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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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Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins calls scorekeeper allegations ‘foolish’

On Monday, Memphis Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins called the FedExForum scorekeeper allegations “foolish,” in relation to an NBA Reddit post concerning top Defensive Player of the Year candidate Jaren Jackson Jr. According to the Reddit post from last Friday, the scorekeeper was accused of inflating Jackson’s stats during home games. “Foolish. JJ is one of […]

James Foglio  •  30 Jan 2023
Nic Claxton first player since Wilt Chamberlain to average 20 points, 10 rebounds on 80% FG over seven games

Nic Claxton of the Brooklyn Nets is the first NBA player since Wilt Chamberlain in 1967 to average at least 20 points and 10 rebounds on 80% shooting from the field over a seven-game span. Chamberlain logged 20/10 from Feb. 13 to March 1, 1967. Through 46 starts this season, Claxton is averaging career highs […]

James Foglio  •  30 Jan 2023
Stephen Curry has recorded the most 30+ point, 10+ assist games in Warriors history

Stephen Curry has logged the most games with at least 30 points and 10 assists in Warriors franchise history. In Golden State’s 129-117 win over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night, the guard registered 35 points, seven rebounds, 11 assists, and two steals in 39 minutes of action. On Thursday, Curry was named Western Conference […]

James Foglio  •  30 Jan 2023
Jordan Brand unveils 2023 NBA All-Star Game uniforms

Jordan Brand will supply uniforms for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game. For the last six years, Air Jordan has outfitted the league’s star players. Since the Jazz are hosting NBA All-Star Weekend at Vivint Arena in Salt Lake City, the uniforms will feature color grades that reflect Utah’s landscapes. The five stars on the shorts […]

James Foglio  •  30 Jan 2023
Lakers interested in trading for Bulls guard Zach LaVine?

The Los Angeles Lakers are interested in trading for Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine, according to sources. However, it is unknown whether or not Lakers G.M. Rob Pelinka will negotiate a deal for the two-time All-Star prior to the Feb. 9 trade deadline. Of course, LaVine could be one of the team’s offseason targets. “The […]

James Foglio  •  30 Jan 2023
Ja Morant records first 25/10/15 game in Grizzlies franchise history

On Sunday, Ja Morant became the first player in Grizzlies franchise history to record at least 25 points, 10 rebounds, and 15 assists in a single game. In Memphis’ 112-100 win over the Indiana Pacers, the fourth-year guard also finished with two steals and one block while shooting 9-of-21 (42.9%) from the field and 8-of-9 […]

James Foglio  •  30 Jan 2023
Pelicans’ Dyson Daniels (right ankle sprain) remains out against Wizards

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dyson Daniels (right ankle sprain) remains out for Saturday night’s home game versus the Washington Wizards. Zion Williamson (right hamstring strain) and E.J. Liddell (right ACL tear) also remain out indefinitely. Daniels has missed 10 games so far of his rookie season. Through 39 appearances, the 19-year-old is averaging 4.5 points, […]

James Foglio  •  27 Jan 2023
76ers’ Daryl Morey calls out ‘shameless Boston media’ over Joel Embiid’s All-Star starter snub

Philadelphia 76ers president Daryl Morey blamed the “shameless Boston media” for snubbing Joel Embiid from the Eastern Conference starting five for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game and being overrepresented in the All-Star selection process. “Joel Embiid completely hosed once again,” Morey said on 97.5 The Fanatic. “There were six voters from The Ringer and two […]

James Foglio  •  27 Jan 2023
Cavaliers’ Darius Garland expects to receive second All-Star selection

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland expects to receive his second All-Star selection for next month’s 2023 NBA All-Star Game. He hopes to earn a spot as an Eastern Conference reserve. “I should be an All-Star,” Garland told cleveland.com on Thursday. “My numbers are kind of similar to last year. We’re a lot better as a […]

James Foglio  •  27 Jan 2023
LeBron James’ Heat jersey from Game 7 of 2013 NBA Finals sells for $3.7M at auction

On Friday, LeBron James’ Miami Heat jersey from Game 7 of the 2013 NBA Finals sold for $3.68 million at Sotheby’s, a British-founded auction house with headquarters in New York City. This is James’ highest-selling game-worn jersey to date. The 19-time All-Star’s No. 6 Heat jersey is the third-most valuable game-worn jersey ever sold at […]

James Foglio  •  27 Jan 2023