Basketball News
T-Wolves Glad Karl-Anthony Towns 'Stood His Ground' vs Joel Embiid
SLAMonline - 31 Oct 2019 18:51
Karl Anthony Towns received plaudits from his Timberwolves teammates following a Wednesday night brawl with Sixers big man Joel Embiid. Despite Minnesota’s 117-95 road loss in Philly, players were happy KAT “stood hi...
A Different Result in This Houston-Washington Game
The New York Times - 31 Oct 2019 15:51
There was plenty of scoring, and some broken records, when the Rockets met the Wizards.
The Warriors are scoffing at tanking, for now
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 14:15
In the aftermath of Stephen Curry's injury, Warriors owner Joe Lacob said tanking is "against every single thing I and we stand for." But the team might not have a choice.
Kyrie brushes off perception: 'Here to be myself'
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 08:08
Kyrie Irving split his postgame news conference Wednesday night between pontificating about self-love and dissecting Brooklyn's on-court shortcomings.
Wins over Raptors, Bucks prove Celtics aren't going away quietly
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 07:39
Though they're still a work in progress, the Celtics are backing up guard Marcus Smart's proclamation that they "can compete with anybody."
Joel Embiid: 'I Didn't Throw Any Punches, So I Shouldn't Get Suspended'
SLAMonline - 31 Oct 2019 06:11
Joel Embiid believes the NBA should not suspend him following a Wednesday night brawl with Karl-Anthony Towns. “I didn’t throw any punches,” Embiid told reporters, adding that he “ain’t no bitch.” Towns downp...
MIGHTY DUCK: Sabrina Ionescu Is Coming for the National Title
SLAMonline - 31 Oct 2019 23:28
Tall, green trees dot the basketball court at Larkey Park in Walnut Creek, CA. A chain-link fence surrounded by bushes blocks it off from Buena Vista Avenue. Walking trails, jungle gyms sets, a tennis court and a pool ca...
Meechie "Baldhead" Terry is a HOOPER! DME Wins by 63
SLAMonline - 31 Oct 2019 22:38
Clown on the hairline, but one thing’s for certain: Meechie Terry can HOOP. The guard from Ohio dropped 18 points in last night’s 121-58 win versus Rocktop Prep. DME Academy has potential to be one of the top post-gr...
Pacers' Turner (ankle sprain) week-to-week
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 21:53
Pacers center Myles Turner suffered a right ankle sprain in Wednesday's game against the Nets.
Center of attention: Where Tacko Fall stands in basketball
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 21:19
The 7-foot-7 center has attracted attention and popularity for his towering frame, but recognition for skill and as a person is what eludes him.
CRAZY Dunk Contest on a FLOATING COURT? Pro Dunkers vs. Best HS Dunker
SLAMonline - 31 Oct 2019 21:14
Jimma Gatwech, Chris Staples and others competed for $25K on a floating court we put together in Brooklyn with PUMA Hoops. The event also featured a 1v1 contest with NYC’s finest hoopers. The post CRAZY Dunk Contest on...
Warriors Refusing to Tank After Stephen Curry Breaks His Hand
SLAMonline - 31 Oct 2019 19:34
Stephen Curry‘s left hand injury, though clearly devastating, won’t lead the Warriors to consider tanking the season away. “It is against every single thing I and we stand for,” team owner Joe Lacbo told reporter...
'I Don't Have to Be Perfect': Kyrie Irving Dismisses 'Mood Swings' Report
SLAMonline - 31 Oct 2019 18:35
Kyrie Irving largely dismissed a published report of concerns in Brooklyn’s organization about his so-called “mood swings.” “It’s OK to be human,” Irving told reporters Wednesday night. The Nets’ 27-year-ol...
Turner (ankle) likely to miss Pacers' next game
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 14:59
Pacers center Myles Turner is expected to miss Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers because of a sprained right ankle.
Rockets, Wiz combine for history in 317-pt. game
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 07:47
The Rockets needed every one of James Harden's 59 points to prevail 159-158 on Wednesday night, as Houston and Washington combined to score the most points in any NBA game decided by a single point.
Warriors' Curry suffers broken hand in hard fall
ESPN - 31 Oct 2019 07:17
General manager Bob Myers told ESPN that Stephen Curry will have an MRI and CT scan, and from there, the team will determine if he needs surgery and what his recovery timetable will be.
Post Up: James Harden Drops 59 Points in High-Scoring Win
SLAMonline - 31 Oct 2019 07:11
Knicks 83 (1-4), Magic 95 (2-2) Orlando was powered to the win thanks to performances from Nikola Vucevic (21 points, 13 rebounds) and Aaron Gordon (15 points, 11 rebounds). Julis Randle led the Knicks in scoring with 16...
Steph Curry Breaks Hand In Wednesday Night Contest
SLAMonline - 31 Oct 2019 06:35
Stephen Curry has broken his hand, Marcus Thompson of the The Athletic reports. X-rays were performed on the 31-year-old’s hand and wrist after he injured it Wednesday night against the Phoenix Suns. The Warriors thems...
'I Like My Rings the Hard Way': Kobe Bryant Wouldn't Return for Guaranteed Title
SLAMonline - 31 Oct 2019 05:29
Kobe Bryant wouldn’t consider lacing up his Nikes again, even if winning an NBA championship was a guarantee. “I like my rings the hard way,” Bryant said on the "Ledlow & Parker" podcast. The 41-year-old future Hal...
Donovan Mitchell: 'I Feel the Pressures Now More So Than My First Two Years'
SLAMonline - 31 Oct 2019 05:10
Donovan Mitchell admits to feeling the pressure that comes with being an NBA star as he embarks upon his third season. Following a breakout rookie campaign, Mitchell began to wonder if he had peaked too soon. The 23-year...
Multiple-Game Suspensions Possible After Karl-Anthony Town, Joel Embiid Fight
SLAMonline - 31 Oct 2019 03:22
In a throwback to yesteryear, both Joel Embiid and Karl-Anthony Towns were given early exits from their Wednesday night contest after getting tangled up in the paint and triggering a game-stopping brouhaha. Video from th...
Myles Turner Sprains Ankle, Questionable To Return
SLAMonline - 31 Oct 2019 02:24
Indiana Pacers big man Myles Turner collapsed to the floor with a sprained ankle and had to be helped off the floor against the Brooklyn Nets tonight, Scott Agness of The Athletic reports. Turner is questionable to retur...