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James Foglio

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James is a Basketball Insiders contributor. He earned his bachelor's degree in English and Creative Writing at Southern New Hampshire University. James enjoys watching sports and helping gamblers win money.

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Liz Cambage steps away from WNBA after six seasons

Liz Cambage is now stepping away from the WNBA after playing six seasons in the league. On July 26, the Los Angeles Sparks released the four-time All-Star and labeled this separation a “contract divorce.” On Instagram, Cambage posted an image with this caption on Monday: “Playing for the Sparks was a dream come true and […]

James Foglio  •  17 Aug 2022
Storm vs Aces becomes most-watched WNBA game since 2008

The Seattle Storm played the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday, Aug. 14, and this regular-season finale became the most-watched WNBA game since 2008. According to Nielsen ratings, the game peaked at 1.1 million viewers, making this WNBA contest the highest viewed across all networks in 14 years. For those wondering, Game 1 between the Los […]

James Foglio  •  17 Aug 2022
Heat guard Tyler Herro on trade talks: “My name’s been in rumors”

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro is preparing for the 2022-23 season, regardless of NBA trade talks or rumors. When asked about the gossip by Ira Winderman of the Sun-Sentinel, Herro told the reporter, “I mean, ever since I’ve been here, my name’s been in rumors.” “So rumors, like I said last summer, they don’t bother […]

James Foglio  •  17 Aug 2022
Spurs sign forward Alize Johnson to a one-year, $2 million contract

The San Antonio Spurs have signed forward Alize Johnson to a one-year, $2 million contract. This is non-guaranteed deal for the 26-year-old. Johnson was selected 50th overall by the Indiana Pacers in the 2018 NBA Draft. During his rookie 2018-19 season, the forward’s offensive production was limited. While shooting 25% from the field and 50% […]

James Foglio  •  17 Aug 2022
Former Raptors guard Jalen Harris reinstated after year suspension

Former Toronto Raptors guard Jalen Harris has been reinstated, following a one-year suspension for violating the NBA’s drug policy. He was selected 59th overall by the team in the 2020 NBA Draft. On Tuesday, the NBA and NBPA released this statement: “The NBA and National Basketball Players Association today granted the application of Jalen Harris […]

James Foglio  •  16 Aug 2022
James Dolan could likely sell Knicks in coming years

James Dolan presumed ownership of the New York Knicks in 1999, and the billionaire has been asked on multiple occasions on whether or not he’d decide to sell the Knicks. That time could be coming sooner rather than later. His choice to do so would change the NBA forever. On Monday, MSG Sports analyst Jonathan […]

James Foglio  •  16 Aug 2022
NBA announces no games will occur on Election Day 2022

The NBA has announced that no games will occur on Election Day, Tuesday, November 8, 2022. The league is striving to promote nonpartisan civic engagement. The league office wants a high voter turnout for this year’s midterm elections. On Tuesday morning, this statement was released by the league: “Over the next few months, teams will […]

James Foglio  •  16 Aug 2022
Lakers owner Jeanie Buss explains O.J. Simpson car towed story

Lakers owner Jeanie Buss went on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” to discuss the new “Legacy” documentary on Hulu, and guest host Desus Nice asked her what the strangest thing was to occur at a Lakers game. As it turned out, the story pertained to O.J. Simpson. “Um, you know, I guess the weirdest thing was right […]

James Foglio  •  16 Aug 2022
76ers, Ben Simmons reach settlement on withheld pay grievance

Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons filed to recover a portion of almost $20 million the Philadelphia 76ers withheld from him for not playing in the 2021-22 season. Simmons filed a grievance with the players’ union. The three-time All-Star searched for excuses all last season to avoid playing. A contract dispute, back injury and not being […]

James Foglio  •  16 Aug 2022
Nuggets sign forward Justin Tillman to one-year deal

The Denver Nuggets have signed free agent forward Justin Tillman to a one-year deal. This is a non-guaranteed contract. After going undrafted in 2018, he played with the Miami Heat during the Summer League. However, Tillman never appeared in an NBA game. In four years at VCU, through a total of 137 games, Tillman averaged […]

James Foglio  •  15 Aug 2022