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“I’m going to get blamed for the tariffs now” – CJ McCollum drops hilarious first comment on Washington move post Pelicans’ blockbuster trade

On Tuesday, the New Orleans Pelicans traded CJ McCollum to the Washington Wizards for guard Jordan Poole. Along with McCollum, the Pelicans are sending Kelly Olynyk and a future second-round pick. The Wizards are also trading Saddiq Bey and the 40th pick of the 2025 NBA draft. ESPN's Shams Charania broke the news on X.

“He’s a freak of nature” – Ex-NBA champ claims Cooper Flagg has same ceiling as LeBron James with one big ‘if’

Boston Celtics cult hero Brian Scalabrine shared his evaluation of the projected No.1 pick Cooper Flagg on Tuesday comparing his potential to that of LeBron James. Scalabrine, who observed the growth of Flagg while training him since his early teens, believes that he has the same mentality and skills as a young LeBron. With such

Victor Wembanyama reveals massive weight gain for sturdier frame amid DVT recovery

Since his rookie season, Victor Wembanyama has been more than what he was expected to deliver on the court. Despite his relatively lean frame, the San Antonio Spurs star has dominated on both ends, specifically defensively. Ad Although it has been a hard catch for the naked eye, Wembanyama has put on some weight in

NBA Trade Rumors: Lakers inquire about Heat’s 6-foot-7 natural wing defender as potential fit alongside Luka Doncic & LeBron James

After a first-round exit from the playoffs, the LA Lakers are looking to bolster their roster for the season ahead. While the team's primary focus will be on acquiring a starting center, the team has also reportedly inquired about Andrew Wiggins' availability. Lakers beat writer Anthony Irwin broke the news on Tuesday, indicating that the

“Can give him the whole blueprint” – LeBron James explains why Cooper Flagg will succeed alongside Anthony Davis on new-look Mavs

LA Lakers star LeBron James knows a thing or two about being the top prospect in the nation. He sat down with Steve Nash on Tuesday's episode of his podcast, "Mind The Game," to talk about projected No.1 pick Cooper Flagg. LeBron praised the former Duke star for his versatility and skill. He also asserted

Liam McNeeley 2025 NBA Draft scouting report: What is the U-Conn Men’s basketball sharpshooter’s floor and ceiling? 

Regardless of what trends and tactics shape a given era of NBA basketball, it’s hard to imagine shooting falling out of favor. NBA teams reflect this every June, where we see them prioritize shotmaking and floor-spacing in the draft. For a 2025 class full of elite shooting talents, twe should see the same trend. UConn

Premier orthopedic expert ranks Jayson Tatum’s injury as most concerning after Tyrese Haliburton’s setback

With Tyrese Haliburton also sustaining an Achilles tear, yet another All-Star-caliber player will be forced to watch the next NBA season from the sidelines. This was the third Achilles tear in this postseason alone, and the seventh overall. Given the timeline, it's hard to believe any of these players will be able to suit up

Doctors on Tyrese Haliburton’s Achilles injury, limits of the human body, and possible solutions (EXCLUSIVE)

Ideally, the setting would have simply featured a high-stakes playoff game with the NBA’s best players showcasing their greatness. Ad Instead, pain, heartbreak and uncertainty awaited. In Game 7 of the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton ruptured his right Achilles tendon. Ironically, Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard ruptured

“Mommy skin goes through it”: Ayesha Curry opens up about hormonal acne battle after baby Cai, shares real progress with Sweet July Skin

Established in 2019, Ayesha Curry's skin care line, "Sweet July," has quickly garnered immense popularity. Using a combination of modern formulas and Caribbean superfoods, the product has redefined skincare. With its rising vogue, Curry recently opened up about her battle with hormonal acne after baby Cai and shared real-time progress with her followers. In a

“They’re desperate af”: Fans react to Knicks’ surprise interview with Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori for head coach job

It's been a couple of weeks since the New York Knicks made the shocking decision to fire coach Tom Thibodeau. They lost to the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals and pulled the plug on him after five seasons. The Knicks have had some trouble finding a suitable replacement for Thibodeau. According to Shams

James Harden accused of alleged negligence in shocking sexual assault lawsuit involving nephew

LA Clippers guard James Harden has been named in a civil lawsuit filed in Texas, as reported by The Athletic on Tuesday. The complaint accuses Harden’s nephew, Justice Armani Blackburn, of sexual assault. The former NBA MVP has been accused of negligence. Ad The lawsuit, obtained by The Athletic, suggests that the alleged crimes occurred

Drake sends love to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as OKC star caps greatest Canadian season ever with Finals MVP

OKC star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander received love from fellow Canadian Drake after his NBA championship win with the Thunder on Sunday. His title win, along with his MVP award, the scoring title and the Finals MVP recognition, capped off the greatest Canadian season ever. This sensational campaign earned him a heartfelt message from Drake. Sharing a
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“Going to get burnt”: John Salley gets honest about Michael Jordan’s son’s inescapable public scrutiny

Four-time NBA Champion John Salley believes that Michael Jordan’s son, Marcus Jordan, was bound to get in trouble at some point because of the burden of expectations on him. Salley said that Jordan’s celebrated career has always put a magnifying glass on Marcus' life. So anything he does that is slightly off track is instantly

Mychal Thompson predicts LeBron James’ Lakers future: “I would be shocked”

Two-time NBA champion Mychal Thompson predicted LeBron James' future with the Lakers as he exercised his $52.6 million player option on Monday. The former MVP has been LA's star man for the past few seasons and is expected to lead the team alongside Luka Doncic. Ad In an exclusive interview with Sportskeeda, Thompson discussed his

Serena Williams’ ex-coach Rennae Stubbs responds as trolls target her after Wimbledon favorite pick Jack Draper loses in 2R

Serena Williams' ex-coach Rennae Stubbs reacted to the trolls targeting her for a bold Wimbledon 2025 prediction for Jack Draper. Her response came after the fourth seed's second-round loss to Marin Cilic on Thursday, July 3. Ad Coming from a first-round victory over Sebastian Baez, Draper lost his second match in four sets. Cilic was

Wimbledon 2025 Schedule Day 6: Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner & others in action – TV schedule, start time, order of play, and live streaming...

Day 6 (Saturday, July 5) of Wimbledon 2025 will mark the conclusion of the third round. Novak Djokovic's quest for a 25th Major title will continue against compatriot Miomir Kecmanovic, while World No. 1 Jannik Sinner will face Pedro Martinez. Ad Iga Swiatek will renew her rivalry against Danielle Collins. The latter won their most