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76ers' James Harden out for month with strained foot tendon

Sixers star James Harden is expected to be sidelined for around a month with a right foot injury, per multiple reports.

Lakers win second straight game with Russell Westbrook off the bench | THE HERD

The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the New Orleans Pelicans with a 120-117 OT win. Matt Ryan sent the game to OT with a difficult, corner three from an Austin Reeves inbound skip, crosscourt pass. Russell Westbrook came off the bench again, finishing with 13 points, seven rebounds and nine assists. Colin Cowherd praises the duo for adjusting despite a close win against a depleted Pelicans team.

Will Lakers win second straight game with Russell Westbrook off the bench? | UNDISPUTED

According to, FOX Bet Sportsbook, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are (+3.5) home underdogs to the New Orleans Pelicans tonight. The Lakers are coming off their first win of the season over the Denver Nuggets. Russell Westbrook came off the bench for the Lakers that game, putting up 18 points, eight rebounds and eight assists. However, Shannon Sharpe explains why the Lakers have not caught fire with Westbrook coming off the bench as it has only been one game so far.

Steve Nash is out in Brooklyn, Nets look to Ime Udoka | THE CARTON SHOW

There’s been a lot of headlines coming out of Brooklyn since yesterday, starting with the 2-5 Nets firing head coach Steve Nash. On the heels of that news came whispers that the Nets were interested in bringing on suspended Boston Celtics’ coach Ime Udoka, and all of this follows their star guard Kyrie Irving, dodging accountability for sharing antisemitic materials on social media. Craig Carton is joined by Gerald McCoy, and the two discuss their feelings on the way the Nets have been navigating the controversy surrounding their season start.

Nets create more questions with Steve Nash split, Ime Udoka rumors

The Nets are making decisions without any sense of where they’ll lead them, Yaron Weitzman writes.

Dwight Howard talks Kobe union, NBA 75 on "Club Shay Shay"

Former Laker Dwight Howard joined “Club Shay Shay” to reflect on his different stints with L.A., the NBA 75 list and more.

Nets part ways with Steve Nash; Ime Udoka rumored to be replacement | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright, Chris Broussard and Kevin Wildes discuss the Brooklyn Nets decision to part ways with former head coach Steve Nash. Nash led the Nets to a 2-5 record to start the 2022-23 NBA season. Suspended Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka is rumored to replace Nash as the HC of Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant led Brooklyn Nets squad.

Nets reportedly moving to hire Ime Udoka as head coach | THE HERD

After mutually agreeing to part ways with Steve Nash, the Brooklyn Nets are reportedly moving to hire suspended Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka. The deal is reportedly expected to be finalized within the next 24-48 hours. Colin Cowherd and Jason McIntyre react to the news.

Myles Turner advises Lakers to 'take a hard look' at bringing him to L.A.

On Monday, Pacers big Myles Turner lobbied for the Los Angeles Lakers to think long and hard about trading for him.

Nets planning to hire Ime Udoka hours after parting with Steve Nash

After parting ways with Steve Nash on Tuesday, the Nets are reportedly set to hire the Celtics Ime Udoka.

Steve Nash, Nets mutually agree to part ways | THE HERD

The Brooklyn Nets have mutually agreed to part ways with Head Coach Steve Nash amidst a rocky 2-5 start and chaotic tenure. Colin Cowherd reacts to the breaking news.

NBA Stock Watch: Signs of redemption for Russell Westbrook?

Who is pointing up or down in the NBA this week? Russell Westbrook may finally be accepting his role, while there’s more drama in Brooklyn and greatness in Milwaukee.

Why NBA scouts, executives aren't sold on Warriors repeating

A healthy sampling of NBA scouts, GMs and coaches polled by FOX Sports had no trouble offering a host of reasons the Warriors will not be in this year’s Finals.

Kyrie Irving will not 'stand down' after controversial social media post sparks criticism | UNDISPUTED

Kyrie Irving said that he is not going to stand down and does not believe he did anything wrong in promoting an antisemitic film on his social media accounts. This despite Brooklyn Nets owner Joe Tsai and the NBA both releasing statements condemning Irving’s decision.

LeBron, Lakers secure their first win of the season; defeat Nuggets 121-110 | UNDISPUTED

The Los Angeles Lakers finally won a game yesterday, beating the Denver Nuggets at home 121-110. LeBron had 26 points and 6 rebounds while Russell Westbrook came off the bench and had 18 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe react to the Lakers securing their first win of the NBA season.

Magic Johnson and Isiah Thomas went from best friends to enemies | CLUB SHAY SHAY

Shannon Sharpe sits down with Magic Johnson to discuss friends turning into enemies. Magic reveals his relationship with his former best friend Isiah Thomas was damaged after the Detroit Pistons met the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Finals. Magic said: “It took us until just a few years ago to mend everything, but boy did we have some good times.”

Magic Johnson couldn't drink, smoke & gamble like Michael Jordan before games | CLUB SHAY SHAY

Magic Johnson shares his pregame routine with Shannon Sharpe juxtaposition to Michael Jordan’s famous pregame routine. Magic shares Jordan tried to get him to hangout when the two were teammates on the USA Dream Team: “Jordan was the strongest athlete I’ve ever seen. I told Mike I can’t hang till 4am, have drinks, play 18 rounds of golf and get 30 by halftime. I know who I am.”

Magic Johnson on LeBron passing him on the all-time assist list | CLUB SHAY SHAY

Shannon Sharpe ask Magic Johnson to express his thoughts on LeBron James as LeBron approaches Magic’s Johnson’s placement on the all-time assist list. Magic said: “At the end of the day to pass two Lakers while being a Laker: Me in assists and Kareem as the all-time leading scorer…WOW you’ve got to give it to him!”

Was LeBron's cryptic IG post the right move after Lakers 0-4 start? | THE HERD

LeBron James posted a slow-motion video of him dunking the basketball with the caption: ‘How long will you be taken for granted. Keep going kid’ after the Los Angeles Lakers’ 0-4 start. Colin Cowherd explains why LeBron should be ‘more confrontational’ to his team instead.

LeBron James makes cryptic Instagram post after Lakers 0-4 start | UNDISPUTED

LeBron James posted a slow-motion video of him dunking the basketball with the caption: ‘How long will you be taken for granted. Keep going kid.’ Lebron and the Los Angeles Lakers are 0-4 to start the season. They will look to get their first win tonight against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Shannon Sharpe reacts to LeBron’s cryptic post.

Nets lose in OT to Luka, Mavs; fall to 1-4 on the season | UNDISPUTED

Last night, Ben Simmons airballed an uncontested layup against the Luka Doncic led Dallas Mavericks. Simmons had 7 points and 6 rebounds in the Nets’ 129-125 home loss to Dallas. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe determine how much of a liability is Simmons to Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets.

LeBron, Lakers winless thru 4 games, battle T-Wolves next | FIRST THINGS FIRST

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are winless four games into the 2022-23 NBA season after their 110-99 loss to the Denver Nuggets. The loss brings the Lakers to last in the NBA’s Western Conference. Chris Broussard, Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes react to today’s news in the NBA.

LeBron, Lakers fall to 0-4 with loss to Denver Nuggets | UNDISPUTED

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are now 0-4 after losing to the Denver Nuggets last night. Russell Westbrook, who played 78 of 82 games last year, did not play because of a hamstring injury. LeBron turned the ball over 8 times and this is the first time since his rookie season his team has started a season 0-4. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe react to the Lakers going 0-4.

Giannis' 34 points leads Bucks to 110-99 win vs. Ben Simmons, Nets | UNDISPUTED

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks came back after being down 12 at halftime against the Brooklyn Nets last night to win 110-99. Kyrie Irving yelled at Ben Simmons to shoot during the game, and Steve Nash got ejected for arguing about a no-call. Kevin Durant had 33 points and 6 rebounds, while Giannis had 43 points and 14 rebounds in his team’s win. Shannon Sharpe explains why Giannis is the reason why the Bucks came back from 12 points.

LeBron James suffers first 0-4 start since rookie season | THE CARTON SHOW

Craig Carton’s reaction to the Los Angeles Lakers 0-4 season start? Absolute glee. After LeBron James failed to lead the Lakers in a win last night against the Denver Nuggets, Greg Jennings tells Craig why this team just isn’t good, and together the decide whether they can turn it around.

Lakers list Russell Westbrook as doubtful (hamstring) vs. Nuggets | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Chris Broussard explains Russell Westbrook’s time with the Los Angeles Lakers is nearing an end. Broussard believes Westbrook’s “injured” hamstring is a mutual decision for a break in the lineup. Nick Wright explores possible trade scenarios for the Lakers and Russell Westbrook with the Miami Heat, Indiana Pacers, Charlotte Hornets, and the Utah Jazz.

Will trading Russell Westbrook save Lakers season? | THE HERD

The Los Angeles Lakers are 0-3 heading into their fourth game of the season tonight against the Denver Nuggets on the road. Russell Westbrook is continuing to struggle, averaging 10.3 points per game on 28.3 percent shooting and 8.3 percent from behind the arc. Is it time for the Lakers to try harder and move on from Russ to save the season? Colin Cowherd explains why it is necessary, but not enough.

Charles Barkley indicates age is catching up to Warriors following a blowout loss to Suns | UNDISPUTED

Charles Barkley said that Klay Thompson and Draymond Green are slipping and showing their age after the Golden State Warriors’ 134-105 loss to the Phoenix Suns last night. Barkley said that when they won the Finals last year, it was the younger guys who helped them win like Andrew Wiggins and Jordan Poole. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe share their take on Barkley’s comments on the Warriors.

Russell Westbrook listed as 'doubtful' vs. Nuggets with hamstring soreness | UNDISPUTED

Russell Westbrook is doubtful to play against the Denver Nuggets tonight because of a sore hamstring. He attended practice yesterday but did not participate. He did travel to Denver with the 0-3 Lakers. Skip Bayless analyzes the situation, including why this is the purple and gold’s silver lining against the Nuggets and potentially future games.

Already time to worry about the Brooklyn Nets? | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Chris Broussard explains he is not worried about the Brooklyn Nets because they are only three games into the season. Broussard explains that there is no shame in losing to the Memphis Grizzlies 124-134 but recommends the Nets and head coach Steve Nash need to work on their defense to turn their play around.