PJ Washington and the Charlotte Hornets still have yet to agree on a long-term deal

At this point in the offseason, there are not that many desirable free agents left to sign. However, the Charlotte Hornets still have one of their top players from last season unsigned. In 2022-23, PJ Washington played and started in 73 games for the Hornets. Despite his consistency in a season plagued by injury for […]

Zach Wolpin  •  04 Aug 2023
Terrence Williams sentenced to 10 years in prison for defrauding the NBA’s health care plan for $5 million

Former New Jersey Nets player Terrence Williams, a first-round draft pick in 2009, was sentenced to 10 years in prison Thursday by Manhattan federal Judge Valerie E. Caproni for devising a scheme to steal $5 million from the NBA’s health care plan. Williams, 36, admitted in August 2022 of developing a plan to defraud the […]

James Foglio  •  03 Aug 2023
Ex-ESPN analyst Mark Jackson offered $1 million from CamSoda, an adult webcam site

After ESPN fired longtime analyst Mark Jackson on Monday, making its next round of layoffs, the former Golden State Warriors coach received an offer up to $1 million from CamSoda, an adult webcam site. The job description entails Jackson serving as the company’s first-ever play-by-play announcer for live webcam shows. Cam Soda was first launched […]

James Foglio  •  03 Aug 2023
Serge Ibaka on Bucks trade: ‘The issue was a lack of communication’

Serge Ibaka, 33, signed a one-year, $2.91 million contract with the Milwaukee Bucks last July, but the club ended up trading him, George Hill, Jordan Nwora, and three second-round draft picks (2023-25) to the Indiana Pacers this past February. The three-time All-Defensive member knew he wouldn’t receive much playing time under former coach Mike Budenholzer. Younger […]

James Foglio  •  03 Aug 2023
Hornets sale from Michael Jordan to Gabe Plotkin, Rick Schnall finalized

The Charlotte Hornets sale from Michael Jordan, who had owned a majority stake in the NBA franchise, to a group led by Rick Schnall and Gabe Plotkin has been finalized, it was announced Thursday. “I’m thrilled to be able to pass the reins to two successful, innovative and strategic leaders in Gabe and Rick,” Jordan […]

James Foglio  •  03 Aug 2023
Trail Blazers superstar Damian Lillard: ‘I really want to win a ring’

Portland Trail Blazers superstar Damian Lillard is still seeking a trade to a contender, specifically the Miami Heat. With one goal in mind: the seven-time All-Star wants to win at least one ring in his NBA career. However, Portland brass continues to demand a hefty trade package: four first-round draft picks and two quality players. […]

James Foglio  •  03 Aug 2023
1972 Wilt Chamberlain jersey expected to sell for over $4 million at auction

Wilt Chamberlain’s 1972 NBA Finals jersey is expected to sell for over $4 million at Sotheby’s online auction house. Online bidding for the NBA Hall of Famer’s Los Angeles Lakers jersey will run from Aug. 28 to Sept. 27 at 5 p.m. ET. The current record sale for a Chamberlain sports memorabilia item is $1.79 […]

James Foglio  •  03 Aug 2023
Warriors’ Steve Kerr gave his thoughts on how the team will use Chris Paul in 2023-24

To the surprise of many, the Golden State Warriors traded for veteran, Chris Paul. He’s one of the top PGs of his generation and is a walking Hall of Famer. In the past, Paul has had his differences with the Warriors as a competitor. Especially with his new head coach Stever Kerr. Ahead of the […]

Zach Wolpin  •  03 Aug 2023
Sixers’ Montrezl Harrell suffered a torn ACL, meniscus during an offseason workout

Originally, Montrezl Harrell declined a $2.7 million player option in 2023-24 with the 76ers. After some reconsideration, Harrell decided to sign a one-year deal to remain with Philly next season. The 29-year-old had swelling in his right knee following a recent workout. To be safe, the Sixers got an MRI done on Harrell’s knee. It […]

Zach Wolpin  •  03 Aug 2023