Category: nba

Will LeBron leave Lakers for third stint with Cavs? | UNDISPUTED

LeBron James is eligible to sign an extension this Thursday with the Los Angeles Lakers. However, according to Brian Windhorst, the Cleveland Cavaliers should not be ruled out as a possibility of where LeBron ends his career. The NBA insider said the Cavs are setup perfectly next offseason with cap space to make a move for LeBron if he decides to not sign an extension with the Lakers. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe predict whether they see LeBron leaving L.A. for his third stint in Cleveland or not.

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NBA, Celtics legend Bill Russell dies at age 88 | UNDISPUTED

Boston Celtics legend and Hall of Famer Bill Russell died Sunday, at 88 years of age. Russell won 11 total titles including eight straight, his last two were won as both a player and as the NBA’s first black head coach. In a statement yesterday NBA commissioner Adam Silver called Russell quote, “the greatest champion in all of team sport.” Skip Bayless remembers the life and legacy of Bill Russell.

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Remembering Bill Russell, legendary on & off the court | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright looks back at the accomplishments of Bill Russell, who’s impact both on and off the court were massive and influential to the way the NBA is played today. The Boston Celtics legend transformed basketball, from having a 55-game winning streak, winning gold medals representing the U.S. in the Olympics, collecting an obscene amount of NBA titles, and being awarded 5 MVP awards. Watch as Nick memorializes the great Bill Russell, who has died at 88 years old.

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Bill Russell, NBA legend with 11 Titles, 5 MVPs, dies at 88 | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Chris Broussard remembers Bill Russell, who passed away yesterday at the age of 88. The NBA legend and Celtics super-star had a record 11 NBA titles, and 5 MVPs, but for all the accolades on the court, Russell was a fighter off the court as well. Watch as he share his greatest memories of Bill Russell, and talks about his impact on both the sports world and the political world.

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Kevin Durant's top landing spots according to Nick Wright | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright reveals the five teams he believes will be the best fit for Kevin Durant should he be traded from the Brooklyn Nets. Nick lays out the trade packages each team could offer for the NBA superstar, and decides which trade is most likely. Chris Broussard shares his thoughts on Nick’s picks, and makes a case once again for why remaining in Brooklyn would be KD’s best bet.

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Draymond Green is eyeing a max extension from Golden State | FIRST THINGS FIRST

With 2-years left on his contract, Draymond Green is looking to get a big deal from the Golden State Warriors. The 4-time championship winner will be eligible to sign a 4-year deal on August 3rd, and that’s exactly what the star thinks he deserves. But Chris Broussard and Nick Wright say otherwise. Watch as they lay out why the Warrior may be smart by making no plans to offer Draymond a max extension.

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Jayson Tatum addresses Kevin Durant-Celtics rumors | UNDISPUTED

Jayson Tatum was asked about the potential of playing with Kevin Durant and said quote: ‘He’s a great player, but that’s not my decision. I love our team. I just go out there and play with my teammates. I don’t put that [general manager] hat on to make decisions.’ Meanwhile, Bleacher Report is reporting that some executives think the Brooklyn Nets have no intention of actually trading KD due to their high asking price. Shannon Sharpe reacts to Tatum’s comments.

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Jayson Tatum breaks silence on Kevin Durant trade rumors | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Jayson Tatum says he’s not making anything of the trade rumors surrounding his teammate Jaylen Brown and Kevin Durant of the Brooklyn Nets. In face, the Boston Celtics star says he loves his team as is, and insists the trade is not his decision to make. But Nick Wright says if Tatum could have KD, he absolutely would, despite how much he ‘loves’ the Celtics. Broussard, however, thinks Tatum is being truthful, and gave the best response he could have in this situation.

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J.R. Smith asks Damian Lillard on why he would 'rot' in Portland | UNDISPUTED

The Portland Trail Blazers awarded Damien Lillard with a contract extension this offseason. The extension will have him in Portland until his age-36 season. Former NBA champion JR Smith had something to say about it, saying quote: ‘I love his game. I respect him for doing what he’s doing. But at the same time, it’s like, you just going to rot in Portland, bro?’ Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe discuss whether Smith’s criticism is fair or not.

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