Eli Gregorski

Sports journalist with experience covering the NBA, NFL, MLB, college athletics, international soccer, and Formula One for outlets like StadiumRant, CU Independent, and USports.org

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'Hail Mary' Giannis Trade Would Break Up Legendary Warriors Duo

The Giannis Antetokounmpo era for the Milwaukee Bucks appears to be close to an end. According to recent reports, the Greek forward is now officially deciding if staying with the team he helped win the 2021 Finals is the right move for his career.Since then, trade rumors have run rampant, and though he remains a top asset around the league and still in his prime, the idea of making a move for Antetokounmpo remains unlikely for some teams on the bubble of title contention.However, one team stands...
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Knicks Get Bad News On Bombshell Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade

The 2021 Finals MVP, Giannis Antetokounmpo, appears to be moving closer to a breakup with the Milwaukee Bucks, and for months now, the New York Knicks have been atop the list of trade destinations for the Greek star.Both Antetokounmpo and the Knicks had mutual interest over the summer, and though talks quieted, rumors persist that the forward is interested in a move to The Big Apple.However, a deal that would land the nine-time All-Star might be easier said than done. After all the roster change...
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Spurs Listed As Top Giannis Destination, With Massive Trade Pitch

With all the latest reporting, Giannis Antetokounmpo could be the next superstar to be on the move, as signs are pointing to a breakup between him and the Milwaukee Bucks.While the New York Knicks appear to lead the charge for the 2021 Finals MVP, they might not have the flexibility or right package to offer the Bucks for Antetokounmpo. However, over the past few months, the San Antonio Spurs have consistently been named one of the teams that could make a serious trade offer for the Greek star.T...
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Nuggets Get Another Brutal Blow With Jamal Murray Injury Update

The Denver Nuggets are mainly run through the perennial MVP candidate of Nikola Jokic, but as seen in the past, the supporting cast of Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon, Christian Braun, and others is equally important.However, with Gordon and Braun out for an extended period, the Nuggets’ injury luck just got even worse. In the team’s latest loss against the Dallas Mavericks, Murray left the game in the third quarter with a right ankle sprain, and though finishing out the period, left the floor for th...
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NBA Vet Rips LeBron James For 'Legacy' Catering In Lakers Loss

LeBron James is the proud holder of many NBA records, and one of his most prolific is his 1,297 consecutive games scoring double-digit points. However, that record was nearly halted in the Los Angeles Lakers‘ latest loss to the Phoenix Suns.James had only seven points midway through the fourth quarter, but finally hit a three-pointer to hit the double-digit scoring mark once again. Yet the 41-year-old finished with just 10 points, one of the lowest marks of his career, as the Lakers’ seven-game...
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JJ Redick Turns Heads For LeBron James Criticism In Lakers Loss

The Los Angeles Lakers lost their first game in weeks after a subpar performance against the Phoenix Suns. While Luka Doncic led the team with 38 points, despite nine turnovers, Austin Reaves, and specifically LeBron James, struggled on the offensive side of the floor. Though James managed to continue his historic 1,298 consecutive games scoring double-digit points, that didn’t make him immune from criticism from his head coach, JJ Redick, who turned heads with the message he sent to James while...
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Controversial Giannis Decision Reignites Bucks Trade Rumors

The Milwaukee Bucks have spent the past few months worrying about the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo, and though trade rumors from the offseason had quieted, they’ve now been ramped up once again, as the 2021 Finals MVP could be on the move in the near future.Most recently, Antetokounmpo reportedly deleted nearly everything related to the Bucks franchise on his social media. He also deleted many of his other previous posts, a signal to some that his time with Milwaukee could be coming to an end...
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Timberwolves Announce Historic Anthony Edwards News After Win

Anthony Edwards is the franchise player for the Minnesota Timberwolves, and just six seasons into his NBA career, he’s made a strong mark on the team. Leading the Timberwolves to two straight conference finals appearances, five straight +.500 regular season records, and now putting up historic scoring numbers, Edwards is a proven superstar in the league.Most recently, the star shooting guard set another franchise record. In a post made by the team, Minnesota announced Edwards now holds the franc...
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After Unknown Absence, Kevin Durant Is Inching Closer To History

The name Kevin Durant sparks a lot of opinions across the basketball world. Some might critique him for his move to Golden State or his social media presence, but one thing is clear about his career: consistency. Over the course of his 18-year career, Durant has proven to be one of the most consistent players in NBA history, now doing the same on the Houston Rockets at age 37. While most recently Durant did miss two games against both of his former teams in the Warriors and Phoenix Suns with wha...
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Lakers Trade Rumors: Sights Set On Big Man, Ex-Luka Teammate

The Los Angeles Lakers are 15-4, second in the Western Conference, and are playing at a near-peak level with the LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and company roster JJ Redick has to work with.Additionally, Deandre Ayton, the Lakers’ biggest acquisition of the offseason, has fallen into his role well as the team’s starting center. Yet still, rumors remain consistent that Los Angeles is still targeting another big man to add to the roster.Most recently, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints report...
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Lane Kiffin Drops Cryptic Post After Taking LSU Head Coach Job

After a long and confusing process, Lane Kiffin is the new head coach of the LSU Tigers football team.Even after leading the Ole Miss Rebels to their best college football season in program history, the 49-year-old coach left Oxford right before their CFB Playoff push began, to become the next face of the Baton Rouge program. While fallout from the massive change will take weeks, even months to fully unravel, Kiffin is now the replacement for Brian Kelly, who was fired halfway through this seaso...
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Bulls Make Anthony Davis Trade Decision, Reveal Future Target

The Chicago Bulls have been one of the teams most recently rumored to be a potential new home for Dallas Mavericks star big man Anthony Davis.He grew up in Chicago, had previously discussed the idea of playing for his hometown team, and after the firing of Nico Harrison, it looked like the Bulls could be a potential fit for the ten-time All-Star and 2020 NBA Champion. While rumors and trade pitches were floated out that sent Davis to Chicago, recent reporting appears the front office had discuss...
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Warriors Sign All-American, NCAA Champ In Latest Roster Change

Through the first six weeks of the 2025-26 NBA season, age is starting to catch up with the Golden State Warriors. So far, the team has dealt with injuries to Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green, and Al Horford, along with seeing major missed time from Jonathan Kuminga.With an 11-10 roster through 21 games, the Warriors have some changes to make. The health of their older stars can’t be guaranteed, only hoped for. But the Kuminga situation doesn’t feel fixable, and while his status on th...
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NBA Announces Massive Lakers News After NBA Cup Clippers Win

The Los Angeles Lakers officially have their superstar trio back together, and so far, the impact of LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves has been easy to see.Most recently, the Lakers beat the Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA Cup to win their third straight game after James returned from injury. But perhaps most importantly, the team has now clinched its spot in the next round of the In-Season Tournament.“The @Lakers are the first Western Conference team to advance to the Emirates NBA Cu...
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Warriors Trade Pitch Lands All-Star Scorer To Fix Kuminga Problem

Though just five weeks into the NBA season, the Golden State Warriors have major issues, and as the days go on, a Jonathan Kuminga trade feels increasingly inevitable. The Warriors have lost three of their last four games, and the problems of old age, injuries, and poor shooting have been evident in their recent contests.Additionally, the Kuminga situation is getting closer to a boiling point. After missing six consecutive games with a knee injury, head coach Steve Kerr said he didn’t know when...
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Kuminga Refuses Injury Update As Warriors Trade ‘Divorce’ Nears

The Golden State Warriors and Jonathan Kuminga are not in the same spot they were after the first week of the season. The wing player has now missed six consecutive games, and according to Warriors head coach Steve Kerr, he has no idea when the forward will return.Kuminga himself declined to comment to reporters on his health status, and added that with the Warriors’ recent struggles, the 23-year-old appears on the outside of the franchise like he was over the summer, and his future with the tea...
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Sixers $300 Million Problem Gets Worse With Latest Injury Updates

On paper, with all of their players healthy, the Philadelphia 76ers have the star power to win multiple playoff rounds. However, that hasn’t been the case over the past few years, and the latest Sixers injury updates shed only a greater light on the front office’s decision-making in the ‘Trust the Process‘ era. Most recently, it was announced that both Joel Embiid and Paul George will be out of the Sixers’ upcoming game against the Orlando Magic. They will join a loaded injury report that also i...
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Lakers' 3x-Champ Makes Shocking Personal Announcement

Though he wasn’t Kobe Bryant or Shaquille O’Neal, Rick Fox played a strong part in the Los Angeles Lakers‘ early 200s three-peat.The point guard played alongside the two stars from 1997 to 2004, but was best known for his hard-nosed and fearless attitude towards opponents. Also playing with the Lakers’ rival Boston Celtics, Fox has career averages of 9.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.8 assists, and had a star collegiate career at the University of North Carolina. But in surprising news, it was rec...
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Lakers' Newest Addition Drops Bold LeBron James Comments

The Los Angeles Lakers were quick to find another big man after it was announced that Deandre Ayton could miss time with a knee injury. Shortly after Ayton’s arrival on the injury report, the Lakers signed Drew Timme to the roster. Timme was a three-time consensus All-American and two-time West Coast Conference Player of the Year during his time at Gonzaga. He only has nine total appearances in his NBA career, but after joining the South Bay Lakers this season, he was most recently elevated to t...
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Injured Thunder Star To Miss Out On Millions Amid Historic Start

After the best season in franchise history, and one of the most successful team seasons in NBA history, the Oklahoma City Thunder have picked up right where they left off last year. With a 17-1 record, the Thunder are tied for the second-best start in league history, and they’ve done it all without number two star Jalen Williams.Williams underwent offseason surgery for a wrist injury and has yet to make his season debut. But after already missing 18 games so far this year, the star is now set to...
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Ex-Celtics Legend Issues Emotional Final Plea For NBA Return

It is hard to tell the story of the Boston Celtics over the past decade without mentioning Isaiah Thomas. He won’t top any lists of Celtics greats, but the 5’9″ point guard’s run in Bean Town was impossible to ignore.Now, the former Boston hero is asking for one more chance, whether it be with his old team or any other franchise in the NBA. Speaking with Gary Washburn of the Boston Globe, Thomas told the writer he is looking to make a final basketball comeback before ending his career on his own...
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Lakers Get Major Warning On Bombshell Trade For $109M Champ

The Los Angeles Lakers are second in the Western Conference with a 12-4 record and finally have their star trio of LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves on the court together.But that isn’t even in Laker Land, and questions remain on whether this currently constructed team has enough to win four straight playoff rounds. Big man issues remain the biggest concern, specifically after Deandre Ayton’s recent knee injury, but that hasn’t stopped trade rumors for other positions.Most recently, J...
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Warriors Urged Avoid $217M Blockbuster Trade Target At 'All Costs'

The Golden State Warriors aren’t where they, or many other people, thought they would be a month into the 2025-26 NBA season. With a 9-9 record, constant injuries, and questions surrounding team chemistry, the Warriors are expected to make changes soon to get the most out of the remaining years they have with superstar Stephen Curry.Most recently, Golden State was rumored to be interested in Domantas Sabonis of the Sacramento Kings. The other Northern California team is reportedly ‘willing to li...
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Lakers Named ‘Perfect’ Trade Candidate For 3-And-D, 20 PPG Star

Though the Los Angeles Lakers are second in the West and have their trio of LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves back together, there is still always room for improvement through a trade. While Los Angeles has done a lot to create this 2025-26 roster, perimeter defense and three-point shooting remain the biggest issues for the team. While James, Doncic, and Reaves all expect to lead the Lakers for at least the remainder of this season, Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick have multiple players they...
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