Decades after he last coached the Lakers (after playing for them in the early ‘70s), could Pat Riley dish one more assist to LA? The Miami Heat president has previously claimed changes will be made this summer. In an offseason projected to include blockbuster deals, the Lakers could nab a “realistic” trade target from the 305. Heat Star Considered “Realistic” Trade Target for … [Read more...] about Heat Star Considered “Realistic” Trade Target for Lakers
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Knicks’ Coaching Requests Were Always a Pipe Dream
Perhaps the hottest story in basketball outside of the NBA Finals is the New York Knicks’ coaching search. After firing Tom Thibodeau last week, sparking controversy around the league, New York is under pressure to nail their next hire. One of the main reasons their surprising decision was controversial was the lack of obvious available coaching candidates to replace Thibs. If … [Read more...] about Knicks’ Coaching Requests Were Always a Pipe Dream
76ers Eyeing a Blockbuster Trade With the Spurs
The 2025 NBA draft is looking to be one of the craziest in recent years. With two weeks leading up to the draft, there are already rumors about teams trying to move up or down. Cooper Flagg is the consensus No.1 pick right now. Dylan Harper is believed to be the second-best player in the draft, and apparently, the Philadelphia 76ers want a chance to draft him. 76ers Eyeing a … [Read more...] about 76ers Eyeing a Blockbuster Trade With the Spurs
Knicks Passed Up Legit Championship Opportunity
Watching the rest of the NBA Playoffs is always an interesting experience for recently eliminated teams and their fans. It must be even more painful for the players and coaches themselves, knowing they came up just short of a chance to hoist the trophy. No one should feel more disappointed than the New York Knicks. NY can confidently say they were the third-best team in … [Read more...] about Knicks Passed Up Legit Championship Opportunity
Lakers’ Dorian Finney-Smith reportedly has surgery on left ankle
Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith reportedly had surgery to address left ankle ailments, but is expected to participate when training camp starts in the fall. ESPN’s Dave McMenamin reported on Thursday that Finney-Smith underwent the procedure that will allow Finney-Smith to play “pain-free” after having lingering left ankle ailments. Finney-Smith, 31, was initially on a … [Read more...] about Lakers’ Dorian Finney-Smith reportedly has surgery on left ankle