NBA Finals showdown signals changing of the guard and new era. How did we arrive at this point?

Being a basketball fan is truly exciting right now. The game is transitioning smoothly from one era to the next. LeBron James has had an incredible two-decade career, and it’s time for King James to relinquish the crown. The luster of Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors’ decade-long success is beginning to fade. The … [Read more…]

Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper: Flagg tops OMFB’s list of the 12 best prospects in 2025 NBA draft

He is the Maine Event. The Great White Hype. The next Larry Legend. Everything you’ve heard, read, or seen about Cooper Flagg is true. He’s the real deal. Flagg has been on the radar of practically every NBA executive ever since his buzzy performance as a then 17-year-old against the U.S. men’s Olympic basketball team … [Read more…]

‘I know I can be better’: JJ Redick committed costly rookie mistakes in Lakers’ playoff exit

If the bar of success means winning 50 games, winning the division, and finishing as the third seed in the Western Conference playoffs, then JJ Redick had a successful rookie campaign as an NBA head coach. But the bar is much higher when you’re the coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. If the season doesn’t … [Read more…]

‘Playoff Jimmy’ Butler is real and he’s playing the role of Robin to help ‘Batman’ Steph Curry

Seeing is believing and the Golden State Warriors are getting an up-close-and-personal look at Playoff Jimmy. Jimmy Butler is showing up and showing out in a big way for his new team in the 2025 NBA playoffs. “He’s different. I’m happy he’s on our side,” Draymond Green said about Butler, who dropped 38 points to … [Read more…]

March Madness Elite 8: Players to watch in the 2025 NCAA men’s tournament

Cooper Flagg and Johni Broome have they eyes on an NCAA tournament title run. (Getty Images) Jack Gohlke and DJ Burns weren’t household names at the start of March Madness last year. By the time the tournament reached peak interest, Gohlke and Burns became major headlines. Gohlke starred in the opening round of the 2024 … [Read more…]

Luka Doncic is the new star in L.A. What history tells us about blockbuster Laker deals.

Los Angeles is the entertainment capital of the world. In order to compete in a city full of celebrities, you need a star. The Lakers franchise have been lucky enough to land some of the best players in basketball throughout their storied history. From Wilt Chamberlain to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to Magic Johnson to Shaquille O’Neal … [Read more…]

‘Pulse of our team’: Lakers honor 5-time champion Michael Cooper by retiring his No. 21 jersey

Tough as nails. Highly competitive. Nasty. Brutally honest. That’s how some of Michael Cooper’s teammates summarized his 12-year Hall of Fame career — all with the Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers honored the five-time NBA champion at halftime of the their game against the San Antonio Spurs on Jan. 13 at Crypto.com Arena (formerly Staples … [Read more…]

With Giannis leading the way, Bucks leaving Las Vegas a ‘better team’ after winning NBA Cup

Giannis Antetokounmpo was determined to win the NBA Cup. He came close in 2023, losing in the semifinals. A year later, Giannis and Milwaukee Bucks had some unfinished business in Las Vegas. They took care of business with an impressive all-around performance. Behind a suffocating defense and a triple-double from tournament MVP Antetokounmpo, the Bucks … [Read more…]

Golden State Warriors fans welcome back ‘Captain Klay’ in moving tribute: ‘It was really cool’

Klay Thompson returned to the Bay Area for the first time as a member of the visiting team. The Dallas Mavericks guard/forward wasn’t treated as a villain. He was treated like a conquering hero. Thompson, an integral part of the Warriors’ four NBA championships in his 13 years there, received the ol’ tip of the … [Read more…]

LeBron James feels ‘pure joy’ entering his 7th season with the Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James doesn’t want his son Bronny James to call him “Dad” when they are on the court together. But the 39-year-old NBA superstar couldn’t help avoid being a parent for a moment when he pulled a total Dad move just minutes into Lakers Media Day. At the conclusion of an interview session with Spectrum … [Read more…]