Klay Thompson reveals how coach Steve Kerr has mentored him to recover his best form

It’s no secret that Klay Thompson has been struggling this season playing his 11th campaign in Golden State, but he’s improved his form in recent games. According to the shooting guard, his coach Steve Kerr has played an essential role in helping him recover his elite mentality and proving himself on the NBA courts. After […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  04 Jan 2024
Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle), guard Gary Harris (calf) could miss time

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (right ankle sprain) and guard Gary Harris (right calf strain) could miss some time after sustaining their injuries during Wednesday night’s 138-135 double-overtime loss to the Sacramento Kings. Wagner is the Magic’s second-leading scorer, averaging a career-high 20.9 points per game. The third-year forward injured his right ankle in the […]

James Foglio  •  04 Jan 2024
Cavaliers, Ricky Rubio agree to a contract buyout

The Cleveland Cavaliers and veteran guard Ricky Rubio have agreed to a contract buyout, per sources. Rubio, 33, informed the club that he was stepping away from the game during the offseason, when scheduled to play for Spain in the FIBA World Cup. “We remain fully supportive of Ricky and his efforts, which for now […]

James Foglio  •  04 Jan 2024
James Harden believes his ‘villain role’ is over now after his dramatic trade out of Philadelphia

Back in October, James Harden was traded to the Clippers after a summer of drama that even featured a clash between the players and the Sixers President Daryl Morey. Even though The Beard struggled in his first five matches in Los Angeles, he’s been thriving now with averages of 17.6 points, 4.8 points and 8 […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  04 Jan 2024
Tyrese Haliburton 1st NBA player to record 31-12-3 stat line with 5 3-pointers, 0 turnovers

Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton is the first NBA player in history to record 31 points, 12 assists, three blocks, and five 3-pointers with zero turnovers in a game. During Indiana’s five-game win streak, the 2023 All-Star guard has also notched 76 assists and just seven turnovers. He’s the first player ever with that many […]

James Foglio  •  04 Jan 2024
Knicks’ Isaiah Hartenstein 1st player in franchise history to record 10-20-5 stat line since 2002

New York Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein recorded 10 points, a career-high 20 rebounds, and five blocks in Wednesday night’s 116-100 win over the Chicago Bulls. The last Knicks players to post this same stat line or better were Marcus Camby (2002), Patrick Ewing (12 times from 1988 to 1997), and John Gianelli (1976). At 27 […]

James Foglio  •  04 Jan 2024
Knicks sign Duane Washington Jr. to a two-way contract

The New York Knicks are signing free agent guard Duane Washington Jr. to a two-way contract, according to sources. This is the third time the Knicks have signed Washington to a two-way deal since February 2023. However, he has yet to appear in a single game with the NBA franchise. Washington was waived in late […]

James Foglio  •  03 Jan 2024
Brooklyn Nets Plan to Build Around Mikal Bridges for the Future

Mikal Bridges was a revelation for the Brooklyn Nets last year after being traded in the blockbuster deal that landed Kevin Durant with the Phoenix Suns. In Phoenix, Bridges’ role was completely different. He was a role player who was primarily tasked with guarding the opposition’s best perimeter player. With the Nets, Bridges has opened […]

Mathew Huff  •  03 Jan 2024
Despite hot start to NBA career, rookie Chet Holmgren remains humble: ‘I haven’t proven sh*t’

Despite having only played professionally for less than three months, Chet Holmgren is leading the current Rookie of the Year race and has proved to have what it takes to dominate the NBA in the future. Even though the young center has become a starter for the Oklahoma squad this season, he’s convinced he hasn’t […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  03 Jan 2024