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As reported by ESPN, restricted free agent Josh Giddey has finalized a four-year contract valued at $100 million to continue his career with the Chicago Bulls. The agreement is fully guaranteed and features no options for either the player or the team. Although the Bulls announced the contract on Tuesday, they did not reveal specific terms. At just 22 years …

•Get the NBA App•Track Free Agents in 2025•All reported transactions for every team The New York Knicks were on the verge of an early exit in the first round of the 2025 playoffs. They managed a few significant comebacks and had the good fortune of facing the Detroit Pistons, who struggled with turnovers and committed fouls at crucial moments. Conversely, …

With preseason just around the corner, we’re at a point where we can begin assessing each team and their anticipated starting lineups. In this piece, I’ll share my predictions for the starters of each team, as well as highlight some competition for positions, whether for the first game of the season or further down the line. **Projected Starters:** PG: Trae …

In an interview with China Daily, Tony Parker reiterated his stance that the NBA, EuroLeague, and FIBA should join forces to create a unified league in Europe. As a stakeholder in the EuroLeague through his ownership of ASVEL, Parker believes the establishment of an NBA Europe is only a matter of time, emphasizing the need for collective participation in this …

At the age of 40, and approaching 41 as he embarks on his 23rd season in the NBA, LeBron James is clearly in the twilight of an illustrious career. Nevertheless, the prospect of transitioning into coaching in the future appears highly improbable. While on a trip to China this summer, he reiterated his total disinterest in taking on a coaching …

UNCASVILLE, Conn. – Billy Donovan, the head coach of the Chicago Bulls, has been at the helm for half of his ten seasons in the NBA. During this time, he has led the team to the playoffs just once. Even accounting for his five successful years with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Donovan has managed to advance beyond the first round …

After a report surfaced in early 2024, highlighting possible misconduct related to an endorsement arrangement tied to Kawhi Leonard’s contract extension with the Los Angeles Clippers, team owner Steve Ballmer engaged in a conversation with ESPN to clarify his involvement in the matter, emphasizing the necessity for the NBA to probe the claims. “The integrity of the salary cap rules …

• EuroBasket 2025: Official website | Match Schedule, Standings & Results | Team Rosters • Catch EuroBasket 2025 live on Courtside 1891 Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkić contributed 15 points as Bosnia and Herzegovina secured an 84-76 victory over Group C opponent Georgia, ensuring their advancement to the knockout stage of EuroBasket on Thursday. Despite trailing by 12 points at …

• EuroBasket 2025: Official website | Matches • Schedule, standings & results | Player rosters • Stream EuroBasket 2025 on Courtside 1891 LIMASSOL, Cyprus— Spain finds itself in a precarious position in Group C, facing the possibility of elimination after suffering a 67-63 loss to Italy on Tuesday. However, the reigning EuroBasket champions still have the power to determine their …

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame stands as the ultimate and most fitting conclusion to Carmelo Anthony’s basketball journey. Unlike previous stops along the way, Springfield, Massachusetts, won’t have any regrets about him, nor question when he might secure a championship; this will be a permanent home for him. Once he is enshrined in the Hall, there will be …

Following numerous unsuccessful attempts, the NBA has chosen to adopt the USA vs. the World structure for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game, as reported by Shams Charania. Traditionally, most local European All-Star Games feature a team comprised of local talent paired against an ensemble of mostly American players classified as “foreign.” With the East vs. West format’s waning allure and …

• EuroBasket 2025: Official website | Match schedules, standings & outcomes | Team rosters | Stream EuroBasket 2025 on Courtside 1891 On Wednesday, Myles Hesson dropped 25 points, guiding Britain to its first win in 12 years at the EuroBasket tournament, achieving an 89-83 surprise victory over Montenegro that dashed their opponents’ chances of making it to the knockout stage. …

The Dallas Mavericks have solidified their future by locking in a key forward for years to come. According to Shams Charania, P.J. Washington has finalized a contract extension worth $90 million over four years. This agreement ensures that Washington will remain with the Mavericks until the conclusion of the 2029–30 season, creating a sense of stability for both the athlete …

Ermal Kuqo, a former EuroLeague player known for his lengthy tenure at Anadolu Efes, has taken on the role of Senior Director of Minor League Operations with the New York Knicks. As reported by Mike Scotto of Hoopshype, “Kuqo has dedicated the last nine years to the Los Angeles Clippers, where he served as the Director of International Pro Scouting. …

In the realm of fantasy basketball, achieving success frequently hinges not on acquiring the most prominent stars, but rather on discovering hidden gems who can exceed expectations based on where they are drafted. This is especially true for sleeper guards, who provide unique prospects: they often make significant contributions across several statistical categories, see a boost in usage as their …

When it comes to nicknames, the title given to the 2008 Team USA men’s basketball squad — “Redeem Team” — doesn’t quite measure up to the legendary one bestowed upon the team 16 years earlier, the “Dream Team” of 1992. This iconic assembly, regarded by many as the finest collection of talent in any professional sport, showcased an incredible lineup …

When the NBA underwent sudden and unannounced transformations, resulting in fundamental changes to the game, Dwight Howard displayed an unparalleled sense of timing. He jumped straight from high school to the NBA in 2004, just before the league eliminated that pathway. Entering as a powerful post player and key part of the offensive strategy, he arrived at a time when …

Limassol, Cyprus – John Horst, the general manager of the Bucks, alongside head coach Doc Rivers and his top assistant Darvin Ham, were seated courtside for Greece’s opening Eurobasket matchup against Italy. While many speculated their presence was purely for supporting Giannis, there was another reason for their attendance. The game served as a pivotal assessment regarding the prospective signing …

Following a remarkable performance at the Olympics and a season spent with the Sixers, Guerschon Yabusele is poised to take on a leadership role with the French national team during Eurobasket. He aspires to have a significant impact in New York as well. In an interview with the Israeli media outlet “One,” after facing defeat against Deni Avdija and his …

Thanasis Antetokounmpo is poised to make his return to the Milwaukee Bucks. Following surgery late in the 2023-24 season, the 33-year-old forward missed the entire 2024-25 season but has since rejoined the Greek national team. He is currently competing at EuroBasket 2025 under the leadership of Vassilis Spanoulis. The announcement of his return to the Bucks was made through the …

Former NBA point guard Jeremy Lin shared an emotional announcement regarding his retirement from professional basketball in a heartfelt Instagram post on Saturday evening. “It has been a tremendous honor to compete against the toughest athletes under the brightest lights and to push the boundaries of what people thought was achievable for someone who looks like me,” he expressed. “I’ve …

• EuroBasket 2025: Official website | Matches • Schedule, standings & results | Team rosters • Stream on Courtside 1891 On Saturday, Sacramento Kings guard Dennis Schröder led Germany to a 107-88 victory over Lithuania, scoring 26 points and securing the first spot in the final 16 of EuroBasket. Orlando Magic’s Franz Wagner contributed significantly with 24 points and seven …

**• Get the NBA App** An optimistic highlight for all 30 teams as the season kicks off is the fact that everyone is equal, tied for the top spot on the inaugural night. But what happens by the time the season wraps up in April? Where do these teams find themselves seven months later? That’s the question some developing squads …

• Download the NBA Application Considering the selection process for NBA All-Stars, rather than merely assessing player performance, it’s understandable that some deserving athletes end up overlooked. Each season, rosters are constructed by three distinct groups, each with its own set of criteria. The starting lineup is determined through votes cast by fans, players, and the media. Typically, the choices …

• EuroBasket 2025: Official website | Matches • Schedule, standings, and results | Team rosters LIMASSOL, Cyprus (AP) — American guard Jordan Loyd showcased his shooting prowess by nailing seven 3-pointers and totaling 32 points, propelling Poland to a 105-95 victory over Slovenia and NBA superstar Luka Doncic in their EuroBasket opener on Thursday. Despite Loyd’s impressive performance, Doncic, who …