Category: nba

Buying LeBron's comment on not worrying about failure? | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

On the most recent episode of The Shop, LeBron James was asked if he ever thinks about missing potential game-winning shots before he takes them. LeBron replied quote, “No. Maybe when I was younger, because I cared about what everybody else thought. I don’t give a f— now.” Marcellus Wiley reacts to LeBron’s comment.

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LeBron says he no longer cares what people think about him | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

On the most recent episode of The Shop, LeBron was asked if he ever thinks about missing potential game-winning shots before he takes them. LeBron replied quote, “No. Maybe when I was younger, because I cared about what everybody else thought. I don’t give a f— now.” Emmanuel Acho explains why he isn’t buying LeBron’s comment.

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LeBron has reportedly 'seen enough' of Russell Westbrook on Lakers | UNDISPUTED

According to Dave McMenamin, LeBron James has no intention of playing with Russell Westbrook next season. McMenamin said on Zach Lowe’s podcast, “It’s pretty darn clear that Lebron’s seen enough and he has no interest in going another year with Russ as his teammate.” Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe react to the McMenamin’s bombshell.

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James Harden signs 2yr, $68.8M contract with 76ers | UNDISPUTED

Details of James Harden’s deal with the Philadelphia 76ers are being reported as a two-year contract worth $68.6 million dollars. The extension gives Harden $33 million next season after he declined his player option that was worth $47.4 million. The Sixers were able to add PJ Tucker and Danuel House to a roster that includes MVP runner-up Joel Embiid and the emerging Tyrese Maxey. Shannon Sharpe weighs in on Harden’s new deal.

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James Harden takes $14M pay cut with new 76ers contract | UNDISPUTED

Details of James Harden’s deal with the Philadelphia 76ers are being reported as a two-year contract worth $68.6 million dollars. The extension gives Harden $33 million next season after he declined his player option that was worth $47.4 million. The Sixers were able to add PJ Tucker and Daniel House to a roster that includes MVP runner-up Joel Embiid and the emerging Tyrese Maxey. Skip Bayless weighs in on Harden’s new deal.

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Time for Lakers to release Russell Westbrook? | UNDISPUTED

While Russell Westbrook is at the center of trade rumors, it seems that he could be with the Los Angeles Lakers at the start of the year. The Athletic’s Jovan Buha thinks that if L.A. cannot move Russ in a trade, the Lakers should consider sending him home and paying him to stay away from the team. Shannon Sharpe explains why he does not see the Lakers making this move.

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LeBron, Westbrook & AD vow to make Lakers big 3 work next season | UNDISPUTED

Chris Haynes reports that LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Russell Westbrook all had a phone call during the first weekend of Summer League to make sure all three of the Los Angeles Lakers stars would be on the same page while trying to win a championship. Westbrook’s future with the Lakers is still up in the air, and the report added that Russ has never requested a trade from the Lakers. This report is coming on the heels of Russ and his agent parting ways. Skip Bayless talks Russell Westbrook and the Lakers big 3.

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Does Russell Westbrook want out of L.A.? | UNDISPUTED

Chris Haynes reports that LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Russell Westbrook all had a phone call during the first weekend of Summer League to make sure all three of the Los Angeles Lakers stars would be on the same page while trying to win a championship. Westbrook’s future with the Lakers is still up in the air, and the report added that Russ has never requested a trade from the Lakers. This report is coming on the heels of Russ and his agent parting ways. Shannon Sharpe talks Russell Westbrook and Lakers big 3.

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Wizards reportedly in the mix for Kevin Durant sweepstakes | UNDISPUTED

According to the latest reports, the Washington Wizards are emerging as a potential landing spot for Kevin Durant. KD is from the D.C. area and the Wizards have a built-in running mate for Durant after Bradley Beal signed a record-breaking extension this offseason. However, Shannon Sharpe breaks down why he gives a ‘less than milk’ percentage chance of KD returning home to play in D.C.

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Heat to make run at Kevin Durant, Knicks eyeing Jazz all-star Donovan Mitchell | THE HERD

FOX Sports analyst Ric Bucher joins Colin Cowherd to discuss the latest in the NBA. Colin and Ric talk the Miami Heat’s attempt to load up on draft capital to make a run at Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant. The duo also talk New York Knicks chances to land Utah Jazz all-star Donovan Mitchell via trade.

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What Russell Westbrook's split with agent says about his future | THE HERD

The NBA offseason continues to spice up. Russell Westbrook and longtime agent Thad Foucher of Wasserman parted ways over ‘irreconcilable differences’ and suggested that there was no longer full alignment about whether the point guard should remain with the Los Angeles Lakers next season. Foucher suggested that Westbrook’s best option is to stay, ’embrace the starting role and and support that Darvin Ham publicly offered.’ Colin Cowherd reacts to the split and discusses what this shows about Russ’s future and current market.

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Russell Westbrook returning to Lakers is his 'best option', per former NBA agent | UNDISPUTED

Russell Westbrook and his long-time agent Thad Foucher have split due to “irreconcilable differences.” Foucher suggested there was no longer full alignment with Westbrook about whether the former MVP should want to stay with the Los Angeles Lakers. His belief is Russ’ best option next season is to stay with the Lakers and embrace the role new coach Darvin Ham has in mind for him. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe talk Russell Westbrook.

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Russell Westbrook parts ways with agent over 'irreconcilable differences' | UNDISPUTED

Russell Westbrook and his long-time agent Thad Foucher have split due to “irreconcilable differences.” Foucher suggested there was no longer full alignment with Westbrook about whether the former MVP should want to stay with the Los Angeles Lakers. His belief is Russ’ best option next season is to stay with the Lakers and embrace the role new coach Darvin Ham has in mind for him. Shannon Sharpe talks Russell Westbrook.

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LeBron James lights up The Drew League with 42 points, 16 rebounds performance | UNDISPUTED

On Saturday, LeBron James played in The Drew League for the first time in 11 years. LeBron had 42 points and 16 rebounds and shot 2-for-13 from three as he and DeMar DeRozan’s team won 104-102. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe weigh on LeBron’s performance and what it tells us about King James heading into year 20.

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Kyrie Irving no-shows scheduled Drew League game before LeBron's | UNDISPUTED

LeBron James may have put on a show at the Drew League on Saturday, but another star was a reported no-show. Drew League officials said they expected Kyrie Irving to play in a game before LeBron, but it did not happen. Instead, Irving was seen helping Los Angeles Lakers assistant coach, Phil Handy, at a youth basketball camp at the Mamba Sports Academy in Thousand Oaks. Skip Bayless discusses what this says about Kyrie.

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Will Deandre Ayton's return to Suns threaten Warriors reign? | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

DeAndre Ayton will return to the Phoenix Suns next season after the Suns matched Ayton’s 4yr/$133M offer sheet from the Indiana Pacers. Ayton was expected to sign his contract extension last summer however PHX decided to wait. With Ayton rejoining Chris Paul, Devin Booker and company, Emmanuel Acho, Marcellus Wiley and Ric Bucher ponder if PHX can challenge Stephen Curry & Golden State Warriors.

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