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Ben Stinar

Ben Stinar

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Ben Stinar covers basketball for ''Ball Around on SI'' and ''Fastbreak on SI'' and other Hilltop30 Media Group sites on the Sports Illustrated network.

Jan 30, 2023; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers president of basketball operations Kevin Pritchard speaks during an Indiana Pacers press conference to announce the contract extension of center Miles Turner at Gainsbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

BREAKING: Indiana Pacers Make Trade With Pelicans During NBA Finals

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Indiana Pacers and New Orleans Pelicans have made a trade.

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Apr 10, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) talks with guard Anthony Edwards (5) during a time out during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

NBA Legend Magic Johnson Urges Minnesota Timberwolves To Make Trade

Magic Johnson thinks the Timberwolves should trade Rudy Gobert.

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Dec 8, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) reacts after a play during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Tyrese Haliburton Makes Brutally Honest Statement After Pacers-Thunder Game

Tyrese Haliburton met with the media after Game 5.

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Apr 15, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) stands in front of Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) during a jump ball in the first quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Memphis Grizzlies Star Ja Morant Makes Feelings Clear About NBA Future

Ja Morant sent out several posts on X.

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Mar 31, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards guard Marcus Smart (36) reacts after being fouled during the second quarter against the Miami Heat at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

11-Year NBA Veteran Reportedly On Trading Block

According to Hardwood Paroxysm, the Washington Wizards are looking to move Marcus Smart.

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Mavericks' Anthony Davis (3) and Grizzlies' Desmond Bane (22) hug and speak to each other after the Grizzlies defeated the Mavericks 120-106 in the play-in game to secure a spot in the NBA Playoffs at FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., on Friday, April 18, 2025.

ESPN Star Makes Bold Claim After Magic-Grizzlies Trade

ESPN reporter Tim Bontemps thinks the Orlando Magic will be a top-four seed.

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May 7, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (8) warms up before the start of game two of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the New York Knicks at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

NBA Fans React To Phoenix Suns Kristaps Porzingis Trade Speculation

According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Suns have a level of interest in Kristaps Porzingis.

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Nov 18, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) watches game action against the Orlando Magic during the second half of an NBA game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

NBA Star Kevin Durant Sends Out Viral Post On X After Magic-Grizzlies Trade

Kevin Durant sent out a viral post on X.

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Apr 3, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Basketball Hall of Fame player Isiah Thomas looks on during the second half of the game between the Phoenix Suns and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

NBA Fans Send Love To Detroit Pistons Legend Isiah Thomas

Isiah Thomas made a post to Instagram.

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Jun 5, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) celebrates making a basket against the Indiana Pacers during the first quarter during game one of the 2025 NBA Finals at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Made NBA History In Pacers-Thunder Game

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made NBA history in Game 5.

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Mar 21, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Orlando Magic guard Gary Harris (14) looks on before the game against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic Cut Ties With Two NBA Players After Grizzlies Trade

According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the Orlando Magic will let two players enter free agency.

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Sep 13, 2019; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers great Charles Barkley speaks at the podium during the unveiling of a statue honoring him in a ceremony at the Philadelphia 76ers Training Complex. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

NBA Legend Charles Barkley Makes Feelings Clear About 76ers Star Joel Embiid

Charles Barkley spoke about 76ers star Joel Embiid.

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