Former San Antonio Spurs star Bruce Bowen won’t be back as an analyst for the Los Angeles Clippers next season, a decision that comes following critical comments he made about Kawhi Leonard earlier this summer. According to an ESPN report, Bowen won’t have his contract renewed at Fox Sports West, […]
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NBA TV Schedule Released, LeBron James vs. Golden State a Christmas Gift for Fans
Lakers fans should get a good idea about what to expect from Lebron James and his new teammates when they host Houston three days after the NBA season opens. But they will definitely know by Christmas, when the Lakers face Golden State, the reigning NBA Champions. No odds have been […]
As Rosters Gel, Oddsmakers Set Lines for Last Teams to Make NBA Playoffs
Who will be the 16 basketball teams to make the NBA Playoffs this season? The Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook has put out their lines for all 30 possibilities, revealing the shifts a few key player moves can make. The Western Conference should again be the dominant of the two divisions, […]
B-Baller Steph Curry Impresses Golfers with Opening Round 71 at Ellie Mae Classic
Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry may not be able to make professional golf his second job just yet, but his opening round performance at the Ellie Mae Classic showed that he might be able to hang with the pros if he put his mind to it. Curry shot a […]
Charles Oakley Pleads No Contest in Cosmopolitan Casino Cheating Case
Former New York Knicks star Charles Oakley pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor charge of disorderly conduct, a move his lawyers say will fully resolve the casino cheating accusations leveled against him by the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Oakley was arrested by Nevada Gaming Control Board agents on July 8 […]
Bettors Should Look to NBA Win Totals for Surprise Over/Under Opportunities
The NBA win totals were released this week by the Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook and the usual suspects were at the top of the list, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some value picks for clever bettors. But first, some questions … Will LeBron James make the Lakers a playoff […]
Carmelo Anthony Clears Waivers, Signs with Houston Rockets for $2.4M
Carmelo Anthony cleared waivers on Wednesday evening, allowing him to complete his circuitous journey to the Houston Rockets. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Anthony will now sign a one-year deal with the Rockets for $2.4 million, the NBA minimum salary for a veteran. Long Journey to Houston While it has […]
NBA and MGM Announce Gambling Partnership, First for Major American Sports League
The NBA announced Tuesday that they had reached a deal with MGM Resorts International to make the Las Vegas casino giant its official gambling partner, the first such arrangement for a major professional sports league in the United States. The agreement will see MGM become the official gaming partner of […]
Steph Curry to Play His Second Web.com Golf Tournament Next Week at Ellie Mae Classic
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry is known for being able to hit shots from deep. But while he’s adept at shooting from 30 feet or more away from the basket, next week he’ll be looking to extend his range to about 300 yards. For the second year in a […]
Cleveland Cavaliers Sign Kevin Love to Four-Year, $120M Contract Extension
The Cleveland Cavaliers may have lost LeBron James to the Lakers, but they’ll still have one All-Star in their lineup. The Cavs signed Kevin Love to a four-year, $120 million contract extension that could keep him with the team through 2023. The extension will keep him on his existing contract […]
Lakers One of Many Winners at NBA Summer League
The NBA Summer League just concluded its tournament in Las Vegas, and for general managers and coaches, there was lots to both like and dislike. The annual tournament has been a barometer for teams to see what their future holds. For some the prospects are rosy, while for others it […]
Carmelo Anthony Being Traded to Atlanta Hawks, But Won’t Be Staying There
The Oklahoma City Thunder are sending Carmelo Anthony to the Atlanta Hawks as part of a three-team trade, a deal which will ultimately allow Anthony to pursue free agency. The plan is for the Hawks to buyout the remainder of Anthony’s contract, after which he will be become an unrestricted […]
Kawhi Leonard Gets Trade Wish, but to Toronto, Not Los Angeles
San Antonio star forward Kawhi Leonard was traded to the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday for guard DeMar DeRozan, center Jakob Poeltl, and a 2019 protected first-round pick. The Raptors also received guard Danny Green. It ends months of speculation of where Leonard would go after he told the Spurs he no […]
Portland Trail Blazers Defeat Lakers to Win NBA Summer League Title
The Portland Trail Blazers got a measure of revenge on Tuesday by knocking off the Los Angeles Lakers 91-73 in the final of the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. The game was a rematch of the previous year’s Summer League final, in which the Lakers beat the Blazers to […]
Adam Silver Softening on NBA One-and-Done Rule, Standing Firm on Integrity Fees
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver might be softening his stance on the league’s one-and-done policy, which prohibits high school players from entering the NBA draft, suggesting it might be time to scrap the rule. Silver spoke last week at a press conference following the Board of Governors when he floated the […]
Former NBA Star Charles Oakley Arrested for Cheating in Las Vegas Blackjack Game
When Charles Oakley was playing in the NBA, he was known for being one of the best in the league at pulling in rebounds. Unfortunately for the long time New York Knick, those same skills didn’t serve him well at the blackjack table. Oakley was arrested after being accused of […]
Carmelo Anthony Set to Leave OKC – Could Houston Be His Next Stop?
Carmelo Anthony looks likely to part ways with the Oklahoma City Thunder this summer, and while there are several teams who might want to acquire his services, the Houston Rockets appear to be the frontrunners to land the 10-time NBA All-Star. Oklahoma City is currently dealing with a bloated payroll […]
NBA Summer League Betting Grows in Popularity with Basketball Fans
The NBA Summer League was once an afterthought for basketball fans, a dumping ground where incoming rookies, marginal talents, and a few hopefuls trying to play their way onto rosters would compete in sparsely attended games for a couple weeks each year. But that perception has changed in a big […]
NBA Free Agent Pieces Falling into Place with LeBron Questions Answered
Now that LeBron James has announced he was leaving Cleveland for the Los Angeles Lakers, other free agents are starting to sign with teams, and they are having an effect on the odds for the NBA Championship. Several high-profile players will be wearing different uniforms next season, having decided to […]
LeBron James Signs with Lakers in Effort to Revive Championship Hopes
LeBron James signing with the Los Angeles Lakers wasn’t a totally unexpected move, but the news on Sunday still sent shockwaves through the gambling community. The 33-year-old “point forward” will earn $154 million over four years to try and get his new team their first championship since 2010. Once the […]