Paul George’s 25-Game Ban Will Cost Him $11.7M, Pushes Sixers Closer to Tax Line

3 months ago

Paul George’s 25-Game Ban Will Cost Him $11.7M, Pushes Sixers Closer to Tax Line

George’s 25-game ban will dock $11,742,294 in salary. Philadelphia gets a luxury-tax credit worth $5,871,147, trimming its position from about $7 million over the tax line to roughly $1.3 million. He stays on the active roster for five games, then shifts to the suspended list, opening a spot to sign another player.

By Raahib Singh

3 months ago

Shaq Checks Charles Barkley for Calling Hornets “Dream Team” After Winning vs. Spurs

"They are balling," Barkley said while excitedly discussing the Hornets' big 111-106 win vs. Spurs. He even jokingly called them the "Dream Team," to celebrate their 6-game winning streak. Shaquille O'Neal shut down Barkley's enthusiasm, replying, "They're still in 11th place, stop it." The Hornets are on their longest winning streak since 2016 and might make the playoffs.

By Pranay Mukherjee

3 months ago

Shaq Hilariously Questions Charles Barkley’s Insider Info After Anthony Davis Trade Joke

Barkley says Flagg's passing will be unlocked when he "gets to play with other really good players." He continued, "He gonna be passing those passes to AD, well maybe not," joking about a potential Davis trade. However, Shaq picked up on it and hilariously questioned Chuck, "You know something we don't know?" Barkley replied, "Might be some packing going on."

By Pranay Mukherjee

3 months ago

Steve Kerr Confirms Steph Curry Does Have More Stress On His Shoulders Without Butler

"It definitely puts a lot more stress on Steph’s shoulders not having Jimmy next to take over the offense when needed," said Kerr. Curry is currently out on a day-to-day status due to patellofemoral pain syndrome in his right knee. Butler's return next season is currently up in the air but if he's on the Warriors, some time mid season.

By Samir Mehdi

3 months ago

“Keep Working”: Tyrese Maxey’s Approach to the Trade Deadline

Maxey opened up on how he was a part of many trade rumors when he was younger. "You just gotta keep your head low, keep working," Maxey said. He added that the NBA is a business and whatever happens, happens. Maxey likes this group of players and stated that they'll continue supporting each other no matter what happens.

By Pranay Mukherjee

3 months ago

LeBron James Applauds Cardinals Players’ Off-Season Adventure in Japan

“Love this so much!! Young Black brothers traveling the world, appreciating culture, and showing great humility,” LeBron tweeted. He was reacting to Cardinals defensive linemen L.J. Collier and Dalvin Tomlinson’s trip to Japan and to a viral video from the trip where they interacted with a Japanese content creator. LeBron also took note of Collier’s “LJ” initials.

By Nidheesh Kumar

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