Celtics’ Jrue Holiday insists ‘nobody’s worried’ about Jaylen Brown’s knee injury ahead of playoff run

Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday insisted ‘nobody’s worried’ about Jaylen Brown as last year’s Finals MVP battles a knee injury heading into the postseason. Head coach Joe Mazzulla confirmed Brown received pain management injections in his right knee as ‘part of the rehab process,’ while reassuring the All-Star guard will be ready for Sunday’s Game […]

Joe Lyons  •  16 Apr 2025
Jimmy Butler and Steph Curry combined for 75 points on Tuesday to beat the Grizzlies in OT

The Warriors were home Tuesday night to host the Grizzlies in the play-in tournament. A win for Golden State would give them the #7 seed in the Western Conference playoffs.  It was a back-and-forth game on Tuesday at the Chase Center. Golden State needed OT to walk away with a 121-116 win. Jimmy Butler had […]

Zach Wolpin  •  16 Apr 2025
WATCH: Patrick Beverley challenged Brandon Jennings to a game of 1v1 for $100,000

Former NBA player Patrick Beverley has a podcast with Barstool Sports. Recently, the 36-year-old called out four former pros, including Lou Williams, Jeff Teague, Brandon Jennings, and Ty Lawson. Beverley used explicit language but essentially said he could take any of them on the court. During the Grizzlies vs. Warriors play-in game on Tuesday, Beverley […]

Zach Wolpin  •  16 Apr 2025
Paolo Banchero on facing Jayson Tatum: “The best way for me to show my respect is to give him my best effort”

Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero spoke on the upcoming challenge of facing ‘big brother’ Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics in the playoffs. The Magic booked their ticket to the first round after beating the Atlanta Hawks in the play-in tournament to secure the seven seed, setting up a mouthwatering series with the defending champions. […]

Joe Lyons  •  16 Apr 2025
Mavs’ Nico Harrison cowardly did not allow cameras or recording devices when speaking to the media Tuesday

In 2023-24, the Dallas Mavericks made several moves at the deadline to upgrade the team. They acquired players like P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford.  Dallas made a run to the NBA Finals last season with Luka Doncic leading the team. At the 2024-25 deadline, GM Nico Harrison made a baffling move and traded Luka Doncic […]

Zach Wolpin  •  15 Apr 2025
Warriors’ Steve Kerr admits that Kuminga, Draymond, and Butler don’t fit together

Ever since Jonathan Kuminga returned from injury last month, he’s had trouble finding his place in the Warriors’ lineup. With the trade-deadline acquisition of Jimmy Butler III, it seems as if the young forwards minutes have been limited while he continues to figure out his role in the rotations. Before his recovery from a sprained […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  15 Apr 2025
Rockets viewed as favorites to trade for disgruntled Suns star Kevin Durant

The Houston Rockets are the favorites to trade for disgruntled Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant as part of a massive overhaul in Arizona this offseason. Who are the favorites to trade for Kevin Durant? That would be the Houston Rockets, priced at +120 with the best online sportsbooks. Durant looks to be on the way […]

Joe Lyons  •  15 Apr 2025
76ers confirm Nick Nurse for next season despite poor year: ‘We expect more’

The Bulls delivered the Sixers their final blow of the season on Sunday, when they beat them 122-102 and put on the final nail on their coffin. The 76ers campaign was nothing short of disastrous, as most of their stars suffered recurrent injuries throughout the competition.  This is why president of basketball operations Daryl Morey […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  15 Apr 2025
Hornets coach Charles Lee says LaMelo Ball must ‘get stronger’

LaMelo Ball was fundamental this season for the Hornets, but his head coach Charles Lee still expects more from his young star. The tactician was clear on his expectations for the summer, when he wants to see the cornerstone point guard hit the gym more often and grow some muscle.  “He’s got to get stronger,” […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  15 Apr 2025