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Luka Dončić Speaks About Birth Of 2nd Girl, LeBron James Closing Out Los Angeles Lakers-Philadelphia 76ers Game: ‘That Was Vintage Bron’
LOS ANGELES — NBA superstar Luka Dončić returned to the Los Angeles Lakers' lineup on Sunday against the Philadelphia 76ers after missing two games to be with his fiancée. Dončić and his fiancée welcomed their second child, a girl. Dončić now has…
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Dallas Mavericks Don’t Want To Trade Kyrie Irving Because Of Cooper Flagg
DALLAS — According to NBA insider Chris Mannix of SI, the Dallas Mavericks don't want to trade Kyrie Irving because of Cooper Flagg. The Mavericks believe Flagg needs to play with an elite point guard to develop the right way. "They don't…
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Probability Of Golden State Warriors Trading Jonathan Kuminga ‘Remains Strong’
SAN FRANCISCO — According to NBA insider Anthony Slater of ESPN, the probability of the Golden State Warriors trading Jonathan Kuminga this season "remains strong." Kuminga can be traded after January 15, 2026. "The Warriors are expected to explore the Jonathan Kuminga…
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Miami Heat Have Had Internal Discussions About Memphis Grizzlies’ Ja Morant
MIAMI — According to NBA insider Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Miami Heat have had internal discussions about Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant. It appears the Heat could attempt to trade for Morant. "League sources say that the Heat,…
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Desires To Play For New York Knicks If He Leaves Milwaukee Bucks
NEW YORK — According to NBA insider Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, Giannis Antetokounmpo desires to play for the New York Knicks if he leaves the Milwaukee Bucks. The Bucks and Knicks discussed a trade for Antetokounmpo before the season. "It's…
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Why Chris Paul Doesn’t Make Sense For Dallas Mavericks Despite Previous Interest
LOS ANGELES — The LA Clippers’ decision to send Chris Paul home for the remainder of the season has sparked fresh speculation about where the 21-year NBA veteran could finish the final year of his Hall of Fame career. Paul has maintained…
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Why Chris Paul Doesn’t Make Sense For Dallas Mavericks Despite Previous Interest
LOS ANGELES — The LA Clippers’ decision to send Chris Paul home for the remainder of the season has sparked fresh speculation about where the 21-year NBA veteran could finish the final year of his Hall of Fame career. Paul has maintained…
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‘We Want Everybody To Play Free’: Dallas Mavericks Roll Past Houston Rockets Behind Anthony Davis’ Bounce-Back And Third-Quarter Surge
DALLAS — Less than 24 hours after being overwhelmed in Oklahoma City, the Dallas Mavericks looked like a team determined to rewrite the narrative. Their defense smothered the Houston Rockets, their pace never relented, and Anthony Davis — coming off a two-point…
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‘We Want Everybody To Play Free’: Dallas Mavericks Roll Past Houston Rockets Behind Anthony Davis’ Bounce-Back And Third-Quarter Surge
DALLAS — Less than 24 hours after being overwhelmed in Oklahoma City, the Dallas Mavericks looked like a team determined to rewrite the narrative. Their defense smothered the Houston Rockets, their pace never relented, and Anthony Davis — coming off a two-point…
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‘We Want Everybody To Play Free’: Dallas Mavericks Roll Past Houston Rockets Behind Anthony Davis’ Bounce-Back And Third-Quarter Surge
DALLAS — Less than 24 hours after being overwhelmed in Oklahoma City, the Dallas Mavericks looked like a team determined to rewrite the narrative. Their defense smothered the Houston Rockets, their pace never relented, and Anthony Davis — coming off a two-point…
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Los Angeles Clippers Stars Kawhi Leonard, James Harden Grew ‘Sick And Tired’ Of Chris Paul
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Los Angeles Clippers stars Kawhi Leonard and James Harden grew "sick and tired" of Chris Paul, NBA sources told DallasHoopsJournal. Paul, who was sent home by the Clippers while the team was in Atlanta to face the Hawks, was…
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Dallas Mavericks Focus On ‘Flushing’ Oklahoma City Thunder Loss As Anthony Davis Takes Accountability
DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks left Paycom Center on Friday night with little interest in dwelling on what went wrong in a 132–111 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The game unraveled across the second and third quarters, their three-game win streak…
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Anthony Davis Feels Knee Is ‘Fine’ After Injury Scare Before Dallas Mavericks Face Houston Rockets
DALLAS — Anthony Davis’ night in Oklahoma City was already spiraling before a knee-to-knee collision in the third quarter added another layer of concern. The Dallas Mavericks star, held scoreless through three quarters and blitzed throughout by the Thunder’s top-ranked defense, went…
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‘We Couldn’t Score’: Oklahoma City Thunder Contain Anthony Davis, Dallas Mavericks In Blowout
OKLAHOMA CITY — For the first 14 minutes Friday night, the Dallas Mavericks looked ready for the challenge of facing the NBA’s best team. They moved with pace, defended with purpose and confidence, and matched the Oklahoma City Thunder shot for shot.…
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Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James Dealing With Foot Joint Arthritis On Top Of Sciatica
LOS ANGELES — NBA legend LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers is dealing with left foot joint arthritis on top of sciatica on his right side. James, 40, is not expected to play on Friday against the Boston Celtics. The Lakers…
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Anthony Davis’ Contract Will Likely Make It Difficult For Dallas Mavericks To Trade Him
DALLAS — NBA star Anthony Davis' massive contract will likely make it difficult for the Dallas Mavericks to trade him. Davis is making $54.1 million this season. He'll make $58.5 million next season and has a player option worth $62.8 million for…
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Cooper Flagg Becomes Clear Rookie Of The Year Favorite As Dallas Mavericks Surge
DALLAS — The NBA Rookie of the Year race has a new frontrunner. Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg has overtaken the field and is now the –140 favorite to win the 2025-26 award at Bovada Sportsbook, nudging ahead of Charlotte’s Kon Knueppel…
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Clippers, Heat, Lakers Preserving Cap Space For 2027 When Giannis Antetokounmpo Can Become Free Agent
LOS ANGELES — According to NBA insider Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Los Angeles Clippers, Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers are preserving cap space for 2027 when Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo can become an unrestricted free agent. Antetokounmpo…
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James Harden Didn’t Want Los Angeles Clippers To Sign Chris Paul
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — According to NBA insider Kevin O'Connor of Yahoo Sports, James Harden didn't want the Los Angeles Clippers to sign Chris Paul. Harden and Paul were teammates on the Houston Rockets and butted heads several times. Harden told the Rockets…
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Why December 15 Marks The Unofficial Start Of NBA Trade Season
DALLAS — Under the CBA, most free agents who signed during the NBA offseason cannot be traded until the later of two markers: three months after putting pen to paper or December 15. Because the vast majority of deals are completed in…
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