London Johnson signs two-year contract with G League Ignite

London Johnson, a four-star recruit in the 2023 recruiting class, will bypass college and sign a two-year contract with the G League Ignite. He has also reclassified to 2022. Per ESPN’s ranking, he’s the No. 32 overall prospect in the 2023 recruiting class. Though, 247Sports has the young star ranked at No. 37 overall and […]

James Foglio  •  08 Aug 2024
76ers guard James Harden on his explosiveness: “It’s getting there”

Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden is aiming to elevate his performance in the 2022-23 season. Last season, the 10-time All-Star missed games due to a lingering hamstring injury. This time around, Harden hopes he can still play with the same level of explosiveness he did while with the Houston Rockets. In the 2018-19 season, the […]

James Foglio  •  08 Aug 2024
Adelaide 36ers become first NBL team to defeat an NBA team

On Sunday, the Adelaide 36ers of the NBL made history in their 134-124 win over the Phoenix Suns, becoming the first Australian-based club to defeat an NBA team. At one point, the 36ers had a 16-point lead. The 36ers became the first non-NBA team to win a preseason game in the United States since Fenderbahce […]

James Foglio  •  08 Aug 2024
Heat, Tyler Herro agree to four-year, $130 million contract extension

The Miami Heat and guard Tyler Herro have agreed to a four-year, $130 million contract extension. Per sources, $120 million is fully guaranteed. This multi-year contract also includes $10 million in incentives. While the incentives are unknown, several NBA players receive bonuses for receiving All-NBA honors and playing in a certain number of games. Plus, […]

James Foglio  •  08 Aug 2024
Pelicans agree to two-year extension with Larry Nance Jr.

Larry Nance Jr. had a roller coaster ride last season. He started the year with the Portland Trail Blazers but then was traded to New Orleans Pelicans in the C.J. McCollum deal. While his numbers were not anything to write home about, Nance Jr. still filled vital roles for both teams. The son of former […]

Mathew Huff  •  09 Aug 2024
Denver Nuggets showing strong team chemistry in training camp

The Denver Nuggets were very busy this off-season. After a less-than-desirable outcome in the playoffs, it was clear the franchise still had some work to do in order to compete with the best in the league. Granted, missing your second and third-best players for an entire season makes things more difficult. However, the Golden State […]

Mathew Huff  •  09 Aug 2024
Shaquille O’Neal interested in joining Jeff Bezos in bid to buy Suns

Since Robert Sarver is selling the Phoenix Suns, Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal is set to join billionaire Jeff Bezos in a bid to purchase the NBA franchise. Per sources, Bob Iger might buy a share as well. Following an investigation into allegations of workplace misconduct involving Sarver, the Suns owner was suspended one year […]

James Foglio  •  08 Aug 2024
Lakers-Warriors is second most expensive NBA regular season game

This month’s Lakers-Warriors season opener on Oct. 18 is the second most expensive NBA regular season game of all time. Per TickPick, the average purchase price is $897 at Chase Center. The Warriors will also unveil their seventh championship banner during the pregame ceremony. They won their fourth title in eight years against the Boston […]

James Foglio  •  08 Aug 2024
Warriors’ Klay Thompson skipping both preseason games in Japan

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson will not play in either of his team’s preseason games in Japan, according to head coach Steve Kerr. Due to previous injuries, this appears to be the best move. “Just feel more comfortable giving him a little more of a ramp up,” Kerr announced following the Warriors’ 96-87 win […]

James Foglio  •  08 Aug 2024