Aaron Gordon: Nikola Joker is “just a genius who happens to play basketball”

If you know SLAM, then you should know my story, but I want to really get into the journey I’ve been on… I’ve always tried to do things a different way, and I’ve never been afraid of taking a risk.  That meant going to Oak Hill, when I was already…

Russell Westbrook does not have a reputation of a reliable shooter to say the least. This clip from the game between the Clippers and Warriors is good illustration of that. In the video Westbrook is dribbling the ball at the three-point line with zero defenders within few feet from him….

It was clear that after the Philadelphia 76ers’ second-round exit in last year’s playoffs at the hands of the Miami Heat, more moves needed to be made to take this team over the top. Sixers star Joel Embiid had an MVP-worthy campaign. Tyrese Maxey had his breakout season. James Harden…

Photo: NBA Interviews/YouTube In preparation for the 2023 FIBA World Cup, featuring Team USA against Greece, Jordan, and New Zealand in Group B, Steve Kerr has joined Spanish football club RCD Mallorca’s leadership. The club, owned by Andy Kohlberg, also includes Steve Nash as a shareholder. “I am a friend…

Photo: FIBA MANILA, Philippines — Boasting an untarnished 3-0 card, the Dominican Republic swept Group A after an excellent quarter-finisher over Angola, 75-67, at the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup on Tuesday, Aug. 29, in Smart Araneta Coliseum. From being down by as many as 13, Angola got back on…

Photo: Toronto Raptors/Twitter Pascal Siakam’s absence from the Raptors’ Summer League game has fueled trade rumors surrounding the star forward. According to a report by Michael Grange of sportsnet.ca, Siakam’s decision to stay away suggests his reluctance to be present amid ongoing contract extension discussions and trade talks. Siakam’s impressive…