Wael Saghir
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Watch: 76ers' Scott wears Redskins jersey, fights Eagles fan
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Wade enjoying post-career mentor role, but 'never say never' on return
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Report: Bulls, Blakeney agree on buyout
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Lithuanian coach furious with missed call in loss to France
Warning: Video contains coarse languageAfter being down for the majority of a game Lithuania needed to win if it was to have an opportunity to advance to the quarterfinals of the FIBA World Cup, the Baltic nation stormed back against France to take the lead in the fourth quarter.However, with Lithuania down one in the final 30 seconds, Jonas Valanciunas' game-tying free throw was illegally… → Read More
Barrett lands shoe deal with Puma
New York Knicks rookie RJ Barrett has signed a multi-year shoe deal with Puma, according to ESPN's Nick DePaula. OFFICIAL: RJ Barrett has signed a multi-year shoe deal with PUMA.More to come live from New York on 31st Street at 4:30 PM... pic.twitter.com/0INe0BPolV— Nick DePaula (@NickDePaula) August 28, 2019 Puma has made several big splashes since re-entering the basketball landscape, signing… → Read More
Kobe says he'd have 12 rings if Shaq 'was in the gym'
Warning: Video contains coarse languageThe cheap shots never seem to end between Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal. The dynamic duo starred together with the Los Angeles Lakers for eight seasons, winning three straight championships, before issues forced an ugly divorce that saw O'Neal get traded to the Miami Heat in 2004.Arguably the biggest beef between the two legends was Bryant's constant… → Read More
Cousins allegedly on tape threatening ex; NBA, Lakers investigating
(Warning: Story contains coarse language/sensitive content)The Los Angeles Lakers are investigating after center DeMarcus Cousins was purportedly recorded making a death threat toward his ex-girlfriend."We are aware of the allegation involving DeMarcus Cousins and, of course, take this claim seriously," the Lakers said in a statement, according to The Athletic's Sam Amick. "We are in the process… → Read More
Harden blames media-created 'narrative' for losing MVP
James Harden pulled off several historic statistical achievements last season but was still snubbed in the MVP race in favor of Giannis Antetokounmpo.The Houston Rockets star - who averaged a career-best 36.1 points per game, the seventh-best mark in league history - blamed his failed bid at a second straight MVP on the media, saying they tend to pick their winner at the start of the year."Once… → Read More
Report: Grizzlies grant Lakers permission to speak with Howard
The Memphis Grizzlies granted the Los Angeles Lakers permission to speak with center Dwight Howard, sources told The Athletic's Shams Charania.The Lakers are currently in pursuit of a starting-caliber center after DeMarcus Cousins suffered a torn ACL while playing in Las Vegas.Although Howard was acquired by the Grizzlies from the Washington Wizards in July, Memphis is expected to either trade… → Read More
Draymond: It's 'crazy' to believe Warriors won't make playoffs
The Golden State Warriors may not enter the 2019-20 campaign looking like the team that dominated the Western Conference over the past five seasons, but defensive stalwart Draymond Green is adamant it's a mistake to doubt them."I've heard people say we're not gonna make the playoffs. That's crazy to me," Green told ESPN's Rachel Nichols on "The Jump." "I mean, that's just total disrespect, but… → Read More
11 matchups to watch from the 2019-20 NBA schedule
The NBA announced its schedule Monday, with the regular season kicking off Oct. 22 and coming to a close April 15.Here are 11 games to watch throughout the season: Oct. 22: Raptors get their ringsThe defending champion Toronto Raptors will host the New Orleans Pelicans as they officially receive their championship rings. The contest also marks the debut of rookie sensation and No. 1 overall pick… → Read More
NCAA amends certification requirements for agents
The NCAA has announced an amendment to its controversial new rules for potential agents, removing the requirement to have completed a bachelor's degree by allowing already certified agents with good standing with the NBPA to sign prospective draftees.The decision comes after several highly influential figures in basketball criticized the rule due to its limitations on agents - namely Rich Paul -… → Read More
Kemba, Bagley among 17 finalists for Team USA's FIBA World Cup roster
USA Basketball continued to trim its FIBA World Cup squad Saturday, announcing 17 finalists for the eventual 12-man roster that will go to China at the end of August. Player Position Club Harrison Barnes F Sacramento Kings Marvin Bagley III F/C Sacramento Kings Jaylen Brown G/F Boston Celtics De'Aaron Fox G Sacramento Kings Joe Harris G Brooklyn Nets Kyle Kuzma F Los Angeles Lakers Brook Lopez C… → Read More
Colangelo explains why Melo was left off Team USA roster
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Kuzma: I can become Lakers' 3rd superstar
The Los Angeles Lakers overhauled their roster after failing to reach the playoffs last season, with the biggest move being a trade for superstar Anthony Davis, which saw the Lakers give up most of their young core pieces - except for one.In negotiations with the New Orleans Pelicans, the Lakers reportedly made it clear that forward Kyle Kuzma was off-limits. Kuzma is expected to play a major… → Read More
Report: NBA mental health memo sets new expectations for teams
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Haslem returning for 17th season with Heat
Udonis Haslem will re-sign with the Miami Heat for his 17th NBA season, the forward announced in an Instagram post Tuesday. View this post on Instagram Too be continued Heat Nation!!! 1️⃣7️⃣‼️ #og #heatlifer A post shared by Udonis Haslem (@ud40) on Aug 6, 2019 at 12:42pm PDT The 39-year-old will sign a one-year deal for the veteran's minimum, according to The Associated Press' Tim… → Read More
Klay expects to return at some point after All-Star break
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Lowry happy for Kawhi, aims to stay with Raptors long term
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Report: Kawhi set to return to Toronto on December 11
L.A. Clippers superstar and reigning Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard will make his triumphant return to Toronto on December 11 to face the Raptors, sources told The Athletic's Shams Charania. Reported superstar returns include: More to come. → Read More