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Damian Lillard Says Ring Culture Unfairly Diminishes Great Players

Lillard said it bothers him when championships are used to diminish otherwise great careers, noting some stars simply ran into Michael Jordan or the Warriors dynasty. He pointed to facing Golden State in three straight playoff runs and said circumstances matter. Still, Dame joked that if he eventually wins a ring, he’ll gladly “go to the other side.”

By Raahib Singh

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Anthony Edwards Ordered to Pay $14,000 Monthly in Child Support

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Anthony Edwards Ordered to Pay $14,000 Monthly in Child Support

Edwards has been ordered to pay $14,000 per month in child support for a son he has claimed he never met and had no intention of meeting. The order also requires a $2.6 million life insurance policy naming the child’s mother as beneficiary and $21,000 toward her legal fees. Court filings reportedly list Edwards’ monthly income at $4.8 million.

By Raahib Singh

about 4 hours ago

Rich Paul Reveals Peyton Watson Deal Expanded Into Five-Team Trade

Paul said Watson’s move ultimately became a five-team transaction after Cleveland, Washington, Charlotte and the Clippers all became involved to make salaries and assets work. He added there were even more teams interested in Watson, including Milwaukee and Atlanta. Paul said restricted free agency complicated negotiations, especially with significant offer sheets difficult to secure.

By Raahib Singh

about 14 hours ago

Dwayne Wade Wants Victor Wembanyama To Be Great

Wade spoke on wanting to witness Wemby's greatness unfold in real time. He said, "I want Wemby to be so great.. Like, I want him to win five, six, whatever, how many rings, or Finals MVPs, and regular season MVPs. Like, I want to live and say I saw that."

By Samir Mehdi

Lakers’ Focus Could Shift to Nikola Jokić After Ownership Resolution

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Lakers’ Focus Could Shift to Nikola Jokić After Ownership Resolution

Once the Lakers’ ownership situation is resolved, their focus will be “dead-set” on Nikola Jokić and the Denver Nuggets, according to Anthony Irwin. Reports of the Buss Family selling their remaining stake in the Lakers popped up, but have now been proven premature. After the internal issues are settled, the Lakers could make a blockubster move for Jokic.

By Pranay Mukherjee

Eric Gordon Set to Retire From the NBA After 18 Seasons

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Eric Gordon Set to Retire From the NBA After 18 Seasons

Eric Gordon will soon announce his retirement from the NBA, according to Evan Sidery. The 2008 lottery pick spent 18 seasons across five teams, playing for the Clippers, Hornets/Pelicans, Rockets, Suns and 76ers. Gordon finishes his career with $186.8 million in NBA earnings, closing the book on a lengthy and successful career that spanned nearly two decades.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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