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Kevin Durant Rumored To Be On This Team’s Radar

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Kevin Durant signed with the Brooklyn Nets during the summer of 2019. As everyone already knows, he was injured at the time and missed his first full season with the team. However, he was able to come back in 2020 in the Fall, and he immediately went back to his old self. Although there were some growing pains, he and Kyrie had some amazing chemistry. Unfortunately, there was nothing but drama around the team. Whether it be the James Harden for Ben Simmons trade or the Kyrie situation, things never felt stable out in Brooklyn.

Subsequently, things have only gotten worse. On Sunday, the Nets traded Kyrie to the Dallas Mavericks following a trade request. This request came on Friday, and it immediately shook up the entire NBA. Overall, the Nets saw this coming, and they made the move that best helps their team moving forward. Now, there is a huge question mark surrounding KD. For instance, no one knows how he feels about the Kyrie trade. At this point, he could very well request a trade as well.

Kevin Durant On The Move?

Today on First Take, Stephen A. Smith and the entire panel spoke about Kevin Durant’s future. As you can imagine, many find the Nets’ future to be quite bleak. Consequently, Smith seems to have sources telling him that KD could very well be with a rival team by the end of the week. The team in question just so happens to be the Boston Celtics. This is a rumor that was prevalent in the summer when KD had a trade request of his own. Although, some don’t believe this could ever happen. That said, Smith believes it would take Jaylen Brown in order to get any potential deal done.

It feels unlikely that the Nets would ever give up KD to the Celtics. Not to mention, the Celtics have the best duo in the league with Jayson Tatum and Brown. Breaking that up would be a massive risk, and it doesn’t seem like it would be worth it, especially since KD is turning 35 later this year. Either way, this is a developing story, so stay tuned to HNHH for all of the latest news and updates from around the basketball world.

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Ja Morant Reacts To Accusations Made Against His Friends

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Ja Morant is one of the best young players in the entire NBA. However, he has been accused of not having the best attitude at times. For instance, he has made some comments on Twitter that have rubbed fans the wrong way. Some believe he is running with the wrong crowd and that subsequently, he could get into a lot of trouble. Overall, Morant has denied this notion and has continued to live life as is. Although, Morant couldn’t ignore some hefty allegations that were made against his friend group. According to the Associated Press, someone in his group allegedly pointed a red dot at a contingent of Pacers supporters following a game on January 29th.

As you can imagine, these are some very strong allegations. The report noted that Morant was with those friends at the time of the incident and that their actions came after a heated altercation. NBA Spokesman Mike Bass offered a statement on the issue, claiming that there is no evidence that any weapon-based threats were made. “While we substantiated that a postgame situation arose that was confrontational, based on interviews and other evidence gathered, we could not corroborate that any individual threatened others with a weapon,” Bass said.

Ja Morant Takes To Twitter

Following this investigation, Morant took to Twitter where he noted that his friend was banned from home games for an entire year. Moreover, Morant felt as though the original report was meant to slander him. He feels like the media is trying to portray him a certain way, and he will not stand for it. “Did a investigation seen they were cappin,” he wrote. “Still let a article come out to paint this negative image on me & my fam. & banned my brother from home games for a year. Unbelievable.”

Regardless of the outcome of the investigation, this is still a bad look for Ja Morant. Fans are concerned for him, and that will continue to be the case. Overall, he is a phenomenal player, and his fans just want what is best for him. Hopefully, he will take that into consideration, moving forward. Stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sports world.

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Mo Bamba & Austin Rivers Fight On And Off The Court

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Last night’s NBA game between the home-team Minnesota Timberwolves and the Orlando Magic got pretty rough and rowdy. Officials ejected Mo Bamba and Austin Rivers, along with three other players, after a brawl broke out in the third quarter on Friday (February 3). While other players such as the Magic’s Jalen Suggs also contributed, Bamba and Rivers spurred most of the altercation. Moreover, Rivers ran up the court towards the Magic bench, where Bamba confronted him. As things escalated quickly, they threw punches and eventually a whole host of people were going at it. In fact, the two star players kept fighting off the court.

“Orlando 90 Timberwolves 75,” one fan tweeted. “Wretched night for Wolves & we had a fight. After ejections, Mo Bamba came charging down hallway at Austin Rivers. Bamba got to home locker room door & security was pushing back Rivers. The foul-mouthed insults hurled were loud & impressive.” Still, press asked both players about the incident afterwards. On his part, Bamba declined comment, while Rivers claimed he acted in self-defense. However, things got even more heated on Instagram, where both players gave accounts of what happened. For example, Bamba implied that Rivers had it coming with a meme on his Instagram story.

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – FEBRUARY 03: Members of the Orlando Magic and Minnesota Timberwolves get into a scrum in the third quarter of the game at Target Center on February 03, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Mo Bamba #11, Jalen Suggs #4 of the Orlando Magic and Austin Rivers #25 of the Minnesota Timberwolves were ejected from the game. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)

Meanwhile, Rivers’ response was much more pointed at the Sheck Wes song’s namesake. “Buddy I went at you 1 on 5 !!!” he wrote on his IG story. “U needed ur team mates other wise u would of been chocked out. Talking about find out. We only know u from an old rap song…not hoops. STFU. And Orlando my city. Ask around an actually find out. They don’t mess with u there….Facts!” He ended his message with a couple of shushing emojis.

However, there’s a bit of bad news for anyone who wanted to see this develop in a later game. Friday’s game was the last matchup between the Timberwolves and the Magic in the 2022-23 NBA season. While these players won’t be able to resolve their differences on the court, let’s hope they don’t resolve them with a fight again. Let us know what you think of Mo Bamba and Austin Rivers’ fight transcending the court in the comments below. Also, as always, stay up to date on HNHH with the latest NBA news and highlights.

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Draymond Green Roasts Sports Bettors: Watch

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Draymond Green is a player who is not afraid to go back and forth with the fans out there. Overall, Green has seen a bit of a decline in his play over the last few years. When it comes to offense, Green has largely struggled, and it has led to a lot of roasts on social media. However, he is mostly paid to play good defense, and that is exactly what he does. Although, for those who place bets and do fantasy basketball, Green can be a frustrating player to watch.

If you are a sports fan, you know just how much sports betting has exploded as of late. It is legal in the vast majority of places across the United States, and people are taking advantage. The betting industry is making billions of dollars on sports fans, and for those losing money, it can be a frustrating proposition. Consequently, players like Green get blamed when a fan’s parlay doesn’t go the way they hoped it would.

Draymond Green Addresses Sports Bettors

Having said all of that, some sports bettors have tried to get into Green’s mentions. If he has an off night and someone bets the over, they will lace into him. Overall, Green finds it half amusing and half annoying. Subsequently, on his podcast, he went off on these fans with a simple message. “People talk so crazy on social media when they bet don’t successfully complete their bet,” Green explained. “‘Oh Draymond you such you only got seven points’ but it’s actually that you such at betting because just like I only had seven points and it was seven and a half, you could have very well chosen under seven and a half.” Essentially, Green is telling people to become better at betting.

This is definitely some solid advice that very few people will take. Overall, sports betting is incredibly accessible and with so many fans thinking they are experts, you have to expect this kind of overindulgence to continue. For players like Draymond, they will continue to be scapegoats. However, there is no doubt that sports betting will not go away, anytime soon.

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LeBron James Hints At His Future

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LeBron James is one of the best basketball players to ever grace the NBA. Over the years, he has shown just how amazing he is. Overall, it is his longevity that could wind up being the greatest part of his legacy. He is 38 years old, and he is still playing some of the best games of his life. Additionally, he is on pace to break Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s scoring title in about three games. Once he breaks that record, it will be hard not to call him the GOAT of the NBA.

Last night, James and his Lakers squeaked out a win against none other than the New York Knicks. For LeBron, it was yet another solid performance as he dropped 28 points. Furthermore, he notched his very first Triple-Double of the entire season. This is something that fans had been waiting for, and he most certainly did not disappoint. Subsequently, James spoke to reporters after the game where he got to talk about his longevity. It was here that he revealed that he is going to be around for a while. “I’m not going anywhere,” he said. “I’m going to be in this league for at least a few more years.”

LeBron James & The Future

LeBron James has always stated that he wants to play with his son Bronny. As it stands, Bronny is playing for Sierra Canyon, and next year, he will be in college. Consequently, there is a good chance that he will be ready for the NBA Draft in 2024. That means LeBron just needs to get through one more season before he potentially plays with his oldest child. From there, if the game continues to bless him, perhaps he will stay and play with Bryce. Overall, it would be one of the greatest stories in the entire history of sports.

As for LeBron and the Lakers, well, things haven’t been going so great. The team is still having a ton of trouble trying to break through in the Western Conference. However, the trade deadline is coming up, which means there might be some time to salvage the season. Let us know how you feel about LeBron and the Lakers’ chances, in the comments below.

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Lakers Reportedly Looking To Move On From Patrick Beverley

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Over the coming weeks, the Los Angeles Lakers will have a lot to think about. They are a team that needs some new pieces, especially if they want to make the playoffs. Overall, they are 13th in the Western Conference. However, they are just a winning streak away from being a top-five team in the West.

As it stands, the Lakers have a lot of players that they could trade away. They already did so with Kendrick Nunn, and it brought in a nice player in Rui Hachimura. Now, they can go out and seek more trades that could involve players of a higher profile.

LeBron James #6 and Patrick Beverley #21 of the Los Angeles Lakers react during the third quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on January 22, 2023 in Portland, Oregon. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Patrick Beverley On The Move?

As it stands, one player that could potentially be traded is none other than Patrick Beverley. Pat Bev is someone who prides himself on his defense. However, he hasn’t been his best this season and it’s not what the Lakers were hoping for. Having said that, it only makes sense that the Lakers would look elsewhere.

“I think that they’re gonna continue to be active looking for guards, basically looking to upgrade their guards, seeing if they can upgrade from Patrick Beverley especially,” Brian Windhorst said on ESPN today. As for guards the Lakers are interested in, Kyle Lowry and Fred VanVleet seem to be at the top of that list.

The trade deadline will not be easy for the Lakers as numerous teams struggle to work out deals with them. Regardless, fans should rest easy knowing the franchise is at least doing something.

Let us know who you think the Lakers should go out and get, in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from around the sports world.

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Steph Curry Hits Another Career Milestone

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Steph Curry is easily the greatest shooter to ever grace an NBA court. At this point, it is impossible to deny that Curry will likely finish his career as one of the 10 greatest players of all time. Overall, he has four titles to his name and he even has the three-point record.

At this stage in his career, Curry is still looking for more accolades. For instance, he and the Warriors would love to win a fifth NBA title since 2015. However, it is not going to be easy as the team has struggled at times this year. Although last night, they defeated the Memphis Grizzlies.

Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors is fouled on a three-point shot being defended by Brandon Clarke #15 and Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies in the third quarter at Chase Center on January 25, 2023 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

Steph Curry Shines

During this game, Curry was downright impressive as he scored 34 points. He led all players in points, and it was also a huge night in terms of career milestones. For instance, in the clip down below, you can see Curry scoring his 21,000th point. Surprisingly, it was on a layup and not a three-pointer.

As far as scoring is concerned, he certainly won’t be reaching LeBron’s upcoming record anytime soon. Of course, LeBron is just 158 points away from beating Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s all-time scoring record. It is likely that James will have over 40,000 points by the end of his historic career.

Curry and LeBron are two players who will forever be intertwined. Had it not been for Curry and his team’s brilliance, LeBron would probably have six or seven rings by now.

Let us know what you think of Curry’s accomplishment, in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news from around the sports world.

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Shannon Sharpe Apologizes For Grizzlies Scuffle: Watch

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If you watched basketball over the weekend, you probably already know about Shannon Sharpe and his run-in with the Grizzlies. Sharpe is a huge Lakers fan and he showed his support Friday night as the team took on the Grizz. Shannon was courtside at Crypto.com Arena, and subsequently, things got out of hand.

In the video down below, Sharpe could be seen getting into it with Dillon Brooks. Overall, it escalated quickly as players like Steven Adams and Ja Morant came over. Furthermore, Tee Morant, Ja’s father, also joined the scrum. In the end, Tee and Shannon made up, while Dillon Brooks continued to shade Sharpe to the media.

Shannon Sharpe Speaks

Following this altercation, fans were waiting to see what would happen on Undisputed. Many expected Skip Bayless to roast Sharpe for his actions. However, Sharpe took a much more apologetic tone. He spoke for three minutes about the subject and looked at the camera while doing so. Overall, he seemed to be disappointed in himself.

“I want to apologize,” Sharpe said. “For the last six and a half years I have preached responsibility and accountability and I take full responsibility for what transpired. It does not matter what Dillon Brooks said or how many times he said it. Me having the platform that I have and having so many people look up to me, I was wrong.”

For the most part, fans seemed to be on Sharpe’s side in this whole debacle. After all, the Grizzlies have proven to be a very difficult team to like, especially with the way they talk in the media. Regardless, Sharpe opted to be the bigger person in the situation.

Shannon Sharpe and Tee Morant talk after the game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Los Angeles Lakers during a 122-121 Lakers win at Crypto.com Arena on January 20, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Let us know what you think of this situation, in the comments down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sports world.

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Patrick Beverley Trolls Damian Lillard With His Own Move

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Patrick Beverley is known as a player who can get under your skin. While he doesn’t put up a lot of numbers, he is certainly a ton of fun to watch on defense. Overall, he has played decently for the Los Angeles Lakers, and last night, he was of great use to the team.

For instance, he was getting in the head of Damian Lillard. In the second quarter, Lillard and Beverley got into it. Consequently, Lillard told Pat Bev “I’ll beat your ass.” What is funny about this is that the Blazers went from being up 40-38 to being up 71-46 at halftime.

Patrick Beverley Gets Revenge

However, the Lakers could not be counted out as LeBron dropped 37 points. Eventually, the Lakers were able to chip away at the lead and they even won by a score of 121-112. Overall, it was a huge comeback, and Pat Bev knew exactly how to celebrate it.

In the video clip down below, Beverley can be seen mimicking Damian Lillard’s iconic “Dame Time” celebration. This time, however, the watch clearly wasn’t working as Patrick Beverley took it off and shoved it in his pocket. It was yet another instance of Beverley being extra, although you could tell the fans loved it.

With this latest win, the Lakers are now a step closer to getting into the postseason. They still need to string together a few wins in a row in order to get play-in status, however, Anthony Davis is returning soon. Furthermore, their upcoming games are fairly winnable, except for maybe the match against the Boston Celtics.

In addition to the Lakers’ playoff hopes, James is trying to hunt down Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for the all-time scoring title. For now, LeBron is just 223 points away, which means he is likely to break the record in about seven or eight games. There is no doubt that this will be a huge accomplishment that turns heads.

As for Pat Bev, he will continue to be the league’s most prolific pest.

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James Harden Roasted Over Picture Of His Feet

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James Harden has been having a solid season with the Philadelphia 76ers. He may not be the scorer he once was with the Houston Rockets, but, he can still facilitate and help out his teammates. Overall, he is an effective player whose fans are very dedicated to seeing him win.

However, the Sixers are against some stiff competition this season. There are plenty of great teams out there, and it remains to be seen if the Sixers can keep up. Regardless, having Harden and Joel Embiid certainly strengthens their case against other rosters.

James Harden #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers calls a play during the first half of a game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on January 15, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

James Harden Feet Pics

Unfortunately for everyone, James Harden and his feet pictures are now going extremely viral. This is all because of a locker room photo that depicts Harden talking to reporter Rachel Nichols. As you can see down below, Harden has his feet completely out, which puts him at risk for athlete’s foot.

Harden is now the latest victim of the internet mob. With his feet strewn about online, everyone is giving their two cents on their condition. In the various tweets down below, you can see some of the hilarious things people had to say. “Boy James harden playing on a swollen ankle sheesh or his feet just fat,” one person wrote. Another said “James Harden’s feet looks like they were transplanted from a cadaver.”

Overall, this is yet another example of just how ruthless the internet is. At this point, you cannot do anything without people making fun of you. Hopefully, Harden is able to roll with the punches.

Let us know what you think of this whole debacle, in the comments down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news from the sports world.

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