3 months ago

Nikola Jokic Unfazed by New All-Star Format, Says He’ll Play the Game the Same Way

Jokic doesn't feel like the new U.S vs. World format will give him any extra motivation to play harder. "I'm not sure that it's going to bring another fire to me because I play every game the same," Jokic explained. He clarified that he plays the same way all the time, putting all of his effort into the game.

By Pranay Mukherjee

3 months ago

Adam Silver Considers Current Tanking Issues Worse Than in Recent Memory

Silver is taking tanking very seriously, having fined the Pacers and Jazz for doing so. When asked if this season is worse than before, he said, "Are we seeing behavior that is worse this year than we've seen in recent memory? Yes is my view." Silver is considering various ways to curb tanking, including a tournament to determine lottery picks.

By Pranay Mukherjee

3 months ago

Jaylen Brown Loves the “Purity” of 1-on-1 Games, Supports Adding It to All-Star Weekend

Brown says 1-on-1 reminds him of the purity of basketball. It's just mano-e-mano basketball, with players required to play both sides. "There's some people I would love to challenge. Luka, Shai, Brunson, Donovan. I'll challenge all them guys," Brown said. He thinks adding it to the All-Star game would be great, with money going to a charity that's chosen.

By Pranay Mukherjee

3 months ago

Giannis Antetokounmpo Commits to Bucks but Admits He Dreamed of Knicks, Lakers, Cavs

Giannis reaffirmed his loyalty to Milwaukee. "As of today I'm committed to the Milwaukee... You will never hear me say I don't want to be a Milwaukee Buck," he said. However, he acknowledged childhood dreams: "What if I played for the Knicks... drafted by the Lakers... Cavs and Lebron pass me the ball?" But insisted leaving wouldn't mean he quit.

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Kevin Garnett: Kobe Bryant Was Nervous Before Dunking Against Jordan's All-Star Team

KG recalled Kobe's nerves at the All-Star game in 1998, "It was the first time seeing him nervous in the locker room." Early in the game, KG threw Kobe an alley-oop: "I threw it up and he boom it. I was on some f**k them type s**t, Kobe wanted to be more professional. It was a magical moment."

By Adit Pujari

3 months ago

Adam Silver Announces NBA Europe Launch for October 2027 With $1 Billion Expansion Fees

Silver outlined plans for a 12-16 team European league with expansion fees ranging from $500 million to $1 billion. The NBA is targeting elite clubs like Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Fenerbahce, and Anadolu Efes. Silver emphasized long-term vision: "People who are looking for a short return should probably look elsewhere." Current NBA players may invest in franchises.

By Adit Pujari

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