Around the Association: Stars Aligning in Sacramento, 20 Years of LeBrons, Simmons Returns to Philly, More

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The Sacramento Kings are quickly becoming this season’s Cinderella Story with an efficient offense, a young roster, and a fun vibe.

Kings Riding Seven-Game Win Streak

The Sacramento Kings top-rated offense (by efficiency standards) was tasked with its toughest test yet on Tuesday night when they visited the Memphis Grizzlies, the team that led the NBA in forced turnovers last season.

Sacramento answered the call for the majority of the game, leading the Grizzlies by 12 with about four minutes to play in the game when Memphis ratcheted up the defensive intensity, and forced six turnovers in the final four minutes, giving Memphis a chance to win the game.

Yet the Kings were able to hold on for a 113-109 win over the Grizzlies, an escape act impressive as any we’ve seen this season, pushing their record to 10-6 with their seventh straight win after starting the season 3-6.

A month into Mike Brown’s first season in Sacramento and the Kings have their longest winning streak since 2004 as they try to snap a 16-season playoff drought.

The Kings early-season success may be a surprise to some, but no Da’Aaron Fox, who said before the season started that the stars were beginning to align in Sacramento:

The Athletic Ranks LeBron’s Greatest Sneakers

I’m not much more than a comfortable pair of Nike running shoe kind of guy these days in my early 30s, but back in the day, circa 2003, when I was 13 years old, and LeBron James was the most anticipated NBA prospect since Kobe Bryant, I was a big sneakers fan.

I mean, how could I not be, right? I grew up in Chicago, and my parents always ensured I had a fresh pair of Jordans for — at a minimum — back-to-school season. But being born in 1990 and not old enough to truly appreciate Jordan’s greatness until he was in the twilight of his career, I always looked for a new, more followable NBA star to gravitate to.

LeBron was that guy back then, and his $90 million contract with Nike ensured that both worlds collided for me. I’ll never forget the Nike Air Zoom Lebron 1, or even more so, the Nike LeBron Zoom 2 with the St. Vincent-St. Mary Irish colorway. Being a South Side kid, the Irish moniker and colorway was another mashup of different avenues of my life and culture. I rocked those with the Nike SVSM Irish jersey circa 8th-grade times.

The Athletic ranked the 20 best LeBron sneakers in honor of the release of his 20th signature show and two decades since he took the NBA and sneaker world by storm.

Check it out if that is (or was) your cup of tea:

Ben Simmons’ Return to Philly

To say that Ben Simmons isn’t a very popular fellow in the Philadelphia area would be an understatement. Charles Barkley gave us a good laugh before Simmons, and the Nets took on the Sixers last night when he joked that Simmons needed an oversized jacket to cover up some protective gear for his return to Philly.

But it was Simmons that had the last laugh this time around. Simmons knocked down a pair of first-quarter free throws amid a flurry of loud boos from Philadelphia fans. Simmons wanted those badly. A career 60 percent free throw shooter, you know he loved putting them down as the boos rained down on him.

Simmons logged 11 points, 11 assists, and seven rebounds, but the Sixers beat the Nets 115-106 on Tuesday night. Simmons, however, has found a spark of late after reports of teammates and coaches being unhappy with him and questioning his passion for the game. Simmons is averaging 14.8 points, 6.5 assists, and 8.3 rebounds per game on 79 percent shooting over his last four.

And Ones

  • Was there ever a better gamesman than Michael Jordan?

  • Is ‘The Brow’ back?

  • I would be lying if I said that I wasn’t envious of the team that the Cleveland Cavaliers have put together, especially this guy:

  • We’ve got heckuva slate on tap tonight for all you hoop-heads. Dallas and Boston are in the early slot on ESPN with the Clippers and Warriors as the night cap, the Bulls and Bucks (locally) and 10 NBA League Pass games:

  • Remember when Kevin Love scored 34 points in a first quarter, BY HIMSELF!?

  • Happy Thanksgiving!

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Brett Taylor
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Chicago Cubs Announce 2025 Promotional Schedule (With a Very Enjoyable Video)

Today, the Chicago Cubs announced their 2025 promotional schedule, which you can find right here. For the announcement, the Cubs crafted a promotion Hall of Fame video, which actually did take me back to some of my favorites. Bonus appearance from Dansby Swanson, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and Dansby Swanson's hair at the end: We'll take five Dansby hair headbands pls and thank you. 😂Your 2025 Promo Calendar is here: https://t.co/xl9NjjhTM7 pic.twitter.com/95k9Zd6K6t—...

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Javier Assad Has a Mild Oblique Strain

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Brett Taylor
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Chicago Cubs Sign Righty Pitching Prospect Brayden Spears

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Brett Taylor
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Brett Taylor
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Shōta Imanaga on Starting in Japan, on Improving His MLB Performance, and More

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Michael Cerami
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Kenley Jansen Reportedly Signs 1-Year Deal with the Angels

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Brett Taylor
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The Latest News on Nico Hoerner is Still “All Good So Far”

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Brett Taylor
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Cubs Reportedly Eyeing Justin Turner As They Wait on Alex Bregman

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It Begins: Javier Assad and Brandon Birdsell Dealing With Ailments

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Luis C. Medina
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Luis C. Medina
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Luis C. Medina
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Luis C. Medina
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Box Score & Players Grades: Pistons 132, Bulls 92 – February 11, 2025

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Elias Schuster
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Elias Schuster
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After Trade Deadline Move, Raptors Sign Brandon Ingram to Three-Year Extension

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Elias Schuster
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So the Mavericks Are Now Ejecting Fans Who Are Upset with the Luka Doncic Trade

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Matt Rooney
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Matas Buzelis Sounds Like a Vet, Back-to-Back with Detroit, Here Comes Cade, and Other Bulls Bullets

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Elias Schuster
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The Rightful Owner of the Minnesota Timberwolves Has Finally Been Announced

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Elias Schuster
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The Bulls Lottery Odds Have Slightly Improved in Recent Weeks, Can It Continue?

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Chicago Blackhawks
Tab Bamford
Feb 11, 2025
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Blackhawks Prospects Highlight New Top 100 Rankings

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Tab Bamford
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Blackhawks Prospect Oliver Moore Talks Coaches, Winning, All-Around Play, Going Pro, More

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Tab Bamford
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Tab Bamford
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Tab Bamford
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Intrigue, Questions, Hope Surround Blackhawks 2020 NHL Draft Class

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Teuvo Teräväinen Appreciation, Del Mastro to Rockford, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

The Chicago Blackhawks have but one representative heading to the 4 Nations Face-Off this week. Teuvo Teräväinen will skate for Finland. So, with no Blackhawks anything happening for the next week or so outside of those games and with the Super Bowl overwhelming the sports world yesterday, let's take a moment to chat about the return of Turbo this season. A great zone entry from the Foligno line leads to...

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Tab Bamford
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Consistent Bedard, More Donato, Where are the Young D? Prospect Highlights, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

The Blackhawks closed their pre-break schedule with another tough loss. They were really good in the first period... and then the wheels seemingly fell off in the second (again). The second period has been an issue for the Blackhawks all season, but this was like they decided to splice a period of the game tape from the Florida game into the middle of an otherwise solid performance. Connor Bedard goes...

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Tab Bamford
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Blackhawks 5, Blues 6 (SO) — Three Stars, Key Takeaways

Remember when the Blackhawks played the Blues outdoors almost six weeks ago and it didn't go very well. That game has been sitting in the minds of the guys who played in it since then. Frank Nazar mentioned payback after the game on Friday night in Chicago. And the opening 20 minutes looked like the Blackhawks had something in store for the Blues. Two goals 38 seconds apart staked the...

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Tab Bamford
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Blackhawks at Blues — Lineups, Broadcast Info, Game Thread

The Blackhawks close out their schedule before the 4 Nations Face-Off break in St. Louis -- and they'll be wearing their Winter Classic look (big fan of red on the road). Here's hoping the guys in the room feel like they owe the Blues a game because the last time they wore these jerseys against them it was the pathetic display at Wrigley Field. Broadcast Info Puck Drop: 6:00 PM CTTV...

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Mount St. Mary’s vs Niagara Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – February 13

The Niagara Purple Eagles (1-20) will visit the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers (10-11) after losing 12 road games in a row.Mount St. Mary's vs. Niagara NCAA Game InfoDate: Thursday, February 13, 2025Time: 7:00 PM ETWhere: Emmitsburg, MarylandVenue: Knott ArenaLast Game...

Tulane vs Temple Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – February 15

The Tulane Green Wave (15-8) host the Temple Owls (14-10) in AAC action at Avron B. Fogelman Arena in the Devlin Fieldhouse, beginning at 4:00 PM ET on Saturday, February 15, 2025.Tulane vs. Temple NCAA Game InfoDate: Saturday, February 15,...

Little Rock vs Tennessee Tech Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – February 13

The Little Rock Trojans (13-11) bring a three-game winning streak into a home matchup with the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles (18-5), who have won nine straight.Little Rock vs. Tennessee Tech NCAA Game InfoDate: Thursday, February 13, 2025Time: 6:00 PM ETWhere:...

Texas Tech vs Baylor Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – February 15

The Baylor Bears (21-5) will try to build on a five-game win streak when they visit the Texas Tech Red Raiders (14-12) on February 15, 2025 at United Supermarkets Arena.Texas Tech vs. Baylor NCAA Game InfoDate: Saturday, February 15, 2025Time:...

Top 25 College Basketball Picks and Best Bets: February 12

Top-25 teams will hit the court in five games on Wednesday's college basketball slate. That includes the Arizona State Sun Devils squaring off against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at United Supermarkets Arena.How to Bet on Top 25 GamesTop 25...

How to Watch the 2025 The Genesis Invitational: TV Coverage, Live Stream, Tee Times

Torrey Pines (North), a 7,765-yard, par-72 course, is the setting for the 2025 The Genesis Invitational from February 13-16. Watch as the golfers pursue a purse of $20,000,000.00.From February 6- 9, Thomas Detry shot -24 at the WM Phoenix Open...

Sonego vs. van Assche Prediction at the Open 13 Provence – Wednesday, February 12

No. 35-ranked Lorenzo Sonego will meet No. 164 Luca van Assche in the Open 13 Provence Round of 16 on Wednesday, February 12.With -200 odds, Sonego is favored over van Assche (+154) in this match.Open 13 Provence InfoTournament: The Open...

How to Watch Wyoming Cowgirls vs. Air Force Falcons Women’s Basketball: Live Stream or on TV

The Wyoming Cowgirls (14-9) will look to build on a three-game win streak when they host the Air Force Falcons (14-9) on February 12, 2025. The Falcons have also won three games in a row.Wyoming was victorious in its most...

How to Watch UConn Huskies vs. St. John’s Red Storm Women’s Basketball: Live Stream or on TV

The St. John's Red Storm (13-10) will visit the UConn Huskies (22-3) after losing three straight road games.UConn won its most recent game versus Providence, 77-40, on Sunday. Paige Bueckers led the way with 20 points, and also had two...

South Dakota vs. UMKC Women’s Basketball: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch

Summit action features the South Dakota Coyotes (10-15) at home against the UMKC Kangaroos (10-15) on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 8:00 PM ET.South Dakota dropped its most recent game to North Dakota State, 75-65, on Saturday. Grace Larkins was...

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