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Jeff Smith

Jeff Smith has extensive experience as a sports writer and editor, including stops at ESPN, FOX Sports, CBS Sports, USA TODAY SMG, and Heavy. Jeff's passion for sports content starts and finishes with writing and he's grateful to be able to work in that field on a daily basis.

Jayson Tatum reacts to Marcus Smart's return to Boston

The Boston Celtics rolled past the Memphis Grizzlies 131-91 on Sunday night, but the game result didn't make the biggest headlines.

Chauncey Billups has high praise for Nikola Jokic

The Portland Trail Blazers were tasked with facing the defending champion Denver Nuggets twice in three nights this week. Both games, played in Denver, resulted in victories for Nikola Jokic and company, and ahead of the first matchup, Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups had nothing but high praise for his two-time MVP opponent.

Damian Lillard admits to going through ‘hardest transition’ of his life

The time dating back to Damian Lillard's trade request to the Portland Trail Blazers through the present day has been a frenzy for the now-Milwaukee Bucks star — both on and off the court.

Pacers All-Star Tyrese Haliburton offers candid response to minutes restriction

Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton isn't taking well to a minutes restriction forced on him by a pesky hamstring injury.

Zion Williamson reacts to his game-winner vs. Spurs: 'I live for stuff like this'

Williamson hit a game-winner on Friday night against the San Antonio Spurs, finishing over three defenders with 3.8 seconds left to pull out a 114-113 victory.

Austin Reaves says short-handed Lakers got to ‘show the world’ what they can do vs. Celtics

It can't be easy to find many positives when two teammates, who are also among the best basketball players in the world, are sidelined heading into a matchup with arguably the best team in the NBA.

Darvin Ham praises Austin Reaves after LeBron James-less Lakers upset Celtics

The Los Angeles Lakers dominated en route to their most impressive victory of 2023-24 NBA season — with or without LeBron James and Anthony Davis. 

Insider makes surprising pitch for Lakers' 'best bet' at trade deadline

The Los Angeles Lakers are the team fans will likely hear about the most over the coming week ahead of the Feb. 8 trade deadline.

LeBron James causes stir with cryptic tweet

A tweet of a single emoji from James sent the NBA world into a storm of speculation.

LeBron James gives blunt assessment of Lakers after loss to Hawks

The Los Angeles Lakers dropped their second consecutive game on Tuesday night, and LeBron had a blunt assessment of the team afterward.

Watch: Hawks fans troll D’Angelo Russell amid trade rumors

It's not just the Atlanta Hawks front office that apparently would prefer not to add Los Angeles Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell in a potential trade involving Dejounte Murray.

Crazy stat makes 49ers’ comeback vs. Lions even more remarkable

The 49ers made history in their epic comeback in the NFC Championship game.

Anthony Edwards unloads on officials after Timberwolves win over Thunder

Edwards was so unhappy that he didn't even get off the floor before twice calling out the officials.

Lions HC Dan Campbell had heartbreaking message for team after loss

Detroit Lions HC Dan Campbell gave his team the honest truth following their heartbreaking collapse against the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship game.

Lions' C.J. Gardner-Johnson trolled 49ers fans by waving goodbye way too early

Detroit Lions DB C.J. Gardner-Johnson played with karma during the NFC Championship game and the end result was predictable enough.

Trae Young perfectly explains how impossible it was to defend Luka Doncic during 73-point game

Say what you will about Trae Young, but you have to appreciate his honesty.

Warriors insider provides candid opinion on Klay Thompson's future

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson no longer has youth on his side, but don't expect to see him in a different jersey any time soon.

Suns' Devin Booker achieves outrageous feat with 62-point game vs. Pacers

Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker's heater continued on Friday against the Indiana Pacers and it gave him yet another arena scoring record.

Lakers get good news on long-coveted trade target

The Toronto Raptors are open for business and the Los Angeles Lakers might finally have another shot at landing guard Bruce Brown.

Tom Brady gushes over Patrick Mahomes with impressive breakdown of his skillset

It's nearly impossible to debate the on-field accomplishments of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes as he prepares for a sixth consecutive trip to the AFC Championship Game.

Insider pinpoints key 'hurdle' to Lakers acquiring Dejounte Murray

The Los Angeles Lakers may need a little help to land Atlanta Hawks star Dejounte Murray.

Bulls HC Billy Donovan 'doesn't know' if Zach LaVine will return from injury before trade deadline

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine is currently sidelined by an ankle injury and whether he can return before the NBA's Feb. 8 trade deadline is something that not even his head coach knows.

Heat coach Erik Spoelstra had the most candid answer for his excitement about Terry Rozier trade

While the popular "Heat Culture" mantra has become a staple of the NBA, Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra sounded like someone who believes the team just acquired a player who's ready to embrace it with open arms.

Reporter reveals what Suns fan said to Mavericks’ Luka Doncic to prior to ejection

It's safe to say that things got a bit tense during the Dallas Mavericks' 132-109 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday night. 

Thunder coach Mark Daigneault pushes back on Chet Holmgren vs. Victor Wembanyama rivalry narrative

The Thunder coach may want to buckle up for much more rivalry talk for the foreseeable future.