New York Knicks' coaching search, personnel moves on hold with NBA season still suspended
SNY TV "Nets GM Sean Marks said on Wednesday that Brooklyn's coaching search is on hold while the NBA season is suspended. The Knicks are taking the same approach, heeding an unofficial moratorium on any personnel moves while the season is on hold, people in touch with the..." April 02
Chris Paul Says He Was Disappointed When The NBA Blocked His Opportunity To Team Up With Kobe On The Lakers
Fadeaway World "Back in 2011, Chris Paul had already outgrown the New Orleans Hornets and both parties had agreed that it was for the best to let him go. Thus, the Los Angeles Lakers were pretty close to pulling off a deal that would’ve sent Paul to the Staples Center to team up with Kobe..." April 02
How Much Money Will NBA Players Lose Due to Coronavirus Pandemic?
Bleacher Report "Stopping the NBA season was an easy decision for Commissioner Adam Silver. Once players started contracting the COVID-19 virus, the health and safety of the league took precedence over the potential financial repercussions. While it had to be a painful choice, it wasn't a..." April 02
Nets GM avoids topic of Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving returning this season
Larry Brown Sports "One interesting consequence to the NBA season being postponed is that players who were rehabbing from injuries now have the possibility of returning. Kevin Durant has been rehabbing from a torn Achilles tendon suffered during the NBA Finals last year. Kyrie Irving is rehabbing from..." April 02
2020/21 Salary Cap Preview: Atlanta Hawks
Hoops Rumors "After adding two more young cornerstones – De’Andre Hunter and Cam Reddish – to their roster in the 2019 draft lottery, the Hawks looked like one of the Eastern Conference’s most exciting young teams entering the 2019/20 campaign. However,..." April 02
LeBron James Idea to Entertain Fans During COVID-19 Pandemic is Everything We Need Right Now
12 Up "The coronavirus crisis has fueled an unprecedented live sports hiatus. Never before have we all been forced to be without action entertaining us on a daily basis. Now more than ever, we need our heroes to step up, and Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James appears ready to..." April 02
Denver Nuggets complete 14-day coronavirus quarantine 'symptom free'
USA Today "The Denver Nuggets completed a 14-day home isolation period after an unnamed member of the organization tested positive for the novel coronavirus earlier this month. The Nuggets said that unnamed person is “symptom free.” It is not clear whether the person is a player, but..." April 02
No chance of traditional NBA playoffs this season
Mass Live "The NBA continues to consider almost every possibility when it comes to resuming its season. The only possibilities that seem to be out, according to Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix, is the playoff structure we’re used to. “At this point, several team and..." April 02
The Powerful Brooklyn Nets Team If They Made Perfect Decisions
Fadeaway World "The Brooklyn Nets have a superteam in the making, with the expected returns of Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant to the roster next season. Even with the likes of Spencer Dinwiddie and Caris LeVert on the team, the Nets looked primed to make an Eastern Conference Finals run next year. But..." April 02
Knicks targeting Elton Brand as GM? Sixers 'very happy' with him, per team source
NBC Sports Philadelphia "The Knicks could be looking within the Sixers' organization during their GM search. Team president Leon Rose has reportedly “targeted” Sixers GM Elton Brand for the same role with the Knicks, according to Stefan Bondy of the New York Daily News. The report..." April 02
Why LaMelo Ball doesn't fit Warriors with shortcomings
NBC Sports Bay Area "As the draft's biggest conundrum, LaMelo Ball's potential is just as polarizing as his current shortcomings. For all his potential as a scorer, his shooting percentage is subpar. For all his potential as a playmaker, his turnover totals in an inferior league give NBA scouts pause. For..." April 02
LaMelo Ball, Manager Buy Australian NBL's Illawarra Hawks
SI "Likely NBA lottery pick LaMelo Ball and his manager Jermaine Jackson purchased the NBL's Illawarra Hawks on Thursday, Jackson confirmed. Ball shined in 12 games with the Australian team in 2019-20, averaging 17.0 points, 7.5 rebounds and 7.0 assists before..." April 02
Raptors president Masai Ujiri: ‘We have to win this’ fight vs. COVID-19
Sportsnet "The range of Masai Ujiri’s concerns are vast. Some are small, mundane and common such as how to deal with hands chapped from constant washing or noticing how often he touches his face on a video call. Some are larger and unknowable: How will the pandemic affect the NBA..." April 02
NBA players who've beaten COVID-19 to donate blood for new treatment
ABC News "At least four NBA players who have recovered from COVID-19 plan to donate blood for an experimental treatment that could help high-risk patients overcome the virus, according to Dr. Michael Joyner, a member of the leadership team of the National COVID-19 Convalescent Plasma..." April 02
Ben Simmons’ Sister Claims Her NBA Coach Ex Cheated on Her With a Man
Sports Gossip "This week, an IG Model claimed that Ben Simmons was messaging her, trying to cheat on Kendall Jenner, Now Simmons' sister is saying her Ex, who happens to be an assistant coach with the Pelicans, cheated on her with a man. " April 02
DeMar DeRozan is reportedly unhappy with Spurs
Larry Brown Sports "DeMar DeRozan could choose to opt out of his contract after this season and leave San Antonio. It sounds like that is something he wants to do. Jabari Young, who covered for the Spurs from 2013-2019, appeared on The Blitz on ESPN San Antonio last month. He talked about DeRozan’s..." April 02
Al Horford donates $500K towards COVID-19 relief in Dominican Republic, United States
Yardbarker "Philadelphia 76ers center Al Horford has always been praised for his contributions on the court. Now with the NBA season suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the All-Star center is making an even greater impact away from the court. Horford, whose journey has taken him across the..." April 02
Let's burst the idea of playing the remainder of the NBA season in a bubble
USA Today "It sounds so simple in the abstract, at least according to the "Bubble Boys." That’s what we’re going to call these folks, the commentators who are agitating for the NBA to return in the next few months by creating a coronavirus-free environment..." April 02
Carmelo Anthony says 2009 Nuggets should've won title, 'we would've swept Orlando that year'
Talk Basket "Portland Trail Blazers’ veteran Carmelo Anthony seemed to have some regrets about his time with the Nuggets. He shared his thoughts when talking with ex-NBA guard Dwyane Wade on Instagram. " April 02
Can the 76ers and Joel Embiid remain together?
The Philadelphia Inquirer "There was nothing particularly surprising last week when Josh Harris and David Blitzer, the majority owners of the 76ers and New Jersey Devils, brought down a storm of bad publicity on their heads by announcing salary cuts for employees during the coronavirus pandemic. It wasn’t..." April 02
Kelly Olynyk decision could become less complicated
Miami Herald "When life was normal, less than a month ago, it seemed no Heat player faced a tougher offseason decision than Kelly Olynyk, who has the option of bypassing $13.6 million in the final year of his contract and instead entering free agency this summer. Now, with pro sports facing..." April 02
How the Charlotte Hornets are adding Kobe Bryant and playoff basketball to their break
ESPN "Every team is searching for ways to remain connected during the NBA's COVID-19 hiatus and the resulting self-isolation. Strength coaches have crafted workout plans for players and dispatched exercise equipment. The best teams have the most incentive to stay in tiptop..." April 02
Ohio State’s Kaleb Wesson Entering 2020 Draft
Columbus Dispatch "The junior center is facing complications surrounding workouts and interviews and maybe even the draft itself, all caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Kaleb Wesson is going to explore his NBA draft options while retaining his college eligibility. After a second-team all-Big Ten season..." April 02
Three Mizzou players enter NBA draft pool
Southern Minn "Missouri center Jeremiah Tilmon will have some company in testing the NBA draft waters. Missouri guard Xavier Pinson and forward Mitchell Smith will also enter their names into the 2020 NBA draft pool, the team announced Tuesday. All three will retain their eligibility should they decide to..." April 02
Clemson basketball junior forward Aamir Simms declares for 2020 NBA Draft
Greenville Online "Aamir Simms is going to test the NBA’s waters. Simms, Clemson’s junior forward, announced via his Twitter account Tuesday that he’ll be entering his name in the 2020 NBA Draft. He will retain the right to return to Clemson for a senior season as long..." April 02
SMU’s Isiaha Mike declares for NBA draft
Dallas Morning News "SMU junior Isiaha Mike will be the second SMU player to formally announce that he is entering the NBA Draft process, he announced via Twitter. After sophomore forward Feron Hunt made the declaration last week, Mike formalized his choice on Monday. " April 02
Nate Pierre-Louis declares for 2020 NBA draft
The Temple News "Temple University men’s basketball junior guard Nate Pierre-Louis will declare for the 2020 NBA draft, he announced in a tweet Monday night. “I want to thank my teammates and coaching staff for believing in me,” Pierre-Louis wrote in his statement. “I would..." April 02
Stef Smith Expected to Declare For NBA Draft
101 The Game "University of Vermont men’s basketball star Stef Smith is expected to declare for the NBA Draft, per a report from NCAA Insider Jeff Goodman. Goodman adds that he is expected to return to Vermont, so this could just be a case of him going through the process and learning what he..." April 02
Jermaine Haley Announces He is Entering the NBA Draft
WV Sports Now "West Virginia senior Jermaine Haley announced on his Instagram account Monday that he will be entering the upcoming NBA draft. “Thank you Mountaineer Nation for accepting me into your family,” Haley wrote on his Instagram. “You all lifted me up through thick and thin..." April 02
EKU's Jomaru Brown to test the waters in the NBA
Lexington 18 "EKU guard Jomaru Brown has declared for the NBA Draft but will not hire an agent so he can keep open a chance to return to EKU in the fall. " April 02
Hasahn French and Jordan Goodwin enter Names into NBA Draft Pool
Fox Sports Midwest "Both of the Saint Louis Billikens‘ three-year starters announced Tuesday night that they will go through the NBA’s pre-draft process. Guard Jordan Goodwin and center Hasahn French revealed on social media that they will enter the 2020 NBA Draft pool but will maintain..." April 02
Croatian league cancels season with no champions
Sportando "Due to the. coronavirus pandemic, Croatian top division decided to cancel the remainder of the season. " April 02
Vince Carter on potential last NBA game: 'It's like a chill just hit me'
The Score "Atlanta Hawks forward Vince Carter may have already played in his final NBA game, but he never thought about the possibility until teammate Dewayne Dedmon brought it to his attention during the club's last contest before the league's indefinite hiatus. As news..." April 01
Should the NBA allow players to consume CBD Gummies?
Clutch Points "With the boom of CBD in full effect, you or I may think nothing at all of waking up and eating some CBD gummies. CBD has never been more accessible, with consumers being able to find the best CBD oils and the best CBD gummies with just the click of a button, delivered..." April 01
Knicks May Target Elton Brand As GM
Hoops Rumors "Sixers general manager Elton Brand may be a candidate for the same position with the Knicks, a league source tells Stefan Bondy of The New York Daily News. New president of basketball operations Leon Rose is reportedly very interested in Brand, who..." April 01
Anthony Davis shaves his trademark unibrow
The Sports Daily "Anthony Davis’ signature look is no more, as he’s using the “stay at home” order to mix things up a bit. Davis, and the rest of the Lakers team, were quarantined, with a few players having tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19). They’ve since been..." April 01
The Appearance Of Kobe Bryant In Michael Jordan’s “Last Dance” Documentary Is Heartbreaking
Fadeaway World "Amid the COVD-19 pandemic, all of America is stuck spending their afternoons at home for the foreseeable future. Per the resounding request of fans, ESPN made the whole ordeal a little bit easier by announcing that the upcoming Michael Jordan Documentary “The Last Dance” would be..." April 01
Erik Spoelstra Says Heat Hold Zoom Conference Meetings Every Other Day
Heat Nation "Teams all over the NBA are searching for ways to stay mentally engaged while the 2019-20 season remains on pause due to the novel coronavirus. According to a Wednesday report, the Miami Heat have started to hold team meetings via the video conferencing app Zoom. As..." April 01
Re-Drafting the 2000 NBA Draft Class
Bleacher Report "There's something you need to know about the 2000 NBA draft class before we go any further: It's not great. Maybe that makes it a perfect year to cover, considering everyone seems to agree that the upcoming 2020 class is a weak one. Weak? You don't know..." April 01
Raptors' Masai Ujiri: Contract decisions 'last thing on my mind'
The Score "Given the current state of global affairs, Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri is not overly concerned with upcoming extension decisions - his own or those pertaining to the team's coaching staff. "To be fair, you know, it's not kind of where our minds are at..." April 01
Warriors reportedly not high on LaMelo Ball, James Wiseman in draft
Larry Brown Sports "The Golden State Warriors are in the unique position of likely landing a top draft pick to add to their talented core. It sounds like they’re going to be very picky about what they do with it. According to Connor Letourneau of the San Francisco Chronicle, the Warriors..." April 01
Magic’s D.J. Augustin aiding New Orleans hospital workers amid coronavirus crisis
The Undefeated "D.J. Augustin has 3,427 assists in his NBA career. But the Orlando Magic point guard is making bigger contributions in his hometown of New Orleans, which has been devastated by the coronavirus. Augustin recently made a donation to Krewe of Red Beans that provided food for frontline..." April 01
Knicks Fans Get Buried on April Fools' Day With Photoshopped Giannis Antetokounmpo Pic
12 Up "On what is a somber April Fools' Day to say the least, sports fans are still trying to keep the mood light. New York Knicks fans are still the obvious choice to mess with, even during the COVID-19 crisis. Apologies, but it's to benefit the general public. The Score posted a..." April 01
George Karl teases Kings return on April Fools'
CBS Sports "George Karl has coached several NBA teams, and his departures from almost all of them came with some degree of controversy. He infamously feuded with star players like Ray Allen, Carmelo Anthony and Kenyon Martin and was fired by the Denver Nuggets in the same season he won..." April 01
Washington’s Isaiah Stewart enters 2020 NBA draft
NBC Sports - College Basketball Talk "Isaiah Stewart is entering the 2020 NBA draft. After only one season at Washington, the forward will turn pro, he told ESPN’s Jonathan Givony. Washington was a disappointment this season. The Huskies finished 15-17 after a 10-2 start and fell to Arizona in the..." April 01
3 Teams That Could Land Kevin Love This Offseason
Fadeaway World "Kevin Love made it abundantly clear that he’s ready to move on from the Cleveland Cavaliers. The question now is: where? As a 31-year-old sharpshooting veteran, his services would be useful for a lot of teams. But his ultra-expensive contract coupled with a troubling injury history has..." April 01
Luka Doncic Apologizes For Racist Video
Sports Gossip "Things posted on social media, live on the internet forever. Luka Doncic is trying to apologize for a racist video posted on his social media accounts. " April 01
Damian Lillard Denies Rumor Saying He Wants Trade to Lakers
Talk Basket "No one is safe on April 1. A tweet from Lakers UK to Damian Lillard suggested that the Portland superstar may be Los Angeles bound. Well, that tweet was curated and sent from myself. The founder and the man behind the Lakers UK social media accounts. Within 10 minutes a..." April 01
NBA Teams That Will Define the 2020 Offseason
Bleacher Report "Want to know which NBA teams you should keep the closest eye on this offseason? If you answered yes, you've come to the right place. If you answered no, it's actually Opposite Day, and you're now contractually obligated to journey down this rabbit hole with the..." April 01
NBA, NBPA May Hold Up to 25 Percent of Player Salaries in Escrow
SLAM Online "The NBA and National Basketball Players Association are reportedly discussing the possibility of holding up to 25 percent of remaining player salaries in escrow should regular season games be cancelled. According to the collective bargaining agreement, players lose roughly 1 percent..." April 01
SNY TV "Nets GM Sean Marks said on Wednesday that Brooklyn's coaching search is on hold while the NBA season is suspended. The Knicks are taking the same approach, heeding an unofficial moratorium on any personnel moves while the season is on hold, people in touch with the..." April 02
Chris Paul Says He Was Disappointed When The NBA Blocked His Opportunity To Team Up With Kobe On The Lakers
Fadeaway World "Back in 2011, Chris Paul had already outgrown the New Orleans Hornets and both parties had agreed that it was for the best to let him go. Thus, the Los Angeles Lakers were pretty close to pulling off a deal that would’ve sent Paul to the Staples Center to team up with Kobe..." April 02
How Much Money Will NBA Players Lose Due to Coronavirus Pandemic?
Bleacher Report "Stopping the NBA season was an easy decision for Commissioner Adam Silver. Once players started contracting the COVID-19 virus, the health and safety of the league took precedence over the potential financial repercussions. While it had to be a painful choice, it wasn't a..." April 02
Nets GM avoids topic of Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving returning this season
Larry Brown Sports "One interesting consequence to the NBA season being postponed is that players who were rehabbing from injuries now have the possibility of returning. Kevin Durant has been rehabbing from a torn Achilles tendon suffered during the NBA Finals last year. Kyrie Irving is rehabbing from..." April 02
2020/21 Salary Cap Preview: Atlanta Hawks
Hoops Rumors "After adding two more young cornerstones – De’Andre Hunter and Cam Reddish – to their roster in the 2019 draft lottery, the Hawks looked like one of the Eastern Conference’s most exciting young teams entering the 2019/20 campaign. However,..." April 02
LeBron James Idea to Entertain Fans During COVID-19 Pandemic is Everything We Need Right Now
12 Up "The coronavirus crisis has fueled an unprecedented live sports hiatus. Never before have we all been forced to be without action entertaining us on a daily basis. Now more than ever, we need our heroes to step up, and Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James appears ready to..." April 02
Denver Nuggets complete 14-day coronavirus quarantine 'symptom free'
USA Today "The Denver Nuggets completed a 14-day home isolation period after an unnamed member of the organization tested positive for the novel coronavirus earlier this month. The Nuggets said that unnamed person is “symptom free.” It is not clear whether the person is a player, but..." April 02
No chance of traditional NBA playoffs this season
Mass Live "The NBA continues to consider almost every possibility when it comes to resuming its season. The only possibilities that seem to be out, according to Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix, is the playoff structure we’re used to. “At this point, several team and..." April 02
The Powerful Brooklyn Nets Team If They Made Perfect Decisions
Fadeaway World "The Brooklyn Nets have a superteam in the making, with the expected returns of Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant to the roster next season. Even with the likes of Spencer Dinwiddie and Caris LeVert on the team, the Nets looked primed to make an Eastern Conference Finals run next year. But..." April 02
Knicks targeting Elton Brand as GM? Sixers 'very happy' with him, per team source
NBC Sports Philadelphia "The Knicks could be looking within the Sixers' organization during their GM search. Team president Leon Rose has reportedly “targeted” Sixers GM Elton Brand for the same role with the Knicks, according to Stefan Bondy of the New York Daily News. The report..." April 02
Why LaMelo Ball doesn't fit Warriors with shortcomings
NBC Sports Bay Area "As the draft's biggest conundrum, LaMelo Ball's potential is just as polarizing as his current shortcomings. For all his potential as a scorer, his shooting percentage is subpar. For all his potential as a playmaker, his turnover totals in an inferior league give NBA scouts pause. For..." April 02
LaMelo Ball, Manager Buy Australian NBL's Illawarra Hawks
SI "Likely NBA lottery pick LaMelo Ball and his manager Jermaine Jackson purchased the NBL's Illawarra Hawks on Thursday, Jackson confirmed. Ball shined in 12 games with the Australian team in 2019-20, averaging 17.0 points, 7.5 rebounds and 7.0 assists before..." April 02
Raptors president Masai Ujiri: ‘We have to win this’ fight vs. COVID-19
Sportsnet "The range of Masai Ujiri’s concerns are vast. Some are small, mundane and common such as how to deal with hands chapped from constant washing or noticing how often he touches his face on a video call. Some are larger and unknowable: How will the pandemic affect the NBA..." April 02
NBA players who've beaten COVID-19 to donate blood for new treatment
ABC News "At least four NBA players who have recovered from COVID-19 plan to donate blood for an experimental treatment that could help high-risk patients overcome the virus, according to Dr. Michael Joyner, a member of the leadership team of the National COVID-19 Convalescent Plasma..." April 02
Ben Simmons’ Sister Claims Her NBA Coach Ex Cheated on Her With a Man
Sports Gossip "This week, an IG Model claimed that Ben Simmons was messaging her, trying to cheat on Kendall Jenner, Now Simmons' sister is saying her Ex, who happens to be an assistant coach with the Pelicans, cheated on her with a man. " April 02
DeMar DeRozan is reportedly unhappy with Spurs
Larry Brown Sports "DeMar DeRozan could choose to opt out of his contract after this season and leave San Antonio. It sounds like that is something he wants to do. Jabari Young, who covered for the Spurs from 2013-2019, appeared on The Blitz on ESPN San Antonio last month. He talked about DeRozan’s..." April 02
Al Horford donates $500K towards COVID-19 relief in Dominican Republic, United States
Yardbarker "Philadelphia 76ers center Al Horford has always been praised for his contributions on the court. Now with the NBA season suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the All-Star center is making an even greater impact away from the court. Horford, whose journey has taken him across the..." April 02
Let's burst the idea of playing the remainder of the NBA season in a bubble
USA Today "It sounds so simple in the abstract, at least according to the "Bubble Boys." That’s what we’re going to call these folks, the commentators who are agitating for the NBA to return in the next few months by creating a coronavirus-free environment..." April 02
Carmelo Anthony says 2009 Nuggets should've won title, 'we would've swept Orlando that year'
Talk Basket "Portland Trail Blazers’ veteran Carmelo Anthony seemed to have some regrets about his time with the Nuggets. He shared his thoughts when talking with ex-NBA guard Dwyane Wade on Instagram. " April 02
Can the 76ers and Joel Embiid remain together?
The Philadelphia Inquirer "There was nothing particularly surprising last week when Josh Harris and David Blitzer, the majority owners of the 76ers and New Jersey Devils, brought down a storm of bad publicity on their heads by announcing salary cuts for employees during the coronavirus pandemic. It wasn’t..." April 02
Kelly Olynyk decision could become less complicated
Miami Herald "When life was normal, less than a month ago, it seemed no Heat player faced a tougher offseason decision than Kelly Olynyk, who has the option of bypassing $13.6 million in the final year of his contract and instead entering free agency this summer. Now, with pro sports facing..." April 02
How the Charlotte Hornets are adding Kobe Bryant and playoff basketball to their break
ESPN "Every team is searching for ways to remain connected during the NBA's COVID-19 hiatus and the resulting self-isolation. Strength coaches have crafted workout plans for players and dispatched exercise equipment. The best teams have the most incentive to stay in tiptop..." April 02
Ohio State’s Kaleb Wesson Entering 2020 Draft
Columbus Dispatch "The junior center is facing complications surrounding workouts and interviews and maybe even the draft itself, all caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Kaleb Wesson is going to explore his NBA draft options while retaining his college eligibility. After a second-team all-Big Ten season..." April 02
Three Mizzou players enter NBA draft pool
Southern Minn "Missouri center Jeremiah Tilmon will have some company in testing the NBA draft waters. Missouri guard Xavier Pinson and forward Mitchell Smith will also enter their names into the 2020 NBA draft pool, the team announced Tuesday. All three will retain their eligibility should they decide to..." April 02
Clemson basketball junior forward Aamir Simms declares for 2020 NBA Draft
Greenville Online "Aamir Simms is going to test the NBA’s waters. Simms, Clemson’s junior forward, announced via his Twitter account Tuesday that he’ll be entering his name in the 2020 NBA Draft. He will retain the right to return to Clemson for a senior season as long..." April 02
SMU’s Isiaha Mike declares for NBA draft
Dallas Morning News "SMU junior Isiaha Mike will be the second SMU player to formally announce that he is entering the NBA Draft process, he announced via Twitter. After sophomore forward Feron Hunt made the declaration last week, Mike formalized his choice on Monday. " April 02
Nate Pierre-Louis declares for 2020 NBA draft
The Temple News "Temple University men’s basketball junior guard Nate Pierre-Louis will declare for the 2020 NBA draft, he announced in a tweet Monday night. “I want to thank my teammates and coaching staff for believing in me,” Pierre-Louis wrote in his statement. “I would..." April 02
Stef Smith Expected to Declare For NBA Draft
101 The Game "University of Vermont men’s basketball star Stef Smith is expected to declare for the NBA Draft, per a report from NCAA Insider Jeff Goodman. Goodman adds that he is expected to return to Vermont, so this could just be a case of him going through the process and learning what he..." April 02
Jermaine Haley Announces He is Entering the NBA Draft
WV Sports Now "West Virginia senior Jermaine Haley announced on his Instagram account Monday that he will be entering the upcoming NBA draft. “Thank you Mountaineer Nation for accepting me into your family,” Haley wrote on his Instagram. “You all lifted me up through thick and thin..." April 02
EKU's Jomaru Brown to test the waters in the NBA
Lexington 18 "EKU guard Jomaru Brown has declared for the NBA Draft but will not hire an agent so he can keep open a chance to return to EKU in the fall. " April 02
Hasahn French and Jordan Goodwin enter Names into NBA Draft Pool
Fox Sports Midwest "Both of the Saint Louis Billikens‘ three-year starters announced Tuesday night that they will go through the NBA’s pre-draft process. Guard Jordan Goodwin and center Hasahn French revealed on social media that they will enter the 2020 NBA Draft pool but will maintain..." April 02
Croatian league cancels season with no champions
Sportando "Due to the. coronavirus pandemic, Croatian top division decided to cancel the remainder of the season. " April 02
Vince Carter on potential last NBA game: 'It's like a chill just hit me'
The Score "Atlanta Hawks forward Vince Carter may have already played in his final NBA game, but he never thought about the possibility until teammate Dewayne Dedmon brought it to his attention during the club's last contest before the league's indefinite hiatus. As news..." April 01
Should the NBA allow players to consume CBD Gummies?
Clutch Points "With the boom of CBD in full effect, you or I may think nothing at all of waking up and eating some CBD gummies. CBD has never been more accessible, with consumers being able to find the best CBD oils and the best CBD gummies with just the click of a button, delivered..." April 01
Knicks May Target Elton Brand As GM
Hoops Rumors "Sixers general manager Elton Brand may be a candidate for the same position with the Knicks, a league source tells Stefan Bondy of The New York Daily News. New president of basketball operations Leon Rose is reportedly very interested in Brand, who..." April 01
Anthony Davis shaves his trademark unibrow
The Sports Daily "Anthony Davis’ signature look is no more, as he’s using the “stay at home” order to mix things up a bit. Davis, and the rest of the Lakers team, were quarantined, with a few players having tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19). They’ve since been..." April 01
The Appearance Of Kobe Bryant In Michael Jordan’s “Last Dance” Documentary Is Heartbreaking
Fadeaway World "Amid the COVD-19 pandemic, all of America is stuck spending their afternoons at home for the foreseeable future. Per the resounding request of fans, ESPN made the whole ordeal a little bit easier by announcing that the upcoming Michael Jordan Documentary “The Last Dance” would be..." April 01
Erik Spoelstra Says Heat Hold Zoom Conference Meetings Every Other Day
Heat Nation "Teams all over the NBA are searching for ways to stay mentally engaged while the 2019-20 season remains on pause due to the novel coronavirus. According to a Wednesday report, the Miami Heat have started to hold team meetings via the video conferencing app Zoom. As..." April 01
Re-Drafting the 2000 NBA Draft Class
Bleacher Report "There's something you need to know about the 2000 NBA draft class before we go any further: It's not great. Maybe that makes it a perfect year to cover, considering everyone seems to agree that the upcoming 2020 class is a weak one. Weak? You don't know..." April 01
Raptors' Masai Ujiri: Contract decisions 'last thing on my mind'
The Score "Given the current state of global affairs, Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri is not overly concerned with upcoming extension decisions - his own or those pertaining to the team's coaching staff. "To be fair, you know, it's not kind of where our minds are at..." April 01
Warriors reportedly not high on LaMelo Ball, James Wiseman in draft
Larry Brown Sports "The Golden State Warriors are in the unique position of likely landing a top draft pick to add to their talented core. It sounds like they’re going to be very picky about what they do with it. According to Connor Letourneau of the San Francisco Chronicle, the Warriors..." April 01
Magic’s D.J. Augustin aiding New Orleans hospital workers amid coronavirus crisis
The Undefeated "D.J. Augustin has 3,427 assists in his NBA career. But the Orlando Magic point guard is making bigger contributions in his hometown of New Orleans, which has been devastated by the coronavirus. Augustin recently made a donation to Krewe of Red Beans that provided food for frontline..." April 01
Knicks Fans Get Buried on April Fools' Day With Photoshopped Giannis Antetokounmpo Pic
12 Up "On what is a somber April Fools' Day to say the least, sports fans are still trying to keep the mood light. New York Knicks fans are still the obvious choice to mess with, even during the COVID-19 crisis. Apologies, but it's to benefit the general public. The Score posted a..." April 01
George Karl teases Kings return on April Fools'
CBS Sports "George Karl has coached several NBA teams, and his departures from almost all of them came with some degree of controversy. He infamously feuded with star players like Ray Allen, Carmelo Anthony and Kenyon Martin and was fired by the Denver Nuggets in the same season he won..." April 01
Washington’s Isaiah Stewart enters 2020 NBA draft
NBC Sports - College Basketball Talk "Isaiah Stewart is entering the 2020 NBA draft. After only one season at Washington, the forward will turn pro, he told ESPN’s Jonathan Givony. Washington was a disappointment this season. The Huskies finished 15-17 after a 10-2 start and fell to Arizona in the..." April 01
3 Teams That Could Land Kevin Love This Offseason
Fadeaway World "Kevin Love made it abundantly clear that he’s ready to move on from the Cleveland Cavaliers. The question now is: where? As a 31-year-old sharpshooting veteran, his services would be useful for a lot of teams. But his ultra-expensive contract coupled with a troubling injury history has..." April 01
Luka Doncic Apologizes For Racist Video
Sports Gossip "Things posted on social media, live on the internet forever. Luka Doncic is trying to apologize for a racist video posted on his social media accounts. " April 01
Damian Lillard Denies Rumor Saying He Wants Trade to Lakers
Talk Basket "No one is safe on April 1. A tweet from Lakers UK to Damian Lillard suggested that the Portland superstar may be Los Angeles bound. Well, that tweet was curated and sent from myself. The founder and the man behind the Lakers UK social media accounts. Within 10 minutes a..." April 01
NBA Teams That Will Define the 2020 Offseason
Bleacher Report "Want to know which NBA teams you should keep the closest eye on this offseason? If you answered yes, you've come to the right place. If you answered no, it's actually Opposite Day, and you're now contractually obligated to journey down this rabbit hole with the..." April 01
NBA, NBPA May Hold Up to 25 Percent of Player Salaries in Escrow
SLAM Online "The NBA and National Basketball Players Association are reportedly discussing the possibility of holding up to 25 percent of remaining player salaries in escrow should regular season games be cancelled. According to the collective bargaining agreement, players lose roughly 1 percent..." April 01
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