Basketball

Report: Knicks have considered trades for 2 star players

The New York Knicks had a surprisingly strong campaign a year ago, providing some excitement with a playoff appearance. Some within the front office clearly want to capitalize on that momentum by trading for a star. The Knicks have internally …

Rachel Nichols officially out at ESPN

The Rachel Nichols era at ESPN is officially over. Andrew Marchand of The New York Post reported on Tuesday that Nichols has reached a settlement agreement with ESPN to terminate their working relationship. She is now free to pursue other …

Report: Lakers quietly explored Russell Westbrook trade options

The Los Angeles Lakers have struggled for much of the season, and it led them to at least briefly look into making major changes to the roster. The Lakers quietly explored trade options involving Russell Westbrook earlier in the season, according to …

Bad call in Lakers-Kings game led to ridiculous result for bettors

It was not quite the 2002 Western Conference Finals, but the officials certainly made a difference during the Los Angeles Lakers-Sacramento Kings game on Tuesday. The Kings were on the receiving end of a very bad call in the fourth quarter. Down five …

Kyle Kuzma has interesting pick for favorite teammate ever

Kyle Kuzma has played with stars like LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Bradley Beal. But his favorite teammate ever is actually none of the above. The Washington Wizards forward did a Q&A this week on Twitter and was asked who his favorite …

Video: Alvin Gentry was furious over bad call in Kings-Lakers game

Alvin Gentry is going to need another drink. Gentry was furious after he officials in Tuesday night’s Los Angeles Lakers-Sacramento Kings game blew a call. Malik Monk was at the free throw line attempting his second of two free throws with 24.8 …

Damian Lillard in danger of being shut down for season?

Damian Lillard is out again due to his abdominal injury, and now there may be some concern about what that means for him moving forward. The Portland Trail Blazers star guard is set to miss his second straight game on Wednesday with the injury. The …

Top NBA reporter calls out MLB over Ken Rosenthal firing

One well-known NBA reporter is sounding off on MLB Network’s decision this week to cut ties with Ken Rosenthal. Veteran hoops journalist David Aldridge of The Athletic posted a tweet on Tuesday defending Rosenthal and comparing the situation to …

Patrick Beverley threw shade at former team Clippers after beating them

Patrick Beverley got to live out the “I took that personally” meme in real life this week. The Minnesota Timberwolves guard had a big game on Monday against his former team, the LA Clippers. Beverley finished with 11 points and 12 assists …

Tobias Harris gets defiant with 76ers fans after being booed

Tobias Harris became defiant with Philadelphia 76ers fans on Monday night after being unhappy with the treatment he received from them. Harris had 14 points, six rebounds and six assists in his team’s 133-112 win over the Houston Rockets. …

Becky Hammon reveals why she did not become NBA head coach

Becky Hammon surprised many with her latest career move, but now she is shedding some light on the decision. Speaking with reporters Monday, the longtime San Antonio Spurs assistant revealed why she became the head coach of the WNBA’s Las Vegas …

Lakers guard reveals hilarious way Nick Young has inspired him

Nick Young may no longer be with the Los Angeles Lakers, but the influence of the swag champion is still ever-present in the organization. Lakers shooting guard Malik Monk revealed to reporters on Monday that he has drawn inspiration from the former …