While the NBA Playoffs are currently dominating the headlines, the finalists for this year’s MVP have finally been revealed. It’s safe to say all three candidates are worthy of the honor. Last season, James Harden won the MVP due to his impressive averages of 30.4 points and 8.8 assists per game. Well, the All-Star guard […]
Read MoreBilly Donovan Discussed As Potential Michigan Coaching Candidate
Billy Donovan remains the coach for the Oklahoma City Thunder, after the team’s first round flameout weeks ago. His tenure as an NBA coach has been quite up-and-down, and there’s been plenty of speculation that he could return to the college ranks. Donovan was a hugely successful college hoops head coach, leading Florida to back-to-back […]
Read MoreKevin Durant’s ‘Adopted Brother’ Has Reportedly Been Killed
Clifford Dixon, a former college and overseas basketball player, and “adopted brother” of NBA superstar Kevin Durant, has been killed. He was just 32. Dixon was reportedly in the Atlanta area celebrating his birthday at the SL Lounge. Sports Illustrated found an image from his Instagram account promoting the celebration. According to Chamblee, Ga. police department, […]
Read MoreNBA Announces Punishment For Russell Westbrook
The NBA has announced its punishment for Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook, who was involved in a confrontation with a Utah Jazz fan on Monday. Westbrook was caught on camera threatening a fan and his wife after Westbrook claimed the fan made “racial” and “inappropriate” comments towards him. Westbrook is being fined $25,000 for “directing […]
Read MoreSlam Dunk Champion Hamidou Diallo’s Honey Dip Dunk Over Shaq Is An All-Timer
The NBA’s All-Star Saturday Night just wrapped up, and one dunk tore the house down in Charlotte. Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Hamidou Diallo took home the Dunk Contest, thanks in large part to one ridiculous slam. Diallo beat out Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins, New York Knicks guard Dennis Smith Jr., and Miles Bridges of […]
Read MorePaul George Had An Absurd Game Tonight
The Oklahoma City Thunder were down 18 points entering the fourth quarter. However, Paul George put the team on his back and carried them to an improbable victory. High expectations were set on George coming into this season, especially after signing a massive extension worth $137 million. Well, the All-Star forward certainly delivered tonight. With […]
Read MoreInjury Update For OKC Thunder PG Russell Westbrook
Earlier: Oklahoma City Thunder star Russell Westbrook left tonight’s game with an injury. Thunder fans are holding their breath that it isn’t a serious issue. Late in the third quarter, Westbrook went up for a defensive rebound and landed awkwardly. He crumbled to the floor in pain. Westbrook would leave the floor and limp to […]
Read MoreInjury, Game Status Update for Thunder PG Russell Westbrook
The Oklahoma City Thunder lost their opening game against the Golden State Warriors, but it was without Russell Westbrook. Not having the dynamic guard on the court clearly hurt Billy Donovan’s offense, but he could make his season debut very soon. With the Los Angeles Clippers hosting the Thunder tonight, Westbrook might be healthy enough […]
Read More2K Host Posts Support For NBA Boyfriend Ahead Of Season
While the season has begun for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Andre Roberson continues rehabbing from his torn patella tendon in his knee. Although he’ll be out of action for the next few months, it won’t prevent his girlfriend Rachel DeMita from staying supportive. Over the summer, she confirmed her relationship with Roberson, as the NBA […]
Read MoreOKC Thunder Announce Russell Westbrook Underwent Surgery
The NBA off-season is a time when players will often go under the knife. Sometimes it is to repair problems that lingered during the previous season, but for Oklahoma City Thunder star Russell Westbrook, the decision was a proactive one. The Thunder announced this afternoon that Westbrook underwent a successful arthroscopic procedure on his right […]
Read MorePhotos: Look Who Was At Today’s Oklahoma-UCLA Game
A number of NBA stars were in Norman for the game to cheer on their respective alma maters. Oklahoma has had two college hoops superstars in recent years, in Buddy Hield and Trae Young.Oklahoma is also now home to Russell Westbrook, a former UCLA basketball star. All three were on the sideline for today’s game. […]
Read MoreThe NBA Has Released The Entire 2018-2019 Schedule
The full NBA schedule was released today. The league has improved on a number of scheduling issues, including back-to-backs and once again, no team will play four games in five days. The league put out a release about some of the biggest aspects of the upcoming schedule: The NBA today released its complete game schedule […]
Read MoreCarmelo Anthony Getting Crushed For Quotes In Jemele Hill Article
We hadn’t heard much directly from Carmelo Anthony during his tumultuous off-season, until this morning. The 10-time All-Star forward spoke at a private Nike event on Wednesday night, which was documented by ESPN’s Jemele Hill. He discussed his Oklahoma City Thunder tenure, and what lies ahead. As with many things having to do with Carmelo, […]
Read MoreA Major Step Has Been Taken In The Carmelo Anthony Trade
At long last, the Carmelo Anthony trade is finally official. It feels like a month since we found out that ‘Melo would be making a stop over with the Atlanta Hawks before hitting free agency again, but it finally became official today. The Carmelo Anthony trade to Atlanta also ropes in the Philadelphia 76ers, who are sending […]
Read MoreAnother Hurdle Has Been Cleared For Carmelo Anthony To Hit Free Agency
Carmelo Anthony free agency update: the Hawks have cleared a hurdle to acquire, and eventually waive, the superstar forward. On Wednesday, the long-awaited Carmelo Anthony trade finally went through. The Oklahoma City Thunder dealt Anthony to Atlanta in a three-team deal that also involved the Philadelphia 76ers. Once the Hawks waive the 10-time All-Star, as […]
Read MoreCarmelo Anthony Is Telling Friends He’s Signing With This Team, Per Report
After yesterday’s trade to the Atlanta Hawks, the Carmelo Anthony Rockets signing should come through in the very near future. A few other teams like the Heat and Lakers are reportedly in the mix, but Houston is a pretty heavy favorite to land ‘Melo. According to one report, Carmelo is already admitting as much. On […]
Read MoreAdditional Details Revealed In Carmelo Anthony Trade
The long-awaited Carmelo Anthony trade took place moments ago. Melo is off to the Atlanta Hawks, who are expected to waive him, freeing him to head to a team of his choice. Anthony is expected to become a Houston Rocket. There, he will play alongside good friend Chris Paul and MVP James Harden, in an […]
Read MoreSacramento Kings Trade Could Have Big Impact On Carmelo Anthony
The Sacramento Kings made a trade on Tuesday that very understandably went under the radar, with everything else going on in the NBA. It could have big ramifications for the Carmelo Anthony Rockets pursuit. The Kings dealt Garrett Temple, a 32-year old forward coming off of a career-high 8.4 points per game for the Kings, […]
Read MoreHow Carmelo Anthony Reportedly Feels About Playing For Rockets, Mike D’Antoni
Carmelo Anthony Rockets update: the 10-time All-Star forward’s move to Houston seems more a question of “when” than “if” at this point. The Rockets are an interesting fit for a number of reasons. ‘Melo is coming off of a disappointing year with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Obviously his age and wear-and-tear is a factor, but […]
Read MoreNBA Player Rumored To Be In Potential Carmelo Anthony Trade Reacts To Reports
Earlier today, a report emerged that a Carmelo Anthony trade to the Brooklyn Nets could be in the works. The Nets would likely buy out the former New York Knicks star, and Jeremy Lin would be one of the pieces swapped in return. Lin, who missed most of last season due to injury, is set […]
Read MoreWoj: Erik Spoelstra A ‘Strong Advocate’ Of Heat Acquiring Carmelo Anthony
Carmelo Anthony is coming off of what was likely his worst NBA season in 2017-18. However, some teams still covet the 10-time All-Star. Anthony is expected to be bought out or traded by the Oklahoma City Thunder. That would free up teams to sign him to a pretty team-friendly deal. A few contenders have been […]
Read MoreCarmelo Anthony, Oklahoma City Thunder Are Reportedly Parting Ways
This won’t come as a huge surprise, but Carmelo Anthony’s time with the Oklahoma City Thunder is coming to an end this summer. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski is reporting that the Thunder are planning to “part ways” with the 10-time All-Star before the 2018-2019 season begins. Anthony’s situation is a bit complicated. He opted into the […]
Read MoreLowe: If Paul George Leaves, Thunder Could Explore Russell Westbrook Trade
We know about LeBron James’ upcoming free agency decision. Kawhi Leonard is trying to force a trade from San Antonio. Paul George is weighing his options. Could these monumental changes trigger a Russell Westbrook trade from the Thunder? The first three superstars could very well be interconnected. Leonard pretty openly wants to be a Laker, […]
Read MoreRamona Shelburne: Paul George “Seems To Be Staying” In Oklahoma City
For almost two years now, NBA fans have assumed that superstar Paul George, when he became a free agent in 2018, would leave whichever franchise he was playing for to sign with his hometown Los Angeles Lakers. Now that George actually has the decision to make, it doesn’t look so clear-cut. ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne, on […]
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