Ben Simmons deactivates an Instagram account

As the NBA trade deadline looms, the Los Angeles Lakers are exploring ways to enhance their roster, but recent reports indicate they are resolute in retaining third-year guard Austin Reaves. While there is speculation around potential trade targets like Dejounte Murray of the Atlanta Hawks, the Lakers are adamant about…

Spanish basketball icon Rudy Fernandez, who turns 39 today, has declared his intention to retire at the conclusion of the current season. Fernandez, renowned for his illustrious career with Real Madrid and international success, will bid farewell to professional basketball after leaving an indelible mark on the sport. 14 EuroLeague…

Dejounte Murray’s remarkable 44-point outing led the Atlanta Hawks to a thrilling overtime victory against the league-leading Boston Celtics, with Murray taking an astonishing 44 shots during the game. Despite his extraordinary scoring display, Murray remained humble, acknowledging that he still felt he played poorly despite his impressive numbers. Reflecting…

Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton thought the group played determined basketball late in Game 3 vs. the New York Knicks (Pacers won 111-106 at home/outscored Knicks 26-16 during the fourth quarter). *NYK leads series 2-1* (via Indiana Pacers): Reporter: “As a group, you guys were operating on a pretty high…

Photo: Portland Trail Blazers/Twitter The first piece of Damian Lillard’s “dream scenario” has fallen into place after the Trail Blazers and Jerami Grant reached an agreement on a new deal. According to NBA insider Shams Charania, the 29-year-old small forward will sign a five-year, $160 million contract with Portland. Free…

Photo: Golden State Warriors/Twitter Though he is glad of the Chris Paul acquisition, Klay Thompson still has longing thoughts about Jordan Poole. In his appearance on Paul George’s “Podcast P,” Thompson reflected on the hardships of the NBA’s business side as Poole is now out of the Golden State Warriors…