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Yesterday, the Spurs hosted their 13th annual Christmas Tree Donation. The event, co-hosted by Bruce Bowen and members of Methodist Healthcare and Methodist Healthcare Ministries staff, gave away more than 150 decorated Christmas trees and holiday wreaths to existing patients and clients. The Spurs continue to brighten up the season, even as the active players […]
This is a series that looks at the best Atlanta Hawks of the past 25 seasons dating back to the 2000-01 season. No. 6 Jeff Teague can be found here. Even though Josh Childress was the higher selection in the 2004 NBA Draft, the selection of Josh Smith at 17th overall ultimately became the turning point for a […]
The blockbuster trade that landed Kevin Durant on the Houston Rockets was quite the bargain for Rockets GM Rafael Stone. The Rockets had to surrender Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and the 10th overall pick in the draft. That’s a relatively small price to pay for one of the game’s greatest players ever, even if he is […]
Duke fans got a really good sense of Kon Knueppel’s game last year but honestly: how many of you thought Knueppel would be a serious contender for Rookie of the Year? We didn’t. Around here, we thought he’d be better than expected, but doing what he’s doing? Did we think he’d be blowing the league […]
Good morning. It’s Wednesday, December 10th. The Cleveland Cavaliers are 14-11. Let’s talk about their poor three-point shooting and how it impacts every facet of the game. The First Sip It’s a make-or-miss league. That’s been true since its very inception — but it’s become even more relevant as the league expands its range and […]
‘Tis the season for cheesy, feel-good, family friendly movies. You know, the kind where the main characters are introduced, some kind of crisis occurs, they have to overcome obstacles and trials, and somehow it all works out in the end for a happily ever after. Technically, the Celtics have already gone through all those stages […]
Those looking to place a player prop wager can find odds on Luka Doncic, Devin Vassell and others in the Los Angeles Lakers-San Antonio Spurs matchup at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday at 10 p.m. ET. How to Watch Lakers vs. Spurs Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 Time: 10 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: Amazon Prime Video and SportsNet LA Location: Los Angeles, California Venue: Crypto.com Arena NBA Props Today: Los Angeles Lakers Luka Dončić Props PTS REB AST 3P...
What are some best bets for the upcoming Los Angeles Kings versus Seattle Kraken matchup at Climate Pledge Arena, on Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 10 p.m. ET? We have tips for you right here. Best Kings vs. Kraken Prop Bets Player & Team Odds to Score a Goal Goals & Games Played Adrian Kempe, Kings +180 10 G in 29 GP Kevin Fiala, Kings +190 10 G in 29 GP Jared McCann, Kraken +240 4 G in 10 GP Jordan Eberle, Kraken +275 9 G in 27 GP Anze...
After spurning 49ers, could linebacker Eric Kendricks assume Fred Warner’s spot? (paywall)“UCLA assembled a six-person search committee that included distinguished alums this fall before interviewing candidates for its opening for a head football coach. The group included former Warriors general manager Bob Myers, Commanders general manager Adam Peters, entertainment executive Casey Wasserman and longtime NFL […]
The Oklahoma City Thunder (23-1) are heavy favorites (-14.5) as they try to extend an 11-game home winning streak when they take on the Phoenix Suns (14-10) on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at Paycom Center. The contest airs at 7:30 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime Video and FDSOK. The matchup has an over/under of 225.5. Our computer predictions for Wednesday’s game may help you place an informed wager by picking the best bets available. How to Bet on Thunder vs. Suns Pick the Suns (+14.5) to Co...
The San Antonio Spurs (16-7) are 5.5-point underdogs against the Los Angeles Lakers (17-6) at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. The game begins at 10 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime Video and SportsNet LA. The matchup has an over/under of 236.5. Before you make an informed wager on the matchup, see the best bets available in Wednesday’s game based on our computer predictions. How to Bet on Lakers vs. Spurs Pick the Spurs (+5.5) to Cover The Lakers are 15-8-0 against the spr...
For the first time in franchise history, the San Antonio Spurs will play a win-or-go-home NBA Cup game. After going 3-1 in group play, with impressive wins over the Houston Rockets and Denver Nuggets, the Spurs will take on the star-studded Los Angeles Lakers in the quarterfinals. They’ll do so without their superstar big man, […]
The Oklahoma City Thunder host the Phoenix Suns at Paycom Center on Wednesday (tip at 7:30 p.m. ET). Those looking to place a player prop wager can find odds on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Devin Booker and others in this matchup. How to Watch Thunder vs. Suns Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 Time: 7:30 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: Amazon Prime Video and FDSOK Live Stream: Fubo Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Venue: Paycom Center NBA Props Today: Oklahoma City Thunder Shai...
In 30 years, a group of basketball historians will come together to discuss the career of AJ Dybantsa. Maybe they will talk about his MVP, maybe they’ll bring up his Olympic gold medal, maybe the conversation will center around his NBA championship ring. But when the topic shifts to his career as a BYU Cougar, […]
Upon getting eliminated from the Emirates Cup quarterfinals on Tuesday, we knew the Miami Heat’s next opponent would be the loser of the other East quarterfinal between the Toronto Raptors and New York Knicks. As a result of the Knicks’ 117-101 win, Miami will square off against the Raptors. And the game will be on […] The post Date, time for Heat’s next game against Raptors revealed appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Deni Avdija and the Portland Trail Blazers were a hot topic of conversation on the latest episode of The Ringer NBA Show’s Group Chat podcast. At around the 18:00 mark of the show, co-hosts Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann explore the question, “Is Deni Avdija a Superstar in the Making?” Now in […]
What Messi winning MLS Cup means for the league, how some of New York City FC's best- and worst-performing players did during the 2025 season, and who got the most favorable groups and games from the World Cup Draw.
The NBA Cup resumes for the Lakers (17-6) on Wednesday, as they take on the San Antonio Spurs (16-7) in a single-elimination quarterfinal. The winner of this match will advance to the semifinals, which will be held in Las Vegas, where they will meet the winner of the Suns-Thunder matchup. Start time and TV schedule […]
Bowl season is here, and while the Big Ten has three teams competing in the CFP, some of the league’s teams play their final game of the season as soon as this weekend. Here you’ll find a full schedule of Big Ten bowl games (non-CFP) with their odds from FanDuel Sportsbook, and a few of […]
The unlikely pairing of Max Kellerman and Rich Paul made their podcasting debut on Tuesday with the show titled “Game Over,” and boy was it something. Naturally, a good chunk of the 90-minute conversation centered on the Lakers and LeBron James. Given the last notable public comments from Paul about the Lakers came when LeBron […]
It’s been the closest thing we’ve had to playoff basketball in Toronto for a little while, as the Toronto Raptors played in their very first NBA Cup knockout game Tuesday night against the Knicks. Winner moves on to play the Orlando Magic in Las Vegas next weekend, losers head to Miami for a regular schmegular […]
Tonight, the New York Knicks (17-7) appeared at Scotiabank Arena to face the Toronto Raptors (15-11) for the knockout round of the NBA Cup tourney. Both teams stumbled early, and although the visitors shot efficiently through the first quarter (a season-high 20 points for Jalen Brunson), six turnovers allowed Toronto to take a 39–35 lead […]
Wednesday’s NBA Cup Lakers-Spurs matchup won’t have all the star power possible. While LeBron James, Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves will all be available, Victor Wembanyama will not suit up for the Spurs. Maxi Kleber is the only player on the Lakers’ injury report as he’s listed questionable with a lumbar muscle strain. Wembanyama has […]
The Miami Heat won’t be headed to Sin City. Behind Desmond Bane’s dominant 37-point performance, the Orlando Magic blew past the Miami Heat inside Kia Center Tuesday with a 117-108 win. Miami jumped out to a 20-4 lead, looking like it did the first two weeks of the season. It promptly got outscored 113-88 in […] The post Desmond Bane, Magic blow past Heat 117-108 appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
The Long Island Nets tipped off at 11:00 a.m. ET in front of 5,700 fans for “Education Day,” traditionally their biggest crowd of the season. Alas, they weren’t able to bring home the win, losing 114-107 in overtime. Nolan Traore continued his string of positive performances with another very good all-around game today that fans […]