Lakers’ LeBron James Expected To Opt Into $52.6M Player Option

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is expected to pick up his player option worth $52.6M for the 2025-26 season. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported the news on the Pat McAfee Show. Next season would be James’ 23rd season in the league, which would set a new record. James is currently tied with Vince Carter for […]

Vivek Jacob  •  27 May 2025
Nuggets’ Russell Westbrook Requires Hand Surgery For 2 Fractures

Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook will undergo surgery to repair two fractures to his right hand. He confirmed the news himself using his newsletter Word of Westbrook. It is believed he sustained the injuries during the regular season. “I’m grateful for everyone’s support all year and I can’t wait to be back out there at […]

Vivek Jacob  •  27 May 2025
Gilgeous-Alexander Takes Free Throw Merchant Label As Compliment

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a resounding, well thought out response when asked what he made of being called a “free throw merchant.” Recently crowned the league’s MVP, Gilgeous-Alexander has faced some backlash from fans online for what they consider to be “foul baiting.” They believe that Gilgeous-Alexander tricks referees into calling phantom fouls and that he […]

Vivek Jacob  •  27 May 2025
NBA Teams Were 0-190 In Playoffs When Losing Stat Battle Until Game 4

NBA teams entered Monday 0-190 in the playoffs when having fewer rebounds, fewer assists, fewer free throw attempts, a lower field goal percentage, a lower 3-point percentage, and a lower free throw percentage in a game than their opponent. Thunder Made NBA History With Game 4 Victory The Oklahoma City Thunder just improved that W-L […]

James Foglio  •  27 May 2025
Anthony Edwards Held to Second-Lowest Scoring Total of Postseason

Three-time All-Star guard Anthony Edwards has oftentimes been compared to Michael Jordan, but some fans may now put that discussion to rest after a disappointing performance in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 128-126 home loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 4 of the Western Conference finals. Anthony Edwards Finished With 16 Points In Game 4 […]

James Foglio  •  27 May 2025
Thunder’s Jalen Williams, SGA Combine For 74 Points Against Timberwolves In Game 4

Oklahoma City Thunder star guards Jalen Williams and newly-crowned MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander combined for 74 points in Monday night’s 128-126 road win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 4 of the Western Conference finals. Jalen Wiliams, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Scored Playoff Career Highs Williams, a first-time All-Star and a third-team All-NBA selection in his third season, […]

James Foglio  •  27 May 2025
Pacers’ Nesmith ‘Questionable’ For Game 4 Due To Ankle Sprain

Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith has been listed as questionable to play Game 4 of the East Finals due to a right ankle sprain. The injury occurred midway through the third quarter with the Pacers up 13 against the New York Knicks. Nesmith drove to the basket but landed awkwardly when kicking the ball out […]

Vivek Jacob  •  26 May 2025
Bucks Hoping To Sell Giannis Antetokounmpo On ‘Gap Year’

The Milwaukee Bucks are hoping to sell superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo on the idea of a “gap year.” This is according to the latest from NBA Insider Marc Stein in his Substack The Stein Line. The theory of a gap year for the Bucks revolves around having a down year in 2025-26. With Damian Lillard expected […]

Vivek Jacob  •  26 May 2025
Pacers Allow Haliburton’s Father To Attend Home Games Again

The Indiana Pacers have decided to lift the indefinite suspension that Tyrese Haliburton’s father, John, was observing since Game 5 against the Milwaukee Bucks. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report. After the Pacers clinched that series, John entered the court and was seen taunting Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo. With the clip going viral instantly, […]

Vivek Jacob  •  26 May 2025