Golden State Warriors visit the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night, in the Pacific division's derby. Things would be much different if it weren't for Klay Thomspon's injury, but in this situation, the Lakers are the absolute favorites. Hosts have five consecutive victories, while on the other side, the … Read More... about NBA: Golden State Warriors vs. LA Lakers Preview, Odds, Prediction
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Bradley Beal After Dropping 60 in Loss: “I’m Mad”
Bradley Beal scored 60 points against the Philadelphia 76ers, setting a career-high, but his Washington Wizards lost the game, 141-136. After the game, he would show massive frustration, admitting that he doesn't enjoy setting records while losing. Over the past two years, the Wizards were a mediocre franchise, far away from the playoffs. During that time, Beal became the … [Read more...] about Bradley Beal After Dropping 60 in Loss: “I’m Mad”
Houston Rockets and Washington Wizards Exchange Russell Westbrook and John Wall
The Houston Rockets and Washington Wizards made a massive trade this Wednesday night, exchanging two superstars, Russell Westbrook and John Wall. It is a deal that was mentioned before, but didn't have the media hype as some other possible trade options, especially in Westbrook's case. Houston sent the former MVP in exchange for Wall and a lottery-protected first 2023 … [Read more...] about Houston Rockets and Washington Wizards Exchange Russell Westbrook and John Wall
Los Angeles Lakers Win Game 2 vs. Houston Rockets, 117-109
LA Lakers gambled with a certain win at one point, but eventually, they defeated the Houston Rockets in Game 2 of the Western Conference semis, 117-109. The purple and gold had a 21-point lead during the second period while entering the final sequence with a two-point deficit. It took some grinding, but they would eventually outpower the Rockets to snatch a very important … [Read more...] about Los Angeles Lakers Win Game 2 vs. Houston Rockets, 117-109
Houston Rockets Shock LA Lakers, Take Game 1, 112-97
Los Angeles Lakers once again lost the opening game of their playoff series, this time against the Houston Rockets, 112-97. The purple and gold didn't look good at all, and that eventually resulted in a defeat, their third consecutive against the Rockets this season. "I don't think we played as hard as we could and that falls on nobody's shoulders but our own," said Alex … [Read more...] about Houston Rockets Shock LA Lakers, Take Game 1, 112-97
Harden Plays Defense, Houston Wins the Series Against OKC Thunder, 104-102
The Houston Rockets managed to edge out Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7 of their series and advance to the West semifinals. Rockets would win this one 104-102. This game was very intense, with the finish that saw James Harden playing defense, Danilo Gallinari missing a free-throw, a bad inbound pass which secured Houston's win. A true playoff thriller. "I've been around a … [Read more...] about Harden Plays Defense, Houston Wins the Series Against OKC Thunder, 104-102
Chris Paul Leads OKC to Game 7, Thunder Beat Houston Rockets 104-100
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Houston Rockets series came down to Game 7 following OKC's 104-100 win tonight. Once again, the boys in blue managed to come back and erase the deficit in the series, and that happened because of two persons - Chris Paul and Russell Westbrook. The first one was leading the Thunder to a comeback after a deficit they had in the third sequence. Paul … [Read more...] about Chris Paul Leads OKC to Game 7, Thunder Beat Houston Rockets 104-100
Harden Plays Defense, Houston Rockets Better Than the Milwaukee Bucks, 120-116
The Houston Rockets were better than the Milwaukee Bucks tonight, 120-116, all that because of James Harden's defense in the deciding moments. Yes, you read it well, defense. The Beard didn't have his usual offensive night, dropping just 24 points, but he performed excellently on the defensive side of the court, stopping Giannis in important moments, and recording 6 steals … [Read more...] about Harden Plays Defense, Houston Rockets Better Than the Milwaukee Bucks, 120-116
Russell Westbrook Snubs Ja Morant’s Praises
After Ja Morant stated that Russell Westbrook isn't receiving the credit he deserves concerning his game, the former MVP kind of snubbed that statement. After hearing what the young rookie commented, Westbrook didn't react as many would, but instead coldly replied that he doesn't mind about the opinion of others. "I don't really care what nobody else thinks about my game," … [Read more...] about Russell Westbrook Snubs Ja Morant’s Praises