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By Aikansh Chaudhary The Western Conference Finals between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Denver Nuggets began with the latter team getting a Game 1. Bruce Brown Jr. was instrumental in the win as he recorded 16 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists off the bench. Adult film star Lana Rhoades applauded Brown Jr.’s performance by posting a story on her Instagram account. But an NBA fan thinks that story had an ulterior motive. “Bruce Brown is her baby’s dad, and the whole time we thought it was Blake. That’s wild.” Previously, most believed that Blake Griffin was Lana Rhoades’ baby’s father, but fa…

By Orlando Silva Shannon Sharpe made a very curious comment in LeBron James’ most recent Instagram post. LeBron James has every fan of his fired up after sending the Memphis Grizzlies home on Friday night. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar did his thing, leading his team, and guiding them to beat a very dangerous rival. After calling them out on Instagram, LeBron received a lot of comments from people supporting him. One of them was Shannon Sharpe, but the NFL Hall of Famer was a little too excited about this post. “I’m pouring honey on you, GOAT,” Sharpe wrote. “It’s illegal to kill a bear unl…

By Divij Kulkarni LeBron James posted a story hyping up his son Bryce on Instagram. LeBron James is busy trying to lead the Los Angeles Lakers past the Memphis Grizzlies in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs. But despite the intensity and the pressure of the NBA postseason, he is up to date with what his family is doing. LeBron James’ younger son, Bryce, has been catching the attention of fans for his seemingly improved game this year. He looks to be growing still, with lots of optimism about what he can achieve. And LeBron James posted an Instagram story that shows that even h…

By Ishaan Bhattacharya Kobe Bryant had his Twitter checkmark restored by Elon Musk after removal of legacy checkmarks. Kobe Bryant was one of the greatest players to have ever lived and arguably one of the most beloved NBA players to step onto the court. His passing in January 2020 left a hole in the basketball community that’ll never be filled. His social media accounts are still open for nostalgic fans, but recently his Twitter lost its verified checkmark. It has since been reinstated, with the mark saying that the account is a Twitter Blue subscriber. Twitter CEO Elon Musk has forcefully gi…

By Aaron Abhishek NBA fans took to Twitter to share their two cents after news broke that Elon Musk was paying for LeBron James’ verification check mark. Twitterati had responses ranging from humor to trolls when they learned that Elon Musk was paying for LeBron James’ Twitter verification check mark. This comes on the back of themulti-billionaire paying for the Los Angeles Lakers superstar’s verification after the latter refused to pay to be verified. This saw a flurry of responses on Twitter. Please note that some of these comments have been edited for clarity. “I knew my goat would never pa…

By Nico Martinez Twitter map shows the fans’ opinion on heated MVP race. The NBA MVP race has been as close as we’ve ever seen in this modern era of the game. With cases to be made for both players, the award became a raging debate for weeks on end up until the end of the season. Now, Joel Embiid has seemingly taken a massive lead both in the betting odds and the media ballot. In the latest Twitter map from Betonline, it shows that fans, too, agree that Embiid is the frontrunner for MVP. “A map put together by Betonline.ag based on geotagged Twitter data from the last month, including over 100…

By Aikansh Chaudhary Skip Bayless opens up on why he never follows anyone on Twitter. Skip Bayless is one of the top NBA analysts out there, regardless of the fact that he has made his career for majorly hating LeBron James. Either way, Skip still has 3.2 million followers on Twitter. But one interesting fact about Bayless’ Twitter account is the fact that he doesn’t follow anyone. The veteran NBA analyst recently revealed the reason behind it on ‘The Skip Bayless Show.’ “The truth is, I don’t follow anyone on Twitter to protect myself from the opinions of other commentators, which might influ…

By Lee Tran Giannis Antetokounmpo had some words for his haters. Big man Giannis Antetokounmpo is one of the top superstars in the league, and there is no doubt that he has the Milwaukee Bucks in a position to win the title once again. Many consider him to be the best player in the league due to his dominance, but Antetokounmpo has always had haters for a variety of reasons. In his latest non-promotional Twitter post, Giannis Antetokounmpo posted a simple message stating that he loves all “the doubt” that he receives. It is easy to see why Antetokounmpo has this mentality. Nobody believed that…

By Divij Kulkarni LeBron James acted like a cheap person during cameo in the movie, ‘Trainwreck’ and the scene was recently used to troll him after he claimed he wouldn’t pay $5 for Twitter. LeBron James is officially a billionaire, one of the richest athletes and richest men in the world. James has built a business empire while making tons of money in NBA salary as well as various endorsement deals. However, despite this, the crazy thing is that he remains one of the cheapest players in the NBA. LeBron James’ cheapness is so legendary, he has himself admitted in the past that he never pays fo…

By Orlando Silva LeBron James announces he’s not paying for Twitter Blue after recent updates by the social media. LeBron James is known as a cheap person inside and outside the NBA. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar hasn’t changed a bit with age, and he recently made it clear he won’t pay for one feature that Twitter previously offered for free. James stated that he’s not paying for Twitter Blue and the little badge showing he’s a real profile will go. “Welp guess my blue ✔️ will be gone soon because if you know me I ain’t paying the 5. 🤷🏾‍♂️,” LeBron tweeted early this Friday. This comes befo…

By Ishaan Bhattacharya Kevin Durant went off on Charles Barkley after Barkley gave an interview calling KD sensitive. Kevin Durant is hard at work currently, hoping to return to the Phoenix Suns after a freak injury during a shootaround has seen him miss weeks. Naturally, KD is staying active on social media during his time off as well. That’s where he saw Charles Barkley call him sensitive. This set KD off, given this is the latest in a string of harsh comments that Barkley has been making against KD. Barkley said this in an interview, the clip of which was shared with KD given he responded t…

By Gautam Varier LeBron James took to Instagram to seemingly refute rumors of a rift between him and Anthony Davis. LeBron James and Anthony Davis led the Los Angeles Lakers to an NBA title in 2020 but things have gone south since then. There has been some talk this season about the two not being on good terms but LeBron seemingly refuted that notion after the Lakers beat the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday. View the original article to see embedded media. Davis had an excellent showing against the Thunder, as he finished with 37 points and 15 rebounds to lead the Lakers to a third straight …

By Nico Martinez Grizzlies star gets real on IG incident. As one of the NBA’s most exciting young stars, nobody imagined that Ja Morant was willing to risk it all. But when he flashed his gun on Instagram Live, that’s exactly what he did and now he’s having to deal with the fallout. While Ja got off with a light sentence given the circumstances, the impact of the ordeal (and the many rumors of his toxic behavior off the court)) was deep and far-reaching for the 2x All-Star. “It’s a lot, man,” Morant said, via ESPN. “A lot of people don’t know what’s going on — not in my shoes right now with e…

By Nico Martinez Grizzlies star pledges to stay off social media in aftermath of IG Live scandal. With the worst of it behind him, star point guard Ja Morant is finally starting to move on from the infamous Instagram Live incident that resulted in an 8-game suspension from the NBA. But as Ja ramps up to return for the home stretch of the regular season, he has made the wise decision to stay away from social media and resist hosting any more live sessions with his fans. “I won’t be doing that at all,” Morant said, via Landon Buford. “Me saying things, actions speak louder than words. That’s my …

By Aaron Abhishek At the time of writing, there is no timeline for his return, although he did speak about it in his The Big Podcast with Shaq. Shaquille O’Neal sent a ripple of shockwaves on Twitter when he posted an image of himself on a hospital bed on Sunday. The former Los Angeles Lakers legend is currently recovering from his hip replacement surgery. Fans poured out their love and prayers to the big man, who turned 51 this year. In his tweet, he sent a message to his TNT co-hosts, Ernie Johnson and Candace Parker. “I’m always watching @TurnerSportsEJ and @Candace_Parker miss y’all.” Acco…

By Divij Kulkarni Los Angeles Lakers fans are excited after LeBron James posted a promising story on Instagram. LeBron James has missed the last 10 games for the Los Angeles Lakers thanks to injury. They have gone 5-5 in that stretch, and while there have been some good signs, the team does miss him on the court. LeBron James returning fully healthy is imperative for the Los Angeles Lakers if they are to achieve anything in the playoffs. They will need to make it there first, but James seems to be preparing for it nonetheless if his Instagram story is anything to go by. LeBron James appears to…

By Ishaan Bhattacharya Jeanie Buss has criticized a LeBron James fan account for sending her harassing messages over Twitter DMs. Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss hasn’t had a great time over the last 2 seasons when it comes to interacting with the Laker Nation. After failing to construct a competent enough team around their superstar duo of LeBron James and Anthony Davis, Buss has been the subject of various fan attacks over the last 2 years. It seems those fan attacks spilled over on her Twitter DMs, as she has revealed that fans have been harassing her by messaging her. View the origina…

By Nico Martinez NBA Twitter picks LeBron James over Michael Jordan as the GOAT of the NBA. Following a record-breaking moment from LeBron James, his case as the greatest player of all time has never been stronger. With 4 MVPs, 19 All-Star appearances, 4 NBA Championships, and over 38,300 points scored in his career, James is truly one of a kind. But while James undoubtedly added to his NBA legacy this season, was it really enough to make him the greatest player ever? View the original article to see embedded media. According to NBA Twitter, the answer is yes. In a Twitter map created by Beton…

By Aikansh Chaudhary Anthony Davis makes Lakers fans worry after deactivating his Instagram account. In his short career with the Los Angeles Lakers, Anthony Davis has already seen a lot of highs and lows with the Purple and Gold. Although Davis has won the NBA Championship with the team, he has also struggled to stay fit for an extended period of time. Coming to the 2022-23 NBA season, Anthony Davis started off the regular season in great form, and many even thought he would be in the MVP race if not for injuries. Unfortunately, Davis missed several weeks of action due to an injury. View the …

By Divij Kulkarni Anthony Edwards got called out on social media by an Instagram model that says he begged her to fly out despite having a girlfriend. Being an NBA superstar means that players have to deal with a lot of attention and success from a young age. The most promising players know that they are destined for greatness before they even get to the league, and having that translate to wealth and fame is a transition that is difficult for many to handle. One of the most spoken-about aspects of NBA stars’ personal lives is when any of them cheats on their girlfriends or wives. Shaquille O’…

By Divij Kulkarni Larsa Pippen and Michael Jordan’s son Marcus shared a photo of themselves together of Larsa Pippen’s Instagram account. One of the more bizarre stories of the past year has been the developing relationship between Michael Jordan’s son Marcus, and Scottie Pippen’s ex-wife, Larsa. The two have been spotted together repeatedly, with speculation about the nature of their relationship running rampant for a long time. Recently, the situation has become more solid than it was initially. While Larsa described Marcus Jordan as a friend a couple of times, it quickly became evident that…

By Nico Martinez Kyrie Irving responds after Instagram account gets suspended. When considering the NBA’s most disagreeable and controversial players, Kyrie Irving is one name that must be mentioned. Irving, 30, has been known to say some rather outlandish things throughout his career and has made some decisions in the past that are questionable, to say the least. This season, however, Irving has seemingly put a stop to all the theatrics to keep his head down and focus on the game of basketball. So far, it has worked. Not only are the Nets the 2nd best team in the East, but Kyrie is also havin…

By Nico Martinez Kyrie Irving responds after Instagram account gets suspended. When considering the NBA’s most disagreeable and controversial players, Kyrie Irving is one name that must be mentioned. Irving, 30, has been known to say some rather outlandish things throughout his career and has made some decisions in the past that are questionable, to say the least. This season, however, Irving has seemingly put a stop to all the theatrics to keep his head down and focus on the game of basketball. So far, it has worked. Not only are the Nets the 2nd best team in the East, but Kyrie is also havin…

By Gautam Varier Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic was in attendance for the CFP National Championship game, where he hilariously couldn’t figure out how to use Instagram live There isn’t much that Luka Doncic cannot do with a basketball on the court. He is an incredible playmaker who can also score from basically anywhere, whether it be at the rim or over 30 feet away from the basket. While he is a basketball savant, it is safe to say that Luka isn’t exactly the most tech-savvy individual around. Doncic was in attendance when TCU took on Georgia in the College Football Playoff National Champion…

By Nico Martinez Kevin Durant goes viral after giving his Mt. Rushmore of NBA Twitter. Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets are on an absolute roll right now. As winners of 8 straight games, they have climbed to 4th place in the East with a 21-12 record overall. While the Nets’ rise has been a group effort, Kevin Durant has been the one leading the way for the crew, and his play this season is right up there with some of the best stretches of his career. Of course, Durant’s recent success doesn’t mean he has lost his appetite for social media. In fact, the former MVP has been especially active l…

By Orlando Silva Steve Kerr opens up on the real reason why he closed his Twitter account. Steve Kerr has had to deal with of things since he became the Golden State Warriors’ head coach ahead of the 2014/15 NBA season. As soon as he landed in the Bay area, the former player saw success, but not everything was happy for him. Kerr has had ups and downs on the Dubs, including the two seasons where they missed the playoffs after losing Kevin Durant to a season-ending injury and the Brooklyn Nets, as well as Klay Thompson. Those were tough times for the Dubs and their coach, with fans always knock…

By Lee Tran Fred VanVleet has recently unfollowed a number of important accounts on Instagram. Fred VanVleet is one of the best players on the Toronto Raptors currently. He was an All-Star during the 2021-22 season, and he is well-known for his prowess from the 3PT range and his playmaking ability. As of right now, Fred VanVleet is averaging 16.3 PPG, 3.6 RPG, and 6.4 APG. Athletes’ social media activity is often of interest to fans, and it seems as though some fans have noticed something peculiar about Fred VanVleet’s Instagram activity. Recently, it was reported that Fred VanVleet has unfoll…

By Nico Martinez Brooklyn Nets reveals the meaning behind his legendary twitter profile picture. Nets star Kevin Durant acts just as fearless behind the screen as he does on the court. When he’s not giving your favorite team 40, he’s going to war with the fans and media online via Twitter, a place he has really gotten comfortable with over the years. Since joining the Nets, and really long before that, KD has used the platform as a way to personally check his naysayers. Interestingly enough, even his profile picture on the site is a reference to the haters. For those that don’t know, Durant’s …

By Ishaan Bhattacharya Social media is currency in the modern era, so we answer which NBA teams enjoy the most popularity on Instagram. In the age of social media, the presence and popularity of something on Instagram often validates it. Likes and followers have become currency in the modern age, with people being able to monetize social media rapidly. NBA teams are no different. Every single NBA team has a presence on Instagram that has generated over a million followers for them. However, while some teams have barely cracked a million, other teams are pushing on bigger digits. To find out wh…

By Gautam Varier Kevin Durant blasted Charles Barkley after the Hall of Famer called him insecure. There was a time when Kevin Durant was the most beloved superstar in the NBA but that seems like a lifetime ago at this point. Durant became public enemy no. 1 when he went to the Golden State Warriors in 2016 and he has almost made it a point to ensure he remains at the top when it comes to that. KD loves to fire back at anyone who he feels disrespected him, whether it be a former player on television or some nobody on Twitter, which leads to some heated exchanges. Charles Barkley has been one o…

By Orlando Silva Shams Charania finally addressed the rumors of his alleged Twitter burner account. Shams Charania has broken his silence about his alleged burner account. The NBA insider has lived a very private life, hardly ever revealing details of his personal life, which has made it difficult for fans to know the insider beyond his reports. In recent days, Charania made the headlines, not only for an interesting interview with Kay Adams, where the reporter flirted with him. Shams was also the talk of the town after fans apparently found his burner account on Twitter. Hoop Central was also…

By Aikansh Chaudhary Nia Long has reportedly moved on from Ime Udoka after the cheating scandal of the former Boston Celtics was brought to light. Last season, the Boston Celtics finally got past the hurdle of the Eastern Conference Finals and qualified for the NBA Finals in a long time. Although the Celtics were outplayed by the Warriors in the finals, the fanbase was still proud of the team. Most credited head coach Ime Udoka for the success of the team. Well, fast forward to the 2022-23 NBA, the Boston Celtics are undoubtedly the best team in the NBA as of now. They are being led to win aft…

By Orlando Silva LeBron James was caught liking a Myles Turner poster on Instagram. Turner has been linked with a move to the Los Angeles Lakers in recent times. The Los Angeles Lakers didn’t have the best start to the 2022-23 NBA season, struggling to get some wins and looking nothing like the team some within the organization expected in the offseason. This rough start once again opened the door for many rumors, with fans urging the team to make a move. Even after Russell Westbrook started thriving off the court, Lakers fans weren’t completely happy with their squad and they wanted to see a …

By Aikansh Chaudhary Kevin Durant expresses his frustration with the current condition of Twitter following Elon Musk’s purchase of the application. Kevin Durant’s skill on the court is unrivaled in a lot of aspects. The Brooklyn Nets superstar has the ability to change the outcome of games almost single-handedly at times, and he has proven that over the years. But KD has another, a much more savage side, on social media. Over the years, The Slim Reaper has given fans some pretty iconic tweets via his account. Be it wilding with Scarlett Johansson in 2011 or simply calling out his haters. Dura…

By Orlando Silva Draymond Green wasn’t happy after FIBA Twitter account said Spain dethroned Team USA. In recent hours, we had the chance to learn that Team USA no longer holds the No. 1 spot in the FIBA Men’s rankings, as they’re only second now, losing that top spot for the first time in 20 years. Knowing that they’re one year removed from winning the Tokyo Olympic Games, only missing the first game of the competition, one would think that they are safe at the No. 1 position on the list. However, FIBA thinks otherwise and Team USA now ranks 2nd on the world leaderboard. This new and surprisi…

By Gautam Varier Team USA’s Twitter account reacted to Spain getting the top spot in the latest FIBA rankings. There is no doubt that the rest of the world is catching up with the United States when it comes to basketball. There are so many international players in the NBA at this point and some are even dominating the league. An international player has won MVP each of the last 4 seasons, with the winner and runner-up being a foreigner on the last two occasions. Those two would, of course, be Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid, both of whom were in Giannis Antetokounmpo’s starting five of internati…

By Aikansh Chaudhary Ben Simmons posts a motivating message for his team after playing well against the Portland Trail Blazers. Since joining the Brooklyn Nets, Ben Simmons’ career has been going downward. Last season, he couldn’t play even a single game for the Nets due to recovering from his injuries. Many people claimed that Simmons faked his injuries, but he clapped back at those people recently. Either way, Simmons didn’t have the best of the starts to the 2022-23 NBA season. He struggled a lot and failed to score even in double digits for several games. So it was only obvious when it was…

By Aikansh Chaudhary Ben Simmons posts a motivating message for his team after playing well against the Portland Trail Blazers. Since joining the Brooklyn Nets, Ben Simmons’ career has been going downward. Last season, he couldn’t play even a single game for the Nets due to recovering from his injuries. Many people claimed that Simmons faked his injuries, but he clapped back at those people recently. Either way, Simmons didn’t have the best of the starts to the 2022-23 NBA season. He struggled a lot and failed to score even in double digits for several games. So it was only obvious when it was…

By Ishaan Bhattacharya LeBron James has responded to the social media meme about him constantly lying about insignificant things. LeBron James might be one of the greatest NBA players to ever step onto a court but he’s also a calculated businessman that holds immense pride in how people perceive him. Having the prime of his career in the social media age means that LeBron is seen very often on Twitter and Instagram posts about stuff. Over the years, many people have realized that LeBron has a tendency of lying about insignificant stuff. This emerged after LeBron claimed to have heard the Migos…

By Nico Martinez NBA fans troll Tyler Herro after making push to be starter. View the original article to see embedded media. When it comes to the Sixth Man role, not many in the NBA do it better than Tyler Herro. In fact, last season, he was literally the best at it, which is why he was named the Sixth Man of the Year. Clearly, lighting up the court off the bench is something that Herro has found a lot of success in. With averages of 16.7 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game on 44% shooting for his career, he has shown some extraordinary capabilities on offense. But are there signs …

By Aikansh Chaudhary Zion Williamson clapped back at fans who started worrying about Zion after he rolled his ankle against the Miami Heat during the Pelicans’ recent NBA preseason game. View the original article to see embedded media. Zion Williamson came into the league as one of the most hyped draft prospects in recent history. But Zion’s first few seasons in the league have been plagued with injuries. One of the biggest reasons behind Zion’s constant injuries was his weight. There was never an inch of doubt among fans and media about the talent which Williamson possessed, but they were wor…

By Aikansh Chaudhary After defending her son for punching Jorda Poole in the face, Draymond Green’s mother has now deactivated her Twitter account. View the original article to see embedded media. Unless you are living under a rock, then you must be aware of why the Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green is currently in the news headlines over the last few days. The Dubs veteran has always been seen as a leader of the team and has proved his worth a plethora of times. But a few days ago, Dray lost his calm during a Warriors’ practice session. He got into a heated scuffle with his 23-year-ol…

By Gautam Varier Ballsack Sports were at it again recently, as they created a fake story around why Draymond Green punched Jordan Poole. View the original article to see embedded media. In this day and age, one has to be very careful when it comes to things they read on social media. It is very easy for fake news to spread like wildfire, especially when media houses are in a race to report things before their competitors. This leads to some hilarious gaffes, and we saw one earlier on in the offseason. ESPN aired a segment based on a fake and controversial Ja Morant quote and then ended up havi…

By Divij Kulkarni Kevin Durant made a hilarious tweet about Scarlett Johansson in 2011. View the original article to see embedded media. Social media in the hands of celebrities may have brought them closer to ordinary people in terms of interaction, but it has also shown just how normal they are. NBA players are some of the most incredible athletes in the world, they are quite literally built differently. But when it comes to social interaction and understanding, there’s not much difference between them and the average 20-year-old. And perhaps no one is as openly themselves on Twitter as Kevi…

By Nico Martinez Jayson Tatum says he found out through Twitter about Ime Udoka’s suspension. View the original article to see embedded media. Just months after a run to the NBA Finals, the Boston Celtics never imagined that their team would be rocked by an ugly scandal. Sadly, ahead of the 2022-23 campaign, that’s where the Cs find themselves after the story of Ime Udoka’s infidelity went viral online. With reports exposing an affair between Udoka and a female Celtics staffer, Brad Stevens handed down a hard one-year suspension for the coach, whose future is now clouded with uncertainty. No d…

By Divij Kulkarni Giannis Antetokounmpo posted a funny reaction to an Instagram filter that made a joke about his money. View the original article to see embedded media. Giannis Antetokounmpo has been ranked No. 1 by several lists that have ranked the NBA’s best ahead of the 2022-23 season. The Greek Freak is a force of nature, unstoppable offensively and defensively, and taking on the most significant challenges head-on. Despite being just 27, Giannis has already achieved nearly everything that a player can achieve in the NBA, winning MVPs, the Finals MVP, a title, and signing a massive super…

By Ishaan Bhattacharya Luka Doncic is a rising star in the NBA and has taken fan engagement to another level by releasing an AI version of himself on Twitter. View the original article to see embedded media. Luka Doncic has taken massive strides in his 4-year NBA career to establish himself as one of the best players in the league. The 23-year-old is an MVP favorite this year and has his work cut out with the Dallas Mavericks as they try to contend in a packed Western Conference without their secondary ball-handler, Jalen Brunson. Outside basketball, Doncic’s profile is growing faster than eve…

By Orlando Silva LeBron James keeps making wholesome posts on social media, this time dedicating one to his daughter Zhuri. View the original article to see embedded media. It’s not a secret that LeBron James is a devoted father, always trying to make his kids happy and celebrating them on every field. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar has reasons to be proud of his kids, as Bronny and Bryce are looking like solid candidates to become NBA players in the future. James has teased a potential NBA reunion with his sons once they make it to the pros, but meanwhile is giving all the knowledge he can …

By Ishaan Bhattacharya Anthony Edwards has issued an apology after he posted a video on Instagram making homophobic comments against some men. View the original article to see embedded media. Anthony Edwards has landed himself in a lot of hot water today after posting a video on Instagram where he was making homophobic comments against some men that he could see. While Edwards didn’t say anything outrageously offensive, his treatment of the situation was indelicate and rightfully created a massive stir. Edwards quickly took the video down, probably realizing the issue in what he had just poste…

By Orlando Silva NBA fans aren’t happy after Anthony Edwards posted a homophobic video on Instagram. View the original article to see embedded media. Minnesota Timberwolves young star Anthony Edwards is under fire right now after posting a very questionable Instagram story, making fun of what appeared to be a group of gay men. Edwards has been a fan favorite since he made it to the NBA two years ago, always boasting confidence in himself and his team, speaking his mind whenever he had the chance and making people laugh with his comments. However, not everything he says has to be celebrated and…

By Ishaan Bhattacharya Kevin Durant got into yet another Twitter argument. But this time, a fan roasted KD so hard that he chose not to respond. View the original article to see embedded media. Kevin Durant is one of the most active athletes we have ever seen when it comes to social media. He is amongst the NBA’s greatest all-time scorers but still has more tweets than he has career points. That is an awkward statistic considering we know that KD has had burner accounts in the past where he used to primarily tweet from. Over this summer, KD has had very little patience for trolls or people cho…

By Gautam Varier View the original article to see embedded media. It is safe to say Tyler Herro has not had a great offseason up to this point. After the Heat were eliminated by the Celtics in 7 games in the Eastern Conference Finals, Herro, who was coming off a season where he was crowned Sixth Man of the Year, stated that he felt he had earned a starting role next season. Pat Riley quickly quashed any talk of him having earned a spot, as he stated Herro would have to win the role in training camp. He then had to deal with some talk of him cheating on his partner and that was followed by ramp…

By Lee Tran View the original article to see embedded media. Kevin Durant is one of the best players in the NBA. He is highly regarded for his ability to create his own shot against any defender in the league, and there’s no doubt that Durant is one of the greatest scorers of all time. Off the court, Kevin Durant is often spotted using social media, with him frequently posting on Twitter. Though Durant has often been criticized for him roasting fans on the app, he once noted that players should be encouraged to have interactions with the NBA fanbase on social media. I don’t see a problem with …

By Divij Kulkarni View the original article to see embedded media. Donovan Mitchell is the biggest name left on the market, with several teams reportedly involved in trying to make a deal happen for him. The New York Knicks have been considered frontrunners throughout the process, and indeed they remain in the strongest position to acquire Mitchell. They announced a huge extension for RJ Barrett on Monday, and there were some concerns about what this meant for their pursuit of Mitchell, but it seems they can still acquire the Jazz guard. The question has long been what Mitchell wants to do, th…

By Gautam Varier View the original article to see embedded media. Jeanie Buss was caught up in an unfortunate situation earlier this month, where her Twitter account got hacked. Despite the increased security measures in place in this day and age, these incidents, unfortunately, pop up on occasion and the Lakers owner was the latest big-name victim. While hackers usually resort to putting out tweets like the ones we saw when Chris Paul’s account was hacked last year, the ones in Jeanie’s case, tricked people into falling for a PS5 scam. Buss later issued a statement via the Lakers in which she…

By Divij Kulkarni View the original article to see embedded media. The ultimate test of character comes when players make decisions that they know might irritate the fans that follow them. For a lot of players, those decisions come every once in a while. Kevin Durant, however, seems to be on a roll on that front since 2016. There is perhaps no NBA player that has as much vitriol directed at them as KD and no player that claps back as much as he does either. The latest decision Durant has made to continue his partnership with the Brooklyn Nets hasn’t gone over too well. There has been a lot of …

By Aditya Mohapatra View the original article to see embedded media. The Golden State Warriors last season certainly showed why they were perhaps one of the best teams to ever play in the NBA. Despite the odds being heavily stacked against them, the Warriors showed up in the playoffs. Given the championship experience they had, the Dubs stepped up in the post-season and dismantled their opposition to win their 4th title in 7 years. This was certainly the perfect return possible for Klay Thompson. After missing two consecutive seasons due to long-term injuries, many doubted whether Thompson wou…

By Divij Kulkarni View the original article to see embedded media. Kevin Durant is quite the beast on the court as well as off it. Perhaps no other superstar has engaged with fans on the level that KD has throughout the years. His Twitter is filled with replies to fans that get too cocky, he doesn’t believe that he is above interacting with them by being an NBA superstar. There has been plenty of reason for KD to get trolled too, his move to the Golden State Warriors was met with universal derision. His latest trade request to the Brooklyn Nets also has people calling him out for supposedly ru…

By Nico Martinez View the original article to see embedded media. In New Orleans, the Pelicans are hoping their new big three with Zion Williamson, CJ McCollum, and Brandon Ingram is enough to take them to new heights in the West. But before they do anything of importance in the NBA next season, Zion and B.I. are going to have to pick up the phone. On Twitter Saturday, the Pelicans encouraged the pair of youngsters to pick up CJ’s FaceTime calls, and it caught a lot of attention from fans. As one Twitter user pointed out in the comments, nobody should suspect that something serious is going on…

By Gautam Varier View the original article to see embedded media. Losing in the NBA Finals this past postseason would have been tough to deal with for the Boston Celtics, but the team had managed to position itself to bounce back from that disappointment. They were bringing back the core that had done ever so well to get them to the Finals and they also managed to bring in Malcolm Brogdon and Danilo Gallinari. The ship seemed to be sailing smoothly but then the bombshell news dropped that they had offered a trade package centered around Jaylen Brown for Kevin Durant. That unsurprisingly has le…

By Lee Tran View the original article to see embedded media. In the modern day, we generally have to be careful with social media. There are many pitfalls to it, along with potentially getting hacked. It seems as though that has happened to a prominent member of the Los Angeles Lakers organization today. Governor Jeanie Buss has recently gotten her Twitter account taken over by hackers. A tweet featuring a “PS5 for sale” was sent from her account, and it is clear that this is a scam, as Jeanie Buss doesn’t seem like the person who would sell a PS5 over Twitter. Hopefully, this issue with Jeani…

By Nico Martinez View the original article to see embedded media. Golden State star Steph Curry is enjoying unprecedented success and prosperity on the basketball court. But when it comes to the baseball field, he’s not nearly as dangerous. On Wednesday, a clip went viral on Twitter that featured the reigning Finals MVP taking some batting practice with the Oakland A’s. He managed to hit a few balls, but it’s safe to say that he made the right choice sticking to basketball. Curry is a man of many talents and his appreciation for sports extends beyond just the game of basketball. In fact, Steph…

By Divij Kulkarni View the original article to see embedded media. LeBron James recently got caught a bit of offseason drama when an Instagram model shared screenshots of James having viewed her story. Normally, this story could have caused a bit of a scandal, star athletes trying to make something happen with models is a tale as old as time. However, NBA fans leaped to James’ defense, likely because of the respect most people have for his long-time relationship with his wife, Savannah James. Considering that all there was to the story at the time was a screenshot of James having viewed her st…

By Aikansh Chaudhary View the original article to see embedded media. Kevin Durant is regarded as one of the most skilled basketball players to ever play in the NBA. The Slim Reaper is a nightmare for his opponents on a regular basis and can turn the flow of the game around in minutes. Over the years, KD has only gotten better and dropped some of the most memorable performances in NBA history. But one of the best performances from the 2x NBA champion didn’t even come on the NBA court. Yes, we are talking about the time when KD appeared at Rucker Park back in 2011. At the time, Durant was playi…

By Lee Tran View the original article to see embedded media. The greatest player in Cleveland Cavaliers history is LeBron James. He brought the franchise their only championship in 2016, after coming from 3-1 down against the Golden State Warriors. When people think about Cavaliers’ greats, they generally think of LeBron James. With that being said, LeBron James isn’t the only elite player who has played for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Mark Price is a player that made multiple All-Star appearances with the team and even led them to the Eastern Conference Finals. Recently, Mark Price was praised b…

By Orlando Silva View the original article to see embedded media. Shaquille O’Neal’s beef with Dwight Howard is well documented. There’s no love between these two and they make sure to confirm that (mostly Shaq) whenever they have the chance. The Big Diesel never liked the fact that Howard was called ‘Superman’, as he believed he was the only one in the league. Well, after people around the league gave that nickname to D-12, things went south between him and Shaq. The 4x NBA champion then started a campaign against Howard, attacking him whenever he had the chance, trying to bring him down at a…

By Nico Martinez View the original article to see embedded media. While the NBA offseason can be a drag sometimes, fans do their best to keep the time passing through debates, hot takes, and inclusive conversations. One such conversation took place on Twitter, where one account asked fans to eliminate one of these four players: Anthony Davis, Jimmy Butler, Damian Lillard, and Jayson Tatum. All of these guys have their own strengths and weaknesses, and all of them are some of the best at what they do. For those reasons, and couldn’t come to a clear agreement on which one to take out. Each perso…

By Nico Martinez View the original article to see embedded media. At this point of the NBA offseason, fans don’t have much to keep them entertained. There are no games on, most of the best free agents are signed, and the Kevin Durant/Kyrie Irving sweepstakes have slowed to a crawl. So when it was announced yesterday that LeBron James would be suiting up for the Drew League, fans all over the globe got hype and prepared to tune in to witness greatness. James did not disappoint, as his fingerprints were all over the game. With dunks, threes, and plenty of awesome highlights on both ends, it was …

By Orlando Silva View the original article to see embedded media. The New Orleans Pelicans have one of the most entertaining Twitter accounts in the NBA. The franchise has become famous for its trolling on social media, especially the ones aimed at the teams in Los Angeles. After taking the Lakers out of the play-in tournament and then doing the same with the Clippers, they sent a big message on Twitter, celebrating that they shut down parties in Los Angeles after their magical season. Things haven’t changed for the Pelicans this offseason, and recently, one Lakers fan received a huge burn fro…

By Divij Kulkarni View the original article to see embedded media. Kevin Durant stays active on Twitter perhaps more than any other NBA player, let alone a superstar. KD is unfiltered on the platform, engaging with everyone from fellow players, to media members, and even with the fans. While this accessibility is great in a way, it also leads to a lot of criticism for him when he tweets something without constructing his thoughts in an orderly manner. Durant has been called everything from weak and sensitive, to a snake, especially since his move to the Golden State Warriors in 2016. The hate …

By Nico Martinez View the original article to see embedded media. With the entire NBA reeling from his trade request, Kevin Durant is getting blasted from all corners by the haters, who continue to hold his disloyalty against him. On Monday, Durant got some support from an unlikely source (Draymond Green’s mother), who called out Warriors fans and others across the league who are skeptical about their team acquiring the 34-year-old former MVP. This stuff is hilarious…. Everyone saying who don’t want one of the greatest players to ever play the game! I wouldn’t care what a spectator/commentator…

By Orlando Silva View the original article to see embedded media. Amid the Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving dramas, the Brooklyn Nets are trying to solve every issue they’ve had in the past season. They assembled a team that looked great on paper, and even after James Harden left, they knew that Ben Simmons would be a great addition to them. However, the Australian point guard never suited up for the team and couldn’t share touches with Durant and Irving, missing a big opportunity last season. Now, Simmons is on the verge of being left alone at Barclays Center, as both KD and Ky are on their way …

By Nico Martinez View the original article to see embedded media. As the proud face of the NBA’s “new media” movement, it’s no surprise that Draymond Green finds himself clashing with some of the industry’s most decorated and long-standing members. Against FOX Sports broadcaster Skip Bayless, Dray has initiated an all-out Twitter war that has him exchanging blows with the 70-year-old sports analyst. On Wednesday afternoon, things took another turn when Mr. Bayless attacked Draymond on Twitter. In a lengthy post, he challenged the 4x champion to debate him face-to-face for all the world to see….

By Gautam Varier View the original article to see embedded media. As the Los Angeles Clippers look to take some inspiration from the Golden State Warriors to go from missing the playoffs to NBA champions, they have added a potentially big piece to their championship puzzle. After the Rockets failed to find a trade partner for John Wall, they secured a buyout with the former All-Star and reports indicate he is set to sign with the Clippers. Wall, a 5-time All-Star, sat out the entirety of the 2021-22 season with the Rockets and he now goes from a rebuilding team to a contender. He also gets to …

By Orlando Silva View the original article to see embedded media. The 2022 NBA free agency could be one to remember, given all the moves we could see between teams. Even though we don’t have high-profile names testing the waters of the free markets, we could see some trades happening and shocking the entire NBA world. After Kyrie Irving had an impasse with the Brooklyn Nets earlier this week, many reports have surfaced explaining what could happen to the veteran point guard. Irving’s decision with the Nets could have huge ramifications, as Kevin Durant could also look for the exit if his frien…

By Orlando Silva View the original article to see embedded media. Kendrick Perkins isn’t shy to voice his opinions on live TV or social media. The former NBA champion doesn’t care about who gets offended by his words, he’ll always speak his mind and nothing else. More often than not, this has created problems for Perk, who has been roasted by fans for some of his bad takes. This has happened before and will continue to happen given the nature of his personality. He’s used to dealing with fans, but recently, two players attacked him after making a comparison. On Thursday night, Perkins compared…

By Lee Tran View the original article to see embedded media. Russell Westbrook is a player that has often been criticized during this season for his poor performances for the Los Angeles Lakers. There have been many fans and analysts who have claimed that he was one of the biggest problems for the Los Angeles Lakers this season. A hurtful nickname that people often use for Russell Westbrook is “Westbrick”. It is clear that people are modifying his last name to include the word “brick” which in basketball terms means a badly missed shot. Previously, Russell Westbrook made a statement where he s…

By Aikansh Chaudhary View the original article to see embedded media. Being on social media is a tiring task for athletes. It feels good when they get appreciated for their amazing performances, but when they fail to play well, they are absolutely destroyed by fans. Each player in the NBA has a different way of handling these fans on social media. While some prefer to simply ignore those comments and carry on with their lives, there are many who make sure to give a befitting reply to these fans. The likes of Draymond Green and Kevin Durant unquestionably fall into the second category. They are…

By Divij Kulkarni View the original article to see embedded media. Tyler Herro was named the NBA’s Sixth Man Of The Year this season, he impressed mightily off the bench for the Miami Heat. Herro has established himself as a scorer and someone with the ability to take the next step and become a true star in the league. However, in recent news cycles, the mentions of Herro have been far from positive. There were several rumors about the Heat man earlier this month when his girlfriend and the mother of his child, Katya Elise Henry, shared things on social media that implied Herro had cheated on …

By Divij Kulkarni View the original article to see embedded media. Dirk Nowitzki is one of the greatest NBA players of all time, his career with the Dallas Mavericks has earned him a place among the very elite personalities in league history. And while a lot of those players, names like Michael Jordan, and Kobe Bryant, were all known for their great intensity, Nowitzki has always been a more laidback sort of superstar, especially off the court. Dirk was a killer on the court, this cannot be doubted, his one-legged fadeaway was as good as unstoppable and he used it to crush opposition defense w…

By Nico Martinez View the original article to see embedded media. LeBron James isn’t just trying to build a legacy for himself, he’s building an empire with his family that will stand for generations. This past basketball season wasn’t kind to the King, as his Lakers fell to 11th in the Western Conference. But for LeBron, the future is all about his children — and he has a whole lot to be excited about in that regard. On Thursday, James took to. Instagram to post a special highlight clip featuring his son, Bronny, and his development as a player and a man. James, beaming with pride, posted th…

By Divij Kulkarni View the original article to see embedded media. The NBA Finals are going on and it’s arguably the most intense time of the season, with both the teams that have made it trying desperately to win and clinch the championship. The Warriors and Celtics are currently knotted at 1-1 with the series going back to Boston, and while things were amicable between the two teams before the series began, it has quickly become quite testy. Draymond Green, someone who often gets under the skin of his opponents has successfully managed to rile up the Celtics, with some of his antics leaving …

By Gautam Varier View the original article to see embedded media. It is one of the greatest moments in a person’s life when they become a father and Trae Young got to experience it on the 2nd of June. The Atlanta Hawks superstar broke the news on Twitter on Friday night as he and Shelby Miller welcomed their first child. Young and Harris have been together since Trae’s days at the University of Oklahoma back in 2017 and the two got engaged in December last year. They now become proud parents to Tydus Reign Young! “On June 2nd, 2022. A Star was Born 💫 Tydus Reign Young 🙏🏽❣️❄️💯” Trae now enters …

By Orlando Silva View the original article to see embedded media. Glen ‘Big Baby’ Davis is one of the most entertaining former NBA players out there, constantly surprising fans with his hilarious comments or even when he’s not so smart around other people. Not so long ago, the former Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Clippers player was spotted sitting at somebody else’s seats at TD Garden, with Kevin Durant even roasting him for the mistake. Moreover, he was caught making some thirsty comments about WNBA star Liz Cambage when she attended Serge Ibaka’s cooking show. Well, that’s not the last thi…

By Ishaan Bhattacharya View the original article to see embedded media. LeBron James is enjoying his off-season to the maximum. While it is easy to hate on someone for enjoying life after his team was eliminated in the regular season, LeBron carried an incredibly heavy load on the Lakers this season. Additionally, he is in the 19th off-season of his career, so he definitely has a lot of unwinding to do with all the miles on his body already. Nothing is as relaxing as taking a drive around the streets of Los Angeles, and LeBron has plenty of cars to do it in style. As a billion-dollar athlete w…

By Divij Kulkarni View the original article to see embedded media. Ja Morant has established himself as a true star this season, winning the Most Improved Award thanks to his incredible jump during the regular season, and following it up with his first series win in the playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The matchup between the two sides was exciting, with young talent on both sides not afraid to talk their talk, as Morant showed after winning Game 5 for the Grizzlies. Well, if any people thought Ja would stay quiet after the series was clinched they were wrong. But Morant didn’t nee…

By Nico Martinez View the original article to see embedded media. When looking at Russell Westbrook’s recent Instagram activity, there’s really only one question to ask: why? Since completing a stressful campaign for the Lakers, Westbrook has been mostly quiet, seemingly gathering strength and formulating a game plan to improve his performance next season. A few days ago, however, the former MVP drew some attention after clearing his Instagram history. At first, the only pictures deleted were of the last couple of years, during his stints with Houston, L.A., and D.C. At the time, fans thought …

By Orlando Silva View the original article to see embedded media. Russell Westbrook’s time with the Los Angeles Lakers is seemingly coming to an end. The partnership between the former MVP and the 17-time champions didn’t work and everything points out he will leave the squad this offseason. Westbrook is ready to try his luck somewhere else, but he’s sending messages before everything is said and done. The veteran point guard recently deleted every picture he had related to the Los Angeles Lakers, but it seems that wasn’t the end of it. Now Westbrook has deleted all the posts on his account, l…

By Divij Kulkarni View the original article to see embedded media. Kevin Durant has been praised a lot in recent times, he was recognized by a lot of people as the best player in the world this season. However, things have changed after the first-round series between the Brooklyn Nets and the Boston Celtics, Durant’s failure to perform at a high enough level to get one win has seen him catch flak from fans and members of the media alike. If there’s one thing Kevin Durant is known for, it’s not being too thrilled when he is criticized, KD often claps back at people on social media. His activity…

By Divij Kulkarni View the original article to see embedded media. Kevin Durant has been praised a lot in recent times, he was recognized by a lot of people as the best player in the world this season. However, things have changed after the first-round series between the Brooklyn Nets and the Boston Celtics, Durant’s failure to perform at a high enough level to get one win has seen him catch flak from fans and members of the media alike. If there’s one thing Kevin Durant is known for, it’s not being too thrilled when he is criticized, KD often claps back at people on social media. His activity…

By Aaditya Krishnamurthy View the original article to see embedded media. Russell Westbrook was in for a tough challenge in Los Angeles when he joined the Lakers. But fans did not expect his season to be as bad as it was. Westbrook looked quite poor in the purple and gold, and he and the franchise ended up missing the playoffs. Westbrook has been blamed for many of the problems the team had over the course of the season. And it appears he is ready to move on, at least if his Instagram is anything to go by. One NBA fan posted a screenshot of Russell Westbrook’s Instagram page on Twitter, and it…

By Orlando Silva View the original article to see embedded media. Patrick Beverley made a lot of headlines earlier this week when he effusively celebrated the Minnesota Timberwolves beating the Los Angeles Clippers in the first game of the Western Conference play-in tournament. They secured their spot in the 2022 NBA playoffs, but for Bev and the T-Wolves meant more than that. They had a big celebration that caught the attention of many people around the league. The Inside the NBA crew roasted them for the celebration, while players like LeBron James and Kyle Kuzma couldn’t help but laugh at t…

By Ishaan Bhattacharya View the original article to see embedded media. Up until very recently, Kevin Durant had more tweets than he had points scored in the NBA. That was incredible considering KD is one of the greatest scorers to ever live. However, he is probably one of the greatest basketball Twitter personalities ever. Durant has had a penchant for replying to fans and haters on Twitter quite often, having had arguments with people from almost every fanbase. Even an innocuous comment can be used by Durant to spill his venom. There hasn’t been an NBA player more willing than Durant to face…

By Lee Tran View the original article to see embedded media. Dwyane Wade is obviously known for his feats on the basketball court, but he is also a celebrity that is known for having a good sense of humor and for being able to joke around. Recently his funny side showed in an Instagram reel that he posted. The Instagram reel featured a video of Dwyane Wade being happy, with celebratory screaming in the background. The video also featured the words “when your wife says go have fun with the boys this weekend”. View the original article to see embedded media. There is no doubt that it’s generally…

By Orlando Silva View the original article to see embedded media. Paul Pierce keeps making headlines with his NBA takes and the things he does in his personal life. Almost a year after his controversial Instagram live, where he showed many women around him and his friends while they played poker, the Boston Celtics legend is back at it, putting up another show on social media. In recent days, a video surfaced showing the 2008 NBA champion with a girl, kissing and having a good time. Pierce shared a couple of Instagram stories while doing his thing with the girl, smiling at the camera and just …

By Divij Kulkarni View the original article to see embedded media. James Worthy was one of the best college players of his era, he led the UNC Tar Heels to a college championship alongside a young Michael Jordan before he declared for the NBA. Now, while Worthy is often remembered third to Magic and Kareem on the Showtime Lakers, there is no doubting that he was absolutely dominant when he was in college. In fact, he was even beating Michael Jordan in 1-on-1 games around that time. Worthy is remembered for some iconic plays he made during that run to the championship in 1982, but there’s a les…

By Orlando Silva View the original article to see embedded media. It’s fair to say Dennis Rodman had a blast at the NBA’s top 75 celebration, where he was invited as one of the best 75 players of all time. The greatest rebounder of all time had a lot of fun after making a surprise appearance. He reunited with Michael Jordan and had the chance to crash some pictures at the same time. It was in one of these pictures that Dennis teased his collab with the clothing brand ‘Vlone.’ Dennis took off his commemorative jacket and kept a hoodie that showed his face with ‘Vlone’ written above his head. Al…

By Divij Kulkarni View the original article to see embedded media. The New Orleans Pelicans the Los Angeles Lakers are currently locked in a battle as they try to get the best possible seeding they can in the Western Conference. Both teams look destined to be among the final play-in spots but while the Pelicans might have seen this coming, the Lakers are punching well below their weight in this situation. And the punches keep on coming for LA, they lost to the Pelicans in emphatic fashion, losing every single quarter convincingly except the 4th. A 19-point difference between the Pelicans and t…

By Aaditya Krishnamurthy View the original article to see embedded media. With the 2022 NBA All-Star Game being held in Cleveland this year, there was a lot of anticipation about the return of LeBron James. James, who is a native of Akron, Ohio, just a few miles out of Cleveland, played for the franchise for 11 years across 2 stints. And he helped bring the franchise its only NBA championship in history. During his press interactions at All-Star weekend, LeBron James seemingly suggested that he would be open to a return to Cleveland. Many fans speculated that this is because of the exciting yo…

By Nico Martinez View the original article to see embedded media. LeBron James was the star of the show on All-Star weekend, but he could end up being the star of a lawsuit if things turn sour. Months ago, LeBron condemned the actions of Wisconsin resident Kyle Rittenhouse, who was involved in the killing of two men and the wounding of a third during anti-police protests in Kenosha back in 2020. Now, Rittenhouse has added LeBron to his list of legal targets in the aftermath of his ordeal. (via Total Pro Sports) “I think everyone wants to know … what are your plans for LeBron James?” journalist…

By Lee Tran View the original article to see embedded media. Luka Doncic is one of the best players in the world, and he recently participated in his 3rd All-Star Game. There is no doubt that he is a fantastic scorer and playmaker, and Luka Doncic is currently putting up 27.5 PPG, 9.2 RPG, and 9.0 APG this season. It is clear that he is having a great season currently. Anamaria Goltes is a model that is currently Luka Doncic’s girlfriend, and she recently made an Instagram post with a heartfelt message about the Slovenian superstar after the All-Star weekend. The post features two photos of he…

By Orlando Silva View the original article to see embedded media. Most of the time, when Kevin Durant logs into Twitter, he goes off on people criticizing him. It could be a fan, a media member, or perhaps another athlete. The 2x NBA champion isn’t shy to express his opinion regardless of who can feel offended by it. A couple of weeks ago after he engaged in a battle with Stephen A. Smith, Durant returned to Twitter to send a message to one of the biggest stories in the NBA this season. DeMar DeRozan is playing at the highest level this campaign, leading the Chicago Bulls to the top of the Eas…

By Aaditya Krishnamurthy View the original article to see embedded media. Kevin Durant is usually very active on social media. KD is known to use platforms like Twitter and Instagram on a regular basis, and sometimes even uses the platforms to send direct and subliminal messages to fans and other personalities within the NBA. But one person was relieved, and even thrilled to see Kevin Durant like his post on Instagram. That would be none other than Kanye West. Yesterday, Kanye was posting a lot on social media, with comments and messages mostly directed towards Pete Davidson, Kid Cudi, and his…

By Divij Kulkarni View the original article to see embedded media. The Ben Simmons saga is finally over for the Philadelphia 76ers, with the former All-Star guard being dealt to the Brooklyn Nets in a trade that has seen them acquire James Harden. The fallout between the franchise, their fans and Simmons has been on a scale that the NBA hasn’t seen in many years and there is no love lost between the city of Philadelphia and their now former player in Ben. So it’s no surprise that there is already an eye on the next time the Brooklyn Nets have to visit the Sixers. This contest promises to be ex…

By Aaditya Krishnamurthy View the original article to see embedded media. Ja Morant has become one of the most popular players in the NBA. Morant has been sensational in his third NBA season, playing at an extremely high level, and becoming one of the best point guards in the NBA today. But while most of the league has been taking notice, some fans aren’t too thrilled about Morant’s rise to the top. One NBA fan on Twitter slammed Ja Morant recently, for being too arrogant, and thinking highly of himself. The fan said that Morant talks too much, and he is hoping that he and the Memphis Grizzlie…

By Aaditya Krishnamurthy View the original article to see embedded media. For many fans, LeBron James’ prime was during the time he played with the Miami Heat. He formed one of the most dominant teams, joining fellow friends and All-Stars Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh, and took the franchise to 4 consecutive NBA Finals, winning back-to-back NBA Championships in 2012 and 2013, and won regular season and Finals MVPs in both those years. James’ departure from Miami was abrupt, as he left to rejoin the Cleveland Cavaliers, and bring a championship to his home state’s franchise. But there is no doubt …

By Orlando Silva View the original article to see embedded media. Kanye West appears to be making moves to link up with Michael Jordan and squash their beef. The iconic rapper initially had a good relationship with the NBA legend, but everything changed in 2015, when Kanye jumped from Nike to Adidas to launch his Yeezy label. After that move, he sent a big message to Nike executives and Jordan in his song ‘Facts.’ At the end of 2015, Kanye claimed, “Yeezy just jumped over Jumpman,” which didn’t sit well with His Airness. A couple of months ago, Kanye revealed that Jordan wasn’t happy with his …

By Nico Martinez View the original article to see embedded media. Amid season-long struggles, LeBron James and the Lakers have been doing damage control for the past few months. As rumors and speculation continue to emerge about the state of the team, James has been putting the team on his back in a bid to stay afloat in the loaded Western Conference. It’s been a rough season, but LeBron is showing everyone that he’s not ready to give up his place at the top. And after L.A.’s win over the Orlando Magic on Friday, in which he dropped 30 points and 12 rebounds, the King made sure to remind the w…

By Divij Kulkarni View the original article to see embedded media. LeBron James married his high-school girlfriend Savannah James and their relationship as well as their family is something that fans of the NBA admire greatly. The couple are known for supporting each other through the trials and tribulations that come with LeBron being one of the most popular players in the history of the game and someone that is constantly in the public eye. Savannah posted a video of herself on Instagram on Sunday night, one where it’s clear that the King himself was recording his wife’s beauty from every an…

By Charles Eluemuno View the original article to see embedded media. Shaquille O’Neal has been in the news a lot for his hot takes about basketball. He recently blasted the Brooklyn Nets for recalling Kyrie Irving, stating that they do not need him. While his job as an analyst has been amazing, fans have continued to pay attention to the four-time NBA champ’s life to find out his relationship status. In the spirit of Christmas, the beautiful Tiara Renee uploaded a picture of herself, Shaquille O’Neal, and her baby on Instagram. The internet has been buzzing ever since as speculations regarding…

By Charles Eluemuno View the original article to see embedded media. Shaquille O’Neal has been in the news a lot for his hot takes about basketball. He recently blasted the Brooklyn Nets for recalling Kyrie Irving, stating that they do not need him. While his job as an analyst has been amazing, fans have continued to pay attention to the four-time NBA champ’s life to find out his relationship status. In the spirit of Christmas, the beautiful Tiara Renee uploaded a picture of herself, Shaquille O’Neal, and her baby on Instagram. The internet has been buzzing ever since as speculations regarding…

By Nico Martinez View the original article to see embedded media. On Saturday, the Los Angeles Lakers lost another game against one of the NBA’s top teams. It’s their fifth straight loss and puts them another game below .500. At this point, it’s clear they need some help — and fast. On Twitter, Michael Beasley seemed to volunteer himself as a potential answer. We don’t know if Beasley is serious about a comeback, but he’s definitely serious about defending his honor. As fans trash-talked him on Twitter, he made sure to fight back. Beasley, 32, has not played since the 2018-19 season when he w…

By Lee Tran View the original article to see embedded media. Josh Hart isn’t a star, but he is a fantastic role player that has a fairly versatile game. He is a very good rebounder for his size and has some interior finishing and playmaking ability. He has had a great year thus far for the New Orleans Pelicans. Earlier today, Josh Hart took to Twitter to express his support for his teammate Brandon Ingram’s All-Star candidacy. Like on a lot of Twitter posts by celebrities, there were some trolls, one of whom told Hart that Ingram “carries” him. There are definitely NBA players who would have s…

By Aaditya Krishnamurthy View the original article to see embedded media. Malik Monk is one of the many players in the NBA right now currently in the league’s health and safety protocols after testing positive for COVID-19. The recent surge in the NBA, and the entire world, is due to the emergence of the new Omicron variant, which is able to spread faster. In the midst of this quarantine, Monk took to Twitter to send a small message. Monk just posted the words ‘free me’ on Twitter, something that has generated a lot of questions among fans of the Lakers and the NBA. There is debate as to what …

By Charles Eluemuno View the original article to see embedded media. The 2021-22 NBA season has been full of surprises, some good, some bad. Some of the teams that were not paid any attention to coming into the season are having incredible runs, while the top teams are performing way below expectation. So far, the Los Angeles Lakers are one of the most disappointing teams in the league. You would think they are ranked dead last in the Western Conference standings, but that is not the case. The Lakers are ranked 7th in the West with a 16-5 record. While that is not entirely poor, so much more w…