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SunsRank continues as we look at the Phoenix Suns roster in its entirety and try to determine the team’s hierarchy. It is an exercise I always enjoy because it captures exactly how we feel at a specific point in time. Right now, that point is September. Hope is still alive. Possibility is everywhere. We can […]
Clippers could consider Darius Garland trade to stack future draft picks.
Suns Could Jalen Green eventually find himself back on the trade market? It’s at least a possibility worth watching, with Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report recently listing Green among five “sneaky” trade candidates, as relayed by Donnie Druin of NBA On SI. The question isn’t really Green’s talent. It’s his fit alongside Devin Booker. Phoenix […] The post NBA Notes: Suns, Jalen Green, Warriors, Stephen Curry, Lakers appeared first on Hoops Wire .
While the Lakers have lots of new faces joining the franchise this season, one of the more intriguing players returning is Bronny James. The only real discussion about him this offseason is whether or not he’d be used as a trade pawn before or after his father’s free agency decision. Once it became clear the […]
Here are the greatest NBA players who could truly guard all five positions, led by Draymond Green, LeBron James, and Dennis Rodman.
The Los Angeles Lakers have every reason to feel secure in their future after a Luka Doncic vs. Jayson Tatum debate acted as a mirror for two franchises.
The 1998 NBA All-Star Game at Madison Square Garden remains etched in basketball lore as the iconic, ceremonial passing of the torch from Michael Jordan to Kobe Bryant. On Episode 2 of The Pull Up with Scoop B, former NBA All-Star Antoine Walker joined me to reflect on being courtside for that legendary weekend, offering rare insight into Kobe’s relentless mindset—and […]
High-end custom jewelry and championship rings are defined by a distinct era before and after Jason Arasheben. Known globally as Jason of Beverly Hills, the luxury mastermind joined me on Episode 4 of The Pull Up With Scoop B for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at how he built a bespoke empire, disrupted the sports ring industry across the NBA and NFL, and shared an unforgettable […]
The late 1990s New Jersey Nets were one of the most intriguing, unpredictable, and explosive franchises in professional basketball. On The Pull Up with Scoop B, 15-year NBA veteran Kendall Gill joined me for a raw, unfiltered deep dive into his tenure in New Jersey—taking fans inside the locker room during draft night bluffs, executive tanking orders, and […]
During a recent sit-down on The Pull Up With Scoop B, veteran sports journalist Robert “Scoop” Jackson joined me to discuss Wesley’s legacy, how Jackson accidentally blew his cover to mainstream media and why modern sports culture won’t allow another “shadow broker” to exist. The Architects of Influence: Early Bridges to NBA Royalty Long before formalizing his executive […]
LeBron James appeared to announce a new partnership with Polymarket on Saturday via a social media post, teasing something called “Polymarket HQ” that would be “coming soon.” Polymarket is one of many prediction markets that have elbowed their way into the mainstream alongside Kalshi, PredictIt, and several other less prominent options. These are gambling apps…
Team USA put on a clinic in their opening World Cup win over China. The dominance was driven by the American youth, or the “Young and Turnt” crew, with head coach Kara Lawson using the game as an opportunity to allow the rising generation of American talent to showcase their skills on the international stage. […]
Bruce Brown is one of the top remaining free agents in the NBA, with a championship ring to speak of. He returned to the Denver Nuggets this past season after leaving in free agency, following a crucial role in their 2023 NBA title. But so far, he's still available on the open market. Two teams are now being linked to Brown, one contender in each conference. Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report recently reported that the LA Lakers have turned their attention to Brown after missing out o...
It has been 10 days since the Pelicans agreed to terms with free agent swingman Bennedict Mathurin on a two-year deal worth a reported $16MM, but the signing still isn’t official. In the space below, we’re taking a closer look at exactly why that deal isn’t done yet and what New Orleans might be waiting […]
CelticsBlog SB Nation Reacts: Mazzulla’s seat is, well, lukewarm CLNS Media Is Jayson Tatum Ready to Be a Leader? The 1988 Duel That Nobody Remembers: Larry Bird and Michael Jordan at Chicago Stadium Celtics Wire There is another Celtics story coming out of Los Angeles Former Celtics forward Jared Sullinger announces retirement Why the Boston […]
CelticsBlog SB Nation Reacts: Mazzulla’s seat is, well, lukewarm CLNS Media Is Jayson Tatum Ready to Be a Leader? The 1988 Duel That Nobody Remembers: Larry Bird and Michael Jordan at Chicago Stadium Celtics Wire There is another Celtics story coming out of Los Angeles Former Celtics forward Jared Sullinger announces retirement Why the Boston Celtics are the winners of the Los Angeles Clippers - Kawhi Leonard scandal Jordan Walsh on paying it forward, growing his game with Boston C...
While the Los Angeles Clippers weathered a difficult week following NBA sanctions, Chris Paul made headlines by addressing his abrupt exit from the franchise during his final season in Los Angeles. The NBA world was stunned when the league handed down unprecedented sanctions in the LA Clippers’ salary cap circumvention case involving Kawhi Leonard . In the wake of the news, former Clippers star Chris Paul opened up in an interview about the franchise and his abrupt departure during his final...
It’s been a tough offseason for the Nuggets, and their front office has done little to quiet the criticism.
Draymond Green hopes Jalen Duren and the Pistons agree on a deal.
The Portland Trail Blazers need forward depth, length and shooting. We’ve bleated on ad nauseum about the front office’s overstocking of diminuitive guards, but how do you fix the problem? Trading one or more of said guards to a team with a similar abundance in the frontcourt would theoretically make the most sense. Granted, the […]
Here is how the Kings could land Jalen Duren in a massive four-team sign-and-trade involving several stars and major draft capital.
Samson Folk tries to rank Kawhi Leonard & Scottie Barnes as a duo in the NBA. The post Are Kawhi Leonard & Scottie Barnes one of the NBA’s best duos? first appeared on Raptors Republic .
Jonas Valanciunas is back where his professional career began, and his arrival has dramatically raised expectations surrounding Zalgiris Kaunas ahead of the new EuroLeague season. After spending 14 years in the NBA, the Lithuanian center chose to return home on a two-year contract. His signing, combined with the arrivals of Carsen Edwards and Sterling Brown, […] The post Jonas Valanciunas makes bold Zalgiris championship promise appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Adam Kaufman and Evan Valenti are joined by The Ringer’s Brian Barrett on Celtics Beat to break down the latest storylines surrounding Boston and the NBA. The guys discuss Jayson Tatum’s offseason progress before diving into the fallout from the Kawhi Leonard and Clippers scandal, including what Los Angeles’ punishment could mean for the valuable [...] The post Could the Celtics Extend Paul George? appeared first on CLNS Media .
Kenny Smith believes the NBA was justified in severely punishing the Los Angeles Clippers for circumventing salary-cap rules. “You’re gonna have to suffer consequences for that kind of behavior,” Smith told TMZ Sports. “You’re vehemently cheating. You’re not just toeing the line. You’re actually cheating and you’re cheating at a high level. You’re circumventing the […] The post Kenny Smith defends NBA’s severe Clippers punishment appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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