Basketball News
'I was a deer in headlights': What it was like to defend Kobe Bryant
ESPN - 22 Jan 2021 13:51
Fifteen years after Kobe dropped 81 on the Raptors, those who went up against him share what it was like to face the Black Mamba.
Atlanta Hawks statement on Hank Aaron, who has passed away
InsideHoops - 22 Jan 2021 23:09
The Atlanta Hawks released the following statement on the passing of MLB and Atlanta Braves legend Hank Aaron: "The Atlanta Hawks organization is deeply saddened by the passing of Atlanta Braves legend Henry "Hank" Aaron...
R.J. Barrett having good season for Knicks
InsideHoops - 22 Jan 2021 23:02
Young Knicks swingman R.J. Barrett is turning some heads lately. Via the New York Newsday: When the offensively challenged Knicks won at Golden State on Thursday to begin a four-game road trip, it seemed worth noting tha...
Wizards will reportedly sign center Alex Len
InsideHoops - 22 Jan 2021 22:05
The Wizards are in serious need of some help up front, and are set to do something about it. Via the Washington Post: The Washington Wizards resolved at least one of their major headaches Friday and bolstered a thin fron...
Nets will be without Kevin Durant against Cavs tonight
InsideHoops - 22 Jan 2021 21:55
The Nets won’t be at full strength tonight. Via the Sun Sentinel: The second appearance of the Brooklyn Nets' Big Three was put on hold Friday until the Miami Heat's Saturday visit to Barclays Center. As they continue ...
Agents: Free agent Pelle plans to sign with Nets
ESPN - 22 Jan 2021 21:45
Free-agent forward Norvel Pelle is planning to sign a deal with the Brooklyn Nets once he clears health and safety protocols, his agents, BJ Bass and Tod Seidel, told ESPN.
Mavs Consider Preseason Games Close to Home For Luka Doncic
SLAMonline - 22 Jan 2021 20:48
The NBA has done a great job in recent seasons when it comes to scheduling preseason games against some of the top internationl teams in the world. However, with a shortened preseason prior to the 2020-21 NBA season, thi...
Kendrick Nunn On 2020 NBA Rookie of the Year Award: 'I Feel Like I Should've Won'
SLAMonline - 22 Jan 2021 19:08
The rookie class from the 2019-20 season had no shortage of solid players. Numerous individuals were able make an impact on their respective teams in their first NBA season. When it was all said and done, Ja Morant of th...
Lakers beat Bucks, but Davis says he's in 'funk'
ESPN - 22 Jan 2021 09:04
The Lakers beat the Bucks 113-106 on Thursday night, but star Anthony Davis, who had 18 points and nine rebounds, was critical of his performance.