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James Foglio

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James is a Basketball Insiders contributor. He earned his bachelor's degree in English and Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University. James enjoys watching sports and helping gamblers win money.

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Jazz guard Collin Sexton on next season: ‘I want to show that I’m back and healthy’

Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton hopes to stay healthy next season. Sexton, 24, made 15 starts in only 48 games played in the 2022-23 season. In December 2022, an MRI revealed a mild hamstring strain in his right leg, resulting in the 6-foot-1 guard missing seven straight games. “I want to show that I’m back […]

James Foglio  •  29 Aug 2023
Thunder rookie Keyontae Johnson launches ‘The Key to My Heart’ to save lives through critical cardiac initiatives

Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Keyontae Johnson has launched a new nonprofit organization, “The Key to My Heart,” in collaboration with Heartfelt Cardiac Connections dedicated to saving lives through critical cardiac initiatives. Likewise, the organization aims to improve cardiac health and emergency preparedness by providing communities with access to life-saving Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and cardiac screenings to […]

James Foglio  •  29 Aug 2023
Derrick Jones Jr. considered Heat return before signing with Mavericks

Earlier this month, former Chicago Bulls forward Derrick Jones Jr. considered returning to the Miami Heat before signing a one-year contract with the Dallas Mavericks. “Derrick Jones Jr., league sources say, gave consideration to signing with Miami before opting to ink a one-year veteran minimum deal with Dallas on Aug. 18,” NBA insider Marc Stein […]

James Foglio  •  28 Aug 2023
Lakers, Knicks possible destinations for Giannis Antetokounmpo if he leaves Bucks

The Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks are potential destinations for Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo if he decides to ask for a trade or declines his 2025-26 player option worth $51.93 million. In December 2020, the two-time MVP signed a five-year, $228.2 million contract extension with Milwaukee. His multi-year deal includes a 15% […]

James Foglio  •  28 Aug 2023
Bucks’ Thanasis Antetokounmpo almost signed with the Knicks

In July, the Milwaukee Bucks re-signed forward Thanasis Antetokounmpo, the older brother of two-time MVP teammate Giannis Antetokounmpo, and the 6-foot-6 wing revealed in a recent interview with BasketNews that he nearly signed with the New York Knicks last month. BasketNews: “Just how close were you to leaving Milwaukee for New York?” Thanasis Antetokounmpo: “Close. […]

James Foglio  •  28 Aug 2023
Brandon Ingram Signs Sneaker Deal With Jordan Brand

New Orleans Pelicans forward and Team USA star Brandon Ingram signed a sneaker deal with Jordan Brand Saturday morning. “Signing with Jordan Brand is a game-changer. A life-changer, and now that it is a reality, I can’t wait to do special things together on and off the court,” the seven-year veteran said in a statement.  […]

James Foglio  •  26 Aug 2023
Wilt Chamberlain’s Leather Disco Suit to be Sold at Auction, Bids Start at $20,000

Wilt Chamberlain’s two-piece leather disco suit is on the block at SCP Auctions, and bids start at $20,000. “This lot offers one of the most unique items in the sports memorabilia realm in this Wilt Chamberlain personally owned and heavily worn two-piece disco suit from the 1970s,” the description reads. “The full leather suit is […]

James Foglio  •  26 Aug 2023
Ja Morant unfollowed Jimmy Butler on X, formerly known as Twitter

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant unfollowed Miami Heat standout Jimmy Butler on X, formerly known as Twitter. The reason for this decision is unclear. The two-time All-Star has 2.7 million followers, and he’s currently following just 116 users on the social media site. NBA Alerts, an account that reportedly uses bots to track activities from […]

James Foglio  •  25 Aug 2023
76ers’ Tyrese Maxey on James Harden trade demand: ‘I’m preparing right now to play with him or without him’

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey is preparing for the 2023-24 NBA season with or without 10-time All-Star guard James Harden. On his “Maxey on the Mic” podcast, the 6-foot-2 guard discussed Harden’s trade request and latest offseason drama. “I will say this about the situation: to each his own. James, he’s a professional, and he’s […]

James Foglio  •  25 Aug 2023
3 Streaming Services Are Still Required To Watch All NBA Games

If die-hard NBA fans in the U.S. are interested in watching all the games, most will have to continue paying for three streaming services: YouTube TV for covering primetime games, NBA League Pass for out-of-market games, and Bally Sports+ to watch local games. In 2023, NBA fans are still complaining that games are difficult to […]

James Foglio  •  25 Aug 2023