Articles by Vivek Jacob (227)
JJ Redick is “hopeful” LeBron James can return from a left groin strain on Saturday, March 22nd against the Chicago Bulls. Freelance NBA reporter Mark Medina was first to report. James completed a pregame workout that included sprints and finishing at the basket. Earlier in the week, Redick said that James should be considered day-to-day. […]
The Phoenix Suns are facing a brutal 10 game stretch at the worst time. Having just moved up to the 10th seed in the Western conference, there is every chance the Suns could tumble down the standings in a hurry. The Portland Trail Blazers — led by Deni Avdija — have been playing some inspired […]
Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III will miss the next four to six weeks after undergoing surgery to address inflammation in his left knee. NBA insider Chris Haynes was first to report. Williams has played in 20 games this season, averaging 5.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks in 18 minutes per game. It […]
It came just before the buzzer, but former president Barack Obama has made his March Madness picks on both the men’s and women’s side. Obama’s Final Four on the men’s side features Auburn, Florida, Duke and Tennessee. That’s three No. 1 seeds, with the Vols in as a two seed. In the final, Obama has […]
Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James has finally spoken out about the media coverage he’s received this season and how unfair it is. Selected 55th overall by the Lakers in last year’s Draft, James has come in for some harsh criticism from several media personalities. Most notably, Stephen A. Smith recently claimed he was only […]
The Boston Celtics have sold for $6.1 billion, the highest amount ever paid for a North American sports team. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported. Bill Chisholm, managing partner at Symphony Technology Group, has agreed to purchase the Celtics from the Grousbeck family. In 2023, the Washington Commanders were bought by an ownership group led by Josh […]
Draymond Green believes he can win Defensive Player of the Year after putting together a defensive clinic while matched up against Giannis Antetokounmpo Tuesday night. The Greek superstar was limited to 5-of-16 shooting as the Golden State Warriors defeated the Milwaukee Bucks, 104-93. Stephen Curry sat out the second night of a back-to-back contest after […]
Is Cooper Flagg playing in March Madness? Top-seeded Duke may not have the number one March Madness NBA Draft prospect available in the opening rounds. Is Cooper Flagg Playing in March Madness? Flagg badly sprained his ankle while landing after a rebound against Georgia Tech in the ACC Tournament quarterfinal. He was helped off the […]
Sacramento Kings star center Domantas Sabonis will miss at least the next 10 days of action with a right ankle sprain. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report. The injury occurred when the Kings hosted the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night. Sabonis was attempting a drive to the basket in the third quarter and was […]
Veteran NBA referee Scott Foster is out indefinitely after sustaining a calf injury during the game between the New York Knicks and Miami Heat Monday night. The Athletic’s Fred Katz was first to report. The fourth quarter was completed with just two referees instead of the regular three. The Knicks won 116-95. It was an […]