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We’re back! Rough week, but we go on. Welcome to the five highest-IQ plays of the week! Sure, we love the high-flying dunks and the deep, off-the-dribble step-back threes, but this is a place for the under-the-radar plays that might not get the credit they deserve. The plays that get the basketball sickos and nerds […]
Dan Rafael reports that Erika Cruz, slated to rematch Amanda Serrano on January 3rd, has been pulled from the fight after turning in an “atypical VADA test result for clenbuterol.” Rafael emphasizes that the result is an “adverse finding” rather than an outright failure, “meaning it needs more analysis,” but Serrano will instead face undefeated […]
A rival role player turned Laker is a tale as old as time. Whether it was Metta World Peace, Matt Barnes or Rajon Rondo, Lakers fans have had to clench their teeth and bear it with new signings throughout the years. A particularly bitter recent pill would have seen Bruce Brown join the Lakers immediately […]
Monumental Sports & Entertainment announced on Wednesday that the Qatar Investment Authority has acquired a larger stake of ownership within Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE), the conglomerate that owns the Washington Wizards, Mystics and Capitals. In a statement, Mohammed Saif Al-Sowaidi, CEO of QIA said the following: Since QIA first invested in MSE in 2023, […]
What: Charlotte Hornets (8-18) (5-8 home) vs Atlanta Hawks (15-12) (10-6 away) When: 7:00pm Eastern Where: Spectrum Center; Charlotte, NC How to watch: FanDuel Sports Network, NBA League Pass Outfitting: Hornets–City (yellow/orange), Hawks–Statement (black) Game Lines: Hornets +5.5, Hornets money line +170, O/U 238.5 Injuries:Hornets: LaMelo Ball-probable (ankle), Collin Sexton-out (quad), Tre Mann-out (knee), Pat […] The post Charlotte Hornets vs Atlanta Hawks Preview: Game 27 first appeare...
When the Celtics moved Jrue Holiday for Anfernee Simons last summer, it was easy to view the trade through a financial lens. Boston needed flexibility. Simons offered shooting, youth, and a smaller expiring deal. It wasn’t a perfect match, but there was enough upside to let it play out and see how he fit within […]
After playing just three minutes in a single appearance in the Lakers previous 10 games, Jarred Vanderbilt played 15 minutes against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday and was a critical figure in his team getting the victory. Vanderbilt scored seven points and grabbed seven rebounds — six offensive — while swiping two steals and swatting […]
The Mavericks face the Pistons Thursday night for the second time this season, but the first time on U.S. soil. The home game for the Mavericks will be their third in the last four games, where they have won the other two. The Pistons have the best record in the East coming in, while the […]
Barcelona star Lamine Yamal is set to come up against Lionel Messi for the very first time on the pitch when Spain take on Argentina in the Finalissima. The game between the reigning European champions and the South American champions has finally been confirmed and will take place on March 27 at the Lusail Stadium in […]
Despite a quiet night from second-year forward Matas Buzelis , the Chicago Bulls may have saved their season by winning their first of two home-and-home encounters against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday with a 127-111 blowout United Center victory . Chicago improved to a still-bad 11-15 record on the year. The game was fairly even through most of the first half, but the Bulls’ scoring off turnovers, some tenacious zone defense and some tactical big man rotation tweaks helped the tea...
The New Orleans Pelicans are having a rough year. They’re widely presumed to be motivated sellers as the 2026 NBA Trade Deadline approaches. Forward Zion Williamson is the most persistent name linked to trade rumors, but today HoopsHype writer Michael Scotto speculated that the Pelicans’ other forward, Trey Murphy III, could also be available. Scotto […]
It’s a packed NBA slate tonight as the schedule includes teams like the Lakers, Pistons, Warriors, and Thunder in action. Let’s look at the odds for the games. $250 deposit bonus for NBA pick’em contests! NBA Odds for 12/18 Action starts at 7 pm ET with two games and continues until the Kings take on the Blazers at 10 pm ET. The Thunder are the biggest favorite of the night with a -17.5 spread against the Clippers. Check out the spread favorite and total for each game on Thursda...
The Denver Nuggets are getting back to a regular schedule. After having almost a week off due to NBA Cup week, things are starting… The post Preview: Denver Nuggets take on Orlando Magic appeared first on Denver Stiffs .
The NBA’s Murray twins will go to battle once again as the spiraling Sacramento Kings visit Moda Center to tangle with the Portland Trail Blazers tonight. There have been at least eight sets of twins who have played in the NBA. Tonight the Murrays take the court as NBA foes for the seventh time. Thus […]
And just like that, the Lakers are short another guard. Gabe Vincent was practicing earlier this week with Los Angeles, but he appeared on the injury report for their upcoming matchup against the Jazz as questionable with low back soreness. Now, it’s escalated even more with the team stating he’ll be out with lower back […]
NBA trade season unofficially kicked off on Monday , when most players inked to free agent deals over the summer became eligible to be moved. This year, Chicago only has one such player in point guard Tre Jones . The Bulls are often averse to making many transactions, given how terrible their front office is at pulling them off. Last season, Chicago acquired Jones from the San Antonio Spurs as part of the three-team blockbuster Zach LaVine deadline deal with the Sacramento Kings. Jon...
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The Golden State Warriors take on the Phoenix Suns at 9 pm ET tonight. Let’s look at the game odds, Stephen Curry props, and more for the matchup. Warriors vs Suns Odds The Warriors are a slight favorite (-1.5) spread for tonight against the Suns. Golden State is 13-14 on the year, while the Suns are 14-12. Take a look at the odds. Both teams have dropped their last two games. Matchup Spread Total ML Warriors -1.5 (-110) O 231.5 (-106) -124 Suns +1.5 (-110) U 231.5 (-114) +...
After a nice four-day rest, the Nets are returning to action after their 127-82 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks, tied for the biggest win in franchise history. What made the victory so great, besides four of the beloved Flatbush 5 getting some significant NBA minutes, was the fact that all but three players reached double […]
Game Thirty-Four: Los Angeles Kings (14-10-9) at Tampa Bay Lightning (18-12-3) Time: 7:00 PM EST Location: Benchmark International Arena, Future site of new entertainment district TV/Stream/Radio: The Spot, FDSNW, ESPN+, 102.5 FM, Lightning App Odds: Lightning -192 Know the Opponents: Rink Royalty For a younger generation, Al Pacino is the “ Hoo-ah !” guy who has a tendency to switch between shouting and whispering his lines. For some, he’s become a caricature. Ho...
Speaking on El Larguero (Cadena SER), former Real Madrid player and analyst Alvaro Benito explained why Madrid continue to struggle to put matches away, regardless of the opponent. Benito pointed to recurring lapses after taking the lead. “I haven’t understood those moments of continuing to sit deep and be beaten, allowing them to cross and […]
The Toronto Raptors got back on track on Monday with a win against the Miami Heat, and will look to keep it going in Milwaukee tonight. Both the Raptors and Heat entered Monday’s contest on four-game losing streaks, but the Raptors pulled it out with clutch performances from Jamal Shead and Scottie Barnes, and a […]
The New York Knicks (18*-7) visit the Gainbridge Fieldhouse to face the Indiana Pacers (6-20) tonight. Our triumphant heroes are riding a six-game winning streak after capturing the NBA Cup on Tuesday. The Knicks have won ten of their last twelve games and have been cooking on both ends of the floor. Indiana, meanwhile, is […]
Losers of five-straight and six of their last seven, the Miami Heat are about to embark on their second trip of three games or more away from home this season. Their first one did not go well. Their extended road trip of the season was a four-game stint from Oct. 30-Nov. 5 against the Spurs, […] The post Why it’s important Heat get off to fast start during road trip appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Barcelona president Joan Laporta’s adviser Enric Masip has talked up a possible move for Atletico star Julian Alvarez. The Argentina international has been linked with Barcelona for a little while now, although it’s thought his lofty price tag will see the Catalans priced out of any potential move. Yet Masip says that Alvarez would suit […]