Basketball News
Sparks Forward Kristine Anigwe Plans to 'Stay Ready'
The New York Times - 28 Aug 2020 09:00
The Los Angeles Sparks have a roster filled with All-Star forwards. In her second year, Anigwe is using their example as preparation to contribute to a championship run whenever she can.
Magic's Gordon leaves bubble due to hamstring
ESPN - 28 Aug 2020 02:35
Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon, who strained his left hamstring on Aug. 5, has left the NBA bubble, the team announced Thursday.
Former Milwaukee Bucks Player John Henson Talks Profiling and Protests
The New York Times - 28 Aug 2020 01:37
"At some point," said John Henson, who was racially profiled in Wisconsin in 2015, "it needs to be a loud enough message so that everyone says, 'Hey, this is not OK.'"
What experts say NBA players should do with this power
ESPN - 28 Aug 2020 23:22
Leaders including Donna Brazile and Rep. Karen Bass discuss how players can translate political passions into tangible results.
NBA playoff game schedule updated after player strike
InsideHoops - 28 Aug 2020 22:52
After NBA players essentially went on strike these last few days, not against the NBA but as a protest against anti-Black police brutality issues in the United States, the league had to reschedule some games. Action will...
A few players the Bulls might like to draft
InsideHoops - 28 Aug 2020 22:39
The Bulls have the No. 4 pick in the 2020 NBA draft. Here’s the Chicago Sun-Times looking at a few of the many possible routes the team might wish to take: With Otto Porter Jr. expected to opt in at $28.5 million for t...
Russell Westbrook likely active for Rockets vs Thunder Game 5
InsideHoops - 28 Aug 2020 22:15
Here’s the Oklahoman reporting on Rockets guard Russell Westbrook, who has yet to play in the team’s first-round playoff series against the OKC Thunder but should be ready to go for Game 5: Rockets guard Russell West...
Knicks have reportedly chosen their new assistant coaches
InsideHoops - 28 Aug 2020 20:45
The Knicks have reportedly decided on their assistant coaching staff. Here’s the New York Post reporting: Tom Thibodeau will have at least two guys on his assistant staff with whom he's worked closely. While the hiring...
Gayle Benson Tests Positive for COVID-19
SLAMonline - 28 Aug 2020 20:40
The owner of the New Orleans Pelicans, Gayle Benson, has tested positive for COVID-19, The Times-Picayune reports. The 73-year-old has not been hospitalized and remains active in executive meetings around the league. Ben...
Chennedy 'Hollywood' Carter Shines Brightest When the Lights Are On
The New York Times - 28 Aug 2020 17:42
The rookie guard has been stellar for a moribund Atlanta Dream team, motivated by being overlooked. People "have always slept on me," she said.
Sacramento Kings search for new general manager
InsideHoops - 28 Aug 2020 17:09
Here’s the Sacramento Bee reporting on the Kings and their search for a new general manager: The search for a new general manager is underway in Sacramento. The Kings have talked for years about changing the culture wi...
Rivers: Clips players thought season was 'over'
ESPN - 28 Aug 2020 06:18
Clippers coach Doc Rivers said his players are ready to resume play, but said they "thought it was over" after an emotional meeting Wednesday night.