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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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Jerry West cannot believe the Suns and Kings passed on Luka Doncic

In an interview with retired NFL players Terrell Owens and Matthew Hatchette, Jerry West revealed his thoughts on 18-year-old Kobe Bryant’s talent and work ethic. And, the retired 14-time NBA All-Star mentioned Dallas Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic. On “Getcha Popcorn Ready with T.O. and Hatch” show on fubo Sports Network, West believes Luka’s play […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
A total of 18 ex-NBA players are charged with committing fraud

According to court prosecutors in Manhattan federal court, a total of 18 former NBA players have been charged with fraud. Per court documents, 16 of the 19 NBA-player defendants were arrested on Thursday morning. Of the eighteen players charged, Terrence Williams, Glen “Big Baby” Davis, Shannon Brown, Sebastian Telfair and Darius Miller were among the […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
Heat vs. Rockets: Preview, Predictions and Betting Picks

On Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021, the Miami Heat are playing the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center. This is the second game on these teams’ NBA preseason schedules. BetOnline betting odds are featured down below. Game Information Start time: 10 p.m. ET Location: Toyota Center; Houston, Texas TV channels: ESPN2 Radio broadcast: WAXY Miami Heat […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
HBO drama series Showtime Lakers is scheduled to premiere in 2022

An HBO drama series about the Showtime Lakers has a release date set for 2022. Of course, the series was filmed in Los Angeles, California. And, the show is centered on the success of the 1980s Los Angeles Lakers. The 80s were known as the Showtime-era of the Lakers. Los Angeles won five NBA championships […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
Lakers news: Pau Gasol officially retires from the NBA

For the latest Los Angeles Lakers news, 20-year veteran Pau Gasol has officially retired from the NBA. The legend is 41-years-old. On Jun. 27, 2001, Gasol was selected third overall by the Atlanta Hawks in the 2001 NBA Draft. However, he was immediately traded to the Memphis Grizzlies on draft night. Before practicing with the […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Trade Rumors: Pelicans, Hornets pursuing Lauri Markkanen

Lauri Markkanen is a restricted free agent on the Chicago Bulls. The organization is now willing to trade the power forward, however, Bulls general manager Marc Eversley is demanding a first-round pick in return. Two days ago, Markkanen told the media that he has no plans to re-sign with Chicago. According to sources, the New […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
Eugene Bozzi throws shade at Ben Simmons after capturing alligator

Eugene Bozzi is trending on social media because he caught an alligator. Though, he is also getting quite a few laughs over his cheap shot directed at Philadelphia 76ers point guard Ben Simmons. While being interviewed by CBS Philly, Bozzi told media reporters, “I’mma be honest, I didn’t think. My father instincts kicked in.” “I […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
Celtics team news: Ben Sullivan joins Ime Udoka’s coaching staff

Milwaukee Bucks assistant coach Ben Sullivan will join Ime Udoka’s coaching staff with the Boston Celtics. After being hired by the Bucks organization in 2018, Sullivan helped coach the team to their first NBA championship win since the 1970-71 season. The six-foot-ten former international player also helped Milwaukee to finish 46-26 (.639) last season, ranking […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
Raptors team news: Khem Birch re-signs for a three-year, $20 million deal

Toronto Raptors free agent center Khem Birch is re-signing with the team, according to his agent. The contract is a three-year, $20 million deal. The six-foot-nine Montreal native finally has the opportunity to remain on Canada’s lone NBA team for the foreseeable future. In the 2020-21 NBA season, in 67 games played, Birch averaged 7.2 […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
Jaren Jackson Jr. assumed Steven Adams was from United Kingdom

Steven Adams was traded from the New Orleans Pelicans to the Memphis Grizzlies on Aug. 7, 2021. Steven is slowly getting to know his Grizzlies teammates, such as Jaren Jackson Jr. The 22-year-old prepared for Adams and his accent by watching Love Island, the British dating game show on Netflix. However, the 6’11” center was […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021