Jontay Porter under investigation for betting matters
The NBA is investigating Toronto Raptors forward Jontay Porter for suspected betting irregularities. Concerns arose regarding prop bets involving Porter during games on Jan. 26 and March 20.
On Jan. 26 against the Clippers, there was a notable increas...
Ime Udoka on Jalen Green: “He’s on a hot streak, obviously”
Jonathan Feigen of The Houston Chronicle reports that Rockets coach Ime Udoka contemplated making lineup changes during the All-Star break that could have resulted in Jalen Green losing his starting position.
However, Udoka’s decision to maintai...
Kim Mulkey threatens lawsuit over rumored Washington Post article
Even before its publication, LSU’s Kim Mulkey is preemptively criticizing an upcoming story about her, as reported by Sports Illustrated’s Pat Forde.
Forde mentioned that the Washington Post is working on a significant piece about Mulkey. In res...
Kevin Ollie on Nic Claxton: “He’s a great passer. He’s unselfish”
Brian Lewis of The New York Post suggests that Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton’s low shot attempts in Tuesday’s loss to Milwaukee, only three, mark a season low. As Claxton approaches unrestricted free agency this offseason, Lewis argues t...
Russell Westbrook slated to return next week
The Los Angeles Clippers star guard Russell Westbrook is expected to return to the court next week, with a possible return as early as Monday’s game against Indiana, reports ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski (via Twitter).
Westbrook had suffered a left-h...
Norman Powell: “I feel like I’ve always been an underdog”
Broderick Turner of The Los Angeles Times highlights Norman Powell, the Clippers’ swingman, as a strong contender for the Sixth Man of the Year award.
Powell stands out among bench players, ranking third in scoring, second in both field goal and...
Timberwolves analyst charged with stealing team data
A former Minnesota Timberwolves employee, Somak Sarkar, was fired and charged with felony third-degree burglary for allegedly stealing internal files, including sensitive NBA information, from an executive.
Surveillance footage showed Sarkar entering ...
Lore, Rodriguez set to buy Wolves after financing
Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez are poised to finalize their acquisition of the Minnesota Timberwolves after securing financing from Dyal Capital Partners.
The inclusion of Dyal Capital Partners as a pre-approved investor in their consortium provides the...
Giannis Antetokounmpo to miss game on Wednesday
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo will be absent from their Wednesday night game against the Boston Celtics due to left hamstring soreness. This injury also caused him to miss the Bucks’ previous game against the Phoenix Suns on Sunda...
Kristaps Porzingis reflects on his return after suffering a hamstring strain
The Boston Celtics’ approach to managing the playing time of Kristaps Porzingis, who has a history of injuries, proved effective in their game against the Pistons, according to Brian Robb of MassLive.com.
Porzingis returned to action after an 11...