Lakers’ LeBron James Expected To Opt Into $52.6M Player Option

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is expected to pick up his player option worth $52.6M for the 2025-26 season. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported the news on the Pat McAfee Show. Next season would be James’ 23rd season in the league, which would set a new record. James is currently tied with Vince Carter for […]

Vivek Jacob  •  27 May 2025
Nuggets’ Russell Westbrook Requires Hand Surgery For 2 Fractures

Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook will undergo surgery to repair two fractures to his right hand. He confirmed the news himself using his newsletter Word of Westbrook. It is believed he sustained the injuries during the regular season. “I’m grateful for everyone’s support all year and I can’t wait to be back out there at […]

Vivek Jacob  •  27 May 2025
Projected first-round pick Cedric Coward renounces Duke to remain in NBA draft

Cedric Coward decided to wait until the last minute to decide on his basketball future. After deciding to drop his opportunity to play for the Blue Devils next season, he’s announced that he will keep his name in the 2025 NBA Draft, where he expects to become a first-round pick.  “This is the best opportunity […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  27 May 2025
Charles Barkley hopes Jalen Brunson learns from foul trouble: ‘This is a wake up call’

During Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Sunday, the Knicks finally beat the Pacers and earned their first win of the series by a score of 106-100. However, it wasn’t an easy night for the winners, as Jalen Brunson dealt with foul trouble and a tough shooting night in general.  Nevertheless, the New […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  27 May 2025
Shaquille O’Neal recalls rivalry with ‘beast’ Hakeem Olajuwon: ‘I couldn’t stop him’

Back when Shaquille O’Neal was 22-years of age, he had already become one of the most dominant big men in NBA history, terrorizing rival defenses sine his rookie season. However, there was one specific player that the then-Magic star feared, as he recently shed a light on his rivalry with Hakeem Olajuwon.  This comes as […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  27 May 2025
Gilgeous-Alexander Takes Free Throw Merchant Label As Compliment

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a resounding, well thought out response when asked what he made of being called a “free throw merchant.” Recently crowned the league’s MVP, Gilgeous-Alexander has faced some backlash from fans online for what they consider to be “foul baiting.” They believe that Gilgeous-Alexander tricks referees into calling phantom fouls and that he […]

Vivek Jacob  •  27 May 2025
NBA scout explains why Warriors should ‘sign-and-trade’ off Jonathan Kuminga

Even though the Warriors organization has said time and time again that they expect to resign Jonathan Kuminga and keep him close to the franchise, one NBA scout is convinced that the ideal situation for his own future, is to be handed a new contract but then traded out to another club. Golden State‘s time […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  27 May 2025
Fever’s Caitlin Clark Out At Least 2 Weeks With Quadriceps Strain

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark is expected to miss at least two weeks with a left quadriceps strain. There is no confirmation of when the injury occurred. Clark last played in the Fever’s 90-88 loss to the New York Liberty on Saturday afternoon. She played 38 minutes in that game, finishing with 18 points, 10 […]

Vivek Jacob  •  26 May 2025
Pacers’ Nesmith ‘Questionable’ For Game 4 Due To Ankle Sprain

Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith has been listed as questionable to play Game 4 of the East Finals due to a right ankle sprain. The injury occurred midway through the third quarter with the Pacers up 13 against the New York Knicks. Nesmith drove to the basket but landed awkwardly when kicking the ball out […]

Vivek Jacob  •  26 May 2025