Author Archives: Tony Hoops
Rumor: Dwight Howard Considering Golden State Warriors
According to the Long Beach Press-Telegram, Dwight Howard is considering the Warriors, Mavericks, Rockets, Hawks and the Lakers. With the outburst of Stephen Curry, who is now recognized as a superstar, it is no surprise to hear that Dwight Howard has interest in the Golden State Warriors. Another factor that may convince Superman to take [...]
Carmelo Has Partially Torn Labrum, May Need Surgery
According to reports, Carmelo Anthony has a partially torn labrum in his left shoulder. He managed to play 12 playoff games despite the injured left shoulder. The Knicks are hoping surgery won’t be required, but reports say that it is a possibility. If ‘Melo decides to have surgery on his injured left shoulder, he would need three [...]
Cavs Win NBA Lottery
The Cleveland Cavaliers have won the 2013 NBA Draft Lottery, which was hosted moments ago in Times Square, New York. The Orlando Magic came in second place, with the Wizards at third. Washington, who was projected to have the eight pick, moved up to the third spot. 1. Cleveland Cavaliers 2. Orlando Magic 3. Washington Wizards [...]
Rumor: Chris Paul And Dwight Howard Might Head To ATL
According to Mark Heisler from Lakers Nation, Paul and Howard could end up as teammates in Atlanta. The Atlanta Hawks could open up enough cap space for two maximum contracts, and possibly re-sign Josh Smith afterwards. Dwight Howard is known to be good friends with Chris Paul, and also grew up with Atlanta’s Josh Smith. [...]
Clippers Fire Vinny Del Negro
The Clippers have fired Vinny Del Negro, according to Adrian Wojnarowski from Yahoo! Sports. The firing came about three weeks after the Clippers lost to the Grizzlies (4-2) in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. Vinny Del Negro lead the Clippers to a 56-26 record during the 2012/13 NBA season, but his Clippers were eliminated [...]
Clippers To Pursue David West
According to ESPN, the Clippers are expected to “make a hard run” at Indiana’s David West. The 32-year-old Power Forward can definitely have a fatter paycheck if he decides to stick with the Pacers, but playing with Chris Paul once again may be a big enough reason for the veteran to consider a pay cut. [...]
Dwight Was “Frustrated” With D’Antoni
According to ESPNLosAngeles.com, Dwight Howard expressed his frustration with Coach D’Antoni during his meeting with Mitch Kupchak of the Los Angeles Lakers. According to reports, Dwight Howard felt like D’Antoni only looked to Bryant and Nash for leadership and suggestions, and left Dwight Howard out of the picture. Recent rumors claim that Howard has a [...]
Rumor: Dwight Strongly Considering Rockets
According to Ken Berger from CBS Sports, the Houston Rockets are the team that intrigues Dwight Howard the most. Via CBSSports: “With six weeks to go before Howard becomes an unrestricted free agent, the team that is said to intrigue him the most is the Houston Rockets, according to multiple people briefed on internal conversations surrounding [...]
J.R. Smith Wants To Retire A Knick
In an interview with NYDailyNews, Smith expressed his love for New York, and desire to retire as a Knick. “I want to retire a Knick. I don’t want to go anywhere else,” Smith said. “I love my teammates, I love my coaches. I was standing in the locker room looking at my jersey after the [...]
Lakers Trying To Trade For Lottery Pick
According to Sam Amico from Fox Sports, the Lakers are looking to trade Pau Gasol in exchange for a solid draft pick and youth. Gasol, being a top-five power forward in the league, has a ton of value due to his $19 million expiring contract. If the Lakers trade him for a draft pick, it is [...]
Kobe Bryant Has A “Surprise Announcement”
According to Kobe Bryant via Facebook, he will have a surprise announcement tomorrow on “Sports Spectacular“, around 9:45 PM EDT. Kobe’s exact post reads: “You won’t want to miss the Sports Spectacular Livestream Sunday #mambavideo #surprise #announcement” Bryant, who went down with an achilles injury just days before the NBA playoffs, has the basketball nation dying with curiosity after [...]