Chicago Bulls Take Patient Approach With Rookie Noa Essengue

Rookie Status: Promising, But Not Yet Ready Noa Essengue entered the NBA with high expectations after being selected 12th overall in the 2025 draft. The 18-year-old French forward possesses exceptional physical tools—standing 6-foot-10 with a long wingspan. He impressed overseas with his athleticism and potential. Yet the Bulls coaching staff insists he still has significant […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  41Mutes
NBA Referees to Begin Wearing Headsets During Games

New communication system launches in two phases starting Saturday For the first time in league history, NBA referees will wear headsets during regular-season games. The change begins Saturday as part of a two-phase rollout aimed at improving communication and efficiency during officiating. Phase One: Limited Use During Reviews The NBA announced Friday that referees will […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  2H
Mavs’ Anthony Davis (Achilles) is out Saturday in Mexico City vs. the Detroit Pistons

On Wednesday evening, the Dallas Mavericks pulled off a narrow 107-105 win vs. the Indiana Pacers. The team is 3-2 through their first five games in 2025-26.  During the third quarter of that game, Mavs’ Anthony Davis exited early with a lower leg injury. After being evaluated, it was determined that Davis is dealing with […]

Zach Wolpin  •  5H
One NBA analyst believes it is time for the Sacramento Kings to ‘blow it up’ and start over

Five games into the 2025-26 season, the Kings are 1-4. Sacramento has lost three consecutive games after starting 1-1. Fans are growing tired of this iteration of the Kings roster.  Additionally, NBA insiders believe it is time for the Sacramento Kings to make some serious changes. Jake Weinbach said on X that the Kings need […]

Zach Wolpin  •  9H
Brooklyn’s rookie Egor Demin has subtly made NBA history through his first four games

In the 2025 NBA draft, the Brooklyn Nets had five first-round selections. Media members thought the team might trade one of those picks for more draft capital or a player.  Brooklyn made NBA history as the first team to use all five of their first-round picks in a single draft. Their highest selection was Egor […]

Zach Wolpin  •  9H
New Orleans is having ‘serious’ discussions about parting ways with head coach Willie Green

After a 122-88 loss to the Nuggets on Wedneday, the Pelicans are 0-4 to begin the 2025-26 season. The team is currently without all-star guard Dejounte Murray until at least after the New Year.  According to NBA insider Brett Siegel, the New Orleans Pelicans are having “serious” discussions about parting ways with head coach Willie […]

Zach Wolpin  •  10H
Paul Pierce Hires Chauffeur After DUI Arrest, Aims to Move Forward Responsibly

Former Celtics star focuses on responsibility after incident Paul Pierce has hired a personal driver following his recent arrest for driving under the influence, showing a clear effort to prioritize safety and accountability. The NBA Hall of Famer’s decision comes just weeks after his DUI charge in Los Angeles. A Change in Approach Pierce was […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  30 Oct 2025
OKC’s Nikola Topic is being treated for testicular cancer and has no timetable to return

To begin the 2025-26 season, the Oklahoma City Thunder are a perfect 5-0. The team is coming off a 107-101 win on Tuesday evening vs. the Sacramento Kings.  In the 2025-26 preseason, Nikola Topic appeared in just one game for the Thunder. He underwent a testicular procedure and was out for four to six weeks. […]

Zach Wolpin  •  30 Oct 2025
LaMelo Ball Fined $35,000 for Obscene Gesture During Hornets’ Loss to Miami

NBA Announces Disciplinary Action The NBA has fined Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball $35,000 for making an obscene gesture during the team’s 144-117 loss to the Miami Heat on Tuesday night. The league announced the fine on Thursday, noting that the gesture occurred with 4:02 remaining in the fourth quarter of the game. Officials immediately […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  30 Oct 2025