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3 reasons why LA Lakers are more dangerous than general consensus around Luka Doncic and Co.

The Luka Doncic era at the LA Lakers has officially begun after the guard signed a three-year, $165 million contract extension on Saturday. With the deal sealed, the Lakers will continue to build around Doncic, adding talents in free agency to complement him. Ad With the additions of DeAndre Ayton, Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia

3 players Golden State Warriors should target with Jonathan Kuminga’s contract before 2026 trade deadline

The Golden State Warriors are expected to keep Jonathan Kuminga this offseason, although it's unclear if he'll sign the qualifying offer or a two-year contract. Kuminga has garnered interest from a couple of teams, but they don't have the cap space to sign him away from Golden State. Ad According to ESPN, Kuminga won't accept

3 reasons why Anthony Davis-led Dallas Mavericks could be as good as OKC Thunder

It didn't take long before the basketball gods rewarded the Dallas Mavericks. Right after trading Luka Doncic to the LA Lakers, they got the No. 1 pick through the lottery and, with it, an opportunity to land another generational talent. Ad Notably, they already had two former No. 1 selections on their team. And even

Tweaker hitmaker LiAngelo Ball tells the real reason why he quit NBA dreams to pursue rap success:  “I was earning $3,000 as a grown...

It's been years since the Ball brothers have been in the NBA. First, it was Lonzo, who was a projected superstar and the No. 2 pick to the LA Lakers in 2017. Then, the Charlotte Hornets took LaMelo Ball No. 3 in the 2020 NBA draft. However, LiAngelo, the middle brother, didn't find the same

NBA insider urges Philadelphia 76ers to trade Joel Embiid as questions emerge about his love of basketball: “Hit the reset button”

The Philadelphia 76ers were one of the most promising teams last season, but multiple injuries derailed their aspirations. At least, they got the No. 3 pick and, with it, a potential superstar in VJ Edgecombe. Ad They already had a budding star in Tyrese Maxey, and Jared McCain looked the part before his season-ending injury.

“He will get $30 million plus” – NBA executive makes stunning prediction about Austin Reaves’ future with free agency decision looming

LA Lakers guard Austin Reaves has had an interesting journey to the top. An undrafted prospect in the 2021 NBA draft, Reaves signed a two-year contract with the Lakers and hasn't looked back since. However, his future is shrouded in mystery with a free agency decision looming. Ad According to a report from ESPN, an

Why retiring as a Laker is the most realistic outcome for LeBron James

Over the past couple of weeks, LeBron James' future with the Los Angeles Lakers has been one of the biggest talking points around the NBA and sports circles. Ad Not having him signed for another year raised questions about whether he wanted to leave, especially after his agent, Rich Paul, talked about his desire to

3 reasons why Lakers should be open to a Jonathan Kuminga trade for LeBron James

The Golden State Warriors are at an impasse with their forward Jonathan Kuminga over a contract extension. Still a free agent at the time of writing, the Congolese has been offered a contract by the Warriors but remains undecided about rejoining them for the season. Ad Despite their differences, Tim Kawakami reports that Warriors owner

“Because he didn’t trade him”: Warriors fans in shambles as Draymond Green calls Mike Dunleavy Jr. “amazing” amid dead silent offseason 

Draymond Green defended "amazing" Mike Dunleavy Jr. from critics amid the Warriors' General Manager staying put this offseason. The Warriors have stayed out because of Jonathan Kuminga's restricted free agency, reportedly standing their ground on multiple fronts. Ad Golden State's been unwilling to match Kuminga's sky-high asking price. The Warriors are only willing to offer

“Learned that from Dennis Schroder”: Jeff Teague reveals real reason why Nikola Jokic and Europeans are emotionless when winning in NBA 

Jeff Teague recently addressed the perception that international players, particularly those from Europe, don’t display much emotion when winning in the NBA. Teague shared an insight he learnt from Dennis Schroder, which also applies to the likes of Nikola Jokic and Luka Doncic. Ad Speaking on an episode of the "Club 520 Podcast", Teague pointed

“The structure is not the same” – D’Angelo Russell takes brutal dig at Lakers in candid public statement

D'Angelo Russell seemingly took a massive shot at the LA Lakers during a recent public appearance. Russell has had two stints with the Lakers, which both ended via trade to the Brooklyn Nets in 2027 and back in February. He's going to play for the Dallas Mavericks next season after signing a two-year contract. Ad

“Never change” – Collin Murray-Boyles showers GF Chloe Kitts with love on her 21st as Aliyah Boston & other SC stars chime in on...

Collin Murray-Boyles' girlfriend and South Carolina forward Chloe Kitts celebrated her 21st birthday on Tuesday. Wishes poured in for the forward from her boyfriend and former Gamecocks stars. Ad Murray-Boyles put up an endearing post on his Instagram story. He posted a picture of the couple sharing a happy moment during Murray-Boyles' draft night. However
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The countdown to the season's final Major, the US Open 2025, is on. The tournament will kick off on Sunday, August 24, and wrap up a fortnight later on Sunday, September 7. Fans flock to Flushing Meadows in droves to watch their favorite players in action. Ad While the tournament has dealt with its fair

“It was a life lesson” – When Chris Evert made honest admission about ‘uncomfortable’ US Open experience with transgender player Renee Richards

Chris Evert once shed light on her feelings about sharing a locker room with transgender player Renee Richards at the US Open. Richards, who was born Richard Raskind, had captained the Yale men's tennis team and reached the semifinals of the US Men's 35 Championships before undergoing a sex-change operation in 1975. Ad After Richards'

“Leave these pretty girls alone”: Paul Pierce advises men to choose substance over looks in women

Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce kept it real on Tuesday when he shared advice for men. Staying true to his nickname, “The Truth,” Pierce urged men to prioritize substance over looks when choosing women. Ad Pierce’s advice came during a conversation with his co-host, Azar Farideh, on an episode of his podcast, "Truth After Dark,"