NBA All-Star x HBCU Student Showcase: Eric January

The Los Angeles Lakers defense has taken a notable hit since second-year guard Lonzo Ball went down with an ankle sprain and bone bruise against the Rockets on January 19. It’s been 14 games as of Thursday, and it looks like the count will continue, leaving the defense without a crucial piece during the stretch…

James Harden is having a great season, with averages of 21.4 points and 11 assists. We sent out the call for questions for a mailbag column this week and received some interesting submissions. From potential blockbuster trades to possibly dropping some established players, we have a little of everything to discuss. Let’s get to the…

Last year, when the league saw more 50-point games than it had in 5 decades, it took til Nov. 13 for the first 50-spot. This year, it took 5 days. Want to get the Starting 5 delivered to you each day? Tap here.  THE TIP ⏰ Saturday’s Games ⚜️ Pelicans 96, Knicks 87 Wizards 113,…

For the third year in a row, the NBA Finals will feature The Land squaring off against Oaktown. OK, sure, we’ll see the Cleveland Cavaliers play basketball against the Golden State Warriors, but don’t forget this is also a meeting of Oakland versus Cleveland, two cities with rich histories and unique cultures. By this point,…

Chet Holmgren and Joel Embiid delivered fireworks from the start. How will Wemby vs. Joker follow it tonight? And speaking of fireworks … keep reading for what’s at stake on (a wild) Tuesday night. The Lineup Must-see from Saturday Embiid and Holmgren duel Tournament scenarios ✅ Tournament MVP ladder Rook v. MVP: Wemby v. Joker…

Nikola Jokic did Jokic things … and even some stuff we don’t see too often. The champs opened with a W. The Dubs had a vintage 3rd quarter, but the Suns rallied back. And just like that, we’re underway. Want to get the Starting 5 delivered to you each day? Tap here.  THE LINEUP Murray pulls out The…