Heavy Sports • 12th June 2025

Pacers Players Make NBA Finals History After Game 3 Win

In their first championship-series home game in 25 years, the Indiana Pacers ended victorious against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 of the 2025 NBA Finals. While star players Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam each hit their marks, it was the bench efforts of both Benedict Mathurin and T.J. McConnell that helped Indiana grab the 2-1 series lead.Mathurin scored a game-high 27 points on an efficient 9/12 shooting from the field. McConnell finished the night with 10 points, five assists, and...

Heavy Sports • 12th June 2025

Warriors' Guard Has Another Offseason Setback

Before the Golden State Warriors can reshape their roster this offseason, the team is dealing with another setback from one of their promising young players.The team announced on Wednesday night that guard Brandin Podziemski underwent surgery on a core muscle. It was the 22-year-old’s second surgery of the offseason, as just weeks ago Podziemski had a procedure to repair a left wrist injury.“He is expected to make a full recovery and be ready for the start of training camp,” the Warriors wrote i...

Heavy Sports • 11th June 2025

New Suns Coach Speaks on Leading Underperforming Team

After missing the playoffs with the highest payroll in the NBA, the Phoenix Suns hired Jordan Ott as head coach in replacement of Mike Budenholzer. The team has now had four different coaches in the past four seasons.In his introductory press conference, Ott addressed the challenge of leading a team that has underperformed in recent years. Phoenix also has a looming decision to make on Kevin Durant, who, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, is expected to be traded sometime soon.“We’re all aware...

Heavy Sports • 11th June 2025

Former LeBron James Teammate Sounds Off On Recent Criticism

The NBA’s all-time leading points scorer and superstar of the Los Angeles Lakers, LeBron James, has been under recent scrutiny with fans saying that he has ‘no bag’.In a recent appearance on the Dan Patrick Show, James’ former teammate, Ray Allen, responded to a question regarding the criticism the four-time champion has received. While Allen stated that James didn’t have a ‘go-to move,’ he also said that James has never needed just one signature play.“LeBron has always been an unstoppable, unde...

Da Windy City • 10th June 2025

Bulls Must Find a Versatile Defender at the NBA Draft

For the Chicago Bulls in the 2025 NBA Draft, their only focus should be on defense. Whether it is finding a much-needed lockdown perimeter player or a defensive-minded replacement for center Nikola Vucevic, the team has multiple directions it can take. Yes, Cooper Flagg would no doubt be the perfect solution for all of Chicago's problems, but that just won't happen. The team has a shaky draft history, so they need to do their homework and find a player who has shown defensive potential and can g...

Heavy Sports • 10th June 2025

Thunder Star Joins Michael Jordan on Exclusive List

Following his 34-point performance in the Oklahoma City Thunder‘s Game 2 win in the NBA Finals, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander cemented his 2024-25 campaign as one of the best ever.Gilgeous-Alexander now becomes one of just 12 players in NBA history to score 3,000 total points in a season. The accomplishment has happened a total of 25 times in the league’s 78 seasons, with each non-active player on the list currently in the Hall of Fame. The milestone encompasses both regular season and playoff scoring...

Heavy Sports • 9th June 2025

Legendary Mavericks Coach 'In Protest' of Doncic Trade

Former Dallas Mavericks head coach and basketball Hall-of-Famer Don Nelson made his stance clear on the team trading Luka Doncic.Speaking in Oklahoma City after receiving the Chuck Daly Lifetime Achievement Award, Nelson criticized his former team for trading their star player. He wore Doncic’s Jordan brand sneakers during the press conference, stating it was ‘in protest’ of the move sending the 26-year-old to the Los Angeles Lakers. “As a matter of fact, I want everybody to know I’m wearing Luk...

Da Windy City • 8th June 2025

Energetic Big Man Should Be Bulls' First Call When Free Agency Begins

The Chicago Bulls need all the depth they can get as they prepare for next year. The upcoming offseason could be pivotal, and taking advantage of the free agent market will be crucial in constructing a roster that complements their young talent. One player stands out above the rest as a perfect fit for the Bulls as an unrestricted free agent. That name is Precious Achiuwa, who was drafted by Miami in 2020 but spent the last two seasons with the New York Knicks. At 6-foot-8, the big man would be...

Heavy Sports • 8th June 2025

Mavericks Send Message Ahead of 2025 NBA Draft

Landing the coveted first overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Dallas Mavericks have made their plans clear. The team is set to hold a workout for top prospect and former Duke Blue Devil, Cooper Flagg, on June 17.Flagg, the projected number one pick, is expected to go to Dallas after they won the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery with just a 1.8% chance at landing the top spot. After weeks of speculation involving the pick, the planned workout all but confirms Flagg will play with the Mavericks next sea...

Heavy Sports • 6th June 2025

NBA Commissioner Addresses Potential League Expansion

Prior to Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals, commissioner Adam Silver held a press conference to address multiple topics surrounding the league. One of which was the issue of expansion, and the possibility of new teams entering the NBA in the near future.Silver said that he would ‘take the temperature of the room’ at the upcoming board of governors meeting in Las Vegas, according to ESPN’s Tim Bontemps.“There’s been no lack of interest,” Silver said on Thursday. “So if we were to say yes, we’re now g...

Heavy Sports • 5th June 2025

'Historic' Contract Offer Made to Former MVP: Report

With the Denver Nuggets‘ season ended in the second round of the NBA Playoffs, they now face a critical offseason in shaping the future of their team. Included in that is the player option for former MVP Russell Westbrook.However, prior to the beginning of the NBA offseason, Westbrook was reportedly offered a ‘historic’ contract from an overseas team that sees him as a valuable addition.According to European basketball reporter Nemanja Zoric, EuroLeague’s Hapoel Tel Aviv is set to offer Westbroo...

Heavy Sports • 5th June 2025

Cooper Flagg Praised 'As Advertised' By 12-Time All-Star

Holding the first overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, the Dallas Mavericks are in line to select Cooper Flagg. The 18-year-old out of Duke University has been the consensus top draft prospect, and will likely join the team that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis.Speaking on ‘The Pat McAfee Show’, 12-time NBA All-Star Chris Paul praised Flagg. Paul said that he has spent time with the potential number-one pick and that he is ‘as advertised.’“I’m in LA right now and Coope...

Da Windy City • 4th June 2025

Former Bulls Star Begins Offseason on the Trade Block

DeMar DeRozan spent three seasons with the Chicago Bulls before moving to the Sacramento Kings during the 2024 NBA offseason. He arrived in hopes of helping the Kings compete for a title alongside De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis. But after a poor start to the season and Sacramento eventually trading Fox, DeRozan now looks to be on his way out as the team regroups again.Though DeRozan has been one of the most consistent scorers since he entered the league in 2009, reports say that Sacramento wi...

Heavy Sports • 4th June 2025

Pacers Star Makes Bold Statement About NBA Future Ahead of Finals

The Indiana Pacers are headed to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000, and center Myles Turner believes their success marks the beginning of a new era for the league.“It’s a new blueprint for the league, man,” Turner told reporters May 31 after Indiana beat the New York Knicks to advance to the Finals for the second time in franchise history. “I think the years of the superteams and stacking, it’s not as effective as it once was. Since I’ve been in the league, the NBA is very trendy. It...

Heavy Sports • 4th June 2025

Polarizing College Coach Speaks on Knicks Coaching Job

Less than a year ago, Dan Hurley was rumored to be the favorite to become the next head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. He turned it down, and stayed at UConn in hopes of winning a historic three straight NCAA championships.Now, with the New York Knicks firing head coach Tom Thibodeau, Hurley found himself once again in the middle of rumors about another potential job in the NBA. However, according to Dom Amore of the Hartofrd Courant, Hurley has no interest.“Addressed more directly, he just wa...

Heavy Sports • 3rd June 2025

Timberwolves President Sends Strong Message About Team's Core

For the second year in a row, the Minnesota Timberwolves‘ season has ended in the Western Conference Finals. After a strong playoff run beating both the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors, they fell in five games to the Oklahoma City Thunder.Despite not reaching their ultimate goal, Timberwolves president of basketball operations Tim Connelly believes that their core group of players is enough to eventually finish at the top of the NBA landscape.“We feel very happy with the core we hav...

Da Windy City • 2nd June 2025

Bulls Expensive Big Man Is on Thin Ice Less Than a Month Before NBA Draft

With the 2025 NBA Draft less than a month away, the Chicago Bulls need to make a few major decisions as to the direction they want to take their roster. As they look to prioritize youth along with team-friendly contracts, one player stands out above the rest. Zach Collins arrived at the Bulls in February as a part of the trade revolving around sending Zach LaVine to the Sacramento Kings. While he was productive in the final two months of the season in Chicago, Collins' contract, along with his a...

Da Windy City • 28th May 2025

1 Free Agent & 1 Trade Target for Bulls to Have Perfect Offseason

For the Chicago Bulls to have a successful offseason, they need to fill in the gaps of the holes in the currently constructed team. While this year's free agent and trade markets aren't as star-studded as in years past, multiple players around the league can come to Chicago and make a significant impact from the jump. One of those players is Nickeil Alexander-Walker, who has proven to be a defensive-minded guard who has seen recent success for the Minnesota Timberwolves this postseason. The othe...

Da Windy City • 27th May 2025

Bulls Fan Favorite Will Likely Not Be Back Next Season

As the NBA offseason quickly approaches, trade rumors have started to swirl. Featured in one of the latest rumors circulated around the league, the Dallas Mavericks are reported to have interest in the Chicago Bulls' guard Lonzo Ball.According to Marc Stein, via The Stein Line, Dallas is hoping to land a new point guard in place of Kyrie Irving, who suffered an ACL tear in March. While Ball wasn't at the top of the Mavericks' reported list, he is likely their best and cheapest option as a proven...

Da Windy City • 26th May 2025

2 Bulls Who Should Be Back in Chicago Next Season (And 1 Who Shouldn't)

As the Chicago Bulls head into the offseason, they have some very important decisions to make that could impact their future for years to come. While they first need to lock down their stars for the next few seasons, there are a few other players on the roster who, if kept, will be significant contributors to their success. Specifically, the team should prioritize keeping Matas Buzelis and Kevin Huerter, who each had strong showings in the tail end of the 2024-25 regular season. On the other han...

Heavy Sports • 23rd May 2025

NBA Veteran Calls Out Anthony Edwards After Game 1

The Minnesota Timberwolves were dominated by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half of Game 1 on Monday night.Minnesota’s star player Anthony Edwards finished the game with just 18 points, and his scoreless fourth quarter played a part in his team losing the opening game of the Western Conference Finals.Following the game, nine-year NBA veteran Chandler Parsons spoke about Edwards on his show, Run It Back.Edwards finished the game with 18 points, making just five of his 13 shots. He was a...

Da Windy City • 21st May 2025

Aging Bulls Star as Good as Gone This Offseason

As seen with the Chicago Bulls' performance in the tail end of the 2024-25 NBA regular season, it is finally time to fully step into a new era of the team. That means finally making one move that has been talked about for years: trading Nikola Vucevic. It's been a long time coming, but fans can finally expect to be saying goodbye this offseason.Chicago moved away from DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine over the past year. Along with those two, Vucevic was the one other player who was meant to be a ke...

Da Windy City • 20th May 2025

Bulls Must Re-Sign Polarizing Star at All Costs This Offseason

The Chicago Bulls finally took steps this past season to usher in a new era of the team. They traded Zach LaVine, put a greater emphasis on their young players, and found a backcourt duo that looks to have a promising future. Included in that promising future, and what should rank first on the team's to-do list, is re-signing guard Josh Giddey. He came to Chicago last year in an offseason trade involving Alex Caruso and immediately showed himself to be a player who can impact winning. In his fir...

Stadium Rant • 8th May 2025

Alpine's F1 Future: Oliver Oakes Resigns & Briatore's Impact On The Team

Just six races into the 2025 season, Franco Colapinto has replaced Jack Doohan at the Alpine Formula One team. Along with the early-season switch, Alpine also announced that the team principal, Oliver Oakes, has stepped down from his position. With Oakes gone, the controversial figure of Flavio Briatore has been elevated to the role. Alpine is currently ninth in the F1 constructor standings.Before the news of Doohan’s demotion became public, another shocking move was made at Alpine that left man...