Victor Wembanyama seems to be the consensus No. 1 pick on almost every NBA Mock Draft. How will he fit with the teams who could win the draft lottery? Victor Wembanyama is a unique talent. A 7-foot-5 unicorn with elite shot-blocking potential who also handles the ball like a guard and can drain deep 3s
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The Spurs have held firm on their sky-high asking price for Jakob Poeltl. Now NBA trade rumors have a few new suitors emerging. Jakob Poeltl has repeatedly been mentioned in trade rumors going as far back as the offseason, when it was clear the Spurs would be leaning hard into a rebuild this year. They
Jordan Clarkson might find himself with a new team at the NBA Trade Deadline. But he took care of getting a new home all by himself. No one really knows what the Utah Jazz will do at the NBA trade deadline, with what seemed to be a rebuilding set-up unexpectedly turning into a competitive campaign
Dec 18, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman (33) dribbles the ball while sitting before warm up before a game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports Tired of puny fake NBA trades that only include a handful of teams at a time? Boy,
Nov 2, 2022; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Jakob Poeltl (25) reaches for the rebound while defended by Toronto Raptors forward Precious Achiuwa (5) during the first half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports With NBA trade deadline rumors heating up, we look at three teams that could be
The San Antonio Spurs may be looking to move veteran center Jakob Poeltl but he’s not the only useful piece they could offer a playoff team. The Spurs clearly have their eyes on the future. They have one of the worst records in the league, which means a great shot at landing Victor Wembanyama or
Winning streaks for teams like the Indiana Pacers, San Antonio Spurs and Utah Jazz have changed who might be available on the NBA trade market. We entered this NBA season with what seemed like a pretty clear view of which teams might be racing for the bottom of the standings and a chance at presumed
The Jazz and Spurs were supposed to be in a race for the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. Will unexpectedly hot starts change their tanking plans? Early in this NBA season, the standings are a simple-celled creature. Most of what will become lies undefined before us. Last year’s Western finalists (Golden State,
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With a potentially loaded NBA Draft class looming, which teams are most likely to sacrifice the 2022-23 season for a brighter future? Gregg Popovich has a legacy of incredibly blunt comments and he was completely on brand during Spurs media day, saying: “Nobody here should go to Vegas with the thought of betting on us
The Atlanta Hawks are reportedly close on acquiring Dejounte Murray from the San Antonio Spurs. The Atlanta Hawks made it to the playoffs as the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference, but were eliminated in the first round by the Miami Heat. With the East only getting tougher, the Hawks are reportedly on the verge
Feb 11, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Dejounte Murray (5) shoots over Atlanta Hawks forward De’Andre Hunter (12) in the first quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports UFC 276: Sean O’Malley says he feels like the ‘main event’ every time he fights (Video) by Raphael Garcia Dejounte
During his career, Stephen Jackson was vilified for his outspoken opinions. In retirement, he’s become a thought leader for the NBA community. In the mid-2000s, before the NBA was the neo-liberal corporate ally it is today, Stephen Jackson was public enemy number one. It’s an off juxtaposition, considering Jackson’s work in 2020 as a boots-on-the-ground
Utah Jazz big man Juan Hernangómez makes his acting debut in Adam Sandler’s “Hustle”, a Netflix film about an NBA scout who finds a gem in Spain’s Bo Cruz. NBA players have tried, and often failed, to transition to prominent acting roles. But the movies that center basketball and heart — whether it’s Space Jam
The 2003 Los Angeles Lakers were on the verge of further cementing their dynasty — until Tim Duncan and the small-market San Antonio Spurs put an end to it. When the NBA and ABA merged in the 1976-77 season, the San Antonio Spurs were not yet 10 years old, still establishing themselves in one of
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. The Eastern Conference playoff picture has come into focus. The Knicks and Wizards are all but eliminated leaving us with 10 teams locked in for the playoffs and play-in
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. The NCAA Tournament starts this week shining the spotlight on, among other things, some of the best draft prospects in this year’s class. The consensus seems to be that
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. A seven-point win over the Los Angeles Lakers has Gregg Popovich is on the verge of making history. He is currently tied with Don Nelson with 1,335 career wins,
The Spurs traded guard Derrick White to the Celtics. (Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports) Cowboys rumors: 3 overpaid players who need to be cut this offseason by Mark Powell The Boston Celtics were extremely active at the trade deadline, including giving up multiple players and picks for Derrick White from the Spurs. It was a busy
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21): Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports The San Antonio Spurs are basically playing for NBA Draft position right now, but they actually can make a few moves to set up their next dynasty. The NBA Trade Deadline is here, and the San Antonio Spurs are in a spot that fans aren’t
Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports Georgia football: Kirby Smart rolled up to SEC coaches meetings in legendary fashion by Braulio Perez The Raptors finally found a home for Goran Dragic, flipping him to the San Antonio Spurs for Thad Young. How will this deal work out for both teams? The Toronto Raptors acquired Goran Dragic this
Former WNBA star and San Antonio Spurs assistant coach Becky Hammon talks about leading her own professional basketball team with the Las Vegas Aces. Basketball star Becky Hammon has been circling the top as a candidate for leading professional basketball teams for years, but it was the Las Vegas Aces who finally gave her a
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. The first few weeks of the NBA season are always dotted with breakout performers, players showing significant skill growth, or just taking advantage of new roles or opportunities. Over
Many different teams have been floated as potential landing spots for Ben Simmons. But where would watching him be the most fun? With the 2021-22 season quickly approaching, Ben Simmons remains a Sixer. Though there have been rumors of a potential hold-out if he is not traded before the season begins, the team’s sense of
Seven-time All-Star LaMarcus Aldridge has been medically cleared to play for the upcoming 2021-22 NBA season. The 36-year-old retired from the Brooklyn Nets in April after dealing with an irregular heartbeat. On April 15, 2021, the player left a comment after his retirement: “Though I’m better now, what I felt with my heart that night
Damian Lillard and Ben Simmons need to be traded. While a straight-up swap would work, it’s more fun to get a third team involved. It’s time to stop dancing around it. It’s time to make the move. The rumors, swirling. The sources, anonymous. The players, cryptic. Two enormous dominos from opposite coastlines still have to
PAUL BUCK/AFP via Getty Images Cristiano Ronaldo returning to Manchester United is a done deal by Alicia de Artola Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan were two of the greatest big men of their generation but their different demeanors are what made their rivalry so fascinating. Kevin Garnett was famous for being one of the most
Summer is drawing to a close and while the buzz surrounding free agency has lessened, there are still some impactful moves that teams can make. Now is the time for the front office executives to trim out their roster, take a closer look at some veterans, and possibly taking a chance on a young prospect
It seems inevitable Ben Simmons will be traded, but are the Spurs and Timberwolves now the top two suitors? Ben Simmons and the Philadelphia 76ers are headed for a parting of ways, it’s really just a matter of time before a trade happens. Philadelphia will have to come down from a high asking price, and
The bad news for San Antonio Spurs fans is that their team missed the playoffs for the second consecutive year. The good news is that the franchise seems to have a solid direction moving forward. Through the draft and free agency, GM Brian Wright and the front office have made several moves this offseason, which
With Ben Simmons’ options dwindling down for teams to choose from, and his cutting off communication with the Sixers, his trade destinations have shrunk even further. The estranged Philadelphia 76er, Ben Simmons, has recently cut off all communications with his team. All conversation has been strictly between Simmons’ agent and the Sixers, and that is
Kyle Lowry. (Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports) The first day of 2021 NBA free agency included a flurry of activity as teams scrambled to set up their rosters for next season. Who won and lost the day? Even when games aren’t being played, there are winners and losers in the NBA — especially in NBA free
Keldon Johnson is far from the biggest name on the Team USA men’s basketball roster, but he sure is making USA Basketball look smart. With Devin Booker, Khris Middleton and Jrue Holiday still playing in the NBA Finals, Keldon Johnson came to Team USA as a temporary replacement for pre-Olympic exhibition games. When Bradley Beal
Social media interactions between Zach Lavine and Dejounte Murray this past week will leave Bulls fans excited and hopeful. The Chicago Bulls are looking to add a point guard this offseason to pair with All-Star Zach Lavine for the 2021-22 season. Among notable candidates could be Spurs guard Dejounte Murray, and it appears both Seattle,
Gregg Popovich doesn’t get along with the media that much, but he’s about had it up to here with one reporter. Gregg Popovich has always been cautious when speaking to mainstream media and how can you blame him? He wouldn’t be the first person who has been taken out of context, and he wouldn’t be
Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images Patrick Beverley ejected for dirty two-handed shove on Chris Paul (Video) by Gerald Bourguet Steve Ballmer lost all sense of personal space during Clippers run (Video) by Natalie Abele San Antonio Spurs fans waited all season to call out Kawhi Leonard. With him sitting on the bench due to injury,
Three-time All-Star Ben Simmons may have played his way out of Philadelphia. At the right price, the Spurs could be one of the teams calling for a trade this offseason. If you missed Sunday night’s Game 7 between the Atlanta Hawks and Philadephia 76ers, you didn’t miss much from Ben Simmons. The former No.1 overall
Basketball Insiders’ “Now What” series examines teams on the precipice of success. Some will succeed in their attempt to join the elite, while others will squander an opportunity or are simply out of time. Today, we’ll dissect the New York Knicks, their 2020-21 season and where they go from here. The New York Knicks had
Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images According to a report from Yahoo! Sports, three teams have already shown serious interest in potentially trying to sign Kelly Oubre this offseason. Where will Kelly Oubre Jr. end up suiting up next season? After joining the Golden State Warriors this past season from Phoenix/Oklahoma City, the 25-year-old wing
NBA fans saw an up-and-down battle Wednesday night that ultimately ended with the Memphis Grizzlies taking care of business and eliminating the San Antonio Spurs. Wednesday night’s game between the Memphis Grizzlies and San Antonio Spurs got off to an ugly start. The Spurs fell behind by 20 points early, but the comeback was on
Grizzlies forward Dillon Brooks. (Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports) Tyler Seguin still has a challenging road ahead by Mark Carman Celtics fans aim NSFW chant at Kyrie Irving ahead of Nets playoff matchup (Video) by Braulio Perez NBA Twitter went all caps crazy when Dillon Brooks put an exclamation point on the Memphis Grizzlies’ hot start
The Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2020 — headlined by the late Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett — is the most accomplished class in history. After more than a year of delays due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, finally, this weekend, the Basketball Hall of Fame will enshrine the star-studded Class of 2020
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. The NBA’s play-in tournament kicks off Tuesday and every team will need stars and role players to come up big. Here’s the secret weapon each team will count on.
Los Angeles Lakers and San Antonio Spurs legend Robert Horry deserves recognition for his clutch plays, but he doesn’t belong in the Hall of Fame. The Robert Horry debate has begun once again. In his Hall of Fame induction speech, former Los Angeles Lakers coach Rudy Tomjanovich went to bat for Horry as a Hall
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. DeMar DeRozan is 31 years old, what would typically be the end of a player’s athletic prime. He hasn’t made an All-Star team in the three years since he
LaMarcus Aldridge signed with the Brooklyn Nets, hoping to win that elusive ring. Instead, a medical scare led to a surprising retirement announcement. On Thursday morning, LaMarcus Aldridge released a statement announcing his retirement from the NBA. The statement revealed that he had suffered from an irregular heartbeat, which sparked the surprising decision. “My last
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Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports NBA rumors: Kyle Lowry prefers to remain with Raptors or trade to Heat by John Buhler NFL Draft: Kyle Pitts’ blazing 40 could run him right into the record books by John Buhler As the NBA trade deadline approaches the Portland Trail Blazers and Miami Heat are the favorites
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Kyle Lowry, Toronto Raptors. (Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports) Michael Chandler’s latest Instagram post will get you excited for UFC 262 or you are dead inside by Thomas Albano The Miami Heat want to make moves ahead of the 2021 NBA trade deadline. Two players they have their eyes on are Toronto Raptors point
DeMar DeRozan, San Antonio Spurs. (Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports) Eagles: Jason Kelce signs new contract and pumps up fans with Instagram announcement by John Buhler DeMar DeRozan really wanted to replace Devin Booker in the 2021 NBA All-Star Game. Not everybody is happy about Mike Conley Jr. making his first career trip to the
With the Orlando Magic floating near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings, four playoff teams are eyeing star center Nikola Vucevic. The 2021 NBA All-Star Game is in the books, which means the trade deadline is on the horizon. March 25 is the date that team executives will keep an eye on, as playoff
The late Kobe Bryant makes a cameo in Netflix’s new Tony Parker documentary. Hearing Kobe Bryant talk about Michael Jordan in the epic 10-part documentary series, The Last Dance, was an emotional treat for NBA fans last summer. It appears as though fans of the Black Mamba will get another precious sound bite from the late Los Angeles
Kevin Porter Jr. has likely played his final game with the Cleveland Cavaliers. The NBA rumor mill is about to add one very intriguing name into the fold, as all signs point to Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kevin Porter Jr. having talked his way out of The Land. Porter, who has been hit with weapons charges
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Dak Prescott giving Cowboys fans heart attacks with latest Instagram activity by Amy Kaplan NHL fans are roasting John Tortorella for benching yet another star player by Scott Rogust Draymond Green had a long walk back to the locker room in San Antonio. The