Basketball News
James Harden Could Be Out Until the Playoffs
The New York Times - 21 Apr 2021 13:30
A healthy Harden, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving have barely played together for the Nets.
Kobe Bryant's Nike Contract Expired. The Implications Are Complex.
The New York Times - 21 Apr 2021 06:01
The end of the deal has no analogue in basketball or sneaker history, opening a hole in the market as Bryant's shoes have been used heavily by N.B.A. athletes and have seen high demand among the public since his death.
Nobody Saw the Knicks Coming
The New York Times - 21 Apr 2021 06:01
Behind Julius Randle, the Knicks have become one of the N.B.A.'s most surprising -- and best defensive -- teams. Kristaps Porzingis, who?
UCLA's Johnny Juzang Enters NBA Draft
SLAMonline - 21 Apr 2021 23:53
Johnny Juzang, the breakout star who earned a spot on the All-Tournament team during UCLA’s run to the Final Four, is declaring for the NBA draft. He has decided against hiring an agent. Not hiring an agent will mainta...
Kawhi Leonard To Be Re-Evaluated Next Week Due to Sore Foot
SLAMonline - 21 Apr 2021 23:45
The Los Angeles Clipper’s injury situation continues to mirror last year as their All-Star, Kawhi Leonard will be held out until next week due to foot soreness. The injury will be re-evaluated then, according to The ...
James Harden Out Indefinitely From Hamstring Rehab Setback
SLAMonline - 21 Apr 2021 23:32
Brooklyn Nets All-Star guard, James Harden will be out indefinitely due to a “setback” during his hamstring rehabilitation this week, the team announced on Tuesday. James Harden Medical Update: -- Brooklyn Nets (@Br...
Lakers' Davis expects to play Thursday vs. Mavs
ESPN - 21 Apr 2021 23:23
Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis expects to make his return to game action Thursday night against the Dallas Mavericks.
Pacers' Sampson gets 1-game ban for head-butt
ESPN - 21 Apr 2021 23:23
Indiana's JaKarr Sampson was suspended one game by the NBA for head-butting Spurs guard Patty Mills, while Mills ($25,000) and teammate Rudy Gay ($20,000) were both fined for Monday's altercation.
Cavs' Windler out indefinitely after knee surgery
ESPN - 21 Apr 2021 23:23
Cavaliers swingman Dylan Windler, a 2019 first-round draft pick whose young career has been slowed by injuries, underwent surgery on his left knee Tuesday and will be sidelined indefinitely.
Pacers sign forward Oshae Brissett
InsideHoops - 21 Apr 2021 18:50
The Indiana Pacers have signed forward Oshae Brissett to a standard NBA contract. Brissett originally signed with the Pacers on a 10-day contact on April 1, followed by a second 10-day contract on April 11. Previously th...
Bickerstaff to miss game due to personal reasons
ESPN - 21 Apr 2021 18:45
Cavaliers coach J.B. Bickerstaff will miss Wednesday's game vs. the Bulls due to personal reasons, with assistant Greg Buckner handling coaching duties.
Paul George Calls Anthony Edwards A Potential Superstar
SLAMonline - 21 Apr 2021 14:00
Anthony Edwards, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, has been excellent for the Minnesota Timberwolves this season. In fact, to this point, he’s the favorite to win 2021 NBA Rookie of the Year. After playing ...
Nuggets sign Austin Rivers to 10-day contract
InsideHoops - 21 Apr 2021 10:34
The Denver Nuggets yesterday (Tuesday, April 20) signed veteran guard Austin Rivers to a 10-day contract, President of Basketball Operations Tim Connelly announced. Rivers, 6-4, 200, appeared in 21 games (two starts) thi...