Basketball News
NBA Power Rankings, way-too-early edition: Where the Bucks, Suns and every team stand right now
ESPN - 21 Jul 2021 07:24
Sure, the Bucks just won the title. But how is next season shaping up? Here's a way-too-early look at where the champs and all 30 teams stand ahead of 2021-22.
Sports world reacts to Milwaukee winning first NBA title since 1971
ESPN - 21 Jul 2021 15:05
Milwaukee celebrates becoming the third NBA Finals team to win four straight after trailing 0-2
Giannis on Sticking With the Bucks and Winning an NBA Title: 'This is the Hard Way to Do It'
SLAMonline - 21 Jul 2021 19:55
The 50-year drought is over. Giannis and the Milwaukee Bucks made history last night by becoming the NBA’s newest champions. Finishing Game 6 with an astounding stat line, Giannis finished with 50 points, 14 rebounds a...
NBA world has changed since the Bucks' first title
ESPN - 21 Jul 2021 09:43
Much has changed in the NBA over Milwaukee's 49-season championship drought
The Milwaukee Bucks Win the N.B.A. Championship
The New York Times - 21 Jul 2021 05:42
The Bucks defeated the Phoenix Suns in the N.B.A. finals in six games for their first title in 50 years. It's the first championship for Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Retirement Not in Plans for Chris Paul, Reports Claim Lakers Are Interested
SLAMonline - 21 Jul 2021 23:52
Chris Paul did little to hide his disappointment after the Phoenix Suns lost to the Milwaukee Bucks in six games in the NBA Finals. While his future will be in question this offseason, CP3 eliminated retirement from the ...
Phoenix Suns Coach Monty Williams Congratulates Bucks With Class
SLAMonline - 21 Jul 2021 23:45
Giannis Antetokounmpo will be the number one topic of discussion after the Milwaukee Bucks closed out the NBA Finals thanks to a 50 point, 14 rebounds, 5 block performance in Game 6. The next topic of discussion will be ...
How Jrue Holiday Quietly Changed the Bucks' Championship Fortunes
SLAMonline - 21 Jul 2021 23:40
After being crowned an NBA champion, Jrue Holiday took a moment to reflect on his journey. “This is such a blessing, man. This is only God,” Holiday said prior to the trophy presentation. “Like I said before, as a ...
Alex Rodriguez Joins Ownership Group for Timberwolves and Lynx
The New York Times - 21 Jul 2021 22:31
Rodriguez and Marc Lore, an e-commerce billionaire, have a pathway to controlling ownership of the professional Minnesota basketball teams in two years.
Maria Taylor Leaves ESPN After NBA Finals
The New York Times - 21 Jul 2021 18:51
The popular studio host and reporter was widely expected to depart after disparaging remarks made by a colleague were made public. Her next stop could be NBC.
Devin Booker: 'I Should Never Be Compared to Kobe Bryant'
SLAMonline - 21 Jul 2021 15:00
Devin Booker of the Phoenix Suns has officially scored the most playoff points of any player in their first appearance. He was a crucial piece to the Suns making a trip to the NBA Finals and having one of the best record...
Post Up: Milwaukee Bucks Crowned NBA Champions
SLAMonline - 21 Jul 2021 13:00
In Game 6 of the 2021 NBA Finals, the Bucks came home to Milwaukee looking to close out the series. On the back of their superstar in Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Bucks were crowned as champions. We broke down Game 6 of th...
Bulls' LaVine cleared to join Team USA in Tokyo
ESPN - 21 Jul 2021 08:20
Zach LaVine has cleared health and safety protocols and will join the rest of Team USA in Tokyo on Thursday afternoon.