Mohammad Asif Ansari

Donovan Mitchell dropped 26 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers secured their NBA playoff berth with a gritty 112-107 win over the Miami Heat on Wednesday. Cleveland’s 11-game winning streak was in jeopardy late in the fourth quarter when Miami surged ahead by seven. But the Cavs rallied in the final minutes, sealing their 12th straight victory and a ticket to the postseason. With 20 games left in the regular season, Cleveland (52-10) remains in firm control of the Eastern Conference. Shooting guard Mitchell was one of six Cavs to score in double figures, leading a balanced attack against a short-handed…

LeBron James has cemented his legacy with five NBA records that may never be broken: 50,000 career points (regular season and playoffs combined), 8,000 playoff points, 21 All-Star selections, 20 All-NBA Team honors, and Finals MVP awards with three different franchises. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar made history Tuesday night, becoming the first player to reach 50,000 combined points during the Lakers’ 136-115 win over the New Orleans Pelicans at Crypto.com Arena. James hit the milestone in the first half, finishing with 34 points, while teammate Luka Dončić added 30 points and 15 assists. The arena’s video board flashed the…

The Dallas Mavericks endured a rough night on Monday, March 3, 2025, falling 122-98 at home to the Sacramento Kings. The game was marred by injuries, with Kyrie Irving exiting in the first quarter due to a knee issue and Jaden Hardy suffering an ankle sprain. Despite the setbacks, newly signed two-way player Kai Jones provided a spark, scoring a career-high 21 points in his Mavericks debut. A former Texas Longhorn, Jones was brought in to bolster the team’s frontcourt depth after injuries to key big men. The Mavericks signed him after waiving center Kylor Kelley, per the NBA G…

Luka Dončić, now with the Los Angeles Lakers, has made headlines for both his on-court brilliance and various transactions and disciplinary actions throughout his NBA career. Drafted by the Atlanta Hawks in 2018, Dončić was traded to the Dallas Mavericks on draft night for Trae Young and a 2019 first-round pick (#10 Cam Reddish). After six seasons in Dallas, he was dealt to the NBA legend LeBron James’ Lakers in a three-team trade on Feb. 2, 2025. Dončić, 26, is playing on a five-year, $215.16 million designated rookie extension, fully guaranteed, with an average annual salary of $43.03 million. In…

LeBron James, the Los Angeles Lakers’ star power forward, continues to command top-tier contracts in the NBA. The four-time champion, who turned 40 on Dec. 30, is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in league history. James, the No. 1 overall pick in 2003, has amassed over $528 million in career earnings. In July 2024, he signed a two-year, $101.36 million maximum contract with the Lakers, which includes full guarantees, a no-trade clause, and a 15% trade kicker, according to Spotrac. The deal, signed using Bird Rights, features a player option for the 2025-26 season. For 2024-25, his…

Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry suffered a right ankle injury during Monday night’s 119-101 victory over the Charlotte Hornets. While the win marked the Warriors’ sixth in seven games, Curry’s injury has raised concerns, given his history with ankle issues. Curry rolled his ankle after stepping on Nick Smith Jr.’s foot but managed to stay in the game. He finished with 21 points, 10 assists, and three rebounds, becoming the fourth-oldest player in NBA history to record consecutive games with at least 20 points and 10 assists. However, he was seen limping postgame, adding to fans’ worries. When asked…

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving sustained a left knee sprain during Monday’s game against the Sacramento Kings. The injury occurred in the first quarter when Irving drove between defenders DeMar DeRozan and Jonas Valančiūnas. He fell awkwardly, immediately grabbing his left knee and remaining on the court for several minutes. DeRozan was called for a reach-in foul on the play. Despite the injury, Irving stayed in to sink both free throws before being helped to the locker room. He was ruled out for the remainder of the game. According to CBS Sports, Mavericks coach Jason Kidd updated post-game: “Just unlucky,”…

Luka Dončić powered the Lakers to their sixth consecutive victory, leading them past the LA Clippers 108-102 on Sunday night. He set the tone early, finishing the first quarter with 12 points and three rebounds to help Los Angeles take a 34-30 lead. Dončić delivered a stellar all-around performance, logging 37 minutes and contributing 29 points, six rebounds, nine assists, and two steals. He shot 9-of-17 from the field, 5-of-12 from three, and 6-of-9 from the free-throw line, finishing with a game-high +19. Luka Dončić leads LAL to their 6th straight win!⭐️ 29 PTS (52.9 FG%)⭐️ 9 AST⭐️ 6 REB⭐️…

With high stakes for the Phoenix Suns, major changes could be on the horizon—especially regarding the future of Kevin Durant. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, real shifts may occur if the Suns fail to make a deep playoff run. Speaking on The NBA Countdown on Saturday, Charania reported: “The stakes are high, unless there’s a significant run here into the playoffs for the Phoenix Suns, league sources believe that there will be real changes in Phoenix coming to the Suns,” Charania said. “From a roster standpoint, that likely starts with Kevin Durant” Shams:"The stakes are high, unless there's a significant…

The NBA has seen its share of fiery exchanges, with 5 unforgettable moments involving some of the game’s biggest names. These episodes of player-coach rifts featured Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Shaquille O’Neal, Latrell Sprewell, and Goga Bitadze. #1 Kobe Bryant’s “Killer Death Stare” (2012) Kobe Bryant’s infamous “Death Stare” at Lakers coach Mike Brown became an instant viral moment after L.A.’s loss to the Jazz in November 2012. Late in the game, cameras captured a visibly frustrated Bryant sitting on the bench, his piercing glare directed at Brown. The clip quickly spread across social media, earning the nickname “Kobe Death…