Basketball News
Zion Williamson Invited to U.S.A. Basketball Training Camp
The New York Times - 7 Jun 2019 03:23
The Duke star -- and the presumptive No. 1 pick in this month's N.B.A. draft -- will be part of a 10-man "select" team of up-and-coming players.
Woman: Interaction with Jay-Z led to threats
ESPN - 7 Jun 2019 01:05
Nicole Curran, the wife of Warriors owner Joe Lacob, said she was just trying to be a good hostess for Jay-Z and Beyonce during Game 3 of the NBA Finals. Her interaction with Jay-Z led to death threats via social media, ...
Sources: Bucks extend GM Horst on 3-year deal
ESPN - 7 Jun 2019 23:58
Horst has made a dramatic impact in his two years as GM, helping to build the team with the NBA's best regular-season record this year.
Steve Kerr: 'Good Chance' Kevin Durant Plays in Game 5 or 6 of NBA Finals
SLAMonline - 7 Jun 2019 22:15
“There’s a good chance” Kevin Durant will suit up for Golden State in Game 5 or 6 of the NBA Finals, according to Warriors head coach Steve Kerr. Kerr admitted that he has had trouble communicating with the media a...
NBA Will Return To Mexico With Two 2019-20 Contests
SLAMonline - 7 Jun 2019 21:10
For the sixth consecutive season, the NBA will play part of its regular season in Mexico. The league has announced in a press release that the Pistons, Mavs, Spurs and Suns will all tip off in Mexico City next December. ...
Mexico City to host 2 regular-season NBA games
ESPN - 7 Jun 2019 20:55
The NBA announced on Friday that Mexico City will host two regular-season games next season.
Previewing The Toronto Raptors' Potential Free Agents
SLAMonline - 7 Jun 2019 20:53
We’re very much in the thick of a fascinating NBA Finals matchup but all good things come to an end and it won’t be long before these two teams face some serious questions in the upcoming offseason. Here’s a quick ...
The Warriors' Room Where It Happens
The New York Times - 7 Jun 2019 16:31
Golden State's video room is the team's nerve center.
Draymond Green: 'I Think Players Are Definitely Vulnerable'
SLAMonline - 7 Jun 2019 14:32
Draymond Green told reporters that NBA players are “vulnerable” when it comes to fan interactions during games, in light of Golden State Warriors minority investor Mark Stevens shoving Toronto Raptors point guard Kyl...
'Strong Mutual Interest' Between Nets, Kyrie Irving
SLAMonline - 7 Jun 2019 01:57
There is a “strong mutual interest” between the Brooklyn Nets and pending free agent Kyrie Irving, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN writes. The 27-year-old Celtics guard could receive one of the two max contracts that the ...
GSW owner's wife: Jay-Z chat led to threats
ESPN - 7 Jun 2019 01:05
Nicole Curran, the wife of Warriors owner Joe Lacob, said she was just trying to be a good hostess for Jay-Z and Beyonce during Game 3 of the NBA Finals. Her interaction with Jay-Z led to death threats via social media, ...
NBA, Warriors Ban Franchise Investor That Shoved Kyle Lowry
SLAMonline - 7 Jun 2019 00:00
The NBA and the Golden State Warriors have banned franchise minority investor Mark Stevens from all game and team-related activities for one year, the league announced in a press release. In addition to the ban, the leag...