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Knicks Bulletin: ‘Let’s go MO’

Day one of the NBA Draft is in the books… …and oh, shocker, there was a trade down completed by the Knickerbockers! Here’s the latest batch of quotes in what is likely going to become a dying Bulletin, at least throughout the dry summer. Josh Hart On the meaning of New York to the NBA […]

Warriors Get Notable Yaxel Lendeborg Update After NBA Draft

The Golden State Warriors made Yaxel Lendeborg the 11th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday night, and the Michigan forward wasted no time making his presence felt in the organization. His jersey number has already been confirmed.Lendeborg will wear No. 1 for Golden State.No. 1 was last worn by Jonathan Kuminga before […] The post Warriors Get Notable Yaxel Lendeborg Update After NBA Draft appeared first on HEAVY .

Heat’s Giannis shares wholesome moment with Breanna Stewart after trade

Miami Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo did not need long to pop up in public after the biggest move of his career, and the setting was a perfect one. A day after being traded from the Milwaukee Bucks to Miami in a blockbuster deal, Antetokounmpo turned up at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas for Tuesday’s matchup […] The post Heat’s Giannis shares wholesome moment with Breanna Stewart after trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Orange Cassidy Says It Was Tony Khan’s Idea For Him To Properly Wrestle For The First Time Against PAC On PPV

Orange Cassidy recalls Tony Khan wanting him to wrestle for the first time against PAC on pay-per-view in 2020. At AEW Revolution in 2020, AEW fans would see Orange Cassidy ‘try’ for the first time in his AEW career as he took on PAC in singles action. Up until that point, fans had not seen … The post Orange Cassidy Says It Was Tony Khan’s Idea For Him To Properly Wrestle For The First Time Against PAC On PPV appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

Grizzlies makes NBA Draft history after 2 trades

The Memphis Grizzlies turned the middle of the first round into their own trade desk on Tuesday night, and they walked away having made history. Holding the No. 16 pick, Memphis moved back twice in a matter of minutes. First, the Grizzlies sent the pick to Oklahoma City for No. 17 and two second-round picks. […] The post Grizzlies makes NBA Draft history after 2 trades appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Milwaukee Bucks bet big on Nate Ament for the 13th pick as new era takes shape after Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Milwaukee Bucks have officially begun a rebuilding phase following the trade that sent Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat. Armed with the No. 10 and No. 13 selections in the 2026 NBA Draft, Milwaukee brought in two young talents it hopes can help shape the franchise’s future. Using the 10th selection, Milwaukee secured guard [...]

Grading the Suns’ move up for Koa Peat

The first night of the NBA Draft is in the books, and for much of the evening, it felt uneventful. There were no trades involving draft picks during the first 15 selections. The board was, for the most part, chalk. The only time I felt a pulse was when Morez Johnson, Jr. jumped the board […]

LSU News, June 24: Tigers’ Softball gets great portal news

Welcome to Tiger Tales, a daily roundup of LSU and college sports news! Former LSU Tiger Sam Burns finishes runner-up at U.S. Open Unfortunate for the former Tiger. LSU softball star returns to LSU after entering transfer portal Always great to see a player come back. Four LSU Tigers Newcomers Who Will Define Will Wade’s […]

Why it’s past time to move on from Las Vegas Aces head coach Becky Hammon’s comments about the New York Knicks’ Jalen Brunson

There are hundreds of thousands of basketball takes that can be heard and seen all day, every day, from television shows to podcasts and even short-form content on social media. Most takes are doom-scrolling noise at best and toxic click-bait at worst. Some are legitimate analysis that can either be right or wrong. Las Vegas […]

New York Knicks’ Second Draft Day Plan Revealed After Latest Trade Buzz

The confetti from their first championship in 53 years has barely settled, and the New York Knicks are already playing chess while others play checkers. Leon Rose’s front office has not slowed down one bit since the title.After a wild first night that saw them flip the No. 24 pick through three separate trades, New […] The post New York Knicks’ Second Draft Day Plan Revealed After Latest Trade Buzz appeared first on HEAVY .

Warriors Get Notable Trade Update After Selecting Yaxel Lendeborg

The Golden State Warriors selected Yaxel Lendeborg with the 11th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday night, but the path to that pick was not straightforward. Golden State had been actively exploring the trade market for Trey Murphy III. ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel reported that the Warriors’ pursuit had gained momentum in the […] The post Warriors Get Notable Trade Update After Selecting Yaxel Lendeborg appeared first on HEAVY .

Lakers Draftee Cameron Carr Takes Brutal Shot at Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: “Ain’t Dealing With the Flopping”

Love him or hate him, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has become one of the most polarizing superstars in the league. The man just won back-to-back MVP awards, only the fifth guard in NBA history to do that, joining a list that includes Stephen Curry and Michael Jordan- and he still can’t escape the flopping conversation. At the […] The post Lakers Draftee Cameron Carr Takes Brutal Shot at Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: “Ain’t Dealing With the Flopping” appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. Explains His Animated Interaction With Owner Before Drafting Yaxel Lendeborg

The Golden State Warriors were already under pressure to select the right lottery pick with their #11 selection. With Brayden Burries, their top target, a 39% three-point shooter and ideal fit alongside Stephen Curry, gone at No. 10 to Milwaukee, and a trade of the pick failing to materialize, the front office walked into their […] The post Warriors GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. Explains His Animated Interaction With Owner Before Drafting Yaxel Lendeborg appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Thunder Draftee Aday Mara Sets Expectations Clear as the “Wemby Stopper” After Chet Holmgren’s Playoffs Failure

To ensure they do not fall short against Victor Wembanyama’s towering presence again, the Oklahoma City Thunder made sure to find their answer. By selecting Michigan product Aday Mara with the No. 12 pick on Tuesday, they have acquired a player who could become a major thorn in the San Antonio Spurs’ side. Potentially being […] The post Thunder Draftee Aday Mara Sets Expectations Clear as the “Wemby Stopper” After Chet Holmgren’s Playoffs Failure appeared first on EssentiallySports .

“I Used to Hate Steph Curry”: Yaxel Lendeborg Makes Honest Confession After Getting Drafted by Warriors

There was no shortage of confidence in the 2026 NBA draft. Aside from Caleb Wilson subtly challenging MJ’s throne after the Chicago Bulls picked him, Yaxel Lendeborg, the No. 11 pick, just told the Golden State Warriors that he used to hate their cornerstone! But honestly, that’s what makes him a great addition. While rookies […] The post “I Used to Hate Steph Curry”: Yaxel Lendeborg Makes Honest Confession After Getting Drafted by Warriors appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Adam Silver Faces Embarrassing On-Stage Moment While NBA Draft Tradition Draws Fresh Backlash

The first round of the 2026 NBA draft was wrapped with lingering frustration for basketball fans. Not about missed picks and overrated selections. For decades, fans have been outraged that NBA rules ruined photographs of the biggest moment of a young athlete’s career. On a night when Adam Silver had a quick cover-up to get […] The post Adam Silver Faces Embarrassing On-Stage Moment While NBA Draft Tradition Draws Fresh Backlash appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Milwaukee Bucks begin post-Giannis Antetokounmpo era by selecting Arizona standout Brayden Burries at No. 10

The Milwaukee Bucks are turning the page to a new chapter after the franchise sent Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat. Holding the 10th and 13th picks in the 2026 NBA Draft, Milwaukee selected two young prospects it hopes can become key pieces in the team’s future plans. Welcome to Milwaukee, Brayden Burries! pic.twitter.com/WFT3U5XJYU — [...]