Basketball News
Mike Bibby's OG Jordan Brand PEs are TOO FIRE
SLAMonline - 12 Sep 2019 23:41
The hits keep coming. Air Jordan IIs, Air Jordan VIIIs, Air Jordan Vs, XIVs and even a pair of the Jumpman Masterpiece. Mike Bibby's at his home in Arizona, running through a collection that doesn't end, picking which sn...
U.S. falls again, clinches worst big-tourney finish
ESPN - 12 Sep 2019 16:25
The U.S. will leave the World Cup with its worst finish in a major international tournament, assured of finishing no better than seventh after falling to Serbia 94-89 in a consolation playoff game Thursday night.
Lamar Odom Accuses Mark Cuban of Kicking Him During a Game
SLAMonline - 12 Sep 2019 04:41
Lamar Odom alleges that Mavs team owner Mark Cuban kicked him in the shin during a game (and was verbally abusive) in a newly-released autobiography. Odom--who mainly came off the bench during a disastrous 2011-12 stint ...
U.S.A. Basketball's No-Win Situation Became Too Real
The New York Times - 12 Sep 2019 02:00
The U.S.A. men's basketball team had little to gain from winning the FIBA World Cup, but now its players are experiencing the harsh cost of losing.
Knicks Have Not Given Up On Frank Ntilikina
SLAMonline - 12 Sep 2019 23:54
It’s no secret that the Knicks had been shopping Frank Ntilikina since the offseason began. However, his play during the 2019 FIBA World Cup could have a dramatic impact on which NBA city he calls home this upcoming se...
Agonizing Summer Leaves U.S. Basketball Much to Ponder
The New York Times - 12 Sep 2019 23:43
The Americans lost to Serbia at the World Cup, ensuring they would play for seventh place, their worst showing ever in a tournament featuring N.B.A. players.
Blazers Add Troy Caupain, London Perrantes To Training Camp Roster
SLAMonline - 12 Sep 2019 20:58
The Blazers are bringing Troy Caupain and London Perrantes to training camp, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.com. The pair of prospects have signed Exhibit 10 deals with Portland. The Blazers’ contracts with Ex...
U.S. Loses to Serbia at Basketball World Cup, Guaranteeing Worst Finish
The New York Times - 12 Sep 2019 20:25
The Americans are assured of finishing no better than seventh at the World Cup after falling to Serbia, 94-89.
IMG Academy is a SUPERTEAM! Can They Repeat in 2020?
SLAMonline - 12 Sep 2019 20:15
IMG Academy is coming for the throne – again. The defending 2018-19 Geico National champs are looking to repeat and add another piece of hardware to their collection. IMG will be led by seven players in the ESPN Top 10...
Bogdan Bogdanovic Leads Serbia to Victory over Team USA at FIBA World Cup
SLAMonline - 12 Sep 2019 19:26
Team USA suffered its second consecutive loss earlier this morning against Serbia at the FIBA World Cup. Bogdan Bogdanovic lit up the Americans, knocking down 7 3-pointers, en route to a 28-point game as Serbia defeated ...
Hornets Won't Rebuild With Free Agents
SLAMonline - 12 Sep 2019 18:39
After losing Kemba Walker in free agency, the table in Charlotte is set for a rebuild and the front office is making a seismic shift in their approach to roster building. "If there is a master plan, it is to transition f...
Kobe Bryant Introduces First Annual Mamba Cup Tournament Series
SLAMonline - 12 Sep 2019 17:41
Identifying a need for league play for youth basketball teams in Grades 2-8, Kobe Bryant has developed the Mamba Cup Tournament Series, which begins this fall. Capturing the benefits of league play while honoring tournam...
Bulls, Justin Simon Agree To Exhibit 10 Deal
SLAMonline - 12 Sep 2019 16:34
Justin Simon, who played his collegiate ball at St. John’s, will sign an Exhibit 10 contract with the Bulls, Adam Zagoria of ZagsBlog reports. Simon entered the 2019 draft but was no selected. The 6’5″ guard played...
Steve Kerr: Warriors to 'Re-Imagine Everything and Adapt Accordingly'
SLAMonline - 12 Sep 2019 03:20
The Warriors need to “re-imagine everything and adapt accordingly” until All-Star guard Klay Thompson returns to action, according to head coach Steve Kerr. Kerr says he’s excited to “implement everything” simi...
NBA 2K20 Ratings: Team-by-Team
SLAMonline - 12 Sep 2019 02:59
There’s no denying that NBA 2K20 is a major part of the summer basketball landscape and a large part of that can be attributed to the rush that comes with seeing the individual player ratings included in the game. Peep...
Wizards To Add Rod Thorn In Advisory Role
SLAMonline - 12 Sep 2019 00:55
The Wizards are bringing in Rod Thorn in an advisory role, according to Marc Stein of the New York Times. Thorn has a lengthy resume that includes drafting Michael Jordan in 1983 and winning the NBA’s Executive of the ...
Heat Exercise Bam Adebayo's 2020-21 Option
SLAMonline - 12 Sep 2019 00:35
The Heat had until October 31 to make a decision on the fourth-year option on Bam Adebayo’s contract but they wasted no time. Miami announced that it has picked up the 2020-21 option in a team press release. Adebayo sa...
The Best Hoopers TURNED NYC UP for SLAM Summer Classic Vol. 2
SLAMonline - 12 Sep 2019 00:09
August 17 might as well be a SLAM national holiday. Less than a month ago, we hosted our 2nd Annual SLAM Summer Classic for the top HS hoopers in the nation. Throughout the weekend, we hosted a photoshoot, Yerrrrrr or Na...