Austin Reaves goes off for Team USA and LeBron James was absolutely loving it
A number of players performed, but Austin Reaves' impact coming off the bench was perhaps the most impressive for Team USA's FIBA World Cup debut.Team USA blew out Puerto Rico 117-74 in Monday's FIBA World Cup exhibition. During the matchup, coaches, fans, and even former Team USA...
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3 ways the Pistons should have Cade Cunningham mimic Luka Doncic
Cade Cunningham impressed at Team USA scrimmages. Can he use his size, strength, and pace to his advantage similar to Luka Doncic?Team USA prepared for the FIBA World Cup with a scrimmage against the Select Team. Something Team USA coach Steve Kerr called, "a time-honored tradition in USA B...
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NBA Jam creator admits the game was rigged against the Chicago Bulls
In an interview, NBA Jam creator Mark Turmell explained how anytime the Chicago Bulls played the Detroit Pistons, the game was rigged.Turmell, the man behind "He's on fire!" and "Boomshakalaka!, revealed a bias against the Chicago Bulls that was so powerful that it actually m...
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Ringleader of NBA health care fraud gets 10 years prison
By Jonathan Stempel NEW YORK A former National Basketball Association player was sentenced on Thursday to 10 years
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Stephen Curry names the 3 toughest defenders of his career
Stephen Curry, the Golden State Warriors guard, recently revealed his personal power rankings of the NBA's toughest defenders.Usually, it's defenders that are scared of Stephen Curry.His ability to shoot the ball from deep, combined with his ball handling, relentless off-ball movement,...
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College football expansion rumors: Who will join Big 12 next? Another Pac-12 target is clear
It's pretty clear college football expansion in the Big 12 is not finished with Colorado in the fold. One Pac-12 program is next on the list to jump ship.The Big 12 went into July with 12 teams for the first time in over a decade. They're coming out of the month with their name no long...
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3 second-round picks from the 2023 NBA Draft who could play big minutes
Everyone is focused on the top picks from the 2023 NBA Draft but these second-round picks could have a big impact, playing meaningful minutes as rookies.Several of the league's top athletes were selected in the second round of the draft. For example, Nikola Jokic was a second-rounder. He wa...
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NBA rumors: Celtics reveal their Marcus Smart replacement at starting point guard
With the former DPOY gone, Celtics head coach Joe Mazzula confirms who will replace Marcus Smart at the starting point guard position.Boston Globe National NBA writer Gary Washburn recently revealed who the Celtics will start at point guard next season. He made history this season when hebecame ...
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NBA-LeBron James thanks fans for love after son's cardiac arrest
LeBron James thanked fans on Thursday for their love and prayers for his son Bronny, who suffered a
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LeBron James, Giannis, Damian Lillard all want that Mbappé money
A world record bid for Kylian Mbappé has been submitted by Saudi Arabian soccer club Al Hilal. LeBron James and other NBA stars are loving it.The NBA is no stranger to supermax contracts. Not too long ago, in 2011, the NBA dealt with a whole lockout because of them (Thanks KG). In fact, J...
1970-01-01 08:00
NBA-Celtics and Brown agree to richest deal in NBA history, reports
Jaylen Brown has agreed to a five-year $304 million supermax contract extension with the Boston Celtics that will
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NBA rumors: Pistons determined to trade Killian Hayes
Recent talks between Detroit and Dallas reveal that Killian Hayes' days as a Piston may be numbered. Will the Pistons make a move before next season?It appears the Pistons are officially trying to part ways with Killian Hayes.NBA Insider Marc Stein reported, “Recent trade talks betwee...
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