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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.

Draymond Green addresses possibility of teaming up with LeBron James

As speculation continues about the future for James, Green addressed the possibility of the two teaming up.

Pacers' Myles Turner says years of trade talks made him 'insecure'

Turner is in the midst of the best two-year stretch of his NBA career, but there’s been no shortage of critics over that span. 

Lakers reportedly believe JJ Redick has potential to replicate coaching legend

As the Lakers search for their next head coach, details are emerging about how they view one leading candidate.

Josh Hart goes to bat for Knicks to give Tom Thibodeau a contract extension

The Knicks standout spoke out in support of a contract extension for his head coach.

Insider details LeBron James' role in Lakers' head-coaching search

As the Los Angeles Lakers continue their search for Darvin Ham’s replacement, there’s been little news on who may be at the helm for the 2024-25 season.

Sixers eyeing LeBron James as final piece of All-Star trio

Among the worst-kept secrets in the NBA ahead of the offseason is that the Philadelphia 76ers are expected to go star hunting. Plenty of big names have been connected with the team, and now arguably the biggest name in the sport can be added to that list.

Anthony Edwards heaps praise on Timberwolves HC after Game 7 win over Nuggets

The HC has led the Timberwolves to the postseason in all three of his years at the helm, with the team finishing no worse than 42-40 in any season.

Anthony Edwards credits Karl-Anthony Towns for T-Wolves eliminating Nuggets

Edwards has worn his emotion on his sleeve and been outspoken at every turn during the team’s impressive run in the 2024 NBA Playoffs and after eliminating the Nuggets he was directing praise at a teammate.

Lakers want Anthony Davis' opinion in search for next head coach

The Los Angeles Lakers are likely to take coaching notes from both LeBron James and Anthony Davis as they look to install Darvin Ham's successor.

Mavericks' Luka Doncic lists Thunder swingman among best perimeter defenders in NBA

Dallas Mavericks MVP candidate Luka Doncic knows he will have to work for it on offense with Oklahoma City Thunder swingman Lu Dort prowling about.

LeBron James takes to social media to address rumors about Lakers future

LeBron James refused to give any insight into his thoughts on the future after the Lakers’ 4-1 first-round defeat at the hands of the Nuggets. 

Jamal Murray praises LeBron James: 'He’s been one of my favorite players'

For the second time in as many years, the Denver Nuggets got the best of the Los Angeles Lakers in postseason play. After this year's win, Murray praised James.

Report casts serious doubt on Darvin Ham's future with Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers’ 2023-24 season ended similarly to last year, and it sounds like it might cost their coach his job.

T-wolves' Jaden McDaniels makes bold statement after win over Nuggets

The Nuggets may be the defending NBA champions, but Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels is buying stock in his own team when comparing the two franchises.

Kings' Malik Monk feared to have suffered sprained MCL

The Sacramento Kings' loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Friday night was a major hit to their chances of avoiding a play-in game this postseason. But more than that, Sacramento may have also lost the front-runner for the NBA Sixth Man of the Year award, Malik Monk.

Luka Doncic had perfect message for Kings GM late in Mavericks win

The Kings now have the No. 8 seed and are two games from avoiding a play-in game this postseason after the 107-103 loss to Luka Doncic and company. And Doncic had something to say about that.

Shaquille O'Neal takes brutal shot at Nets' Ben Simmons

It’s been a brutal few years for Brooklyn Nets guard-forward Ben Simmons, and now an all-time great is taking shots at the embattled Simmons.

Report: Clippers expected to ‘eventually’ pay up, give Paul George new contract

As we approach the 2024 NBA playoffs and the offseason slowly draws near, the Clippers star remains without a new deal.

Watch: Ejected Draymond Green greets Stephen Curry after Warriors’ win over Magic

A clutch step-back three-pointer from Curry sealed the victory.

Watch: Ref blows crucial foul call, costs 76ers chance to spoil James Harden's return

The Philadelphia 76ers suffered a heartbreaking loss in James Harden’s return to the Wells Fargo Center. The sticking point from that gutting defeat, however, had little to do with the team's former star point guard.

Lakers trio achieves feat not seen in 53 years in win over Bucks

The Lakers pulled off an impressive comeback win Tuesday night, and three of their players achieved a rare feat in the process.

NFL insider tosses out Cowboys' rival as possible future suitor for Dak Prescott

The situation with Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott took somewhat of a surprising turn on Tuesday.

Is Broncos HC Sean Payton a fan of QB Jarrett Stidham?

The Broncos selecting a quarterback in this year’s draft will be telling when it comes to Stidham’s realistic outlook to be the team’s starter in 2024.

LeBron James responds to Draymond Green's comments on his new podcast

When the debut episode of James and JJ Redick's podcast was released earlier this week, the reactions came from all directions. 

Shaquille O’Neal says he'd make 'Rudy Gobert money' if playing at age 42

O'Neal doesn't seem to think Gobert's paycheck is in line with his production and says he could put up numbers at age 42 that would earn him the kind of money Gobert makes.