REPORT: Toronto Marks Scottie Barnes As their Only Untouchable Player

Photo: New Orleans Pelicans/X New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III praised Jordan Hawkins’ shooting ability after last week’s 121-106 home win vs. the San Antonio Spurs. (via New Orleans Pelicans): Reporter: “Your first time playing with Hawkins. Those few minutes, what did you see? More space? What’d you think…

Photo: FIBA Nicolas Batum is anticipated to make his debut for the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday against the Washington Wizards. Previously part of the James Harden trade, Batum had been dealing with a personal matter. In the three games he has played this season, Batum has averaged 2.7 points and…

Stephen A. Smith commented on Thursday night’s presidential debate. The longtime ESPN commentator has openly discussed politics in recent years, despite the network’s “stick to sports” policy under President Jimmy Pitaro since 2018. Smith reiterated his political stance during his appearance on NewsNation’s debate coverage. After the debate, he shared…

Former NBA center and “Survivor” contestant Scot Pollard has successfully undergone a heart transplant, as announced by his wife, Dawn, in a post on social media. She shared that the surgery went well, and the transplanted heart is described as big, powerful, and a perfect fit. Dawn expressed gratitude to…

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick discussed Austin Reaves’ turnovers following the team’s loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on New Year’s Eve. Continue reading JJ Redick on Austin Reaves’ turnovers: “There’s a nature to his game” at TalkBasket.net. Check out our Latest News and Follow us at Facebook Original…

For three decades we’ve covered many amazing basketball characters, but some stand above the rest—not only because of their on-court skills (though those are always relevant), but because of how they influenced and continue to influence basketball culture, and thus influenced SLAM. Meanwhile, SLAM has also changed those players’ lives…