Basketball News
Report: Sons of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade to team up at California high school
Miami Herald - 30 May 2019 14:38
Dwyane Wade's post-retirement plan includes relocating to Los Angeles to be closer to the acting career of his wife Gabrielle Union. That means more time with close friend and Lakers …
Klay on All-NBA: Wanted to make it 'so badly'
ESPN - 30 May 2019 00:00
Warriors swingman Klay Thompson opened up Wednesday about his disappointment at not being selected to an All-NBA team this season, saying he is trying to join the ranks of players from his youth like Ray Allen, Reggie Mi...
These three Kentucky Wildcats could be options for the Miami Heat at No. 13 in NBA Draft
Miami Herald - 30 May 2019 17:15
There's no obvious direction for the Miami Heat to go with its No. 13 selection in the 2019 NBA Draft. The Heat could use a point guard of the future, …
Adam Silver Says the N.B.A Is Flying, and He Is Sort of Right
The New York Times - 30 May 2019 11:00
A young fan base, big stars and little off-the-court controversy have the N.B.A. enjoying smooth sailing.
Feds repay Kings $13.4M stolen by former exec
ESPN - 30 May 2019 04:27
The U.S. Justice Department is providing full restitution to the Sacramento Kings after the team's former chief revenue officer stole $13.4 million to buy luxury beachfront homes.
Bettors overwhelmingly back Warriors in Game 1
ESPN - 30 May 2019 23:43
Caesars sportsbook opened Golden State as a 1.5-point favorite late Saturday but quickly moved to Toronto -1 on Sunday.
Sources: D'Antoni ends Rockets contract talks
ESPN - 30 May 2019 23:43
Mike D'Antoni has broken off talks with the Rockets about a contract extension, sources told ESPN.
The NBA Spoke to Drake About His Courtside Antics
SLAMonline - 30 May 2019 22:27
The NBA had a conversation with Drake about his courtside interactions with players and coaches, according to commissioner Adam Silver. Silver says Drizzy, the Toronto Raptors’ global ambassador, now understands there ...
Stephen Curry: NBA Finals MVP 'Secondary' to Winning
SLAMonline - 30 May 2019 22:06
Stephen Curry admits that the NBA Finals MVP is a “special award” he would like to win--and he has surely heard the chatter about how it’s supposedly crucial for his legacy--but says winning championships is far mo...
RJ Hampton: From Australia ➡️ THE LEAGUE, Ep. 1 | SLAM Day in the Life
SLAMonline - 30 May 2019 19:47
By reclassifying to the Class of 2019 and deciding to play in Australia’s NBL next season, RJ Hampton is on the fast track to the NBA. But for the time being, the five-star guard is enjoying his final days as a high sc...
Cousins makes return in Game 1 for Warriors
ESPN - 30 May 2019 19:46
Warriors center DeMarcus Cousins will be active for Game 1 against the Raptors, though Steve Kerr declined to say how he'll be used. But it isn't looking like Kevin Durant will be ready to go for Game 2.
Kyle Lowry: DeMar DeRozan 'Wants Us to Win a Ring'
SLAMonline - 30 May 2019 18:59
DeMar DeRozan wants the Raptors to “win a ring” this season, according to his good friend Kyle Lowry. Lowry says he regularly communicates with his former teammate, who is happy for Toronto’s success after being tr...
DeMarcus Cousins Available For Game 1 Of Finals
SLAMonline - 30 May 2019 18:26
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has told the media that big man DeMarcus Cousins will be available for Game 1 of the NBA Finals tonight. Cousins has been sidelined with a quad injury since the first round. Wh...
AAU team of LeBron James' son lands unique sponsorship deal
ESPN - 30 May 2019 18:08
Bronny James, 14, and his North Coast Blue Chips AAU program will feature a first-of-its-kind sponsorship deal with sneaker store Flight Club.
Lynx Guard Seimone Augustus Sidelined Indefinitely
SLAMonline - 30 May 2019 17:33
The Minnesota Lynx will be without veteran Seimone Augustus for the foreseeable future, Kent Youngblood of the Star Tribune reports. The 35-year-old guard will have an arthroscopic procedure conducted on her knee after s...
Does the N.B.A. Peak During the Finals or Free Agency?
The New York Times - 30 May 2019 11:00
For a basketball writer, there is no avoiding discussion about the future in the modern version of the league.
Report: Sons of LeBron, Wade teaming up in HS
ESPN - 30 May 2019 06:26
LeBron James' son Bronny is moving to Sierra Canyon School, a source told ESPN, where he will reportedly team up with Dwyane Wade's son, Zaire.
Kawhi Leonard Proves He Was Worth Risking It All
The New York Times - 30 May 2019 01:24
The Raptors star -- and his future -- is all anyone in the N.B.A. can talk about, even as he stays quiet. Toronto's success this season shows why.
Raptors' Lowry: Thumb, treatment affect passing
ESPN - 30 May 2019 00:33
Toronto point guard Kyle Lowry admitted Wednesday during an appearance on ESPN's The Jump that the injury on his non-shooting hand is affecting his passing.