Articles by Antonio Kozlow (2822)
A Rookie Moment to Remember Golden State Warriors rookie Will Richard didn’t just earn his first NBA points on Tuesday night — he earned the game ball and his team’s full respect. After the Warriors’ 119–109 win over the Los Angeles Lakers, coach Steve Kerr made sure Richard’s debut was one to remember. “We gave […]
A Tough Debut for Houston’s New Star Kevin Durant’s Houston Rockets debut ended in heartbreak Tuesday night, as the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder edged out a 125–124 win in double overtime. After the game, Durant was quick to shoulder the blame. “I missed the free throws, and I fouled somebody at the end,” he […]
Boston Opens 2025-26 Without Its Star The Boston Celtics begin their 2025-26 campaign on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers — but without their franchise cornerstone, Jayson Tatum. The All-NBA forward tore his Achilles tendon during last year’s playoffs in a matchup against the New York Knicks, a devastating injury that immediately ended his postseason and […]
Fans’ Voices Heard After Backlash After heavy criticism over last season’s plain NBA Finals courts, the league has decided to restore a beloved tradition. The NBA announced Wednesday that the Larry O’Brien Trophy design will return to center court for the 2026 Finals, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The 2025 Finals drew backlash from fans […]
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Shows MVP Composure The 2025–26 NBA season tipped off with fireworks as the Oklahoma City Thunder edged the Houston Rockets in double overtime on ring night. MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the charge with 35 points, displaying his trademark mix of patience and poise. The night wasn’t easy. Facing one of the league’s tallest […]
Warriors Prepare for Opening Night Test The Golden State Warriors will open their 2025-26 NBA season on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Lakers, setting up a highly anticipated matchup at Crypto.com Arena. Although LeBron James will miss the game, Los Angeles remains a major threat thanks to Luka Doncic, their new franchise cornerstone acquired at […]
Jordan’s Signed Rookie Card Makes History A 1986 Fleer Michael Jordan rookie card, signed years after its release, has sold privately for $2.7 million through Goldin Auctions. The sale marks a new record for an aftermarket-signed card, a card autographed outside official card production. “Signed rookie cards of greatest-of-all-time athletes, like Michael Jordan, represent the […]
A Night of Celebration in Oklahoma City The Oklahoma City Thunder will celebrate their 2024 NBA championship this Tuesday night when players receive their rings before the season opener against the Houston Rockets. It will mark the franchise’s first title since relocating from Seattle in 2008, a milestone that capped off a dominant 68-14 regular […]
Horford’s Role Adjusted Before Season Tip-Off The Golden State Warriors made one of the most notable veteran signings of the offseason by adding 39-year-old center Al Horford on a two-year, $11.6 million deal. His experience, leadership, and defensive versatility were expected to give the team a frontcourt boost. However, according to NBC Sports Bay Area’s […]
The Houston Rockets enter the new NBA season surrounded by excitement and rising expectations. In The Athletic’s latest power rankings, analyst Law Murray placed Houston at No. 10 overall, confirming that the franchise’s rebuild has evolved into contention. Rebuilding Into Relevance After a busy offseason, the Rockets look ready to compete with the West’s elite. […]