Basketball News
The life of a professional dunker
ESPN - 14 Feb 2020 16:48
Meet Guy Dupuy, Jordan Kilganon and Isaiah Rivera; three of the world's best slam-dunkers who make a living by traveling the world, stuffing basketballs into hoops.
Innovation and creativity in the NBA All-Star dunk contest
ESPN - 14 Feb 2020 15:30
From Spud Webb to Vince Carter to Aaron Gordon, here are the most jaw-dropping slams.
ESPN acquires the rights to the NBA in Africa
ESPN - 14 Feb 2020 10:16
Fans of basketball in Africa will be able to watch the NBA on ESPN and ESPN2 as of February 14, The Walt Disney Company announced on Friday, after acquiring the rights for the league across the continent.
Walker: Tatum 'best player on the court' vs. Clips
ESPN - 14 Feb 2020 08:42
Against one of the league's best teams, Jayson Tatum was "the best player on the court" Thursday night, according to Celtics teammate Kemba Walker.
Clips' George exits vs. Celts with hamstring strain
ESPN - 14 Feb 2020 04:35
The LA Clippers say Paul George will not return Thursday night against the Boston Celtics because of a left hamstring strain.
MRI Confirms Groin Strain For Damian Lillard
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2020 03:13
An MRI has confirmed a groin strain for Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports. The expected recovery period is one-to-two weeks. Earlier today it was revealed that Lillard woul...
Ticketing plan for Kobe's public memorial released
ESPN - 14 Feb 2020 22:26
Tickets for the public memorial service for Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna at Staples Center will go on sale Wednesday. Fans must register beforehand, the Lakers announced. The memorial will be held on Feb. 24.
Wings Acquire Katie Lou Samuelson
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2020 21:51
The Dallas Wings have announced the acquisition of Katie Lou Samuelson in a trade with the Chicago Sky. Samuelson, the No. 4 pick in the 2019 WNBA Draft, will head to Dallas alongside a 2021 first-round pick. Chicago-bou...
Derrick Rose: Relationship With Chicago 'Repaired'
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2020 20:44
A candid and reflective Derrick Rose says the relationship with his hometown of Chicago is now “repaired.” Rose, who was dealt by the Bulls to the New York Knicks in 2016, initially felt the franchise had “turned i...
Ben Simmons having excellent defensive year for Sixers
InsideHoops - 14 Feb 2020 19:53
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) on Feb 13, 2020 at 1:00pm PST The Sixers are a work in progress this season, but mostly on the offensive side of the floor. Defensively, they’re...
Doc Rivers: Kevin Garnett the 'Greatest Superstar Role Player Ever'
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2020 19:22
Kevin Garnett is the “greatest superstar role player ever,” according to his former Celtics head coach Doc Rivers. Boston announced Thursday that they intend to retire Garnett’s No. 5 jersey next season. “I will ...
Kemba Walker: Jayson Tatum 'Best Player on the Court' vs Clippers
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2020 18:42
Jayson Tatum was the “best player on the court” Thursday night, says Celtics teammate Kemba Walker. Tatum finished with 39 points and nine rebounds in just under 48 minutes, leading Boston past the visiting LA Clippe...
DEAR CHI: A Love Letter to Basketball in the Windy City
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2020 17:13
As the first All-Star Weekend in Chicago since 1988 nears, we're rolling out a bunch of content focused on the rich history and current state of hoops in the Windy City. Chi-Town, stand up. Previous stories: LIVE FROM...
Celtics will retire Kevin Garnett's jersey
InsideHoops - 14 Feb 2020 05:37
The Boston Celtics announced tonight that Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Nominee and 2007-08 NBA Champion Kevin Garnett's number 5 will be retired, joining other Celtics legends to receive the team's ultimate ...
Clips' George strains left hamstring again in loss
ESPN - 14 Feb 2020 04:35
Clippers guard Paul George suffered a strained left hamstring again and was ruled out of Thursday night's 141-133 double-overtime loss to the Celtics.
Celtics reveal they'll retire KG's No. 5 next season
ESPN - 14 Feb 2020 03:32
With a surprise video and former coach Doc Rivers on hand, the Celtics revealed Thursday night that they will retire Kevin Garnett's No. 5 jersey next season.
LEADER OF THE PACK: Adam Miller Has A Wolf Mentality
SLAMonline - 14 Feb 2020 00:04
If you're going to try to understand Adam Miller, you need to understand this whole "wolf" thing. There are levels to it. First, there's his nickname, "Ace Wolf," which he explains is a derivation of his father's nicknam...
Andrew Wiggins off to good start for Warriors
InsideHoops - 14 Feb 2020 00:02
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Golden State Warriors (@warriors) on Feb 10, 2020 at 9:48pm PST Are you mentally prepared to read something nice about Andrew Wiggins? Hopefully so, because it’s about to ha...