FromTheLand+FollowAre LeBron and Luka About to Be the NBA’s Most Dangerous Duo?The Lakers’ staff says it’s not just a mentor-pupil thing — LeBron James and Luka Doncic are pushing each other. Luka showed up this summer slimmer and sharper, crediting LeBron’s discipline in training and recovery. But it’s not one-way. Luka’s hunger is also fueling LeBron, keeping him from slipping into “old vet coasting mode.” That two-way loop of motivation could be scary. If Luka locks into Bron’s discipline while firing him up in return, the Lakers may have something different this year — a duo that could reset the league’s balance of power. So — are LeBron and Luka about to become the NBA’s most dangerous duo? #LeBronJames #LukaDoncic #Lakers #NBA #NBADebate #NBANews #NBAPartners #Sports 51Share
Beth Holland+FollowKlay Thompson: “Mavs Have the Best Frontcourt in the NBA”Klay Thompson is confident about Dallas’ ceiling this season: “I think we personally have the best frontcourt in the NBA when we're healthy…. And then getting a guy like D-Lo and having guard depth, I'm just really excited.” With him and Kyrie Irving in the backcourt, plus a healthy frontcourt rotation led by AD, Dereck Lively, and others — and now D’Angelo Russell adding guard depth — the Mavericks could be one of the most dangerous teams in the West. Do you buy Klay’s claim — best frontcourt in the league? #KlayThompson #DallasMavericks #NBA #KyrieIrving #NBADebate #NBANews #Sports 110Share
Pamela Owens+FollowLeBron James Helped Inspire Luka Doncic’s Body TransformationAccording to Lakers assistant coach Greg St. Jean (currently working with Slovenia’s national team), LeBron James played a role in Luka Doncic’s slimmed-down look this offseason. “Iron sharpens iron. When you’re around really good players, you can’t help but be motivated… Luka’s always looked up to LeBron, always admired him. Having those two together is motivating both ways.” St. Jean highlighted LeBron’s 5 a.m. workouts and relentless body care as an influence on Doncic, who came into EuroBasket noticeably leaner. If Luka has truly taken a page from LeBron’s playbook, the league could be in for a scary season. #LukaDoncic #LeBronJames #NBA #Lakers #EuroBasket2025 #NBANews #Sports 121Share
Robert Johansson+FollowReport: Ben Simmons and Russell Westbrook Could Go Unsigned Before Camp[Sam Amico / Hoops Wire] Both Ben Simmons and Russell Westbrook are still unsigned — and both are reportedly seeking more than the veteran’s minimum. Scouts say they could still help teams, but only in limited roles: Simmons — former No. 1 pick, but injuries and flaws in his game have lingered. Westbrook — a former MVP and future Hall of Famer, but no longer the explosive force of his prime. One scout put it bluntly: “It’s not 2017 or 2019 anymore. You can find younger guys like them for cheaper.” Could we really see Simmons and Westbrook go into training camp without a team? #RussellWestbrook #BenSimmons #NBAFreeAgency #NBANews #NBADebate #NBAOffseason #TrainingCamp #NBA #Sports 20Share
Brittany Mills+FollowPJ Washington Likely to Sign Extension with MavericksAccording to Marc Stein, an extension between PJ Washington and the Dallas Mavericks is “likely.” Washington becomes eligible this Friday for a new four-year deal worth just under $90M. At 27, he’s no longer an automatic starter after Dallas landed Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 pick, but he remains a valued piece. If the extension is signed, Washington would be ineligible to be traded for six months, meaning he’s expected to spend Flagg’s entire rookie year in Dallas. The deal would keep Washington locked in at a manageable salary (under $25M annually) while giving the Mavericks continuity around Kyrie, AD, and now Flagg. Good move for Dallas? #NBA #Mavs #DallasMavericks #PJWashington #NBANews #NBAOffseason #Sports 00Share
Brandy Rodriguez+FollowJohn Wall Joins Amazon Prime as NBA AnalystJohn Wall has officially called it a career after 11 NBA seasons. The former Wizards superstar announced his retirement in an emotional video, saying: “I gave this game everything I had.” But Wall isn’t stepping away from basketball entirely. Amazon Prime has announced he’ll be joining their NBA broadcasting team as an analyst. Starting midseason, Prime Video will air NBA games every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night — and Wall will be part of the coverage. From lightning-fast drives in D.C. to breaking down games on national TV, Wall’s next chapter is just beginning. #NBA #JohnWall #Wizards #NBABroadcast #PrimeVideo #NBANews #Sports 10Share
Brittany Mills+FollowPacers Coach Rick Carlisle Agrees to Multiyear ExtensionFresh off leading Indiana to the NBA Finals last season, Rick Carlisle has secured his future with the Pacers. The veteran coach has agreed to a multiyear extension, keeping stability on the sidelines as the franchise looks to build on its momentum. #Pacers #RickCarlisle #NBA #NBANews #NBAOffseason 00Share
Brittany Mills+FollowMichael Porter Jr. Says He “Tests Girls” by Playing Andrew Tate ClipsIn a recent clip, Michael Porter Jr. said he’s not a misogynist… but admitted he’ll “throw on Andrew Tate to see how they react.” His friend quickly added, “Andrew Tate from five years ago,” to soften it up. Is this just a harmless test — or a bad look for MPJ? #MichaelPorterJr #AndrewTate #NBA #NBADebate #NBANews #Sports #BrooklynNets 10Share
Brittany Mills+FollowMagic Get More National TV Games This Year Than the Last 8 Seasons CombinedThe Orlando Magic are set for 14 nationally televised games in 2025–26 — the same total they’ve had in the last 8 seasons combined. Previous years: 24/25: 5 23/24: 1 22/23: 4 21/22: 0 20/21: 2 19/20: 1 18/19: 1 17/18: 0 From barely getting any spotlight to becoming a regular on national TV… are the Magic finally about to make some serious noise in the East? #OrlandoMagic #NBA #NBADebate #NBANews #NBAHistory #MagicNation #Orlando #Sports 00Share
James Allen+FollowKristaps Porziņģis Says He’s Saving Himself for MMA Career After BasketballKristaps Porziņģis revealed in an interview with Latvian outlet Sportacentrs that he’s a huge MMA fan, and plans to pursue it after his basketball career. “MMA is a sport that’s very close to my heart. It’s number one for watching. I’ve also tried MMA, but I promised one of the clubs I represent that I wouldn’t pursue it during my basketball career. I’m saving myself for an MMA career after basketball,” Porziņģis said with a laugh. #KristapsPorzingis #NBA #MMA #NBANews #NBAOffseason #Sports 10Share
