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NBA players usually have side gigs like rapping or building their business and brand. Only a handful play other sports later in their careers, but apparently, Dwight Howard thinks he could fight in the Octagon and also beat LeBron James in an MMA fight. RELATED: LeBron James doesn’t think Michael Jordan’s teammates get enough credit […]

LeBron doled out the praise during his first of potentially many “Open Run” podcasts sponsored by Uninterrupted. After already calling Kawai Leonard one of the best defenders in the league, LeBron was asked by writer Stefan Marolachakis who he believed was the best young gun in the league. While league-wide players such as Karl Anthony […]

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 […]

A rivalry has been brewing over the past two years between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors. It began in the 2015 NBA Finals when the Warriors took down the short handed Cavs in 6 games. It only intensified after the Cavs overcame a 3-1 deficit to the Warriors in this year’s Finals to capture […]

When LeBron James started the conversation on his next big, and ambitious, goal of chasing a certain ghost that played in Chicago, a forest of eyebrows were raised. RELATED: LeBron James now has his eyes trained on the ghost of Michael Jordan The first thing that came to many people’s mind is the ring count. […]

LeBron James’ move to the Miami Heat was highly criticized, especially for the way he did it. Not letting his team know first and then having a television special in order to announce his leaving Cleveland made it even worse. James was the bad guy of the NBA for the next one or two years […]

Kyrie Irving finished these 2016 Rio Olympics averaging 11.4 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game in eight appearances. He wasn’t the leading scorer for Team USA, but he did join an elite class of Hall-of-Famers who also won an NBA Championship as well as an Olympic gold medal in the same summer. Irving […]

Kyrie Irving hasn’t had the easiest of roads, and has even had his struggles in these 2016 Rio Olympics. However, he’ll finish the summer of 2016 as an NBA Champion and an Olympic gold medalist. Irving helped lead both his Cleveland Cavaliers and Team USA to the championship and medal, respectively. Watch Irving receive his […]

Kyrie Irving weaves the Serbian defense displaying his ball-handling magic and then floats the shot up and in! If above video doesn’t work, try below video to watch Kyrie’s magic.

How does one take down a group warriors that have conquered the league like no other on their way to the final battle? It’s a tall order, but when you have the “Ultimate Warrior” on your side, it is possible. RELATED: LeBron James says opportunity to play for Gregg Popovich would be great As it […]

With six straight NBA Finals on his resume to go with three championships, LeBron James opted not to play in the 2016 Rio Olympics. He was one of many stars who opted not to play in these Olympics, but after playing the most minutes since 2011 and lifting the huge burden of winning a championship […]

In today’s day and age, when LeBron James wins, it’s “Kyrie Irving’s shot” or “Chris Bosh’s rebound and Ray Allen’s shot,” but when people often talk about Michael Jordan and the six championships in six attempts, he seems to understandably get a lot of the credit. But that shouldn’t take away from what his teammates […]

The Cavaliers won the NBA Championship, and it seems to have inspired and lifted the city of Cleveland, which includes the Indians. Before the Cavs won the championship on June 19, 2016, the Indians had a decent record of 37-30. It’s now been two months since the title, and the Cleveland Indians have moved way […]

It’s well known around the NBA that LeBron James is a freight train when it comes to scoring the ball. If LeBron puts his mind to it, there is nothing that can really stop him, however, according to LeBron, there are some people out there that can slow him down. Chatting on his new “Uninterrupted” […]

Greatness inspires greatness. Usain Bolt had to have seen LeBron James’ signature chest pound and stomp because he’s been using it on rare occasions for the past year. Here’s Bolt in last night’s Olympic events. RELATED: Usain Bolt imitates LeBron James’ chest pound and stomp celebration LeBron James has been quite busy this summer, but […]

Usain Bolt has been the fastest man alive for some time now and has continued to prove it throughout the Olympic Games in Rio. After winning the 100 and 200 meter sprints for the third consecutive Olympics, Bolt celebrated with a tribute and used LeBron James’ signature chest pound and stomp to celebrate the victory. […]

Team USA and Australia had an intense first matchup during the group stages of the Rio Olympics, and at this point of the tournament, a grudge match is looking more likely. It would be a very hyped up game as Australia has emerged as one of the favorites outside of the United States to claim […]

Kyrie Irving has been spectacular in these summer Olympics in Rio, helping his team to a 5-0 record in group play. Against Argentina last night, Irving was at it again, putting on a nasty double crossover on the Argentinian defender before hitting a floater in the lane.

LeBron James has had a busy summer, and it keeps getting busier. On Wednesday, he joined the newOpen Run podcast to discuss himself and J.R. Smith with co-hosts Jesse Williams and Stefan Marolachakis. RELATED: LeBron James has one ultimate goal after he retires James was asked what kind of animal he thinks J.R. would be, […]

He’s an athletic specimen, World Champion, MVP, promise-keeper and movie star – What’s left for LeBron James? A lot actually. When James entered his 22nd year on Earth, he had no idea he’d take the weakest team in NBA history to the Finals. 2007 is unbelievably far now, but thinking as a 32-year-old has LeBron […]

LeBron James finished Zero Dark Thirty as a returning NBA champion, and now he’s the celebrity and story every host and media needs. In the midst of an aggressive media tour, James has made stops on radio and instagram, but his next stop is television. Tonight: @NBA Superstar @KingJames is here! pic.twitter.com/76hhYLrsGd — The Daily […]

LeBron James came into the summer of 2016 a three-time NBA Champion, and brought one to his home-state of Ohio as well as the city of Cleveland. Six straight NBA Finals, three very impressive championships won, and one gold medal in that time as well for the King. But after passing up on the 2016 […]

As surreal as it is for the Cleveland Cavaliers being NBA champions, defending the title is another level of challenge. LeBron James knows that and he’s not wasting time, even during the summer, preparing for the task ahead. RELATED: LeBron James gives another incredible gift to 5,000 kids of his foundation: free day at Cedar […]

LeBron James is fresh off of signing his 3-year, $100 million contract with the Cavaliers, and he’s already giving back to his community. RELATED: LeBron James’ new contract with the Cavs includes a rare no-trade clause As part of his “I Promise” campaign with his LeBron James Family Foundation, James took 5,000 kids to the […]

J.R. Smith is on vacation in Amsterdam, Netherlands with his new wife and is enjoying life as an NBA Champion. One thing that many fans are still waiting on is his NBA contract. According to multiple sources, Smith and the Cavs expect an agreement soon and are just figuring out what the final figures will […]

The saying “If it ain’t broke, why fix it?” does not only apply to the LeBron James-led roster of the Cleveland Cavaliers. It is also apt for coach Tyronn Lue and his coaching staff. It’s no secret that the hardworking men on the Cavaliers’ bench have been very integral to the team’s success, even as […]

Last Thursday, LeBron James officially re=signed with the Cavs on a three-year deal worth $100 million. The deal will make James the highest paid player in the 2016-17 season. The $33 million he’ll make in the 2017-18 season will make him the highest paid player for a single season in NBA history, per Brian Windhorst. […]

If you didn’t know by now, LeBron James loves his Cavaliers. He loves his Cleveland, and he can’t wait to be back representing the setting of his storied career. James’ tales will always center around his work ethic. The $90 million-dollar Nike Prodigy at 17, capturing all the hype and elusive promises. In yet another […]

Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving is not being asked to do much scoring for Team USA in these Olympics, especially as one of only two point guards on the team. Coach Mike Krzyzewski emphasizes ball and man movement with Team USA, especially since they’ve got some incredible catch and shoot players. Playing alongside the likes […]

One of J.R. Smith’s childhood dreams will soon be realized in his hometown of Millstone Township, New Jersey. Smith and his father are opening a new lifestyle/sneaker store called Team Swish. J.R. spoke with Jared Zwerling of the NBPA, saying: “Ever since I got back with my wife, Jewel, last year and proposed to her […]

In a recent sit-down interview with Pierce Simpson of Complex News, Iman Shumpert discussed the Cavaliers’ championship celebration while roasting a few of his teammates. One of Simpson’s first questions touched on the team’s tendency to celebrate “shirtlessness.” When asked how it all started, Shumpert smiled, replying: “I think it was just the vibe – […]

Kyrie Irving continues to make great plays for Team USA. After knocking down a dagger three against Australia a few days ago and crossing over Boris Diaw earlier in today’s game, Irving caught a pass and stumbled down, but immediately threw up a perfect alley-oop pass to Kevin Durant who threw down the dunk.

Kyrie Irving wasn’t expected to do much in these Olympic games, especially with teammates like Paul George, Kevin Durant, and Klay Thompson. However, he’s still putting in work and throwing in the occasional crossover. Today, Irving drove at Boris Diaw and crossed him over with a nasty stepback and jumpshot.

No clever introduction is needed to depict LeBron James‘ comfort on a stage. No matter the size or stakes of the moment, the King only bows out once he captures it. Fulfilling a promise in fairytale style, James traveled down to Columbus this weekend to rap with Drake in Pop Style. Perhaps this is what […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers are likely the most close-knit group in the NBA. Nobody comes close to the hilarious jokes thrown at one another both in the locker room and occasionally off the floor. RELATED: REPORT: Basketball Insiders’ Steve Kyler provides postive update on Cavs, J.R. Smith It’s no surprise that when Iman Shumpert joined Complex […]

J.R. Smith is enjoying his championship offseason with his family, friends, and especially his new wife. Smith has yet to sign or agree to a new contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers despite almost two months since the Cavs won the NBA Championship. That doesn’t mean that he’s not going to return, however. RELATED: J.R. Smith […]

Kyrie Irving has lived a life that no one wants to live: a life without a mother. For the greater part of his life, Irving has been raised by his father and aunts since his mother passed away when he was just four years old. RELATED: Video: Kyrie Irving crosses over Serbia’s big man and […]

LeBron James signed his new $100 million deal with the Cavs on Saturday afternoon, and later made the official announcement on an episode of Bleacher Report’s Uninterrupted. RELATED: U.S. Coach: LeBron James should try out handball With the new deal, James will earn an average of $33.3 million annually for the next three years, putting […]

Kyrie Irving has been the closer for Team USA in these Olympic games, and tonight was no different. Here, Irving displays his beautiful ball handling skills, crossing over Serbia’s big man and finishing acrobatically at the rim. The shot was deflected off, but it was ruled goaltending since the Serbian player went through the him […]