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August 12, 2024 | Atlanta Hawks

Trae Young offers strong opinion from ‘a lot of’ players about incoming draft class

While many considered the 2024 NBA Draft to be one of the weakest in recent memory, Hawks star Trae Young offered his thoughts along with the apparent opinions of some of his peers.

August 11, 2024 | Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James provides 2024 Team USA its nickname after winning Olympic gold medal

First, there was the "Dream Team," and then came the "Redeem Team." So it's only right that the 2024 gold medal-winning United States men's basketball team checks in with its own nickname.

August 9, 2024 | Olympics

Report: Steve Kerr to make lineup change in Team USA's gold-medal game vs. France

The United States and France will meet on Saturday with the gold medal on the line. Tipoff is set for 3:30 p.m. ET.

August 9, 2024 | Olympics

Kevin Durant gushes over Stephen Curry’s performance in Team USA's win

Serbia had Team USA on the ropes in Thursday's semifinal matchup, leading by as many as 17 points and by 13 heading into the final frame. Ultimately, the Americans pulled off a comeback that will go down as one of the most memorable games in Olympic basketball history.

August 8, 2024 | Dallas Cowboys

CeeDee Lamb, Jerry Jones standoff could cause more problems for Cowboys

Jones is juggling three balls on fire, and dropping even one of them could set the Cowboys back in a big way.

August 7, 2024 | NFL

Mike Tomlin sidesteps topic of potential Steelers trade for Brandon Aiyuk

Since reportedly requesting a trade from the San Francisco 49ers amid failed contract extension negotiations, Brandon Aiyuk has become a primary storyline ahead of the 2024 NFL season.

August 7, 2024 | Boston Celtics

Celtics guard 'excited' to see how Jayson Tatum plays in Team USA's rematch vs. Serbia

The start of the 2024 Olympics in Paris featured an eye-opening decision from Team USA basketball head coach Steve Kerr in a 110-84 opening victory against Serbia.

August 3, 2024 | NBA

Spurs legend compares Victor Wembanyama to LeBron James

There are very few NBA players who can be compared to LeBron James without inciting a full-blown argument. But one name who may have a fair case, at least in terms of the hype and build-up to his career, is 2024 NBA Rookie of the Year Victor Wembanyama.

August 1, 2024 | NFL

Aaron Rodgers addresses comment that sparked Davante Adams-to-Jets trade rumors

The build-up to the 2024 NFL training camps featured numerous noteworthy storylines, some more head-scratching than others.

July 31, 2024 | Olympics

Paul George details how he thought he was going to be on Team USA

There's been no shortage of attention on Team USA men's basketball at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

July 31, 2024 | Olympics

Kevin Durant tips cap to Jayson Tatum, Joel Embiid after DNP-CDs for Team USA

It's an extremely unique situation, but the Americans are loaded with talent from top to bottom.

July 31, 2024 | Boston Celtics

Jayson Tatum doesn't hold back on getting benched after dominant win vs. South Sudan

The Celtics star drew the start in the second game of group play against South Sudan.

July 31, 2024 | Philadelphia 76ers

Tyrese Maxey hilariously explains 76ers fans to Paul George

Paul George is set to begin the next chapter of his NBA career, and it could position him well to have a shot at winning a title. But after signing a max contract with the Philadelphia 76ers this offseason, George's new teammate and budding star Tyrese Maxey made sure to give the 34-year-old a rundown of just how passionate the fanbase is.

July 30, 2024 | NBA

76ers’ Daryl Morey on Paul George pursuit: ‘What are the Clippers doing?’

The 76ers executive commented on the Clippers' tactics regarding Paul George and his team's pursuit of the star forward.

July 30, 2024 | NBA

Ex-Laker calls team’s 2020 bubble title 'one of the hardest championships to win'

The Lakers' championship in the NBA's infamous bubble during the COVID-19 pandemic is one that some people want to put an asterisk next to.

July 29, 2024 | NBA

Draymond Green comments on Jalen Brunson giving Knicks a discount

Jalen Brunson signed one of the most noteworthy contract extensions with the Knicks this offseason. However, the conversation wasn't focused on the size of Brunson's new deal but instead on how much money he left on the table with his team-friendly deal.

July 29, 2024 | Kansas City Chiefs

Marquise Brown says Chiefs WRs, Patrick Mahomes are 'lighting it up' with deep balls

The Chiefs' revamped wide receiver corps brings intriguing upside and an undeniable potential to hit on big plays.

July 29, 2024 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Mike Evans was considering two teams before re-signing with Buccaneers

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers may have acted just quickly enough to avoid the risk of losing star wide receiver Mike Evans in free agency.

July 29, 2024 | Olympics

Stephen Curry loving 'rekindling old flames' with Kevin Durant on Team USA

The many NBA fans who have long held out hope of seeing Stephen Curry team up with LeBron James are getting a slightly modified version — one featuring even more superstar power.

July 29, 2024 | Phoenix Suns

Kevin Durant admits he was ‘nervous’ during rehab in push for Team USA return

It didn't take long on Sunday for Kevin Durant to remind everyone that he's Team USA's all-time leading scorer.

July 28, 2024 | Olympics

Steve Kerr addresses decision not to play Jayson Tatum in Team USA win vs. Serbia

Team USA left fans feeling a bit uneasy for roughly the first three minutes of Sunday's victory over Serbia at the 2024 Olympics. After trailing 10-2 to start the game, the United States flipped the switch behind excellent performances from Kevin Durant and LeBron James.

July 28, 2024 | NBA

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