Hawks New GM Hired Ex-76ers, Pelicans Executives As His Senior VPs

Onsi Saleh hasn’t been too long on the job as the Hawk’s general manager, but he certainly hasn’t wasted any time. The executive just made the bold move of bolstering his front office staff with two new hirings who bring a lot of experience to the organization. The newest leader in Atlanta named former 76ers […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  19 Jun 2025
Who Is New Owner Mark Walter? Buss Family To Sell Lakers For $10B Valuation

Social media is flooded with news about the Buss family entering an agreement to sell the Lakers‘ majority ownership to Mark Walter for an approximate $10 billion, which is a franchise evaluation considered the highest ever for a U.S. professional sports organization.  Sources guarantee that for a period of time, the Buss family will continue […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  19 Jun 2025
Does LaMelo Ball have a detrimental impact on the roster building in Charlotte?

In 2024-25, the Hornets finished 19-63, the second-worst record in the Eastern Conference. Additionally, it was the franchise’s worst finish since the 2011-12 season.  The Hornets’ top player is former third overall pick in the 2020 NBA draft, LaMelo Ball. While the young PG impacts winning on the court, there are plenty of downsides. Mike […]

Zach Wolpin  •  19 Jun 2025
OKC’s Jalen Williams is drawing comparisons to Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen

Thursday evening is Game 6 of the 2025 NBA Finals. Oklahoma City is on the road to face the Indiana Pacers. The Thunder have a 3-2 series lead.  This postseason, OKC has silenced its doubters who said it could not reach this point. They’re on the verge of hoisting the Larry O’Brien Trophy. Recently, ESPN’s […]

Zach Wolpin  •  19 Jun 2025
Brian Windhorst expects a ‘modernization’ of the Lakers with sale of Buss family’s majority ownership

On Wednesday afternoon, the NBA landscape was hit with shocking news. After 46 years, the Buss Family has decided to sell the majority ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers.  TWG Global CEO Mark Walter is expected to pay approximately $10 billion, the highest sale ever for a US sports franchise. With this sale, NBA insiders […]

Zach Wolpin  •  19 Jun 2025
Buss Family Set To End Iconic Ownership Run With Lakers

The Buss family’s iconic run as owners of the Los Angeles Lakers is set to come to an end after 46 years. Mark Walter, CEO of holding company TWG Global, will acquire majority ownership after a sale was agreed for approximately $10 billion. That makes this transaction the highest valuation paid for a sports franchise […]

Vivek Jacob  •  18 Jun 2025
Pacers’ Haliburton Wants To Play Game 6 But Weighing Risks

Indiana Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton is weighing his desire to play Game 6 of the NBA Finals against the risk of worsening a strained right calf. Haliburton suffered the injury in Game 5 and was a shell of himself, failing to make a single field goal. Indiana is in a precarious position, knowing it […]

Vivek Jacob  •  18 Jun 2025
Former league MVP Derrick Rose has partnered with Freestyle Chess to create Chesstival

The 2023-24 season was Derrick Rose’s final year in the NBA. He played 15 seasons for six franchises. In retirement, the former league MVP has kept quiet.  It’s well known that Rose loves to play chess, and he’s created a full-blown event to try and expand the game. Recently, Derrick Rose announced Chesstival, a knockout-style […]

Zach Wolpin  •  18 Jun 2025
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Credits Thunder Teammate For Playoff Success

The Thunder are only one game away from consolidating their best season in the franchise’s history, as they take on the Pacers in Game 6 in Indianapolis on Thursday evening. Not only did they record their best mark during the regular season, if they win one more game they will clinch their first-ever title.  Even […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  18 Jun 2025