Dirk Nowitzki Reveals the Moment He Felt Lakers Could Compete With Anyone
Dirk Nowitzki said the Lakers looked capable of beating almost any team before Luka Doncic’s injury derailed their playoff hopes.

Dirk Nowitzki said the Lakers looked capable of beating almost any team before Luka Doncic’s injury derailed their playoff hopes.

A new replay angle of Chet Holmgren’s clutch dunk against the Lakers reignited debate online over whether the Thunder star traveled late in Game 4.

LeBron James said he still does not know what the future holds after the Lakers were swept by the Thunder in the Western Conference semifinals.

Luka Doncic said he was “nowhere close” to returning from his hamstring injury and pushed back against speculation after the Lakers’ playoff exit to Oklahoma City.

Tom Brady stole the show at Kevin Hart’s Netflix roast, joking that Draymond Green would be "thrown out in 10 minutes."

Anthony Edwards explained why facing the Spurs without Victor Wembanyama became “harder” despite Minnesota eventually pulling out the Game 4 win.

Stephen A. Smith called Victor Wembanyama’s elbow on Naz Reid “warranted” for an ejection but hopes the NBA avoids suspending the Spurs star for Game 5.

Tristan Thompson sparked debate after comparing Victor Wembanyama’s dominance to prime Shaquille O’Neal following the Spurs star’s huge Game 3 performance.

Draymond Green tried clearing the air with Charles Barkley after facing criticism for mocking Barkley’s final years with the Houston Rockets.

Victor Wembanyama laughed off the cuts on his arms after the Spurs’ Game 3 win, joking that physical battles are expected against the Timberwolves.

Victor Wembanyama was left furious after officials ignored what appeared to be a jersey grab from Anthony Edwards during Game 3 vs. the Timberwolves.

Kendrick Perkins blasted the NBA’s officiating and flopping problem after Lakers vs. Thunder Game 2, saying fans are beginning to think games look “rigged”.

Charles Barkley doubled down on his feud with Draymond Green, saying the Warriors “haven’t been relevant” for years despite their recent playoff pushes.

Skip Bayless returned to First Take and instantly sparked chaos by ranking LeBron James ninth all-time, drawing a strong reaction from Stephen A. Smith.

The Bucks’ stance on a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade remains firm despite a disappointing season.

Kendrick Perkins reversed his Spurs title prediction after Game 1, backing the Timberwolves and warning San Antonio faces serious trouble in the series.

Patrick Beverley believes free throw parity between LeBron James and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander could decide the Lakers-Thunder playoff series.

Billy Donovan has emerged as a potential Knicks option if Mike Brown is dismissed, despite New York’s strong playoff performance so far.

Lakers fans questioned the Game 1 officiating crew vs Thunder, with James Williams’ history fueling concern ahead of the playoff opener.

JR Smith was caught in a chaotic crowd surge after a Knicks playoff win.

Kelsey Plum’s appearance in an Adidas campaign with Anthony Edwards signals her move to the brand after leaving Under Armour.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander praised LeBron James’ greatness ahead of the Thunder-Lakers series, embracing the challenge of facing the NBA legend.

The Dallas Mavericks have hired Masai Ujiri as team president, marking a new direction after a difficult season and major roster overhaul.

Stephen A. Smith reiterated his GOAT stance, saying LeBron James’ playoff success won’t change his belief that Michael Jordan remains the greatest.
