Tag: NBA
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: “I want to come out the West and I want to win...
Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander thought Tuesday’s 118-104 NBA Cup quarter-final home win vs. the Dallas Mavericks was a good challenge to see...
Tyrese Haliburton: I think there’s more full-court denial on me than I’ve ever seen
Here’s Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton on how teams are defending him differently this season. (via Indiana Pacers): “I think there’s more full-court denial than I’ve...
NBA, FIBA discuss new European league competition
The NBA and FIBA are currently in discussions about launching a new league in Europe aimed at competing with the established Euroleague and other...
Chris Paul: “It’s been different points in my career where I’m sure I’ve been...
San Antonio Spurs point guard Chris Paul showed appreciation for Hall of Famer John Stockton barely missing any games/thanked his support system following becoming...
Stricter CBA reshapes NBA trade deadline dynamics
The NBA's trade deadline could feature less activity this year due to multiple factors shaping the league's landscape. A stricter collective bargaining agreement has...
NBA resumes China preseason games with Nets vs Suns in Macao
According to ESPN’s Shams Charania and Brian Windhorst, the NBA is returning to China for the first time since 2019. The Brooklyn Nets and...
Quin Snyder: Zaccharie Risacher has a mental toughness that’s unique for someone his age
Here’s Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder on Zaccharie Risacher’s strong mental toughness for a 19-year-old NBA rookie/how his teammates are helping him stay...
Famous EU Basketball players in the NBA in 2023/2024
The NBA has always been a global league, and over the years, European basketball players have made a significant impact, adding a unique flair...
NBA rights costly despite declining viewership ratings
The NBA’s new media rights deals, valued at $76 billion over 11 years, are set to triple the league's annual revenue compared to the...
From Slump to Comeback: NBA Players Working Through a Slow Start
The NBA season is a marathon, not a sprint, filled with challenges and opportunities. Overcoming a slow start is crucial for teams and players...
2024-25 NBA Early Season Observations
My early observations of all 30 NBA teams so far. Atlanta Hawks With veterans like Dejounte Murray & Saddiq Bey now gone/Trae Young, Clint Capela, Bogdan...
Ja’Kobe Walter: “The only way to be good in the NBA is you gotta...
Here’s Toronto Raptors rookie Ja’Kobe Walter on what he's learned about the league so far (averaging 6.0 PPG/4.0 RPG/1.4 APG/0.7 TOV in 7 games). (via...
Tyrese Martin: “I wasn’t in the league last year”
Here’s Brooklyn Nets two-way guard Tyrese Martin on where his confidence is coming from after Wednesday’s 127-117 road win vs. the Phoenix Suns (30...
Terry Rozier on Damian Lillard: He’s probably a top two, top three best shooter...
Here’s Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier on the lights out shooting ability of 8x All-Star Damian Lillard after last night’s 106-103 NBA Cup home...
NBA may restructure conferences amid expansion
The NBA continues to grapple with a significant imbalance in the quality of teams between the Western and Eastern Conferences. As the league gears...