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Cleveland Cavaliers star LeBron James is playing in the 14th All-Star Game of his illustrious career while still performing at an elite level. The 33-year-old made it clear that he still has plenty of lift in his legs with a thunderous reverse alley-oop dunk in the first half of the All-Star Game. .@KingJames gets up! […]

One of the benefits of attending All-Star weekend is having the opportunity to see the best players in the league all in one court playing with your idol live and in person. As great as that seems, it’s an even more surreal experience when you can play against your idol. LeBron James gave his eldest […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers had their way with the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night winning by a final score of 120-112. One of the most memorable moments of the game though came with just under five minutes left in the fourth quarter. LeBron James and Russell Westbrook both went up for the same rebound. James inadvertently […]

The All-Star lineups are now set with LeBron James, on paper, looking to have the upper hand over Stephen Curry’s team. Though the drafting of the players from each squad is still a secret, James would only jokingly ‘reveal’ that Russell Westbrook was picked last. LeBron when asked about his All-Star draft choices: "You saw […]

With the start of the NBA’s regular season right around the proverbial corner, GM’s around the league were recently asked to vote on a series of topics, including best teams, players, coaches, fans, and offseason moves. As it turns out, LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers were near the top in quite a few categories. […]

On Friday evening, word came down the wire stating that six-time NBA All Star Russell Westbrook and the Oklahoma City Thunder had agreed to the terms of a five-year, $205 million contract extension — the richest contract in NBA history. Russell Westbrook has agreed to a five-year, $205M contract extension with OKC, league sources tell […]

While playing around with his two sons on Sunday in the Cleveland Cavaliers’ practice facility, Isaiah Thomas went live on Instagram. Naturally, tons of his followers flocked to watch the video, but there were a couple of standout individuals that had their eyeballs glued to their phone screens watching as noticed by Thomas’ sons. One […]

LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers have been the talking point of the NBA offseason. As former Indiana Pacers superstar Paul George was surprisingly dealt to the Oklahoma City Thunder to team up with Russell Westbrook, the NBA world thought that’s as crazy this summer would get – how wrong we were. The Cavaliers’ ball […]

The NBA Awards Show on Monday night was an historic one as it was the first time the league had one. To cap off the event, commissioner Adam Silver announced the winner of the Kia MVP Award, which was given to Oklahoma City Thunder star guard Russell Westbrook for the incredible season he had. He […]

As most basketball fans know, the Golden State Warriors defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers in this year’s NBA Finals, 4-1. During their championship parade in Oakland yesterday afternoon, Warriors forward Draymond Green wore a unique t-shirt that has since garnered quite a bit of interest from the media. Cavs superstar LeBron James, who seems to see […]

Despite putting up ridiculous numbers in another incredible regular season campaign, the Most Valuable Player the league has ever seen may be on the outside looking in during the MVP voting yet again this season. The Oklahoma City Thunder’s Russell Westbrook and the Houston Rockets’ James Harden are getting all the plaudits, and although both have been extraordinary, […]

As the final seconds ticked away in the Cleveland Cavaliers final regular season game, LeBron James was sharply dressed watching the final dribbles from the bench. The three-time champion didn’t take to the floor, but still managed to create NBA history on Wednesday night. It has been a historical season in the NBA, so much […]

Averaging a triple-double and breaking Oscar Robertson‘s single season record with 42 triple-doubles, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Russell Westbrook has ensured his place in NBA history. Westbrook will now forever be considered as one of the best players in league history and since he himself is part of that select group, Cavs superstar LeBron James […]

It has been the closest MVP race in recent memory, as Cleveland Cavaliers superstar LeBron James, Oklahoma City Thunder’s energizer Russell Westbrook, Houston Rocket’s dynamic point guard James Harden, and San Antonio Spurs two-way monster Kawhi Lenoard are all battling it out for the league’s crown and highest individual regular season honor. In seasons past, […]

Yes, you read that right, Colin Cowherd is at it again with his unique analogies. Cowherd this time is complimenting Cleveland Cavaliers superstar, LeBron James, while taking a shot at OKC‘s Russell Westbrook. https://www.instagram.com/p/BRYkDoJgCJ-/ A strange way to go about getting his message across, but this one is pretty accurate. James has an uncanny knack […]

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook is having a season for the ages, and there’s no denying that what he’s doing is impressive. At 31.9 points, 10.5 rebounds, 10.1 assists, and 1.6 steals per game, Westbrook is doing what no one has done since Oscar Robertson in 1961. Along with Westbrook, Rockets’ guard James Harden […]

While many believe that the MVP race this year is between Oklahoma City Thunder’s Russell Westbrook and James Harden of the Houston Rockets, LeBron James is quietly having another outstanding campaign. Most of the attention may be on the two aforementioned stars and even on San Antonio Spurs‘ Kawhi Leonard, but it will very difficult […]

Just like his father, Cavs superstar LeBron James, LeBron James Jr. is a name we are going to hear for years to come. James Jr. is an extremely gifted basketball player for his age. Both he and his father have a unique set of talents in their own right. While James the elder is known for […]

From Stephen Curry to Kyrie Irving to James Harden to Russell Westbrook to John Wall, the NBA is currently in the midst of a point guard renaissance. All of the elite teams in the league are led by a point guard and due to the fast-paced way of the game these days, the position has become […]

It’s always an anticipated sight as NBA players walk into the arena before they take to the floor. Players like Russell Westbrook have made the entrance a spectacle with outrageous outfits, and J.R. Smith even arrived to Quicken Loans Arena on those two-wheeled hoverboard. Needless to say, it’s always an area of attention for NBA […]

For the second time this season and 34th time in his illustrious 14-year NBA career (most in league history), Cleveland Cavaliers superstar small forward LeBron James has won Eastern Conference Player of the Month honors. LeBron James has won Player of the Month 34 times in his career. — Brian Windhorst (@WindhorstESPN) March 2, 2017 […]

LeBron James is undoubtedly the best player in the world, and it has now come to the point that his consistent greatness could see him take home the NBA MVP trophy every season. Due to his sustained position at the top of the NBA summit for over a decade, his greatness is now taken for […]

On Sunday afternoon the Cleveland Cavaliers took on the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder, showcasing the MVP favorite, Russell Westbrook. A major part of the Cavaliers’ recent struggles, and a reason for losing games is their defense, or lack thereof. Sunday’s victory was a major turning point for the Cavs on the defensive end of the […]

Throughout his career, and especially on social media, fans and players have poked fun at some of LeBron James’ travels, both the called and uncalled ones. But on Sunday afternoon when the Cleveland Cavaliers took on the Oklahoma City Thunder, James poked a little fun at one of his teammates’ very obvious travels. Tristan Thompson […]

Kyrie Irving puts the move on Russell Westbrook in the first half, crossed him over, draws the foul and banks in the floater for the and-1. https://twitter.com/CavsNationTV/status/825821864295485441

As this season’s NBA All-Star festivities draw near, votes are beginning to pour in for both conferences. The first returns have been tallied, and the defending champion Cleveland Cavaliers have two players leading the count. LeBron/Kyrie and KD/Curry lead first returns of #NBAAllStar Voting presented by @Verizon! Vote: https://t.co/7SYpaqHa1f & NBA App. pic.twitter.com/ofvgaJERkT — 2017 […]

UPDATE: Sunday, December 25, 2016 at 5:30PM: Russell Westbrook, confused and relatively frustrated at the out-of-the-blue nature of the question, denied he said “Thank You Kyrie” while running into the tunnel during his pregame warm up routine. Westbrook said he would never say such a thing in his pregame interview with the media. Still, the […]

Russell Westbrook, the gifted Oklahoma City Thunder point guard, is one of the most dangerous ball-handlers in the NBA. His on-court vision and tenacious mindset on the defensive end of the floor make him a tough mark for any opposing team. Recently, Westbrook has been on a tear, racking up several triple-double performances for his […]

Cleveland Cavaliers superstar LeBron James continues his impressive march through the NBA’s record books. The rungs of LeBron’s legendary ladder seem to reach far into the heavens. He’s on a steady climb. On Sunday, the Cavaliers were in Philadelphia for a matinee show-down with the 76’ers inside The Wells Fargo Center, resulting in a grind-out […]

After many began to say LeBron James’ age will catch up to him, James decided that age is just a number this season. James helped lead the Cavaliers to a 3-0 start by averaging 21 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 10 assists throughout his first three games of the 2016-2017 season, which netted him the first […]

It’s been three years since LeBron James last won a Most Valuable Player award, but in that time, many can make the case that he’s been the MVP of the league. Golden State Warriors’ guard Stephen Curry has won the award now two times in a row, one year leading his team to a surprising […]

Kevin Love and Russell Westbrook go a long way. They were teammates in 2007-2008 at UCLA where they led the Bruins in conquering the Pac-10. Love was the anchor down low while Westbrook was the electrifying guard. RELATED: Breaking: Mo Williams tweets that he’ll return to Cavs for one more year In the Cleveland Cavaliers […]

LeBron James currently holds four MVP trophies. Capturing another would make him only the 4th player in NBA history to win five MVPs. In the recently released odds to win the MVP award in 2016-2017, Bovada online sports betting gave him the third best odds to win it. James is listed at 5/1 odds to win, trailing […]

The Warriors comprised their super team and acquired Kevin Durant via free agency. The result is an Oklahoma City team with Russell Westbrook and Victor Oladipo as the 1-2 punch as well as a league in which 28 or so teams aren’t even close to being ready to compete with the Warriors. RELATED: Did Dwyane […]

LeBron James is a huge supporter of his kids, often posting videos about them balling out in their leagues. What greater role model in life would you want than LeBron James, arguably the greatest player in the world who came up from nothing? RELATED: Top 10 LeBron James Jr. Moments LeBron Jr., or Bronny, and […]

For players, recognition among peers means a lot because they know the kind of effort that is being put up in order to stand out. Fans have their own parameters, coaches as well, but the athletes themselves offer the best perspective when the subject revolves around those that are actually on the hardwood. When the […]

Team USA started workouts during its mini-camp yesterday, and players like Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry have been excelling in them. One player, however, as been taking them a little too seriously. Russell Westbrook is known for his serious and tenacious attitude on the basketball court. Apparently, he is taking these workouts a little too […]

In the NBA right now, point guards are certainly the topic of discussion when discussing a team’s success with the point guard. With the MVP talk heating up around Golden State’s Stephen Curry and Oklahoma City’s Russell Westbrook last week, and veteran Clipper Chris Paul still playing at a high level, where does Cleveland’s young […]

When Kevin Love visited the Dan Patrick show yesterday, he chimed in on who he thought should be this season’s MVP: “They’re both having an MVP-type season, but I’m going to go with Russell Westbrook because he’s, every single night you’re looking at his stat sheet, they’re fighting for a playoff spot, with Serge Ibaka […]