Basketball

The Los Angeles Clippers officially announced the signing of a contract extension with star forward Kawhi Leonard. Before reaching this agreement, Leonard had the option to enter unrestricted free agency by rejecting a $48.8 million player option for the 2024/25 season. While the specific details of the extension remain undisclosed,…

Brooklyn Nets’ star point guard, Ben Simmons, appears poised to make a return to the court after grappling with back issues that sidelined him since early November. Despite setbacks, Simmons, currently with the team in Paris for the NBA Paris Game 2024 against the Cleveland Cavaliers, teased his imminent comeback…

EA7 Emporio Armani Milan has strengthened its EuroLeague roster with the acquisition of NBA veteran Rodney McGruder, securing his services until the culmination of the 2023-24 season. La Pallacanestro Olimpia Milano comunica di aver raggiunto un accordo fino al termine della stagione con Rodney McGruder. 🇮🇹 Comunicato ufficiale 👉🏻 https://t.co/hDB7D3FtlF🇬🇧…

Golden State Warriors’ forward Draymond Green is gearing up for his return to the court after serving a suspension for striking Jusuf Nurkic in the head. Green’s absence has been felt by the team, with a record of 7-6 during his suspension, contributing to the Warriors’ overall season standing of…

New York Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein appreciates what new teammate OG Anunoby brings to the group (5-0 record with Anunoby). (via New York Knicks): “Getting OG on both sides has been great for us. I think the ball has been moving a lot better. Defensively, I think he’s been doing…

Toronto Raptors forward Thaddeus Young spoke about Scottie Barnes’ growth as a player after Tuesday’s 132-131 road loss vs. the Los Angeles Lakers (26 points/3 rebounds/6 assists/2 blocks/11-20 FG/3-7 3-PT/1-2 FT). (via Toronto Raptors): Reporter: “What have you been able to see from Scottie? Obviously this is not the first…

In a strategic move, Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham, with the approval of LeBron James and Anthony Davis, opted to shift D’Angelo Russell from the starting lineup to the bench in late December. Dave McMenamin of ESPN reported that after a four-game losing streak, Ham consulted with the…

Erik Spoelstra and the Miami Heat have inked a deal for an eight-year extension, valued at over $120 million. Since taking on the role of head coach in 2008, Spoelstra has led the team to six NBA Finals appearances, clinching two championships along the way. Erik Spoelstra, Heat Agree To…

Jakob Poeltl won’t be playing for an unspecified period due to a left ankle sprain. The reevaluation is scheduled in two weeks. The Toronto Raptors extended Poeltl’s contract in the recent offseason, committing to a four-year, $80 million deal. In the 36 games played this season, Poeltl has been contributing…

Washington Wizards head coach Wes Unseld Jr. was left extremely impressed by Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Chet Holmgren after Monday’s 136-128 home loss (31 points/4 rebounds/5 assists/2 blocks/11-14 FG/4-5 3-PT/5-8 FT). (via Washington Wizards): “Very unique skillset for a guy with his length and size. Obviously he can shoot, shooting…