ESPN's Tim MacMahon calls Mavericks reporter a "wannabe reporter" because he fact-checked MacMahon's report about death threats for Nico Harrison and the team

ESPN's Tim MacMahon calls Dallas Mavs reporter Grant Afseth a "wannabe reporter" because Afseth actually fact-checked MacMahon's report about death threats for Nico Harrison and the team with the Dallas PD.

Ben Simmons is a Clipper. Does Bill still have season tickets?

[Charania] Just In: Three-time NBA All-Star Ben Simmons intends to sign with the Los Angeles Clippers after clearing waivers, league sources tell ESPN.

GAME THREAD: Houston Rockets (32-19) @ Dallas Mavericks (27-25) - (February 08, 2025)

Why are the mavericks favorites today?

Philadelphia 76ers beat writer Kyle Neubeck advocates for violence. Says Kelly Oubre Jr would have been justified if he had punched Joel Embiid in the face during their altercation last night

GAME THREAD: Dallas Mavericks (26-25) @ Boston Celtics (36-15) - (February 07, 2025)

Ryen Russillo: "Wonder what happens if America had torn its Achilles" in response to the video of Raptor fans booing the US national anthem

[Winderman] In the wake of reports Jimmy Butler made the Heat wait two hours on the tarmac on Jan. 22 for the team’s flight, Lee posted a flight alert of the Heat team plane actually departing 15 minutes ahead of schedule that day. Butler had requested permission in advance to travel alone that day.

When will the self censorship on this sub end with Twit links?

[Fischer] The Houston Rockets and guard Fred VanVleet have mutual interest in prolonging their partnership past this season. VanVleet is represented by Klutch Sports.

Kevin O’Connor: ”My league sources say Stephen Curry specifically has concerns about Jimmy Butler’s fit in the Warrior’s locker room and Steve Kerr shares those feelings.”

How Would You Feel About a 40 min NBA game instead of 48?

He’s back!!!

[Katz] Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal will not waive his no-trade clause to go to the Chicago Bulls, a source familiar with the three-time All-Star’s thinking told The Athletic.

GAME THREAD: Houston Rockets (30-14) @ Boston Celtics (32-14) - (January 28, 2025)

Episode 245: The Heil Heard 'Round The World

Jstlk leaks DMs between him and Destiny, showing that Destiny doesn't believe Rose was hacked

What's status of Adnan's conviction?

[Feigen] Scott Foster just left the floor and headed to the officials' locker room.

What would a Fox to Houston Rockets trade look like.

[Reynolds] The Bucks trailed going into the fourth quarter and won. The last time that happened? March. Had dropped 20 straight in that scenario.

Sham’s response to Bernie Lee: "I 1000% stand by my reporting. It's fully vetted. And as a professional, that's what I do, that's what I get paid to do... report truthfully and accurately. That's what this is. Period."

KOC is dying out here. He just is!

[SERIOUS NEXT DAY THREAD] Post-Game Discussion (December 11, 2024)