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In a hostile environment, the New York Knicks star guard Jalen Brunson responded strongly to the intense heckling from the Detroit Pistons crowd, who were chanting disparaging remarks at him throughout the game. Continue reading P.J. Tucker explains how heckling motivates pro players at TalkBasket.net. Check out our Latest News…

Stephen A. Smith of ESPN believes that Los Angeles Lakers veteran forward LeBron James is directly responsible for ruining the slam dunk contest. Smith asserted that LeBron James’ refusal to participate was the beginning and the catalyst for the decline of the slam dunk contest, adding that there is no…

Photo: USA Basketball/Twitter The New York Knicks have selected Lithuanian point guard Rokas Jokubaitis in the draft and are closely monitoring his progress. Although he’s likely to remain with Barcelona for the upcoming season, he will also get an opportunity to compete against two potential future teammates, Jalen Brunson and…

The Philadelphia 76ers have made a move to secure Jared Butler’s future with the team, converting his two-way contract into a standard two-year NBA deal. Continue reading 76ers convert Jared Butler’s contract at TalkBasket.net. Check out our Latest News and Follow us at Facebook Original Source

Both Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen chose not to attend the Bulls’ inaugural Ring of Honor gala, where 13 players, coaches, and executives were being inducted. Regarding their absence, Bulls chairman Jerry Reinsdorf commented to the Chicago Sun Times, “I actually don’t know how much effort went into it.” He…

Photo: Charlotte Hornets/Twitter The NBA’s Board of Governors has approved the sale of the Charlotte Hornets to a group led by Rick Schnall and Gabe Plotkin, clearing the way to end Michael Jordan’s 13-year run as majority owner, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski tweets. The completed sale of the team – purchased…