Westbrook Retires After 18 Seasons
NBA legend Russell Westbrook has officially announced his retirement from basketball after a spectacular 18-season career filled with historic records.
NBA legend Russell Westbrook has officially announced his retirement from basketball after a spectacular 18-season career filled with historic records.
NBA champion Jalen Brunson emphasized that his approach remains unchanged despite the title, stating he still has much to prove.
The highly anticipated NBA Christmas Day schedule has been revealed, featuring five thrilling matchups between the league's top powerhouses.
According to Shams Charania, the 2026-27 NBA season will begin on October 20, with the Philadelphia 76ers facing the New York Knicks and the Oklahoma City Thunder taking on the San Antonio Spurs on Opening Night.
Giannis Antetokounmpo will not be part of Greece's squad for the FIBA World Cup 2027 European Qualifiers; the Miami Heat requested that their star player report early to pre-season training camp.
According to Lake Show Life, the Los Angeles Lakers view Bronny James as part of their future and believe in his development; while the club must waive a contracted player before the season begins, James is not at risk of being cut.
According to NBC Sports' Monte Poole, the Golden State Warriors will treat the 2026-27 season as a "transition year," with the club focusing on developing its existing young players rather than pursuing outside additions this season.
Responding to the question "Would you rank yourself ahead of LeBron James?" on Patrick Bet-David's PBD Podcast, Scottie Pippen emphasised his championships, saying: "I've got six rings... I didn't chase mine."
According to Brett Siegel, the Denver Nuggets are planning to offer free agent DeMar DeRozan a minimum contract; DeRozan wants to continue his career with a team where he can play in the starting five.
According to Brett Siegel, contrary to speculation, the Dallas Mavericks are not considering waiving Klay Thompson; the club is instead planning to move the experienced scorer via trade.
According to WSJ, LeBron James has made history with his new contract at the Philadelphia 76ers, as his annual salary drops from $48.6 million to $3.9 million in the largest single-season pay cut in NBA history.
Speaking on "The Draymond Green Show," Anthony Davis revealed the story behind his 2019 departure from the New Orleans Pelicans, saying he would likely still be playing for New Orleans had the team drafted Ja Morant first overall instead of Zion Williamson.