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Watch: Robert Covington hits game winning alley-oop lay-in

First, Ricky Rubio hits a three pointer for the Minnesota Timberwoves to tie the game up 91-91 with less than two seconds left. Then, the Philadelphia 76ers come up with a fantastic in-bounds play as they find Robert Covington cutting to the basket. Covington makes a very athletic play and hits the alley-oop lay-up as […]

DALLAS, TX – FEBRUARY 28: Zach LaVine #8 of the Minnesota Timberwolves takes a shot against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on February 28, 2016 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Zach LaVine is developing into a polished scoring threat for Minnesota

Throughout his short NBA career, Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Zach LaVine has been known for one thing: his high-flying dunks. Ever since his days at UCLA, all people could talk about was his athleticism and high-flying acrobatics. However, its only for so long you can hold that moniker until people wonder if that is all […]

LOS ANGELES, CA – DECEMBER 05: Louis Williams #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers waits for a free throw during the second half of a 107-101 Utah Jazz win at Staples Center on December 5, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Lou Williams continues to shoulder the offensive workload for Lakers

This week, has been an amazing week of basketball for Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Lou Williams. Williams, who is the Lakers’ sixth man coming off the bench, has been tasked with the duty of shouldering the offensive workload for a team without Jose Caledron, D’Angelo Russell, and Nick Young. Without Russell, the Lakers are […]

The Toronto Raptors Are Coming

In the present day NBA, there’s only a handful of teams that most general NBA fans would consider contenders. Most of those teams are in the Western Conference. Out west there are the Golden State Warriors, San Antonio Spurs, and Los Angeles Clippers. That leaves the only true contender in the East to be the […]

NBA Trade Rumors: Possible Destinations for Nerlens Noel

Although typically NBA trade rumors heat up after Christmas due to the February 23 trade deadline, there have been many rumors involving Nerlens Noel and the Philadelphia 76ers wish to move him. The Noel rumors have been going on for years now. Ever since the Sixers drafted big man Joel Embiid, rumors have been pouring […]

ATLANTA, GA – OCTOBER 13: Dwight Howard #8 of the Atlanta Hawks looks on during the game against the Atlanta Hawks at Philips Arena on October 13, 2016 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Dwight Howard Has Made the Atlanta Hawks a Legitimate Contender

Dwight Howard was signed by the Atlanta Hawks in free agency this past offseason. It was a move that many questioned, especially given the attitude issues that he had with the Houston Rockets. Atlanta’s offseason didn’t go nearly according to plan. They were hoping to re-sign star big man Al Horford, but seeing him sign […]

LOS ANGELES, CA – NOVEMBER 22: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder calls for a foul during the first half against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on November 22, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Russell Westbrook Dominates Lakers to Boost MVP Resume

Russell Westbrook decided to stay with the Oklahoma City Thunder long-term and prove that he is capable of leading them to a big season without Kevin Durant. He has been able to produce huge numbers, while also leading the Thunder to some big wins. Unfortunately, some tough losses have also come Oklahoma City’s way early […]

WASHINGTON, DC – NOVEMBER 17: Kristaps Porzingis #6 of the New York Knicks looks on against the Washington Wizards at Verizon Center on November 17, 2016 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Kristaps Porzingis Continues Growing Into Superstar for New York Knicks

Kristaps Porzingis was selected with the No. 4 overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft. It was a move that made many New York Knicks fans scratch their heads and some went farther with their unhappiness with the pick. Most of those fans have now been won over by the 7-foot-3 big man and are […]

ATLANTA, GA – NOVEMBER 09: Jimmy Butler #21 of the Chicago Bulls reacts after a basket against the Atlanta Hawks at Philips Arena on November 9, 2016 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Jimmy Butler Powers Chicago Bulls with Huge 40-Point Game vs. Lakers

Jimmy Butler and the Chicago Bulls came into the 2016-17 NBA season with many question marks surrounding the makeup of their team. Some thought that they would be one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference, while others didn’t think that the Bulls had a good roster makeup. After the first 14 games of […]

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – NOVEMBER 18: Jeff Teague #44 of the Indiana Pacers dribbles the ball during the game against the Phoenix Suns at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on November 18, 2016 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Indiana Pacers’ Jeff Teague Shows Off Star Talent with 30 Points vs. Thunder

Jeff Teague has been inconsistent at times this season for the Indiana Pacers, but over the last couple of weeks has been coming into his own. He showed that once again on Sunday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder by scoring 30 points to go along with nine assists in a huge road victory. Even […]

ORLANDO, FL – NOVEMBER 03: DeMarcus Cousins #15 of the Sacramento Kings reacts to a foul during the game against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center on November 3, 2016 in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)

Report: One NBA Exec Believes DeMarcus Cousins Will Be Traded to Boston

DeMarcus Cousins is one of the hottest names being brought up in NBA trade rumors. He has been rumored to be available for the better part of two years, but the Sacramento Kings have never pulled the trigger on a deal involving him. That might change at some point this season. According to a report […]

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – OCTOBER 26: Jeff Teague #44 of the Indiana Pacers shoots the ball during the game against the Dallas Mavericks at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on October 26, 2016 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Indiana Pacers Need Jeff Teague To Stay Aggressive

Jeff Teague was acquired by the Indiana Pacers in a three-team trade this past offseason that sent George Hill out of town. It was a big deal that many thought immediately made the Pacers a serious contender. One of the biggest issues that the Pacers had during their back-to-back Eastern Conference Finals appearances was the […]

SAN ANTONIO,TX – OCTOBER 29: Anthony Davis #23 of the New Orleans Pelicans goes thru dribbling exercises before their game against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center on October 29, 2016 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that , by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)

Can Anthony Davis win both the MVP and scoring title?

New Orleans Pelicans superstar forward Anthony Davis is looking to accomplish a feat that hasn’t been done since the 1999-00 season by Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal. The feat that he is trying to carry out is winning both the MVP and scoring title as a big man. As I mentioned, O’Neal was the last […]

National anthem protests now include the actual anthem performer

The National Anthem protests sweeping across the United States don’t typically involve the singer of the Anthem. That changed Monday when one Anthem singer decided to make a statement. On Monday night, the Sacramento Kings hosted Israeli basketball team Maccabi Haifa B.C. during an exhibition game in Sacramento. Before the game, singer Leah Tysse sang the […]

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