Category: Basketball

Caitlin Clark Leads Indiana Fever Past Atlanta Dream in Overtime Thriller

Brandon King

POSTGAME NOTESBOX SCORE The Indiana Fever (23-12) held off the Atlanta Dream for a thrilling 95-91 overtime victory at State Farm Arena on Sunday night, earning a critical road win as the team continues its push toward securing a postseason berth. Led by 26 points from Caitlin Clark, the Fever also received 20 points apiece from Kelsey Mitchell and Makayla Timpson, while Aliyah Boston added 18 points. The victory gives Indiana its second win over Atlanta this season and evens the regular-season series between the two teams at 2-2. With…

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Brandon Clarke’s Estate Will Receive Full $12.5 Million Remaining on NBA Contract

Brandon King

The family of late Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke will receive the full $12.5 million remaining on his NBA contract through a life insurance policy, according to Kevin O’Connor. The update corrects an earlier report that incorrectly claimed Clarke’s estate would not receive the remaining money after his passing. Clarke’s contract was fully protected, with a life insurance policy ensuring his family receives the full value of the deal. Clarke’s agent, Mark Bartelstein, pushed back against the inaccurate report, saying it created unnecessary confusion during an already difficult time for…

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Enes Freedom Says WNBA Players’ Support for Trans Athletes Inspired His Draft Declaration

Brandon King

Former NBA center Enes Freedom says his decision to declare for the WNBA was inspired by comments he heard from league personnel supporting transgender athlete participation in women’s sports. Speaking about the backlash he has received since announcing his intentions, Freedom explained that a postgame interview sparked his decision. “I’m on my couch, watching the WNBA and the post-game interviews. One of the players came out and said, ‘I welcome trans athletes on my team any day and every day.’ And even said, ‘There’s no problem with me going against…

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Kevin Garnett Finally Gets His Flowers

Brandon King

MINNEAPOLIS — One of the greatest players in Minnesota Timberwolves history is finally receiving the honor many fans have been waiting for. According to @DaneMooreNBA, the Timberwolves plan to retire Kevin Garnett’s No. 21 jersey on February 28 when they host the Boston Celtics. The ceremony will celebrate the Hall of Famer whose impact on the franchise helped define an era of Timberwolves basketball. Garnett spent 14 seasons with Minnesota across two stints, captured the 2004 NBA MVP award, led the franchise to its first Western Conference Finals appearance, and…

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Ice Cube Already Has Russell Westbrook in His Sights for the BIG3

Brandon King

Russell Westbrook may be done with the NBA, but that doesn’t mean fans have seen the last of Brodie on the basketball court. BIG3 founder Ice Cube is already showing interest in bringing Westbrook to the 3-on-3 league, saying he believes fans would still love to watch the former MVP compete. And honestly? It makes a lot of sense. Westbrook remains one of the most recognizable and entertaining players of his generation. From his relentless athleticism and intensity to his historic triple-double numbers, he built a fanbase that has followed…

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Cavaliers Trade Dennis Schröder to Hornets for Tre Mann

Brandon King

The Cleveland Cavaliers have agreed to trade veteran guard Dennis Schröder and cash considerations to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for guard Tre Mann, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The move gives Cleveland a younger backcourt option in the 25-year-old Mann while also creating additional financial flexibility. Mann, the No. 18 overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, has shown flashes of scoring ability during his time with the Oklahoma City Thunder and Charlotte Hornets. For the Hornets, the acquisition of Schröder adds an experienced veteran point guard who can…

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Satou Sabally Steps Away From Liberty to Focus on Concussion Recovery

Brandon King

New York Liberty forward Satou Sabally is stepping away from the team as she continues recovering from the concussion she suffered on June 23, head coach Chris DeMarco announced Thursday. Although Sabally has officially cleared the WNBA’s concussion protocol, she said she is still experiencing lingering effects from the injury. DeMarco emphasized that the organization’s priority is ensuring the veteran forward returns only when she feels fully healthy, especially after sustaining her second significant head injury within the past year. “Health will always be the focus,” DeMarco said, adding that…

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Bradley Beal Returns to Clippers on Two-Year, $13.2 Million Deal

Brandon King

The Los Angeles Clippers are bringing back veteran guard Bradley Beal after agreeing to a two-year, $13.2 million contract that includes a player option for the second season, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, citing Beal’s agent, Mark Bartelstein of Priority Sports. Beal declined his previous $5.6 million player option earlier in free agency, allowing both sides to explore a new agreement that ultimately gives the three-time NBA All-Star a significant raise while keeping him in Los Angeles. The new deal also preserves flexibility for both Beal and the Clippers moving…

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WNBA Task Force Discusses Transgender Athlete Eligibility, Reaches No Decision

Brandon King

The WNBA’s task force of team presidents and general managers met Wednesday to discuss transgender athlete participation but did not adopt any new eligibility rules, leaving the league’s current policy unchanged. Following the meeting, the league released a statement emphasizing that the discussions extended beyond eligibility and also addressed the growing level of online abuse directed at WNBA players. “Today’s meeting covered a wide range of topics, including ongoing discussions on transgender athletes and the continued hate and vitriol directed at players online. We will continue to engage all league…

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AWS NBA Rivals Week: Breaking Down All 12 Matchups

Brandon King

The NBA is leaning heavily into star power, playoff history and emerging rivalries for AWS NBA Rivals Week, with 12 nationally televised games spread across five days from Jan. 26-30. From Texas bragging rights to heavyweight Western Conference clashes and a Saturday quadruple-header, here’s a closer look at the matchups that will headline the week. Tuesday, January 26 Rockets vs. Spurs — 8 p.m. ET Rivals Week opens with a battle for Texas between the Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs. The matchup carries plenty of intrigue as two young…

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