Cavs’ Sam Merrill (hip) exited the team’s 116-95 win early due to injury

Donovan Mitchell and the Cavs were on the road Monday evening to face the Detroit Pistons. In that matchup, Cleveland was thin at depth in their backcourt.  Darius Garland, Max Strus, and Lonzo Ball were all unavailable due to injury. Cleveland’s Sam Merrill was off to another strong start on Monday with 11 points in […]

Zach Wolpin  •  28 Oct 2025
Memphis’ Ja Morant claims he never wanted to be the ‘Face of the NBA’

In a few seasons, the NBA will be at a transitional point in terms of star talent. Players like LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Steph Curry have been generational superstars.  When they all decide to retire, who will be the next generation to take over and be the “Face of the NBA?” That’s a question […]

Zach Wolpin  •  28 Oct 2025
Chet Holmgren winning a ring has reportedly motivated Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama

During his second professional season in 2024-25, Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama played in 46 games. In February 2025, Wembanyama was diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis. He had a blood clot in his shoulder and was forced to miss the remainder of the year.  This offseason, Victor Wembanyama went to new heights to prepare for the 2025-26 […]

Zach Wolpin  •  28 Oct 2025
Blazers’ fans want rookie Yang Hansen to have a larger role with Portland

In the 2025 NBA draft, most scouts had a second-round grade on big man Yang Hansen. However, the Trail Blazers saw something in the 20-year-old and took a chance.  With the 16th pick in the 2025 NBA draft, the Trail Blazers selected Yang Hansen out of China. He made his professional debut in 2023 for […]

Zach Wolpin  •  28 Oct 2025
NBA’s Heave Rule Sparks End-of-Quarter Creativity

What the Heave Rule Is The NBA introduced the “heave rule” this season, giving players a new way to take end-of-quarter shots. It allows attempts from deep without affecting individual field goal percentages. Previously, players often avoided buzzer-beaters from beyond half court because a miss would hurt their stats. With the heave rule, that concern […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  27 Oct 2025
Celebrity Painter ‘Pookie’ Wei Accused in Mafia-Linked NBA Poker Scam

A Painter in the Spotlight Sophia “Pookie” Wei, a 40-year-old artist from New York, lived a life filled with fame and luxury before her arrest. Known for her colorful portraits and connections to celebrities, she gained attention in the entertainment world during the pandemic. Wei painted a large portrait for comedian Kevin Hart in 2020 […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  27 Oct 2025
Key Utah Jazz Storylines to Follow in Week Two of the NBA Season

Bailey’s Health and Potential Breakout After an impressive preseason, Utah Jazz rookie forward Ace Bailey entered the regular season with big expectations. Unfortunately, an untimely illness slowed him down right out of the gate. The 19-year-old has averaged only 17 minutes per game, far below the 35 minutes he logged in preseason action when healthy. […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  27 Oct 2025
Dunk Contest Winner Mac McClung Signs First Standard NBA Deal With Indiana Pacers

Three-Time Dunk Contest Champion Earns Multi-Year Contract Mac McClung, a three-time NBA Slam Dunk Contest winner, has finally secured his first standard NBA contract. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Indiana Pacers signed McClung on Monday to a multi-year deal. The move comes as Indiana faces multiple injuries early in the 2025–26 season, creating an […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  27 Oct 2025
Senate Demands Transparency from NBA and Adam Silver on Gambling Scandal

Congress Seeks Details After Indictments The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation has requested full transparency from NBA Commissioner Adam Silver regarding the league’s gambling investigations. The move follows last week’s federal indictments of Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups, and former player and coach Damon Jones. The […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  27 Oct 2025