Pistons head coach apparently became frustrated as Detroit lost to the Cavs in the first game in the playoff series. For nearly seven year’s absence from the playoffs, Pistons have been gearing up for the postseason playoffs as they face strong Eastern Conference rivals.
After more than a decade of being a highly successful assistant coach, Patrick Ewing hopes to be a head coach soon. He’s apparently being rooted for by Sacramento Kings although he expressed head coaching for New York Knicks.
NBA has finally allowed basketball clubs to sell jersey adverts to company sponsors in a lucrative sponsorship option that’s expected to generate as much as $150 million annually. Global figures estimate the worldwide sports sponsorship revenue at $45.3 bn.
NBA clarified its previous statement regarding the league’s displeasure over North Carolina’s controversial anti-LGBT bathroom law. Instead of moving the All-Star Game out of Charlotte, the league’s top brass now insists on talking with State officials and the community instead of threatening the state using its economic weight.
Former OK Thunder Head Coach Scott Brooks is increasingly becoming an attractive target for teams struggling with their rebuilding efforts. Brooks is largely known for his expertise in developing and honing fresh talents into full-blown NBA superstars with players like Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook.
Jae Crowder, a former trade from Dallas Mavericks, has recently built himself an identity based on his indispensable attributes: versatility and strong defensive play. To underscore his growing status within the team, Celtics PR staff appears to be promoting him as the team’s new face.
Stephen Curry has two records to brag about this season: first, he led the Warriors to its 73rd win to surpass Jordan Bulls’ (’95-’96) 72-win record and a little more than 400 made three pointers. With his current gameplay, the modest-looking star player is set to conquer the MVP title should the Warriors keep a hold on its NBA title.
Primary owners group of Milwaukee Bucks just confirmed Jason Kidd’s extension as the team’s head coach dispelling rumors of a ‘shaky future’. Despite a disappointing 2016-17 season, Bucks are geared to rebuilding the team for a more successful run next year.
A new report just revealed how problematic the Chicago Bulls are since Kirk Hinrich’s surprising February 18 trade with Atlanta Hawks’ Justin Holiday. The report went on to suggest that the trade fueled a mounting locker room tension resulting to Bulls’ current woes.
Kobe Bryant glued everyone’s attention as he delivered killer blow to Utah Jazz with another NBA record to date- 60 points for a players’ retirement game- during his Wednesday night finale as he led the Lakers to an impressive 101-96 win. Although a polarizing figure in NBA, Kobe’s athletic skills were undoubtedly fitting for a legend.
New York Knicks President Phil Jackson was slammed for getting an ‘overvalued’ Derrick Williams on board as hybrid forward for a two-year $9million contract. Meanwhile, the forward player hinted at opting-in for a longer and more financially secure contract instead of settling with $4.4 million player option for a year.
Kobe Bryant played his last game in basketball on Wednesday night and it wasn't like any other final game; the player shot 50 times, a historical record.
Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea expressed an odd mix of emotions as he witnessed Kobe Bryant’s sendoff game at Staples Center Wednesday night. A certified Lakers and diehard Bryant fan, Flea has been a season ticket holder since 1997.
Miami Heat has just welcomed forward Dorell Wright after re-signing him with the team just in time before the team advances to the playoffs. Wright had spent much of the season playing overseas particularly in China where he played 37 games for the Chongqing Dragons of the Chinese Basketball Association.
Milwaukee Bucks’ GM John Hammond is probably getting axed this summer following a dismal performance this season along with unlikeable head coach Jason Kidd. Reports suggest Hammond will be jumping onboard the Pelicans given his deep ties with New Orleans’s upcoming President of Basketball Operations Joe Dumars.
