Lakers Center Christian Koloko Medically Cleared to Play

Los Angeles Lakers center Christian Koloko has been medically cleared to play by the NBA’s fitness-to-play panel, sources informed ESPN’s Shams Charania on Tuesday. Koloko, 24, is expected to begin practicing with the Lakers and will ramp up to play for the first time since a blood clot issue threatened his career last year. He […]

James Foglio  •  29 Oct 2024
Stephen A. Smith Says Bucks Coach Doc Rivers Nearing Hot Seat

During Tuesday’s edition of ESPN’s “First Take,” Stephen A. Smith let it be known that Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers could soon be on the hot seat, following a 1-3 start to the 2024-25 season. Milwaukee Bucks dropped to 1-3 to begin 2024-25 season under Doc Rivers, with latest loss against the Boston Celtics […]

James Foglio  •  29 Oct 2024
Nikola Jokic Secures Second-Straight 40-Point Performance

The Denver Nuggets had summon every ounce of their will to secure their first win of the season in Toronto. However, what is somewhat going unnoticed is Nikola Jokic’s monster 40-point performance. The three-time MVP had his second-straight 40-point game in the win over the Raptors and showcased why he is the current best player […]

Mathew Huff  •  28 Oct 2024
Lakers Showing Interest in Walker Kessler

The Los Angeles Lakers are a surprise to start the year as they have started 3-0 under new head coach, J.J. Reddick. However, that is not deterring the team from finding ways to improve the roster. The team reportedly has its sights on Utah Jazz center, Walker Kessler. Kessler would provide some much-needed frontcourt depth […]

Mathew Huff  •  28 Oct 2024
Shaq, JJ Redick Hate LeBron James GOAT Debate

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick sat down with NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille “Shaq” O’Neal on his “The Big Podcast with Shaq” on Sunday to discuss Redick’s coaching style and why both despise the LeBron James GOAT debate. Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick said what makes LeBron James great is his longevity […]

James Foglio  •  28 Oct 2024
Stephen A. Smith Doubts LeBron’s Ability to Win Another Championship with Lakers

Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe of ESPN’s “First Take” got into a heated debate over whether or not LeBron James is capable of leading the Los Angeles Lakers to another NBA championship. ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith doubts LeBron James will win one more championship with the Los Angeles Lakers Saturday’s 131-127 win over the […]

James Foglio  •  28 Oct 2024
Anthony Davis Becomes 3rd Laker with Back-to-Back 35-Point-Plus Games to Open Season

Anthony Davis became just the third Los Angeles Lakers player to record back-to-back games with at least 35 points to open an NBA season, joining Jerry West (1969-70) and Elgin Baylor (1962-63). In the Lakers’ 110-103 season-opener victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night, Davis posted 36 points on 11-of-23 (47.8%) shooting from the […]

James Foglio  •  26 Oct 2024
Hornets’ Brandon Miller Out At Least A Week With Glute Injury

Charlotte Hornets second-year forward Brandon Miller will miss at least a week because of a strained left glute. Miller, who turns 22 on Nov. 22, sat out the second half of the Hornets’ 110-105 victory at Houston to open the season. Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller will be reevaluated in a week after suffering a […]

James Foglio  •  26 Oct 2024
Kevin Durant Responds to Stephen A. Smith’s Leadership Criticism

Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant fired back at sports television personality Stephen A. Smith after the NBA analyst ridiculed the 17-year veteran for his lack of leadership during Thursday’s segment on ESPN’s “First Take.” Kevin Durant was called out by Stephen A. Smith for his inadequate leadership with the Phoenix Suns Smith, 57, doesn’t question […]

James Foglio  •  25 Oct 2024