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NBA fines Jazz, Pacers amid 'tanking' turmoil
LOS ANGELES, United States — The NBA took aim at "tanking" on Thursday (Friday Manila time), fining the Utah Jazz and Indiana Pacers over "management of their rosters" amid intensifying scrutiny on struggling teams thought to be focused on draft position rather than winning. The Jazz were fined $500,000 for conduct detrimental to the league in games against the Orlando Magic on February 7 and the Miami Heat on February 9.
Knicks thump Lakers for sixth straight win
WASHINGTON, United States — The New York Knicks spoiled what might have been LeBron James's last game at the Madison Square Garden, stretching their win streak to six games with a 112-100 victory. OG Anunoby scored 25 points and reserve Landry Shamet added 23 to lead the Knicks. Four-time NBA Most Valuable Player James, a 41-year-old Lakers star, remains uncommitted beyond this season, his NBA-record 23rd.
Curry powers Warriors, Wemby stars for Spurs
Stephen Curry scored 27 points and Moses Moody added 26 as Golden State set a season high in points scored to win in Salt Lake City. Utah has surrendered 140-plus points nine times this season. Gui Santos added a season-best 16 points on 6-of-7 shooting and fellow reserves Buddy Hield and Will Richard had 13 points apiece for the Warriors, who beat the Jazz for the 10th time in the past 11 meetings and improved to 6-3 in the past nine games.
Giannis triumphant in NBA return as Spurs win streak ends
WASHINGTON, United States — Milwaukee's Giannis Antetokounmpo made a triumphant return from an eight-game NBA injury layoff on Saturday (Sunday, Manila time) while San Antonio's win streak was ended at eight games by the Utah Jazz. Antetokounmpo scored 29 points and grabbed eight rebounds in 25 minutes to lead the Bucks in a 112-103 victory at Chicago, snapping the Bulls' five-game win streak.
Closing 10-0 run lifts Bulls over 76ers while Pistons fall
WASHINGTON, United States — Chicago's Coby White scored nine of his 13 points in the fourth quarter and the Bulls rallied to beat Philadelphia 109-102 on Friday (Saturday, Manila time), stretching their win streak to five games. Reserves Tre Jones and Zach Collins each scored 15 points while White added seven rebounds and six assists as Chicago scored the last 10 points to win, improving to 15-15. "It was a 'grind it out' win coming off Christmas.
12 best NBA free agents in 2025
The 2025 NBA free agency market is anticipated to have several significant names available. So, without further ado, here are the 12 best NBA free agents in this offseason. The list also includes the restricted free agents or players who have a player option and can, therefore, decide not to exercise it and become free agents. Best available NBA free agents Currently, Myles Turner earns just under $20 million and seeks a raise in his next contract.
T.J. Shorts believes in Paris' chances to make the Final 4
Paris Basketball will take on Real Madrid today in a pivotal play-in showdown to determine who advances to the EuroLeague playoffs as the seventh seed, with a quarter-final matchup against Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul on the line.
Kevin Porter Jr. sends a message to PAOK ahead of FIBA Europe Cup finals
Current Milwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. sent a message to his former team, PAOK Thessaloniki, ahead of their FIBA Europe Cup finals clash against Bilbao on Wednesday. MIN: 19.76 PTS: 10.28 (51.52%) REB: 3.71 As: 3.41 ST: 1.08 BL: 0.17 TO: 1.81 GM: 75 "I want to congratulate you for everything you’ve achieved so far, but the job’s not done yet. The goal is at the end of the tunnel. Let’s go get it. Once PAOK, always PAOK!" Porter said.
Lauri Markkanen is ready to make noise with Finland in 2025 EuroBasket
Utah Jazz star Lauri Markkanen is eager and ready to represent Finland in this year's EuroBasket, following a grueling and ultimately disappointing NBA season in which the Jazz finished with the league’s worst record. Utah Jazz Portland Trail Blazers 133-126 Utah Jazz Oklahoma City Thunder 111-145 Minnesota Timberwolves Utah Jazz 116-105 "We have a big summer with the national team. I’m excited for that," Markkanen said during his end-of-season interview.
NBA DFS Preview: DraftKings DFS Picks & Lineups for Monday, 2/10
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Report: Suns have ‘no interest’ to include Ryan Dunn in Jimmy Butler trade
The Phoenix Suns recently pulled off a trade involving their 2031 first-round pick which pundits believe is the first step to getting Jimmy Butler. In assembling a trade package to acquire Butler from the Miami Heat, the Suns reportedly don’t want to include Ryan Dunn in any scenario, according to Forbes’ Evan Sidery. “The Suns have no interest in a trade for Jimmy Butler that would involve sending out rookie wing Ryan Dunn,” Sidery reported.
Why Adam Silver enjoys watching Victor Wembanyama
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver called Victor Wembanyama a “generational talent and a remarkable person.” Credit: USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Connect - Scanpix Victor Wembanyama is still early in his NBA career, but he already has a huge following because of his unique personality and amazing skillset. MIN: 33.13 PTS: 24.44 (53.71%) REB: 10.72 As: 3.69 ST: 1.08 BL: 4 TO: 3.44 GM: 36 One person who admires Wembanyama is NBA commissioner Adam Silver.
NBA expansion in Europe: Adam Silver confirms NBA will likely create an independent league
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver once again hinted at a possible NBA expansion to Europe, revealing that the creation of an independent league is the most likely scenario: "We’re talking about a competition – probably an independent league separate from the NBA. It would be a European league." Credit: REUTERS - Scanpix Ahead of the NBA Paris Games 2025, the league's Commissioner, Adam Silver, made another hint about the upcoming expansion of the NBA.
Snowstorm puts Bucks-Heat game in jeopardy
The NBA has already postponed the game between the Milwaukee Bucks and New Orleans Pelicans due to a snowstorm. But the Bucks' game on Thursday against the Miami Heat, which will be on national TV, is also in jeopardy, according to Andscape's Marc J. Spears. The Bucks are reportedly "having trouble getting out of New Orleans," which was covered in a about a foot of snow because of the winter storm.
Lauri Markkanen on tanking: ‘It sucks’
It’s safe to assume that the Utah Jazz are tanking. Points made: 13,9 Accuracy: 35,8% Place in standings: 11 Record max: 22 Record min: 7 Most made 3FGs: Lauri Markkanen They’ve sat healthy players, and players with injuries they’d normally play through remain sidelined. It doesn’t look like they’ll make the playoffs this year, either. Tanking could be the right move for Utah, but what does their star say about it?
Knicks Star Agrees To Surprise Benching In Blowout Loss
Nothing went right for the New York Knicks Saturday night in their 121-106 loss to the Utah Jazz. Their four-game losing streak was snapped almost from the minute of tip-off as the Knicks struggled from the field offensively. Defensively, things went poorly as well thanks to the Jazz shooting over 50% from the field and beyond the arc. While no one really played well for New York, one player in particularly struggled on all phases of the game. Mikal Bridges.
Knicks Coach Reveals Brutally Frank Opinion As Offense Takes The Night Off
Tom Thibodeau has always been known as a hard-nosed head coach wherever he has been with a penchant for building strong defenses. It's what makes the start for the New York Knicks that much more startling. New York's 121-106 loss to the Utah Jazz highlighted the growing reality of the Knicks' struggling defense. New York has been one of the worst defensive units through efficiency grades to start the 2024 season.
Knicks Bench Provides Important Spark For Future Plans
In 2023, the New York Knicks were seen as one of the deepest teams in basketball thanks to their lethal offense and physical defense. In 2024, the same depth that the Knicks enjoyed the year prior during their playoff run has been gutted greatly due to free agency and offseason trades. Whether it was free agent losses to Isaiah Hartenstein, or trades of Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo, the Knicks have lost plenty of pieces to their once strong bench.
Knicks Struggles Reaching Alarming Status?
It's no secret what has kept the New York Knicks from hitting their true potential to start the 2024 season so far. Defense. Once seen as a top unit across the league, the Knicks have struggled for most of this season to this point. They are near the bottom in most defensive efficiency categories while integrating new faces like Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges into the fold. That was clear in their 121-106 blowout loss to the Utah Jazz on Saturday.
Dave Boling: A little reminder as Gonzaga basketball heads to the Bahamas -- former guard Quentin Hall can still sizzle
As the story goes, the temperature that day was 95 degrees with 90% humidity - so hot that the outdoor, blacktop court on Grand Bahama Island radiated heat waves as if it were a mirage. A young assistant coach from the United States sat on the steaming sidelines, dressed professionally - blazer, long-sleeved shirt, tie. Everything in order, except for being almost comically drenched in perspiration.
No. 25 Washington State takes on Oregon State season’s only Pac-12 Conference game
Fourth quarter 11:09 - WSU 38, OSU 31: Al-Uqdah makes the play of the game for the WSU defense, he picks off Gulbranson and runs it back for a 29-yard touchdown. Can't be understated how big that is for the Cougars defense, after a lackluster performance today. 12:04 - OSU 31, WSU 31: Mateer run in for a 4-yard touchdown on his fifth straight carry of the drive. WSU's QB doing everything to win this game, he has 221 yards passing with two touchdowns and 64 yards rushing with two more touchdowns.
Brad Marchand helps Bruins add to Red Wings’ recent struggles
Brad Marchand scored the go-ahead goal with 8:30 remaining in the game as the visiting Boston Bruins topped the Detroit Red Wings 2-1 on Saturday night. Justin Brazeau had a power-play goal for the Bruins, and Jeremy Swayman made 18 saves. Lucas Raymond scored for Detroit, which has lost four of its past five games. Cam Talbot made 27 saves. Dylan Larkin assisted on Raymond's goal, giving him 300 career assists. He's the 15th Red Wings player to reach 300 assists.
Utah slams Pittsburgh despite Sidney Crosby’s 600th goal
Dylan Guenther scored twice and added an assist, leading the Utah Hockey Club to a 6-1 victory over the host Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night. Jack McBain, Mikhail Sergachev, Nick Bjugstad, and Alexander Kerfoot also scored for Utah, which snapped a three-game losing streak. Clayton Keller had three assists while Nick Schmaltz, Michael Carcone and Logan Cooley added two helpers each. Karel Vejmelka made 27 saves for his first career victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins.
JSerra boys water polo halts Newport Harbor’s undefeated run to claim SoCal regional title
Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe now WALNUT — As JSerra senior Taylor Bell raced for the second-half sprint Saturday, he sliced through the water with extra motivation. He thought about the Lions’ undefeated boys water polo team last season. Bell and his teammates didn’t want Newport Harbor to finish with a similar unblemished record.
Bill Belichick, Girlfriend Spark Reacton on College Football Sideline
Earlier Saturday afternoon NFL insider Dianna Russini dropped a few nuggets about where former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick might land next season - if he returns to coaching. "In a recent episode of the ‘Scoop City' podcast, my co-host Chase Daniel and I discussed the possibility of Belichick taking over Jacksonville in 2025, should Doug Pederson get fired," Russini wrote.
ESPN Announces ‘College GameDay’ Location for Week 14
The ESPN "College GameDay" crew was in Columbus, Ohio, in Week 13, covering a matchup between the No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes and No. 5 Indiana Hoosiers. As the "College GameDay" panel turns the page into Week 14, fans questioned where the show would be for what is the final weekend of the regular season for a majority of college football teams.
Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs. Southampton: Premier League
Liverpool returns to Premier League action against Southampton, but Arne Slot's side is still without some of its best players. Liverpool went into the November international break atop the Premier League standings with 28 points, five points clear of Manchester City. The Reds face a tough schedule as they get back to domestic play, though, with four matches coming in 11 days. A trip to St. Mary's Stadium is up first before Liverpool takes on Real Madrid, City and Newcastle United.
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The upset that shook the Big 12 unfolded at Arrowhead Stadium on Saturday, where Kansas toppled No. 16 Colorado 37-21, ending the Buffaloes' four-game win streak and putting their conference title hopes in jeopardy. Kansas' Ground Game Wreaks Havoc The Jayhawks ran wild against a Colorado defense that had no answer for Devin Neal. The senior running back delivered a historic performance with 207 rushing yards, 80 receiving yards, and four total touchdowns.
Desmond Howard Brings Sack Lunch to Avoid Supporting Columbus, Ohio Restaurants on College Gameday
The popular College Gameday television show found itself in Columbus, Ohio on Saturday for the Big Ten's top five showdown between No. 2 Ohio State and No. 5 Indiana. Also present was Desmond Howard, the former Michigan Wolverines Heisman Trophy winner and Green Bay Packers Super Bowl MVP who made a name for himself by striking the Heisman pose in a winning effort against the Buckeyes.
Knicks Buried By Lauri Markkanen, Jazz In 121-106 Romp Original
The New York Knicks have looked unstoppable through their four-game winning streak with an offense that can overwhelm even the best groups in basketball. That offense was non-existent for most of Saturday evening's contest in Utah, though. New York was blitzed early and often by the upstart Jazz with Lauri Markkanen totaling a game-high 34 points in a 121-106 loss for the Knicks in the second game of their current road trip.
NBA DFS Preview: DraftKings DFS Picks & Lineups for Wednesday, 11/20
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NBA DFS Preview: DraftKings DFS Picks & Lineups for Monday, 11/18
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NBA DFS Preview: DraftKings DFS Picks & Lineups for Friday, 11/8
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NBA Best Bets & Player Props February 2: Bam Adebayo takes on the Wizards
In the poetic words made popular by legendary DJ/music performer, Fred Durst, ‘Keep rollin’ rollin’ rollin’ rollin’ (uh)!’ That is exactly what Fantasy Alarm NBA Best Bets is doing, with SIX correct bets in row. No need to stop now, let the good times roll, there are ten NBA games today, only one of which is nationally televised, the Golden State Warriors at Memphis Grizzlies.
Underdog Fantasy NBA Top Picks & Plays, Featuring Trae Young - Feb 2, 2024
We are getting down on a Friday here at Fantasy Alarm when it comes to our Underdog Fantasy NBA pick'em plays. This 10 game slate is full of high scoring matchups which means plenty opportunities to make some money tonight over on Underdog Fantasy with our Underdog Fantasy NBA pick’em top plays.
NBA DFS Show DraftKings Daily Fantasy Basketball Preview January 16
NBA DFS Strategy & DraftKings Top Picks 1/16 We have a three-game NBA DFS main slate on Tuesday, January 16th, on DraftKings and FanDuel. We have elite options that are hitting the floor with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Domantas Sabonis, Joel Embiid, and Nikola Jokic playing. Let's dive into the NBA DFS podcast for 1/16 and break down our top NBA DFS plays of the day.
NBA Best Bets & Player Props January 14: Bruce Brown Returns To Denver
What a smashing success yesterday was, three of three with a 3.64 unit gain. As difficult as it is to imagine, the NBA season is entering the last week of the first half of the season. The sportsbooks are dialing in their algorithm as yesterday’s teased bet of Oklahoma City Thunder and Milwaukee Bucks were within 0.5 points of their projection… exactly what the sportsbooks want. Hence why we teased down to cover the hook and some.
Lauri Markkanen wants to be a member of the Utah Jazz and does not want to be traded
There continues to be chatter around the future of Lauri Markkanen with the Utah Jazz, chatter the Finnish superstar doesn't want to hear. While everyone is thinking about the trades that it would take to land Markkanen in some type of trade, it's worth noting that seemingly none in the Jazz fandom want the team to move Markkanen. Many in the front office don't want it either and are simply saying there's a number that can be achieved if a team really wants him.
Bettor Hockey Now December 20th: BHN Holiday Gifts For NHL Players & Teams
Bettor Hockey Now is your weekly home for NHL News, fantasy hockey, and betting discussion. In this week’s episode, Adam Bernard, Anthony Rivera & Christopher Morais do a season-in-review to this point with some holiday style.
College Basketball DFS Playbook December 21: Top DraftKings CBB DFS Picks
Thursday night's college basketball DFS schedule brings us an 8-game slate on DraftKings starting up at 6 pm ET with Kentucky vs Louisville. It's not the best CBB DFS slate, but we still have plenty of interesting matchups and power conference teams in action. Kansas State, San Diego State, and Oregon are a few of those teams with players in our CBB DFS top picks and value plays tonight.
NBA Best Bets & Player Props December 19: Ja Morant Returns for the Memphis Grizzlies Against New Orleans
Two out of three correctly last night, and once again Nikola Jokic did not play the fourth quarter, a brutal way to lose a bet. It was still a positive day yesterday, thanks to the double unit on Paul George who delivered against his former team. Today there are four games with a doubleheader on TNT. Ja Morant makes his return to the NBA as the Memphis Grizzlies play the New Orleans Pelicans with a 7:30 PM ET tip-off. There is a prop bet on Morant tonight against the Grizzlies Divisional opponent.
Finland v Australia boxscore
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Destaque da NBA perde premiação por estar cumprindo serviço militar obrigatório
A NBA divulgou na noite dessa segunda-feira (24) uma das premiações individuais da temporada. Lauri Markkanen, ala-pivô do Utah Jazz, foi eleito o jogador que mais evoluiu da última para a atual temporada. O curioso é que o jogador não está nos Estados Unidos para receber o prêmio, e sim na Finlândia para cumprir um dever civil: o serviço militar obrigatório. Ao ficar sabendo da premiação, Markkanen reagiu com bom humor. Leia mais GOAT?
Lauri Markkanen is why the MIP award exists
With the Finland and Utah Jazz superstar picking up a much deserved NBA Most Improved Player award, Emmet Ryan on the inevitable rise of Markkamania The timing felt like everything. On the eve of EuroBasket, Lauri Markkanen’s time in Cleveland was over and he was being shipped to Salt Lake City as the Utah Jazz blew it all up and went full rebuild mode. Right then, in early September, whatever fire needed to be stoked went from embers to a sea of flames that could be seen across continents.
Lauri Markkanen scores 43, rallies Utah Jazz to overtime win over Oklahoma City Thunder
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Lauri Markkanen hit three free throws with 4.6 seconds left in overtime to give Utah the lead and finished with 43 points and 10 rebounds as the Jazz beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 120-119 on Thursday night. Markkanen scored 18 points in the fourth quarter, helping the Jazz rally from a nine-point deficit early in the period. Walker Kessler tipped in a layup with 4.6 seconds remaining to force overtime. Jordan Clarkson added 24 points and six assists for Utah.
Markkanen the highlight of Europe’s stunning NBA All Star haul
While certainly not the most celebrated name among the five Europeans to make the NBA All Star game, given the context of where he is now in his career there’s no doubt that Lauri Markkanen’s selection is the most important amongst players from this continent There are many good and fun debates in European basketball right now. Who’s the best player on the planet? Giannis Antetokounmpo or Nikola Jokic.
Jazz hold off late rally, beat Doncic-less Mavericks - TSN.ca
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Lauri Markkanen scored 29 points, Malik Beasley added 19 and the Utah Jazz took advantage of Dallas star Luka Doncic's absence to beat the Mavericks 108-100 on Saturday night. Doncic sat out because of a sprained left ankle. Jordan Clarkson added 14 points for Utah, and Walker Kessler had 14 points, 11 rebounds, and five blocks. Spencer Dinwiddie had 35 points and eight assists for Dallas.
Lauri Markkanen returns to help Utah Jazz to win over Los Angeles Clippers
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Lauri Markkanen had 34 points and 12 rebounds to help the Utah Jazz beat the short-handed Los Angeles Clippers 126-103 on Wednesday night. Markkanen returned after missing two games because of a bruised hip. He made six 3-pointers and had his 11th game with at least 30 points this season. Markkanen made his mark close to the basket and around the perimeter, including a ferocious dunk over Ivica Zubac followed by a 3-pointer to give Utah a 78-62 lead in the third quarter.
Pep Guardiola angry with Kalvin Phillips?!
Kalvin Phillips surprised many after returning from the World Cup. Phillips came back overweight, and of course Pep Guardiola was angry about that. He wants players in his team who are ready. “He wants to change his mind about the way he is going to play and it will maybe be a good lesson for him for the future. A footballer has to be perfect over 12 months, perfect. Even on holidays, he has to be perfect.
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