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NBA Championship Odds Update After Trade Deadline
The 2020 NBA Trade Deadline didn’t provide the jaw-dropping deals many fans were hoping for, but it did see a flurry of action that altered the trajectory for a couple of championship contenders, if only slightly. Who went where? The biggest deals, in terms of shifting the balance of power at the top of the…
Read MoreKobe Bryant killed in a helicopter crash at age 41
NBA legend Kobe Bryant died Sunday morning when his private helicopter crashed in Calabasas, California. There were nine people on board, and nobody survived the crash. His wife Vanessa was not among those on board. TMZ Sports was the first to report the shocking news. Kobe Bryant used a helicopter to travel for years. Even…
Read MoreDwight Howard will participate in 2020 SlamDunk Contest
It wasn’t that long ago when Dwight Howard was one of the best big men in the NBA. During his time in Orlando, Howard earned six of his eight straight All-Star selections. However, Howard forced his way out of Orlando following the 2011-12 season. Unfortunately, his one-year stint with the Los Angles Lakers didn’t pan…
Read MoreDavid Stern dies at 77
Former NBA commissioner David Stern has died. He was 77. David Stern died as a result of the brain hemorrhage he suffered approximately three weeks ago. Current NBA commissioner Adam Silver remembered Stern as a mentor, a dear friend and “one of the most influential business leaders of his generation.” In a statement Silver also…
Read MoreWhen will we see Zion Williamson in action?
NBA Insider Shams Charania reported yesterday that the New Orleans Pelicans and superstar rookie Zion Williamson are “hopeful” he’ll make his NBA debut in January. But haven’s we heard that before? Initially, he was expected to return sometime in December after undergoing surgery to repair a torn right lateral meniscus prior to the season’s start.…
Read MoreIs it too early to include Luka Doncic in the MVP discussion?
In just a couple of games, 1/3 of the 2019-20 NBA season will be done. At this stage, fans have already been treated to some amazing performances. So far, the Milwaukee Bucks are leading the Eastern Conference with a 21-3 record. Mirroring them in the Western Conference, are the Los Angeles Lakers, also at 21-3.…
Read MoreStephen Curry suffers broken left hand vs. Suns
Things turned from bad to worse for the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday. Their star point guard Stephen Curry suffered a broken left hand after Suns’ center Aron Baynes (AUS) landed on it after an awkward collision between the two players. Prior to this horrific injury to the team’s top scorer, the Warriors had their…
Read MoreHouston Rockets ban fan for life for punching Pelicans’ assistant coach
A few nights ago, the Houston Rockets defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 126-123. The victory was the first of the season for the Houston Rockets. Unfortunately, the action on the court wasn’t the only event in play on that fateful evening. According to authorities, a Houston Rockets fan, Manuel Garcia, was charged with assault for…
Read MoreNBA suspends Deandre Ayton 25 games
Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton has been suspended for 25 games by the NBA for violating the League’s anti-drug policy. This comes in less than 24 hours after he made his season debut for the 2019-20 season. Ayton tested positive for a banned diuretic. The player has made a statement and claims he was unaware…
Read MoreZion Williamson undergoes surgery, out 6-8 weeks
Zion Williamson of New Orleans Pelicans underwent arthroscopic knee surgery on Monday to repair a torn lateral meniscus and is expected to miss 6-8 weeks of action as he recovers from the surgery. This is not only a huge blow for the Pelicans organization but also for the millions of basketball fans who have been…
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