4 months ago

Luka Doncic and LeBron James Combine for the Emphatic Alley-Oop Dunk

With 7:56 in the first quarter, Luka slipped past his defender to throw a lob to LeBron from beyond the 3-point line. James caught the pass and hammered down the thundurous alley-oop slam. After a tough stretch, Doncic and LeBron have built great chemistry. The Lakers led 12-7 with 7:53 left in the first.

By Pranay Mukherjee

4 months ago

LeBron Calls Giannis Matchup “An Honor” After First Meeting Since Dec. 2, 2022

Dave McMenamin noted it was the first regular-season game between James and Antetokounmpo since Dec. 2, 2022. Afterward, James said, “At this point in my career, it’s always great to go against some of the greats,” listing Antetokounmpo alongside Curry, Durant, and Westbrook. “It’s always an honor and a pleasure to go against the greats,” he added.

By Raahib Singh

4 months ago

Giannis Antetokounmpo Shows Love to LeBron James After Win: “I Got His Jersey Tonight”

Antetokounmpo said he got LeBron’s jersey after their first regular-season meeting since 2022. “I got his jersey tonight,” he said, calling 23 years of consistency “incredible.” Asked how he got it: “I just asked for it.” He added that facing LeBron “brings the best out of me,” and he “miss going against him.” He never takes it for granted.

By Raahib Singh

4 months ago

WNBPA Statement After CBA Expiration Targets League, Teams With NBA Store Protest

The WNBPA said the 2020 CBA expired at midnight Friday and slammed the league and teams during a demonstration outside the NBA Store in New York. The union accused them of undervaluing player contributions and “running out the clock” in negotiations. It said players remain united, adding, “Pay equity is not optional, and progress is long overdue.”

By Raahib Singh

4 months ago

Paul Pierce Remembers First Meeting With Muhammad Ali

Pierce recalled meeting Muhammad Ali before a Lakers game, saying Ali “called us to his room,” along with Antoine Walker, in Beverly Hills. “We had a chance to go to his room, meet him, take a picture,” Pierce said. “I still got that picture of the great Muhammad Ali.” He added, “I thought that was dope.”

By Adit Pujari

4 months ago

Mavericks Expected to Keep Anthony Davis After Hand Injury

NBA personnel believe the Mavericks are unlikely to trade Davis before Feb. 5, with his hand injury further limiting any market. His trade value was already viewed as low because of his contract and durability concerns. The injury is expected to lower that value even more. Atlanta and Toronto had earlier shown interest in AD.

By Adit Pujari

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