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Key Points: Bam Adebayo Scores 30, Leads Heat Past Grizzles
The Miami Heat defeated the Memphis Grizzles by a score of 108-102 to earn their fourth victory of the season. The Heat have now improved to 4-4 on the season. The Grizzles cut the Heat’s lead to 105-102 late in the fourth quarter, though Heat rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. hit a big three-pointer to ice […]
Key Points: Jimmy Butler Scores 28, Leads Heat Past Lakers 108-107 in Miami
The Miami Heat earned their third win of the season in a nailbiter over the Los Angeles Lakers. The two teams put on a show in front of the Miami home crowd. LeBron James made yet another return to Miami. It has been nine years since he left Miami to return home to play for […]
Deni Avdija’s Progress: Offseason Work Yields Bright Spot For Washington Wizards
MIAMI, FL — There’s power at the intersection of positivity and preparation. After a loss in the first game of the NBA’s In-Season Tournament at the hands of the Miami Heat, it might seem as if there isn’t much to celebrate for the Washington Wizards. One of the positives for Washington in a season that […]
Key Points: Wagner, Banchero Lead Charge, Propel Magic Past Lakers in Orlando
The Orlando Magic and the Los Angeles Lakers squared off for the second time in less than a week. This time they did so at the Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. The Magic were looking to avenge the heartbreaking loss they took in Los Angeles. The Magic ended up doing just that, defeating the Lakers […]
Key Points: Tyler Herro Scores 24, Leads Heat Past Wizards During NBA In-Season Tournament Opener
The Washington Wizards and the Miami Heat squared off at the Kaseya Center in each team’s first NBA In-Season Tournament game. Playing on a newly designed court—with a mostly bright red floor—gave the arena a new feel. The Miami Heat played with high energy and were able to pull out a 121-114 victory over the Wizards. […]
Key Points: Russell, Davis Lead The Way For Lakers, Defeat Magic 106-103 In Los Angeles
The Los Angeles Lakers and the Orlando Magic were slated to face off twice this week. Two games in six days to be exact. The Lakers came out on top in the first contest against the Magic by a score of 106-103 and this game was back and forth the entire time. LeBron James Believes […]
Sports Biz: D.C. Defenders To Continue ‘Beer Snake’ Tradition in 2024
Attending a D.C. Defenders game at Audi Field is about more than just the game. It’s an event that allows fans to be part of a community of supporters and presents unique experiences along the way. The truest of sports fans in the DMV know about the Defenders’ “Beer Snake” tradition, which started back in […]
Jason Kidd Believes Non-American Players Will Comprise Half of NBA Within Seven Years
DALLAS, TX — Jason Kidd, the head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, recently shared his insights on the growing influence of international players in the NBA. In a league historically dominated by American talent, Kidd predicted that 50 percent of the NBA will be international players by 2030. The prediction sheds light on the evolving […]
NBA Betting: Over/Under Win Totals To Start 2023-24 Regular Season
The 2023-24 NBA season kicks off on Tuesday, October 24. Let’s take a look at each team’s win totals before the regular season begins. Eastern Conference Win Totals Boston Celtics: 55.5 Milwaukee Bucks: 54.5 Cleveland Cavaliers: 50.5 Philadelphia 76ers: 49.5 Miami Heat: 45.5 New York Knicks: 45.5 Atlanta Hawks: 42.5 Indiana Pacers: 38.5 Brooklyn Nets: […]
Washington Wizards’ 2023-24 Schedule Might Help Team Win More Games Than Expected
Few expect the Washington Wizards to compete with the NBA’s best in the win column this season, though the schedule-makers did the franchise some favors. There are 28 instances during the 2023-24 NBA season where the Wizards likely have a schedule advantage and a few other matchups that just missed the list. #NBA Southeastern DivisionWin […]
Inside The Wizards’ Innovative Plan For Danilo Gallinari’s Next Chapter
WASHINGTON DC — Danilo Gallinari is in good spirits. On NBA Media Day, the Italian sharpshooter joked with Wizards staffers, answered questions from the local media, and explained one of his goals for the upcoming season: proving that he could still play in the NBA. “The league has gotten so much younger. I want to […]
Damian Lillard Trade Breakdown: Bucks Continue All-In Push
On the Wednesday before the Bucks settle in for their 2023 Media Day and open training camp, the front office has swung a blockbuster trade. Milwaukee acquired Damian Lillard from the Blazers in a three-team trade that includes the Suns. Full trade, per sources: – Bucks: Damian Lillard– Blazers: Jrue Holiday, Deandre Ayton, Toumani Camara, […]
Premier League Summer Series Kicks Off In Philadelphia
The Premier League is coming to the United States. The first-ever Premier League-hosted preseason tournament will kick off on Saturday, July 22 in Philadelphia, PA. The tournament will feature nine live matches across nine days with Chelsea facing Brighton & Hove Albion in the opening match. Aston Villa, Brentford, Fulham, and Newcastle United are also […]
Victor Wembanyama’s Rise To Becoming The Next NBA Superstar
In the world of basketball, once in a while, a prodigious talent emerges, captivating fans and experts alike. The case of Victor Wembanyama—a towering 7’5” French prospect—whose rise to stardom has been nothing short of remarkable. With a unique blend of size, skill, and versatility, Wembanyama has captured the attention of scouts, coaches, and fans […]
Wizards: Details On Finalized Jordan Poole Trade
The Jordan Poole trade is official, per a team press release. Washington acquired Poole, Ryan Rollins, and Patrick Baldwin Jr. along with a 2030 first-round pick, a 2027 second-round pick, and cash considerations from the Warriors in exchange for guard Chris Paul (CP3 was acquired by the Wizards in the Bradley Beal trade earlier in […]
Key Points: Vincent, Butler, Adebayo Have Big Nights, Lead Heat Past Nuggets To Tie Series At 1-1
The Miami Heat showed up and showed out to earn a 111-108 win over the Denver Nuggets. The Miami Heat have tied the 2023 NBA Finals up at 1-1. The Heat are now sitting in a good spot with a tied series and headed back to Miami for the next two NBA Finals games. The […]
Team USA Women Take Home 2023 3×3 FIBA World Cup
USA Basketball’s 3×3 Women’s team has taken home the 2023 FIBA World Cup title, winning the title game over France by a score of 16-12 on Sunday in Vienna. The 3×3 title game has a 10-minute clock (it’s usually eight minutes for non-Final games) with a score of 21 winning the game if either team […]
Key Points: Jimmy Butler, Caleb Martin Have Big Nights, Heat Punch Their Ticket to the NBA Finals
The Miami Heat were all but counted out by the media and the general public after Derrick White’s tip-in game-winner in game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Coach Erik Spoelstra and Jimmy Butler promised the Heat would go to Boston and handle their business in game 7. Handling their business is exactly what the […]
Key Points: Gabe Vincent Scores 29, Leads Heat Past Celtics for 3-0 Series Lead
The Miami Heat are officially on the brink of reaching the NBA Finals for the first time since 2014. The Heat demolished the Boston Celtics by a score of 128-102 on Sunday night—They now hold a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Celtics. Coach Erik Spoelstra naturally expected the game to be more of a […]
NBA Buzz: Lakers, Trade Rumors, Cavaliers, Hawks, Draft Notes
Let’s get you caught up on the latest buzz from around the NBA: Lakers Gaining Momentum Los Angeles is one win away from reaching the Western Conference Finals for the second time during LeBron James‘ tenure. Both James and Anthony Davis are probable for Game 5 and the former MVP isn’t worried about being ready […]
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