The Nuggets kicked off camp with great energy, and one particular scene drew immediate attention: Nikola Jokic spent considerable time talking with NBA referees Marc Davis, Jacyn Goble, and J.T. Orr, who were invited to officiate an intra-squad scrimmage. After the game, the Serbian center stayed on the court to discuss several calls with the…
Victor Wembanyama has returned. After more than seven months away from the hardwood, the French Spurs talent reappeared on the court during San Antonio’s preseason, marking his first game since the blood clot issue that abruptly ended his season in February. The French big man had to stop due to a deep vein thrombosis in…
Three days shy of a year after Bronny James made his preseason debut with the Los Angeles Lakers in this desert arena, the NBA’s most famous son resumed his quest to show he belongs in the big leagues. While his 1-for-12 shooting performance in the Lakers’ opener wasn’t ideal, James felt his effort Friday night…
The preseason doesn’t have the glamour of the big NBA nights nor the intensity of the Playoffs, but for those who closely follow the league it’s a crucial moment. It’s the testing ground where coaches experiment with new solutions, young players fight for playing time, and NBA Fantasy Dunkest fans go hunting for possible steals….
Cooper Flagg entered the NBA with the label of an offensive phenom, capable of filling highlight reels since his high school days. But in the first days of Dallas’ training camp, the No. 1 overall pick is already showing a clear understanding of what his main task will be: defense. Use our size and turn…
The Nuggets gave Nikola Jokic what he wanted this offseason, adding the kind of depth the Oklahoma City Thunder boasted when they survived a seven-game second-round series with Denver on their way to winning the NBA championship. The expected payoff isn’t just in a deeper rotation and fresher legs come playoff time, but also in…
The NBA preseason provides an early look at what to expect in the upcoming regular season, set to begin on October 2. During this period, teams assess their rosters, test out new strategies, and gear up for the challenges of the regular season. This year’s preseason began on October 2 and runs through October 17,…
The Lakers’ training camp opened with LeBron James absent from the court. The four-time NBA champion, who will become the first NBA player to reach 23 seasons this December, has been sidelined by a glute injury (a mild nerve irritation). Nothing serious, but coach JJ Redick explained that the plan is to manage him carefully:…
Negli scorsi mesi, Simone Fontecchio è stato protagonista di una trade che lo ha portato ai Miami Heat, con Duncan Robinson a fare il percorso inverso. Al Media Day, all’ex Detroit Pistons è stato chiesto come si trovasse nel nuovo ambiente e se fosse soddisfatto di ciò che ha trovato a Miami. La sua risposta…
Just a few months after the Minnesota Timberwolves were eliminated by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Conference Finals, Anthony Edwards decided to turn to a legend to improve his game: Michael Jordan. Through a mutual connection, the Timberwolves star had the chance to receive valuable tips from the six-time NBA champion. Edwards revealed that…
