LeBron James Serves Up a Scorching Hot Take About New Lakers Teammate Russell Westbrook: ‘Most Explosive Point Guard in NBA History’

LeBron James is still learning how to play alongside Russell Westbrook, but he just gave his new Lakers teammate the ultimate compliment.

Jack Dougherty  •  03 Nov 2021
Phil Jackson Had to Wear Prescribed Earplugs in Both NBA Finals Against the Utah Jazz: ‘I’d Go Back to My Room and My Ears Would Ring For Hours’

Utah Jazz fans made things tough on Phil Jackson and the Chicago Bulls during the 1997 and 1998 NBA Finals, so much so that Jackson needed specialized earplugs to avoid suffering permanent hearing damage. The Jazz still boast some of the noisiest fans in the NBA.

Martin Fenn  •  03 Nov 2021
Isiah Thomas Coached Michael Jordan in the 2003 All-Star Game and Prepared for a Media Onslaught by Watching Tape From an Infamous Occasion 18 Years Earlier: ‘I’ve Looked at Film of That Game At Least 60 Times’

Isiah Thomas coached Michael Jordan during his sendoff at the 2003 All-Star Game, and he knew he’d be questioned about the alleged “freeze-out.” He preemptively poured over the tape and challenged inquisitive reporters to find evidence.

Martin Fenn  •  03 Nov 2021
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Charles Barkley Had Differing Views on Their Role-Model Status During Their Playing Days

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Charles Barkley had different views regarding their status as role models during their playing days.

Mike Thomas  •  03 Nov 2021
Did Ernie Johnson Ever Play College Sports?

Did Ernie Johnson play any sports when he was in college?

Mike Thomas  •  02 Nov 2021
Jeff Van Gundy Offers His Brutally Honest Assessment of LeBron James and the New-Look Lakers: ‘I Just Don’t Know If They Fit Well Together’

Jeff Van Gundy recently offered an honest admission about the Lakers’ chances to win it all this year, and he doesn’t sound too confident in LeBron James’ bunch.

Jack Dougherty  •  03 Nov 2021
Kobe Bryant’s Brilliant Business Savvy Just Made His Family $400 Million Richer Overnight

Kobe Bryant’s family is about to become $400 million richer thanks to the Los Angeles Lakers legend’s brilliant 2014 investment.

Jack Dougherty  •  02 Nov 2021