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LeBron James Claims He’s Not Affected By Jimmy Butler Talking Trash In Game 3 Loss: ‘You’re In Trouble’

According to a report from Sports Illustrated, there was some trash talk that came from some members of the Miami Heat during the team’s Game 3 victory against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. The Heat’s Jimmy Butler had an impressive night and was able to record a 40-point triple-double, being only one of […]

By Mackenzie Jerks | 3y ago

Milwaukee Bucks Boycott Game 5 Against Orlando Magic To Protest Jacob Blake Shooting

The Milwaukee Bucks are boycotting Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals in response to the shooting of Kenosha, Wisconsin, resident Jacob Blake. Adrian Wojnarowski reported the news on Twitter Wednesday, minutes before the contest was supposed to start, first announcing that the Bucks players had not yet come onto the court for warmups. Not […]

By Oliver VanDervoort | 3y ago

Miami Heat Star Jimmy Butler Says Rivalry With Indiana Pacers’ TJ Warren Is ‘Dead’

With their respective clubs set to tip off a first-round playoff series against one another on Tuesday, it seemed as though Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler and TJ Warren of the Indiana Pacers were set to rekindle what has been a contentious rivalry recently. However, Butler told ESPN on Sunday that whatever bad blood existed […]

By Ryan Aston | 3y ago

Ja Morant Thanks Fan Who Claimed There Wasn’t A ‘Fire In His Eye’ After Grizzlies’ Victory

Ja Morant got a little extra motivation to carry his Memphis Grizzlies to victory on Saturday night. After the game, the shooting guard talked to Fox Sports about the win over the Los Angeles Lakers. It was the first time in his young career Morant was able to beat a LeBron James-led team. While he […]

By Oliver VanDervoort | 3y ago

Steph Curry Isn’t In ‘Space Jam 2,’ And He Explains Why

Like the first Space Jam, which came out in 1996 and starred Michael Jordan, the upcoming sequel, Space Jam 2, will feature roles by several prominent NBA players acting alongside the star, LeBron James. The movie, which will film this summer, stars James and such notable NBA players as James’ new teammate Anthony Davis, Chris […]

By Stephen Silver | 4y ago

Toronto Fans Assailed For Cheering Kevin Durant Injury

In Monday night’s Game 5 of the 2019 NBA Finals, the Golden State Warriors’ Kevin Durant returned to the court after over a month out, scoring 11 points in 12 minutes. But Durant went out with an injury during the game which, per ESPN, is believed by the Warriors to be a torn Achilles. The […]

By Stephen Silver | 4y ago

Draymond Green Says He’s Turned A New Leaf Over The Way He Used To Play: ‘I’m Sure It Was Disgusting To Watch’

If you’ve noticed a kinder, gentler Draymond Green during this NBA Playoff season, it’s not your eyes deceiving you. The Golden State Warriors big man has made an effort to do less jawing with officials and has tried to be more supportive both of teammates and opponents, an effort that has been a boon to […]

By Nathan Francis | 4y ago

Milwaukee Bucks Vs. Toronto Raptors – NBA Eastern Finals Game 1: Tip Time, Live Stream, More

Only four teams remain in this year’s NBA season and the Golden State Warriors started off the Western Conference Finals with a victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. Tonight, it is time for the Eastern Conference Finals to begin, and the last two teams standing on that side are ready. Here is everything you need […]

By Danny Cox | 4y ago

NBA Rumors: Both Kevin Durant And DeMarcus Cousins Could Miss Entire Western Conference Finals

Both Kevin Durant and DeMarcus Cousins could miss the entire Western Conference Finals, dealing a blow to a Golden State Warriors team looking to reach its fifth consecutive NBA Finals. As The Associated Press reported, there is no clarity on when Durant and Cousins could return from the injuries that have struck over the course […]

By Nathan Francis | 4y ago

Golden State Warriors’ Kevin Durant Injured In Game 5, Status Uncertain

Sports television personality Stephen A. Smith called Golden State Warriors’ Kevin Durant integral to the team winning the championship — as The Inquisitr reported — and now it appears he’s going to be taking to the bench for an undisclosed amount of time. According to the official NBA website, Durant injured his right calf during […]

By Tyler MacDonald | 4y ago

Meek Mill Can’t Go To Canada For NBA Playoffs

Rapper Meek Mill is such a big fan of his hometown basketball team, the Philadelphia 76ers, that when Mill was released from prison last April, he was flown in a helicopter directly to the 76ers’ arena, where he rang the ceremonial bell before a playoff game that night. This was arranged by Michael Rubin, the […]

By Stephen Silver | 4y ago

Sixers’ Amir Johnson Caught Using Phone On Bench During Playoff Game

A Game 1 playoff deficit by the Philadelphia 76ers to the Brooklyn Nets Saturday afternoon got even worse during the game’s fourth quarter, when TV cameras spotted Amir Johnson, a veteran Sixers player who was inactive for the game, was shown using a smartphone on the bench and showing whatever was on the phone to […]

By Stephen Silver | 4y ago

NBA Rumors: Stephen Curry Talks About Playoffs Without LeBron James & Expectations For L.A. Lakers Next Season

Stephen Curry and LeBron James had played against each other in the last four NBA Finals where the Golden State Warriors won three NBA championship titles and succeeded to establish their own dynasty. However, this year will be different. James, who is currently playing his first season with the Los Angeles Lakers, had a hard […]

By JB Baruelo | 4y ago

Steve Kerr National Anthem Comments Are Dishonest And Ignorant, Jason Whitlock Claims

On Memorial Day, the U.S. honors fallen veterans but against that backdrop, a sizable cohort of sports fandom has concluded that the National Football League take-a-knee player protests show a lack of respect for the military and the American flag. Following on the controversy that has gone on for two seasons so far, the NFL […]

By Robert Jonathan | 5y ago

NBA News: Toronto Raptors Fire Head Coach Dwane Casey Despite Best Record In East And ‘Coach Of The Year’

The Toronto Raptors had a really great season even though they were swept in the second round of the NBA Playoffs, but fans are already looking ahead to the future. As one would expect, the organization is also looking ahead to the future, but it’s one that doesn’t include head coach Dwane Casey. After seven […]

By Danny Cox | 5y ago

Brett Brown Confident In Philadelphia 76ers: ‘Why Couldn’t We Be The One’

Brett Brown and the Philadelphia 76ers are in a world of trouble. After falling to the Boston Celtics in Game 3 by a final score of 101-98, the 76ers now face a 3-0 series deficit. To give you an idea of how bad the 76ers are hurting following that loss, no team in NBA history […]

By Evan Massey | 5y ago

NBA Playoffs 2018: Steve Kerr Worried About Rajon Rondo’s ‘Dangerous’ Tactics Against Warriors

Rajon Rondo and the New Orleans Pelicans prevented themselves from being swept by the Golden State Warriors after a 119-100 victory in Game 3 of the Western Conference Semifinals on Friday at the Smoothie King Center. Despite only scoring four points, Rondo managed to make a huge impact for the Pelicans in a different way, […]

By JB Baruelo | 5y ago

New Orleans Pelicans Prove They Belong With Blowout Win Over Warriors

Anthony Davis and the New Orleans Pelicans were in major need of winning Game 3 against the Golden State Warriors in order to stay alive in the series. After being handled by the Warriors in the first two games of the series on the road, the Pelicans were already being written off by the majority […]

By Evan Massey | 5y ago

Watch Indiana Pacers Vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Game 7 Live Stream: NBA Playoffs, How To Watch Online Sunday

Lebron James has appeared in the NBA Finals for the last seven straight years, first with the Miami Heat and then — in each of the past three seasons — with the Cleveland Cavaliers. But the Indiana Pacers could bring that remarkable streak to an end Sunday, when they face James and the Cavaliers in […]

By Jonathan Vankin | 5y ago

NBA Playoffs 2018 Preview, Prediction: Colin Cowherd Says Golden State Would Win In 6 Games Over San Antonio

The 2018 NBA Playoffs is set to begin on Saturday and one of its most interesting matchups is the Western Conference meeting between the No. 2 seed and defending champion Golden State Warriors and the No. 7 seed and five-time NBA champions San Antonio Spurs. Fox Sports‘ Colin Cowherd predicted in a recent episode of […]

By Raymund Tamayo | 5y ago

Watch Nuggets Vs. Timberwolves 2018 Online: Live Streaming, TV Start Time, Channels, & Odds

As the 2018 NBA season draws to a close, fans will watch the Nuggets vs. Timberwolves live streaming online and televised game Wednesday night. This game features huge playoff implications as the teams are tied with identical records at the No. 8 and No. 9 spots in the Western Conference. That means the winning squad […]

By Matt Couden | 5y ago

NBA Playoff Picture 2018: Nuggets & Timberwolves Fight For NBA Playoffs Spot, East & West Seeds Up For Grabs

A huge game will impact the NBA Playoff picture for 2018 on Wednesday night as the majority of the league plays their final games of the season. Both the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves are clinging to hopes of snagging a spot in the Western Conference playoff bracket, but unfortunately, only one team can do […]

By Matt Couden | 5y ago

Cleveland Cavaliers: Larry Nance Jr., Tristan Thompson Won’t Start In NBA Playoffs

Cleveland Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue revealed some big news after the Cavs came from behind in the fourth quarter to score a huge win over the Washington Wizards on Thursday night. Lue stated that he would not start either of his big men, Tristan Thompson and Larry Nance Jr., in the playoffs. According to an […]

By Amanda Lynne | 5y ago

Boston Celtics Rumors: Kyrie Irving Done For NBA Season & Playoffs After Knee Surgery, Per ‘ESPN’ Sources

Based on the latest Boston Celtics rumors, the team will be without their top star not only for the rest of the NBA season but also the postseason. A recent report via ESPN has said the team will be shutting down Irving with just four games left until the NBA Playoffs start. The breaking news […]

By Matt Couden | 5y ago

NBA Playoffs 2018 Standings: Pistons, Clippers, & Nuggets Still Fighting For Playoff Spot

The latest NBA Playoffs 2018 standings reveal that almost all of the spots have been claimed for the Eastern Conference, but not out West. Between the two conferences, there are three teams still with an outside chance to make their way into the postseason, as the Detroit Pistons, Los Angeles Clippers, and Denver Nuggets have […]

By Matt Couden | 5y ago

NBA Report: Donatas Motiejunas And Anthony Randolph Are Former NBA Players Who Could Help Playoff Teams

The NBA is now entering the payoff period and teams are jockeying for playoff positions. As most NBA players can attest, the NBA season is a long hard grind and, understandably, injuries occur. To reduce the likelihood of injuries, teams are strategically resting their stars in an effort to preserve them for the playoff run. […]

By Laurence Hao | 5y ago

Anthony Davis Believes Pelicans Would’ve Reached NBA Finals If DeMarcus Cousins Stayed Healthy

Back on January 27, 2018, the New Orleans Pelicans were dealt a major blow when center DeMarcus Cousins suffered a ruptured achilles late in the fourth quarter of the team’s 115-113 victory over the Houston Rockets. At the time of Cousins’ injury, the Pelicans were sitting at 27-21 and in the thick of the Western […]

By Jason Fletcher | 5y ago

NBA Rumors: Miami Facing An Uphill Battle For A Playoff Berth; Should The Heat Trade For McCollum or Hood?

After 53 games, the Miami Heat is still consistently inconsistent. There are times that the Heat looks like they could beat any team in the NBA, and there are times that Miami looks like a lottery team. While they are still involved in a tightly contested playoff race in the Eastern Conference, it is clear […]

By Laurence Hao | 5y ago

Lonzo Ball Explodes In Lakers’ Dramatic Comeback Win, Is A Laker Playoff Appearance Out Of The Question?

Laker fans looking for a reason to get excited during Summer League play could find that and more on Wednesday night, as Lonzo Ball took the court by storm and led the Lakers squad to a dramatic comeback 103-102 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in Las Vegas’ Thomas & Mack Center. Ball, as ESPN noted, […]

By Kevin Bostic | 6y ago

What’s Better Than Tacos On A Tuesday? Free Tacos On A Tuesday

Taco Bell is at it again. In their quest to put delicious tacos into the mouths and stomachs of every person in the United States, the restaurant chain once again partnered with the NBA. As part of the “Steal a Game, Steal a Taco” promotion, if the away team wins a game during the NBA […]

By Jason Reynolds | 6y ago

Watch Celtics Vs. Cavs Game 4 Live Stream: How To Watch Online Free, TV Time, Channel, & Odds

Basketball fans are ready to watch Celtics vs. Cavs Game 4 on television or live stream online Tuesday night to see if Boston can pull off another improbable win. The third game of the Eastern Conference Finals series required a strong effort from Isaiah Thomas’ supporting cast, as the All-Star guard is out for the […]

By Matt Couden | 6y ago

Watch Warriors Vs. Spurs Game 4 Live Stream: How To Watch Online Free, TV Time, Channel, & Odds

On Monday night, fans will watch the Warriors vs. Spurs Game 4 live streaming online or via television as Golden State tries for another playoff sweep. The Warriors currently hold a 3-0 lead over the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference Finals, as San Antonio has been playing without their All-Star Kawhi Leonard or […]

By Matt Couden | 6y ago

Boston Celtics’ Star Isaiah Thomas Expected To Seek Out Specialist Regarding His Hip Injury

Isaiah Thomas has already been ruled out of playing in the remainder of the NBA playoffs, but is the career of the Boston Celtics star in jeopardy? That could be Isaiah Thomas’ fear as he considers his medical options. Just days after the Celtics shut Thomas down for the postseason (courtesy of NBA.com), he is […]

By Ernest Shepard | 6y ago

Watch Celtics Vs. Cavs Game 3 Live Stream: How To Watch Online Free, TV Time, Channel, And Odds

Sunday evening brings Game 3 of the NBA Playoffs’ Eastern Conference Finals feature the Celtics vs. Cavs. Cleveland has dominated through two games so far in the series and will look to extend to a 3-0 lead at home. Boston will have their pride still on the line as they look to gain their first […]

By Matt Couden | 6y ago

Boston Celtics’ Isaiah Thomas Out For The Remainder Of The Playoffs Due To Injury

Boston Celtics All-Star point guard Isaiah Thomas is expected to miss the remainder of the 2017 NBA playoffs due to his injury. The five foot, nine inch ball handler hurt his hip in the first half of yesterday’s Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals against LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. According to […]

By Kayleigh Armstrong | 6y ago

NBA Playoffs: Cleveland Cavaliers Take on Boston Celtics in East Finals

After waiting eight days, the Cleveland Cavaliers finally know who they will be battling in the Eastern Conference Finals. The Boston Celtics defeated the Washington Wizards 115-105 on Monday night’s Game 7 behind Isaiah Thomas’s 29 points and 12 assists. The two teams will now square off for their first playoff matchup since the 2015 […]

By Joe Thiel | 6y ago

NBA Playoffs: Boston Celtics Defeat Washington Wizards, Advance To Eastern Conference Finals

The Boston Celtics and Washington Wizards faced off in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals tonight. Forcing this game meant that the Cleveland Cavaliers would receive even more rest before the Eastern Conference Finals. The winner of the games set to face a well-rested team, which NBA fans have seen as both a good […]

By Deanna Chapman | 6y ago

Watch Washington Wizards Vs. Boston Celtics Game 7 Live Stream Online, TV Channel, Time, & Game Odds

On Monday night, basketball fans will watch the Washington Wizards vs. Boston Celtics live stream online and televised coverage of the deciding game of their 2017 NBA Playoffs series. The two teams have traded victories on each others’ home courts for their semifinals series, so John Wall and the Wizards will have to win in […]

By Matt Couden | 6y ago

Boston Celtics Game 7 Forced Due To Clock Error — Would Washington Wizards Have Been Eliminated?

The Boston Celtics missed a last-second shot by star point guard Isaiah Thomas on Friday, causing the top-seeded Eastern Conference team to lose Game Six of their NBA Eastern Conference Semifinal series to the fourth-seeded Washington Wizards, forcing a decisive Game Seven in Boston on Monday. But a report from the NBA office on Saturday […]

By Jonathan Vankin | 6y ago

Kawhi Leonard Injury Update: Spurs’ Star Will Play In Game 1 Against Warriors

On Thursday night, the San Antonio Spurs cruised past the Houston Rockets on the road in an 114-75 win in Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals. The win secured a spot in the Western Conference Finals against the Golden State Warriors. This was accomplished without the services of star forward Kawhi Leonard, who sat […]

By Bob Garcia IV | 6y ago

NBA Playoffs: Boston Celtics Drop Close Game To Washington Wizards, Head To Game 7

Tonight’s sole basketball game was Game 6 between the Boston Celtics and Washington Wizards. The Celtics went into the game with a 3-2 lead in the series. Going into this game, too, the home team had won every game this series. However, in the playoffs, home teams were also 0-10 in home games when facing […]

By Deanna Chapman | 6y ago

NBA Playoffs: San Antonio Spurs Crush Houston Rockets To Win Series

The San Antonio Spurs announced that Kawhi Leonard would not be playing in Game 6 against the Houston Rockets. He’s out with a left ankle injury. Tony Parker was the other big name out for the Spurs, so the team needed everyone to step up in this game. Parker is out for the entirety of […]

By Deanna Chapman | 6y ago

NBA Playoffs: Boston Celtics Defeat Washington Wizards, Avery Bradley Shines

The Boston Celtics returned home for game five of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. The series with the Washington Wizards was tied at 2-2 going into this game. Neither team has won an away game so far in this series. That gave the Boston Celtics even more of an advantage. They won the first two games […]

By Deanna Chapman | 6y ago

Kyle Lowry Free Agency Rumors: Raptors’ Star On The Move?

The Toronto Raptors on Sunday afternoon saw their season come to an abrupt end in the playoffs falling for a second consecutive year to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Once again, the focus immediately shifts to the state of their backcourt at the forefront in the offseason with point guard Kyle Lowry’s future with the Raptors being […]

By Bob Garcia IV | 6y ago

NBA Playoffs: Toronto Raptors Fall To Cleveland Cavaliers In Game 4

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Toronto Raptors tipped off the first of three NBA games today. Going into this game, the Cavaliers and the Golden State Warriors are both undefeated in the playoffs. Kyle Lowry remained out for the Raptors, which again altered their starting line up. The first points of the game came over two […]

By Deanna Chapman | 6y ago

NBA Playoffs: Golden State Warriors Defeat Utah Jazz In Sloppy Game 3

The Golden State Warriors headed into Game 3 with a 2-0 lead on the Utah Jazz. The game was off to a slow start until the Warriors scored almost two minutes into the game on a Steph Curry cut to the basket for an easy layup. The Warriors also racked up some fouls early on […]

By Deanna Chapman | 6y ago

Isaiah Thomas Scores Career High In Celtics Win

Isaiah Thomas scored a career high 53 points in Tuesday night’s 129-119 overtime win against the Washington Wizards. Thomas went 18-33 from the floor and got the better of Washington point guard John wall, who went 16-32 with 40 points and 13 assists. The game went back and forth with both teams trading baskets until […]

By Joe Thiel | 6y ago

NBA Playoffs: Boston Celtics And Washington Wizards Kick Off Eastern Conference Semifinals

The Washington Wizards won the opening tip in today’s game against the Boston Celtics. Even with Boston having home court advantage, Washington started the game on a 16-0 run. Boston finally got points on the board when Isaiah Thomas was fouled shooting a three. He started to get Boston going, even losing a tooth in […]

By Deanna Chapman | 6y ago

‘NBA 2K17’ Predicts Golden State Warriors Will Win NBA Finals Against Cleveland Cavaliers

Every year, 2K Games runs a simulation of the NBA Playoffs using its NBA 2K game of that year. And according to the NBA 2K17’s simulation of this year’s Playoffs, the Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers will face off in the finals for the third consecutive time. 2K’s simulations are pretty accurate. According to […]

By Ronald Cress | 6y ago

Rajon Rondo Out: Chicago Bulls Point Guard Lost For Season In Injury Update, Boston Celtics Gain Advantage

Rajon Rondo is out indefinitely with a fractured thumb. The Chicago Bulls series against the Boston Celtics will go on without him, as the point guard will be out for a while. The Rondo injury took place during Game 2 of the series, when the Bulls beat the Celtics 111-97 on the road. Rondo had […]

By Ryan DeVault | 6y ago

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