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Russell Westbrook Calls Time on Legendary NBA Career
Russell Westbrook announced his retirement Wednesday, bringing an end to an unforgettable 18-season NBA career that saw him play for seven teams and rewrite the record books. The 37-year-old revealed his decision on social media alongside a video documenting his career, narrated by actor Michael B. Jordan. “Sometimes you don’t even know when you’ve already watched […] The post Russell Westbrook Calls Time on Legendary NBA Career appeared first on Basketball Forever .
New Lakers Owner Told JJ Redick Rooting for LAL ‘Not in My DNA’
Former Disney CEO Bob Iger is set to become a co-owner of the Los Angeles Lakers alongside business partner Josh Kushner after agreeing to purchase the franchise from controlling owner Mark Walter for $12.5 billion on Wednesday. The problem? Iger has publicly admitted he’s a Clippers fan. Even better, he once explained his allegiance directly […] The post New Lakers Owner Told JJ Redick Rooting for LAL ‘Not in My DNA’ appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Cooper Flagg Ultra-Rare One-of-One Rookie Card Found
The Cooper Flagg one-of-one rookie debut patch autograph card was pulled during a live card break in Rhode Island on Monday night, according to ESPN. The card was discovered by RhodyBreakers, a division of the Baseball Cards of Rhode Island retail store, while members of the group were opening boxes for customers during a live […] The post Cooper Flagg Ultra-Rare One-of-One Rookie Card Found appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Is There Any Truth to the Russell Westbrook Hapoel Tel Aviv Rumors?
Russell Westbrook and his NBA future is still up in the air. But apparently, the internet already decided he was leaving. A report claiming Westbrook was in talks to join Hapoel Tel Aviv began circulating, suggesting the former MVP was seriously considering making the jump overseas for the first time in his career. There was […] The post Is There Any Truth to the Russell Westbrook Hapoel Tel Aviv Rumors? appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Warriors GM Addresses Steph Curry’s Future With Warriors
Steph Curry is almost eligible to extend his current contract and Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy isn’t expecting their marquee man to go anywhere anytime soon. Despite the rumors Steph is unhappy, Dunleavy once again affirmed his confident that the Warriors icon will keep the same jersey his whole career. “He hasn’t [said any different],” […] The post Warriors GM Addresses Steph Curry’s Future With Warriors appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Bobby Portis Calls Out Norman Powell For Giannis Comments
Bobby Portis was not about to let Norman Powell call him a “throw-in piece” and just move on. The Miami Heat big man fired back after Powell discussed this summer’s blockbuster trade that sent Giannis Antetokounmpo from Milwaukee to Miami. Powell, who spent last season with the Heat, explained why he ultimately ended up leaving […] The post Bobby Portis Calls Out Norman Powell For Giannis Comments appeared first on Basketball Forever .
LeBron James to Face Defending Champs on Opening Night
LeBron James is about to make his Philadelphia 76ers debut in the biggest way possible. The NBA has announced its opening-night schedule for the 2026-27 season, and it couldn’t have set up a better first game for LeBron in Philly. The 76ers will travel to Madison Square Garden on October 20 to face the defending […] The post LeBron James to Face Defending Champs on Opening Night appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Former NBA Player on Why Dirk Nowitzki ‘Pissed Him Off’ Most
Dirk Nowitzki apparently had a pretty effective way of getting under Channing Frye’s skin and it had nothing to do with trash talk. Frye was asked which player pissed him off the most during his 14-year NBA career, during a recent appearance on the Roadtrippin’ podcast. His answer? “Probably Dirk.” But the reason why might be […] The post Former NBA Player on Why Dirk Nowitzki ‘Pissed Him Off’ Most appeared first on Basketball Forever .
EuroLeague Giant Made Stunning Attempt to Sign Nikola Jokic
Nikola Jokic has spent his entire NBA career with the Denver Nuggets, but one of Europe’s biggest clubs made an ambitious attempt to change that. Panathinaikos owner Dimitris Giannakopoulos revealed he approached both Jokic and the Nuggets with a serious proposal to bring the three-time MVP to Greece. “This year, I tried to make a […] The post EuroLeague Giant Made Stunning Attempt to Sign Nikola Jokic appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Steph Curry’s Former Teammate Wants Him to Leave Warriors
The Warriors’ decision to largely stick with the same roster this offseason has raised some questions, especially with Stephen Curry now entering the later stages of his career. After Golden State was unable to land LeBron James, the pressure is arguably even greater for the team to put enough talent around its superstar. One person […] The post Steph Curry’s Former Teammate Wants Him to Leave Warriors appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Kawhi Leonard Clippers Exit Could Be Closer Than Expected
Kawhi Leonard and his future with the Los Angeles Clippers could finally be nearing a resolution, with a major update emerging on the NBA’s investigation into his endorsement deal with Aspiration. The league has completed the fact-finding phase of its investigation into whether Leonard’s four-year, $28 million agreement with the now-bankrupt company was used to […] The post Kawhi Leonard Clippers Exit Could Be Closer Than Expected appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Tyler Herro Sends Clear Message on Bucks Future
Tyler Herro isn’t letting questions about his next contract distract him from what he wants to accomplish with the Milwaukee Bucks. The 26-year-old arrived in Milwaukee as part of the blockbuster trade that sent Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat, bringing Herro back to the area where he grew up. With only one year remaining […] The post Tyler Herro Sends Clear Message on Bucks Future appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Ben Simmons NBA Comeback Raises Western Conference Questions
Ben Simmons is attempting to work his way back into the NBA, and a reunion with former Philadelphia 76ers teammate JJ Redick could make the Los Angeles Lakers an interesting team to watch. The 30-year-old didn’t play in the NBA last season but is taking part in an Australian men’s national team minicamp in Melbourne […] The post Ben Simmons NBA Comeback Raises Western Conference Questions appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Ben Simmons’ Surprise Boomers Opportunity Amid Rumored Comeback
Ben Simmons is taking yet another step toward an NBA comeback. The free agent forward is expected to be a full participant with “zero restrictions” at a player-led private minicamp for the Australian men’s basketball team, beginning Monday in Melbourne, according to ESPN’s Marc J. Spears. It’s a significant step for Simmons, who sat out […] The post Ben Simmons’ Surprise Boomers Opportunity Amid Rumored Comeback appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Kawhi Leonard Stunning Lakers Demands Resurface
Kawhi Leonard and his 2019 free agency has suddenly become relevant again as the NBA continues to deal with allegations surrounding the Los Angeles Clippers and potential salary-cap circumvention. Before Leonard ultimately chose the Clippers, the Lakers were firmly in the race to sign him following his championship run with the Toronto Raptors. But Leonard’s […] The post Kawhi Leonard Stunning Lakers Demands Resurface appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Austin Reaves Warns Luka Doncic Ahead of Lakers’ Slovenia Trip
Austin Reaves is already talking trash ahead of the Los Angeles Lakers’ upcoming team trip to Slovenia. Luka Doncic is organizing a four-day player-led minicamp in his home country later this month, giving a new-look Lakers roster an early opportunity to build chemistry before training camp. But Reaves already has one particular part of the […] The post Austin Reaves Warns Luka Doncic Ahead of Lakers’ Slovenia Trip appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Cause of Death Revealed for Grizzlies Forward Brandon Clarke
New details have emerged surrounding the death of Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke, nearly three months after the 29-year-old was found unresponsive at a home in California. Clarke’s death was caused by the “effects of heroin and cocaine,” with the manner of death officially ruled accidental by the County of Los Angeles Department of Medical […] The post Cause of Death Revealed for Grizzlies Forward Brandon Clarke appeared first on Basketball Forever .
NBA Coaching Legend Don Nelson Dies at 86
Don Nelson, one of the most influential coaches in NBA history and a five-time champion as a player, has died at the age of 86. Nelson died peacefully Sunday morning surrounded by his family, according to a statement provided by his family. “On Sunday morning our beloved husband, dad, grandfather and great-grandfather Don Nelson peacefully […] The post NBA Coaching Legend Don Nelson Dies at 86 appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Luka Doncic Legal Battle Shock After $50 Million Proposal
Luka Doncic and his ongoing legal dispute with former fiancée Anamaria Goltes has reportedly taken another dramatic twist, with a proposed settlement that carries a massive financial figure. Goltes has offered to end the case in exchange for a $50 million settlement, according to TMZ. The report claims 80 percent of the money would go […] The post Luka Doncic Legal Battle Shock After $50 Million Proposal appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Jaylen Brown Breaks Silence on Jayson Tatum Relationship
Jaylen Brown and his move from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers has brought plenty of questions about what happened behind the scenes, particularly regarding his relationship with longtime teammate Jayson Tatum. Brown admitted the partnership wasn’t always perfect but insisted there is still plenty of respect between the two former Celtics stars after […] The post Jaylen Brown Breaks Silence on Jayson Tatum Relationship appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Jaylen Brown Opens Up on ‘Crazy Transition’ After Move to 76ers
Jaylen Brown is embracing a fresh start in Philadelphia after a blockbuster offseason trade sent him from the Boston Celtics to the 76ers, but he admitted the move has been anything but easy. “When I first got traded, I just threw my phone across the room,” Brown said speaking during his introductory press conference. The […] The post Jaylen Brown Opens Up on ‘Crazy Transition’ After Move to 76ers appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Why Anthony Davis Won’t Sign Contract Extension This Season
Anthony Davis can officially sign a contract extension with the Wizards, but don’t expect it to happen anytime soon. Despite becoming extension eligible on August 6, Washington and Davis have mutually decided to hold off on serious negotiations until after the season gets underway. Both sides are expected to revisit extension talks during the 2026-27 […] The post Why Anthony Davis Won’t Sign Contract Extension This Season appeared first on Basketball Forever .
76ers President Says Joel Embiid Healthy & Extra Motivated
The Philadelphia 76ers are entering the 2026-27 season with championship expectations, and team president Mike Gansey believes a healthy Joel Embiid will be at the center of it all. “Joel is great,” Gansey said in an interview with ESPN’s Kevin Negandhi on Thursday. “This is like the first summer I think in a while that […] The post 76ers President Says Joel Embiid Healthy & Extra Motivated appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Stephen Curry’s Future With Warriors Faces Fresh Questions
Stephen Curry has repeatedly made it clear that he wants to finish his NBA career with the Golden State Warriors, but the franchise’s underwhelming offseason has sparked fresh questions about whether that could eventually change. Golden State entered the summer hoping to land another superstar to pair with Curry, but after missing out on LeBron […] The post Stephen Curry’s Future With Warriors Faces Fresh Questions appeared first on Basketball Forever .
Nick Nurse Reveals How LeBron James Will Fit Into Sixers
Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse already has a clear vision for how LeBron James will be used as the team prepares for a season with championship expectations. “I think he’s an offense creator,” Nurse said speaking on the Takeoff with John Clark podcast. “I think he certainly is a guy that will bring the […] The post Nick Nurse Reveals How LeBron James Will Fit Into Sixers appeared first on Basketball Forever .
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