Victor Wembanyama ‘hopes to be better than Shawn Bradley,’ says Olden Polynice

San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama — the first overall pick of the 2023 NBA Draft — is labeled a generational talent by many, but former NBA player Olden Polynice believes the 7-foot-3 rookie would be lucky to become a better player than Shawn Bradley. Over the weekend, Tim Hardaway Sr. declared that Phoenix Suns […]

James Foglio  •  28 Sep 2023
76ers’ Joel Embiid marries longtime girlfriend Anne de Paula

Philadelphia 76ers superstar Joel Embiid married his longtime girlfriend, Anne de Paula, on Saturday in Southampton, New York. The six-time All-Star finally has a ring. The couple exchanged vows in a church after walking down the aisle with their son, Arthur, who was conceived on Sept. 16, 2020. Embiid’s son was named after Embiid’s younger […]

James Foglio  •  24 Jul 2023
Austin Rivers says Damian Lillard trade request is bad for the NBA

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Austin Rivers believes Damian Lillard requesting a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers is a horrible look for the NBA. During an appearance on The Ringer’s “NBA Show,” the 11-year veteran opened up on the ongoing trade rumors regarding Lillard. “If you were a free agent, then you could choose where you […]

James Foglio  •  24 Jul 2023
NBA Rumors: Mavericks targeting Timberwolves guard Jaylen Nowell

According to the latest NBA rumors, the Dallas Mavericks are interested in free agent guard Jaylen Nowell. Nowell, 24, was selected 43rd overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2019 NBA Draft out of the University of Washington. The 6-foot-4 guard has played four seasons with Minnesota. “No, he’s not coming back to the Wolves,” […]

James Foglio  •  24 Jul 2023
Heat: Gary Payton supports Damian Lillard’s desire to want to join Miami, ‘Everybody should chase a championship’

This offseason, Damian Lillard requested a trade from the Portland Trail Blazers. His preferred destination is the Miami Heat. At this stage in his career, Lillard wants to be competing for an NBA title. He’s spent the last 11 seasons with the Blazers, but he could be on the move. Former Heat star Gary Payton […]

Zach Wolpin  •  24 Jul 2023
Nuggets: Christian Braun is confident that he can fill the role Bruce Brown played last season

During the 2023 postseason, the Denver Nuggets were nearly unstoppable. Their stars were carrying the team while their role players made a solid contribution as well. Bruce Brown cashed in on their Finals win by signing a two-year, $45 million deal with the Pacers. With Brown no longer on the team, Christian Braun has been […]

Zach Wolpin  •  24 Jul 2023
Stephen Curry excludes LeBron James from his all-time starting five

Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors named his all-time starting five during a recent interview with Buzzfeed, and the nine-time All-Star excluded himself and future Hall of Famer LeBron James from his fantasy lineup. Curry’s all-time starting five includes PG – Magic Johnson, SG – Michael Jordan, SF – Kobe Bryant, PF – Tim […]

James Foglio  •  24 Jul 2023
Timberwolves: Kyle Anderson obtained Chinese citizenship, making him World Cup eligible

Starting on August 25, 32 teams from around the country will be competing in the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. In June, the Chinese National Team announced their extended 18-man roster. Kyle Anderson of the Minnesota Timberwolves was left on that list of players, but that’s in the process of changing. Anderson has obtained his […]

Zach Wolpin  •  24 Jul 2023
76ers: NBA insiders say that they ‘absolutely’ could see the Knicks make a trade for Joel Embiid

Over the years, the New York Knicks have been linked to a number of all-stars in trade conversations. However, the team has not landed any of the superstars they were rumored to. In 2022-23, the Knicks had one of their better seasons in the last 10+ years. They won a playoff series, but it’s clear […]

Zach Wolpin  •  24 Jul 2023