The Houston Rockets season got off to one of the worst starts we’ve seen in a long time. Through 17 games, the Rockets had just won one game and were 1-16. The season was looking like a complete disappointment just 17 games in. Not so fast…the Rockets pulled the rabbit out of the hat by…
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Dennis Schroder has officially “fumbled the bag” in this year’s NBA offseason
Dennis Schroder must be feeling some type of way right now. Earlier in the offseason, he was offered a $84 million contract over the span of 4 years from the Lakers. Surprisingly, Schroder rejected the offer that seemed to be paying him more than what he’s worth in the first place. Today, Schroder was offered…
Let the NBA free agency frenzy begin!
Now that the NBA is in offseason mode, it’s time for free agents to sign with teams. NBA teams began negotiating contracts at 6 p.m. ET on Monday August 2. There has already been plenty of activity among the NBA free agency. Star point guard Chris Paul opted out of his $44 million dollar option…
The Lakers recently added Russell Westbrook to their starting 5 and here’s why it won’t work out.
On Thursday, the Los Angeles Lakers traded Kyle Kuzma, Montrezl Harrelll, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, and two future second-round picks to the Washington Wizards in exchange for star point guard Russell Westbrook. Many people already see the Lakers as a legit contender for the upcoming season and adding Westbrook will only increase that expectation. In my opinion,…
Team USA basketball just lost to France 83-76 in the preliminary group stage round. France closed the game on a 16-2 run to pull off the upset…
Team USA basketball is off to a rough start in the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo. Team USA’s 83-76 loss to France marks their first loss since 2004 in the Olympics. It is the first time that Team USA basketball has ever lost to France in Olympic play. The US was 6-0 leading into their matchup….
Suns vs Bucks NBA Finals Preview
The Suns and the Bucks will compete for the 2021 NBA Championship starting this Tuesday! What a wild ride it was for both teams to get there. The Suns are 12-4 this postseason and are playing some of the best basketball that they’ve played all year. Chris Paul has been putting up productive numbers this…
The Phoenix Suns are headed to the Finals for the first time since 1993!
Last night, the Suns beat the Clippers 130-103 to advance to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1993. Chris Paul led the Suns with 41 points, 4 rebounds, and 8 assists. It is Paul’s first ever Finals appearance after 16 years of being in the NBA. Center Deandre Ayton led the Suns with…
The Hawks beat the Bucks last night as 10 point dogs (no Trae Young) and evened the series at 2-2!
Last night, the Atlanta Hawks proved that they got a whole lot of heart. Down 2-1 in the series with no Trae Young seemed like a tall task for Atlanta. Tuesday night, the Hawks whole team stepped up to fill the irreplaceable Trae Young. The biggest reason for success was the Hawks defense. They limited…
Paul George puts up 41 points to avoid elimination, Clippers host Suns for Game 6
Paul George may have played his best game on Monday when the Clippers went into Phoenix down 3-1 in the WCF and won 116-102. PG had 41 points, 13 rebounds, and 6 assists in his efforts Monday night, and it was enough to give LA their first win in Phoenix so far in the series….
Suns look to close out Clippers in Game 5, head to first NBA Finals since 1993
The Phoenix Suns are on the verge of doing something that they haven’t done since 1993, which is getting to play in the NBA finals. They currently hold a 3-1 series lead over the Clippers and have a shot at closing them out tonight on their home court in Phoenix. The Suns are 5.5 point…