It was a wild day in the NBA.
All-Star point guard Chris Paul was traded to the Houston Rockets and legendary head coach Phil Jackson was fired as the president of the New York Knicks.
Certainly, Portland's move — trading Tim Quarterman to the Rockets for cash considerations — is something nobody would...
The NBA has suspended its season indefinitely after two Utah Jazz players tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19).
In a statement, the NBA said it was suspending play until further notice and would use the hiatus to determine the next steps for moving forward.
Utah star center Rudy Gobert tested positive...
Despite playing just four games in the short playoff series, the Utah Jazz and Golden State Warriors sure provided some memorable moments.
Before the series even began, jabs started flying as Golden State players said they were pulling for the Clippers to win the series against the Jazz because of...
He did it!
Russell "Triple-Double" Westbrook was named the 2016-17 Most Valuable Player Monday Night at the NBA's inaugural awards show.
The 6-foot-3 point guard had truly one of the most remarkable seasons in NBA history as he led Oklahoma City to the playoffs, broke Oscar Robertson's record for most triple-doubles in...
The NBA made major changes last month to its All-Star voting format.
For the first time in league history, NBA players, basketball media members and fans will determine the Eastern and Western conference startersin next month's game in New Orleans.
The move was to help balance out the annual dilemma of...
With the ability to go viral, for good or for worse, the NBA has been cracking down on teams for its social media behavior.
Yes, they are looking at you Sacramento.
The Kings, who are known for their tongue-in-cheek behavior on social media, are one of the reasons why the NBA...
Despite being the top two teams in the NBA, the series between the Houston Rockets and the Golden State Warriors has been lopsided with blowout victories through the first three games.
However, game four brought all the drama NBA fans had been waiting for. And, in the end, it was...
With the NBA season just around the corner and the preseason just a few weeks away in September, I decided to catch up with former Utah Jazz players and see where they are at in their careers. Where is your favorite former Jazzman currently playing?
Carlos Arroyo (2003-05)
A ten-year NBA...
In a new special series, I’ll be ranking each major professional sports franchise (MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, MLS, etc.) in each of the states with at least two teams.
The teams will be ranked by the amount of success they’ve had in their current market, not accounting for previous locations...
There have been many successful athletes that have come through the Beehive State that have turned into decorated professionals. In my four-part series, I’ll dive into the top 20 athletes from each school: University of Utah, BYU, Utah State, and a combined list from other Utah schools.
In this series,...
As you could imagine, Gordon Hayward got a cold reception Friday night when he made his returned to Utah.
From the moment he stepped on the court, fans made sure to let Hayward know that he wasn't welcome after leaving the franchise high and dry two years ago via free...
The Toronto Raptors made NBA history Thursday night as the franchise won its first-ever NBA championship with a 114-110 win over the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena.
The Raptors, making its first-ever NBA Finals appearance spoiled Golden State's run as the Warriors were making their fifth-straight appearance in the...
The Golden State Warriors are going back to the Finals for the fourth consecutive year.
Kevin Durant scored a game-high 34 points and Steph Curry nearly had a triple-double with 27 points, 10 assists, nine rebounds as the Warriors took down the Houston Rockets, 101-92 to take Game 7 of...
Thank you Charles Barkley.
With all the recent attention surrounding Colin Kaepernick's decision not to stand for the national anthem, Barkley restored some order in the world by making a special trip to spend time with TNT colleague Craig Sager, who is undergoing his third bone marrow transplant in his...
The NBA Draft usually brings plenty of surprises, but not this year!
The Spurs took France center and generational prospect Victor Wembanyama with the No. 1 overall pick. There was no suspense as whoever had the top pick was going to draft Wembanyama -- arguably the best prospect since leBron...
The Sacramento Kings haven't won a lot of games this season, but when they do, they sure know how to celebrate.
Arron Afflalo nailed a 3-pointer with 17.3 seconds left in overtime as the Sacramento Kings rallied for a 116-112 come-from-behind road victory Wednesday night over the slumping Cleveland Cavaliers.
LeBron James...
The NBA Draft always brings plenty of surprises and this year was no different.
It started with the first pick as the Orlando Magic selected Paolo Banchero, a 6-foot-10 forward from Duke University. This was a surprise as most pundits expected Jabari Smith of Auburn to go first. Instead, Smith...
The NBA Draft Lottery never disappoints and that was certainly the case Tuesday night as the New Orleans Pelicans were awarded the No. 1 overall pick.
It was the first time in franchise history that the Pelicans have the No. 1 pick. New Orleans had just a six percent chance...
History was made Thursday night in "The Garden."
LeBron James scored 35 points and passed Michael Jordan as the NBA's all-time playoff leading scorer as the Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Boston Celtics 135-102 to claim their third straight Eastern Conference title and another trip to the NBA Finals.
The 4-1 series-clinching...
Growing up, Donovan Mitchell loved watching the NBA Slam Dunk contest. Watching the likes of Vince Carter, Blake Griffin, Zach LaVine and Aaron Gordon, Mitchell always dreamed of being on the big stage.
Despite an impressive rookie season — winning numerous awards and the odds on favorite to win the...
50 years later, the Milwaukee Bucks are NBA champions again.
Led by Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Bucks held on for a thrilling 105-98 home victory over the Phoenix Suns, taking the series 4-2.
With the Larry O’Brien Trophy in one arm and the NBA Finals MVP trophy in the other, Antetokounmpo couldnt'...
Jimmer Fredette just seems to win MVP honors wherever he goes.
During his senior season at BYU, Fredette captivated the nation as he went on to win both the Naismith and Associated Press Player of the Year awards. The sharpshooter led BYU to the Sweet 16 his senior season and...
Jerry Sloan, who spent a majority of his coaching career with the Utah Jazz, passed away on Friday. He was 78 years old.
The Hall of Fame basketball coach died from complications from Parkinson's disease and Lewy body dementia, which he had revealed diagnoses for in April 2016.
“Jerry Sloan will...
In a new special series, I’ll be ranking each major professional sports franchise (MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, MLS, etc.) in each of the states with at least two teams.
The teams will be ranked by the amount of success they’ve had in their current market, not accounting for previous locations...
It's time to retire those "Warriors blew a 3-1 lead" memes.
The Golden State Warriors are back on top after winning its second NBA title in three years Monday night at Oracle Arena. The Warriors took down the Cleveland Cavaliers, 129-120, to take the series 4-1.
Here's how social media reacted to...
The trilogy has been set.
The Cleveland Cavaliers look to defend their NBA title on Thursday with a third straight matchup against the Golden State Warriors. LeBron James is also making history with his seventh consecutive NBA Finals appearance.
But while the action on the hardwood will wait until Thursday, fans...
Gordon Hayward has a big decision ahead of himself after he declined his $16.7 million player option on Thursday to become an unrestricted free agent.
After making his first All-Star appearance this year, the 6-foot-8 swingman made a smart move for himself by declining his option in order to get a...
For the first time in franchise history, the Toronto Raptors are NBA Champions!
Led by Kyle Lowry's double-double (26 points and 10 assists) as well as 26 points from Pascal Siakam and 22 points from Kawhi Leonard, the Raptors took down the Golden State Warriors, 114-110, at Oracle Arena to...
The NBA Playoffs are here with sixteen teams advancing to the postseason for a shot at winning an NBA title.
Unfortunately, because of the old and outdated system the league uses — with eight teams coming from both the Western and Eastern Conferences — not always will the TRUE top...
After an outstanding rookie season for the Utah Jazz, Donovan Mitchell is adding more hardware to his trophy case.
On Wednesday night Mitchell received the 2018 ESPY Award for Best Breakthrough Athlete, his third award received this offseason after being selected as the NBA Players Choice Rookie of the Year...