up out of nowhere. Isaiah, about ...
NBA superstars' new free-agent strategy
ESPN - 12 Mar 2019 16:30
The best players are prepared to leave millions on the table when negotiations begin this summer.
D'Antoni zings Steph, Warriors over loss to Suns
ESPN - 12 Mar 2019 07:10
When asked what he thought of Stephen Curry calling the Warriors' game against the Rockets on Wednesday "an opportunity to send a statement," Rockets coach Mike D'Antoni said Curry should have said that before Golden Sta...
Kerr downplays clip: 'Lip-readers were wrong'
ESPN - 12 Mar 2019 00:34
Warriors coach Steve Kerr used humor on Monday to downplay a viral video clip that appeared to show him making a comment about forward Draymond Green late in Sunday's loss to the Suns.