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SAN ANTONIO, TX – JUNE 15: Chris Bosh #1 and Ray Allen #34 of the Miami Heat look on from the bench in the closing minutes against the San Antonio Spurs during Game Five of the 2014 NBA Finals at the AT&T Center on June 15, 2014 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 Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Report: Ray Allen to Sit Out the 2014-15 NBA Season

After months of speculation, the ambiguity surrounding Ray Allen’s playing career, at least for the 2014-15 NBA season, is over with Allen announcing today that he’ll not be playing for any NBA team this season. Here’s the statement released by Allen in ESPN NBA writer Brian Windhorst’s piece: “Over the past several months, I have […]

LOS ANGELES, CA – MARCH 01: Injured player Kevin Durant of the Oklahoma City Thunder talks with D.J. Augustin #14 during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on March 1, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. The Thunder won 108-101. 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 Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

Kevin Durant Plans to Return before Season’s End

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star forward Kevin Durant hasn’t appeared in a NBA game since Feb. 19 after undergoing another procedure on his right foot on Feb. 22. It’s been a rough season, to say the least, for Durant and the Thunder, too, but KD has no plans to shut it down the rest of this season […]

the Denver Nuggets the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center on January 26, 2015 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 Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

Nuggets fire Brian Shaw

Head coach of the Nuggets Brian Shaw is being fired before the season is even finished with his team sitting at 20-39 and 56-85 over his two seasons with the team. Grantland’s Zach Lowe gives us some insight as to why the Nuggets have parted ways with the former Los Angeles Laker player. Shaw and […]

Undated: Forward Anthony Mason of the New York Knicks looks on during a game at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, New York. Mandatory Credit: Simon Bruty /Allsport

Former Knick Anthony Mason passes away

Former Knick great Anthony Mason has passed away at age 48. Mason had undergone multiple heart surgeries for congestive heart failure earlier in February and that is what ultimately took his life. He was a big reason the Knicks were able to get to the NBA Finals in 1994 due to his intimidating presence and willingness […]

NEW YORK, NY – MARCH 18: Phil Jackson stands for photos during his introductory press conference as President of the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on March 18, 2014 in New York City. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Phil Jackson likely to get fined for comments on college player

New York Knicks president Phil Jackson was at the Ohio State-Nebraska game scouting Ohio State’s D’Angelo Russell. However, Jackson made some comments on him that were inappropriate by the NBA’s standards and according to Yahoo! Sports, he is likley get a fine for it. Sources: Knicks president Phil Jackson will likely face a league fine […]

PHOENIX, AZ – JANUARY 30: Derrick Rose #1 of the Chicago Bulls on the bench before the NBA game against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center on January 30, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Bulls 99-93. 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Derrick Rose Has Part of Torn Mensicus Removed, Expected Back in 4-6 Weeks

The roller coaster season for the 2014-15 Chicago Bulls continues as point guard Derrick Rose underwent successful knee surgery Friday morning to remove part of the meniscus in his right knee. What looked like another season-ending injury a few days ago, the circumstances surrounding Rose’s injury have changed once again with the Bulls now expecting […]

CHARLOTTE, NC – DECEMBER 13: Richard Hamilton #32 of the Detroit Pistons wathces on during their game against the Charlotte Bobcats at Time Warner Cable Arena on December 13, 2008 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

Richard Hamilton formally announces retirement

Richard Hamilton, or as you might know him, Rip Hamilton has formally announced his retirement from the NBA after 14 seasons of playing for the Detroit Pistons, Chicago Bulls, and Washington Wizards. He was taken seventh overall in 1999 by the Wizards, but only lasted two seasons with them before his long stint with the […]

SAN ANTONIO, TX – MARCH 21: TV personality Craig Sager speaks on the court in the first half between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Baylor Bears during the second round of the 2014 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament at AT&T Center on March 21, 2014 in San Antonio, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Craig Sager is back!

Guys! Our favorite sideline reporter is going to be back next month! His son, Craig Sager Jr. confirmed it on Twitter. It’s official!! Sr just got cleared to return to work & will be back in action Thursday, March 5 for Thunder-Bulls!!! pic.twitter.com/dnUi2Wy7Ax — Craig Sager II (@CraigSagerJr)

OAKLAND, CA – JANUARY 27: Derrick Rose #1 of the Chicago Bulls stands on the court during their game against the Golden State Warriors at ORACLE Arena on January 27, 2015 in Oakland, 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Derrick Rose Out Indefinitely with Torn Meniscus

The Chicago Bulls announced via a press release today that Derrick Rose will have to undergo surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee. The team has not yet placed a timetable on his return, and a lot of that has to do with whether or not Rose, along with the Bulls, choose to […]

BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 15: Jeff Green #8 of the Boston Celtics and Thomas Robinson #41 of the Portland Trailblazers react after colliding underneath the basket in the second quarter during the game at TD Garden on November 15, 2013 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jared Wickerham/Getty Images)

Thomas Robinson claimed by the 76ers

Thomas Robinson has only been in the league since 2012, but he’s already become a journeyman. He was taken fifth overall in 2012’s NBA Draft by the Sacramento Kings, but was dealt to Houston later that season. Robinson was then traded that offseason to Portland where has had a chance to prosper, but was traded to […]

BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 14: Shawn Marion #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers warms up prior to a game against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on November 14, 2014 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Mike Lawrie/Getty Images)

Shawn Marion to miss two weeks due to hip strain

Cleveland Cavalier small forward Shawn Marion is set to miss two weeks because of a hip strain. It’s in his left hip and he found out after undergoing an MRI on Monday. Cavs coach David Blatt talked about why Marion hasn’t been playing recently and pointed out his hip as the main reason. “I knew before […]

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Atlanta’s Carroll says team will welcome back GM Ferry with ‘open arms’

The start of the 2014-15 NBA season for the Hawks started off quite rocky. Not for anything on the court but for off the court issues involving team GM Danny Ferry and allegations of racism. Since then, it’s been quiet on that front after Ferry took an indefinite leave of absence after the release of […]

PHOENIX, AZ – JANUARY 21: Thomas Robinson #41 of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts during the second half of the NBA game against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center on January 21, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Trail Blazers 118-113. 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Report: Thomas Robinson to Sign with the Nets

Thomas Robinson has been in the NBA less than three years and the former Kansas Jayhawk will now be on his fifth NBA team once his deal with the Brooklyn Nets becomes official. After being dealt by the Portland Trail Blazers in a deal that sent Arron Afflalo to Rip City, Robinson was immediately waived […]

1989: Jerome Kersey #25 of the Portland Trail Blazers shoots a free throw during the 1988-1989 NBA season game. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

Blazers to honor the late Jerome Kersey with a patch on team uniforms

He may have won an NBA title in 1999 with the San Antonio Spurs, but the late Jerome Kersey made a name for himself with the Blazers. As you may have heard, the former Blazer passed away recently, leaving the NBA world stunned at losing one of its best players to ever suit up. Kersey […]

NEW YORK, NY – FEBRUARY 14: Chris Bosh #1 of the Miami Heat and the Eastern Conference competes during the Degree Shooting Stars Competition as part of the 2015 NBA Allstar Weekend at Barclays Center on February 14, 2015 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. 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 Elsa/Getty Images)

It’s Official: Chris Bosh Ruled out for the Remainder of the 2014-15 Season

The Miami Heat confirmed on Saturday afternoon that All-Star forward Chris Bosh will miss the remainder of the 2014-15 NBA season to effectively treat blood clots in Bosh’s lung. OFFICIAL: The HEAT announced today that

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