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Photo: Derrick Rose (Instagram) Former NBA MVP Derrick Rose has announced his retirement after a 16-year career. The 35-year-old shared his decision on social media, saying he is ready to focus on his family now. “I gave everything I had to basketball,” Rose said. “Now, it's time to give that same effort to my family.” Rose was a star from the start, joining the NBA as the first pick in the 2008 draft by his hometown team, the Chicago Bulls. He quickly made a name for himself with his exciting play and won the Rookie of the Year award. Photo: Derrick Rose (Instagram) In 2011, Rose became the youngest MVP in NBA history at just 22 years old. That season, he led the Bulls to a league-best record and helped them reach the Eastern Conference finals. Sadly, Rose's career took a major hit in 2012 when he tore his ACL during the playoffs. He missed the following season and struggled with injuries for much of his career. Rose played for several teams after his time with the Bulls, inc...

Photo: Rajon Rondo (Instagram) Former NBA point guard Rajon Rondo has pleaded guilty to a gun charge in Indiana. Despite the guilty plea, Rondo will not spend any time in jail. The incident began in January when Rondo was pulled over in Jackson County, Indiana, for driving over 100 mph. During the stop, police smelled marijuana and found a 9mm handgun, along with marijuana and drug paraphernalia in his car. Rondo was charged with unlawful possession of a firearm, as well as drug-related offenses. However, the drug charges were dropped as part of his plea deal. Instead of serving 180 days in jail, Rondo will be on probation for six months. During this time, he must stay employed and avoid using drugs or alcohol.   Photo: Rajon Rondo (Instagram) Rondo’s gun charge was linked to a 2022 incident where he allegedly threatened a woman with a gun. Although he was not charged in that case, an emergency protective order prohibited him from owning a firearm. Rondo initially pleaded not guil...

Photo: Carmelo Anthony (Instagram) Former NBA star Carmelo Anthony is looking to buy an NBA team, and he thinks teaming up with Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade would be perfect. Anthony talked about this idea on a recent episode of "7PM in Brooklyn." “I’m trying to raise money now, traveling around to fundraise,” Anthony said. “It’s hard, but it’s important because sports involve a lot of money, and not everyone understands that.” Anthony, who earned over $260 million during his NBA career, loves the idea of owning a team with Wade and LeBron James , who also joined the NBA in 2003. “That’s how you create a legacy,” he said. “I’d love to do it, but I’m not sure how open they are to it.” Photo: Carmelo Anthony (Instagram) Wade already has experience as a team owner. He became a minority owner of the Utah Jazz in 2021 and is also part of the ownership group for the Chicago Sky in the WNBA. Owning a team with Wade would be a dream come true for Anthony. Read Next: Khabib Nurmago...

Photo: Instagram/Delonte West Delonte West, a former NBA guard, was arrested early Thursday morning in Virginia on two misdemeanor charges. He was taken into custody for violating the conditions of his release and resisting arrest, according to local authorities. West, 40, is currently held at the Fairfax County Detention Center on a $2,000 bond. He is set to appear in court for arraignment at 8:30 a.m. EST on Friday. The incident began around 1 a.m. when Fairfax County police tried to serve a warrant on West in Groveton, Virginia. After a brief chase, officers found him unresponsive. Photo: Instagram/Delonte West They administered Narcan, a medication used for opioid overdoses, but it did not work initially. West was taken to a local hospital, where Narcan was given again and successfully revived him. He was then moved to the detention center. West, who has publicly discussed his battle with bipolar disorder, has struggled with substance abuse in recent years. In 2021, he received tre...

Photo: Instagram/Bill Walton NBA legend Bill Walton, a two-time NBA champion, passed away at the age of 71 after battling cancer, the NBA announced on Monday. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver paid tribute to Walton, saying, "Bill Walton was truly one of a kind. As a Hall of Fame player, he redefined the center position. His unique skills made him a dominant force at UCLA and in the NBA, leading to an MVP season, two championships, and spots on the NBA’s 50th and 75th Anniversary Teams. He was a beloved broadcaster known for his colorful commentary. Most of all, I will remember his zest for life and the warmth he shared with everyone. He will be deeply missed." Walton was a standout at UCLA under coach John Wooden, winning three national player of the year awards from 1972-74. He was the first overall pick in the 1974 NBA Draft by the Portland Trail Blazers, quickly making an impact and leading them to the 1977 NBA Championship, where he was named Finals MVP and the league MVP. P...

Photo: Instagram/Stan Van Gundy Stan Van Gundy, former NBA head coach, has opened up about the cause of his wife Kim's death, nearly a year after her unexpected passing.  Kim, who died in August 2023 at the age of 61, took her own life, Van Gundy revealed on the "South Beach Sessions" podcast with Dan Le Batard. Van Gundy, who last coached the New Orleans Pelicans in 2021, spoke about his deep grief and the lasting impact of his wife's death. "I can’t imagine that I’ll ever get over that. It was devastating," he said. Reflecting on their 35-year marriage, he shared how Kim was a constant presence in his life, making her loss even harder to bear. Photo: Instagram/Stan Van Gundy "I never, ever envisioned that I was going to live another day in my life without Kim," Van Gundy said. Despite knowing she was struggling, he never anticipated her taking her own life. Even after eight months, he finds it difficult to accept that she is gone and works hard t...

Photo: Instagram/LeBron James LeBron James , the iconic figure of the Los Angeles Lakers, is urging the NBA to reconsider its rules regarding challenges after a contentious playoff game against the Denver Nuggets last season.  The current system allows teams to challenge referee decisions, with a bonus challenge awarded if the first is successful. However, if a team succeeds in two challenges, they lose their timeouts, which James argues is unfair. In a crucial Game 5 matchup against the Nuggets, former Lakers head coach Darvin Ham used both challenges effectively, only to find the team disadvantaged in the final seconds due to a lack of timeouts. A similar situation arose in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals between the Dallas Mavericks and the Minnesota Timberwolves, reigniting debate over the rule. Photo: Instagram/LeBron James James took to social media to voice his concerns, highlighting the case of the Mavericks, who successfully challenged two calls but were unable to...

Photo: Instagram/Adam Silver NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has confirmed discussions about implementing a US vs. World format for the All-Star Game, marking a potential adjustment to the annual exhibition contest. In a conversation with Charles Barkley on CNN, Silver expressed consideration for separating teams between players from the United States and those from the rest of the world.  This comes after the reintroduction of the West vs. East format in the 2024 All-Star Game, following six years of captains selecting teammates in a draft. Photo: Instagram/Adam Silver Silver highlighted the lack of competitiveness in recent All-Star Games and suggested that focusing on making it a celebration of basketball might be more fitting. Teaming up international stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo , Luka Doncic , and Nikola Jokic against their US counterparts could offer an intriguing spectacle, particularly for fans in Europe.  While acknowledging the shift away from a purely competiti...

Photo: Instagram/Suga BTS's Suga has joined forces with the NBA to create an exciting new apparel collection. The collaboration, in partnership with American sports clothing company Mitchell & Ness, was unveiled by the National Basketball Association. Suga's deep-rooted love for basketball and his role as the NBA's global ambassador made him the perfect fit for this venture, as he consistently expresses support for NBA teams. Expressing his enthusiasm, Suga stated, "Music and basketball have been shared passions of mine since my youth, and it’s a dream to be named an NBA Ambassador." He eagerly anticipates the forthcoming collaborations with the NBA and is thrilled to present the unique collection to fans. #SUGAxNBA pic.twitter.com/x1uqdsddEO — NBA (@NBA) April 6, 2023 The SUGA x NBA capsule collection, thoughtfully designed by Suga himself, showcases merchandise featuring six iconic NBA teams. These teams were selected based on the U.S. cities where Suga...