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2025 NBA Draft To Be Full Of International Talent

As usual, the NBA is expected to get an influx of international talent when the draft takes place on June 25.

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Canadian 14-Year Old Is Already 7'3" And Getting A Lot Of Attention

Talented International Players Continue To Converge At Illinois

Former NBA Guard Becomes Highest-Paid Player in EuroLeague History

Jeff Teague Reveals Surprising Top 4 NBA Players List

Magic Should Call Mac McClung Up Following 46-Point Explosion in G League

Ball Around: Pat Bev Shades Dwyane Wade, All-Star Won't Play 2025 Eurobasket, More

Patrick Beverley Offers Simple Reason Why He'd Take James Harden Over Dwyane Wade

Three-Time NBA All-Star to Sit Out EuroBasket 2025

Ball Around Notes: All-Star Has Wild GOAT Take, LeBron Lands Big Partnership, More

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Mar 20, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) defends against the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

Bronny James Shines With Career-High Performance in G League

Dec 12, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter (9) and center Isaac Jones (17) defend New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum (3) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Star G League Centers Earns Major NBA Promotion from Kings

Mar 10, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (4) controls the ball while Utah Jazz forward John Collins (20) defends during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Ball Around Notes: Jrue Holiday Called Out in NSFW Rant, Bronny Slams Haters, More

Bronny James Finally Breaks Silence on NBA Critics

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NBA Owners Vote to Launch Pro Basketball League in Europe

Mar 4, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets former guard Vernon Maxwell waves to the crowd during a timeout against the Memphis Grizzlies during the third quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

Vernon Maxwell Reveals Only Player He Hated Guarding More Than Michael Jordan

Mar 23, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) looks to drive past Brooklyn Nets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (4) in the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Former Lottery Pick Departs EuroLeague Powerhouse for Possible NBA Return

Former NBA Guard Lonnie Walker to Stay Overseas Despite NBA Interest

Jan 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Daniel Theis (10) drives to the basket against Utah Jazz forward Cody Williams (5) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Longtime NBA Center Daniel Theis is Leaving NBA for EuroLeague

Jul 26, 2022; New York, NY, USA; Paul Pierce attends the NYC Point Gods Premiere at The Midnight Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Jessica Alcheh-Imagn Images

Ball Around Notes: Paul Pierce Goes After Lakers, Mark Cuban Opens Up on Trade, More

Apr 30, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Patrick Beverley (21) gestures towards the crowd following a play during the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Patrick Beverley 'Ruled Out' by Israeli team Until Further Notice: Report

Mar 21, 2012; Dallas, TX, USA; Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Kobe Bryant (24) makes a jump shot over Dallas Mavericks shooting guard Vince Carter (25) during the game at the American Airlines Center. The Lakers defeated the Mavericks 109-93. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Ball Around Notes: More Info About Potential Europe League, Kobe College Choice, More

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Unknown date 1993; Portland, OR, USA: Phoenix Suns forward Charles Barkley (34) talks to center Oliver Miller (25) against the Portland Trail Blazers at Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Imagn Images

Longtime NBA Center Passes Away at 54

Aug 13, 2020; Lake Buena Vista, Florida, USA; Quinn Cook #28 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots a three point basket against the Sacramento Kings during the first quarter at The Field House at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 13, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Mandatory Credit: Kevin C. Cox/Pool Photo-Imagn Images

Former Lakers Champion Signs With Team in China

Blazers Send Center Down to G League Ahead of Matchup With Suns

Mar 19, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Houston Rockets center Boban Marjanovic (51) runs down the court during the second half against the Washington Wizardsat Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Former NBA Star Boban Marjanovic Leaves Turkish Team for CBA Club Mid-Season

NBL

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June 4, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) moves the ball against the defense of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Matthew Dellavedova (8), forward LeBron James (23) and center Tristan Thompson (13) during the first half in game one of the NBA Finals. at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

Former LeBron James Teammate Wins NBL Finals MVP

Feb 25, 2015; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz guard Bryce Cotton (8) during warm-ups prior to the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at EnergySolutions Arena. The Lakers won 100-97. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-Imagn Images

Australia's NBL Ownership Could Undergo 'Hostile Takeover:' Report

Jul 20, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Chicago Sky player Angel Reese during the WNBA All Star Game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Ball Around Notes: Angel Reese Calls Out WNBA, LaVar Ball Details Amputation, More

Jan 25, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) celebrates his three-point basket with center Montrezl Harrell (15) in the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

NBL Rising Stars: Which Players Are Ready to Make the Leap to the NBA

Mar 8, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (1) reacts after a call during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Two NBL Teams to Play Pelicans in NBA Preseason Games Next Fall

Jul 31, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA: Music artist and owner Ice Cube performs during week four of the Big3 3-on-3 basketball league at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Aric Becker-Imagn Images

Big 3 League Announces New Partnership with Australia's NBL

Oct 1, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Former NBA forward Carmelo Anthony and his son Kyian Anthony during game two of the 2024 WNBA Semi-finals at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Ball Around Notes: Warriors Sign Guard, Carmelo Pitches Big Change to ASG, More

California Baptist Lancers guard Reed Nottage (5), left, and California Baptist Lancers guard Taran Armstrong (1), right, talk as their team is down during the closing minutes of the second half against the California Baptist Lancers at GCU Arena on Saturday, Feb. 5, 2022, in Phoenix. The Antelopes beat the Lancers 56 to 50.

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Warriors to Sign Star Guard From NBL

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Apr 7, 2022; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard (39) during the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Ball Around Notes: Dwight Howard Looking For NBA Return, Adam Silver Speaks Out, More

Gilbert Arenas Explains How Nick Young Got Him Fired from Big 3

Former NBA Star Appears to Share Group Photo From Jail

Bronny James Receives Big3 League Invite From Ice Cube

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Mar 26, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

LeBron James Podcast Lands Massive Partnership Deal With Amazon

Mar 15, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) celebrates his four thousand and one three point basket against the New York Knicks during the first quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images

NBA Superstar Stephen Curry and Michelle Obama Unite to Introduce New Sports Drink

Feb 22, 2024; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacer s Victor Oladipo stands on the court after the game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Indiana Hoosiers at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Two-Time All-Star Makes Surprising Pick For NBA GOAT

Mar 10, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Los Angeles Lakers injured forward LeBron James (23) on the court during a time out during the first quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Ball Around: LeBron James Podcast Returns, Warriors Compared to 90s Bulls, More

Mar 24, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) drives to the basket against the Orlando Magic in the second quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

LeBron James Podcast to Return With JJ Redick Replacement

Mar 22, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA: Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr shows emotion against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Warriors Stars' Play Reminds Steve Kerr of Legendary Bulls Teammates

Jan 23, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) during the game against the Boston Celtics at the Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Ball Around Notes: Bronny James' Career Performance, NBA Votes for European League, More

Apr 2, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Patrick Beverley (21) warms up before the game between the Washington Wizards and the Milwaukee Bucks at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Patrick Beverley Offers Bold Prediction on Cavaliers Playoff Chances

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Mar 2, 2022; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Former Milwaukee Bucks player Brandon Jennings cheers during the fourth quarter against the Miami Heat at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Multiple Former Players Call Out Brandon Jennings Over Ridiculous NBA Claims

Bulls guard Michael Jordan and Suns forward Charles Barkley face off in the 1993 NBA Finals.

Ball Around Notes: Michael Jordan Mansion Issue, Magic Johnson Blames NBA Stars, More

Nov 23, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Magic Johnson attends the 2024 NWSL Championship match at CPKC Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Magic Johnson Blames NBA Stars For Declining Ratings

Nov 9, 2024; Avondale, Arizona, USA; 23XI Racing team owner Michael Jordan during qualifying for the Cup Series championship race at Phoenix Raceway. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Purchaser of Michael Jordan Mansion Has a Massive Issue

Mar 28, 2023; Houston, TX, USA; West guard Bronny James (6) poses for a family photo with with mother Savannah James, brother Bryce Maximus James, sister Zhuri Nova James and father LeBron James following the McDonald's All American Boy's high school basketball game at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Ball Around Notes: Savannah Defends Bronny, Draymond Could Score 20 a Game, More

Savannah James Breaks Silence on LeBron, Bronny, Stephen A Smith Drama

Mar 15, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA: New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) controls the basketball against Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images

Draymond Green Reveals Details on NSFW Altercation With Karl-Anthony Towns

Former NBA Player Says Warriors' Draymond Green Could Average 20 Points Per Game

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Former NBA Star Slams Celtics' Jrue Holiday in NSFW Rant

Jan 17, 2025; Miami, FL, USA; Angel Reese (5) of the Rose takes a moment against the Vinyl during a timeout in the first half of the Unrivaled women’s professional 3v3 basketball league at Wayfair Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Angel Reese Takes Shot at WNBA Salary After $50k Unrivaled Win

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LaVar Ball Reveals Harrowing Details on Leg Amputation

Mar 1, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (8) looks on against the Golden State Warriors during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Ball Around Notes: Former Sixer Criticizes Paul George, G League Player Erupts, More

Mar 17, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA: Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler III (10) passes the ball against Denver Nuggets forward Zeke Nnaji (22) during the first quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

Former NBA Guard Thinks Jimmy Butler Trade Was Worse Than Luka Doncic Trade

Mar 1, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (8) catches a ball against the Golden State Warriors during the third quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Lou Williams Shares Brutally Honest Opinion on Paul George’s First Year with 76ers

Mar 15, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) fouls out of the game against the Golden State Warriors during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images

Chandler Parsons Says Knicks Could Be First-Round Playoff Exit

Shaq Believes Mavericks Could Be Cursed Following Luka Doncic Trade

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Cole Swider Erupts For Incredible Performance in Lakers G League Game

Jan 18, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA: Washington Wizards assistant coach Adam Caporn before the game between the Golden State Warriors and the Washington Wizards at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

NBA Assistant Tabbed as New Head Coach for Australian National Team

Dwight Howard Calls Out Shaq For Failed Promise of Not Criticizing Players

Mar 13, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) awaits the resumption of play against the Sacramento Kings during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

Shaquille O'Neal Believes Steph Curry Deserves NBA GOAT Consideration

Charles Barkley Takes Major Shot at Shaq's Legacy with Lakers

Kendrick Lamar Name Drops Lakers Star in New Viral Song

Nov 2, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN: Former Toronto Raptors player Vince Carter reacts during his player number retirement ceremony at halftime of a game against the Sacramento Kings at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

James Dolan Reveals Why Knicks Backed Off Trade For Prime Vince Carter

Jan 2, 2015; Oklahoma City, OK, USA: Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kevin Durant (35) drives to the basket against Washington Wizards forward Paul Pierce (34) during the fourth quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-Imagn Images

Paul Pierce Compares Himself to Kevin Durant While Also Criticizing Him

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Shaq Calls Out Zion Williamson, Continues Beef With Current NBA Stars

Mar 10, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) reacts after hitting a three-point shot against the Portland Trail Blazers during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images

Stephen Curry Joins Unrivaled League as Investor

UTEP legend Tim Hardaway was in attendance for the unveiling of the Don Haskins statue on Friday Feb. 23, outside the Don Haskin Center.

Former Warriors Star Offers Wild Take on Victor Wembanyama, Bol Bol

Charles Barkley Slams Mavericks For Increasing Ticket Prices Following Luka Doncic Trade

Former Mavericks Center Joins Lakers G League Team

SNL Epically Trolls Kendrick Perkins in Viral Sketch

Patrick Beverley Offers Perfect Reaction to Anticipated Lakers vs Celtics Game

Mar 7, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) during the second half against the Phoenix Suns at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Kevin Garnett Compares Nikola Jokic to Wilt Chamberlain Following Insane Game vs Suns

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Ron Harper Offers Simple Reason Why This Year Could Be Different For Cavaliers

Mar 2, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and guard Luka Doncic (77) react after a play during the first quarter against the LA Clippers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images

Carmelo Anthony Believes Luka Doncic Has Unlocked Forgotten LeBron James Element

Dwight Howard Offers Bold Claim on Lakers Chances This Season

Kendrick Perkins Fires Back at Charles Barkley After Heated Rant About ESPN, Lakers

Mar 5, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Utah Jazz center Oscar Tshiebwe (34) rebounds the ball against Washington Wizards forward Corey Kispert (24) during the fourth quarter at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Jazz Forward Played Three Basketball Games Between NBA and G League in 24 Hours

Jun 22, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; LaVar Ball the father of NBA prospect Lonzo Ball (not pictured) in attendance before the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

LaVar Ball Uses Amputated Foot to Take Shot at Michael Jordan

Jul 11, 2022; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Tyson Etienne (25) dribbles against the New Orleans Pelicans during an NBA Summer League game at Cox Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Nets Sign G League Star to NBA Deal

Mar 2, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and guard Luka Doncic (77) react after a play during the first quarter against the LA Clippers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images

Rip Hamilton Makes Bold Claim About Lakers Ceiling This Season