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• Maverick Carter Advising Investment Group Forming Basketball League To Rival NBA

Maverick Carter is advising a group of investors seeking to raise $5 billion from private capital sources to form an international basketball league ro rival the NBA, reports Bloomberg. UBS Group AG and Evercore Inc. have been tapped to help raise the money. Other backers include Skype co-founder Geoff Prentice, former Facebook executive Grady Burnett, and the investment firm SC Holdings, which is...2025
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• Chris Paul’s legendary IQ showed in forcing Victor Wembanyama to tie up Zach Edey for jump ball

Chris Paul’s legendary hoops IQ was on full display again by forcing a Wemby vs. Zach Edey jump ball. Chris Paul is a basketball mastermind. At age-39, Paul was brought to San Antonio over the summer to help shepherd second-year superstar Victor Wembanyama and attempt to return the Spurs to relevance. CP3 is having a tremendous season for a player his age, and it feels like it’s gone a little unde...2025
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• LeBron James 'seriously considered' NFL switch in 2011, and more things he told the Kelce Bros.

NBA superstar LeBron James revealed when he seriously considered playing in the NFL, among other topics, on "New Heights."...2025
• 'Bronny doesn't have to play': LeBron James glad he does because father-son duo 'pretty special'

LeBron James told Jason and Travis Kelce that outside of his four NBA titles, playing with son Bronny on the Lakers is 'probably the No. 1 accomplishment.'...2025
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• NBA Legend LeBron James Reveals the Three NFL Players He Was Compared to During His Football Days
LeBron James is one of if not the greatest basketball player ever, yet he could've been a special football talent had he chosen that route....2025
• LeBron James tells Travis and Jason Kelce the NFL 'kicked our a**' on Christmas with Chiefs game, Beyonce halftime show

LeBron admits that the NFL owns Christmas now despite the NBA's traditional holiday presence....2025
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• Royals Rumblings - News for January 9, 2025

Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images Captain Biceps is here. The Michael Lorenzen deal is official: “And I think that we’re going to win,” Lorenzen said. “Obviously, that’s another plus. I think they’re going to bring the best out of me, so I think it just makes sense in every direction.” “When I hung up the phone with Michael the other night, he said, ‘Let’s win the division.’” general manag...2025
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• Blame Game: Uninspired Football

Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images The Dolphins season ends in a loss to the New York Jets and I couldn’t think of anything more fitting. MIAMI GARDENS — As the Miami Dolphins season struck twelve on their playoff hopes, they were left with a familiar feeling, mediocrity. They just lost 32-20 to the New York Jets, their season ended at 8-9, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa missed another six games,...2025
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• The Suns benching Bradley Beal could have deeper meaning for NBA trade rumors

Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images How the Suns benching Bradley Beal could tie into Jimmy Butler trade rumors. The Phoenix Suns have the most expensive roster in the NBA. If the season ended today, Phoenix wouldn’t even make the play-in tournament in the Western Conference thanks to an atrocious stretch to end Dec. With the NBA trade deadline approaching on Feb. 6, the Suns feel l...2025
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• The Heat bowing to Jimmy Butler’s trade demand proves NBA superstars have near-unlimited power

Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images Jimmy Butler has fully demonstrated that NBA teams are almost entirely powerless to stop the whims of a stubborn enough superstar. We talk a lot about “championship windows” in the NBA. Those four-to-five-year stretches when a team can plausibly win it all usually open out of nowhere, when a young team finds their footing or makes that final all-in trade....2025
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• NBA All-Star voting has 3 things fans got right, and 3 things they got wrong in 2025

The best and worst of 2025 NBA All-Star fan voting so far There are always more deserving players for the NBA All-Star Game than there are spots on the team. As the league changes to a bizarre new All-Star format this season, the voting for the starters remains the same. Three front-court players and two backcourt players will be chosen from each conference, with the fan vote making up 50 percent ...2025
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• LeBron James injury update: Lakers All-Star ruled out of game at halftime with right hand contusion

James had 13 points and four assists in the first half...2023
• LeBron James ruled out for second half of 2023 NBA All-Star Game with hand injury
During halftime of the 2023 NBA All-Star Game, TNT announced that Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James would not return to the exhibition due to an injury he suffered when hitting his hand on the rim....2023
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• Super Bowl 56: Watch LeBron James break into dance, celebrate Odell Beckham Jr. touchdown
The Rams receiver caught the game's first touchdown before leaving game with injury...2022
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• Predicting LeBron James' suspension: History suggests 2-3 games for closed-fist hit on Isaiah Stewart
This was very similar to J.R. Smith's hit on Jae Crowder in the 2015 playoffs...2021
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• LeBron: Kobe's legacy becomes my responsibility
LeBron James says he will take on Kobe Bryant's legacy as his own responsibility in the wake of the death of the Lakers great in a helicopter crash....2020
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• Carmelo Anthony shares story of how LeBron James saved his life on vacation in the Bahamas
Dwyane Wade and Carmelo Anthony relived the incident on an Instagram Live...2020
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• Dwyane Wade, Miami Heat Keep Evolving Together in Order to Breed Success
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• Dwyane Wade Talks Kobe Bryant, LeBron James and Bacon During Twitter Q&A
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• An Icon at 40: The Untold Story of Allen Iverson
2015

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• Dwyane Wade on LeBron James' Miami Return: 'I Hope Our Fans Are Appreciative'
2014

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• LeBron James Lists Florida Mansion for $17 Million
2014

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"Lakers' LeBron James passes Michael Jordan for a record you would've thought he already owned"

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"LeBron James Becomes First Player in NBA History to Score 40,000 Career Points"

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"Chael Sonnen claims he and LeBron James have ‘same drug guy’ in wild accusation"

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"LeBron James is no longer a Cowboys fan because of team's alleged stance on kneeling during national anthem"

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"LeBron James becomes first player in NBA history to make $1 billion in earnings while still playing"

2020
"LeBron James leads Lakers, Clippers in exiting NBA players meeting after voting to cancel season, per report"

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"LeBron James chartered a flight of his own on the Lakers' off day to fly to Columbus, Ohio, to see son LeBron James Jr."

2018
"Provided they can free up salary and offer him a max contract, the Warriors could position themselves to secure a meeting with LeBron James if, as expected, the Cavaliers star declines his $35."

2017
"The school board in LeBron James' Ohio hometown has approved the plan for a public school being created in partnership with the NBA star's foundation."

2016
"LeBron James cheers on Leah Still on her last day of cancer treatment"

2015
"Cleveland Cavaliers superstar LeBron James announced an initiative this week to help more than 1,000 students go to college for free."

2014
"When she visited the Cleveland Cavaliers' Wine and Gold Scrimmage on Wednesday night, she got a special treat—a hug from the King himself, LeBron James."

• 2025 NBA Draft: Rutgers’ Dylan Harper is viewed as ‘a consensus top-two pick at this stage’
In the NBA, it’s not uncommon to know who the top picks will be in the upcoming draft. Over the years, we’ve known who the #1 pick would be well ahead of time. That was true in the 2003 draft with LeBron James and in 2023 with Victor Wembanyama. We are not even halfway through […] The post 2025 NBA Draft: Rutgers’ Dylan Harper is viewed as ‘a consensus top-two pick a...2025
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• Royals Rumblings - News for January 9, 2025
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• The Suns benching Bradley Beal could have deeper meaning for NBA trade rumors
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• The Heat bowing to Jimmy Butler’s trade demand proves NBA superstars have near-unlimited power
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• Patrick Beverley Claims Negative Lakers Fans Actually Decrease Players’ Trade Value

Former NBA guard Patrick Beverley isn’t one to be at a loss of words. Quite the opposite, actually. And Beverley offered a theory on why the Lakers have struggled to find a third “star” to pair alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis. The Laker fans, the real ones, they know basketball because they’ve seen it […] The post Patrick Beverley Claims Negative Lakers Fans Actual...2025
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• NBA Notes: Bryce James, G League Trades, Boban Marjanovic, Thunder

Bryce James, the youngest son of NBA star LeBron James, has officially committed to play his college ball at Arizona for the 2025-26 season. The 17-year-old senior guard, standing at 6’5″, is a three-star recruit and currently ranked No. 257 in his high school class. Bryce also received offers from schools like Ohio State and […] The post NBA Notes: Bryce James, G League Trades, ...2025
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• LeBron James’ youngest son Bryce commits to Arizona

A 6-foot-4 shooting guard, Bryce James is rated as a four-star prospect out of Sierra Canyon High School in Chatsworth, California, in the 247 Sports composite....2025
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• Bryce James Commits To Arizona

Bryce James, the younger son of LeBron James, has committed to Arizona as part of the Wildcats' 2025 class. James made his announcement on Instagram, with the caption "100% committed." James, a four-star prospect from Sierra Canyon (California), also held offers from Ohio State and Duquesne. The Dukes were his first offer, extending it back in the summer of 2022, and James took an unofficial visit...2025
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• LeBron James walks away from Lakers for ‘personal reasons’ as he plays some of the worst basketball of his career

LeBron James appears to be searching for answers as he steps away from the Lakers amid a worrying decline and swirling trade rumors....2024
• Taking his talents: Bronny to enter draft, portal

Bronny James will enter the NBA draft as well as the transfer portal. The USC freshman and son of LeBron James averaged 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists....2024
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• LeBron James’ dunk was so good it shouldn’t be possible for a 40-year-old

LeBron casually uncorked a dunk that shouldn’t be possible for a 40-year-old man. LeBron James is the oldest player in the NBA, but there are times when he still feels like one of the most athletic. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar turned 40 years old in Dec., and he’s still playing some amazing basketball. It looked like LeBron might finally be losing ground to father time this season, but he’s w...2025
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• The Heat bowing to Jimmy Butler’s trade demand proves NBA superstars have near-unlimited power
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• LeBron James breaks another Michael Jordan record in Lakers' win over Hawks

LeBron James finishes with 30 points, breaking Michael Jordan's record for most career 30-point games in the Lakers' 119-102 win over the Atlanta Hawks....2025
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• LeBron breaks Jordan's record for 30-point games
With an 18-foot jumper with 5:58 to play, LeBron James reached at least 30 points in the regular season for the 563rd time in his career, breaking the record established by Michael Jordan in 2003....2025
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• And-Ones: All-Star Voting, NBAGL Standouts, Diamond Sports, Rookies
MVP candidates Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Bucks and Nikola Jokic of the Nuggets are the leading vote-getters in their respective conferences in the first All-Star fan voting results announced by the NBA on Thursday (Twitter link). Jayson Tatum, Karl-Anthony Towns, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James are the other stars who rank among the top three […]...2025
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• LeBron James and Max Christie lead Lakers past Portland with Anthony Davis out

LeBron James makes a season-high seven three-pointers and Max Christie scores a career-high 28 points to lift the Lakers to victory over the Trail Blazers....2025
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• NBA All-Star voting has 3 things fans got right, and 3 things they got wrong in 2025
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• Cavs Bounce Lakers in LA, Keep Right On Rolling Into New Year

The Cavaliers are sending a loud message to the rest of the league as 2025 tips off. The latest example came on New Year’s Eve in Los Angeles, when they toppled LeBron James and the Lakers 122-110 and extendedtheir winning streak to eight games. They’ve won each of those eight by at least 10 points. […] The post Cavs Bounce Lakers in LA, Keep Right On Rolling Into New Year appeared first on ...2025
• NBA Players React to Team USA’s Gold Medal Win

Team USA has defeated France to win gold at the Paris Olympics, prevailing 98-87 in the final on Saturday. Steph Curry was spectacular with 24 points, five assists and eight three-pointers, while LeBron James added 14 points, six rebounds and 10 assists, and was named tournament MVP. The win capped off a highly entertaining run […] The post NBA Players React to Team USA’s Gold Medal Wi...2024
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• Taking his talents: Bronny to enter draft, portal
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• 'Bronny doesn't have to play': LeBron James glad he does because father-son duo 'pretty special'
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• LeBron James’ dunk was so good it shouldn’t be possible for a 40-year-old
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• LeBron James' son Bryce committed to Arizona. Will dad stick around NBA to play with second son?

Could LeBron James join Gordie Howe as the only dads to play alongside two sons on a pro team? He has teamed up with Bronny. Bryce may be a couple of years away from making the NBA....2025
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• WATCH: Bronny and LeBron James share court together for first time during Lakers' preseason game

No father-son duo has ever played in the same NBA game, but that should change soon...2024
• LeBron James has animated moment with young French fan during Olympic celebration

James was seen surrounded by paparazzi while getting out of his car and a child eager to snag a picture with the living legend was immediately rebuffed....2024
• Young fan adorably freaks out when she realizes LeBron James is setting next to her for Lakers-Warriors
"This is the best moment of my life."...2023
• LeBron Staying Ready while Focusing on his Family
LeBron James is working out at home while loading up on family time during the COVID-19 hiatus....2020
• Sock hop: LeBron defends elation amid criticism
LeBron James, who had already exited a blowout win and had given his shoes to kids in the stands, defended his celebration of teammate Kyle Kuzma in which James hopped off the bench onto the corner of the court....2019
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• LeBron: NCAA 'corrupt'; give kids alternative
LeBron James says the NCAA is "corrupt" and the NBA should shore up its farm system to accommodate kids who want to play but don't think school is the right choice....2018
• LeBron: NCAA 'corrupt'; give kids alternative
LeBron James says the NCAA is "corrupt" and the NBA should shore up its farm system to accommodate kids who want to play but don't think school is the right choice....2018

• Sources: LeBron open to FA talks with Warriors
Provided they can free up salary and offer him a max contract, the Warriors could position themselves to secure a meeting with LeBron James if, as expected, the Cavaliers star declines his $35.6M player option and becomes an unrestricted free agent....2018
• LeBron James leads Lakers, Clippers in exiting NBA players meeting after voting to cancel season, per report
James has a history of using his platform for social change...2020
• Teenager with Leukemia Overjoyed by Hug from LeBron James
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• LeBron James is no longer a Cowboys fan because of team's alleged stance on kneeling during national anthem

James' allegiance now lies with his hometown Browns...2022
• Does Kobe Bryant Respond to a Heckler by Counting His Rings?
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• LeBron James Discusses Playing Michael Jordan 1-on-1, Charity Work
2015

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• Throwback Thursday: 16-Year-Old LeBron James Talks About His Future in the NBA
2015
• LeBron James' voting rights group donating $100,000 to pay fines and fees so ex-felons can vote in Florida
LeBron founded More Than A Vote earlier this year...2020

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• Is Kevin Durant Bound for Golden State? Not If He Remains True to Himself
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• Maverick Carter Advising Investment Group Forming Basketball League To Rival NBA
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• Chandler Parsons Ranks Kevin Durant Ahead Of Kobe Bryant In All-Time NBA Player Rankings: ‘He’s Not Top-3’
When people talk about the greatest players to ever have graced a basketball court, the debate usually includes the likes of Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant. However, former player Chandler Parsons believes otherwise, as he would take one of them out of the Top 3 and exchange one of them for a current […] The post Chandler Parsons Ranks Kevin Durant Ahead Of Kobe Bryant In All-...2025
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• LeBron James reveals the secret to scandal-free career: ‘Can’t be a s—t show’

LeBron James revealed his blueprint for how he's built success with such class and grace on and off of the court....2025
• NBA DFS: Top DraftKings, FanDuel daily Fantasy basketball picks for Monday, Jan. 13 include LeBron James

SportsLine's Mike McClure, a daily Fantasy pro with more than $2 million in winnings, gives optimal NBA DFS lineup advice for Monday, Jan. 13....2025
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• LeBron James sends message to those affected by LA wildfires as NBA postpones second Lakers game

LeBron James sent his support to those dealing with the effects of the raging Los Angeles wildfires as the NBA has seen coaches lose homes and games rescheduled....2025
• Get to know Teresa Weatherspoon, Phil Handy, and the other 4 Unrivaled coaches

Photo by Kamil Krzaczynski/NBAE via Getty Images Everything you need to know about the six head coaches who will lead Unrivaled clubs this winter. Unrivaled — the new 3-on-3 professional women’s basketball league — launches next Friday, Jan. 17 in Miami. 36 of the best players in the WNBA will be participating, including Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart (the league’s two co-founders),...2025
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• Check out LeBron James switching hands mid-air for lefty poster dunk

Father time is not winning this race right now....2025
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• The Suns benching Bradley Beal could have deeper meaning for NBA trade rumors
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• The Heat bowing to Jimmy Butler’s trade demand proves NBA superstars have near-unlimited power
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• LeBron James reveals the secret to scandal-free career: ‘Can’t be a s—t show’
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• LeBron James blasts officiating, replay center after Lakers' collapse, also calls out refs from different game

Denver beat L.A. on a Jamal Murray buzzer-beater to take 2-0 series lead...2024
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• LeBron James trade rumors shut down by agent Rich Paul: Lakers superstar 'won't be traded'

There was some speculation on social media that James could be traded...2024
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• LeBron James walks off court before final buzzer in Game 6, doesn't shake hands with Grizzlies

The Lakers defeated the Grizzlies 125-85 and advanced to the second round...2023
• Lakers' LeBron James questions why media hasn't asked him about Jerry Jones photo scandal

James compared the Jones' photo to the situation involving Kyrie Irving...2022
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• LeBron James’ new-look Lakers gets harsh reality check from Nets star Blake Griffin
The entire basketball world may be buzzing about the Los Angeles Lakers’ impressive haul over the offseason, but it looks like one man remains unfazed. Brooklyn Nets star Blake Griffin doesn’t appear to be too worried about LeBron James’ new-look Lakers, and the six-time All-Star even had a bit of advice for LA. Griffin’s message […] The post LeBron James’ new-l...2021
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• RUMOR: Carmelo Anthony linked with Lakers to team up with LeBron James
Could we see a potential banana boat team up in Los Angeles? There’s some buzz that’s emerged with Carmelo Anthony being linked to a possible move to the Lakers. The star who last played for the Portland Trail Blazers is currently a free agent this offseason, with the 18-year NBA veteran still adamant he can […] The post RUMOR: Carmelo Anthony linked with Lakers to team up with L...2021
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• LeBron: Refs falling for sexy allure of shooters
LeBron James, after a loss to the Spurs in which he took only four free throws, said NBA officiating caters more to outside shooters than players who regularly drive to the basket....2018
• Horry Scale: LeBron James caps overtime thriller with fadeaway buzzer-beater to sink Wolves
A reminder on The Horry Scale: It breaks down a game-winning buzzer-beater (GWBB) in the categories of difficulty, game situation (was the team tied or behind at the time?), importance (playoff game or garden-variety night in November?) and celebration. Then we give it an overall grade on a scale of 1-5 Robert Horrys, named for the patron saint of last-second answered prayers....2018
• Is Kevin Durant Bound for Golden State? Not If He Remains True to Himself
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