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NBA Chat With Yannis 5/24/13
Join senior NBA and NCAA editor Yannis Koutroupis for his weekly chat this Friday May 24 at 7 pm est! »Read More
NBA AM: Doc Rivers Unavailable
The Brooklyn Nets were denied permission to speak to Doc Rivers about being their next head coach... LeBron James proves MJ's scouting report wrong again... Up close with Will Clyburn. »Read More
NBA Saturday: Top 5 Destinations For Jefferson
A look at the top five destinations for Al Jefferson in free agency... News and notes from the NBA Draft combine... Video of the day with Reggie Bullock... »Read More
NBA PM: Kansas Lands A Star In Wiggins
A deeper look into how Andrew Wiggins fits in at Kansas... Josh Oppenheimer is one of the best basketball trainers not in the NBA yet... Learning about Point 3 apparel. »Read More
NBA AM: Which Higher Seed Is In More Trouble?
A look at which higher seed in the NBA playoffs that is in the most trouble... Andrew Wiggins set to make his collegiate choice Tuesday... Abdul Gaddy workout video.... »Read More
NBA AM: Waiters Striving For Greatness
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dion Waiters is already putting in work this offseason... Thoughts on the 2013 NBA Draft Combine participants list... Danny Ainge talks Celtics' offseason... »Read More
NBA PM: Nash: Lakers Are Right For Dwight
Steve Nash thinks Dwight Howard should stay with the Lakers... Up close with Aaron Gordon... Glen Rice Jr. ready for the NBA Draft. »Read More
NBA Chat With Yannis 4/26/13
Join senior NBA editor Yannis Koutroupis for his weekly chat this Friday April 26 at 2pm est! »Read More
NBA AM: Spurs Making Early Statement
The Spurs have looked as good as anyone through two games of the 2013 playoffs... Up close with Karl Towns Jr... A look at the D-League Finals... Nate McMillan hoping for a return to... »Read More
NBA PM: Mike Brown’s Chance At Redemption
Mike Brown will finally be ably to truly prove his worth as a head coach in his second stint with the Cavaliers... Up close with Kentucky commit Julius Randle... Looking at the Bobcats' decision... »Read More
Top Prospects At The 2013 Nike Hoops Summit
The stars of tomorrow took court in Portland, Oregon this past week at the 2013 Nike Hoops Summit. Here's a look at who stood out. »Read More
NBA Chat With Yannis 4/20/13
Join senior NBA editor Yannis Koutroupis for his weekly chat this Saturday April 20 at 6:30 pm est! »Read More
The Los Angeles Lakers’ Next Star
Dwight Howard won't want to stay with the Lakers if he's going to be a one man show, with that in mind we take a look at how they can find their next star... »Read More
Full 2013 NBA Mock Draft – 4/14/13
HOOPSWORLD releases it's full 2013 NBA Mock Draft for the week of April 14. »Read More
2013 Portsmouth Invitational – All-Tourney Team
HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the 2013 Portsmouth Invitational All-Tournament team and what they did to help their draft stock. »Read More
2013 Portsmouth Invitational – Day Three
HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the top performers from day three of the 2013 Portsmouth Invitational. »Read More
NBA Chat With Yannis 4/12/13
Join senior NBA editor Yannis Koutroupis for his weekly chat this Friday April 12 at 8 pm est! »Read More
NBA AM: Getting Noticed In Portsmouth
Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey talks about the benefit of the Portsmouth Invitational... Andrew Bogut re-injures his troublesome left ankle... The Chicago Bulls snap another streak... »Read More
2013 Portsmouth Invitational – Day Two
HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the standouts from day two of the 2013 Portsmouth Invitational. »Read More
2013 Portsmouth Invitational – Day One
HOOPSWORLD takes a look at who stood out in the first day of the 2013 Portsmouth Invitational. »Read More
Louisville Wins 2013 NCAA Championship
The Louisville Cardinals won the 2013 NCAA Championship 82-76 over the Michigan Wolverines. »Read More
Full 2013 NBA Mock Draft – 4/7/13
HOOPSWORLD releases its full 2013 NBA mock draft for the week of April 7. »Read More
NBA Chat With Yannis 4/5/21
Join senior NBA writer and editor Yannis Koutroupis for his weekly chat this Friday April 5 at 11 am est! »Read More
Can Warriors Match Nuggets’ Intensity?
HOOPSWORLD takes a look at a potential first-round series between the Denver Nuggets and Golden State Warriors. »Read More
2013 NBA Draft: Who’s In, Who’s Out?
A continuously updated list with everyone who is considering, has declared, or is not declaring for the 2013 NBA Draft. »Read More
NBA PM: Hibbert, Pacers Take Pride In Defense
Roy Hibbert talks about the Pacers' commitment to defense... Jay-Z enters the sports agency world... NBA comments on Greg Willard's passing... Carmelo Anthony talks Knicks... »Read More
Full 2013 NBA Mock Draft – 3/31/13
HOOPSWORLD releases it's latest mock draft reflecting the movement from the 2013 NCAA Tournament. »Read More
NBA Chat With Yannis 3/29/30
Join senior NBA and NCAA analyst Yannis Koutroupis for his weekly chat this Friday March 29 at 11 am est! »Read More
NBA AM: The Lakers’ Ultimate Undoing
The Lakers have had a tumultuous season, but all the drama is not going to ultimately be their undoing... Which big man do you trust the most as a finisher? Butler head coach Brad... »Read More
HOOPSWORLD TV: FGCU’s Surprise Run
Yannis Koutroupis and Alex Kennedy discuss Florida Gulf Coast's surprise run to the Sweet 16 in the latest edition of HOOPSWORLD TV. »Read More
NBA Chat With Yannis 3/22/13
Join senior NBA and NCAA analyst Yannis Koutroupis for his weekly chat this Friday at 11 am est! »Read More
NBA Chat With Yannis 3/15/13
Join senior NBA and NCAA editor Yannis Koutroupis for his weekly chat this Friday March 15 at 11 am est! »Read More
2013 Full NBA Mock Draft – 3/10/13
With the regular season just about done in college basketball, HOOPSWORLD releases its latest mock draft. »Read More
NCAA: Top SF Prospects In 2013 NBA Draft
HOOPSWORLD's positional rankings continue with a look at the top small forward prospects in the 2013 NBA Draft in the NCAA. »Read More
NBA Chat With Yannis 3/8/13
Join senior NBA and NCAA analyst Yannis Koutroupis for his weekly chat this Friday March 8 at 11 am est! »Read More
NBA AM: Hibbert Peaking At Right Time?
Roy Hibbert has been playing improved basketball so far this month... Gregg Popovich jokes about running plays for Cory Joseph... Big night in the Western Conference... Harris, Wayns getting called up from D-League. »Read More
NCAA: Top SG Prospects in 2013 NBA Draft
HOOPSWORLD's positional rankings continue with the shooting guards, where some of the best prospects in the 2013 NBA Draft play. »Read More
Surviving Without Tony Parker
Looking at who the San Antonio Spurs will rely on without Tony Parker and how much time he'll have to get in shape once he does return from his left ankle injury. »Read More
NCAA: Top PG Prospects in 2013 NBA Draft
A look at the top point guards in college basketball with the 2013 NBA Draft in mind. »Read More
NBA Chat With Yannis 3/1/13
Join senior NBA and NCAA analyst Yannis Koutroupis for his weekly chat this Friday March 1 at 11 am est! »Read More
NBA AM: The Rejuvenation of Jermaine O’Neal
The secret behind the rejuvenation of Jermaine O'Neal, who looks to still have a couple years in the tank. Sacramento submits their final counter offer to keep the Kings... Up close with rookie guard... »Read More
2013 Full NBA Mock Draft – 2/24/13
HOOPSWORLD's senior NBA Draft analyst Yannis Koutroupis releases the latest edition of his full 60-pick 2013 NBA mock draft. »Read More
HOOPSWORLD TV: Bulls Stand Pat
Yannis Koutroupis and Joel Brigham discuss the Chicago Bulls' decision to stand pat in the latest edition of HOOPSWORLD TV. »Read More
NBA Chat With Yannis 2/22/13
Join senior NBA and NCAA analyst Yannis Koutroupis for his weekly chat this Friday Feb. 22 at 7 pm est! »Read More
NBA AM: Biggest Questions Of The Final Stretch
A look at the five biggest questions during the final stretch of the season... J.J. Redick gets emotional about leaving Orlando... DeJuan Blair has opposite feelings about staying in San Antonio. »Read More
2013 NBA Trade Deadline Deals That Got Done
A look at all the trades that got completed before the 2013 NBA Trade Deadline and an analysis on why it was completed from both team's perspectives. »Read More

Pacers Out Of Hunt For Redick
The Indiana Pacers have not succeeded in their attempts to land J.J. Redick from the Orlando Magic. »Read More

Eric Maynor To Portland Trail Blazers?
The Portland Trail Blazers could be adding some depth behind Damian Lillard at point guard prior to the trade deadline. - Yannis Koutroupis »Read More

76ers, Bucks, Pacers Still Pursuing Redick
The pursuit of J.J. Redick is currently compromised of the Philadelphia 76ers, Milwaukee Bucks and Indiana Pacers. The San Antonio Spurs, who were very interested as of earlier today, now appear to be out... »Read More

Nets Still Holding Out Hope For Smith
The Brooklyn Nets have still not given up on their pursuit of Josh Smith, even with the Milwaukee Bucks looking like they are the favorites to land him if Atlanta does decide to trade... »Read More

Suns Out Of Running For Josh Smith?
The Phoenix Suns have been interested in Atlanta Hawks guard Josh Smith the longest. However, it looks like their run for him is going to come up a bit short with the Milwaukee Bucks... »Read More

Milwaukee, Atlanta Still Working On Josh Smith Trade
With 50 minutes left before the NBA’s trade deadline, the Atlanta Hawks and Milwaukee Bucks are still seriously engaged in trade talks for Josh Smith. »Read More

Mozgov Staying Put?
The Denver Nuggets have been fielding a lot of interest for center Timofey Mozgov, but it does not look like he will be going anywhere. - Yannis Koutroupis »Read More

Grizzlies Acquire Pittman
Yahoo! Sports Marc J. Spears is reporting that the Grizzlies trade for Miami HEAT center Dexter Pittman has been agreed to. HOOPSWORLD sources confirm it, as well. The Grizzlies will be giving up a... »Read More

Lakers Searching For Perimeter Help
The Los Angeles Lakers have not been spectators at this year’s trade deadline. As of moments ago they were still trying to see what perimeter players were available in exchange for some of the... »Read More

Lakers Looking To Free Up Roster Spots
The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to dump Chris Duhon, Devin Ebanks, Darius Morris and Steve Blake for second-round picks according to Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo! Sports. The move would not only help the... »Read More

Dallas Looking At Beno Udrih?
The Dallas Mavericks are trying to acquire Milwaukee Bucks backup point guard Ben Udrih, but the Bucks will not be willing to let go of him until closer to the deadline in case they... »Read More

At Least Five Teams Calling On Redick
Orlando Magic shooting guard J.J. Redick, who will be a free agent at season’s end, is drawing interest from the San Antonio Spurs, Indiana Pacers, Milwaukee Bucks, Detroit Pistons and Washington Wizards according to... »Read More

Houston Still In The Mix For Josh Smith
Yahoo! Sports Adrian Wojnarowski is reporting that the Houston Rockets are still trying to make a trade for Atlanta Hawks forward Josh Smith. However, Smith is set to become an unrestricted free agent and... »Read More

Spurs, Rockets Have Options
If the San Antonio Spurs and Houston Rockets want to make a deal, they will have plenty of offers to choose from. The likelihood of DeJuan Blair being moved is high. Blair was a... »Read More

Kupchak: Dwight Howard is the Future
Los Angeles Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak appeared on ESPN’s Colin Cowherd this morning and made it adamantly clear that Dwight Howard is not available in potential trades despite the fact that he was... »Read More

Hornets, Warriors Discussing Eric Gordon Deal?
Sources confirm the Hornets would be interested in any trade deal with the Golden State Warriors that would include second-year shooting guard Klay Thompson. But sources indicate the Warriors are reluctant to part ways... »Read More
D-League: Royce White’s Leap Of Faith
Royce White has taken a leap of faith with the Houston Rockets and only time will tell whether or not it will end up paying off for either side. »Read More


















































