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Tyrese already told us that he wears fake watches because he knows that they have the potential to grow legs and come up missing.
Just ask New York Knicks guard Josh Hart who lost $185,000 worth of jewelry during a stay at a luxury hotel in SoHo.
According to the New York Post, in early September, Hart was staying at The Dominick Hotel when a bag containing three watches and some additional jewelry was taken from Hart’s room.
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Hart reportedly told investigators that the bag was missing and that the items were worth some $185,000. Police have not released a description of the suspect and there has been no word of an arrest or that the items have been returned to Hart. The case remains active, according to law enforcement officials who spoke with the Post.
The incident reportedly happened during the off season and a full two months before the NBA season was set to start. No word on why the incident is just being released now since the alleged theft occurred in September.
Josh Hart became a Knick in 2023, and it didn’t take long for him to establish himself as one of the team’s most dependable pieces. His blend of toughness, versatility, and nonstop hustle has turned him into the kind of guard who fills whatever gap New York needs on any given night—whether that’s crashing the boards, defending multiple positions, or jump-starting the offense.
Hart’s competitive edge was evident long before he reached the league. At Villanova, he played a major role in the Wildcats’ 2016 national title run, sharing the court with Jalen Brunson and Mikal Bridges. That championship bond has followed the trio to the Knicks, where their shared history has added a unique layer to the team’s chemistry.
Since settling into New York, Hart has continued to expand his impact. He broke the franchise record for triple-doubles last season, a testament to how thoroughly he shapes games even when he’s not scoring.
Meanwhile, the Dominick Hotel in SoHo—perched on Spring Street with panoramic views of Manhattan and the Hudson—remains one of the neighborhood’s marquee luxury properties. Its new ownership by a major investment group signals that significant updates to the building could be on the horizon.
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Just a few months ago it seemed like things might’ve been fizzling out between Klay Thompson and Megan Thee Stallion when Klay didn’t seem too interested in answering questions about his Hip-Hop hottie. But such notions have seemingly been put to rest, as the NBA player just made quite the gesture via his boat.
Over Thanksgiving weekend, Klay Thompson reiterated just how much love he has for his woman by revealing that he named his prized boat the “SS Stallion” after his Grammy award-winning wifey. With Megan posing alongside the boat, one can understand why Klay would go to such lengths to remind everyone he’s spoken for both on land and on sea. If he names a plane after her, he might be off the market forreal-forreal, ladies.
Needless to say, fans took to the comments to praise the NBA player for going to such lengths to demonstrate just how much Megan Thee Stallion means to him, and while some haters were quick to label him a “simp,” others congratulated the couple for holding each other down commenting things like “There is no couple I am currently rooting harder for than this one.”
The big reveal came just days after Megan Thee Stallion showed everyone how she got down in the kitchen on Thanksgiving for her man and the family, as she whipped up a stellar meal that would make any man proud.
Y’all just know Pardison Fontaine somewhere punching air or something. Just sayin’.
What do y’all think about Klay Thompson naming his boat after Megan Thee Stallion? Simp or pimp sh*t? Do y’all think they’ll stand the test of time? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
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If Thanksgiving is for the NFL, the Wednesday before Thanksgiving is for the NBA. The top teams in the in-season tournament, including the Detroit Pistons, Oklahoma City Thunder, Golden State Warriors and others, face off in group play.
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When Does NBA Cup Group Play Start?
NBA Cup group play broadcasts live on Wednesday, Nov. 26 with a triple-header that kicks off at 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT. The pro basketball games air on ESPN. Check out a complete schedule for the NBA Cup here.
Who’s Playing During NBA Cup Group Play?
There are three NBA Cup games scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 26 on ESPN.
Detroit Pistons vs. Boston Celtics: 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Oklahoma City Thunder: 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT
Houston Rockets vs. Golden State Warriors: 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT
DirecTV
A subscription to DirecTV — which comes with ESPN — gets you access to live TV, local and cable channels, starting at $49.99 per month (with the streamer’s current deals). The service even offers a five-day free trial to watch for free, if you sign up now.
You can watch local networks such as NBC, ABC, CBS and PBS, while you can also watch many cable networks, including ESPN, FS1, Lifetime, FX, AMC, A&E, Bravo, BET, MTV, Paramount Network, Cartoon Network, VH1, Fuse, CNN, Food Network, CNBC and many others.
Sling TV
With prices starting as low as $1 for the Sling Day Pass, a subscription to Sling Orange, which comes with ESPN, gets you access to live TV from popular cable channels. Additionally, you can watch cable networks, including ESPN2, ESPN3, Disney Channel, Freeform, MotorTrend, A&E, AMC, BBC America, BET, CNN, Comedy Central, Food Network, Fuse, HGTV, History Channel, IFC, Lifetime, Nick Jr., QVC, TBS, TNT, Travel Channel, Vice and many others.
Please note: Prices and channel availability depends on your local TV market. You can learn more about Sling TV here.
Hulu + Live TV
NBA Cup group play is available to watch with Hulu + Live TV too. Prices for the cable alternative start at $89.99 per month, while each plan comes with Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN Unlimited for free.
Hulu + Live TV might be best for those who want all of these streaming services together in one bundle. It also features many other networks, including ABC, ESPN2, CBS, Hallmark Channel, BET, CMT, Disney Channel, NBC, Fox Sports and more.
Fubo
To watch NBA Cup group play on ESPN, Fubo starts at $54.99 per month (the streamer’s current deal) with more than 200 channels — including local and cable — that are streamable on smart TVs, smartphones, tablets and on web browsers. And with a five-day free trial, you can watch for free, if you act fast and sign up now.
The service even gets you live access to local broadcast networks including ABC, Fox and CBS, while it also has dozens of cable networks, such as ESPN2, CMT, ID, TV Land, VH1, TLC, FS1, MTV, FX, Ion, OWN, Paramount Network and much more.
Which Celebrities Are Making Appearances During NBA Cup Group Play?
It’s likely there will be a number of celebrities and recording artists in attendance during NBA Cup group play games — such as Detroit Pistons fans Eminem, Sada Baby and Kid Rock; Boston Celtics fans Gucci Mane, Steven Tyler and Becky G; Minnesota Timberwolves fans Yung Gravy, Lil B and Craig Kilborn; Oklahoma City Thunder fans Kristin Chenoweth, Bill Hader and Billy Martin from Good Charlotte; Houston Rockets fans J. Cole, Travis Scott and Simone Biles; as well as Golden State Warriors fans E-40, Zendaya and Carlos Santana. Tune in to find out who’s sitting courtside.
Starting at 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT, NBA Cup group play tripleheader broadcasts on ESPN, while it’s also available to livestream with DirecTV on Wednesday, Nov. 26.
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Ever since the Houston Rockets acquired all-star Kevin Durant in a trade with the Phoenix Suns during the summer, there has been a new spark and energy for the team. Although Cleveland is considered the favorite to go the NBA Finals, the new-look Rockets may give the Cavs some trouble on the court.
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The Houston Rockets take on the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio on Wednesday, Nov. 19. This game could be a preview of the NBA Finals this season, with the Rockets and Cavs expected to lead the pack in the west and east, respectively.
Rockets vs. Cavs Game, at a Glance
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 19
Location: Rocket Arena, Cleveland, Ohio
Tipoff: 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT
Network: ESPN
Stream: Sling TV
When Does Houston Rockets vs. Cleveland Cavs Game Start?
Houston Rockets vs. Cleveland Cavs game broadcasts live, with tipoff at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT.
Where to Watch Houston Rockets vs. Cleveland Cavs Online
The Houston Rockets vs. Cleveland Cavs game broadcasts on ESPN, and it’s also livestreams on Sling Orange. Keep reading for more details on how cord-cutters can watch the Rockets-Cavs game online with Sling TV.
How to Watch Houston Rockets vs. Cleveland Cavs With Sling TV
A subscription to Sling Orange, which comes with ESPN, gets you access to live TV from popular cable channels.
You can watch cable networks, including ESPN2, ESPN3, Disney Channel, Freeform, MotorTrend, A&E, AMC, BBC America, BET, CNN, Comedy Central, Food Network, Fuse, HGTV, History Channel, IFC, Lifetime, Nick Jr., QVC, TBS, TNT, Travel Channel, Vice and many others.
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Which Celebrities Are Making Appearances During Rockets vs. Cavs?
It’s likely there will be a number of celebrities and recording artists in attendance during Wednesday night’s game — such as Houston Rockets fans J. Cole, Travis Scott, Simone Biles and others; as well as Cleveland Cavs fans Machine Gun Kelly, Usher, Drew Carey and others. Tune in to Sling TV to find out who’s sitting courtside.
Starting at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT, Houston Rockets vs. Cleveland Cavs broadcast on ESPN, while it’s also available to livestream on Sling TV on Wednesday, Nov. 19.
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Ever since the Los Angeles Lakers acquired all-star Luka Doncic in a trade with the Dallas Mavericks last season, there has been a new spark and energy for the team. Although Oklahoma City is considered the favorite to win the NBA Finals again, the new-look Lakers may give the Thunder some trouble repeating on the court.
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The Los Angeles Lakers take on the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on Wednesday, Nov. 12. This game could be a preview of the Western Conference Finals this season, with the Lakers and Thunder expected to lead the pack in the west.
When Does L.A. Lakers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Game Start?
L.A. Lakers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder game broadcasts live, with tipoff at 9:30 p.m. ET/6:30 p.m. PT.
Where to Watch L.A. Lakers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Online
L.A. Lakers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder game broadcasts on ESPN, and it’s also livestreams on Sling Orange. Keep reading for more details on how cord-cutters can watch the Lakers-Thunder game online with Sling TV.
How to Watch L.A. Lakers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder With Sling TV
A subscription to Sling Orange, which comes with ESPN, gets you access to live TV from popular cable channels.
You can watch cable networks, including ESPN2, ESPN3, Disney Channel, Freeform, MotorTrend, A&E, AMC, BBC America, BET, CNN, Comedy Central, Food Network, Fuse, HGTV, History Channel, IFC, Lifetime, Nick Jr., QVC, TBS, TNT, Travel Channel, Vice and many others.
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Which Celebrities Are Making Appearances During Lakers vs. Thunder?
It’s likely there will be a number of celebrities and recording artists in attendance during Wednesday night’s game — such as L.A. Lakers fans Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Flea, Anthony Kiedis, Kendrick Lamar and others; as well as Oklahoma City Thunder fans Kristin Chenoweth, Bill Hader, Olivia Munn, Hanson and others. Tune in to Sling TV to find out who’s sitting courtside on celebrity row.
Starting at 9:30 p.m. ET/6:30 p.m. PT, L.A. Lakers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder broadcast on ESPN, while it’s also available to livestream on Sling TV on Wednesday, Nov. 12.
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Former NBA player Maurice Taylor joins The Fumble and takes them on a trip down memory lane.
Real hoopers know Detroit breeds A1 talent, and Maurice is a prime example of that. From his time at the University of Michigan to being drafted by the Los Angeles Clippers in 1997, 14th overall. Taylor expressed to The Fumble squad that basketball wasn’t always in the cards for him; it was football.
He learned quickly that he wasn’t going to be needing cleats, “I found out early I was built for an indoor sport. Football was my first love.”
Also adding that football “Oklahoma Drills” turned him and a lot of others into basketball players. Maurice also went in-depth about the positive impact his city of Detroit had on him. Looking up to Jalen Rose, Derrick Coleman, & Glen Rice. Positive examples of people who looked like him, came from the same city, and were doing something positive with their lives.
Taylor also kept it real about his thoughts on the Fab Five scandal: “I don’t think we were respected in the way we should’ve been for what we did for the university.” The experience made him understand the world of capitalism and also self-worth. Once he understood his worth, it made him start asking questions, why can’t he can’t afford a jersey that he is making popular for the university?
Fans of the Fab Five will never forget their impact despite the backlash.
Maurice also reflected on his time at the University of Michigan, saying, “Michigan influenced me a lot. We were transitional for Michigan. They have always been known as a football school. Seeing inner-city kids come from Detroit and change the culture in Michigan put them on a path they wouldn’t have been on.”
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Lenny Wilkens, a basketball legend who amassed a decorated playing career ahead of his shift into coaching, has died, according to reports. Known as a savvy playmaker and one of many player-coach hybrids, Lenny Wilkens’ contributions to the sport were recognized by the NBA in both fields.
ESPN reports that Lenny Wilkens, a native of Brooklyn, N.Y., didn’t play basketball until his senior year of high school. While Wilkens was not described as a superhuman physical specimen, his knowledge and feel for the game as a playmaker catapulted him in the eyes of sports media and observers to the tune of nine NBA All-Star player selections.
Wilkens attended college at Providence College, leading the school to the NIT finals in 1960. He was drafted sixth overall in the 1960 NBA Draft by the St. Louis Hawks, spending eight seasons there before heading to the Seattle Supersonics, leading the league in assists during the 1969-70 campaign.
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From 1969 to 1972, Wilkens was a player-coach for the Supersonics, and did the same for the Portland Trailblazers before becoming a full-time head coach for one season. Wikens returned to Seattle to coach his former team for eight seasons, winning the NBA championship in 1978.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver shared a statment in honor of Wilkens.
“Lenny Wilkens represented the very best of the NBA — as a Hall of Fame player, Hall of Fame coach, and one of the game’s most respected ambassadors,” said Silver in the statement. “So much so that, four years ago, Lenny received the unique distinction of being named one of the league’s 75 greatest players and 15 greatest coaches of all time.”
Wilkens was first inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame as a player in 1989, 1998 as a coach, and 2010 as a member of the “Dream Team.”
Lenny Wilkens passed away at his home in Medina, Wash. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn Reed, their three children, Leesha, Randy, and Jamee, and a host of grandchildren.
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Ever since the Timberwolves and the Knicks made a blockbuster trade last season, the NBA teams’ fates have been tied together. It was one of those rare instances where both teams improved, with Minnesota acquiring all-star Julius Randle and New York getting Karl-Anthony Towns in the trade. And now, one season later, the teams are still bitter rivals on the court.
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The Minnesota Timberwolves take on the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan on Wednesday, Nov. 5. This game could be a preview of the NBA Finals this season, with the Wolves and Knicks expected to lead the pack in the Western and Eastern Conferences, respectively.
When Does Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New York Knicks Game Start?
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New York Knicks game broadcasts live, with tipoff at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT.
Where to Watch Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New York Knicks Online
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New York Knicks game broadcasts on ESPN, and it’s also livestreams on Sling Orange. Keep reading for more details on how cord-cutters can watch the Wolves-Knicks game online with Sling TV.
How to Watch Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New York Knicks With Sling TV
A subscription to Sling Orange, which comes with ESPN, gets you access to live TV from popular cable channels.
You can watch cable networks, including ESPN2, ESPN3, Disney Channel, Freeform, MotorTrend, A&E, AMC, BBC America, BET, CNN, Comedy Central, Food Network, Fuse, HGTV, History Channel, IFC, Lifetime, Nick Jr., QVC, TBS, TNT, Travel Channel, Vice and many others.
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Which Celebrities Are Making Appearances During T-Wolves vs. Knicks?
It’s likely there will be a number of celebrities and recording artists in attendance during Wednesday night’s game — such as New York Knicks fans Bad Bunny, Cardi B, Ice Spice, Fat Joe, Alicia Keys & Swizz Beatz, Timothée Chalamet, Spike Lee and others; as well as Minnesota Timberwolves fans Lil B, Josh Duhamel, Craig Kilborn and others. Tune in to Sling TV to find out who’s sitting courtside on celebrity row.
Starting at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT, Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New York Knicks broadcast on ESPN, while it’s also available to livestream on Sling TV on Wednesday, Nov. 5.
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As the beginning of the 2025-26 NBA season continues to deliver nonstop action, Playboi Carti and Mitchell & Ness have teamed up for a throwback NBA League collection. The limited-edition collaboration celebrates Carti’s love for basketball while reimagining classic NBA jerseys through his lens.
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Known for wearing basketball jerseys backwards, similar to hip hop group Kris Kross back in the ’90s, the collection offers a fresh take on basketball culture with a design sensibility rooted in authenticity, originality and individuality. The collection showcases exclusive designs from the Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Bulls, Atlanta Hawks, New Jersey Nets, Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers and two Toronto Raptors styles.
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Marked with “YVL”, each piece pays homage to Carti’s Young Vamp Life—a record label, collective, and clothing company built on his pure unfiltered individuality. Through his avant-garde, punk-inspired approach to style, Playboi Carti has redefined the boundaries between streetwear and high fashion for this generation of hip hop heads. Often seen pairing vintage sportswear with edgy, oversized silhouettes, Carti is known globally for his bold statement pieces and unexpected textures that mirror his disruptive musical energy. This brings that similar DNA to the sports world merging basketball nostalgia with his raw, genre-defying vision.
The Playboi Carti x Mitchell & Ness NBA League Collection will be available exclusively on Fanatics.com, Complex Shop and MitchellandNess.com, beginning November 6th. Make sure to check back here as we will update this story with our favorite NBA jerseys from the collection below. Spoiler alert, it’s the Philadelphia 76ers jersey.
As we patiently wait for the collection to drop, Billie Eilish also released a multi-piece headwear NBA collaboration with Mitchell & Ness. Shop the playful and nostalgic snapbacks below.
Mitchell & Ness x Billie Eilish Los Angeles Lakers Snapback
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Mitchell & Ness x Billie Eilish Milwaukee Bucks Snapback
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Mitchell & Ness x Billie Eilish Chicago Bulls Snapback
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Mitchell & Ness x Billie Eilish Boston Celtics Snapback
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Play By Play Studios / NBA The Run
Gamers have been screaming for the return of NBA Street. Now, former developers of the long-dormant video game franchise look to answer those cries with NBA The Run.
Play By Play Studios, which is comprised of former EA Sports developers, has secured both official NBA and NBPA licenses for its new game, NBA The Run.
NBA The Run will serve as a spiritual successor to EA Sports Big’s iconic 3v3 basketball game, NBA Street, and its equally, if not more popular, sequel, NBA Street Vol . 2.
Before the game landed NBA and NBPA licenses, it was known simply as The Run: Got Next in 2024 and was only going to feature original characters. Now players can look forward to playing street-style basketball using their favorite pro hoopers like Giannis Antetokounmpo, Steph Curry, Anthony Edwards, and even Cooper Flag.
Speaking with Brian Shea of Game Informer, studio founder and CEO Scott Probst touched on learning that he and his team were not alone in their love and appreciation for arcade-style streetball basketball games.
“We didn’t know; we were working in the shadows,” Probst told Game Informer. “We were making The Run: Got Next before it was licensed, and we didn’t really know. We had this sense that players would love this and players would still want it, and I think the reaction that we got was bigger and better than we actually thought it was going to be.”
NBA The Run Will Utilize Rollback Netcode
What made NBA Street so popular among gamers was its coop couch play, sparking many a battle between friends.
NBA The Run hopes to recapture that same energy, but with online crossplay, while using rollback netcode, which fighting games use to reduce the impact of ping differences in multiplayer sessions and level the playing field.
Bobbito Garcia, who handled the play-by-play in NBA Street, is in talks to return to NBA The Run when it launches on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S in 2026.
The reception to the game has been lukewarm, with many asking why not just bring NBA Street back?
We’re gonna hold judgment until we get hands-on with the game. Who knows, NBA The Run could be a banger.
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