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NBA Rumors: Nuggets Could Package Aaron Afflalo for Lance Stephenson; Hornets Might Buy In
The Charlotte Hornets have expressed renewed commitment to keep shooting guard Lance Stephenson despite a rough start this season. However, with the Denver Nuggets showing interest in trading for the mercurial winger, the Hornets' stance might change in the coming weeks, especially if swingman Aaron Afflalo is included in the trade package.
NBA Rumors: Jimmy Butler Next Face of Bulls, Derrick Rose Has No Problem With It
Jimmy Butler has become one of the best wing defender in the league over a short period of time. However, no one saw coming how he has become a force on the offensive end of the floor this season, making him among the elite two-way players right now.
Lakers Rumors: Jordan Hill Joins Jeremy Lin in Chorus Against Kobe Bryant’s Shot-Happy Approach
Jordan Hill has become the latest player inside the Los Angeles Lakers locker room to voice out his frustrations about the way the team has been playing all season long.
Jeremy Lin Fed Up With Kobe Bryant, Lakers Selfish Ways
Los Angeles Lakers point guard Jeremy Lin has finally opened up his feeling about his team's performance so far this season, and the way he sounds, the Asian-American guard seems already fed up with Kobe Bryant's shot-happy mindset.
NBA Rumors Blog: Lakers Gambling on Josh Smith?
Josh Smith, who signed a four-year, $53M deal with the Detroit Pistons in 2013, could now be available on free-agency market in a matter of days after the Pistons management decided to waive his contract with two years left in his current contract.
NBA Rumors: Scout Calls Lakers Games Disgusting, Unbearable To Watch Due To Kobe’s Shot-Happy Approach
Games that feature the 16-time NBA champion Los Angeles Lakers used to be beautiful and entertaining to watch. Well, one NBA scout thinks it isn't the case anymore, adding the Kobe Bryant's one-man show has been 'unbearable' to watch.
NBA Rumors: Dion Waiters To Grizzlies Trade Scenario Still Worth Monitoring
The Cleveland Cavaliers booked probably their best win of the season against legitimate title contender Memphis Grizzlies 105-91 on Sunday at Quicken Loans Arena.
Lakers Rumors: Incoming Free-Agent Goran Dragic Open To Team Up With Kobe Bryant
Incoming free-agent point guard Goran Dragic of the Phoenix Suns joined the list of top-flight NBA players who rebutted the claim of ESPN writer Henry Abbot that Kobe Bryant's existence is driving away big name free-agents, adding that he's never intimated to team up with the Black Mamba.
Jeremy Lin Understands Days of Taking Game-Winners Ended With Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers point guard Jeremy Lin recorded 12 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists in 22 minutes but didn’t get the game-winning shot attempt he wanted in Friday’s 104-103 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder at Staples Center.
NBA Rumors: Rockets Not Done Yet, Goran Dragic Trade Reportedly Eyed By Feb 19 Deadline
The Houston Rockets have already finalized a three-team trade to acquire Corey Brewer from the Minnesota Timberwolves and Alexey Shved from the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, with the possibility of using some of the assets acquired to swing for another big trade by February 19 trade deadline.
NBA Rumors: Kings Owner Wants Josh Smith Trade Done in Coming Weeks
The Sacramento Kings are expected to push harder to finally hammer a deal with the Detroit Pistons for forward Josh Smith, who has been on the trading block since last summer.
Byron Scott Dares Jeremy Lin To Bring His A-Game For Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers head coach Byron Scott has placed a new challenge on point guard Jeremy Lin, who has been struggling to find his groove since he was pulled out of the starting five.
NBA Rumors: Lakers Target Deron Williams Next After Missing on Rajon Rondo
The Los Angeles Lakers could make their move to acquire former All-Star point guard Deron Williams, after learning that the Dallas Mavericks completed the trade for Boston Celtics playmaker Rajon Rondo, a source close to situation reported on Thursday.
Eugenie Bouchard Vividly Remembers Mexican Trip With Grigor Dimitrov; Revelation Spices Up Rivalry Between With Maria Sharapova
Eugenie Bouchard's latest comment about her unforgettable Mexican escapade, in which she had with Bulgarian tennis star Grigor Dimitrov as promoters for a tournament in Acapulco has once again put more flames to what many tennis followers suspect a mutual understanding between the Canadian rising star and Maria Sharapova's boyfriend.
NBA Rumors: Rockets More Interested in Goran Dragic Than Rajon Rondo
The Houston Rockets are reportedly more interested in trading for Phoenix Suns point guard Goran Dragic than Boston Celtics playmaker Rajon Rondo, according to ESPN NBA insider Marc Stein.
Lakers Rumors: Trading Jeremy Lin, Jordan Hill To Celtics Enough To Land Rajon Rondo Says NBA Insider
The Los Angeles Lakers have just been mentioned as one of the five teams interested to trade for All-Star point guard Rajon Rondo, whom the Boston Celtics are willing to move between now and the February 19 trade deadline.
Rafael Nadal’s Career Will End Sooner Than Roger Federer – Jim Courier
Jim Courier believes it would be very hard task for Rafael Nadal to stay competitive for a long time like Roger Federer, because of the way he approached the game, the four-time Grand Slam champion said in a recent interview via Tennis Tonic.
Byron Scott Remains Clueless on Jeremy Lin’s Up-and-Down Season
Los Angeles Lakers head coach Byron Scott is somehow clueless about the up-and-down play of point guard Jeremy Lin, who has been frustrated with his play as of late.
Raptors Rumors: Jonas Valanciunas for Marc Gasol Trade Intrigues Front-Office
The Toronto Raptors are starting to become very interested in acquiring incoming free-agent center Marc Gasol of the Memphis Grizzlies, according to Cathal Kelly of the Globe and Mail & TNT NBA insider David Aldridge.
NBA Rumors: Lakers Have Edge to Sign Kevin Durant in 2016 As Long As Kobe Bryant Sticks Around
Having Kevin Durant and Kobe Bryant playing together on one team might not be just a dream after all. In an exclusive interview with USA Today NBA writer Sam Amick, the reigning NBA MVP rebutted the idea that no elite free-agents are willing to team up with the Los Angeles Lakers star, adding he would love to play with a player as competitive as the Black Mamba anytime.
Lakers PG Jeremy Lin Unhappy Playing Byron Scott’s System
Jeremy Lin has once again expressed his frustration about his current situation, and this time, he clearly pointed out his problem with Byron Scott's Princeton-based offense system.
NBA Rumors: Brook Lopez to Hornets, Lance Stephenson To Nets Trade Deal in Works
The Brooklyn Nets are reportedly interested to make a deal with the Charlotte Hornets, swapping center Brook Lopez for mercurial shooting guard Lance Stephenson, according to Alex Raskin of Wall Street Journal.
NBA Rumors: Goran Dragic Suggests Trade To Rockets? Houston Determined To Use $8M Trade Exception
Phoenix Suns point guard Goran Dragic triggered speculations of a possible move to the Houston Rockets after the Slovenian playmaker followed the team's official Twitter page.
Lakers Rumors: Trading Jeremy Lin, Jordan Hill for Star Possible Option for Purple-and-Gold
Trade season has officially begun in the NBA with almost all players signed last offseason now available for trade discussions. For the Los Angeles Lakers, the time has arrived for them to make moves if they are determined to keep themselves in the Western Conference playoff race.
Serena Williams KOd By Venus Williams in Karaoke Showdown; World’s No.1 in Tight Short During 5K Run
The new season might be just around the corner but there's no stopping Serena Williams from relishing every minute of her vacation with family and friends in her hometown Miami.
NBA Rumors Central: Goran Dragic Available For Trade, Gerald Wallace Draws Interest From Blazers
Phoenix Suns point guard Goran Dragic could be available on the trading block, while the Portland Trail Blazers have reportedly shown interest in acquiring Gerald Wallace from the Boston Celtics.
NBA Rumors: Clippers Could Acquire Lance Stephenson Using JJ Redick, Draft Picks as Trade Chips
The Los Angeles Clippers have reportedly inquired about the availability of Lance Stephenson, who has already been placed by the Charlotte Hornets on the trading block.
Jeremy Lin Posts Another Strong Showing Off Bench as Lakers Get Third Straight Win vs. Timberwolves
Los Angeles Lakers captured their third straight victory after avenging their earlier loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves 100-94 on Sunday at Target Center.
NBA Rumors: Jimmy Butler Leaving Bulls To Join Luol Deng, Heat Next Summer?
The Miami Heat could use small forward Luol Deng as their recruiting agent to attract incoming free-agent shooting guard Jimmy Butler, who has become an outstanding two-way player for the Chicago Bulls this season.
LeBron James on Kobe Bryant: Perhaps Greatest Scorer in NBA History
Cleveland Cavaliers superstar LeBron James admitted in a recent interview that Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant is one of his idols in the NBA, revealing that the Black Mamba could be the best offensive player in league's history.
