Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Kyrie Irving across Basketball, Soccer, Nascar.
Former Michigan head coach Dusty May explains why he left to join the Dallas Mavericks, citing NBA interest, roster stability, and alignment with leadership, while naming Mike Boynton Jr. as his successor.
Dusty May left the University of Michigan to become the head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, citing family considerations, a strong leadership group and a talented young roster as decisive factors.
After a tumultuous offseason, the Dallas Mavericks have assembled a roster that blends fresh talent with proven veterans, while new leadership looks to translate ambition into on‑court success.
After stints across Asia, Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Cleanthony Early is channeling his basketball journey into a summer camp in Poughkeepsie, teaming up with Darnell Edge and Justin Robinson to give young players a taste of elite training.
A look at the latest top‑50 fantasy basketball rankings, highlighting key players, breakout candidates and the ripple effects of offseason moves across the NBA.
With LeBron James now in Philadelphia and a wave of offseason trades reshaping team dynamics, the latest 9‑category fantasy rankings blend veteran certainty with emerging talent, offering a roadmap for owners seeking edge.
Kentucky’s head coach Mark Pope sees Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander’s traits in sophomore guard Alex Wilkins, a Furman transfer whose early performances hint at a promising future for the Wildcats.
Two brothers from the West Bank have relocated to Minnesota, where they balance college and high‑school basketball while aiming to showcase Palestine’s emerging talent.
James Harden has declined his $42.3 million player option, opening the door to a new contract and setting the stage for a pivotal offseason for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Oklahoma City sends Lu Dort to Atlanta, receives protected second‑round picks, and clears salary to drop below the second apron, while the Mavericks add a top pick alongside Kyrie Irving and Cooper Flagg.
A look at the key storylines that could reshape the fantasy value of the league’s most coveted players ahead of the 2026‑27 season.
Freshman guard Jeremiah Minus helped his club team PhD Hoops USA capture gold at the United World Games in Austria, defeating Team Quebec of Canada 34‑21 in the championship match. The tournament tested his ability to adjust to FIBA regulations, and his mother, Arlene Carter, watched every minute from home. Back in Massachusetts, Minus is expected to make an impact for New Heights Charter School of Brockton while continuing on the AAU circuit in Las Vegas and Manalapan, New Jersey.
Thompson argues that a modest height increase would elevate Irving to the pinnacle of basketball, citing his unguardable shot and flawless game.
LeBron James' potential move back to Cleveland raises questions about roster compatibility, financial limits, and the optimal on‑court environment offered by Golden State.
The Rangeview boys basketball team spent the summer traveling across Colorado as their home gym was under construction, culminating in the Colorado Live Showcase where they faced Utah’s Rowland Hall, topped Chaparral and Cherokee Trail, and began shaping a roster that will miss Marceles Duncan but lean on Archie Weatherspoon V and a group of emerging players.
After guiding Michigan to a national title, Dusty May announced his move to the Dallas Mavericks, attracted by the franchise’s people and its young talent pool.
Dusty May discussed his transition from college basketball to the NBA, emphasizing the people, quality of life in Dallas, and the Mavericks' potential to return to the playoffs.
The 7th Annual Native American Jr. Nationals in Mesa brought together over 500 indigenous basketball teams from around the world, highlighting the sport’s deep cultural roots and its power as a lifeline for resilience.
Cameron Boozer, the 18‑year‑old rookie, is already drawing praise as the Grizzlies pivot toward a new era, while Ja Morant’s tumultuous stint sparks trade speculation across the league.
A veteran analyst argues that the much‑maligned American grassroots system deserves credit for producing a deep 2026 draft class, while also exposing the strengths and blind spots of international models.
A look at the young players whose statistical trajectories and draft positions suggest they could become major contributors in fantasy leagues and on the court next season.
The first round of the NBA Draft saw the Sacramento Kings select guard Darius Acuff Jr. seventh overall, a move that has drawn acclaim from basketball analysts who see him as a long‑term cornerstone and a possible Rookie of the Year candidate.
With the NBA Draft looming, ESPN analyst Jeremy Woo predicts that forward Nate Ament could be selected ninth overall by the Dallas Mavericks, a move that would pair him with Cooper Flagg and reshape the franchise’s frontcourt.
Since 1947, the NBA Draft has produced a parade of No. 1 overall selections, many of whom honed their games at top collegiate programs. This article traces the schools and high schools that have supplied the league’s most coveted first‑overall talents, spotlighting Duke’s six picks, the Cavaliers’ record six selections, and the rise of phenoms like Cooper Flagg.