Heavy Sports • 8th August 2025

Jalen Brunson Predicted To Take Coveted Role From Steph Curry

Team USA took home the gold medal at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, led by Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James. While the team featured some of the best American basketball players, Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks was a notable star who missed the cut for the historic roster. However, according to CBS Sports, Brunson is predicted to land a role on the team in 2028, assumed to take Curry’s position as the starting point guard in the Los Angeles Olympics in three years. “Brunson was “h...

Heavy Sports • 8th August 2025

Insider's Bold Prediction Is Bad News For LeBron James, Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers have made the decision that Luka Doncic will lead the team going forward. While LeBron James enters the final year of his contract, the Lakers have shifted their focus to their new, younger superstar. While that notion might not bode well for James, an insider’s latest prediction could also be bad news for him during the season. Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report wrote that Doncic, not James, would be the one taking the last shot in close games for Los Angeles next season. “Th...

Heavy Sports • 7th August 2025

Lakers' New Additions Named 'Most Overrated' Players Since 2020

The Los Angeles Lakers knew they had to find offseason talent to fill holes in their roster that were prevalent by the time they lost in the first round of the playoffs. They went out and got Deandre Ayton at center and Marcus Smart at guard, two players who’ve had ups and downs in their careers. While Ayton is a former first overall pick and Smart is a Defensive Player of the Year, Bleacher Report named both as some of the most overrated players in the NBA since 2020. While the Lakers signed bo...

Heavy Sports • 7th August 2025

Warriors' Champion Reveals Wild Steph Curry Practice Story

The Golden State Warriors’ drafting history has been a bit tumultuous over the past few years. Despite losing many of their first-round picks and experiencing significant roster turnover since their 2022 title, Golden State has kept Moses Moody as a rotational piece of the team.In an interview on The Young Man and the Three podcast, Moody shared his first experience with four-time champion and the NBA’s all-time leading three-point shooter, Steph Curry. Moody recalled that in his first Warriors’...

Heavy Sports • 7th August 2025

Bronny James Reveals Truth Behind Career-High NBA Game

Though it’s hard to say that any other rookie in the NBA this season had more pressure and attention than Bronny James on the Los Angeles Lakers, the 20-year-old faced the scrutiny head on all year. He didn’t see much playing time for the Lakers this season, but still had multiple highlights during his rookie year. He also made history as the NBA’s first father-son duo to play with his father, LeBron James.Speaking with Spectrum SportsNet after the Lakers’ 4-1 series loss to the Minnesota Timber...

Heavy Sports • 7th August 2025

Lakers' Luka Doncic Reveals Truth Behind Body Transformation

Just months after joining the Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Doncic has had a busy offseason. Along with signing a three-year extension with the Lakers, Doncic also underwent a surprising offseason transformation in which he expects to be in the best shape of his NBA career. According to Slovenian news outlet Epika, Doncic revealed the one aspect of his life that played the biggest part in his getting into better shape. “What drove me? Basically, we made a slightly different training plan,” Doncic sai...

Heavy Sports • 7th August 2025

Celtics' Coach Almost Fought Newest Player, Former Champion

The Boston Celtics are one of the only NBA teams that are still making additions a month into the NBA offseason. Their latest move saw them acquire Chris Boucher from the Toronto Raptors, but he’s not heading to Boston with no previous run-ins with the team. In a 2023 Celtics vs. Raptors matchup, head coach Joe Mazzulla and Boucher nearly got into a fight in the middle of the game. The big man bumped the coach, and a scuffle almost broke out, with Mazzulla being held back by former Celtics playe...

Heavy Sports • 6th August 2025

Knicks Named Top Candidate To Land Giannis Antetokounmpo

The New York Knicks have shown they want to do everything possible to maximize the time they have with Jalen Brunson. It didn’t work out this past season, but they could make a historic move to land the final piece of the puzzle that can take them over the top.As reports resurfaced that Giannis Antetokounmpo remains open-minded about his future with the Milwaukee Bucks, the Knicks were named a top candidate to trade for the $175 million 2021 Finals MVP.“He’s been evaluating his future this entir...

Heavy Sports • 6th August 2025

Hawks’ ‘Disappointed’ Star Could Be Next Top Free Agent In 2026

The Atlanta Hawks have made multiple moves this summer to make a jump in the Eastern Conference. However, the one move they haven’t made is extending franchise leader Trae Young to a long-term contract, putting their plans in question. ESPN’s Mark Spears gave a bit more context to the Young and Atlanta situation on NBA Today. The insider said that Young is ‘disappointed’ the franchise has yet to offer him a new contract. “What I’m hearing now, at this point— you can tell by Trae’s Tweet, and I s...

Heavy Sports • 6th August 2025

Ex-Lakers, LeBron James Teammate Defends Latest Controversy

As of now, LeBron James is still a member of the Los Angeles Lakers.After all the recent rumors and reports, which could change at any moment, James’ latest Instagram post caused speculation to rise to even greater heights. The 21-time All-Star posted a picture of himself working out with a prominent Los Angeles Clippers logo in the background. While many saw that as a sign of his looming departure across town, James’ former teammate on the Lakers, Patrick Beverly, stepped in to defend the post....

Heavy Sports • 6th August 2025

NBA Hall of Famer Takes Harsh Shots At Lakers’ LeBron James

When his career eventually ends, LeBron James will finish as one of the best, if not the best, NBA players of all time.While his time with the Los Angeles Lakers could be coming to a close sooner than many expected, a Hall of Fame player chose to discuss James’ legacy rather than his immediate future, like so many others. John Stockton, the NBA’s all-time leader in assists and steals, called out James for the way he’s gone through his career. While the 10-time All-Star was quiet during his playi...

Heavy Sports • 5th August 2025

Lakers’ Luka Doncic Deal Creates A Big Problem For LeBron James

The Los Angeles Lakers have locked down their new star, Luka Doncic, for the next few years after he signed a three-year $165 million extension with the team. While the deal bodes well for Doncic, LeBron James was named one of the biggest ‘losers’ in the aftermath of the contract by Sam Quinn of CBS Sports. According to Quinn, the Lakers have made Doncic the priority, taking his suggestions for the team instead of listening to James and his thoughts for the franchise. He also wrote that if a you...

Heavy Sports • 5th August 2025

Lakers Predicted To Pair Luka Doncic With A Finals MVP: Report

Everything the Los Angeles Lakers have done this summer points to the fact that Luka Doncic is staying in Southern California for the long term. The future of LeBron James remains unknown, but at this point, the Lakers are looking further into the future than he plans to play. That’s why, according to Sam Quinn of CBS Sports, the Lakers are setting themselves up to land a superstar to pair with Doncic over the next few years. While landing someone during or before next summer might be great, Los...

Heavy Sports • 5th August 2025

Celtics' $118 Million Star Listed On Exclusive List Of NBA Players

The Boston Celtics made a bold move in trading for Derrick White from the San Antonio Spurs in 2022. But it turned out to pay off, as he was a key piece on their championship team in 2024, and since arriving in Boston, he has elevated almost all of his statistical categories. The Celtics’ move for White proved to be extremely beneficial, especially after he was ranked as one of the most underrated players in the NBA since 2020, according to Bleacher Report. “White used to be one of those players...

Heavy Sports • 5th August 2025

Celtics' Sixth Man Of The Year Winner Makes Bold Claim For 2026

The Boston Celtics have undergone major changes over the past few months compared to their roster that won the NBA Finals last summer. Jayson Tatum’s Achilles injury played the biggest part in creating that change, but according to Payton Pritchard, none of their recent moves or losses change Boston’s expectations for next year. “We’re definitely trying to be a playoff team. We’re trying to win a championship,” Pritchard said to NBC Sports Boston on the Celtics Talk Podcast. “It’s not even about...

Heavy Sports • 4th August 2025

Insider: 'Bizarre' Lakers' Luka Doncic And LeBron James Situation

As is commonplace, the Los Angeles Lakers have dominated the NBA’s offseason headlines. Most recently, it was for the team signing superstar Luka Doncic to a three-year $165 million contract extension.However, though they locked down their franchise player for the next few years, things aren’t all sunshine and rainbows in LaLaLand right now. LeBron James wasn’t at the press conference confirming the Doncic deal, unlike many of his other Lakers teammates. Since he picked up his player option, thi...

Heavy Sports • 4th August 2025

Insider Reveals Knicks' Biggest Mistake Over Last Few Years

The New York Knicks had unparalleled success last season compared to what they accomplished over the past 25 years. While the front office has put together a strong roster capable of competing for a title, that doesn’t mean they’ve done everything perfectly. Knicks insider Ian Begley offered up what he thought has been the franchise’s biggest mistake over the past few years. Responding to fan questions, Begley said New York’s trading of Obi Toppin has turned out to be one of their biggest misste...

Heavy Sports • 4th August 2025

Spurs' Fox Decision Is Riskiest Move Of 'Victor Wembanyama Era'

The San Antonio Spurs are fully committed to surrounding their superstar, Victor Wembanyama, with top-tier talent. This commitment is evident in their four-year, $229 million contract agreement with De’Aaron Fox, which will keep him in San Antonio until 2030.While the Spurs have been one of the most steady and cautious teams in the NBA over the past 30 years, this latest move could be their biggest risk yet. Fox played in just 17 games for San Antonio after he arrived at the trade deadline. With...

Heavy Sports • 4th August 2025

LeBron James Could Join Lakers' Legend In His Final Season

It’s not a question that LeBron James is in the twilight of his career. After 22 seasons, the Los Angeles Lakers‘ superstar expects to play just a few more seasons in the NBA, at most. However, despite being 40 years old, James has put up numbers that would be impressive for a player in their late 20s. About to enter his 23rd season, James’ longevity is something that hasn’t been seen in the history of the league. Whenever he does choose to retire, James will end his career with one of the best...

Heavy Sports • 3rd August 2025

Sixers’ $205 Million Star Reveals Truth On LeBron James Workout

The Philadelphia 76ers made the right move in signing Tyrese Maxey to a long-term contract extension last summer. The 24-year-old guard has been on a strong run the past two seasons, and most recently, worked out with LeBron James. Both Maxey and James were featured in an Instagram post by basketball trainer Chris Johnson, putting in work over the offseason.In an interview with The Deep 3 podcast, Maxey reflected on his time with James over the summer and how it wasn’t their first time on the co...

Heavy Sports • 2nd August 2025

Knicks Receive Major News On Newest Star Signing

Through the first month of the offseason, the New York Knicks have made two key additions in the form of Guerschon Yabusele and Jordan Clarkson. For the former, New York just got a major update that should make them feel confident about signing the big man from France. Recently, it was announced that the French national basketball team has named Yabusele as their next captain. That’s right, not Victor Wembanyama, but the newest Knicks player will lead Les Bleus going forward. France finished wit...

Heavy Sports • 1st August 2025

Lakers’ Legend Kobe Bryant Honored In FC Barcelona New Kit

The late Kobe Bryant was a big soccer fan. During his time with the Los Angeles Lakers, the franchise’s all-time leading scorer made it clear that he was a fan of F.C. Barcelona in particular. Now, the Spanish soccer powerhouse is paying tribute to Bryant in the form of their new jerseys. During a preseason match against FC Seoul in South Korea, Barcelona played in jerseys featuring the Black Mamba’s signature logo, honoring the late Bryant with a Lakers-style color scheme.  “According to Barcel...

Heavy Sports • 1st August 2025

Jaylen Brown Reflects On Historic $285 Million Celtics Contract

The Boston Celtics made the bold decision to sign Jaylen Brown to a historic five-year $285 million contract extension in 2023. At the time, it was the largest contract in NBA history, but it was recently passed by his teammate, Jayson Tatum, who signed a $314 million deal a year later. Speaking with an Instagram influencer, Brown discussed what it was like being one of the highest-paid players in the NBA, what the money meant to him, and how he deals with haters. “I come from nothing,” Brown sa...

Heavy Sports • 1st August 2025

Former Lakers Championship Center Signs With Surprise Team

After 16 seasons in the NBA, three-time NBA Champion Javale McGee is making a move overseas. McGee won two titles with the Golden State Warriors in 2017 and 2018, following that up as the starting center during the Los Angeles Lakers‘ run to the 2020 championship.Australia’s National Basketball League announced that McGee has signed with the Illawarra Hawks. The team has featured multiple former and current NBA players, including LaMelo Ball, who played for them before he was drafted in 2020. “T...