[ad_1] The Boston Celtics have more retired jerseys than any other team in the NBA, but that doesn’t mean the rest of their jerseys have little history of interest tied to them. In fact, with 17 titles to their name and decades of competitive basketball played in them, their unretired jersey numbers pack in some of the most history not …

[ad_1] Anthony Davis is about to become a very wealthy man, as he agreed to a three-year, $186 million contract extension on Friday. The extension will kick in when his current contract runs out in 2025. His critics, of which there are many, likely feel that it is a ridiculous contract, citing his history of injuries and what they feel …

[ad_1] Two years ago, the Chicago Bulls pushed their chips onto the table. They made a flurry of moves to end their rebuild and enter a new era of Bulls basketball. Chicago traded for Nikola Vucevic at the deadline, and in the 2021 offseason, they signed DeMar DeRozan, Lonzo Ball, and Alex Caruso. Unfortunately, the new-look Bulls have won just …

[ad_1] Star forward Jaylen Brown signed a five-year, $304 million supermax contract extension with the Boston Celtics last week, making the Georgia native the owner of the largest contract in NBA history. The Celtics had to secure the deal to avoid losing Brown for nothing next year when the former Cal standout would become eligible for a regular supermax contract …

[ad_1] Despite being a projected top-10 pick, former Boston Celtics big man Jared Sullinger was drafted 21st by the Celtics after slipping due to concerns about his back. The concerns were well-founded. Throughout his NBA career, Sullinger struggled with his weight and ultimately required back surgery, leading to a short stint in the league. After leaving the NBA, Sullinger found …

[ad_1] Q: Do you see any scenario where the Heat could receive any sanctions if they were to land Damian Lillard? It seems that Pat Riley and the Heat certainly have not been public with any comments, however investigations can turn up all sorts of communication. – David, Venice. A: First, if there is a trade and the Blazers find …

[ad_1] The Boston Celtics’ Shamrock Foundation “Power Forward Small Business Grant” program in conjunction with Vista Print and the National Association of American Colored People (NAACP) has gained a very good reputation for making an impact with local Black-owned small businesses that have been granted with one of the $25,000 grants it has dispersed. Recipients not only receive financial assistance …

[ad_1] On this day in Boston Celtics history, champion reserve big man Gregory Fuller Kite would be born in Houston, Texas in 1961. Kite began playing the sport at age 10 for a local YWCA team and grew to 6-foot-10 by the age of 15. He would play his collegiate basketball for the Brigham Young University Cougars after being recruited …

[ad_1] With the preseason a little over two months away, the Golden State Warriors are still surveying different options for their roster during the summer.  The Warriors are reportedly one of the teams set to host a workout for a former first-round pick. According to Ian Begley of SNY TV, Harry Giles III will work out for the Warriors sometime next …

[ad_1] Star Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown signed the largest contract in NBA history last week, a five-year supermax contract extension worth up to $304 million with the Celtics. The Georgia native made All-NBA Second Team last season for the first time, setting a number of career highs as he entered his prime playing years with the team that picked …

[ad_1] Another Aggie basketball talent is making his journey to the NBA, and he won’t be too far from College Station. Former Texas A&M guard Dexter Dennis has reportedly agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract with the Dallas Mavericks, which means the rookie wing won’t be leaving the Lone Star State as he enters the next chapter of his professional …

[ad_1] After some speculation about when or even if it would happen, Anthony Davis received a huge contract extension from the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday. He definitely secured a huge bag, as the extension will reportedly pay him a whopping $186 million over three years. The extension will take effect when his current contract expires in 2025, and it …

[ad_1] General view of Barclays Center during the third quarter between the Brooklyn Nets and the Charlotte Hornets. / Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports The Nets have announced their four-game preseason schedule ahead of the 2023 NBA season, with two of the games being played at Barclays Center. To kick things off, Brooklyn will travel to Las Vegas to play the …

[ad_1] David Roddy had been teasing all summer the idea of playing in the Shelby County Pro-Am League. Once the Memphis Grizzlies forward saw fellow NBA players Cameron Payne and Kennedy Chandler suit up, he knew it was his turn. Roddy played in the pro-am Thursday evening at Orange Mound Community Center. He scored 19 points in a loss to …

[ad_1] The Golden State Warriors drafted Brandin Podziemski with the 19th pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. However, the rookie guard’s route toward legitimate playing time quickly became complicated as Golden State acquired Chris Paul and Cory Joseph during the early stages of the offseason. Suddenly, Podziemski looks like he could be the latest Warriors draft addition to struggling for …

[ad_1] Sixers to play Celtics twice in 2023-24 preseason schedule originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia The 2023-24 Sixers will start their preseason right where they ended last year. The team’s first preseason game under head coach Nick Nurse will be an Oct. 8 matchup at TD Garden against the Celtics. Jayson Tatum scored 51 points and Boston blew the …

[ad_1] Apr 2, 2023; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Quentin Grimes (6) on defense during the first half against the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports / © Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports LAS VEGAS — Quentin Grimes worked out with JJ Redick in the Hamptons last month. He’s competing against some …

[ad_1] MIAMI — This weekend in South Florida sports lineage belongs to former Miami Dolphins linebacker Zach Thomas, and his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. Next weekend in South Florida sports annals belongs to Dwyane Wade, and the iconic Miami Heat guard’s induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Mass. …

[ad_1] Chet Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder will open preseason play against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. How’s that for an exhibition affair? The Thunder will host the Spurs at 7 p.m. Oct. 9 at Paycom Center. Fans will be in for a treat as Wembanyama, the recent No. 1 pick and most hyped prospect since LeBron …

[ad_1] As the calendar flips to August, the popularity of Pro-Am leagues skyrocket. Due to it being the slowest time of the year in the NBA calendar, Pro-Am leagues allow NBA players to scrimmage against a mix of their colleagues and highly talented amateurs. This was the case for Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jaylin Williams, who participated in OKC’s Pro-Am …

[ad_1] After the wheels were put into motion just over two years ago when Texas and Oklahoma made their move to the SEC, the Big 12 has completed its comeback and dismantling of the Pac-12. After Colorado joined at the end of July, Arizona, Arizona State and Utah have also joined the league now. During the time of change, Bob …

[ad_1] Kuminga says ‘this is the year’ for breakout Warriors season originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The Warriors will need a big boost from their bench during the 2023-24 NBA season and Jonathan Kuminga hopes he can rise to the challenge. Golden State’s young forward spoke to ESPN’s Leonard Solms in an exclusive interview at the Basketball without …

[ad_1] The rest of the “Four Corners” schools are heading to the Big 12. Arizona, Arizona State and Utah will all join Colorado in the Big 12 starting ahead of the 2024-25 athletic season, the conference announced Friday night. In adding three more Pac-12 teams, the Big 12 in 2024 will swell to 16 programs, the largest membership in league …

[ad_1] What should we think about the Boston Celtics’ current roster and their prospects for the upcoming NBA season? Star forward Jaylen Brown‘s supermax contract extension and his desire to improve the team’s defensive identity are certainly a major part of the equation. The addition of former Washington Wizards star big man Kristaps Porzingis and how he fits with All-NBA …

[ad_1] Gov. Ron DeSantis attacked the NBA players union Friday for criticizing the Orlando Magic’s $50,000 contribution to the Super PAC supporting his presidential campaign. “It appears the NBA took a break from protesting our anthem and bending the knee to Communist China to chirp about my policies,” DeSantis wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter. The Magic, owned by …