In the fourth quarter, the Orlando Magic took control, defeating the Charlotte Hornets 102-86 at the Kia Center. Franz Wagner from Germany contributed 16 points, shooting 6 out of 11 from the field. His teammate Goga Bitadze from Georgia managed to score just one point but recorded seven rebounds, four blocks, and two assists. German reserve player Tristan da Silva …

It’s no secret that the Sacramento Kings consistently depend on Domantas Sabonis to perform, and his contributions are significant every time he steps on the court. In their latest defeat against the New Orleans Pelicans, the Lithuanian center had an impressive outing, recording 22 points, 28 rebounds, and 5 assists despite the loss. With this performance, he became just the …

The NBA’s next step in its efforts to expand into Europe may involve staging a regular season game in a previously untapped market. As reported by The Times, the league is nearing an agreement to hold a regular season match in Manchester, set to take place at the Co-op Live arena, which is anticipated to become the largest basketball venue …

The international committee has selected Dusan Ivkovic as a finalist for the Class of 2025 in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The revered Serbian coach, who died in 2021, was a pivotal force in European basketball, with a coaching career that spanned nearly fifty years. His extensive list of accomplishments includes winning the EuroLeague championship in both 1997 …

Numerous exciting emerging talents from Europe showcased their skills at the Castrol Rising Stars event held at Chase Center on Friday. However, none were able to advance to Team Candace and secure a spot in the upcoming NBA All-Star Game as part of the mini-tournament concluding the All-Star Weekend in San Francisco this Sunday. Zaccharie Risacher and Alex Sarr, the …

As the 2025 NBA All-Star Game approaches, Victor Wembanyama has described LeBron James as being underestimated. When asked to name the most underrated player in the league, the 21-year-old French center drew attention on social media on Friday afternoon by pointing to the four-time NBA champion. “I’m going to go with LeBron,” Wembanyama responded in a video shared by NBA …

Kevin Durant effectively halted discussions between the Phoenix Suns and the Golden State Warriors as the recent trade deadline approached, ensuring players’ eligibility for the 2025 NBA Playoffs remained intact. The veteran forward’s apparent decision to decline a return to the Bay Area franchise was corroborated by his former teammate Stephen Curry and Warriors head coach Steve Kerr, both of …

Mac McClung once again took center stage during the All-Star Game on Saturday night, making history as the first player to clinch three consecutive titles in the slam dunk contest. McClung kicked off the contest with a spectacular dunk over a car, reminiscent of Blake Griffin’s iconic moment in 2011, thereby setting a high benchmark from the start. However, it’s …

The Luka Doncic trade continues to generate buzz throughout the basketball community, and it was among the first subjects that NBA Commissioner Adam Silver was asked about during his press conference for the All-Star game. “I have no awareness or indication of any ulterior motives,” Silver stated as he sought to clarify the situation in Dallas and dispel rumors regarding …

Mac McClung has been making a significant impact in the NBA All-Star Game Dunk Contest, claiming victory for the third consecutive time. This success might inspire some of the league’s elite players to return to the event. Ja Morant hinted, “Mac might motivate me to participate in the dunk contest,” to which Giannis Antetokounmpo quickly responded, “If you do it, …

Ahead of the 74th annual NBA All-Star Game, Giannis Antetokounmpo shared his thoughts on the new format and potential enhancements for the prestigious gathering of North America’s elite basketball players. Due to a left calf strain, the Greek superstar sat out the event at Chase Center on Sunday. “I think that would be fantastic,” he expressed enthusiasm for the concept …

The 74th NBA All-Star Game, held at the Chase Center in San Francisco on Sunday, showcased a revamped format with Stephen Curry taking home the Kia MVP award. Shaquille O’Neal’s OGs emerged victorious in a mini-tournament against Chuck’s Global Stars, Kenny’s Young Stars, and Candace’s Rising Stars. Curry remarked on the players’ enhanced performance, stating, “Everyone came through, played their …

Victor Wembanyama led Chuck’s Global Stars to the finals of the NBA All-Star mini-tournament, but ultimately fell short against Shaquille O’Neal’s OGs at Chase Center on Sunday. “It exceeded my expectations. The format, with its 40-point target, worked exceptionally well. It gave the games a sense of urgency,” the San Antonio Spurs’ French sensation explained during a press conference after …

Numerous instances of athletes collaborating with their sons in professional sports have emerged, such as LeBron and Bronny playing together for the Los Angeles Lakers. Giannis Antetokounmpo hinted at a similar achievement with his eldest son, Liam. During the All-Star weekend, while being filmed for an All-Access segment on Google Pixel, Giannis appeared enthusiastic at first but soon scaled back …

Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant took to X to respond to the backlash regarding the quality of the NBA All-Star Game. “I believe it’s more entertaining for people to criticize the NBA than to actually watch the games. It’s wild—maybe we should just scrap All-Star Weekend and give everyone a break since we seem to be so unhappy at this …

In preparation for the 2024 Paris Olympics, the French basketball federation turned its attention to Kenny Atkinson, who was more than willing to answer the call to join their coaching team. Atkinson, who is currently leading the Cleveland Cavaliers, has some international experience; he briefly coached the Dominican Republic in 2015 and began his career as an assistant coach with …

In the past, Steph Curry has frequently spoken highly of international players who have left a mark on his career, and Juan Carlos Navarro is among them. When asked by Toni Canyameras from Mundo Deportivo about Navarro’s influence on the Golden State Warriors star, Curry expressed his admiration. “Every athlete I’ve seen shoot the basketball at an elite level really …

Lonnie Walker IV is set to depart from the EuroLeague as he makes his return to the NBA. According to reports from both Shams Charania and Marc Stein, citing Walker’s representative, the 26-year-old guard has agreed to a contract with the Philadelphia 76ers, activating a clause in his agreement with Zalgiris Kaunas. Earlier today (February 18), Stein noted via Twitter …

Dennis Smith Jr. aims to restart his NBA career following his departure from Real Madrid, targeting a return during the latter portion of the 2024-25 Regular Season. The 27-year-old guard had already been linked to an exit from the Spanish club and has now expressed his desire to make a comeback to the NBA this season, according to prominent NBA …

After making his debut with restricted playing time for the Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Doncic has been given the green light to compete without limitations following the NBA All-Star break. “He’ll be good to go,” stated head coach JJ Redick during a press conference on Tuesday. “His minutes will increase starting tomorrow, and I don’t anticipate any restrictions moving forward.” …

During the All-Star break of the 2024-25 NBA Regular Season, Anthony Edwards shared his thoughts on the significant trade involving Luka Doncic. After the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers reached an agreement, Edwards expressed his surprise about the Mavericks’ decision to let go of their franchise’s star player. The young Minnesota Timberwolves guard, who is just 23 years old, …

Croatian forward Bojan Bogdanovic is set to have surgery that will end his season, as reported on Wednesday by ESPN senior NBA reporter Shams Charania. Last April, during a brief period with the New York Knicks, the 35-year-old Bogdanovic underwent season-ending procedures on his left foot and left wrist. After being traded to the Brooklyn Nets in July, he was …

Shams Charania recently revealed that Bojan Bogdanović is set to undergo surgery on his foot that will end his season. In his latest update, he indicated that the Brooklyn Nets plan to waive him. The franchise aims to create two open roster spots in order to sign Killian Hayes, the former No. 7 overall pick in the NBA Draft, and …

Giannis Antetokounmpo attended the latest NBA All-Star Game and shared insights with both US and international media regarding improvements to the All-Star Game and the EuroLeague. However, he had even more captivating remarks to convey in his mother tongue during a discussion with Greek NBA rights holder COSMOTE TV, along with hosts Vassilis Skountis and Rigas Dardalis. In an extensive …

Luka Dončić’s minute restrictions have been lifted, yet the Lakers encountered defeat in their first game following the break. Los Angeles fell 100-97 at Crypto.com Arena against Charlotte, even with the Slovenian sensation logging more than 33 minutes on the court. Despite his time, Luka had difficulty finding his shooting touch, finishing with only 14 points on 5-of-18 shooting overall …