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

Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert Exchange Quick Jabs as Wolves Battle Cavs

During Wolves-Cavaliers in Cleveland, former Jazz teammates Mitchell and Gobert shared a quick courtside roast. “What happened to your shooting?” Mitchell asked. Gobert replied, “I like the floater better,” then admitted, “I wasn’t confident on that one.” Mitchell laughed back, “That’s what I’m saying.” Gobert added, “My 3 is better than mid range.” The exchange came between possessions late.

By Raahib Singh

4 months ago

Nae'Qwan Tomlin Wins Jumpball over Julius Randle, Scores In His Own Basket

With 3:30 left in the fourth near Cleveland’s rim, Randle and Tomlin battled for a jump ball. Tomlin won the tip, but his touch went the wrong way. He redirected the ball into his own basket, awarding Minnesota two points on the toss. The bucket counted for Minnesota. Even after the mistake, the Cavaliers still led 136-121.

By Raahib Singh

4 months ago

Hawks Rejected Raptors’ Quickley-Centered Offer for Trae Young

Atlanta rejected a Toronto trade package centered on Immanuel Quickley and draft picks for Young, per Jake Fischer. Sources said the Hawks had no interest in a Quickley-led deal due to his future salary. Atlanta instead prioritized financial flexibility ahead of Feb. 5, valuing the ability to take back CJ McCollum’s $30.7 million expiring contract.

By Adit Pujari

4 months ago

Ref Bill Kennedy Out Indefinitely With a Hamstring Strain

Kennedy pulled up with an injury during the 76ers' 103-91 win vs. Magic on Friday. He was in immense pain and had to be wheeled off the court. Per Shams Charania, Kennedy has suffered a hamstring strain and will be out indefinitely. The longtime referee hopes to make a return to officiating games before the regular season is over.

By Pranay Mukherjee

4 months ago

Kendrick Perkins Says Hornets Have to Choose Between Charles Lee and LaMelo Ball

Perkins insists that the Hornets have to trade LaMelo or fire Lee. "Those two guys don't see eye-to-eye. This is a fact. The energy is not there," Perkins said. He added that Lee doesn't believe Ball is one of his guys and even benched him. Perkins recalled that Ball seemingly yelled "f**k this motherfu***r" at Lee.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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