Lakers’ Rui Hachimura chose No. 28 for Kobe, Gianna Bryant

Last Monday, the Los Angeles Lakers traded Kendrick Nunn to the Washington Wizards for Rui Hachimura and three second-round draft picks, and one thing the fourth-year wing marked off his check list was picking No. 28 for Kobe and Gianna Bryant. In an interview with ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith on his “Know Mercy” podcast, Hachimura […]

James Foglio  •  01 Feb 2023
Chicago’s Latest Lonzo Ball Injury Update Is Not The News That Fans Or Himself Wanted To Hear

It’s been a tough 2022-23 season for the Chicago Bulls at 23-27 which is eleventh in the Eastern Conference. Inconsistent wins and some rumblings between players and the front office have been rumored earlier this season. The worst news coming out of the Bulls season so far is Lonzo Balls injury update. He has yet […]

Zach Wolpin  •  01 Feb 2023
Nick Wright of First Things First says more hype by NBA media about Steph Curry than LeBron James

Nick Wright of First Things First believes there was more hype by the NBA media about Steph Curry approaching the 3-point record last season than there’s been about LeBron James breaking Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s all-time scoring record. “So, I want to talk about LeBron this season momentarily, and then the big picture thing,” said Wright. “The […]

James Foglio  •  01 Feb 2023
The New York Knicks Reportedly Are Interested In Detroit’s Sadiq Bey Ahead Of The Trade Deadline

Despite a tough 129-123 loss to the LA Lakers last night, the New York Knicks are still in great position to be a playoff contender. A 27-25 record has them at seventh in the East and are just five games out of fourth place. The Knicks are a team that can’t get over the hump […]

Zach Wolpin  •  01 Feb 2023
Our All-Access Guide To Everything You Need To Know For The 2023 Jordan Rising Stars Festivities

The beauty of the all-star weekend festivities is that a number of players around the league get a chance to showcase their talent. Whether it’s the all-star game, dunk or three-point contest, and even the Jordan Rising Stars players, they all want to put on a show for the fans watching. With the Jordan Rising […]

Zach Wolpin  •  01 Feb 2023
LeBron James’ 28-Point Triple-Double Moves Him To Fourth All-Time For Career Assists

The New York Knicks fought hard against the LA Lakers last night, but lost in a tough game 129-123 in OT. After sitting out vs the Brooklyn Nets in a loss on Monday night, LeBron James made his return last night to grace the hardwood of MSG. James lead the Lakers with 28 points last […]

Zach Wolpin  •  01 Feb 2023
Pistons granted $5.276 million disabled player exception for Cade Cunningham’s season-ending injury

The Detroit Pistons have been granted a $5.276 million disabled player exception for Cade Cunningham’s season-ending shin injury, according to sources. On Dec. 16, Cunningham was ruled out for the remainder of the 2022-23 season after suffering a stress fracture in his left shin. Of course, the second-year guard sustained the injury in a 128-112 […]

James Foglio  •  31 Jan 2023
WATCH: Isaac Okoro sings ‘Take Me To Church’ in Cavaliers’ hot tub

Watch as Isaac Okoro sings “Take Me To Church” by Hozier in the Cleveland Cavaliers’ hot tub. Fellow teammate Darius Garland filmed the 2020 fifth overall pick as he chilled in the sauna. It was a hilarious rendition on Hozier’s hit single. “Take me to church, I’ll worship like a dog at the shrine of […]

James Foglio  •  31 Jan 2023
Boston’s Marcus Smart Not Going To Rush Back From Injury Before The All-Star Break

The Boston Celtics are a powerhouse this season with the league’s best record at 36-15. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are the engine that drive the Celtics this season, but an unsung hero for the team has been Marcus Smart. However, he’s been out the last four games in a row with an ankle injury. […]

Zach Wolpin  •  31 Jan 2023