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Rookie Dylan Harper kickstarted a closing 23-10 Spurs run whose exclamation points consisted of a difficult Stephon Castle lay-up, a steal and transition dunk by Devin Vassell, and an emphatic over-the-head lob from Keldon Johnson to Victor Wembanyama – allowing San Antonio to gut out a gritty 117-107 victory. San Antonio worked through the kinks […]
The Lakers’ big three features LeBron James, Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. These are the team’s top scorers, ball-handlers and playmakers. Everyone else has to fit into some kind of role to help this trio succeed. Early on, Deandre Ayton is figuring out how to do that. For Ayton, as the LA’s starting center, he […]
The Washington Wizards play the Charlotte Hornets tonight at 6 p.m. ET. You can watch the game on Monumental Sports Network. The Wizards have a chance to get above .500 for the first time since Nov. 28, 2022.
It’s Sunday, and you know what that means — it’s time for our weekly social media roundup! With the baseball season in the rearview mirror, New York sports fans turn towards football, and with the Giants and Jets being, well, the Giants and Jets, they immediately turn their eyes to the Knicks and Rangers at Madison […]
Hopefully Lakers fans enjoyed Friday’s showing from Luka Dončić as they won’t be seeing it again for a while. After his 49-point game against the Wolves, Luka has been ruled out for at least a week with both a left finger sprain and lower left leg contusion. Luka injured his finger during the game against […]
Social media watchers or those in attendance for the Spurs’ home opener against the Brooklyn Nets may have noticed a difference in the Frost Bank Center on Sunday afternoon, and that would be an extra banner hanging among the retired jerseys. In typical fashion, without much pomp and circumstance, the Spurs found a way to […]
This week’s SB Nation Reacts tackled expectations for the Houston Rockets this season, after the team emerged as one of the best teams in the NBA, in addition to adding Kevin Durant in the summer. The fine folks over at FanDuel seem to somewhat agree, with Houston sixth in championship odds at +1900 — the […]
After a big win in Tampa, the Blackhawks come home one of the hotter teams in the entire National Hockey League. They’ll welcome the Los Angeles Kings to the United Center for an early evening game on a Sunday. The Kings lost 5-4 in Nashville in a shootout last night, so they’re coming in off a late night with travel. The Hawks had a nice skate at Fifth Third on Saturday to get back to work tonight. Let’s see if the Hawks can keep their momentum moving forward with another win. Broad...
Welcome to the Game Thread. Veterans of the Game Thread know how we do things around here, but for all you newbies we have a few rules. Our community guidelines apply and basically say be cool, no personal attacks, don’t troll and don’t swear too much. The Spurs have only played two games so far this year, […]
The Spurs are back and Victor Wembenyama is quickly becoming the new face of the NBA. The 0-2 Nets are hoping for the same fortunes as San Antonio. Until that day, the two meet in a lopsided matinee — the first of a Texas back-to-back — with KD and the Rockets awaiting in Houston. KEY […]
The New York Knicks play basketball today. The New York Knicks are also pristine, boasting an impeccable 2-0 record to lead the League. Here’s a bunch of quotes before the Knicks embark on a three-game road trip, starting today in South Beach. Mike Brown On Tyler Kolek’s performances: “He has versatility, toughness on both ends […]
The Mavericks are 0-2. They have had few competitive minutes in the fourth quarters of the two games they have played. It is essential that they come out swinging against Toronto today. The Raptors have looked good through two games, and play the style of basketball that the Mavericks are trying to play. They’re second […]
So not only did the Chicago Bulls win their home opener for the first time since 2021-22, but they have started the year 2-0 for the first time since that same season. PLAYOFFS HERE WE COME! Box Score & Players Grades: Bulls 110, Magic 98 – October 25, 2025 I do not advise anyone to drastically change their views of this team after two games. As I said after Game 1, we are going to need a multi-week sample size before re-evaluating where the organization stands and wh...
Herald Celtics struggling with predictable problem amid 0-2 start Globe From opening tip with ‘Roundball Rock’ on, NBA return to NBC off to a good start Game 3: Celtics-Pistons preview, injury report, notes Braintree’s Nicolas Timberlake taken by Maine Celtics in NBA G League Draft CelticsBlog Three big questions as Celtics look for their first […]
Herald Celtics struggling with predictable problem amid 0-2 start Globe From opening tip with ‘Roundball Rock’ on, NBA return to NBC off to a good start Game 3: Celtics-Pistons preview, injury report, notes Braintree’s Nicolas Timberlake taken by Maine Celtics in NBA G League Draft CelticsBlog Three big questions as Celtics look for their first win in Detroit Are the Celtics now immune to criticism? Celtics need more cowbell NESN Luke Kornet’s Spurs Production Already Has Celtics...
Boston Celtics (0-2) at Detroit Pistons (1-1)Sunday, October 26, 20253:30 PM ETRegular Season Game #3, Road Game #2TV: NBCSB, FDSNDT, NBA-LPRadio: 98.5 Sports Hub, 97.1 The Ticket, SiriusXMLittle Caesars Arena After losses to the Knicks and 76ers, the Celtics look for their first win of the season as they visit the Detroit Pistons. This is […]
This evening’s game at the United Center might, to some, look like just another good test for a young Blackhawks team against a stronger veteran lineup in the Western Conference that many feel could be a contender. But for some others, there’s a bittersweet significance. On Saturday, the Los Angeles Kings activated their captain, future Hall of Fame center , off injured reserve. Which means he’s available for tonight to be the final time he skates against the Blackhawks at the United Cent...
The Knicks (2-0) hit the road for the first time in 2025-26, heading down to South Beach to start a three-game road trip against the Miami Heat (1-1) in a rekindling of a rivalry that, while peaking in the 1990s, still has animosity to this day. The Heat lost in a close, high-scoring battle to […]
Shortly after the Sixers dispatched the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night, backup center Andre Drummond emerged from the home locker room, wearing a T-shirt and his blue game shorts. His 6-year-old son Deion trailed behind. “C’mon, slowpoke,” Drummond said gently. The two of them would appear to be as close as can be, as indicated by a 2021 […]
The Portland Trail Blazers’ first road game of the 2025-2026 season has them facing off against the revamped Los Angeles Clippers. Tipping off tonight at 6pm, the Blazers aspire to take home their second-ever win at the Intuit Dome. The Los Angeles Clippers made numerous notable moves this off-season: Bradley Beal, following his unceremonious buyout […]
Not in the winner’s circle yet. The Brooklyn Nets faced the Cleveland Cavaliers in the home opener on Friday night and almost pulled off a miraculous comeback before ultimately falling short. the opponent today has gotten off to a heck of a start. Optimism in San Antonio is through the roof as the Spurs are […]
Stephon Castle continues to receive notice. He, along with Shai-Gilegous Alexander and Evan Mobely will have gold NBA Logoman patches on their jerseys this year. The Kia trio of NBA of NBA honorees (ROTY, MVP, and DPOY respectively) were recognized by Topps, the collectible card maker. The patches will be worn during games and then […]
Will Adrian Kempe score for the Los Angeles Kings versus the Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday? Stats and trends are provided below, to help you make the right wager before the puck drops at 7:00 PM ET. Adrian Kempe Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Blackhawks Anytime Goal Odds: +160 (Bet $10 to win $16.00 if he scores a goal) Kempe Goals Betting Stats In one game Kempe has played with a set points prop (out of two opportunities), he’s eclipsed the prop total. Kempe has recorded a point in se...
Is Frank Nazar going to score a goal on Sunday, when his Chicago Blackhawks face the Los Angeles Kings at 7:00 PM ET? Stats and trends are provided here, to help you make the right call. Frank Nazar Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Kings Anytime Goal Odds: +270 (Bet $10 to win $27.00 if he scores a goal) Nazar Goals Betting Stats Nazar has eclipsed his points prop bet in every game he’s played with a set points prop (two total opportunities). Through eight games, Nazar has nine points, ...
Will Connor Bedard score for the Chicago Blackhawks versus the Los Angeles Kings, on Sunday at 7:00 PM ET? Stats and info to help you make the right wager are provided in this article. Connor Bedard Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Kings Anytime Goal Odds: +200 (Bet $10 to win $20.00 if he scores a goal) Bedard Goals Betting Stats Out of two opportunities, Bedard has gone over his points prop bet in one game he’s played with a set points prop. Over eight games, Bedard has tallied seven ...