Category: Basketball

Ayo Dosunmu Open to Chicago Return as Bulls Weigh Backcourt Future

Brandon King

A reunion between Ayo Dosunmu and the Chicago Bulls may not be off the table after all. According to Kendall Gill, Dosunmu would be receptive to returning to Chicago. Gill revealed that conversations he’s had with the former Bulls guard this summer suggest the interest is there on Dosunmu’s side should an opportunity arise. “I know Ayo, from my conversations with him this summer, would be open to [returning to Chicago],” Gill said. Dosunmu has spent his entire NBA career with the Bulls since being selected in the second round…

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Brittney Sykes Suffers Plantar Fascia Injury, Expected to Return During 2026 Season

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The Tempo announced that guard Brittney Sykes has suffered a plantar fascia injury and will be re-evaluated in the coming weeks. The injury occurred with 6:46 remaining in the third quarter of the Tempo’s recent matchup with the Indiana Fever. Sykes was cutting to the basket when she collapsed to the floor, writhing in obvious pain. Initial fears were that it was an ACL, but thankfully that was not the case. While the injury sidelines one of the team’s veteran leaders, there is optimism regarding her long-term outlook. According to…

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Knicks Accept White House Invitation Following NBA Championship

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Image via the New York Post The New York Knicks will visit the White House to celebrate their 2026 NBA championship. Knicks owner James Dolan confirmed that the franchise has accepted an invitation from the White House, ending any uncertainty surrounding whether the team would participate in the traditional championship visit. “We just received an invitation which we’ve accepted, still have to figure out the details,” Dolan said. “I’ve known the president 30 years and I’m very proud to bring the team to the White House.” The announcement comes just…

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Walker Kessler Rejects Massive $140 Million Offer From Jazz, Contract Standoff Brewing

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The contract situation between Walker Kessler and the Utah Jazz has taken a dramatic turn. According to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon, Kessler has rejected a five-year contract offer worth nearly $140 million, with his representatives reportedly seeking “significantly more” than Utah’s proposal. The deal would have paid the 24-year-old center roughly $28 million per season and reportedly would have been the largest contract ever offered to a center without an All-Star appearance.   A Growing Divide Reports of a disagreement between Kessler’s camp and the Jazz have been circulating for months.…

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Kyrie Irving Chooses Community Over Cavaliers Reunion

Brandon King

While members of the 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers championship team gathered in Europe to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of their historic title, Kyrie Irving took a different route. Rather than attending the reunion festivities, Irving dedicated his time to mentoring the next generation at the prestigious NBPA Top 100 Camp. After helping some of the nation’s top high school prospects sharpen their skills, the NBA star returned to New Jersey to continue pouring into young student-athletes in his local community. Irving’s decision reflects a commitment that extends far beyond basketball. The…

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Gary Payton Honored with Street Naming in Oakland

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NBA Hall of Famer Gary Payton received one of the highest honors his hometown can bestow on a local hero, as a street in Oakland was officially named in his honor on Wednesday. The ceremony celebrated Payton’s remarkable basketball career and his lasting impact on the Oakland community. Family members, city officials, community leaders, and supporters gathered to recognize the East Oakland native whose influence extends far beyond the basketball court. Known throughout his playing career as “The Glove” for his relentless defensive prowess, Payton built a Hall of Fame…

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Pistons Exploring Malik Beasley Reunion After Tumultuous Year

Brandon King

The Detroit Pistons have reportedly re-engaged with the representatives of Malik Beasley regarding a potential return to the franchise, with both sides expressing mutual interest in a one-year contract.   Beasley spent the season away from the NBA while dealing with an ongoing league investigation tied to gambling allegations that first surfaced in 2025. The probe stemmed from allegations involving NBA games and prop bets during his time with the Milwaukee Bucks, leading Detroit to pause previous contract discussions.  Though Beasley’s name was one of several promoinent NBA personalities, according…

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Lakers Reportedly Unwilling to Offer LeBron James a Max Contract

Brandon King

The future of LeBron James with the Los Angeles Lakers remains one of the NBA’s biggest offseason storylines, and a new report suggests there may be a significant gap between the two sides in contract negotiations. According to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, the Lakers are not expected to offer James anything close to a maximum contract as discussions continue regarding his future with the franchise. The reported stance reflects the organization’s desire to maintain financial flexibility while building around newly acquired superstar Luka Dončić and improving the roster. While James continues…

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Kevin Love Could Reunite With LeBron James in Los Angeles

Brandon King

The Los Angeles Lakers could be exploring another veteran addition this offseason, and it just so happens to be one of LeBron James’ most trusted former teammates. According to NBA insider Marc J. Spears, Kevin Love is a player who could potentially join the Lakers if LeBron returns to Los Angeles for the 2026-27 season. Spears made the comments while discussing the Lakers’ offseason outlook and the possibility of James continuing his career in purple and gold. Love and James formed one of the NBA’s most successful partnerships during their…

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Kendrick Perkins Fires Back at Vincent Goodwill: “Winning a Championship Is Hard as Hell”

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Image via yahoo sports NBA championship debates are nothing new, but former NBA champion and ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins made it clear he believes some lines shouldn’t be crossed. Perkins strongly criticized Vincent Goodwill after his utterly daft comments in which he termed the recent run of NBA championships as a “participation trophy,” calling the take one of the most disrespectful things he’s heard in basketball discourse. Speaking on the Road Trippin’ podcast, Perkins passionately defended the significance of winning a title, arguing that anyone who has competed at a…

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