Jamal Murray discusses playing with DeAndre Jordan and Nikola Jokic

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…

NBA legend Dominique Wilkins has responded to recent comments by Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards, who suggested that Michael Jordan was the only player from the past with genuine skill. Wilkins, speaking on the All the Smoke podcast, expressed frustration with Edwards’ remarks, stating, “I hate when they try to…

Sports media downplays Chennedy Carter’s cheap shot on Caitlin Clark last Saturday, but Jemele Hill, a notorious race-baiter, went further. In an X post on Tuesday, Hill sympathized with Carter, praising her “resolve” during the loss to the New York Liberty. “I’m guessing it’s been a rough couple days for…

Renaissance. And no, we’re not talking about Beyonce’s impeccable dance hall-inspired album from 2022. We’re talking about the WNBA. Established legends, up-and-coming stars and rookies with rockstar followings. This season has brought a whole new level of intrigue—though the real ones know this League has always been filled with hype…

The Portland Trail Blazers have signed guard Taze Moore to a Two-Way contract, it was announced today by Trail Blazers General Manager Joe Cronin. Moore originally signed a 10-day contract with the Portland Trail Blazers on Jan. 20, 2024, then signed for the rest of the season on April 14….

The Warriors opened the Western Conference Semifinals with a home loss against the Lakers (112-117). Klay Thompson, who scored 25 points for the defending NBA champions, says that the moral of his team is not low, despite the loss. “It was a quick turnaround but can’t dwell on it because…