Charles Barkley advises Mavs GM Nico Harrison to stop giving press conferences

After a disastrous season in Dallas, Charles Barkley decided to give a public word of advice to GM Nico Harrison, who has confronted the media during recent press conferences, trying to justify his work inside the organization, while deflecting criticism over trading out Luka Doncic.  The ESPN icon is convinced that the executive should stay […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  22 Apr 2025
Magic Johnson calls Lakers Game 1 vs. Wolves one of the ‘worst performances this season’

After the Lakers got dominated at the Crypto.com Arena this past Saturday evening in Game 1 of their first-round playoff clash against the Timberwolves, many have criticized their poor exhibition. One who didn’t keep his mouth shut was none other than Magic Johnson, who called them out on social media.  The Hall of Famer ripped […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  22 Apr 2025
Legend Phil Jackson criticizes NBA for programming games on religious holidays

Phil Jackson, one of the most legendary coaches in the NBA has returned to social media just to rip into the league for scheduling games on important religious holidays, mostly Christmas and Easter. The 13-time champion posted his criticism on Easter Sunday, same day there were four playoff matches. Just as the NBA’s first round […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  22 Apr 2025
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