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Blake Griffin Opens Up About Steve Ballmer Handshake Incident After Clippers Trade Backlash
Blake Griffin revealed what really happened when he ran past Steve Ballmer during his return to Los Angeles.
10 NBA Players Who Could Continue Their Careers In Europe After Being Waived
Here are 10 recently waived NBA players who could continue their careers in Europe, including Kevin Porter Jr. and several forgotten vets.
Angel Reese Makes WNBA Finals History As Paris Lawson Reveals What Stood Out In Game 2
Angel Reese silences her Game 1 struggles with a historic Game 2 performance, posting 30 points and 15 rebounds to even the WNBA Finals 1‑1 against the Golden State Valkyries. The 22‑year‑old becomes the youngest player ever to hit those numbers in a postseason game, joining only three others to do so in Finals history. Dream teammate Paris Lawson credits Reese’s renewed determination and confidence, noting her aggressive shot selection and dominance on the offensive glass against the league’s top defense. Lawson warns Golden State faces a tough task containing Reese’s scoring and rebounding in Game 3.
Paige Bueckers’ WNBA Mount Rushmore Snubs One Superstar Peer
Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers reveals her personal WNBA Mount Rushmore on Sports on Prime, naming Maya Moore, Sue Bird, Diana Taurasi and Candace Parker as the legends who shaped her basketball upbringing. While she praises each icon’s championship pedigree, rising star Caitlin Clark—her fellow guard and a current league standout—doesn’t make the list, prompting debate. Bueckers explains the omission reflects a focus on childhood idols, not a dismissal of Clark’s impact, and she later defends Clark against criticism. The piece contrasts Bueckers’ picks with Clark’s own 2024 Mount Rushmore choices, highlighting generational influences in the women’s game.
Riley Gaines Calls Out WNBA Over Enes Kanter Freedom: ‘Is It Because They’re Transphobic?’
Former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines challenges the WNBA after Commissioner Cathy Engelbert labeled Enes Kanter Freedom and former NBA player Royce White as ineligible men in a letter to Republican lawmakers. Gaines argues the league can identify “men” but refuses to define “woman,” questioning whether the decision is transphobic. The league’s collective bargaining agreement limits eligibility to women without specifying gender identity criteria, prompting Freedom and White to use the draft bid as a test case. Gaines' criticism reignites the debate over the WNBA’s gender policies, drawing polarized online reactions.
“We Feed Off Of Her Energy” – Jordin Canada Drops Powerful Truth About Angel Reese
Angel Reese powers the Atlanta Dream to a 79-65 victory over the Golden State Valkyries in Game 2 of the 2026 WNBA Finals, tying the series 1-1 and delivering the franchise’s first Finals win. The Defensive Player of the Year scores 30 points, grabs 16 rebounds and adds three assists, while guard Jordin Canada (13 points, 7 rebounds, 10 assists) praises Reese’s generational talent and contagious energy that lifted the whole team. Alisha Gray also contributes 18 points. With the series level, the Dream aim to ride Reese’s intensity toward a championship.
Stephen A. Smith Calls Out Jayson Tatum For Not Stopping Celtics From Trading Jaylen Brown
Stephen A. Smith believes Jayson Tatum could have prevented the Celtics from trading Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia.
Caitlin Clark’s Nike Caitlin 1 ‘Halloween’ Meets Its Match In Angel Reese’s Special Reebok Drop
Caitlin Clark’s Nike Caitlin 1 gets a Halloween makeover dubbed the “Witch” edition, featuring glow‑in‑the‑dark green accents on a black base and set to drop on Oct. 31. Angel Reese teams up with Reebok and Reese’s candy for the Reese’s x Angel Reese 1, a $160 sneaker that flaunts the brand’s brown, orange and yellow colorway and co‑branding on the tongue and sockliner. Both releases extend the WNBA rivalry that began in college into sneaker culture, giving fans a fresh way to pick sides as Halloween approaches.
What Would Paul George Need To Average To Earn Another NBA All-Star Selection?
Here is what Paul George would need to average to earn a 10th NBA All-Star selection after his stunning Celtics debut with 38 points.
Angel Reese Dethrones Caitlin Clark? Emmanuel Acho Reveals What Could Change The WNBA’s Biggest Debate
Emmanuel Acho says Angel Reese’s surge – 30 points and 16 rebounds in the Dream’s 79-65 win over the Golden State Valkyries on Oct. 19 – shifts the WNBA’s biggest debate with Caitlin Clark. While Reese’s improved post moves, shooting and defensive stats earn him praise, Acho warns a championship alone won’t crown her league’s face. The real breakthrough, he argues, would be beating Clark in a title game, adding a Finals MVP to her résumé alongside her 2023 NCAA title. The discussion underscores how performance, marketability and head‑to‑head victories shape star power in women’s basketball.
Savannah James Roasts LeBron James For Eating Chocolate Cake And Ice Cream Every Day
Savannah James hilariously called out LeBron James for eating chocolate chip cookies, chocolate cake, and ice cream daily.
Rockets vs. Mavericks Prediction: Preview, Injury Report, Team Advantages, And X-Factors
Kyrie Irving returns to regular-season action alongside Cooper Flagg as Dallas faces Kevin Durant's Houston Rockets.
Phoenix Suns Face A Major Decision On Jalen Green’s Future As Trade Possibility Looms
This season could be much more important for Jalen Green than initially anticipated.
Austin Reaves Hilariously Roasts Former Lakers Teammate Rui Hachimura
Lakers guard Austin Reaves misses his former teammate Rui Hachimura.
Lakers vs. Warriors Prediction: Preview, Injury Report, Team Advantages, And X-Factors
The Los Angeles Lakers host the Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday, October 21, at 10:00 p.m. ET.
Clippers vs. Kings Prediction: Preview, Injury Report, Team Advantages, And X-Factors
The Los Angeles Clippers host the Sacramento Kings at Intuit Dome on Wednesday, October 21, at 10:30 p.m. ET.
Heat vs. Timberwolves Prediction: Preview, Injury Report, Team Advantages, And X-Factors
The Heat host the Timberwolves as Giannis Antetokounmpo and LaMelo Ball begin exciting new chapters with their teams.
Joel Embiid Sets Bold Personal Goal For 2026-27 Season That Would ‘Change Everything’ For 76ers
Joel Embiid wants to make the All-Defensive team again.
Wizards Rookie Tre Johnson Didn’t Hold Back With Anthony Davis: “You Weren’t Top 75 Today”
Anthony Davis admits to being called out by Wizards rookie Tre Johnson during a Wizards practice session.
Jalen Brunson Reveals Why He Refuses To Play NBA 2K Despite Buying It Every Year
Although NBA 2K is one of the most popular sports games in the world, Jalen Brunson's reason for not playing it seems quite justified.
Enes Kanter Freedom Claims He Could Change His Birth Certificate In A Day Amid WNBA Eligibility Fight
Enes Kanter Freedom says a New York birth certificate change would take less than a day.
Trail Blazers vs. Suns Prediction: Preview, Injury Report, Team Advantages, And X-Factors
The Portland Trail Blazers host the Phoenix Suns at Moda Center on Wednesday, October 21, at 10:00 p.m. ET.
WNBA Stays Silent As Dream And Valkyries Skip National Anthem For Second Straight Game
In the 2026 WNBA Finals, both the Atlanta Dream and the Golden State Valkyries left the court moments before the national anthem for two consecutive games—Game 1 on October 17 at San Francisco’s Chase Center and Game 2 the following night—returning only after the performance ended. Reporter Dan Zaksheske highlighted the clips on X, noting the teams were absent for the entire two‑minute anthem. While the league’s policy requires players to stand during the anthem, it lists no penalty, prompting angry fans on social media to demand fines and question the WNBA’s enforcement. The article also references past instances of teams walking off for anthem protests dating back to 2017 and the 2020 Breonna Taylor season.
Angel Reese Drops 30 In WNBA Finals, Surpassing Caitlin Clark’s Playoff High
Angel Reese exploded for 30 points and 16 rebounds in Game 2 of the 2026 WNBA Finals, tying the series 1‑1 as the Atlanta Dream beat the Golden State Valkyries. Her performance makes her only the third player ever with a 30‑point, 15‑rebound Finals game and the youngest to record a 20‑point double‑double in the Finals. Reese also eclipsed Caitlin Clark’s playoff high of 27 points, sparking a flurry of social‑media rivalry talk. Coach Natalie Nakase praised Reese’s rebounding and fight, while the Dream celebrates their first Finals win after a 0‑10 franchise record. The series shifts to State Farm Arena for Game 3 on Oct. 21.
Kelsey Plum Questions Who Can Match Angel Reese’s Mentality After Dream’s Game 2 Win
Kelsey Plum says Angel Reese won Game 2 of the WNBA Finals before it was played.
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