The Los Angeles Lakers made major strides this offseason to overhaul not only their roster, but also their coaching staff. The addition of head coach Frank Vogel could be a contributing factor to the success of this new Lakers team. The combination of Anthony Davis and LeBron James the Lakers …
Read More »Kawhi Leonard and Paul George: Double the Trouble
From the San Antonio Spurs to the Toronto Raptors, Kawhi Leonard has made headliners with an offseason sign with the Los Angeles Clippers. The Clippers were ecstatic when Leonard decided to join the Clipper family. The 28-year-old forward has already earned two NBA finals MVP in his career. Kawhi Leonard …
Read More »NBA Season Openers: Raptors Host Pelicans and Lakers Battle the Clippers
The Toronto Raptors will host the New Orleans Pelicans for the 2019 NBA season opener on Tuesday night. The two LA teams, Lakers and Clippers, will also face off tonight with their new-look teams. Raptors vs. Pelicans Been waiting a while to say this… It's @TangerineHoops Raptors Game Day! Opening …
Read More »NBA Rockets into Challenge with China
Violence and chaos has burdened China all summer long. Tear gas and water cannons are being used to combat protestors rallying for more democracy in China. And now, China’s problems have become the NBA’s problems — minus the tear gas and water cannons. Fight for freedom, stand with Hong Kong …
Read More »Team USA Upset By France, Serbia in FIBA World Cup
Team USA made headlines for their lackluster roster earlier this summer and it finally came back to bite them. The Americans were defeated by France 89-79, breaking a 58 game win streak in international play. The last time Team USA lost a game in the FIBA world cup was in …
Read More »Former Gator Isaiah Stokes Transfers to Memphis
Florida forward Isaiah Stokes has transferred to the University of Memphis. The 6’8″, 270 pound forward spent the last two years with the Gators before making the move. Former Florida forward, Isaiah Stokes has committed to Memphis. #GTG #MemphisMBB pic.twitter.com/1FsHlkEM5h — College Basketball and Recruiting (@EditsRecruiting) August 28, 2019 The …
Read More »Russell Westbrook Excited to Reunite With James Harden
Russell Westbrook shared his excitement and ambitions during his introduction to the Houston Rockets. He spoke about his close and long relationship with once former teammate James Harden. The two, according to Westbrook, are excited to reunite and are ready to pursue a title. One Common Goal: “Win Championships” https://twitter.com/HoustonRockets/status/1155115625792122886 …
Read More »Leonard and George Ready to Lead Clippers in 2019
The Los Angeles Clippers stole the show in the 2019 NBA offseason. A week after free agency started, the NBA heard the news that Kawhi Leonard signed with the Clippers. What was more of a surprise was on the same night, the Clippers traded for Oklahoma City small forward Paul …
Read More »Former Gators trying to make impact in NBA Summer League
As the NBA offseason frenzy comes to a close, the Summer League is in full swing and features a few former Gators. The Chiozza Train Former All-SEC guard Chris Chiozza has made an impact on the Houston Rockets Summer League team. The Rockets signed the former Gator at the end …
Read More »Thunder Trade Westbrook to the Rockets
Houston, we have a reunion. After a week of speculation, the Oklahoma City Thunder traded franchise star Russell Westbrook to the Houston Rockets. In return, the Thunder receive point guard Chris Paul, two first round draft picks and two first round pick swaps. This trade reunites Westbrook with guard James …
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