Ex-NBA ROTY blasts Lakers’ decision to replace Darvin Ham with JJ Redick: “LeBron is not going to listen”

Former NBA star Steve Francis criticized the Los Angeles Lakers for hiring JJ Redick as their new head coach after parting ways with Darvin Ham. Francis accused the Lakers of being swayed by Redick’s broadcasting background and his college career at Duke, despite Redick having no prior coaching experience at the professional level. “I love basketball, but…

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Andrew Wiggins update: Steve Kerr reveals expected return date for Warriors’ forward amid preseason absence

Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr provided an update on star forward Andrew Wiggins ahead of the team’s 109-106 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday. Wiggins, who has missed all three preseason games due to illness, is close to returning. Coach Kerr confirmed the one-time champion has resumed training with the team but has not participated…

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Damian Lillard’s ex-wife Kay’la Lillard drops emotional reaction to son Damian Jr. entering 1st grade

Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard’s ex-wife Kay’la Lillard dropped an emotional reaction to their firstborn son, Damian Jr., entering first grade. Kay’la took to Instagram to share a snap of the six-year-old and coupled it with a proud caption. “😭 my 1st grader ❤️” Kay’la captioned her IG story. Damian Lillard has three children with his…

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Former NBA champion shares expectations on having Michael Jordan as future podcast guest – “We want to hear his stories”

Former NBA champions-turned-podcast co-hosts Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson have yet to interview Chicago Bulls icon Michael Jordan on their renowned “All The Smoke” podcast. However, Barnes remains optimistic they can land a sit-down with “His Airness.” Since launching “All The Smoke” in October 2019, Barnes and Jackson have become two of the NBA podcasting world’s preeminent voices. They…

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You don’t want to just be a one-time All-Star”: Lauri Markkanen on 2024-25 season goals, Finland’s EuroBasket hopes and more (Exclusive)

Lauri Markkanen enters the 2024-25 season as the centerpiece of the Utah Jazz, and he is looking to build on a strong campaign where he averaged 23.2 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 2.0 assists over 55 games. Although Utah missed the playoffs in the ultra-competitive Western Conference last year, the franchise remains optimistic about its future with Markkanen…

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LeBron James is ball dominant”: Former Laker lays down success mantra for D’Angelo Russell

To maximize his tenure with the LA Lakers, D’Angelo Russell needs to adapt to the ball-dominant playstyle of LeBron James, according to former Purple and Gold Smush Parker. Although listed as a forward, James frequently assumes ball-handling responsibilities, with Russell and Austin Reaves serving as the starting guards. In an interview with Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson,…

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Darvin Ham breaks silence on Lakers firing despite in-season tournament win and playoff success: “Some people have certain opinions”

Milwaukee Bucks assistant coach Darvin Ham has finally opened up about his dismissal from the Los Angeles Lakers at the end of last season. Ham spoke candidly, expressing the belief that the Lakers made significant progress under his leadership and saying he poured his “heart and soul” into the team’s development during his tenure. “The state of…

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Anthony Edwards demands genetic test from Lil Baby’s ex-girlfriend Ayesha Howard, files petition for paternity, child support: Report

Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards has reportedly filed a petition for paternity and child support. According to Page Six, the 23-year-old is taking Ayesha Howard, who gave birth to a child with rapper Lil Baby, to court to confirm whether Edwards is the biological father. Edwards is reportedly pushing for genetic testing for him, Howard, and the…

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