Call it an unwanted blast from the past. During the broadcast of Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Celtics and Heat on Tuesday, TNT cameras panned to former Yankees teammates Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez as they watched the game with their respective parties at the Kaseya Center in Miami. Before transitioning … Read more
The Denver Nuggets are headed to the NBA Finals for the first time in franchise history, but conversation around LeBron James’ retirement tease has overshadowed their success. Charles Barkley was outraged Tuesday night during TNT’s Celtics-Heat coverage, saying the spotlight should have been on the Nuggets for their accomplishment. “I was so mad [Tuesday] morning … Read more
Jack Nicholson has had some grand times at Lakers games over the years, but Saturday night was not one of them. After the Nuggets defeated the Lakers 119-108 to take a 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven Western Conference finals, Denver star Nikola Jokic’s brothers, Nemanja and Strahinja, heckled Nicholson. “OMG the Jokic brothers exchanging pleasantries … Read more
It seems unlikely ESPN’s NBA analytics formula has ever watched basketball before. While it is certainly surprising that the Heat are beating the Celtics so summarily that Magic Johnson is flat-out saying Boston has “quit,” the idea that they could win the series was not nearly as unlikely as ESPN’s analytics forecasted. Before the series, … Read more
Lakers guard Austin Reaves’ girlfriend, Jenna Barber is enjoying the team’s playoff run. When Los Angeles took a 3-1 lead over the Warriors on its way to ousting the reigning champions in the second-round playoff series, Barber was ecstatic. “3-1 baby!!!! such a fun chapter in life,” she wrote in a Facebook post last week, … Read more
It is certainly not uncommon to see Eli and/or Peyton Manning appear in a commercial, but one may be surprised to see the famous quarterback brothers in the NBA’s new “We are all in the Finals” campaign. Eli recently told The Post he wasn’t sure how they were selected for this spot, but that he … Read more
Kenny Smith raised eyebrows during F1 weekend in Miami. The “Inside the NBA” personality hit the beach with with Brazilian model Aline Bernardes on Thursday, where he was photographed smiling and chatting with the brunette, who was in a sultry black bikini. Smith, who sported pink-colored swim trunks, was seen sipping a San Pellegrino. The … Read more
Kourtney Kellar is savoring every moment of the Knicks’ playoff run. In a video posted on TikTok last week, the model and ring girl — who is engaged to Knicks star Isaiah Hartenstein — can be seen modeling a pink Knicks bomber jacket from FISLL, a social impact apparel brand founded by former Knicks All-Star … Read more
A blast from Jordan Poole’s past had a front-row seat to the Warriors’ Game 2 win over the Lakers in their Western Conference semifinals series Thursday night. With Zendaya checking out the action from Chase Center in San Francisco, fans immediately took to social media to express excitement over the sighting — all the while … Read more
Jessica Alba’s courtside experience at Madison Square Garden was courtesy of a certain Knicks star. Hours after the Knicks topped the Miami Heat on Tuesday in Game 2 of their second-round playoff series, Alba, 42, posted a heartfelt thank-you note to New York forward Julius Randle, whom she called “a kind soul.” “Congrats @nyknicks on … Read more
Wedding planning has been chaotic for Celtics guard Marcus Smart and his fiancée Maisa Hallum. The couple, who got engaged in December, has slowed down their wedding plans temporarily amid Boston’s quest to reach the NBA Finals for a second straight year and a few other curveballs life threw at them. But fans are still … Read more
Celebrity Row was jam-packed Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden. A flurry of notable names flocked to MSG for Game 2 of the Knicks’ second-round playoff series against the Heat, including actress and businesswoman Jessica Alba, who sat courtside for New York’s 111-105 win. Alba, 42, sported a snakeskin-print blazer over a black top for … Read more
It feels like all is right in the world when Jack Nicholson is sitting courtside at a Lakers game. Nicholson, 86, whose public appearances in general now are sparse, was spotted by NBA reporter Rachel Nichols taking his customary seat at the Crypto.com Arena before the Lakers play the Grizzlies in Game 6 of their … Read more
Stephen A. Smith has Kawhi Leonard at the top of his superstar rankings. In the worst type of way, however. Smith unloaded on Leonard after the Clippers announced that Leonard will miss the team’s Game 4 clash against the Suns in their first-round playoff series with a right knee sprain — his second straight game … Read more
There’s something fishy about Tracy Morgan. The diehard Knicks fan won’t eat anything at the World’s Most Famous Arena when he cheers on New York against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Playoffs Sunday, he dished to The Post. “Well I’m a pescatarian now, so all I eat is fish and … Read more
Affable ESPN NBA reporter Brian Windhorst was apparently on the receiving end of a tirade from a fellow hotel guest in Phoenix. Appearing on a “Get Up” panel Monday morning discussing the 2023 NBA playoffs with Vince Carter and Jay Williams, Windhorst was asked by host Brian Custer why he seemed to be whispering on … Read more
Whatever the loss; a bet, a game, a lover, a title, visible teeth, car keys, favor, or a friendly wager, the ego hates to lose. While no one likes to be bested or beat, some zodiac signs take the hits harder, the knocks heavier and the losses not with the calm repose of a confident … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. [Buzzer sound] The NBA is back! Earlier this week, the 2022-2023 NBA season kicked off with two blockbuster games: the Lebron James’ Lakers at Steph Curry’s Golden State Warriors in the West and the 76ers facing off against … Read more