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March 14, 2024 | NFL

Falcons’ Kyle Pitts had one request from Kirk Cousins to give up No. 8 jersey

Pitts had an interesting request of Cousins in exchange for his No. 8.

March 14, 2024 | Los Angeles Lakers

D’Angelo Russell asked one question before re-signing with Lakers

D'Angelo Russell has flipped the script on the public perception of his ability to make a high-profile impact for the Los Angeles Lakers, and part of that process may have stemmed from a question he asked of the team prior to re-signing.

March 13, 2024 | Minnesota Timberwolves

Timberwolves achieve impressive feat in huge comeback vs. Clippers

The Minnesota Timberwolves did more than flip the script during a stellar comeback victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night. They accomplished an extremely rare NBA feat in the process.

March 1, 2024 | NBA

Wizards, Trail Blazers land in NBA history book in the worst way

The Washington Wizards and Portland Trail Blazers found their way into the NBA history book for accomplishing something no franchise wants listed next to its name.

March 1, 2024 | NBA

Bucks' Patrick Beverley offers unique opinion on LeBron James' comments on Bronny, NBA mock drafts

As some critics emerged to push back on the tweets from LeBron James and others supported his words, Beverley discussed it candidly.

February 29, 2024 | Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James' former teammate says Lakers have 'zero' chance to win the championship

It appears the Los Angeles Lakers' push to climb up the Western Conference standings to secure a decent playoff spot hasn't convinced one of LeBron James' former teammates.

February 29, 2024 | San Antonio Spurs

Victor Wembanyama made unique history with recent stretch of play

Victor Wembanyama certainly didn't need all 53 games he's played thus far in his rookie season to earn the title of a true NBA "unicorn." But he's added to that resume with his recent stretch of play.

February 28, 2024 | NBA

Rudy Gobert suggests Victor Wembanyama might still be getting taller

When the San Antonio Spurs drafted a 7-foot-4 unicorn in Victor Wembanyama, it quickly became apparent that his skillset and size were unlike anything seen before in the NBA. But is he still growing?

February 28, 2024 | Cleveland Cavaliers

Max Strus’ wild game-winner rivaled by incredible college basketball buzzer-beater

The Cavaliers' wild victory over the Mavericks had a bit of competition.

February 28, 2024 | Milwaukee Bucks

Bucks' Damian Lillard details 'lonely' side of drastic change after Trail Blazers trade

Lillard was asked what his life was like in Milwaukee, and he gave about as blunt and honest of an answer as imaginable.

February 28, 2024 | Cleveland Cavaliers

Cavaliers’ radio call of Max Strus’ wild game-winner was among best of NBA season

The wild 60-foot game-winner from Max Strus was more than enough to send both Cleveland Cavaliers fans and NBA fans in general into a frenzy. But the energy provided by the team's radio host, Tim Alcorn, certainly rivaled any real-time reaction we've seen to an NBA finish this season.

February 19, 2024 | NBA

Draymond Green takes jab at Timberwolves big during All-Star Game broadcast

Green and Charles Barkley provided their fair share of banter back-and-forth on the truTV broadcast, but it was the Golden State Warriors forward who stole the show at a few points.

February 19, 2024 | Milwaukee Bucks

Shaq offers Bucks stars candid advice after All-Star Game: 'You're being too nice'

Following an impressive NBA All-Star weekend, Damian Lillard sat down with the crew from TNT's Inside the NBA. While plenty of praise was given to the NBA three-point shootout champion, Lillard, who also took home the All-Star Game's Most Valuable Player award, received some strong advice as well.

February 17, 2024 | Indiana Pacers

Watch: Rising Stars MVP Bennedict Mathurin trolls Pacers teammate Tyrese Haliburton

Indiana Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin put on a show for the hometown fans to get the 2024 NBA All-Star weekend underway.

February 16, 2024 | NBA

Watch: Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert pulls off absurd behind-the-back pass through defender’s legs

The Minnesota Timberwolves had the type of performance Thursday night that NBA teams surely dream about on the final day before the All-Star break.

February 16, 2024 | NBA

Grizzlies rookie trolls Doc Rivers after upset victory over Bucks

It's safe to say Doc Rivers' tenure as the Milwaukee Bucks head coach hasn't gotten off to the start anyone had hoped or expected — except for the team's recent opponents.

February 16, 2024 | NBA

Doc Rivers calls out Bucks after loss to Grizzlies

The Milwaukee Bucks moved to 3-7 under new head coach Doc Rivers on Thursday night following a 113-110 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies.

February 15, 2024 | NBA

Lakers’ Anthony Davis-led trio makes wild NBA history in LeBron James-less win over Jazz

Even without LeBron James, the Los Angeles Lakers continued a strong push into the NBA All-Star break with a 138-122 victory over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night.

February 15, 2024 | NBA

Report: Warriors could ‘explore’ one of four blockbuster moves

While much of the talk ahead of (and after) the NBA trade deadline involved LeBron James' future with the Los Angeles Lakers, things have quieted on that front for the most part.

February 15, 2024 | NFL

Watch: Super Bowl clip shows Patrick Mahomes’ surprised reaction to 49ers’ overtime decision

The debate over the San Francisco 49ers' decision to take the ball first in overtime of Super Bowl LVIII against the Kansas City Chiefs remains a popular one.

February 15, 2024 | NBA

Watch: Wizards’ Jordan Poole sent announcers into frenzy over wild late-game carry vs. Pelicans

Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole hasn't shied away from attempting a bold in-game play, but his latest effort in a 133-126 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans even had the announcers going wild.