Basketball News
Rockets Owner: Russell Westbrook and James Harden 'Wanted to Play Together'
SLAMonline - 12 Jul 2019 13:13
Russell Westbrook and former teammate James Harden “wanted to play together” again said Rockets owner Tim Fertitta after acquiring Russ in a blockbuster trade Thursday night with OKC for Chris Paul. Houston’s brain...
Dwyane Wade's jersey swap collection is already hilariously out of date
ESPN - 12 Jul 2019 06:27
It took less than two weeks of the NBA offseason for the jerseys Wade got during his "One Last Dance" tour to become the world's largest collection of throwbacks.
Best league ever? NBA players react to Westbrook-CP3 trade
ESPN - 12 Jul 2019 04:33
Yet another stunning NBA trade left players shaking their heads while also predicting that the upcoming season could be the best ever.
Tyson Chandler, Rockets agree to one-year deal
ESPN - 12 Jul 2019 21:55
Veteran center Tyson Chandler is going to Houston on a one-year deal. Chandler brings veteran leadership and a defensive presence.
Pro Women's 3--3 Team Launches With Eyes On 2020 Olympics
SLAMonline - 12 Jul 2019 21:11
The same company that owns the WNBA’s Seattle Storm has launched the first independently owned professional women’s three-on-three team in the United States. Force 10 Sports Management has brought together a three-on...
Rockets Agree To One-Year Deal With Tyson Chandler
SLAMonline - 12 Jul 2019 20:25
The Houston Rockets have agreed to a one-year deal with center Tyson Chandler, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports. The 36-year-old will slot into the team’s frontcourt as a backup behind Clint Capela. Chandler spent th...
Report: Thunder, Heat Engaged in Chris Paul Trade Talks
SLAMonline - 12 Jul 2019 19:41
Chris Paul likely won’t suit up for OKC, as the Thunder are reportedly engaged in trade talks for the 34-year-old future Hall of Famer after acquiring him in a swap with the Houston Rockets for Russell Westbrook. The M...
Police: Father of Celtics pick Waters found dead
ESPN - 12 Jul 2019 18:42
Police are investigating after the father of Celtics rookie guard Tremont Waters was found dead Thursday in a hotel in West Haven, Connecticut.
NBA promotes ref Phillips to run replay center
ESPN - 12 Jul 2019 18:01
Jason Phillips is replacing Joe Borgia to run the NBA's replay center.
James Harden: 'I Know How to Play With Russ and He Knows How to Play With Me'
SLAMonline - 12 Jul 2019 17:30
James Harden assured Rockets general manager Daryl Morey that he and Russell Westbrook will happily co-exist in Houston. “I know how to play with Russ and he knows how to play with me,” Harden told Morey prior to the...
'I'm Excited': Stephen Curry Ready to Lead New-Look Warriors
SLAMonline - 12 Jul 2019 16:58
Stephen Curry is “excited” to lead Golden State’s new-look roster into an uncertain future. “Everybody wants a new challenge,” says Curry, who reflected on the departures of Kevin Durant through free agency, th...
The rise and fall of OKC, the NBA's small-market miracle
ESPN - 12 Jul 2019 06:11
With Russell Westbrook and Paul George gone, the next era of OKC basketball sends the franchise somewhere it's never been.
Oklahoma City Thunder Draft Picks From 2020 To 2026
SLAMonline - 12 Jul 2019 03:27
Oklahoma City Thunder general manager Sam Presti has been busy this week. The executive was forced into a last-minute rebuild and, within the span of a week, netted eight first-round draft picks, in addition to several o...
Report: Kevin Durant 'Balked' at Being Traded for D'Angelo Russell
SLAMonline - 12 Jul 2019 01:52
Kevin Durant reportedly didn’t think it was “fair” for Golden State to trade him straight up for D’Angelo Russell this summer. KD and the Brooklyn Nets ended up squeezing the Warriors for a first round draft pick...
Knicks, Marcus Morris Plan To Sign One-Year, $15M Deal
SLAMonline - 12 Jul 2019 01:47
The New York Knicks plan to sign Marcus Morris to a one-year, $15 million contract, Shams Charania of The Athletic writes. The team successfully lured Morris away from a verbal commitment with the San Antonio Spurs. The ...
Spurs Pull Marcus Morris Offer, Agree To Deal With Trey Lyles
SLAMonline - 12 Jul 2019 01:38
The San Antonio Spurs have agreed to a deal with free agent Trey Lyles, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports. The club pulled formally pulled its outstanding offer to Marcus Morris and will onboard the 23-year-old Canadian...