Basketball News
'This Kid's Special': Candace Parker Owned L.A. From Day 1
The New York Times - 3 Feb 2021 10:00
Parker, long the face of the Los Angeles Sparks, opened her W.N.B.A. career with a statement game. Its message has held up for 13 seasons and counting: She deserved the hype.
Warriors center Looney exits with ankle sprain
ESPN - 3 Feb 2021 06:47
Center Kevon Looney sprained his left ankle in the first half of Tuesday's game against the Celtics and did not return.
Devin Booker On Relationship With Chris Paul: 'Iron Sharpens Iron'
SLAMonline - 3 Feb 2021 22:23
The Phoenix Suns have carried their bubble momentum into the 2020-21 season after the acquisition of Chris Paul. After a recent game-winning shot by Devin Booker, the Suns have improved their record to 11-8, good for fif...
Lauri Markkanen Could Earn Huge Payday This Offseason
SLAMonline - 3 Feb 2021 22:16
Lauri Markkanen of the Chicago Bulls is in a contract season and will look for a major payday this upcoming offseason. The 23-year-old has had injury issues early in his career but has been excellent when healthy. So far...
Magic sign Frank Mason III, waive Jordan Bone
InsideHoops - 3 Feb 2021 21:30
The Orlando Magic have signed free agent guard Frank Mason III to a two-way contract, President of Basketball Operations Jeff Weltman announced today. In addition, the Magic have waived guard Jordan Bone. Mason (5'11", 1...
Klay Thompson: 'I Plan On Playing For A Long Time'
SLAMonline - 3 Feb 2021 15:52
Klay Thompson was one of the best shooting guards in the entire NBA before his recent string of injuries. In fact, he was one of the best shooters in league history. After tearing his ACL in the 2019 NBA Finals and goi...
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Calls for Vaccination of NBA Players
SLAMonline - 3 Feb 2021 15:47
Los Angeles Lakers legend, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar wrote an Op-Ed for the New York Times that NBA players can raise awareness surrounding the COVID-19 vaccination. Last month Jabbar and Arnold Schwarzenegger, both 73, were f...
Anthony Davis Is the Teammate LeBron James Has Been Waiting For
The New York Times - 3 Feb 2021 15:00
James, the Los Angeles Lakers superstar, has seemed happier and looser with Davis around. The duo have already won a championship together, but, somehow, seem to be getting better.
NBA Award Watch: 2021 Most Improved Player
SLAMonline - 3 Feb 2021 04:26
The 2020-21 NBA season is roughly a quarter of the way through as we enter February. At this point in the season, there have been quite a few players that have made incredible leaps this season in their production. Last ...