Basketball News
N.B.A. Restart Preview: The Lakers and Clippers Stare Down the West
The New York Times - 30 Jul 2020 01:00
Anticipation built for a Western Conference finals played entirely in one arena. It's still possible, but in Florida instead.
Thibodeau Calls Knicks Job a 'Dream Come True'
The New York Times - 30 Jul 2020 23:42
Tom Thibodeau was announced as the latest coach of the Knicks on Thursday. Eight different people have filled the role since 2011.
'Bubbles' Are Working. But How Long Can Sports Stay Inside?
The New York Times - 30 Jul 2020 22:23
The restricted, campuslike environments used by soccer and pro basketball have proved (mostly) impervious to the coronavirus. But not every league fits inside one.
Knicks bring Thibodeau back to NY as coach
ESPN - 30 Jul 2020 21:10
The Knicks announced Thursday that Tom Thibodeau has been named the 31st head coach in franchise history.
NBA bubble updates: Opening-night intel and key matchups
ESPN - 30 Jul 2020 20:04
Here's everything you need to know to get ready for the NBA's return.
A W.N.B.A. Coach Heard a Call to Feed the Hungry. She's Answering It.
The New York Times - 30 Jul 2020 18:56
Bridget Pettis, a former W.N.B.A. player and coach, is sitting out this season and focusing on teaching her community in Phoenix about gardening and healthy eating.
The Story of Robby Sikka, Doctor and Leader in the NBA
SLAMonline - 30 Jul 2020 18:12
GRAB YOUR COPY OF SLAM 228 Every day looks different for Robby Sikka, the vice president of basketball performance and technology for the Minnesota Timberwolves. He probably interacts with somewhere between 25 and 50 peo...
Knicks officially hire Tom Thibodeau as new head coach
InsideHoops - 30 Jul 2020 17:15
The New York Knicks announced today that Tom Thibodeau has been named the 31st head coach in franchise history. "Tom Thibodeau is a proven winner who gets the most out of the players and teams that he has coached," said ...
Fantasy basketball: Ben Simmons among key players to watch in NBA bubble action
ESPN - 30 Jul 2020 15:45
The NBA bubble reboot gives us the chance to do some scouting on key players.
N.B.A. Season Restart Preview: In the East, Where Do the Bucks Stop?
The New York Times - 30 Jul 2020 02:30
Milwaukee led the Eastern Conference before the season was suspended in March, but a few teams could pose challenges as Giannis Antetokounmpo tries to take the Bucks to the finals.