Basketball News
Kemba drops 39 in return from 'scary' collision
ESPN - 27 Nov 2019 19:57
Celtics guard Kemba Walker netted a season-high 39 points, showing the neck injury he suffered Friday is clearly a thing of the past.
'That's Who We Are As a Team': Clippers Shut Down Luka Doncic
SLAMonline - 27 Nov 2019 13:10
Luka Doncic got the clamps put on him Tuesday night by the LA Clippers’ suffocating defense. “That’s who are as a team,” Paul George told reporters after scoring 17 of his 26 points in the first quarter, en route...
LeBron James: Spurs 'Why My Jump Shot is a Lot Better Today'
SLAMonline - 27 Nov 2019 12:53
LeBron James credits the Spurs’ defensive scheme in the 2007 NBA Finals for having forced him to work on his jumper. James, 34, moved past Peja Stojakovic for No. 18 on the career 3-pointers list in the Los Angeles Lak...
Field Set For 2020 Olympic Qualifying Tournaments
SLAMonline - 27 Nov 2019 23:59
Eight of the 12 spots available for next summer’s Olympic men’s basketball tournament in Tokyo have already been filled. Today, the groupings for next June’s 2020 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournaments have been drawn...
Hawks' Parker won't rule out return to Bucks
ESPN - 27 Nov 2019 21:35
The Hawks' Jabari Parker was nostalgic Wednesday, soaking in the atmosphere of Fiserv Forum after shootaround before his new team plays his former team, the Bucks.
A note on Suns center Deandre Ayton
InsideHoops - 27 Nov 2019 21:12
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Deandre Ayton (@deandreayton) on Oct 15, 2019 at 2:40pm PDT After a strong start to the new NBA season, the Phoenix Suns have a modest record of 8-8. They’ve bee...
Sick Butler likely out for Heat-Rockets game
ESPN - 27 Nov 2019 20:42
Heat star Jimmy Butler is unlikely to play in Wednesday night's showdown against James Harden and the Rockets because of an illness.
Sick Butler, Capela out for Heat-Rockets game
ESPN - 27 Nov 2019 20:42
Heat star Jimmy Butler won't play in Wednesday night's showdown against James Harden and the Rockets because of an illness.
The 'Bloodline' Air Jordan 1 is Now Live on StockX
SLAMonline - 27 Nov 2019 20:12
StockX has some Black Friday releases you don’t want to miss. The AJ1, a popular sneaker and a fan favorite, has released in a “Bloodline” colorway, which is now available on StockX. This latest colorway pays homag...
Kemba set to return; calls collision 'scary'
ESPN - 27 Nov 2019 19:57
Celtics guard Kemba Walker is returning to action after missing a game due to an on-court collision he called "scary."
Kemba starting in return for C's after collision
ESPN - 27 Nov 2019 19:57
Celtics guard Kemba Walker is returning to action after missing a game due to an on-court collision he called "scary."
Now we got bad blood: Davis latest to face wrath of jilted fans
ESPN - 27 Nov 2019 17:53
LeBron James knows what Anthony Davis is about to go through.
G League Update: Tacko Fall
SLAMonline - 27 Nov 2019 17:28
The Boston Celtics landed themselves an instant fan favorite when they inked Tacko Fall to an exhibit 10 contract this offseason. When they doubled-down on the 7’6″ project by converting his contract to a two-way dea...
Carmelo Anthony: 'This Ain't a Damn Farewell Tour'
SLAMonline - 27 Nov 2019 13:25
Carmelo Anthony has zero interest in some “damn farewell tour.” The 35-year-old, 10-time NBA All-Star is four games into his return to the League, and says he is certainly “not thinking about retiring right now.”...
'It Was My Fault': Danny Ainge Blames Himself for Celtics' Struggles Last Season
SLAMonline - 27 Nov 2019 12:58
Celtics president of basketball ops Danny Ainge blames himself--not Kyrie Irving, not entirely anyway--for a hugely disappointing 2018-19 season. “We should have cleaned out the roster a little bit,” says Ainge, addi...
Grant, Jokic power Nuggets to sixth straight win
ESPN - 27 Nov 2019 07:28
A season-high 20 points from Jerami Grant complimented a season-high 20 rebounds from Nikola Jokic, as the Denver Nuggets raced past the Washington Wizards for their sixth straight win on Tuesday.
Post Up: Kawhi, PG Lead Clippers to Win Over Mavs
SLAMonline - 27 Nov 2019 06:33
Clippers 114 (13-5), Mavericks 99 (11-6) In a battle between two of the top teams in the West, the Clippers controlled the game from start to finish and secured their 6th straight win. Kawhi Leonard finished with a game-...
Aaron Gordon Progressing After Ankle Sprain
SLAMonline - 27 Nov 2019 01:47
The Orlando Magic have been without star forward Aaron Gordon since he sprained his ankle against the Toronto Raptors last week but the 24-year-old is making progress in his recovery. According to John Denton of the team...
Bucks' Middleton to return Wednesday vs. Hawks
ESPN - 27 Nov 2019 01:23
Bucks All-Star swingman Khris Middleton, out since Nov. 10 because of a left thigh contusion, will return to the court Wednesday against the Hawks.
Ralph Lawler Does Not Need a Microphone to Shout About the Clippers
The New York Times - 27 Nov 2019 00:44
The former longtime Los Angeles Clippers broadcaster has retired to Oregon with his wife, "Sweet Jo," but the team is still on his mind.
Mr. Cartoon Talks Designing Clippers City Edition Jerseys, LA Culture & More
SLAMonline - 27 Nov 2019 00:37
Mr. Cartoon is meticulous when it comes to collaborations. Born Mark Machado, the Los Angeles-based artist has an aesthetic that's the epitome of LA culture--from graffiti to illustrations to tattoos. Celebrities such as...
Celtics' Walker listed as probable for Nets game
ESPN - 27 Nov 2019 00:17
The Celtics say Kemba Walker is probable for Wednesday night's game against the Nets. Walker was hospitalized after suffering a neck sprain Friday.