Basketball News
Carmelo Anthony Scores, and Loses, at the Garden. Sound Familiar?
The New York Times - 2 Jan 2020 14:57
The former Knick had 26 points and 7 rebounds, but his Trail Blazers fell.
David Stern Earned His Tough Reputation in Battles of Labor and Race
The New York Times - 2 Jan 2020 10:00
Stern was known as a fierce negotiator who was considerate of the racial implications of overseeing a mostly black league, though he also faced criticism for some of his decisions.
Fearless Predictions for the N.B.A. in 2020
The New York Times - 2 Jan 2020 00:48
Breaking out the crystal roundball for some (almost) fearless predictions for the N.B.A. in 2020.
Kings' Dedmon fined for public trade demand
ESPN - 2 Jan 2020 22:39
Signed in the offseason in a deal that hasn't worked out for either side, Sacramento Kings center Dewayne Dedmon went public with a trade demand, resulting in a $50,000 fine from the league.
'It's still a bit weird for me to shoot eight or nine 3s': The reprogramming of Kristaps Porzingis
ESPN - 2 Jan 2020 21:27
Kristaps Porzingis has been pushed to adapt his game and become the sidekick within one of the most efficient offenses in NBA history.
Zion has first full practice since knee surgery
ESPN - 2 Jan 2020 20:03
Zion Williamson on Thursday went through his first full practice since knee surgery.
Zion Williamson Undergoes First Full Practice Since Surgery
SLAMonline - 2 Jan 2020 18:35
The New Orleans Pelicans have announced that rookie forward Zion Williamson has undergone his first full practice with the team since the surgery performed on his knee in October. The highly touted top pick from last Jun...
2020 NBA Trade Deadline Primer: New Orleans Pelicans
SLAMonline - 2 Jan 2020 15:36
With the new year now finally upon us, speculation ahead of the 2020 NBA Trade Deadline is in full swing. Whether New Orleans Pelicans fans are in consensus about what the team ought to do before the Feb. 6, 2020 cut off...
Post Up: Carmelo Receives Warm Welcome in NYC, Scores Season-High 26
SLAMonline - 2 Jan 2020 11:09
Trail Blazers 93 (14-21), Knicks 117 (10-24) Carmelo Anthony scored a season-high 26 points on 11-for-17 shooting in his return to Madison Square Garden, but the rest of the Trail Blazers shot just 33.8 percent from the ...
Magic's Isaac set for MRI on hyperextended knee
ESPN - 2 Jan 2020 01:42
Magic forward Jonathan Isaac suffered a hyperextended left knee during Wednesday's game at Washington and will undergo an MRI on Thursday.
The NBA world celebrates David Stern's contributions to the game
ESPN - 2 Jan 2020 00:18
Icons from around the league shared their sentiments about the former NBA commissioner on social media.