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Victor Wembanyama Draws Hard Line on Promoting Sports Betting
Victor Wembanyama has made it clear that betting and prediction market endorsements will never be part of his growing list of sponsorship deals. The San Antonio Spurs star was asked Thursday whether he would ever consider working with a sports betting or prediction market company, and he didn’t hesitate. “Absolutely not. I will never do […] The post Victor Wembanyama Draws Hard Line on Promoting Sports Betting appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Luka Doncic Reportedly Back Near Rookie Weight
Luka Doncic and his physical transformation has reportedly reached another level heading into the new NBA season. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar is now believed to be around the same weight range he was during his rookie season, following a major focus on his conditioning over the past year. Doncic isn’t quite back to his […] The post Luka Doncic Reportedly Back Near Rookie Weight appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Warriors Could Face Major Kristaps Porzingis Decision
Kristaps Porzingis hasn’t even made it through his first training camp with the Warriors, but his future in Golden State is already being questioned. Porzingis is out indefinitely with a health issue, adding another concern for a Warriors team preparing for the 2026-27 season. “Kristaps Porzingis is out indefinitely to open training camp with a […] The post Warriors Could Face Major Kristaps Porzingis Decision appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Jake LaRavia Opens Up on Last Season’s Struggles
Jake LaRavia has admitted he spent much of his offseason reflecting on what went wrong during the second half of last season, with the Lakers forward determined to return with a different mindset. LaRavia enjoyed a solid start to the 2025-26 campaign, averaging 10.0 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.4 steals through his first 39 games […] The post Jake LaRavia Opens Up on Last Season’s Struggles appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Bradley Beal Reveals Why He Stayed With Clippers
Bradley Beal had opportunities to chase a championship this offseason, but the veteran guard decided staying with the Clippers was more important for one major reason: his health. Beal re-signed with Los Angeles on a two-year, $13.1 million deal despite the Clippers undergoing major changes, with Kawhi Leonard, James Harden and Ivica Zubac all gone. […] The post Bradley Beal Reveals Why He Stayed With Clippers appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Walker Kessler & Austin Reaves Think Lakers Defense Will Be Dangerous
The new-look Lakers have plenty of firepower of offense, but critics are worried about their defense. However, big man Walker Kessler isn’t worried about their D at all. “Listen, I think we’re gonna be a nasty defensive team,” Kessler said after the team’s first practice. “I’m just being honest. These guys hound the ball on […] The post Walker Kessler & Austin Reaves Think Lakers Defense Will Be Dangerous appeared first on Basketball Forever .
D’Angelo Russell Signs With Shanghai Sharks in CBA
D’Angelo Russell’s next chapter will be a long way from the NBA. The former All-Star has agreed to join the Shanghai Sharks of the Chinese Basketball Association, with the CBA announcing the shock move on Wednesday. The 30-year-old guard was waived by the Memphis Grizzlies just days earlier, bringing a sudden end to an 11-year […] The post D’Angelo Russell Signs With Shanghai Sharks in CBA appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Tyrese Maxey Sends Clear Message on His Expectations Sixers
Tyrese Maxey has already proven he can put up numbers. Now, he wants to be measured by something else entirely: winning. The 25-year-old is coming off a career-high 28.3 points per game and has earned two All-Star selections over the past three seasons, but individual production isn’t how he wants his upcoming season with the […] The post Tyrese Maxey Sends Clear Message on His Expectations Sixers appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Draymond Green Shuts Down Charles Barkley Replacement Talk
Draymond Green has become a familiar face on Inside the NBA, but he has no interest in being labeled Charles Barkley’s replacement. With Barkley maintaining that the 2026-27 season will be his final year on the show, Green has naturally been mentioned as a potential successor. But the Warriors veteran believes replacing Barkley is an […] The post Draymond Green Shuts Down Charles Barkley Replacement Talk appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Dillon Brooks Facing DUI Charge Following March Arrest in Arizona
Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks is facing a DUI charge stemming from his arrest in Scottsdale, Arizona, earlier this year. Brooks was charged Monday with driving under the influence following the March incident and is scheduled to be arraigned on Oct. 28, according to court records obtained by ESPN. The Suns have since acknowledged the […] The post Dillon Brooks Facing DUI Charge Following March Arrest in Arizona appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Nick Nurse Ready to Experiment With Star-Studded 76ers Roster
Nick Nurse has plenty of new pieces to work with in Philadelphia, but he isn’t rushing to decide exactly how they will all fit together. The 76ers opened training camp with a dramatically different roster headlined by LeBron James and Jaylen Brown alongside Tyrese Maxey, and Nurse plans to use the next few weeks to […] The post Nick Nurse Ready to Experiment With Star-Studded 76ers Roster appeared first on Basketball Forever .
J.R. Smith Arrested in Texas on Assault Charge
Former NBA guard J.R. Smith was arrested in Texas on Monday after police took him into custody on an assault charge. Smith, whose legal first name is Earl, was arrested by the Royse City Police Department, with official jail records listing the charge as assault and referencing both “bodily harm” and “family violence.” The 40-year-old […] The post J.R. Smith Arrested in Texas on Assault Charge appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Walker Kessler Loved JJ Redick’s Speech Before First Practice
The new members of the Lakers got straight down to business on the first day of practice and coach JJ Redick wasn’t messing around. New players such as Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes and Sandro Mamukelashvili were treated to a hyped JJ from the get go, and Kessler loved it. “I don’t know, but in film […] The post Walker Kessler Loved JJ Redick’s Speech Before First Practice appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Walker Kessler Makes Bold Lakers Title Claim
Walker Kessler has only been through one day of training camp with the Lakers, but he has already seen enough to make a big prediction about their defense. Los Angeles enters the season with a dramatically different roster following LeBron James’ departure, and Kessler believes the team’s new-look defense could help turn it into a […] The post Walker Kessler Makes Bold Lakers Title Claim appeared first on Basketball Forever .
NBA Nearing Decision on $12 Billion Las Vegas Expansion Team
The NBA is moving closer to choosing who will own its expected Las Vegas expansion franchise, with three groups remaining in the running for what could become one of the biggest ownership deals in American sports. The league is expected to select the winning Las Vegas bid in the near future, with the total price […] The post NBA Nearing Decision on $12 Billion Las Vegas Expansion Team appeared first on Basketball Forever .
LeBron James Reveals Knicks Plan That Was Scrapped
LeBron James seriously considered ending his career under the bright lights of Madison Square Garden. James ultimately joined the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency, but revealed that the New York Knicks were firmly in his plans before their championship run completely changed the situation. “I had visions of playing in [Madison Square] Garden and finishing […] The post LeBron James Reveals Knicks Plan That Was Scrapped appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Bronny James Opens Up on LeBron Leaving Lakers
Bronny James is staying in Los Angeles while his father begins a new chapter on the other side of the country. LeBron James left the Lakers to join the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency this offseason, ending his run in L.A. and separating the NBA’s first father-son teammates. But despite the significance of the decision, […] The post Bronny James Opens Up on LeBron Leaving Lakers appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Anthony Edwards Ready to Give LaMelo Ball Offensive Control
Anthony Edwards sounds more than ready to give up some of his ballhandling responsibilities. The Minnesota Timberwolves star made it clear at media day that he is excited to play alongside new point guard LaMelo Ball, particularly because it will allow Edwards to return to what he considers his natural position. “I feel like I’m […] The post Anthony Edwards Ready to Give LaMelo Ball Offensive Control appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Damian Lillard Gets Real About Blazers Crowded Backcourt
The biggest question surrounding the new-look Blazers heading the NBA season is: how are they going fit the surplus of backcourt talent together? The team is completely flushed with guards – having Lillard and Ja Morant as starters and and their backups Jrue Holiday and Scoot Henderson. Lillard was asked how the team is going […] The post Damian Lillard Gets Real About Blazers Crowded Backcourt appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Jayson Tatum Embraces New Role After Celtics Roster Changes
Jayson Tatum is entering a new era in Boston, and he says he is comfortable taking on the responsibility that comes with it. For the first time in his NBA career, Tatum will begin a season without Jaylen Brown alongside him after the Celtics traded the 2024 Finals MVP to the 76ers this offseason. Brown’s […] The post Jayson Tatum Embraces New Role After Celtics Roster Changes appeared first on Basketball Forever .
LeBron James Reveals One Regret He Still Has From Lakers
LeBron James accomplished what he set out to do when he joined the Lakers, but there is still one part of his time in Los Angeles that bothers him. James helped deliver the Lakers their 17th NBA championship in 2020, defeating the Miami Heat in the NBA Finals inside the Orlando bubble. But because of […] The post LeBron James Reveals One Regret He Still Has From Lakers appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Kyrie Irving Gets Honest About Finishing Career With Mavericks
Kyrie Irving is entering his 14th NBA season and there are rumors surrounding his future with the Dallas Mavericks. Naturally, he was asked about it on media day and Kyrie gave a very detailed answer when asked if he wants to finish his career in Dallas. “I feel like I’m going to be asked that […] The post Kyrie Irving Gets Honest About Finishing Career With Mavericks appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Draymond Green Already Blown Away by Warriors Rookie
Draymond Green has already seen enough from Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg to come away seriously impressed. Golden State selected Lendeborg with the 11th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft after the forward helped Michigan win a national championship. Now, after getting his first extended look at the rookie during the Warriors’ mini-camp in San […] The post Draymond Green Already Blown Away by Warriors Rookie appeared first on Basketball Forever .
JJ Redick Reveals How He Plans to Use Sandro Mamukelashvili
The Lakers signed the former Raptors big man, Sandro Mamukelashvili, to a four-year, $52 million contract this offseason, and his ability to play multiple roles could become a major part of Redick’s plans. Los Angeles has questions to answer at both power forward and backup center, but Redick believes Mamukelashvili gives him the freedom to […] The post JJ Redick Reveals How He Plans to Use Sandro Mamukelashvili appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Lakers Make Championship Intentions Clear Ahead of New Season
After reshaping the roster around Luka Doncic, general manager Rob Pelinka and head coach JJ Redick believe the Lakers have the pieces to develop into a legitimate contender this season. Pelinka made it clear that patience doesn’t mean lowering the standard in Los Angeles. “We know the expectations in this city are for our team […] The post Lakers Make Championship Intentions Clear Ahead of New Season appeared first on Basketball Forever .
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