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NBA world reacts to absolutely shocking Ja Morant news
Shocking and frankly terrifying news broke regarding Memphis Grizzlies superstar Ja Morant on Sunday afternoon. The story doesn’t quite paint the 2022 Most Improved Player or his associates in the most positive of lights either. The Athletic delivered a bombshell report that detailed the shocking incident. It occurred last month after a game between Morant’s Grizzlies Read more...
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Yes, LeBron James is the GOAT scorer: Why career points & stats make case over Jordan, Kareem, Kobe, Wilt & more
Death, taxes and LeBron James haters. Even after James passes Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the most points in NBA history, TV shows, podcasts, feature articles, TikToks and ChatGPT blog posts will attempt — poorly — to diminish this historic accomplishment. They'll say he's a compiler and that it speaks...
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Kyrie Irving trade to Mavericks: Spencer Dinwiddie had priceless reaction to learning of return to Nets
When trades go down in professional sports, things move quickly. Sometimes so quickly that players involved find out the news with the rest of the world. The Athletic's Shams Charania remains the most plugged-in person in the NBA -- even more than the players. After the Mavericks traded Spencer Dinwiddie...
Former Professional Wresting Champion Tragically Dies
The wrestling world suffered a significant loss on Monday, February 6, 2023, when it was announced that a former professional wrestler has passed away. According to Shantel Potter Brun on Facebook, her uncle, and five-time Heavyweight Champion, "Thunderblood" Charles Norris passed away at age 57.
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2023 NBA Championship Odds: How Nets, Mavericks futures shifted following the Kyrie Irving trade
The first seismic pre-trade deadline move was officially announced on Monday, as superstar guard Kyrie Irving was dealt to the Mavericks for forward Dorian Finney-Smith, guard Spencer Dinwiddie, and three future draft picks. Irving expressed his desire to be traded on Feb. 3, and Brooklyn quickly acted on his requests, dealing Irving to Dallas just a few days later.
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Why Lakers didn't complete Kyrie Irving trade: Contract issues, Mavericks offer blocked LeBron James reunion
The Mavericks and Nets kicked off what could be a landscape-altering week in the NBA on Sunday afternoon. Dallas has reportedly acquired Kyrie Irving and Markieff Morris as part of a blockbuster deal that will send Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith, a 2029 first-round pick and 2027 and 2029 second-round picks to Brooklyn. The two sides reached an agreement only days after Irving requested a trade.
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What does the Kyrie Irving trade, addition of Dorian Finney-Smith mean for Yuta Watanabe's role and future on the Nets?
Kyrie Irving rocked the NBA landscape by demanding a trade on Friday afternoon. The Nets obliged quickly, moving him on Friday to the Mavs for a package that included Dorian Finney-Smith, Spencer Dinwiddie, and draft compensation. The big takeaway from the trade is obviously Irving's departure. But it will have...
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Why Raptors say yes and no: Pascal Siakam trade to Nets for Ben Simmons, Nic Claxton, draft picks
The Nets have already made one big move ahead of the trade deadline, but they might not be done. Before the Kyrie Irving trade was made official on Monday, there were talks of the Nets looking to expand the deal to include a third team. It sounds like the Raptors were involved.
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What number will Kyrie Irving wear for the Mavericks? Dallas' new star to revert to old roots
Kyrie Irving is officially a member of the Dallas Mavericks. As reality sets in and we begin to envision Irving in a Mavs uniform next to Luka Doncic, there's just one thing missing from the vision… the digit or digits on Irving's Mavs jersey. Over the course of his...
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Raptors trade rumors: How Kevin Durant uncertainty could impact Toronto at 2023 NBA trade deadline
The Raptors have long been expected to be among the most active teams at the 2023 NBA trade deadline, which is set for Thursday, Feb. 9 at 3 p.m. ET. From Fred VanVleet and O.G. Anunoby to Gary Trent Jr. and possibly even Pascal Siakam, Toronto has a group of players who have been reported in trade rumors and could add value to contending teams looking to bolster their roster.
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Kyrie Irving trade details: Mavericks acquire 8-time All-Star from Nets in blockbuster deal
Kyrie Irving's time with the Nets has come to an end. According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, Irving and Markieff Morris have been traded to the Mavericks in a blockbuster deal that sends Spencer Dinwiddie and Dorian Finney-Smith to Brooklyn. Also included in the deal are multiple future picks that...
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Lakers vs. Thunder live score, updates, highlights, result as LeBron James breaks all-time points record
On Tuesday night, all eyes were on Lakers superstar LeBron James, who was on the doorstep of history. James entered Tuesday night's game against the Thunder just 36 points away from surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA's all-time leading scorer. Fans in attendance and watching around the world only...
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Is Kyrie Irving playing tonight? Mavericks vs. Jazz time, TV channel and live stream for 2023 Monday NBA game
It didn't take the Nets long to find Kyrie Irving a new home. On Friday, news broke that the eight-time All-Star had requested a trade. Three days later, it was reported that Irving has been traded to Dallas where he'll team up with Luka Doncic. Irving is averaging 27.1 points,...
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Kyrie Irving trade grades: Mavericks get Luka Doncic help, Nets retool around Kevin Durant
Dallas, help is on the way. According to reports from The Athletic's Shams Charania and ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Mavericks have swooped in to acquire eight-time All-Star Kyrie Irving from the Nets in a deal that sends Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith and multiple draft picks to Brooklyn. The news of...
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NBA trade deadline tracker: Latest rumors, news, updates on 2023 deadline day
Let the NBA trade deadline madness begin. Trade season is already underway, kicking off over the weekend with a blockbuster deal that sent the NBA world into a frenzy. The Mavericks made a major move to acquire All-Star guard Kyrie Irving from the Nets, pairing Luka Doncic with another one of the most prolific scorers in the NBA.
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NBA Head-to-Head Fantasy Game, Week 10: Breaking down each matchup
Head-To-Head is an NBA fantasy game centered around how many points players score. Every Monday, beginning on Dec. 5 through the end of the 2022-23 NBA regular season, five new matchups will be presented. All you have to do is pick which player you think will score more points in each matchup.
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Lakers trade deadline primer: Potential trades, targets, storylines featuring Fred VanVleet, Terry Rozier & more
The Lakers will be one of the teams in the spotlight ahead of the NBA trade deadline on Thursday, Feb. 9 at 3 p.m. ET. Los Angeles has its work cut out after whiffing on All-Star guard Kyrie Irving over the weekend, who was sent to the Mavericks in a blockbuster deal to kick off trade season.
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LeBron James gets introspective on Twitter following Kyrie Irving trade to Mavericks: 'Maybe It's Me'
Heavy is the head that wears the crown. LeBron James generally has a pleasant demeanor on social media, choosing to focus on the positive and drown out the noise. But after Kyrie Irving was dealt to the Mavericks from the Nets on Sunday, James seemed to tweet a moment of introspection.
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2023 NBA Rising Stars draft results, rosters: Paolo Banchero goes No. 1, Scottie Barnes falls in draft
2023 NBA All-Star Weekend is almost here, set for Friday, Feb. 17 through Sunday, Feb. 19. The first event of All-Star Weekend will be the 2023 Rising Stars Game, where fans will be able to see some of the most talented young rookies, sophomores and G Leaguers on display. Last...
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