Antonio Kozlow, Author at Basketball Insiders | NBA Rumors And Basketball News Sat, 22 Nov 2025 01:07:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Chris DeMarco Leaves Warriors to Become New Liberty Head Coach https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/chris-demarco-leaves-warriors-to-become-new-liberty-head-coach/ Sat, 22 Nov 2025 01:07:02 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365474 Golden State Warriors assistant coach Chris DeMarco is taking the next major step in his career. The four-time NBA champion is leaving the NBA to become the new head coach of the New York Liberty, giving him his first chance to lead a professional team. A Surprise Move After a Long Warriors Run The news […]

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]]> LaMelo Ball Shuts Down Trade Rumors After Yahoo Report https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/lamelo-ball-shuts-down-trade-rumors-after-yahoo-report/ Sat, 22 Nov 2025 00:18:02 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365472 Ball Responds Quickly to Speculation LaMelo Ball met with reporters on Friday and directly addressed a report about his future in Charlotte. On Thursday, Yahoo Sports claimed the Hornets star was “open to being traded” during the team’s rough start. Ball rejected that idea almost immediately on social media. He then reinforced his position when […]

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]]> Raptors’ Early Surge Puts Two Major Awards in Play https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/raptors-early-surge-puts-two-major-awards-in-play/ Fri, 21 Nov 2025 23:32:03 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365470 Rajaković Emerging as a Coach of the Year Contender The Toronto Raptors’ 10–5 start has reshaped expectations in the Eastern Conference. Sitting second behind Detroit, Toronto has looked deeper, more cohesive, and more disciplined than in previous seasons. Much of that turnaround points directly to head coach Darko Rajaković. Rajaković took over in the 2023 […]

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]]> NBA Opens Season With Biggest Viewership Surge in 15 Years https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/nba-opens-season-with-biggest-viewership-surge-in-15-years/ Thu, 20 Nov 2025 23:02:42 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365457 Broadcast Numbers Reach New Heights The NBA’s first month delivered its strongest national viewership in 15 years. On Thursday, the league announced that national broadcasts on NBC/Peacock, Amazon Prime Video and ESPN have already drawn more than 60 million viewers. That figure excludes the 2011–12 season, which opened on Christmas Day. The new numbers land […]

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]]> Bronny James Returns to South Bay as Lakers Adjust Rotation https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/bronny-james-returns-to-south-bay-as-lakers-adjust-rotation/ Thu, 20 Nov 2025 22:33:13 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365453 Assignment Marks Another Step in His Development Bronny James has been assigned to the G League’s South Bay Lakers, the Los Angeles Lakers announced on Thursday. The decision continues a pattern from last season, when the rookie guard split time between the NBA roster and South Bay. The organization has used the G League to […]

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]]> McDaniels Sidelined as Wolves Adjust Without Locked-In Star https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/mcdaniels-sidelined-as-wolves-adjust-without-locked-in-star/ Thu, 20 Nov 2025 04:36:52 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365404 Unexpected Absence The Minnesota Timberwolves will play without forward Jaden McDaniels on Wednesday due to a sprained left wrist. ESPN and The Washington Post reported that this marks his first game missed since December 2023. McDaniels exited Monday’s 120-96 win over the Dallas Mavericks early, logging just 23 minutes before sitting out completely late in […]

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]]> LeBron’s Return Comes With a Symbolic Torch-Passing to Dončić https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/lebrons-return-comes-with-a-symbolic-torch-passing-to-doncic/ Thu, 20 Nov 2025 04:19:00 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365401 LeBron James returned to the court Tuesday night and made history once again. The Los Angeles Lakers star became the first player ever to appear in an NBA 23rd season during the team’s 140–126 win over the Utah Jazz. After missing the first month of the season with sciatica, James finally stepped back onto the […]

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]]> Cooper Flagg to Miss First NBA Game vs. Knicks https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/cooper-flagg-to-miss-first-nba-game-vs-knicks/ Thu, 20 Nov 2025 04:05:17 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365398 The Dallas Mavericks will be without rookie standout Cooper Flagg for the first time this season. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Wednesday that Flagg will sit out the nationally televised matchup against the New York Knicks, scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET on ESPN. The No. 1 pick had played in all 15 games leading into the […]

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]]> Butler Snaps at Hield After Costly Turnover vs. Magic https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/butler-snaps-at-hield-after-costly-turnover-vs-magic/ Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:30:28 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365394 Golden State’s 121–113 loss to the Magic on Tuesday night delivered a rare moment of real tension between Jimmy Butler and Buddy Hield. The Warriors struggled throughout the game, but one sequence late in the first quarter stood out and sparked a heated exchange between the two veterans. The play unfolded when Butler lofted a […]

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]]> Hawks’ Surge Without Trae Young Sparks Major Trade Talk https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/hawks-surge-without-trae-young-sparks-major-trade-talk/ Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:15:39 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365389 The Atlanta Hawks have entered a surprising stretch of winning basketball without their franchise star, Trae Young. Atlanta has won seven of its past 10 games and now sits one game out of second place in the Eastern Conference. The most eye-opening development has been the defense. Since Young went down, the Hawks have produced […]

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]]> Steve Kerr Calls Warriors’ Early Schedule the Toughest of His NBA Career https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/steve-kerr-calls-warriors-early-schedule-the-toughest-of-his-nba-career/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 20:36:59 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365338 Warriors Navigate Heavy Travel to Open Season The Golden State Warriors have dealt with one of the most demanding starts to the 2025–26 season. By the time they finish their back-to-back in Florida this week, the team will have played 17 games in 29 days. Even more challenging, 12 of those 17 will have taken […]

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]]> Raptors Weigh Options With Valuable 2026 First-Round Pick https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/raptors-weigh-options-with-valuable-2026-first-round-pick/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 19:22:42 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365324 Strong Start Raises New Possibilities The Toronto Raptors have opened the season with momentum, winning nine of their first 14 games. Their strong play has sparked early questions about how the front office will approach the trade deadline, especially with a valuable first-round pick in the loaded 2026 NBA Draft. ESPN’s Jeremy Woo currently projects […]

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]]> LeBron and Curry Signal the End of an Olympic Era https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/lebron-and-curry-signal-the-end-of-an-olympic-era/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:22:11 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365321 Stars Reflect on 2028 and Beyond LeBron James and Stephen Curry have given fans a clear message about their Olympic futures — and neither expects to suit up for Team USA in 2028. During the latest episode of their “Mind the Game” podcast, co-hosted by Steve Nash, both future Hall of Famers explained why the […]

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]]> Mike Breen Warns NBA: Losing RSNs Would Hurt the Fans https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/mike-breen-warns-nba-losing-rsns-would-hurt-the-fans/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:07:12 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365280 A Shift That Worries One of the League’s Iconic Voices New York Knicks play-by-play announcer Mike Breen believes the NBA is taking a risky turn with its media strategy. In an interview with BALLISLIFE.com, he said the league is moving too quickly away from regional sports networks (RSNs) and toward national and streaming platforms. Breen […]

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]]> Two Prospects Emerge in Early 2026 NBA Draft Conversations https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/two-prospects-emerge-in-early-2026-nba-draft-conversations/ Mon, 17 Nov 2025 19:16:22 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365270 Biliew Builds Momentum at Wake Forest The early stretch of the 2025 college basketball season has given scouts a clearer look at a wide range of prospects, from elite freshmen to experienced veterans. Among the latter group, Wake Forest forward Omaha Biliew delivered his strongest performance of the year on Sunday in the Demon Deacons’ […]

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]]> ESPN Reverts NBA Box Score Format After Tim Legler’s Public Outburst https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/espn-reverts-nba-box-score-format-after-tim-leglers-public-outburst/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:44:21 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365205 Fans Push Back on Sudden Stat Order Change ESPN quietly adjusted its NBA box score layout again this week after a month of frustration from fans and analysts. When the season opened, viewers noticed that the network had changed the order of key statistics without warning. The new layout placed certain numbers in unfamiliar spots, […]

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]]> Mock Trade Suggests Hornets Return Mavs’ 2027 Pick for Youth Boost https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/mock-trade-suggests-hornets-return-mavs-2027-pick-for-youth-boost/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:33:19 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365202 Quinn’s Proposal Centers on Value Over Draft Position A recent mock trade from Sam Quinn sparked discussion around the Charlotte Hornets’ future assets. In his scenario, Charlotte sends Collin Sexton and the 2027 first-round pick originally owned by the Dallas Mavericks back to Dallas. In exchange, the Hornets receive Max Christie and Daniel Gafford. Quinn […]

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]]> Isaiah Joe’s Return Supercharges Thunder’s Elite Start https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/isaiah-joes-return-supercharges-thunders-elite-start/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:12:05 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365200 Sharpshooting Impact on OKC’s Offense The Oklahoma City Thunder have opened the 2025-26 season with a blistering 12-1 record, looking every bit like the defending champions. After surviving early back-to-back double-overtime wins against Houston and Indiana, the team has shifted into a dominant rhythm. A major reason is the return of guard Isaiah Joe, whose […]

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]]> Jaime Jaquez Jr. Shines as Heat Aim to Handle Short-Handed Cavaliers https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/jaime-jaquez-jr-shines-as-heat-aim-to-handle-short-handed-cavaliers/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:21:42 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365095 Miami Looks to Capitalize on Cleveland’s Injuries The Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers meet again Wednesday night in South Beach, but the Cavaliers arrive severely shorthanded. Cleveland will be without Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, Max Strus, and Jaylon Tyson, while Larry Nance Jr. remains questionable. Despite missing key players, the Cavaliers can still […]

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]]> Nikola Jokic’s Historic Start: The MVP Big Man Is Rewriting NBA Record Books https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/nikola-jokics-historic-start-the-mvp-big-man-is-rewriting-nba-record-books/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:34:59 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365086 Dominating With Unmatched Efficiency Nikola Jokic is redefining what dominance looks like. Through the Denver Nuggets’ first ten games of the season, the Serbian superstar is averaging 26.2 points, 13.2 rebounds, and 11.4 assists per game, while shooting an incredible 66.9% from the field. If Jokic maintains this pace, he will become the first player […]

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]]> Brandon Ingram Apologizes After Bottle Incident: “It Wasn’t My Intention at All” https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/brandon-ingram-apologizes-after-bottle-incident-it-wasnt-my-intention-at-all/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:15:13 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365081 Emotional Moment Leads to $25K Fine Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram apologized publicly after being fined $25,000 by the NBA for throwing a water bottle that accidentally struck a bystander during Saturday’s loss to the Philadelphia 76ers. The league announced the fine Monday, citing Ingram for “forcibly throwing” the bottle to the floor while on […]

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]]> Justin Edwards Shines in Win and Gets a Playful Scolding from Mom https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/justin-edwards-shines-in-win-and-gets-a-playful-scolding-from-mom/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 16:34:03 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365074 Breakout Night for the Young Forward Philadelphia 76ers forward Justin Edwards delivered the best performance of his young career in Tuesday’s 102-100 victory over the Boston Celtics. Coming off the bench, the second-year player scored 22 points on 8-of-9 shooting, including 5-of-6 from three-point range, in 27 minutes. He also recorded three rebounds, three assists, […]

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]]> Without LeBron: Doncic and Reaves Ready for Thunder Test https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/without-lebron-doncic-and-reaves-ready-for-thunder-test/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 15:44:52 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=365065 Healthy Backcourt Ready for a Challenge The Los Angeles Lakers continue to adjust to life without LeBron James, but Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are showing why their backcourt can still dominate. When healthy, the two form one of the league’s most effective guard duos. They’ll have another chance to prove it Wednesday as the […]

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]]> Bradley Beal Sidelined With Hip Injury, Expected to Miss Multiple Games https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/bradley-beal-sidelined-with-hip-injury-expected-to-miss-multiple-games/ Tue, 11 Nov 2025 04:09:30 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=364995 Beal’s Injury and Timeline Los Angeles Clippers guard Bradley Beal will miss time after injuring his left hip. Head coach Tyronn Lue confirmed the news before Monday’s game against the Atlanta Hawks. The team expects Beal to sit out multiple games while doctors complete imaging to learn more about the injury. Beal, 32, hurt his […]

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]]> Victor Wembanyama Extends Historic NBA Record With Unreal Performance https://www.basketballinsiders.org/news/victor-wembanyama-extends-historic-nba-record-with-unreal-performance/ Tue, 11 Nov 2025 03:55:24 +0000 https://www.basketballinsiders.org/?p=364993 A Night to Remember Victor Wembanyama continues to redefine what’s possible on a basketball court. On Monday night, the San Antonio Spurs’ 7-foot-4 phenom delivered another unforgettable performance in the team’s win over the Chicago Bulls. Late in the game, Wembanyama calmly hit a step-back three-pointer over his defender, giving the Spurs the lead for […]

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