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Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / May 1
Celtics' Jrue Holiday wins 2024-25 Sportsmanship Award
Now he has added a second Sportsmanship Award to his impressive trophy case.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 1
Reggie Miller had to 'calm down' JJ Redick during meeting, HC was behaving 'childishly'
Redick seemed to be particularly touchy about being questioned as a first-year head coach.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 1
History shows Warriors shouldn't be alarmed by Game 5 blowout loss
The Golden State Warriors suffered an embarrassing blowout loss on the road to Dillon Brooks' team Thursday. But it's not too alarming.
The '2024-25 NBA assist leaders' quiz
How many of the players with 400 or more assists in the 2024-25 NBA season can you name in five minutes?
The 'NBA's active leaders in 20-point, 10-assist games' quiz
How many of the active NBA players with at least 20 games with 20 points and 10 assists in their careers can you name in five minutes?
Hollywood and hoops: Which films had the best and worst ballers?
Hollywood loves basketball movies and basketball players, which succeed on the big screen at about the same rate as Shaq at the free throw line, which is to say infrequently.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1
We haven't seen the last of LeBron James in the NBA
As has become ritual in recent years, LeBron James will enter the offseason with question marks hanging over his future in the NBA.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1
One key area Rob Pelinka must address to bolster Lakers' roster
Rob Pelinka and the Lakers front office have their work cut out for them, and adding a center should be their top priority this summer.
Indiana Pacers News / Larry Brown Sports / May 1
Pacers make decision on Tyrese Haliburton's dad in wake of incident
Tyrese Haliburton even admonished his father after Game 5 and said he felt his father was out of line.
Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / May 1
NBA insider claims major changes could be looming for Celtics
Over the past two years, the Celtics have built arguably the best starting unit in the NBA. While this core has netted the franchise a championship, their days together could be numbered.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1
LeBron James takes a swipe at Lakers front office
It was crystal clear during the Lakers' first-round loss to the Timberwolves that they desperately need size, both in the interior and on the perimeter, if they wish to compete with the more athletic teams in the conference.
South Florida Bulls News / Larry Brown Sports / May 1
Suns have hired a new general manager
The Suns have transitioned out James Jones as their GM and are moving him to a senior advisor role. In his place, they are promoting Brian Gregory to serve as both GM and head of basketball operations.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1
Lakers' early exit not on Luka Doncic or indicative of franchise's future
As the dust settles on the Lakers' season, many are speculating about the franchise's future and looking back on the decision to trade for Luka Doncic.
The 'Points-per-game leaders by NBA team in 2024-25' quiz
How many of the players to lead their teams in points-per-game in 2024-25 NBA season can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1
A five-step plan to fix the Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a first-round playoff exit at the hands of the Minnesota Timberwolves, a disappointing end after the team's addition of Luka Doncic at the trade deadline. Here's a plan to get the team back on track.
Mark Williams News / Yardbarker / May 1
Hornets' Mark Williams throws shade at Lakers after their playoff exit
Williams was acquired by the Lakers from the Hornets at the trade deadline for Dalton Knecht. Then, in a strange turn of events, the trade was rescinded due to a failed physical by the Lakers on Williams.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 1
Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards solidifies status as 'legend killer'
Over the past few seasons, the 6-foot-4 Minnesota guard has ousted several future Hall of Famers in the NBA playoffs, including three-time MVP Nikola Jokic and four-time scoring champ Kevin Durant, Edwards' childhood idol.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 1
Three stars from Wednesday's NBA playoffs
Two Western Conference teams faced elimination, down 3-1 in their first-round series. One series will move to a Game 6, while the other came to an anticlimactic end.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1
NBA insider rips 'immature' Lakers head coach JJ Redick following first-round exit
The Lakers boldly hired Redick, a former 15-year veteran and podcast host, as head coach in June 2024 despite him having no prior coaching experience.
LeBron James News / Hoops Rumors / May 1
LeBron James expresses uncertainty about future
James holds a player option for 2025-26 worth approximately $52.6M.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1
Canceled trade for center looms large for Lakers as season ends
The Los Angeles Lakers played without a center in Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves and got dominated by Rudy Gobert in a 103-96 loss.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1
Lakers' fourth-quarter woes were historically bad
The Lakers were historically bad in the fourth quarter during their 4-1 first-round series loss to the Timberwolves.
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / May 1
LeBron James makes remarkable Anthony Davis comment after Lakers' elimination
LeBron James has given a remarkable response to the LA Lakers' needs.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / May 1
Charles Barkley rips Luka Doncic: 'You've got to get in shape'
As was the case in the first four games, the Timberwolves' ball-handlers hunted Luka Doncic in their 103-96 series-clinching Game 5 victory.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Yardbarker / May 1
Rudy Gobert makes playoff history in series-clincher
Rudy Gobert was universally mocked a year ago when Luka Doncic danced all over him and sent the Timberwolves packing. A year later, the Frenchman has redeemed himself.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 1
Timberwolves use their size to eliminate Lakers in Game 5
Anthony Edwards went 0-for-11 from three-point range, the Minnesota Timberwolves missed 40 threes and Jaden McDaniels fouled out in 18 minutes. But after another impressive fourth quarter, they eliminated the Los Angeles Lakers anyway.
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