25 minutes ago

Gabby Williams: Joe Lacob's Commitment Helped Sell Her on Golden State Valkyries

Williams said her conversation with Lacob was “the cherry on top” while she was “splitting hairs between teams” in free agency. She said feeling his “competitiveness” and “energy," plus how much he wants to invest and “how fast he wants to grow,” helped draw her to Valkyries. Williams is averaging 16.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game.

By Raahib Singh

34 minutes ago

Stephen Jackson Opens Up About What Tim Duncan's Belief in Him Meant

"The fact that you got probably the best power forward of all time believing in you like that, that s**t meant the world to me... For Tim Duncan to say that about me, that mean the world dog," Jackson said on Out the Mud. Duncan called Jackson his ultimate teammate after the two won the 2003 title.

By Adit Pujari

about 1 hour ago

De'Anthony Melton Not Expected to Return to Golden State This Offseason

Melton is not expected to return to the Warriors, per Brett Siegel, as Golden State pursues bigger names in free agency including LeBron James. The 28-year-old averaged 12.3 points and 1.6 steals in 49 games this season on a $3.1 million deal and is expected to decline his $3.45 million player option to test the open market.

By Adit Pujari

about 1 hour ago

Deuce McBride Says New York Knicks Are Already Locked In for Repeat Run

McBride said he kept noticing last year that Knicks players were “locked in differently” during the summer after falling just short. Now, after winning the championship, he said New York will celebrate and “enjoy this,” but the group remains focused because it has “a special chance to do something special again next year.”

By Raahib Singh

about 2 hours ago

Houston Rockets Could Enter the Mix for Kawhi Leonard Trade

Leonard is open to reuniting with Spurs or Toronto, the only teams he'd extend with beyond the Clippers, but Houston could also factor in, per Michael Grange. The 35-year-old averaged a career-high 27.9 points on 62.9% true shooting last season and is owed $50.3 million in 2026-27. The Rockets already added Kevin Durant last offseason and are hunting another star.

By Adit Pujari

about 2 hours ago

What WNBA Games Are On Tonight? WNBA Schedule (June 27)

Saturday’s WNBA slate opens with Mercury-Tempo at 2 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+, with Toronto riding Marina Mabrey’s 53-point record night and Phoenix missing suspended Alyssa Thomas. Sparks-Fever follows at 8 p.m. on CBS and Paramount+, before Dream-Storm closes at 9 p.m. on Prime Video Seattle and WANF-Atlanta News First to finish the three-game day.

By Raahib Singh

about 8 hours ago

Gabby Williams Is Ecstatic Over GSV Win On 'Pride Night'

Gabby dropped 16 points tonight the Valkyries 78-75 win over the Atlanta Dream. Post the win, she spoke on how desperate she was to win on 'Pride Night'. "I take Pride Night personal. This game is probably like the one that everyone has circled on their calendar. And the Bay is just historically just been a pioneer for Pride movement."

By Samir Mehdi

about 8 hours ago

Timberwolves Eyed Josh Giddey Trade Before Acquiring LaMelo Ball

According to reports, the Timberwolves were looking at several options to upgrade the point guard position, including Josh Giddey, before trading for LaMelo Ball. The Timberwolves were desperate to bring in a primary playmaker to ease the pressure on Anthony Edwards, who faced heavy defensive attention last season. Giddey averaged 17ppg, 9.1apg, and 8.3rpg in 2025-26 as a top ball-handler.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 8 hours ago

Heat Could Explore Signing LeBron James

"I can tell you that it is something they will explore," Ethan J. Skolnick said, keeping the door open on a potential LeBron James return to the Heat. "I do know he has no hard feelings against the organization," Skolnick added. He thought that LeBron might end up with the Warriors, but says the Heat and Cavs remain potential destinations.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 9 hours ago

NBA Analyst Recalls LeBron James’ Shock at Being Booed in Memphis During First Heat Season

Brian Windhorst recalls how surprised LeBron was by the hate he received from neutral fans after joining the Heat, specifically mentioning a game in Memphis during his early Miami days. "They got booed mercilessly in Memphis. LeBron, after the game, was like 'Why am I getting booed in Memphis!!? What did I ever say or do to Memphis?'" Windhorst said.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 10 hours ago

Clippers Could Challenge Nuggets for Peyton Watson’s Signature

According to Marc Stein, the Clippers are weighing up a potential free agency offer for Peyton Watson. "It would take an offer sheet in the $30M range in order for Denver to balk at re-signing him," Stein said. Watson averaged career highs in scoring, rebounding, and assists, with 14.6ppg, 4.9rpg, and 2.1apg in 2025-26, a key piece for the Nuggets.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 10 hours ago

Blazers Could Target Jaylen Brown

The Blazers have "long coveted" pairing Brown up with Damian Lillard ever since his first run in Portland. The Celtics are now putting JB up on the trading block so this could be a possibility, according to Fischer and Stein. The Celtics want a minimum of four first round picks for Brown. Luckily for Portland, that's all that they have.

By Samir Mehdi

about 10 hours ago

Cason Wallace’s Future With the Thunder Could Be in Doubt After Isiah Hartenstein’s Deal

Jake Weinbach stated that with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, and Isaiah Hartenstein all signed to long-term contracts, Cason Wallace's long-term future may be away from OKC. Wallace is due for a rookie extension that the Thunder may not be able to afford. Cason averaged 8.6ppg, 2.6apg, and 1.9 steals per game in 2025-26, earning All-Defensive Second Team honors.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 10 hours ago

Valkyries Edge Out The Dream 78-75 As GSV Improve To 12-7

Jordin Canada, despite leading the Dream in scoring tonight with 23 points, would miss a crucial lay-up with less than 20s left and down three. Gabby Williams, who was on fire in the fourth, drained a free throw to essentially ice the game. Kiah Stokes, Tiffany Hayes, and Kaitlyn Chen combined for 38 points in the Valkyries win.

By Samir Mehdi

about 11 hours ago

Houston Rockets Are A Threat To Steal Marcus Smart Away From The Lakers

"The Rockets do, however, loom as a possible free agent destination for another one of Udoka's former players in Boston: Marcus Smart," report Marc Stein and Jake L Fischer. Smart is also considering not picking up his $5.4 million player option with the Lakers before Monday's deadline. He could then decide to test out the free agent market.

By Samir Mehdi

about 11 hours ago

NBA Analyst Believes the Heat Are the Best Fit for Ja Morant

Kevin O'Connor believes that the Heat are the best fit for Morant going forward. "They have organizational stability and a clear need for shot creation after trading away so many ball handlers in the Giannis deal," O'Connor said. He believes that Morant could form a dynamic partnership with Giannis Antetokounmpo. However, O'Connor stated that financially, a trade would be tough.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 11 hours ago

Pelicans Set to Decline Kevon Looney’s $8 Million Player Option

Chris Haynes reported that the Pelicans are expected to decline Kevon Looney's $8 million player option for 2026-27, allowing him to become an unrestricted free agent. The veteran forward appeared in just 21 games, averaging 2.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in 14.6 minutes per game. Following a preseason injury, his role with the Pelicans was heavily limited.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 11 hours ago

Shannon Sharpe Enraged Over Caitlin Clark-Alyssa Thomas Incident

Alyssa Thomas has been suspended one game for her overtly aggressive move against CC, with her punching her throat mid-game on accident. "Even if you say it wasn’t intentional… Caitlin Clark’s throat is still hurting! Physics don’t lie — nobody falls like that. She did the same thing to Angel Reese last year around the neck too," said Sharpe.

By Samir Mehdi

about 11 hours ago

Jaylen Clark To Sign 3 Year Deal With The Timberwolves

Jaylen Clark played 68 games for the Wolves last season and started just one. He averaged 4 points on 44.5 FG% in 13.1 minutes per game. After two years with the Timberwolves, they've now signed him to a 3 year contract worth $10 million.

By Samir Mehdi

about 11 hours ago

Mike Dunleavy Jr Raves About Steve Kerr's Willingness To Help In The Warriors' Drafting

"His commitment to this whole thing has been tremendous, not only just with the draft, but preparing for next season," said Dunleavy on Kerr. "I wanted Steve, our head coach, to be comfortable with the player we're getting and the person. I feel no doubt with Yaxel, we've vetted that out really well."

By Samir Mehdi

about 12 hours ago

Anthony Edwards And LaMelo Ball Have Had A Pre-Existing Relationship

Melo and Ant, on paper, are a top 5 backcourt in the NBA off the bat. They were both drafted top 3 in the 2020 NBA Draft and are acquainted. "Melo and Ant have had a prior relationship. They’re friends, they’ve spoken. He’s excited and knows the task at hand in Minnesota, and that’s trying to win championships," says Shams.

By Samir Mehdi

about 12 hours ago

Kendrick Perkins Blames Brad Stevens On The Celtics Missing Out On Giannis Antetkounmpo

"No way in hell that you should have lost the Giannis sweepstakes to the Miami Heat, if you’re gonna jump off the porch and put a guy like Jaylen Brown available knowing that you tried to trade him once before," said Perk. The Celtics have now placed Jaylen on the trade block as their relationship seems to be crumbling.

By Samir Mehdi

about 12 hours ago

Kings Wants Grizzlies to Include Draft Picks in Any Potential Ja Morant Trade

Jake Fischer reported that the Kings have rejected potential trade proposals for Ja Morant and would need the Grizzlies to add draft picks in any deal going forward. The Grizzlies are struggling to find a trade partner willing to take Morant, with his injury issues, $42.1 million salary for 2026-27, and a history of off-court issues deterring potential suitors.

By Pranay Mukherjee

about 12 hours ago

Mitchell Robinson A Top Target For The Lakers

The Lakers are prioritizing signing a big-man to play alongside Luka Doncic over offering LeBron James. One of the targets in Rob Pelinka's eyes is Mitchell Robinson. The Knicks will almost certainly not retain the UFA big-man to avoid the second apron. The Lakers will look to upgrade over Deandre Ayton and Jaxson Hayes.

By Samir Mehdi

about 12 hours ago

Isaiah Hartenstein Intends To Sign A 3-Year Contract To Return To The OKC Thunder

The OKC Thunder had a team option worth $28.5 million for the 2026-27 season for Isaiah Hartenstein. They've now extended him for a 3-year contract that will bring his total OKC earnings to $134 million over five years. He was a key player in OKC's 2025 title. He averages 10.3 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks for the Thunder.

By Samir Mehdi

Never miss an update! Download our app now.