On a day when various outlets, including ESPN, portrayed the Dallas franchise management in a negative light, General Manager Nico Harrison addressed the media but ended up raising more questions than he answered. Initially aiming for a “small media roundtable” with a select group of reporters, Harrison ended up engaging with all credentialed media personnel, with numerous inquiries focused on …

Following an exhilarating SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament, the NBA Playoffs kicked off this weekend with eight Game 1 matchups. The results showcased a wide range of outcomes, from staggering blowouts (Grizzlies-Thunder) to nail-biting overtime thrillers (Clippers-Nuggets), along with everything in between. The star players rose to the occasion as the intensity ramped up. Here’s a look at the top five …

Neoklis Avdalas is set to enter the NBA Draft, as reported by Jonathan Givony, while still preserving his eligibility for NCAA play. The 19-year-old Greek forward, who has been on loan at Peristeri, holds a multi-year agreement with the reigning EuroLeague champion, Panathinaikos. According to the same report, Avdalas is also considering the option of pursuing a collegiate career in …

With standout performances from Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler, the Golden State Warriors thwart Houston’s attempt at a comeback, clinching victory in Game 1. Join the excitement by selecting the winning teams for each round, alongside predicting the number of games each series will span, aiming to navigate through and create a flawless bracket! There’s still an opportunity to participate, …

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nikola Jokic have been named finalists for the Kia NBA Most Valuable Player award, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander also being recognized as a contender. On Sunday, the NBA unveiled three candidates for the MVP title of the 2024-25 Regular Season, along with nominees for various other accolades including the Kia NBA Rookie of the Year, Kia NBA Defensive …

In a group of Houston Rockets players making their NBA Playoff debuts, Alperen Sengun stood out on Sunday with a notable 26 points. The 22-year-old Turkish center connected on 11 of 18 attempts from the field, showcasing his athleticism with a highlight dunk over Draymond Green, even as his team was defeated by the Golden State Warriors, 95-85, at the …

The Wolves showcased their prowess as one of the league’s elite shooting squads during Game 1 with exceptional accuracy. •Download the NBA App LOS ANGELES— The Lakers, following the acquisition of Luka Dončić to team up with LeBron James, aimed for a spectacular playoff debut, culminating in an unforeseen third-place finish in the Western Conference, and they certainly got their …

Trailing 1-0 in the series, the Los Angeles Clippers are set to face off against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena, continuing their best-of-seven playoff battle. Following a team practice on Sunday, Ivica Zubac, who recorded a double-double with 21 points and 13 rebounds in Saturday’s game in Denver, shared his thoughts on matching up against Nikola Jokic in the …

CLEVELAND (AP) — Ty Jerome had to be patient for five years before experiencing his first NBA playoff game. On Sunday evening, he seized the moment. Jerome contributed 16 of his 28 points in the final quarter, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a convincing 121-100 win over the Miami Heat in the opening match of their Eastern Conference first-round series. …