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“It’s a long f**king series” – When Jalen Brunson warned Tyrese Haliburton against trash-talking in Game 4 of 2024 East semis

With the New York Knicks' win over the Boston Celtics on Friday, the stage has been set for a rematch against Tyrese Haliburton and the Indiana Pacers. Last season, the two teams collided in the second round of the playoffs, with Haliburton and the Pacers winning a seven-game series as Tom Thibodeau's Knicks battled through

Rudy Gobert releases first statement responding to reports of his split with pregnant girlfriend

Rudy Gobert reportedly broke up with his pregnant girlfriend, Julia Bonilla, around the beginning of the Minnesota Timberwolves' 2025 playoff run. As reported by TMZ, their relationship took a turn when Bonilla told Gobert she was pregnant with their second child, and the Timberwolves star asked Bonilla to move out with their one-year-old son, Romeo.

NBA Trade Rumors: Mock deal sees Warriors land $30.7M floor-spacing center, reuniting Marcus Smart and Celtics

According to NBA trade rumors, the Warriors want to add a center, and Celtics' big man, Kristaps Porzingis, could be an ideal fit. With Boston staring at a $500 million payroll next season (including taxes), should it retain its core, the league-wide expectation is that the 18-time NBA champions will move on from Porzingis, among

NBA Trade Rumors: LaMelo Ball LA homecoming prediction at Dylan Harper’s expense prompts blunt Ron Harper response

LaMelo Ball could be on the move based on what happens at the beginning of the NBA Draft. Rutgers star Dylan Harper is one of the best players in this class. The 6-foot-6 guard impressed during his freshman season and will be the second of former Chicago Bulls legend Ron Harper's sons to find their

ESPN analyst faces excruciatingly awkward moment as Knicks fans bombard him after Celtics’ ousting

The New York Knicks punched their ticket to the Eastern Conference Finals on Friday night with a 119-81 win over the Boston Celtics at home in Game 6. It is the first time since 2000 that the Knicks have been to a Conference Finals, and the city reveled in their win. One fan even caught

Lakers Trade Rumors: Trae Young’s former teammate a “stopgap” free agent center option

The LA Lakers lost their first-round series to the Minnesota Timberwolves largely due to two factors. Their starters logged heavy minutes and were exhausted at the end of games and Los Angeles lacked the size necessary to deal with players like Rudy Gobert and Julius Randle down low. As they prepare for the offseason to

“You been soft” – Jalen Brunson and Tyrese Haliburton’s verbal altercation in WWE catches steam ahead of ECF showdown

Jalen Brunson and Tyrese Haliburton's WWE moment last year has been catching steam ahead of their upcoming Eastern Conference finals clash. Ad During a SmackDown moment between Logan Paul and LA Knight at Madison Square Garden in June, Brunson and Haliburton carried their NBA rivalry to the WWE realm. After Knight claimed victory in the

“Pacers gonna pop y’all”: NBA legend predicts Knicks’ downfall in ECF after win over injury-riddled Celtics

On Friday, NBA legend Paul Pierce was seen predicting the Knicks' downfall after they eliminated an injury-riddled Celtics team. The New York franchise defeated the reigning champions in six games to reach the Eastern Conference Finals, where they will face the Indiana Pacers. Pierce was seen sending a warning shot to the Knicks after the

NBA fans react to concerns around Stephon Castle’s shooting: “Weak rookie class”

NBA fans are buzzing about San Antonio Spurs rookie Stephon Castle's shooting woes. Castle, the fourth pick in the 2024 NBA draft, showed flashes of brilliance, but his outside shooting has raised concerns. Ad Those concerns were shared by unnamed NBA executives, according to a Friday report by The Athletic's Sam Vecenie. A concern that

“Have to respect delusion to this extent”: Kendrick Perkins mercilessly trolled for claiming he would shut down Nikola Jokic 

Every so often, Kendrick Perkins talks about his playing days when he offers his basketball takes on ESPN. On Friday, he dropped a nugget that did not go over well with fans online. Ad During the latest episode of "NBA Countdown," anchor Malika Andrews prodded Perkins, saying that he "wouldn't have wanted to face [Nikola]

Steve Kerr makes major claim about Jonathan Kuminga’s future role on Warriors

One of the biggest concerns for the Golden State Warriors this summer is the future of Jonathan Kuminga. With an expiring deal, he's set to be a restricted free agent this summer. Additionally, the Warriors might not have the luxury to offer him a desirable contract since he increased his value during the 2025 NBA

“Jayson Tatum to Mavs confirmed” – NBA fans spiral as Cooper Flagg draws attention from Celtics at draft combine

As the 2025 NBA Draft draws nearer, all eyes are on Cooper Flagg and which team will end up signing him. After the Dallas Mavericks defied the odds and won the draft lottery, analysts have wondered whether Flagg will be a part of their long-term plans or end up as a key piece in a
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Tyrese Haliburton’s girlfriend Jade Jones gives fans peek into her girls’ getaway with mirror selfie from Miami

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton is leading the team’s quest for a first championship. Absent in Game 5 on Thursday against the New York Knicks was his girlfriend Jade Jones, who took a vacation to Miami for a friend’s bachelorette party. Ad Jones shared moments of the trip on her Instagram stories on Friday. In

“It was hard to break my stereotype of you even”: Dwyane Wade’s daughter, Zaya, details struggles opening up about trans experience

Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade invited his daughter, Zaya Wade, on his podcast "Time Out." She was featured on the show on Thursday, which was also her 18th birthday. Having come out publicly at the age of 12, Wade's daughter has had to navigate much hatred on social media. Ad Dwyane Wade showed support for

Luka Doncic quips about his father’s Euroleague stint while highlighting Sasa Doncic’s impact on his basketball journey: “He was okay”

Every great athlete starts somewhere, and for LA Lakers superstar Luka Doncic, his journey began under his father's guidance. Doncic is a special guest on a special "Mind the Game" episode, to be released on Sunday. A teaser for the guest episode was posted on X, where Doncic and Steve Nash talked about the former's

“I know he’s in doggy heaven” – Klay Thompson shares touching tribute for deceased loved one, Rocco

Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson has many close friends around the NBA, but the four-time champion lost one of his closest companions on Friday. Thompson's dog, Rocco, passed away on Saturday, and his owner took to Instagram to pay tribute to his pet and share his memories with fans. Ad Thompson and Rocco were an