Stephen A. Smith is skeptical about Charles Barkley retiring

The Los Angeles Lakers have won their first game of the season thanks to a gutsy performance from an injured Anthony Davis and some key contributions from Russell Westbrook. AD dropped 23 points and 15 rebounds, and Brodie posted 18 points, eight rebounds, and eight assists in 32 minutes off…

The Houston Rockets have been linked to high-profile stars Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo in recent trade speculation. While the Rockets are not opposed to the idea of acquiring a superstar forward, they have no plans to pursue such a move this season. Continue reading Rockets prioritize youth development over…

Photo: Philadelphia 76ers/Twitter In a long-anticipated move, the 76ers have fulfilled James Harden’s desire, trading the superstar to the Los Angeles Clippers in a multi-player deal. Harden’s arrival in Los Angeles, however, comes with a noteworthy sacrifice, as he has agreed to waive a substantial $5.1 million trade bonus to…

Photo: Getty Images Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal has entered the league’s health and safety protocols, sources told Marc J. Spears of ESPN and Andscape. This makes him unavailable to suit up for the team’s Sunday showdown against the Memphis Grizzlies. Wizards say Bradley Beal has entered the NBA’s health…

Image courtesy: Getty Images The Milwaukee Bucks players Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton are listed as probable to return to the lineup on Monday vs. the Detroit Pistons. Antetokounmpo and Middleton have been out since Jan. 11 and Dec. 15, respectively. Bucks stars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton are listed…

The Miami Heat have waived Nassir Little, Zyon Pullin, Isaiah Stevens and Warren Washington. Little, who was signed on September 24, appeared in two preseason games with the HEAT totaling 16 points, six rebounds, three assists and two steals while shooting 4-of-14 from the field, 4-of-8 from three-point range and…