Basketball News
Dennis Schroder Reportedly Declined Four-Year, $84 Million Extension with Lakers
SLAMonline - 31 Mar 2021 12:38
27-year-old point guard Dennis Schroder, a Sixth Man of the Year candidate in 2019-20, was the biggest acquisition for the Los Angeles Lakers last offseason with the defending champions looking to make another run to the...
UConn guard Bouknight will enter NBA draft
ESPN - 31 Mar 2021 19:05
UConn standout guard James Bouknight told ESPN he is entering the 2021 NBA draft and will hire an agent.
N.B.A. Trade Deadline Fallout for the Lakers
The New York Times - 31 Mar 2021 15:00
After more than a dozen trades at the deadline, there are still many moves to be made, with lingering free agents, buyouts and executive contracts in the balance.
Lou Williams Considered Retirement After Getting Traded to Atlanta Hawks
SLAMonline - 31 Mar 2021 19:57
The Los Angeles Clippers surprised a lot of people after trading Lou Williams to the Atlanta Hawks for Rajon Rondo. However, no one was more surprised than Williams. After four seasons in Los Angeles, he admits that he a...
DeMarcus Cousins to Sign Contract with Clippers
SLAMonline - 31 Mar 2021 18:25
A familiar face will return to the NBA hardwood soon, as Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium reports that veteran center DeMarcus Cousins is expected to sign a contract with the Los Angeles Clippers once he clears...
David Griffin: Lonzo Ball 'Made it Very Clear' He Wants to Remain with Pelicans
SLAMonline - 31 Mar 2021 18:13
As one of the most polarizing young prospects in the NBA, a byproduct of his draft position, high school hype and outspoken father, New Orleans Pelicans point guard Lonzo Ball was the subject of rumors galore leading up ...
Blake Griffin: 'The Last Couple Years All I've Heard is How Bad I Am'
SLAMonline - 31 Mar 2021 18:00
After being bought out by the Detroit Pistons this month, star forward Blake Griffin became a free agent and ultimately signed a deal with the Brooklyn Nets. Already the most talented team in the league, Griffin brings k...
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SLAMonline - 31 Mar 2021 16:14Utah Jazz Flight Makes Emergency Landing Following Takeoff
SLAMonline - 31 Mar 2021 13:00
The Utah Jazz had a scary moment on Tuesday, as their charted flight to Memphis was forced to make an emergency landing shortly after takeoff due to engine failure. Below you can see pictures of the plane after it struck...
Williams joins Hawks after retirement thoughts
ESPN - 31 Mar 2021 05:45
Lou Williams joined the Hawks on Tuesday, nearly a week after he was dealt by the Clippers at the trade deadline.
Mavericks GM Donnie Nelson Compares Luka Doncic to Jason Kidd and Steve Nash
SLAMonline - 31 Mar 2021 03:57
Luka Doncic has solidified himself as one of the best players in the NBA with his play, earning the honor of being an NBA All-Star captain last month. While he continues to impress everyone across the world, the Dallas f...
Aldridge talks Nets fit: 'Not here to be an All-Star'
ESPN - 31 Mar 2021 02:29
Speaking to reporters Tuesday for the first time since arriving in Brooklyn, LaMarcus Aldridge said he's "not worried about being an All-Star anymore" and just wants to bring value to the Nets as a big man who can shoot ...
Mitchell Robinson Undergoes Successful Surgery to Repair Fractured Foot
SLAMonline - 31 Mar 2021 01:15
The New York Knicks have been one of the pleasant surprises during the 2020-21 season, currently fifth in the Eastern Conference standings with a 24-23 record just one season removed from going 21-45. Heading into April,...
Knicks lose Mitchell Robinson to major foot injury
InsideHoops - 31 Mar 2021 00:29
The Knicks are having a solid season, and must continue without the services of talented center Mitchell Robinson, who is out after undergoing surgery on his recently broken right foot. Via New York Newsday: The Knicks h...
Russell Westbrook Joins Magic Johnson, Oscar Roberston with Historic Triple-Double
SLAMonline - 31 Mar 2021 00:02
It’s already widely-accepted that the Washington Wizards guard Russell Westbrook will go down as a triple-double legend among the great players to play in the NBA and last night’s game against the Indiana Pacers only...