3 months ago

“Like Losing a Brother”: Kawhi Leonard Reflects on Ivica Zubac Being Traded to the Pacers

Leonard has been deeply affected by Zubac being traded to the Clippers, likening it to losing a brother. "We see these people, the players around here more than we see our families," Leonard said. Kawhi emphasized how the Clippers are going to miss Zubac, both as a player and as the guy they knew in the locker room.

By Pranay Mukherjee

3 months ago

Cade Cunningham Honors Dirk Nowitzki's Legacy

Cunningham expressed deep gratitude after receiving praise from the Mavericks legend. "You don't know how much that means to me. Growing up, Dirk you already know, you was the man," the Arlington native said. He acknowledged Nowitzki's impact on his hometown: "My city, man. Appreciate everything you did for us. I'm glad you enjoy my game."

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Draymond Green Calls Trade Deadline "S**ttiest Part" of NBA

Green criticized the human toll of deadline deals, "Buddy Hield, Jonathan Kuminga, they got to uproot their family from the Bay Area, move their family to Atlanta or a different location because you don't know the certainty." Green emphasized the lack of control: "You have no say over your life and what happens next... It's a s**tty thing."

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Draymond Green Reveals Warriors Discussed Him and Jimmy Butler in Giannis Trade

Draymond said GM Dunleavy told him before the deadline: "We've spoke about Giannis, we spoke about what picks we'd send them, we haven't really talked about the players that would go back yet... but you or Jimmy would have to be in a deal for Giannis." The conversation reveals how close Warriors came to pursuing Antetokounmpo at the trade deadline.

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Warriors Eye Lonzo Ball via Buyout

Golden State is targeting Lonzo Ball on the buyout market while converting two-way guard Pat Spencer to a roster spot, Jake Fischer reported. The Warriors traded Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield to Atlanta for Kristaps Porzingis before the deadline. Adding Ball would bolster their backcourt depth as they reshape the roster for a playoff push alongside Steph Curry and Porzingis.

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Jalen Duren Notably Missing From All-Star Dunk Contest After Injury

Carter Bryant, Jaxson Hayes, Keshad Johnson, and Jase Richardson will all make their All-Star dunk contest debuts on Saturday, Feb. 14 at 5 PM ET. Jalen Duren, who was earlier announced as a participant, is notably missing, likely due to right knee soreness. Duren was also named among the Eastern Conference All-Star reserves.

By Adit Pujari

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