2005 Nick Van Exel lights out shooting vs. 76ers

Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins thought rookie GG Jackson did a solid job during this past weekend’s 106-94 home loss vs. the New York Knicks (career-high 20 points, 6 rebounds, 2 blocks, 9 made field goals, and 27 minutes played). (via Memphis Grizzlies): “He took advantage of the opportunity….

In the midst of trade speculations swirling around the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James addresses questions regarding the team’s potential moves as the trade deadline approaches. Following the Lakers’ road victory against the Charlotte Hornets, James responded to inquiries about the team’s readiness to pursue trades, emphasizing the current roster’s…

Photo: YouTube screenshot Here’s former NBA scoring machine Jamal Crawford discussing talented youngsters Paolo Banchero (Orlando Magic) & Brandon Miller (Charlotte Hornets). (via NBA.com): July 5th Q&A  Which rookie from last year do you think will improve the most next year? – from Grant in Iowa Paolo Banchero because his…

This story appears in SLAM KICKS 27. Get your copy now. Devin Booker is different. The way he approaches the game is different. His obsession with decades past, definitely different. His extensive classic car collection, different. His Arizona home decked out with tastefully placed vintage furniture, different. His historian-like knowledge…

Photo: Cleveland Cavaliers/Twitter Ricky Rubio admits that his time in the NBA is already ticking now. The veteran point guard appeared in an interview recently with Liga Endesa and has expressed his reflective thoughts of soon leaving the league. “My idea when I left Europe to play in the NBA…

Malik Beasley is set to join the Detroit Pistons, marking his fifth team in four years. According to NBA insider Shams Charania, Beasley plans to sign a one-year, $6 million-plus deal with Detroit. Beasley, known for his sharpshooting, saw his value rise after a stint with the Milwaukee Bucks last…