Tyrese Haliburton Deemed Most Overrated NBA Player in The Athletic’s Poll

The Athletic writers spoke with 158 active NBA players — roughly one third of the league — to determine the league’s best and worst organizations, the most overrated and underrated players, the impact of the league’s gambling partnerships, the 3-point controversy, and much more. Players were interviewed from early March through mid-April, and participants were […]

James Foglio  •  22 Apr 2025
Bucks Upgrade Damian Lillard to Questionable for Game 2

The Milwaukee Bucks have upgraded All-Star guard Damian Lillard to questionable ahead of Tuesday’s Game 2 against the Indiana Pacers in the first round of the NBA playoffs, the team announced on Monday. Damian Lillard Has Been Sidelined Since March 18 Lillard has been out since March 18 with a blood clot in his right […]

James Foglio  •  22 Apr 2025
Celtics’ Jayson Tatum should be ready for Game 2 as X-rays on wrist are ‘clean’

After Jayson Tatum had a hard fall during Boston’s 103-86 playoff-opening win against Orlando on Sunday, he made sure everyone knew that he was “all right” and that the X-ray on his right wrist came “clean.” This means, the player should be set to play in Game 2 of these Eastern Conference series on Wednesday.  […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  21 Apr 2025
Ja Morant promises Grizzlies ‘will never play that bad again’ after Game 1 loss

The Grizzlies have just made history for all the wrong reasons, as they just suffered the most lopsided NBA playoff defeat in over a decade. After their 131-80 loss in the opening of their Western Conference postseason series, Ja Morant gave a strong message to both fans and teammates.  “We will never play that bad […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  21 Apr 2025
Jimmy Butler becomes first with 25 points and 5 steals in playoff debut with new team

Just as Game 1 of their first-round Western Conference playoff series was coming to an end, Jimmy Butler produced a clutch shot that sealed the Warriors win this past Sunday night. As the ball went through the net, the player made a gesture to his teammates, signalling that there is another star in Golden State.  […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  21 Apr 2025
JJ Redick admits Lakers were surprised by Wolves ‘physicality’ in Game 1 loss

After two consecutive years of entering playoff action through the play-in tournament, the Lakers finally entered the postseason directly and earned a week off leading into Game 1. However, it seems they weren’t prepared enough to confront the Timberwolves this weekend, who conquered the first match of the series. Even though this break might have […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  21 Apr 2025
VIDEO: Russell Westbrook comes in clutch to power Nuggets’ OT win vs. Clippers

Russell Westbrook seemed to be back in his prime this weekend, as he powered through against the Clippers to deliver the Nuggets their first win of their playoff series. Late in the game, the former league MVP produced crucial steals and shots that ended with a 112-110 overtime victory at Ball Arena.  We all know […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  21 Apr 2025
Heat Become First No. 10 Seed to Make NBA Playoffs After Defeating Hawks in OT

The Miami Heat made NBA play-in tournament history Friday night when they defeated the Atlanta Hawks 123-114 in overtime. The Heat became the first No. 10 seed in either conference to make the playoffs since the current play-in format began in the 2020-21 season. Miami Heat Became The First Play-In Team To Win Two Road […]

James Foglio  •  19 Apr 2025
Spurs’ Gregg Popovich Home From Hospital After Suffering Medical Scare At Restaurant

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich was taken to a hospital after a medical incident at a restaurant on Tuesday night but is now home and doing well, a source told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Friday. Gregg Popovich Suffered A Mild Stroke In November The Spurs moved 38-year-old assistant Mitch Johnson into the head […]

James Foglio  •  19 Apr 2025