Giannis Antetokounmpo to miss game on Wednesday

For three decades we’ve covered many amazing basketball characters, but some stand above the rest—not only because of their on-court skills (though those are always relevant), but because of how they influenced and continue to influence basketball culture, and thus influenced SLAM. Meanwhile, SLAM has also changed those players’ lives…

Jeremy Fears Jr. of Michigan State was discharged from the hospital on Sunday following a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the leg that occurred at his home in Illinois the day before, as revealed by his father on social media. “Jr is doing really good. Discharged and headed home. #blessed,” Fears’…

Photo: EuroLeague Basketball/YouTube screenshot After three seasons, FC Barcelona and head coach Sarunas Jasikevicius have mutually agreed to part ways, the club announced. During his tenure as the Barcelona head coach from 2020 to 2023, Jasikevicius led the team to two Liga Endesa titles (2021, 2023), two Copa del Rey…

Photo: Seattle Storm/Twitter Surprisingly, it’s not unusual to witness wealthy NBA players experiencing financial ruin shortly after retiring. Despite earning substantial incomes, these players have the opportunity to lead lives of opulence, affluence, and independence. Nevertheless, a significant number of them make poor choices that lead to financial destitution, causing…

LeBron James recorded a massive double-double of 22 points and 20 rebounds in Game 4 for the Lakers, leading his team to the overtime win against the Grizzlies (117-111). His head coach Darvin Ham praised the four-time NBA champion, emphasizing his preparation for games that allow him to produce such…

Victor Wembanyama has struggled with his shooting early in the season, connecting on just 14 of 62 three-point attempts, which equates to 22.6 percent. His overall field goal percentage stands at 41 percent. While Wembanyama is already widely regarded as one of the NBA’s premier defensive players, his ability to…