Meyers Leonard remains with the Bucks

The host team kicked off the 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend on a positive note as Indiana Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin was unanimously named the MVP of the Rising Stars Challenge. Mathurin showcased his skills by scoring 18 points in Team Jalen’s semifinal game, contributing to the team’s success and ultimately…

The Dallas Mavericks have signed Jamarion Sharp, the tallest player in college basketball, to a one-year deal. NBA insider Chris Haynes reported that Sharp, a 7-foot-5 undrafted free agent center, has agreed to join the Mavericks. Undrafted free agent center Jamarion Sharp – tallest player in college at 7-5 –…

Photo: David Berding/Getty Images Detroit Pistons head coach Dwane Casey praised Hamidou Diallo for setting the tone during last night’s 116-104 road win vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves (12 points/8 rebounds/3 assists/2 steals/2 blocks/5-10 FG/2-4 FT).  (via Bally Sports Detroit): Reporter: “Do you think that second unit kinda takes on the…

The NBA is set to bring its prestigious All-Star Weekend to Phoenix in 2027, with the Phoenix Suns and the Footprint Center selected as hosts for the highly anticipated event, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. The upcoming event adds to Phoenix’s burgeoning reputation as a basketball destination, with the…

Photo: Boston Celtics/Twitter Former player turned analyst Kendrick Perkins does not approve of the Kristaps Porzingis trade which included Boston parting ways with Marcus Smart. He thinks that the trade disrupts the Celtics’ continuity the importance of which was demonstrated by the Nuggets this year. Besides, he says, Porzingis has…

The Knicks and Jazz have reportedly begun trade negotiations to send All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell to the Big Apple, per Tony Jones and Shams Charania of The Athletic. The Jazz and Knicks have started talks in a deal that would bring Donovan Mitchell to New York, League Sources tell myself…