At one point this summer, the Golden State Warriors looked like they were on the verge of making a splash trade. Paul George, now with the Philadelphia 76ers, was the top target. The All-Star was on the outs in Southern California, wanting a contract that the Los Angeles Clippers weren’t willing to pay him. However, the Warriors sensed that George was the type of star that … [Read more...] about Warriors Cornerstone: Splash Jazz Trade ‘Could Have Been Trash’
Clippers Laser-Focused On Landing ‘Young’ Star
From their side, the Los Angeles Clippers probably weren’t perplexed by the Golden State Warriors’ interest in a sign-and-trade for Paul George. He’s a nine-time All-Star who, despite a reputation for underperforming in the playoffs, is still one of the most lethal scorers in the league. For a team like the Warriors, his career three-point percentage (38.5) is particularly … [Read more...] about Clippers Laser-Focused On Landing ‘Young’ Star
NBA Fines Philadelphia 76ers $100,000
The NBA has fined the Philadelphia 76ers $100,000 for misrepresenting the health status of star center Joel Embiid. Embiid has been sidelined for the team’s first three games due to a left knee condition. Yet, public comments from head coach Nick Nurse and president of basketball operations Daryl Morey did not accurately reflect his injury. While the NBA found that the Sixers … [Read more...] about NBA Fines Philadelphia 76ers $100,000
Top 2025 Recruit Believes He’d Top Cooper Flagg, Ace Bailey
The 2025 and 2026 NBA drafts already have scouts and executives salivating, as there are multiple prospects with star potential. At the top of the Class of 2024 are Duke forward Cooper Flagg and Rutgers wing Ace Bailey, who are still vying for the No. 1 spot. At the top of the Class of 2025 is Utah Prep wing AJ Dybantsa, who is still undecided about where he’ll play in … [Read more...] about Top 2025 Recruit Believes He’d Top Cooper Flagg, Ace Bailey
76ers Center Not Named Embiid is a Top 3 Rebounder in the NBA
Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond is doing a fine job filling in for the MIA Joel Embiid. With the 2022-23 MVP continuing to be sidelined, Drummond, who signed with the Sixers over the summer, is racking up rebounds like he’s done much of his career. If you’re paying any attention to Philly, the 76ers are getting exactly what they wanted from Drummond, and he is proving … [Read more...] about 76ers Center Not Named Embiid is a Top 3 Rebounder in the NBA