L.A. Lakers star Luka Doncic has pledged a donation of $500,000 to support recovery initiatives in the aftermath of the devastating wildfires that struck Southern California in January, including the Los Angeles metro area. In a statement from the Luka Doncic Foundation, Doncic expressed his feelings about the tragedy: “It’s truly heartbreaking to see and hear about the devastation caused …

Mark Tatum addressed global media as the NBA prepares for its forthcoming All-Star Game. He also shared additional insights about the league’s initiatives in Europe in response to a query from Eurohoops. The NBA’s deputy commissioner stated, “Nothing is finalized” concerning the rumors suggesting that Eastern Europe—particularly the basketball strongholds of Greece, Turkey, and Serbia—is excluded from the NBA’s strategy, …

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokić has been awarded the NBA Western Conference Player of the Week for the week spanning February 3 to February 9. The Serbian big man showcased an impressive triple-double average of 29.8 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 10.3 assists, leading his team to victory in all four games during this timeframe. According to the Nuggets: The NBA …

Luka Doncic made a memorable debut with the Los Angeles Lakers, leading the team to a 132-113 win over the Utah Jazz on Monday. Numerous celebrities attended the game at the crypto.com Arena to witness the Slovenian star in action, including his former teammate Dirk Nowitzki, who serves as a special advisor for the Dallas Mavericks. “Though I’ll always be …

Nikola Jokic scored 40 points, leading the Denver Nuggets to a commanding 146-117 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers at Ball Arena on Monday. The Serbian sensation shot 15 for 22 from the floor, including an incredible three-pointer from the corner that looked nearly impossible midway through the first quarter. “No, I don’t practice that, my friend,” he stated during …

Victor Wembanyama recorded a double-double, leading the San Antonio Spurs to a 131-121 victory over the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on Monday night. The French sensation showcased his skills by shooting 12 out of 21 from the field, which included five successful three-pointers, culminating in a total of 31 points. He also contributed 15 rebounds, four assists, three …

Anthony Davis was unable to participate in the 2025 NBA All-Star Game due to injury, leading to Kyrie Irving being chosen as his replacement by Commissioner Adam Silver. The 31-year-old star suffered an injury in his first outing with the Dallas Mavericks, causing him to miss the highly anticipated event featuring the league’s elite players. Consequently, the 32-year-old Irving received …

In a thrilling contest at Kia Center featuring 14 lead changes, the Atlanta Hawks managed to secure a victory against the Orlando Magic, finishing 112-106 on Monday evening. With Swiss player Clint Capela still out, Czech athlete Vit Krejci exited early due to a lower back contusion after contributing eight points, four assists, one steal, and one rebound in just …

A few days ago, Shams Charania reported that Ukrainian center Alex Len was anticipated to be released by the Washington Wizards, with plans to join the Indiana Pacers. However, there has been a turn of events, as Len is now poised to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers as a free agent. “Free agent 7-footer Alex Len is set to …

Struggling with a sprain in his left ankle and preparing for his debut with the Phoenix Suns, Vasilije Micic has indicated a timeline for potentially considering options outside the NBA. “To be honest, returning to Europe has never crossed my mind, as long as I have an NBA contract,” he stated during a media session, where he introduced himself as …

Breaking their four-game losing streak in the 2024-25 NBA Regular Season, the Toronto Raptors triumphed over the Philadelphia 76ers with a close score of 106-103 at the Wells Fargo Center on Tuesday. Austrian center Jakob Poeltl (right hip pointer) was off the roster for Serbian head coach Darko Rajakovic, limiting European representation to the losing side. French player Guerschon Yabusele …

Kevin Durant has reached a significant achievement that places him in a distinguished group alongside legends such as LeBron James, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Karl Malone, Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Dirk Nowitzki, and Wilt Chamberlain. On Tuesday, the 36-year-old forward became the eighth player in NBA history to surpass the 30,000-point mark in regular-season play. “It’s an incredible honor to be considered …

Veteran point guard Dennis Schroder shared insights about embarking on his journey with the Detroit Pistons. After overcoming recent challenges in his career, the 31-year-old German reflected on his new role with the Pistons, marking his ninth NBA team and third during the 2024-25 Regular Season. He expressed gratitude for the warm welcome from the organization and highlighted his commitment …

In an exciting encounter at TD Garden, the Boston Celtics triumphed over the San Antonio Spurs with a score of 116-103, thanks to Kristaps Porzingis’s standout performance against Victor Wembanyama. Porzingis, hailing from Latvia, played for 37 minutes, scoring 29 points on 10 of 16 shooting, which included three successful three-pointers. Additionally, he contributed six rebounds, one block, and one …

With Jamal Murray reaching a career-best of 55 points and Nikola Jokic recording his 25th triple-double during the 2024-25 NBA Regular Season, the Denver Nuggets delivered a stunning 132-121 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday. This game marked the Nuggets’ eighth consecutive win, as the Serbian star contributed 26 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists. In addition to …

With a commanding performance in the second half, the Utah Jazz triumphed over the Los Angeles Lakers, finishing 131-119 at the Delta Center. Lauri Markkanen led the charge with a game-high 32 points, helping his team improve to 13-40 in the 2024-25 NBA Regular Season. Ukrainian player Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk did not see any action from the bench. Reflecting on the …

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 …