Month: February 2021
Pandemic changes NBA draft rules for seniors
The NBA is requiring college seniors to opt in to the draft this year due to the pandemic.
How the NHL could embrace the NBA Top Shot revolution
Have questions about the phenomenon, and wondering whether hockey fans will get a similar opportunity soon? Get caught up on everything here.
Ainge backs Celtics stars despite ‘major funk’
Danny Ainge says the Celtics are in a “major funk” after their third straight loss. Although he isn’t blaming young stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown for all of Boston’s struggles, Ainge also said “it’s […]
Wolves’ Beasley gets 12 games after guilty plea
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Malik Beasley, who pleaded guilty to a felony charge of threats of violence as a result of an incident last September, has been suspended 12 games by the NBA.
Jazz working with NBA on bigotry probe of VP
The NBA is investigating ex-guard Elijah Millsap’s allegation that Jazz VP Dennis Lindsey made bigoted comments during a 2015 exit interview.
Sources: Bronny James undergoes knee surgery
Bronny James suffered a torn meniscus in his knee at a practice earlier this month and had surgery to repair it, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Kyrie happy to push discussion for Kobe as logo
Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving reaffirmed his stance that Kobe Bryant’s silhouette should be the NBA’s new logo, saying he’s OK with being a leader of that conversation.
Curtis McElhinney’s strong net play helps Lightning win 3rd of 4 straight matchups vs. Hurricanes
Curtis McElhinney’s strong net play helps the Tampa Bay Lightning win 3rd of 4 straight matchups vs. the Carolina Hurricanes.