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Nikola Jokic, Nuggets, Anthony Davis, Lakers, NBA

Nuggets’ Dominance Of Lakers Becoming An NBA Slam Dunk

You can’t draw it up much better for the Denver Nuggets. Fresh off a disappointing loss to Dallas, they...
Evan Mobley, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA

Pregame Dribbles: Cavs Healthier And Back At It After A Few Days Off, Face Raptors At Home

CLEVELAND -- Random dribbles ahead of the Cavaliers' home game against the Toronto Raptors on Sunday (7:30 p.m. EST)...
Jason Preston, Jazz, NBA

NBA Transactions: Jason Preston, Tyler Smith, Jalen Hood-Schifino

November 23, 2024 (NBA wire) Jason Preston, previously with the Utah Jazz, became a free agent. November...
NBA Wilson Ball

Available 2024 NBA Free Agent List

Here is the Hoops Wire running list of available 2024-25 NBA free agents by position. We make daily updates...
Jarrett Allen, Cleveland Cavaliers, Pelicans, NBA

Cavs’ Jarrett Allen: Kenny Atkinson Has Brought Warriors Experience To Cleveland

Jarrett Allen knows Kenny Atkinson. Obviously, given that Atkinson is Allen's coach with the Cavaliers. But Allen also played with...
Zion Williamson, NBA, New Orleans Pelicans

Pelicans’ Zion Williamson: ‘We Are Going To Figure It Out’

The New Orleans Pelicans find themselves in a tough spot as they approach the quarter mark of the NBA...
Jonas Valanciunas, Wizards, Lakers, NBA

Lakers Continue To Be Linked To Jonas Valanciunas, As Wizards Field Offers

The Lakers continue to keep their eyes peeled on the trade market, and their focus appears to remain on...
Jalen McDcaniels, Wizards, Raptors, NBA

Wizards Signing Former Raptors Forward To G League Deal

Jalen McDaniels, the 6-foot-9 forward known for his versatility and defensive potential, is set to join the Washington Wizards’...
Chris Livingston, Bucks, NBA

NBA Transactions: Chris Livingston, Bucks, Thunder, Cam Whitmore

Oklahoma City Thunder Assigned Ousmane Dieng to the Oklahoma City Blue (G...
Zion Williamson, New Orleans Pelicans, NBA

Pelicans With Zion Williamson Becoming Tale Of What Could Have Been

Zion Williamson’s talent has never been in question. When he’s on the floor, he’s a game-changer -- an unstoppable...
Donovan Mitchell, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA

Hoops Wire Live: Cavs Wearing Look Of True Contenders And Here’s Why

What's behind the Cavaliers' franchise-record start? Well, not surprisingly, I break it all down on the latest Hoops Wire...
NBA, Michael Jordan, Chicago Bulls

Michael Jordan Threw Up All Night Before Game 5 Of 1997 Finals After Eating Pizza In His Utah Hotel Room: ‘It Wasn’t The Flu...

Chicago Bulls icon Michael Jordan threw up all night before Game 5 of the 1997 NBA Finals after eating...
Tyrese Haliburton, Pacers, NBA

Pacers Going As Tyrese Haliburton Goes, And Right Now, It’s All Too Iffy

Tyrese Haliburton is a guy you expect to be one of the NBA’s most reliable point guards, but right...
Joel Embiid, 76ers, Sixers, NBA

With Two Wins, Both In OT, Sixers’ Issues Run Deeper Than Star Availability

The Philadelphia 76ers are in search of answers, and fast. What looked like a promising NBA season on paper...
Antonio Reeves, NBA, Pelicans, Cavaliers, Cavs

New CBA Rules Leaves Teams Hesitant To Make Trades, As Likes Of Pelicans And Sixers Search For Answers

The NBA season is heating up, but for teams like the Philadelphia 76ers and New Orleans Pelicans, the outlook...
NBA ball, media

NBA Expansion Could Spark Debate Over Conference Realignment and 1-16 Playoff Seeding

The NBA appears to be inching closer to expansion, with Seattle and Las Vegas emerging as the frontrunners to...
Adam Silver, NBA News

Adam Silver Addresses NBA Viewership Dip To Start Season

Television viewership across the NBA has gotten off to a slow start this season, and the league is looking...
Franz Wagner, Magic, Anthony Davis, Lakers, NBA

Lakers’ Foul Shooting, Franz Wagner’s Late-Game Magic End LA Hot Streak

Franz Wagner delivered in the clutch, and the Magic stunned the Lakers with a 119-118 road win on Thursday...
Joel Embiid, 76ers, Sixers, NBA

Joel Embiid Says Sixers Can Still Contend, But Right Now, That Feels Like Tallest Of Tasks

Joel Embiid wasn’t ranting. He wasn’t pointing fingers. If anything, the 76ers’ star big man sounded measured -- focused,...
Paul George, 76ers, Sixers, NBA

Sixers’ Tough Season Gets Even Tougher After Paul George Injury News

It’s been a tough week for the Philadelphia 76ers, and now the road gets even rougher. Star forward Paul George...
Wyc Grousbeck, Celtics, NBA

Celtics Owner Wyc Grousbeck Confident in Repeat Chances, Plans to Stay On Amid Sale

The Celtics are riding high, and so is Wyc Grousbeck. Fresh off celebrating the team’s record-setting 18th NBA championship...
Hubie Brown, NBA

Legendary Hubie Brown, 91, To Call Final Game For ESPN This Season

Hubie Brown is stepping away from the microphone, but not without one last moment in the spotlight. The 91-year-old...
Donovan Mitchell, NBA, Cavaliers, Cavs, All-Star

NBA Reportedly Moving To Tournament Format For All-Star Game

The NBA All-Star Game has long been a showcase of talent and creativity, but let’s face it -- recently,...
NBA, Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman, Chicago Bulls

Scottie Pippen ‘Admired’ Dennis Rodman’s Ability To Play Defense And Rebound: ‘He Could Have A Tremendous Impact On A Game Without Scoring A Single...

Scottie Pippen and Dennis Rodman won three NBA championships together on the Chicago Bulls in the '90s.  Pippen and Rodman...
Ty Jerome, Cavaliers, Cavs, Pelicans, NBA

Dribbles: Cavs Quickly Get Back On Track, Thump Wounded Pelicans Behind Ty Jerome, Jaylon Tyson

CLEVELAND -- Random dribbles from the Cavaliers' 128-100 home hammer job of the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday. ... 1....
Paul George, Sixers, 76ers, NBA

Sixers Plummet To Last In East, As Paul George Exits After Reinjuring Knee

In a season already plagued by disappointment, the 76ers suffered yet another blow Wednesday night, falling to the Grizzlies...
Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr, NBA, Grizzlies

Grizzlies, Surprisingly, Finding Ways To Make It Work Without Ja Morant

The Grizzlies continue to navigate the season without Ja Morant, who remains week-to-week with a hip injury. It’s no...
Franz Wagner, Magic, NBA

Magic Locking Down Opponents As Franz Wagner Shines, Showing Again They’re No Pushovers

The Magic aren’t just showing signs of life -- they’re showing signs of purpose. In a league where teams...
NBA, Houston Rockets, Ime Udoka, Alperen Sengun

Rockets’ Hot Start Signals They’re The Real Deal

The Rockets at 10-5? That’s no accident. This is a young team that’s been quietly putting the pieces together,...
NBA, Michael Jordan, Chicago Bulls

Michael Jordan Was ‘Nervous’ And Cried Before Playing First Game Back From Retirement In 1995 Since It Was His First Time Playing Without His...

Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan returned to the NBA in March 1995 after playing baseball.  Jordan retired from the NBA...
NBA, Chicago Bulls, Scottie Pippen, Michael Jordan

Scottie Pippen Mad That Michael Jordan Made $10 Million From ‘The Last Dance’ Doc While He And His Bulls Teammates Got Nothing: ‘Another Reminder...

NBA legend Michael Jordan made $10 million from "The Last Dance" docuseries.  Scottie Pippen and the rest of his Chicago...