Basketball News
Suns enter All-Star break with 2nd best record in NBA
InsideHoops - 5 Mar 2021 09:43
The Suns have been one of the best stories in the NBA over the course of the season’s first half. Via the Arizona Republic: The Suns continue to have the winning fever as they’ll go into the NBA All-Star break on a f...
Jazz Stars Donovan Mitchell, Rudy Gobert Sound Off on Officiating After OT Loss
SLAMonline - 5 Mar 2021 06:21
Utah Jazz star guard Donovan Mitchell was extremely disappointed after an 131-123 overtime loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, as he was ejected with 31.5 seconds left in what he felt was a winnable person. Incensed for bein...
Michael Carter-Williams and Terrence Ross fined by NBA
InsideHoops - 5 Mar 2021 05:24
Orlando Magic guard Michael Carter-Williams and guard-forward Terrence Ross have each been fined $15,000 for verbal abuse of game officials and failing to leave the court in a timely manner, it was announced today by Kik...
Lakers salary cap situation
InsideHoops - 5 Mar 2021 23:55
The NBA trade deadline is later this month. As the defending NBA champions, the Lakers look poised to compete for the title again this year. So, big moves aren’t likely. But for a look at roster flexiblity, here’s th...
Living Inside J. Cole's Dream: A Behind-The-Scenes Look at the PUMA RS-Dreamer
SLAMonline - 5 Mar 2021 23:22
Dreamville isn't a place, but it is a state. Energies and possibilities and opportunities run endlessly in Dreamville. Or is at Dreamville? Or is it through Dreamville? Ib Hamad is coming to us live from Dreamville, teem...
Cassius Stanley gets Slam Dunk contest advice from Victor Oladipo
InsideHoops - 5 Mar 2021 23:03
Pacers guard Cassius Stanley will be competing in this year’s Slam Dunk content. It’s always smart for young players to seek veteran advice, whether about regular basketball or throwing down dunks, and that’s repor...
NBA fines Mitchell, Gobert for criticizing officials
ESPN - 5 Mar 2021 23:01
The NBA has fined Utah's Donovan Mitchell $25,000 for his rant against the officiating and for "recklessly" knocking over a water cooler after Wednesday's loss vs. Philadelphia. Teammate Rudy Gobert was fined $20,000.
Blake Griffin Agrees to Contract Buyout with Pistons, Becoming Free Agent
SLAMonline - 5 Mar 2021 20:00
Per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, veteran forward Blake Griffin has agreed to a contract buyout with the Detroit Pistons that will see the six-time All-Star reach free agency for the first time in his 11-year career. Griffi...
Caris LeVert Set To Return In Second Half Of Season
SLAMonline - 5 Mar 2021 18:24
Shortly after being moved to the Indiana Pacers as part of the blockbuster James Harden trade, Caris LeVert underwent surgery for kidney cancer in late January. While he still hasn't made his debut in Indiana, things are...
LeBron James Gives Fans First View of 'Space Jam: A New Legacy,' New-Look Toon Squad
SLAMonline - 5 Mar 2021 17:51
Basketball fans can rejoice as the long-awaited sequel to the popular Space Jam film is now almost here. Twenty-five years in the making, the Toon Squad will once again take the court, this time with a new team member. W...
Kevin Garnett Announces He Won't Be Timberwolves Owner, Blames Glen Taylor
SLAMonline - 5 Mar 2021 17:14
On Thursday, Hall of Fame forward-center Kevin Garnett announced that he and his group are no longer involved in the process of purchasing the Minnesota Timberwolves in a colorfully worded Instagram post. A galled Garnet...
LeBron James, Kevin Durant Select Their Squads For 2021 NBA All-Star Game
SLAMonline - 5 Mar 2021 16:47
With superstar forwards LeBron James and Kevin Durant serving as team captains for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game, both would get their chance to select their squads during Thursday night’s 2021 NBA All-Star Draft in a str...
LeBron James calls Jaylen Brown 'underappreciated'
InsideHoops - 5 Mar 2021 09:17
It’s always cool when LeBron James tells the world that you’re a good basketball player. Via the Boston.com: After Thursday's victory over the Toronto Raptors, Celtics wing Jaylen Brown was informed that LeBron James...
Blazers guard CJ McCollum cleared for contact practice
InsideHoops - 5 Mar 2021 06:55
Portland Trail Blazers guard CJ McCollum continues to recover from a left mid-foot fracture and has been cleared for contact practice, it was announced today by Neil Olshey, Trail Blazers president of basketball operatio...
LeBron James and Kevin Durant have drafted teams for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game
InsideHoops - 5 Mar 2021 05:28
Captains LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers and Kevin Durant of the Brooklyn Nets have selected the team rosters for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game, which will be played on Sunday, March 7. Milwaukee Bucks forward Gianni...
Cleveland honors Love with humanitarian award
ESPN - 5 Mar 2021 03:53
Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love received the first Humanitarian of the Year Award at the Greater Cleveland Sports Awards on Thursday night.
Zion out Thursday; still on for ASG, sources say
ESPN - 5 Mar 2021 03:53
New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson will sit out Thursday's game against the Miami Heat because of a right toe issue, but sources told ESPN he is still expected to play in Sunday's NBA All-Star Game.
McCollum cleared for practice, Nurkic progressing
ESPN - 5 Mar 2021 03:53
CJ McCollum and Jusuf Nurkic are making progress in their recovery from injuries that have kept them sidelined for nearly seven weeks.