5 NBA Finals matchups we’d love to see

by admin - June 9, 20200

The 2019-20 NBA season is slated to return July 31 at Walt Disney World in Orlando. It will do so after a four-plus month hiatus due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic plaguing the world.A total of 22 of the league’s 30 teams will return to action with each squad playing eight regular-season games before the playoffs. There’s an opportunity for a play-in tournament in both conferences.Though, the Los Angeles Lakers and Milwaukee Bucks remain the favorites to meet in the NBA Finals. That has been the case since the season started what seems to be eons ago. These are among the two teams we’d love to see go up against one another in the championship round.It’s in

What could the Golden State Warriors realistically land in Draymond Green trade?

by admin - June 5, 20200

The Golden State Warriors became one of the best dynasties in sports in recent years with five conference titles and three NBA championships. Now, coming off an injury-plagued season that also saw the emergence of Eric Paschall, the Warriors could make significant changes this offseason.Recent speculation suggests Golden State could look to trade All-Star forward Draymond Green less than a year after committing nearly $100 million to the embattled big man.Draymond Green’s trade valueReports speculate that Golden State could net a lottery pick in return for the 30-year-old. However, that return feels too good to be true. Green is coming off a disappointing season that saw the former NBA Defensive Player of the Year shoot just 39% from the

5 NBA stars who would benefit from being traded

by admin - June 5, 20200

The upcoming NBA offseason is going to be frantic with the current campaign set to return in late July. Teams are going to have less than two months in between the end of the 2020 NBA Finals and opening night next season.It’s certainly going to be interesting to see how teams handle the truncated offseason. What we do know is that the pace of said offseason is going to be fast and furious.That will include some star players being traded. From an NBA champion in Cleveland to a three-time title winner in San Francisco and a young All-Star in Philly, here’s a look at five NBA stars who could use a change of scenery.Kevin Love, forward/center, Cleveland

Lakers-Bucks current favorites to meet in the NBA Finals

by admin - June 3, 20200

The more some things change, the more they stay the same. Almost three months since the 2019-20 NBA season was suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a final plan is starting to take shape to resume the season.The expectation is that said season will restart at Walt Disney World in Orlando late next month. It will consist of 22 games, each playing eight regular-season games, before the start of the playoffs. There’s going to be some play-in tournaments to decide the final seeds. But for now, it appears that a good dozen squads are locked in to the postseason.According to William Hill, three teams stand above the rest as favorites to come away with the title once the

5 NBA players who will be under the most pressure when the season resumes

by admin - June 2, 20200

The NBA season is expected to resume on July 31 if both the Association and its players can agree on the parameters of continuing the campaign.It’s been a long time coming since the season was suspended back on March 11. It’s also going to set up a strange scene at Walt Disney World in Orlando with 22 teams expected to resume the season.The expanded playoff field coupled with no fans being in attendance will make the backdrop rather eerie. Though, some things will not have changed. Certain players will remain under a tremendous amount of pressure after a four-month hiatus. Here’s a look at five such players.Joel Embiid, center, Philadelphia 76ersPrior to the season being suspended back

WATCH: Sixers star out in Philadelphia protesting George Floyd murder

by admin - May 30, 20200

There’s a number of true activists around the NBA world. We’ve obviously seen LeBron James speak out about the issues of the day, including racial injustice in the United States. Others have taken on current United States President Donald Trump.Following the murder of an African-American man by the name of George Floyd by a then-Minneapolis Police Department officer on Tuesday, NBA players continue to speak up.More than that, some are now involving themselves in the nationwide protests stemming from the murder of Mr. Young.That includes Philadelphia 76ers star forward Tobias Harris, who was out in the City of Brotherly Love Saturday afternoon protesting with thousands of his fellow citizens.You best believe I am!!! Unity… ✊🏽✊🏽✊🏽 https://t.co/K1iG4XKDIH—

Sporting ‘I can’t breathe shirt,’ Ben Simmons calls out ‘blatant racism’

by admin - May 30, 20200

Professional sports stars from all walks of life are taking a stand against racial injustice in the United States following the murder of George Floyd at the hands of the Minneapolis Police Department earlier this week.While the officer in question has been charged with third degree murder and manslaughter, it has not proven to be enough for a large part of the American society. The ugly scenes that played out in pretty much every major city Friday night is a prime example of this.Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons is now the latest to speak up. In doing so, he’s honoring Floyd’s memory and calling for the end of blatant racism while saying “enough is enough.”

New Jersey governor announces pro sports can return for training, competition

by admin - May 26, 20200

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced on Tuesday that professional sports teams now have the green light to return to the state for training camps and competition.And now New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has announced that, effective today, all professional sports teams in the state can begin training camps while following necessary health protocols.— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 26, 2020The state was among the hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic across the United States in recent months. In New Jersey alone, there were more than 150,000 confirmed cases of the coronavirus and 11,000 people passed away from it.Fortunately, the state took a big step towards a return to normalcy on Tuesday by welcoming back pro teams. The decision comes at

5 most intriguing NBA players to watch when season resumes

by admin - May 21, 20200

The NBA season will likely resume at some point in July after a four-month hiatus due to the ongoing worldwide pandemic.We’ve focused on some of the top stories surrounding the Association during these odd times. It’s going to be interesting to see games played in bubble cities and without fans in attendance.Though, some of the focus has to be on players returning to the court. Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo will have played a grand total of 13 games in about 17 months when the season resumes. Philadelphia 76ers star Ben Simmons is also returning from injury.These are among the handful of players we’re most intrigued to watch once the suspended NBA season resumes in less than