Tari Eason Reportedly Declined Rockets’ $100M+ Contract Offer

Although Tari Eason and the Houston Rockets didn’t agree to a rookie extension before the start of the NBA season, the Rockets reportedly offered their former first-rounder a generous contract proposal. Tari Eason To Become Restricted Free Agent Next Summer ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported on The Hoop Collective podcast that Houston offered Eason a deal […]

James Foglio  •  23 Oct 2025
Hawks’ Kristaps Porzingis was diagnosed with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)

During the 2024-25 season, Kristaps Porzingis was a member of the Celtics. He played and started 42 of the team’s 82 regular-season games. During the playoffs, Porzingis was dealing with an unknown health condition.  This limited his play and the effectiveness he had on the court for Boston. In the 2025 offseaosn, the Celtics traded […]

Zach Wolpin  •  23 Oct 2025
76ers’ VJ Edgecombe Scores 34 Points, Most in NBA Debut Since Wilt Chamberlain

Philadelphia 76ers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe scored 34 points in Wednesday night’s 117-116 season-opener road victory over the Boston Celtics — the most by a player in a debut since Wilt Chamberlain. “I worked every day, and all my life, for moments like this. This is my dream,” Edgecombe said after putting up 34 points […]

James Foglio  •  23 Oct 2025
Warriors Rookie Will Richard Earns Game Ball After Memorable NBA Debut

A Rookie Moment to Remember Golden State Warriors rookie Will Richard didn’t just earn his first NBA points on Tuesday night — he earned the game ball and his team’s full respect. After the Warriors’ 119–109 win over the Los Angeles Lakers, coach Steve Kerr made sure Richard’s debut was one to remember. “We gave […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  22 Oct 2025
Durant Takes Responsibility After Rockets’ Double-OT Loss to Thunder

A Tough Debut for Houston’s New Star Kevin Durant’s Houston Rockets debut ended in heartbreak Tuesday night, as the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder edged out a 125–124 win in double overtime. After the game, Durant was quick to shoulder the blame. “I missed the free throws, and I fouled somebody at the end,” he […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  22 Oct 2025
Jayson Tatum’s Achilles Injury Puts Celtics’ Season in Question

Boston Opens 2025-26 Without Its Star The Boston Celtics begin their 2025-26 campaign on Wednesday against the Philadelphia 76ers — but without their franchise cornerstone, Jayson Tatum. The All-NBA forward tore his Achilles tendon during last year’s playoffs in a matchup against the New York Knicks, a devastating injury that immediately ended his postseason and […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  22 Oct 2025
Knicks’ Karl-Anthony Towns Upgraded To Questionable Against Cavaliers

New York Knicks star big man Karl-Anthony Towns is expected to play in the team’s season opener on Wednesday night despite being downgraded to doubtful earlier today. Karl-Anthony Towns Has Been Dealing With A Right Quad Strain Per the most recent NBA injury report, Towns has been upgraded to questionable with a right quad strain […]

James Foglio  •  22 Oct 2025
NBA Brings Back the Larry O’Brien Trophy Design for 2026 Finals

Fans’ Voices Heard After Backlash After heavy criticism over last season’s plain NBA Finals courts, the league has decided to restore a beloved tradition. The NBA announced Wednesday that the Larry O’Brien Trophy design will return to center court for the 2026 Finals, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The 2025 Finals drew backlash from fans […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  22 Oct 2025
NBA Opening Night 2025: Thunder Survive, Warriors Impress, Lakers Struggle

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Shows MVP Composure The 2025–26 NBA season tipped off with fireworks as the Oklahoma City Thunder edged the Houston Rockets in double overtime on ring night. MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the charge with 35 points, displaying his trademark mix of patience and poise. The night wasn’t easy. Facing one of the league’s tallest […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  22 Oct 2025