Basketball

Photo: NBA on ESPN/YouTube screenshot Since his trade from the 76ers to the Clippers, James Harden is yet to secure a win, expressing the need for a 10-game window to gauge his performance. Joining the Clippers without the benefit of a training camp and preseason games, the former MVP acknowledges…

Image by tookapic from Pixabay Are you ready to dive into the exhilarating world of NBA Fantasy Leagues? Whether you’re a seasoned basketball fan or new to the courtside buzz, joining a fantasy league can enhance your sports experience. Here’s a comprehensive guide to get you started and ensure you…

Following the Memphis Grizzlies’ 127-121 defeat to the Jazz, head coach Taylor Jenkins delivered a scathing assessment of the officiating, leaving no room for ambiguity. Struggling with a one-win and eight-loss record, the Grizzlies find themselves at the bottom of the NBA standings early in the season. Jenkins, in a…

Photo: Los Angeles Lakers/YouTube screenshot LeBron James, despite a first-quarter injury scare, scored 32 points, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 122-119 victory over the Phoenix Suns in the NBA In-Season Tournament opener. The 38-year-old veteran, in his 21st season, showcased his brilliance, shooting 11 of 17 from the…

Photo: Minnesota Timberwolves/Twitter In the midst of the NBA In-Season Tournament Night, Rudy Gobert and Victor Wembanyama faced off on the court. The Minnesota Timberwolves emerged victorious, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 117-110, with the 31-year-old Gobert achieving a double-double of 11 points and 10 rebounds. Contrastingly, the top pick…

Welcome to the first column of Hoops, Rap and Everything Black—a weekly column dedicated to exploring and celebrating basketball and hip-hop culture in its purest form along with elements of Black culture. For more about what you can expect on a weekly basis, read here. When I was deciding how…

Most know, but for those of you who don’t: SLAM was founded in 1994 as a publication that intertwines the game and hip-hop culture. As a ‘94 baby myself, I was raised on SLAM. I’m from the era of hoop that coined the phrase, “ball is life” and I was…

Photo: Thumbnail/YouTube.com For most NBA players, parlays aren’t top of mind during competition. The Miami Heat veteran Jimmy Butler, indifferent to fans’ parlays, still enjoys engaging with spectators, especially those courtside. In a recent game against the struggling Memphis Grizzlies, a bettor needed Butler to score 20 points for their…

Photo: Barça Basket/X FC Barcelona maintained their second position in the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague standings with a hard-fought 86-81 victory over Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet in Palau Blaugrana. Jan Vesely sealed the win with a game-winning 2+1 play with 1:23 remaining. Jabari Parker and Willy Hernangomez played pivotal roles, with Parker…

Despite Victor Wembanyama’s stellar 29-point performance, the San Antonio Spurs fell short against the Minnesota Timberwolves, losing 117-110 in their NBA In-Season Tournament opener. Karl-Anthony Towns dominated with 29 points and 12 rebounds, leading the Timberwolves to their fifth consecutive victory, while Anthony Edwards contributed 28 points and Rudy Gobert…