As the effects of the overturning of Roe v. Wade ripple throughout the nation, notable professional athletes and teams speak out while many remain silent. There’s an intersection between social justice and sports not because people are changing, but because platforms are. In 1969, Olympic gold medalist Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their fists
Golden State Warriors center Kevon Looney. (Ezra Shaw/Pool Photo-USA TODAY Sports) The Golden State Warriors didn’t have a ton to do in the NBA Draft after winning the title. Now that it’s done, they do have work to do in the offseason. Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green restored the Warriors dynasty this year
Jaden Ivey is continuing his family legacy in Detroit, as he was selected with the fifth-overall pick by the Pistons in the NBA Draft. The NBA Draft saw 58 prospects achieve their dreams of playing professional basketball. For Purdue guard Jaden Ivey, he had the chance to achieve his dream and continue his family’s sports
Shareef O’Neal, son of Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal, has agreed to play in the Summer League for the Los Angeles Lakers. The 2022 NBA Draft arrived on June 23, and one of the names of interest that was not Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren or Jabari Smith Jr. was Shareef O’Neal, the son of Hall
Montverde Academy’s Dariq Whitehead (0) reacts after forcing a turnover during the second half of the GEICO Nationals quarterfinal between AZ Compass Prep (Ariz.) and Montverde Academy (Fla.), Thursday, March 31, 2022, at Suncoast Credit Union Arena in Fort Myers, Fla.Montverde Academy defeated AZ Compass Prep 72-63.GEICO Nationals 2022: AZ Compass Prep (Ariz.) vs. Montverde
The New York Knicks made two trades in the NBA Draft night, and fans Stephen A. Smith and Spike Lee went through all of the emotions. It is the NBA Draft, which means that New York Knicks fans are bracing themselves for disappointment. But the Knicks decided that this year, they sent the fanbase through
Adrian Wojnarowski didn’t make any friends on NBA Draft night when he whiffed on the first three picks and spoiled the No. 1 overall selection. Usually, a Woj Bomb is unimpeachable. When ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski says to expect something to happen in the NBA world, it does. That wasn’t the case on Thursday as a
As NBA rumors swirl around Kyrie Irving and the Nets, could a trade to the Los Angeles Lakers actually materialize for the star guard? Kyrie Irving and the Nets may be heading for a break up, which means the Nets and at least one other team could be heading for a huge shake up. What
Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Saints: Alvin Kamara bracing for major NFL suspension by Mark Powell NBA rumors: Blockbuster Lakers-Nets trade for Kyrie Irving that would melt everyone’s brain by Alicia de Artola The Orlando Magic shocked the world by taking Duke’s Paolo Banchero with the first-overall pick of the 2022 NBA Draft. The Orlando Magic
It’s NBA Draft night which means the trades winds will be whirling and deals will be made that alter the future of franchises all over the league. Like a tree falling in the forest when no one is around to hear it, is it truly the NBA Draft without an onslaught of trades? Perhaps more
Auburn Tigers forward Jabari Smith speak during a press conference before the second round of the 2022 NCAA tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C., on Saturday, March 19, 2022. Arch Manning chooses Texas over Georgia, Ole Miss and others by Matt Verderame Twitter goes wild over Arch Manning to Texas Longhorns by
New reports indicate that the Philadelphia 76ers are willing to give up Matisse Thybulle and the No. 23 pick for Miami Heat forward P.J. Tucker. When the Philadelphia 76ers lost out to the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, Jimmy Butler made sure to remind Philadelphia of what they were missing. “Tobias Harris over
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. Player comparisons are an inevitable part of the NBA Draft conversation, a handy shorthand for communicating a large amount of information about a player’s physical tools, skills, possible NBA
Unknown date; Atlanta, GA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Los Angeles Lakers center Wilt Chamberlain (13) is defended by Atlanta Hawks center Walt Bellamy (8) during the 1972-73 season at The Omni. Mandatory Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports The Long Two: How Jayson Tatum and the Celtics can get better this offseason by Ben Ladner A new
The Portland Trail Blazers acquired Pistons forward Jerami Grant the day before the 2022 NBA Draft, and didn’t give up much in immediate assets. Grant has flourished in his time with the Pistons, in part due to the saying, “Well, someone has to score.” But Grant is a capable wing, and has been on the
The latest intriguing Lakers rumors have LeBron James talking to Nets star Kyrie Irving behind the scenes about a reunion in Los Angeles. Could LeBron James and Kyrie Irving really hook back up with the Lakers? That’s the talk around the internet right now as Irving’s contract dispute with the Nets continues. Marc Stein reported
You can’t blame the Lakers for trying but it’s no surprise the Pacers weren’t interested in the questionable Russell Westbrook trade package they offered. The Los Angeles Lakers have been signaling their willingness to keep Russell Westbrook into next season but that may be, in part, because they have precious few options for moving him.
The NBA playoffs have come and gone, but an important question remains: What are the top 10 power dunks of the 2021-22 playoffs? The NBA’s 75th Anniversary season has drawn to a close with the Golden State Warriors hoisting their fourth Larry O’Brien trophy in the last eight years, the last team standing once again
May 25, 2022; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) talks with guard Duncan Robinson (55) during the fourth quarter of game five of the 2022 eastern conference finals against the Miami Heat at FTX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-USA TODAY Sports The Heat came up just short against the Celtics in this
The Charlotte Hornets might make some moves ahead of the 2022 NBA Draft before hiring their next head coach because that is just who they are as a basketball franchise right now. After being left at the altar by Golden State Warriors assistant Kenny Atkinson, the Charlotte Hornets are not only soldiering on in their long-drawn-out coaching
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