Basketball News
A'ja Wilson for M.V.P., and More W.N.B.A. Awards Picks
The New York Times - 14 Sep 2020 09:00
Wilson, the Aces' All-Star forward, isn't the only one from Las Vegas deserving of honors this year.
Paul George: Clippers 'Still In The Driver's Seat' vs Nuggets
SLAMonline - 14 Sep 2020 22:12
Paul George says the Clippers are “still in the driver’s seat” heading into a Game 7 against the Nuggets on Tuesday. The Clippers have been unable to close out the series, blowing second-half leads of 15- and 19-po...
Lonzo flips reps again, signs with Klutch Sports
ESPN - 14 Sep 2020 14:33
After brief stints with Creative Arts Agency and Roc Nation, Pelicans guard Lonzo Ball has signed with agent Rich Paul of Klutch Sports, he told ESPN.
Report: Bucks Willing To Spend To Improve Roster Around Giannis Antetokounmpo
SLAMonline - 14 Sep 2020 19:32
After losing in the second round for a second straight season, the Bucks informed franchise star Giannis Antetokounmpo that they’re willing to spend into the luxury tax this offseason to improve the roster, reports ESP...
George: Clips still in 'driver seat' despite collapses
ESPN - 14 Sep 2020 03:28
Paul George said Sunday he still likes the Clippers' odds in Game 7 against the Nuggets despite LA blowing two double-digit leads in a row and squandering a 3-1 series lead in the Western Conference semifinals.
Kings interview Nuggets GM Booth, source says
ESPN - 14 Sep 2020 03:28
Nuggets GM Calvin Booth interviewed for the Kings' general manager position, a source said.
Heat coach Erik Spoelstra speaks on matchup with Celtics
InsideHoops - 14 Sep 2020 23:50
The Eastern Conference Finals series between the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics starts tomorrow. The Miami Herald: "You're not expecting it to be easy," Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said after Monday's practice of this year'...
Pau Gasol, Wife Honor Kobe Bryant's Family With Newborn Daughter's Name
SLAMonline - 14 Sep 2020 23:34
This past weekend, six-time All-Star and former Laker Pau Gasol and his wife, Catherine McDonnell, happily announced the birth of their first bundle of joy. With Vanessa Bryant‘s blessing, Gasol and his wife honored Ko...
Nuggets guard Jamal Murray should be okay to play in Game 7 vs Clippers
InsideHoops - 14 Sep 2020 20:44
The Nuggets and Clippers are tied 3-3 in their second round playoff series. Game 7 is Tuesday night. And it sounds like Denver will have star guard Jamal Murray in action. Here’s the Denver Post reporting: Nuggets coac...
Sources: Bucks tell Giannis they'll spend on cast
ESPN - 14 Sep 2020 19:13
In a three-hour lunch meeting Friday, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bucks co-owner Marc Lasry discussed the team's season and disappointing finish and brainstormed on some personnel upgrades, sources told ESPN.
Dwyane Wade keeping a close eye on Miami Heat playoff run
InsideHoops - 14 Sep 2020 19:05
Former Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade is an observer now spoke with the Miami Herald on the team, who stepped up and convincingly eliminated the Bucks to reach the Eastern Conference Finals. Future Hall of Fame guard Dwyane...
Report: Daryl Morey Will Be 'Under Review' by Rockets Owner
SLAMonline - 14 Sep 2020 18:14
Following the Rockets‘ disappointing second-round playoff exit, general manager Daryl Morey will be “under review” by the team’s owner Tilman Fertitta, reports Yahoo’s Chris Haynes. The review could be a mere f...
Kyle Lowry Thinks Pascal Siakam Will Come Back Even Better
SLAMonline - 14 Sep 2020 00:14
Pascal Siakam was the 2018-19 NBA Most Improved Player. He made a massive leap in production and was a key piece in the Toronto Raptors’ championship run. This season, with Kawhi Leonard joining the LA Clippers in free...