Category: Basketball

Elton Brand Out as 76ers GM Amid Front Office Overhaul

Brandon King

The Philadelphia 76ers’ front-office transformation continues. According to reports, Elton Brand will not return as the team’s General Manager and is currently working through a new role within Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, the parent company of the franchise. Brand, who has been a fixture in Philadelphia’s front office since 2016 and served as General Manager since 2018, reportedly chose not to interview for the organization’s vacant President of Basketball Operations position following the departure of Daryl Morey. Despite the ongoing changes, sources indicate Brand has remained actively involved in…

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Lakers Linked to Domantas Sabonis as Kings Reportedly Prepare for Major Changes

Brandon King

The Los Angeles Lakers could have an opportunity to pursue one of the NBA’s premier big men this offseason. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, rival executives around the league expect the Sacramento Kings to make three-time All-Star Domantas Sabonis available in trade discussions as the franchise evaluates its future following a disappointing season. For the Lakers, the possibility is intriguing. Since acquiring Luka Dončić, Los Angeles has been searching for the right frontcourt partner to maximize the superstar guard’s playmaking abilities. Sabonis, one of the league’s most skilled passing…

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Chicago Bulls Legend and Beloved Broadcaster Stacey King Passes Away at 59

Brandon King

The basketball world is mourning the loss of former Chicago Bulls champion and longtime broadcaster Stacey King, who passed away Sunday at the age of 59. The announcement was made by the Chicago Bulls, sending shockwaves through the NBA community and among generations of Bulls fans.   Selected sixth overall in the 1989 NBA Draft out of University of Oklahoma, King spent eight seasons in the NBA and was a member of the Bulls’ first three championship teams from 1991-93 alongside Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen.   While his playing…

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Lakers Name Yao Williams II Vice President and Head of Global Partnerships

Brandon King

The Los Angeles Lakers continue to reshape their organization, this time with a significant addition on the business side of the franchise. The Lakers have officially named Yao Williams II as the organization’s new Vice President and Head of Global Partnerships, further strengthening the team’s executive leadership group as it looks to expand its worldwide reach and commercial footprint. In his new role, Williams will be responsible for leading the Lakers’ global partnership strategy, overseeing corporate sponsorships, brand collaborations, and business development initiatives designed to grow the franchise’s presence both…

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Report: Warriors Expected To Pursue LeBron James; Steph Curry Reportedly Set To Help Recruit Him To Golden State

Brandon King

Could one of the NBA’s most talked-about pairings finally become reality? According to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, the Golden State Warriors are preparing to pursue LeBron James this offseason, with Stephen Curry expected to play a direct role in recruiting the future Hall of Famer. The fact that Curry is reportedly ready to recruit LeBron to the Bay Area seemingly flies in the face of comments he made just a few years ago when Curry seemed dismissive of playing with the 4-time MVP. Per Siegel, league sources indicate Golden State…

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Knicks Hang On, Edge Spurs 105-104 to Take 2-0 NBA Finals Lead

Brandon King

The New York Knicks are heading home with all the momentum. After building a comfortable lead for much of the night, the Knicks were forced to withstand a furious late rally from the San Antonio Spurs before escaping with a 105-104 victory in Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Jalen Brunson was clutch once more, hitting a go-ahead free throw with less than ten seconds left , following a mistimed turnover from Victor Wembanyama. Unfortunately for the Spurs , when the opportunity for redemption came Wembanyama was unable to answer…

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Former Alabama State Players Ruled Permanently Ineligible in Gambling Scandal

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The NCAA has permanently ruled four former Alabama State players ineligible after determining they accepted money from gamblers to influence the outcome of a game during the 2024-25 season. Among those sanctioned is Amarr Knox, the hero of Alabama State’s historic first NCAA Tournament victory, along with teammates Shawn Fulcher, Corey Hines, and Tony Madlock. According to the NCAA, the four players accepted a combined $2,000 from gamblers in an effort to manipulate the outcome of the Hornets’ December 5, 2024 matchup against Southern Miss. The NCAA’s investigation concluded that…

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Fan Arrested, Banned For Life After Running Onto Court During NBA Finals Game 1

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A fan’s attempt to create a viral moment during Game 1 of the NBA Finals has resulted in serious consequences. The NBA confirmed that the individual who ran onto the court during the fourth quarter of the New York Knicks’ 105-95 victory over the San Antonio Spurs has been arrested and banned for life from all NBA arenas. The league also announced that a second individual involved in the incident has received a lifetime ban as well. The disruption occurred late in Game 1 when the fan bypassed security and…

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Knicks Rally Past Spurs, 105-95, to Take Game 1 of NBA Finals

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Image via Olympics.com The New York Knicks showed resilience on the biggest stage Wednesday night, overcoming a 14-point second-half deficit to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 and seize a 1-0 lead in the NBA Finals. Although he shot just 12-31 from the floor to score his team leading 30 points, Jalen Brunson scored 13 points in the game’s final frame, including multiple pivotal baskets, one of which, a falling basket scored with 38 seconds left, sealed the Spurs fate.  “He’s a gamer, man,” Knicks coach Mike Brown said. “In the biggest moments, he…

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