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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 — [...]
The Lakers traded up to add one of the draft's most intriguing athletes.
The FIFA World Cup fever is currently on. Taking place in the USA, Mexico, and Canada, this year’s World Cup games have produced some of the most entertaining and goal-filled matches of all-time. With 2022 World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi starting the campaign on a high note and a hat-trick, fans saw him follow it […]
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Now that the Miami Heat has started to build out after acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo, it seems as if Norman Powell will be a natural cost-cutting loss.
Brad Stevens wasn't giving much away as he was bombarded with questions about Jaylen Brown.
The Oklahoma City Thunder just drafted another potential difference-making starter with the return from the SGA trade.
Right after landing a potential superstar like Caleb Wilson, the Chicago Bulls went outside of the box with their second pick, taking Texas' Dailyn Swain.
The Dallas Mavericks made a questionable lottery choice in Morez Johnson Jr., passing on more dynamic guard prospects in a thin draft window.
Looking at the results of the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft and picking some winners from those early selections.
Usually, we eschew stories about other sports, but this is a pretty funny Phillies connection to be made. The Trail Blazers hired Micah Nori as their next head coach. Does that name sound familiar? Philadelphia truly is the center of the sports universe. On to the links. Phillies news: MLB news:
On Monday, the Spurs issued this press release: “The San Antonio Spurs today announced the expansion of their in-game entertainment lineup with the return of the Silver Dancers for the 2026-27 season. The Silver Dancers will join the Spurs Hype Squad as part of a dynamic entertainment team designed to elevate the game-day experience and […]
The first round of the 2026 NBA draft is now in the books, but all of the talent isn't off the board. Look no further than reigning NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson (33rd pick in 2018) for proof that stars can still be in the second round.
The NBA offseason is in full swing. In the coming days and weeks, fans will witness many blockbuster trades, and some of them will involve three or more teams.
Both days and rounds have come and gone. The 2026 NBA Draft is officially wrapped.
The Miami Heat traded their No. 13 overall pick — plus two other unprotected firsts and four players — for Giannis Antetokounmpo this week. But that will not preclude them from participating in Day 2 of the 2026 NBA Draft, where they own the No. 41 pick. Of the names still available, who are a […]
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Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson never misses a chance to share his opinion about anything basketball. So, unsurprisingly, the Basketball Hall of Famer was back at it again when news broke on Monday that the Milwaukee Bucks had traded two-time NBA Most Valuable Player Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat. As the trade goes, [...]
The reverberation of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s shocking trade to the Miami Heat from the Milwaukee Bucks is being felt even beyond the realm of the basketball world. Milwaukee Brewers star Christian Yelich, for one, offered his opinion on the major NBA swap. Antetokounmpo’s trade was an eye-opener for many fans, showing that no matter how big [...]
Happy Gump Day, everyone. Labaron Philon became Alabama’s first NBA Draft pick since 2023 last night, chosen 22nd overall by the Philadelphia 76ers. Here’s what Philly brass had to say about him. Gansey said Philadelphia had Philon “a lot higher” on its draft board. “I think this is a really deep draft, at least in […]
The Miami Heat find themselves in a very familiar place after gutting the roster for Giannis Antetokounmpo.
This outcome may annoy some Cavs fans, but the team ended up making the right decision during the first round of the NBA Drat.