Cade Cunningham’s triple-double lifts Pistons over Knicks

When Jonas Valanciunas became an unrestricted free agent this offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers showed interest. Despite speculation, the Lithuanian center signed a three-year, $30 million contract with the Washington Wizards. Insider Jovan Buha revealed that while Valanciunas was on LeBron James’ list, he was not a top priority for…

The Los Angeles Lakers, once riding high after clinching the In-Season Tournament title, are now navigating troubled waters, with a concerning 3-10 record in their last 13 games. NBA insider Shams Charania shed light on a growing discord between head coach Darvin Ham and the Lakers’ locker room, revealing a…

Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler remembers a physical Carmelo Anthony welcoming him to the NBA down in the post. (via Miami Heat- My Rookie Experience): “I would say my welcome to the NBA moment was guarding Carmelo Anthony in Madison Square Garden. He literally like bruised my sternum from the…

Bronny James faced difficulties in his freshman season at USC and isn’t getting much support as he heads into the NBA Draft. Despite declaring for the draft, his performance at USC, averaging fewer than five points per game, hasn’t garnered much confidence. He’s still eligible to return to college. His…

The New York Knicks have agreed to a deal with Chuma Okeke. According to NBA insider Michael Scotto, Okeke will join the Knicks after spending four seasons with the Orlando Magic. The 25-year-old forward averaged 6.3 points and 3.7 rebounds in 20.3 minutes per game with Orlando. The New York…

Photo: Rick Osentoski, USA TODAY Sports Sports journalist Jason Whitlock took a shot at Michigan men’s basketball coach Juwan Howard who was restrained by players in a late-game meltdown on Wednesday. “As a person, Juwan Howard was one of the best young athletes I ever covered. Didn’t see him turning…