Juwan Howard has revitalized the Michigan basketball program, but the NBA could be calling for the former Wolverines forward. As March Madness approaches, Michigan basketball head coach Juwan Howard’s only thought should be about bringing a national title to his alma mater. While the former Fab Five forward never won it all during his playing
Month: February 2021
11:49 AM ET Tim BontempsESPN Two days after the Toronto Raptors beat the Houston Rockets with several coaches — including head coach Nick Nurse — and star forward Pascal Siakam sitting out due to the NBA’s health and safety protocols, the Raptors had their scheduled game Sunday night against the Chicago Bulls postponed because they
Renee Montgomery purchased the share of Atlanta Dream owned by former senator Kelly Loeffler. The WNBA has always been one of the more progressive professional sports leagues in America. 67 percent of the league is comprised by black women and has been a safe haven for the LGBTQ+ community. The league sees another “first” as a
Oklahoma City Thunder celebrate with Lu Dort Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports Matthew Judon threatens reporter with leaked photos over free agency story by Alicia de Artola Chris Godwin reveals the Tom Brady secret to success in Tampa Bay by Alicia de Artola Lu Dort’s is rapidly developing into a three-and-d type, rather than just
1:04 AM ET Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic has inspired comparisons to legends such as Larry Bird and Magic Johnson less than two and a half seasons into his NBA career. Among active superstars, Doncic’s game might be most similar to perennial MVP candidate James Harden, who acknowledged Saturday night that he considers those comparisons
Atlanta Hawks, Oklahoma City Thunder. (Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports) A collective jersey debacle made the first half of the Atlanta Hawks vs. the Oklahoma City Thunder game on Friday night completely unwatchable. The Atlanta Hawks and the Oklahoma City Thunder proved to the world once again that red uniforms and orange uniforms do not
James Dolan, New York Knicks. (Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports) Devin Booker wasn’t worried about Giannis Antetokounmpo’s potential game-winning jumper (Video) by Gerald Bourguet Not even James Dolan can hurt the New York Knicks’ overall franchise value. Forbes has released its most valuable NBA franchises for 2021. Not surprisingly, but still somehow shockingly, the New York
7:45 PM ET After missing 10 consecutive games, Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday is likely to return to the lineup against the visiting LA Clippers on Sunday, sources told ESPN. The Bucks have been largely inconsistent without Holiday, who has been out for three weeks as part of the league’s health and safety protocols. Holiday
Photo by Harry How/Getty Images 3 veterans the Raiders should replace in the NFL Draft by Rucker Haringey Zlatan Ibrahimovic wants LeBron James to shut up and dribble, but the King won’t back down. James doesn’t back away from serious issues outside of his realm, as the Los Angeles Lakers star is among the most
Pelicans star Zion Williamson would be a huge draw for the NBA Slam Dunk Contest in 2021. Will the All-Star forward take part in it? The 2021 edition of the NBA Slam Dunk Contest is on the horizon and one of the league’s brightest young big men is an obvious choice to participate. Will Zion
Anthony Davis casts a long shadow over the Pelicans’ current rebuilding efforts but so far they’re doing just fine by Zion Williamson. In the short legacy of the New Orleans Pelicans, Anthony Davis looms large. Technically drafted as a Hornet — a title he held for just one season before the franchise re-branded to more
10:24 AM ET A day after a league official told ESPN’s Marc J. Spears that the G League is investigating a claim made by Jeremy Lin that he was called “coronavirus” during a game, Lin tweeted that he’s “not naming or shaming anyone.” “I know this will disappoint some of you but I’m not naming
In our first 2021 NBA Mock Draft, the Cleveland Cavaliers jump the lottery to land the No. 1 pick and make a big swing for elite big man Evan Mobley. The adjusted NBA schedule means the 2021 NBA Draft is still a long way off but the holes in every roster are becoming more and
Jeremy Lin took to Facebook to open up against racism in America. Amidst a wave of anti-Asian and anti-Asian-American attacks against community elders in the United States, NBA guard Jeremy Lin has spoken up about the ugly bigotry he’s seen lately — and throughout his life. Taking to Facebook, Lin — the first American of
Even Patrick Mahomes was impressed by Anthony Edwards’ Dunk of the Year submission. On Friday night, Minnesota Timberwolves rookie and reigning No. 1 overall draft pick Anthony Edwards was allowed to end Yuta Watanabe’s NBA career, and the league just sit back and let it happen. In one swift and sudden moment, Edwards drove the
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – JANUARY 22: Malik Beasley #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves shoots the ball against John Collins #20 of the Atlanta Hawks during the game at Target Center on January 22, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Hawks defeated the Timberwolves 116-98. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or
11:27 AM ET Zlatan Ibrahimovic has courted controversy throughout his career. MIGUEL MEDINA/AFP via Getty Images AC Milan star Zlatan Ibrahimovic criticized LeBron James and others on Thursday for their activism in what the former LA Galaxy star called “politics.” Speaking in an interview for UEFA for Discovery+ in Sweden on Thursday, the outspoken striker said
While the Boston Celtics try to figure out how to save their season, Danny Ainge is still reflecting on trades that almost happened. The Boston Celtics have very obviously regressed since their bubble experience last season. Many NBA fans expected the team to be championship contenders at the season’s start but just over a week
Feb 13, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (7) walks towards the court before the start of the game against the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports Alabama trolls Georgia with special 2nd-and-26 throwback (Video) by John Buhler Kevin Durant has been ruled out
3:48 PM ET Tim BontempsESPN Brooklyn Nets star forward Kevin Durant will remain out until after the All-Star break due to a left hamstring strain he suffered earlier this month, the team announced Friday. After a follow-up MRI, the Nets determined Durant “will require an additional recovery period” that will keep him out through the
Suns guard Chris Paul. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Lebron James’ son Bronny suffers torn meniscus, season-end likely by Scott Rogust Suns guard Chris Paul has been drinking “secret stuff” on the sideline during Pheonix’s games this season. Is Chris Paul trying to gain a special advantage during the 2021 NBA season? Why
There are three teams listed as reported trade destinations for Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry. This season, the Toronto Raptors were expected to be contenders in the Eastern Conference, especially after they retained Fred VanVleet on a long-term deal. Instead, the Raptors sit in fifth place in the conference standings with a 16-17 record, where
Jan 1, 2018; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Milwaukee Bucks guard Jason Terry (3) watches from the bench at an NBA game against the Toronto Raptors at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-USA TODAY Sports Adam Silver apologizes to Raptors president Masai Ujiri by Braulio Perez Jason Terry talked about the time he got viciously dunked on
11:20 AM ET In a shift from years past, the NBA league office will require college seniors to petition the league for inclusion on the NBA early-entry list in order to become draft-eligible in 2021. Last October, due to disruptions caused by the pandemic, the NCAA granted an additional year of eligibility to winter athletes,
Knicks forward Obi Toppin. Mandatory Credit: John Minchillo/POOL PHOTOS-USA TODAY Sports Mike Shildt notes absence of Lou Brock and Bob Gibson from Cardinals camp by Scott Rogust Knicks forward Obi Toppin had a memorable reaction when a foul during a dunk attempt threw him hard onto the court. He knocked out a couple of push-ups.
1:22 AM ET NEW YORK — One day after posting on social media that he would like to see the NBA logo changed from Jerry West’s silhouette to Kobe Bryant’s, Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving reaffirmed his stance and said he’s OK if he’s a leader of the conversation. “We want to set a standard
NBA commissioner Adam Silver has reportedly apologized to Toronto Raptors team president Masai Uriji. No one has forgotten about the 2019 NBA Finals when the Toronto Raptors somehow upset the Golden State Warriors. Unfortunately, no one has forgotten about the post-game incident where Raptors team president Masai Uriji had an altercation with California Deputy Sheriff Alan
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. The Lakers were dominated by the Utah Jazz in a 25-point loss Wednesday night, stretching their losing streak to four straight games and making them losers of five of
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered their fourth straight loss last night to the Utah Jazz and LeBron James has a message for their doubters. The Los Angeles Lakers were routed last night by the Utah Jazz 114-89 in what was their fourth straight loss. The Jazz hit a ridiculous 22 3-pointers and shot 46 percent from
6:49 PM ET Tim BontempsESPN Minnesota Timberwolves guard Malik Beasley has been suspended for 12 games without pay in the wake of pleading guilty to a felony count of threats of violence as a result of an incident last September, the NBA announced Thursday evening. “As an organization, we fully support today’s decision by the
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