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2022 NBA Draft Lottery Winners And Losers
The 2022 NBA Draft Lottery just concluded with the Orlando Magic winning the top pick. There is just a little over a month remaining before the draft, which is enough time for teams to strategize their selections. In this post we’ll discuss 2022 NBA Draft Lottery winners. In fact, we’ll also discuss 2022 NBA Draft […] → Read More
Pacers: 2 best Caris LeVert trades ahead of NBA trade deadline
With their season going nowhere, the Indiana Pacers are conducting a fire sale ahead of the February 10 trade deadline. The Pacers have made Domantas Sabonis, Myles Turner, and Caris LeVert on the trade block. Indiana will certainly get a ton of suitors for the three Pacers stars. LeVert has garnered interest from a number […] → Read More
The Best 5 NBA Christmas Day Games Ever
December 25 is always a special day for basketball fans. With that said, here are the five best Christmas Day games -- ever. → Read More
LeBron James' 5 best moments vs. Cavs, ranked
Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James welcomed his former team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, at Staples Center on Oct. 29. James didn’t welcome them too kindly, though, as he dropped 26 points and eight assists in their 113-101 win over Cleveland. Be it as a member of the Miami Heat, or donning the Purple and Gold, […] → Read More
8 active players that should be on the NBA Top 75 Players List
The NBA will celebrate its 75th anniversary this upcoming 2021-22 season. In commemoration of this landmark moment, the league plans to unveil a historic list of the 75 best players to ever step foot on an NBA court. According to NBA.com, a select panel consisting of media, current and former players, coaches, general managers, and […] → Read More
Damian Lillard and the best NBA Playoffs performances in a loss
It’s not often we see a player put on a classic individual performance that ends up in a heartbreaking defeat. Unfortunately for Portland Trail Blazers superstar Damian Lillard, it’s happening regularly. Inspired by Dame Time, it’s time to look at the best NBA Playoffs performances in a loss. For Damian Lillard, that’s exactly what happened […] → Read More
Dwyane Wade's net worth in 2021
Dwyane Wade's net worth in 2021 is very impressive after a long career in the league and now as a part owner of the Utah Jazz. → Read More
LeBron James' 5 most clutch buzzer-beaters, ranked
If you could have any player in NBA history to take the biggest shot of the game to win the NBA Finals, most would probably pick Michael Jordan or perhaps Kobe Bryant. Some may even consider Kevin Durant. However, not a lot would entrust the ball to LeBron James. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar has […] → Read More
3 bold predictions for Knicks-Hawks in 2021 NBA Playoffs
The NBA playoff picture isn’t quite set in stone just yet with the play-in tournament still set to determine the final two seedings in both conferences. However, the 3-6 seeds already know who they will face in the opening round of the playoffs. The 4-5 matchup in the Eastern Conference will feature an interesting showdown […] → Read More
LeBron James’ son Bronny reacts to Nets signing LaMarcus Aldridge
The news of LaMarcus Aldridge joining the Brooklyn Nets didn't sit too well with Bronny James, son of Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James. → Read More
House of Highlights’ secrets behind 21,000,000-strong Instagram fan base
House of Highlights has become the haven for fans to see quick-hitting, viral videos in the world of sports. Founder Omar Raja dishes his secrets. → Read More
Rumor: NBA’s Thunder, Pistons, Cavs ‘open for business’ in trade market
The rebuilding Thunder, Pistons, and Cavs are reportedly top NBA teams open for trades that could see Kevin Love, Blake Griffin, and more dealt soon. → Read More
Nets’ Kyrie Irving speaks out on back-to-back losses against Cavs
Nets star Kyrie Irving, who just recently returned from his two-week hiatus, spoke about his team's back-to-back to defeats against the Cavs. → Read More
Sportsbooks reveal odds-on favorite to be 2020 NBA Draft’s No. 1 overall pick
The 2020 NBA draft is just right around the corner, yet there is still no clear cut no. 1 overall pick. However, Anthony Edwards has emerged as favorite. → Read More
Mike Tyson reveals why Roy Jones Jr. fight moved to Thanksgiving weekend
Mike Tyson's return fight against Roy Jones Jr. has been moved to Thanksgiving wekened, and the boxing legend explained why. → Read More
Devin Booker reacts to Draymond Green wanting him to be traded away from Suns
While appearing as a guest on TNT’s “Inside the NBA,” Draymond Green suggested that Devin Booker should leave the Phoenix Suns, reasoning that the 23-year-old All-Star needs to be in a winning situation. In response to the Golden State Warriors forward’s claim, Booker noted the importance to staying loyal to the fans who have been […] → Read More
Paul Pierce reveals how LeBron James can get in his all-time top 5
ESPN's Paul Pierce recently said LeBron James isn't one of his five best players of all time, but Pierce says the Lakers star can change that. → Read More
Serena Williams’ net worth in 2020
Serena Williams has undoubtedly cemented her legacy as one of the greatest tennis players ever, and her massive net worth helps prove that. Making her professional debut at the age of 14 back in October 1995, Williams has dominated the sport for over two decades now. Some of her major accomplishments include 39 Grand Slam […] → Read More
Worst Contracts Of 2019 NBA Free Agency A Year Later, Ranked
Wednesdays officially marks a year since the 2019 free agency started. There were some good deals made, but we’re going to look at the worst 2019 NBA free agency contracts, decisions and moves. After winning a championship with the Toronto Raptors, Kawhi Leonard went home to Los Angeles to play for the Clippers. Meanwhile, Kevin […] → Read More
5 biggest upsets in NBA Finals history
While the team that emerges from the NBA Finals as the champion is usually considered the best team in the league, there are times when the seemingly inferior team on paper pulls off the upset. Let’s take a look at the biggest upsets in NBA Finals history. 5. 1969: Celtics squeeze another one with Bill Russell […] → Read More