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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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Raptors, Pacers, Timberwolves, Kings, and Cavaliers among teams showing interest in Ben Simmons

According to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, five teams have shown interest in pursuing Ben Simmons from the Philadelphia 76ers. Fischer reported, “Cleveland, Indiana, Minnesota, Sacramento, and Toronto all showed interest in acquiring the runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year.” Furthermore, the teams are wanting Simmons to change position from point guard to forward. […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
Raptors, Magic aim to obtain No. 3 pick from Cavaliers in 2021 NBA Draft

The 2021 NBA Draft is the 75th edition of the draft, and it is scheduled to take place next Thursday, July 29. According to numerous 2021 NBA mock drafts, the Cleveland Cavaliers are projected to draft Evan Mobley, the seven-foot tall forward/center and Pac-12 Player of the Year (2021) for the USC Trojans, with the […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
Injury Update: Hawks’ Onyeka Okongwu out 6 months after shoulder surgery

After Atlanta Hawks‘ Onyeka Okongwu underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder on Wednesday night, the 20-year-old center will take the next six months off. Okongwu is a 6’8″ two-time California Mr. Basketball (2018, 2019), selected sixth overall in the 2020 NBA Draft. After agreeing to a rookie contract, Atlanta signed […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers are negotiating Russell Westbrook Sign-and-Trade deal with Wizards

The 2020-21 Los Angeles Lakers concluded the season with a record of 42-30 (.583), losing in the first round of the playoffs against the Phoenix Suns. Injuries sustained developed quite a toll on the roster and morale, such as Anthony Davis’ strained calf and groin. This was a more disappointing, forgettable season for Lakers fans. […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
Chris Paul Retirement News: Phoenix Suns guard WILL return for the 2021-22 NBA Season

After the Phoenix Suns lost Game 6 of the 2021 NBA Finals against the five-point favorites Milwaukee Bucks, some folks in the basketball world wondered if Chris Paul would call it quits on his 16-year NBA career. Paul ended his Game 6 performance with 26 points, 2 rebounds, 5 assists, and shooting 11-for-19 from the […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
Tristan Thompson gushes over Khloe Kardashian’s abs of steel

Sacramento Kings forward Tristan Thompson and Khloé Kardashian began dating in August 2016. Brandon Jennings, a friend of the model, set them up on a blind date in Mexico. However, the couple separated again two months ago back in August. The breakup has not stopped the 10-year NBA veteran from checking out his ex-girlfriend’s social […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
Derrick Rose proposes to Alaina Anderson with ginormous diamond ring

New York Knicks point guard Derrick Rose proposed to Alaina Anderson, his 26-year-old girlfriend, inside Madison Square Garden. Of course, Alaina agreed to marry the three-time All-Star. On Tuesday night, Rose posted a photo of him dining with his girlfriend at center court. Naturally, Alaina was not expecting the proposal. However, she informed reporters that […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
Phoenix Suns assistant Willie Green nearing deal with New Orleans Pelicans

Image retrieved from USAT SI – CBS Sports.com First reported by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski and Andrew Lopez, the New Orleans Pelicans are close to reaching a deal with Phoenix Suns’ assistant coach Willie Green. The terms in the deal are still unknown to the general public. Green played for twelve seasons in the NBA. The […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
76ers rumors: Ben Simmons reports to Sixers at Wells Fargo Center

On Monday, three-time All-Star point guard Ben Simmons reported to the Philadelphia 76ers’ Wells Fargo Center stadium; this news is the latest of 76ers rumors. This was an awkward moment for the team’s coaching staff, considering they had no idea when or if he was even going to show up. Everyone was stunned. A couple […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021
Michael Jordan’s signed patch card sells for $2.7 million at Goldin Auctions

Fourteen-time NBA All-Star and six-time Chicago Bulls champion Michael Jordan signed a patch card that sold for a record-breaking $2.7 million at an auction. Air Jordan memorabilia is never cheap, but this steep price could potentially hurt the pockets of even the rich folks. Furthermore, the 1997-98 Upper Deck cards are uncommon, especially ones signed […]

James Foglio  •  15 Oct 2021