This Lakers-Pistons Trade Features Bojan Bogdanovic

The Dallas Mavericks are now 0-7 in games that Luka Doncic doesn’t play this NBA season following their 119-113 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Saturday. Following Jalen Brunson’s departure, they are in significant need of acquiring a co-star. It’s no surprise they are in the mix to acquire All-Star starter Kyrie Irving ahead of the February 9th trade deadline.

Is there anything more annoying than imagining a scenario several times, only for it to actually come true? It is possible that some NBA fans will feel that way this season. If you are lucky, you may end up with a long-time crush or land the job of your dreams. Every time you buy a lottery ticket, you imagine that you will win one – but imagine how it feels if you actually win one.

During the Saturday night NBA slate, LeBron James scored 27 points for the Los Angeles Lakers in a 131-126 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, putting him 36 away from breaking the NBA career scoring record. “I just want to win,” James said. “You know, you play the game the...

The Brooklyn Nets announced Thursday that guard Kyrie Irving won’t play in Saturday’s game against the Washington Wizards due to right calf pain. He has emerged as the central focus of the latest NBA trade rumors. Sources told ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski that Irving told the Nets Friday that...

It has been a while since the Brooklyn Nets were dominating NBA headlines. They are playing solid basketball, trying to remain afloat, with Kevin Durant sidelined because of an MCL sprain in his right knee. One of the players that have helped keep the team in a good spot in...

As the NBA has evolved, there is a rethinking of what it means to be a point guard in this modern era. In my opinion, every position is being re-litigated at the moment. Nothing is sacred in this era of positionless basketball in the NBA. In spite of this, the point guard has been subjected to the same level of scrutiny as anyone else.

Right now there aren’t many teams in the NBA that are ready to be sellers ahead of the deadline. All but four teams are within four games of a spot in the NBA Play-In Tournament, so finding ways to upgrade rosters has not yet materialized. One team that people are keeping an eye on in that regard is the Toronto Raptors.

During the Saturday night NBA slate, the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Houston Rockets 153-121, fueled by 42 points scored by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander — setting a new team record for points scored in a single game. “Just (wanted to) be the aggressors,” Gilgeous-Alexander said. “Play our style, our brand...

On Saturday, the Los Angeles Lakers came short in their 131-126 loss to the shorthanded New Orleans Pelicans. With LeBron James nearing NBA history and Kyrie Irving trade rumors looming large, a lot is going on surrounding the team. In any move involving the Lakers acquiring Irving, they would need...

In their eighth straight loss, the struggling San Antonio Spurs were defeated 137-125 by the Philadelphia 76ers in part of the Friday night NBA slate. The Sixers were led by Joel Embiid, who tallied 33 points and 10 rebounds. Philadelphia, which has the third-best record in the Eastern Conference, was...

In basketball, more than any other sport, an individual player can significantly influence a team game’s outcome. The NBA is the ultimate example. It’s easier for a singular talent to take over a game than for others since it is simple. Because of this, the team that wins the NBA championship usually has one of the best players in the league.

It is possible for us all to overthink things once in a while. It is also possible for NBA teams to come to that realization as well. It is not uncommon for a problem to have an obvious solution to it. In any case, we try to find a better one. There is a possibility that in the future, we will realize that we had a solution right in front of us the whole time.

During the Friday night NBA slate, the Detroit Pistons rallied to beat the Charlotte Hornets 118-112 behind Saddiq Bey’s 22 points. On Monday, the Pistons lost 111-105 in Dallas. Wednesday’s home game against the Washington Wizards had to be postponed due to airplane problems and weather in Texas.

The Los Angeles Lakers have become one of the most heavily linked teams to Brooklyn Nets superstar Kyrie Irving following his trade request. The NBA All-Star starter is widely expected to be playing for a new team after the February 9th deadline. It’s no secret that LeBron James would appreciate...

During the Friday night NBA slate, the Toronto Raptors defeated the Houston Rockets 117-111 to snap a two-game skid. Fred VanVleet scored 32 points, and Gary Trent Jr. added 29 to lead the Raptors. In spite of a slow start to the season, Nurse is impressed with VanVleet’s performance.

There is nothing more daunting than change. It is not uncommon for NBA teams to use that logic as well. In the same way, it can also be rejuvenating at the same time. When making changes, sometimes it’s best to do them for their own sake – even if you cannot see the benefits immediately.

A new suitor is in the mix to acquire Brooklyn Nets superstar Kyrie Irving. He told the Nets Friday that he wants out of Brooklyn before Thursday’s NBA trade deadline. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the LA Clippers have joined the pursuit of a trade to acquire Irving from the Nets before the February 9th deadline.

In the NBA, when a star demands a trade, it’s a big deal for everyone involved. There are some people who will find this news to be great news. It’s exciting news if you’re a fan of a rival team or a playoff competitor, so you’ll be glad to hear it.

During the Saturday night NBA slate, the Denver Nuggets defeated the Atlanta Hawks 128-108, with Jamal Murray scoring 41 points and Nikola Jokic recording his 18th triple-double on the season. Jokic achieved the 94th triple-double of his career with 14 points, 18 rebounds, and 10 assists. A win puts the...

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been one of the top surprises in the NBA this season. With a 24-27 record, they still rank 13th in the Western Conference, but are just one game out from the final play-in spot in the Western Conference. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is having an All-NBA caliber...