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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 …

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 …