Basketball

After weeks of intense speculation, Miami Heat president Pat Riley has released an official statement about All-Star forward Jimmy Butler’s future with the franchise. Heat President Pat Riley’s Statement Leaves More Questions Than Answers “We usually don’t comment on rumors,” the septuagenarian writes, “but all this speculation has become a distraction and is not fair to the … [Read more...] about Heat President’s Statement Leaves More Questions Than Answers

Following a rough start to the college basketball season, reports say that University of Miami head coach Jim Larranaga will step down effective immediately. Pete Thamel first reported the news on X (Twitter). Miami and basketball coach Jim Larranaga are in talks about him stepping down immediately, an ESPN source confirms. Clarity is expected later today. This confirms Miami … [Read more...] about Report: Miami Coach Jim Larranaga in Talks to Step Down

The Golden State Warriors suffered a gut-wrenching defeat on Christmas Day at the hands of the Los Angeles Lakers, despite a vintage Stephen Curry performance complete with several clutch buckets down the stretch. As always, Lakers-Warriors delivered for NBA fans, as LeBron James and Curry are still the league’s most thrilling show even in the twilight of their … [Read more...] about Warriors Hit Rock Bottom After Heartbreaking Christmas Day Loss

Holiday shopping isn’t over for the Los Angeles Lakers, who are “monitoring the sellers around the NBA,” per ESPN’s Shams Charania. Singling out the Portland Trail Blazers, Washington Wizards, Toronto Raptors, and Chicago Bulls as potential trade suitors, the insider reveals that L.A. is willing to move up to three first-round picks for immediate help. The caveat is that they … [Read more...] about Wizards Trade Fits Lakers’ Needs Most Amid Recent Rumors