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Michael Kobrinsky

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Michael Kobrinsky is a sports journalist with over four years of experience covering the NBA. He is a credentialed reporter for the Atlanta Hawks and hosts the Sports Ethos Atlanta Hawks podcast. You can follow Michael on Twitter/X @MRKHoops.

When Did Jeremy Sochan Join the Knicks? Revisiting the Forward’s Spurs Exit Ahead of NBA Finals

Jeremy Sochan is guaranteed a ring in the 2026 NBA Finals, but he could give the Knicks an important boost against his former squad.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Rumors: Insider Reveals Bucks Star’s Stance Amid Warriors, Blazers Reports

NBA insiders revealed Giannis Antetokounmpo prefers one conference over the other as trade talks surrounding the superstar heat up.

‘Huge Red Flag’ — NBA World Rips AJ Dybantsa for Demanding No. 3 Jersey From Trae Young If Wizards Draft Him

AJ Dybantsa wants Trae Young's No. 3 jersey if the Wizards draft him, and the NBA world thinks this request reflects badly on him.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Rumors: NBA Insider Reveals 2 Teams ‘Already in Pursuit’ of Bucks Star As Trade Talks Heat Up

Marc Stein wrote about two teams interested in trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo ahead of the NBA draft this summer.

NBA Trade Rumors: East Contender Expressed Interest in Giannis Antetokounmpo, Derrick White, Jrue Holiday

James Harden was not the Cleveland Cavaliers' only target at the 2026 NBA trade deadline. They considered three other splashy additions as well.

‘He Can Literally Do Anything’ – Darius Acuff Jr.’s Coach Details NBA Draft Prospect’s Striking Similarity to 11-Time All-Star

Darius Acuff Jr.'s youth coach compared him to Allen Iverson and thinks he will be a franchise-altering player at the NBA level.

‘Wemby Got Punked’ — NBA Champion Calls Out Victor Wembanyama for Struggling Mightily in Game 5 of WCF

Kendrick Perkins had some choice words for Victor Wembanyama after his poor Game 5 performance in the Western Conference Finals.

‘Fumbled the Best Draft of All-Time’ — NBA World Rips Mavericks for Cutting Ties With Jalen Brunson, Luka Dončić

The Mavericks once had Jalen Brunson and Luka Dončić. Now, both are gone, and the NBA world criticized the franchise for losing both superstars.

‘I’m Not Mad At (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander)’ — Analyst Reveals Who’s Really to Blame for NBA’s Flopping Epidemic

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander controversially shoots a lot of free throws, but one analysts believes the MVP isn't to blame for the NBA's flopping problem.

‘A Big Factor’ — Lakers Legend Magic Johnson Reveals His Prediction for Knicks-Cavaliers ECF

NBA legend Magic Johnson explained why he has the New York Knicks beating the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals.

‘You Have to Want This!’ — Stephen A. Smith Rips Chet Holmgren for Not Guarding Victor Wembanyama in Game 1

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith called out Chet Holmgren for not guarding Victor Wembanyama during Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals.

‘A Massive Story’ — Shams Charania Reacts to Criticism That He Spoiled Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s NBA MVP Announcement

Shams Charania got a lot of heat for spoiling Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's NBA MVP announcement, but the ESPN insider is firing back at his critics.

Draymond Green Drops 8-Word Reaction As NBA Refuses to Punish Victor Wembanyama for Elbowing Naz Reid

Draymond Green sent a strong message about Victor Wembanyama's flagrant 2 foul on Naz Reid, which got him ejected from Game 4.

‘What the Hell Is Going On?’ — NBA World Reacts As Brad Stevens Shuts Down Jaylen Brown’s Rumored ‘Frustration’ With Celtics

Tracy McGrady claims Jaylen Brown is frustrated with the Celtics, but Brad Stevens has not heard any frustration from the Boston star.

‘Against the Odds’ — LeBron James Claps Back at ‘So-Called Experts’ As Lakers Silence Doubters in NBA Playoffs

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Houston Rockets to start their playoff run, silencing many doubters in the process.

‘Let’s F***ing Go’ — NBA Analyst Proposes Wild LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Klay Thompson Super-Team

Bill Simmons proposed a wild idea for the Warriors: teaming up Steph Curry, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green.

Is Joel Embiid Playing in Game 1? Latest Update on the 76ers Star’s Injury Status vs. the Knicks

The 76ers list Joel Embiid as "probable" for Game 1 against the Knicks tonight. Here is the latest update on his status.

‘All-Time Disasterclass’ — NBA World Reacts As Angel Reese Roasts Ex Jalen Duren Amid Struggles vs. BF Wendell Carter Jr.

Jalen Duren is having a rough series against Wendell Carter Jr. and the Magic, and his ex-girlfriend, Angel Reese, is making sure he knows about it.

‘The One Thing He Has Struggled With’ — Draymond Green Reveals Nikola Jokić’s Kryptonite

Draymond Green thinks Rudy Gobert's length has bothered Nikola Jokić in the Nuggets-Timberwolves first-round playoff series.

‘An Absolute Reckoning in the Offseason’ — NBA Insider Speculates on Nikola Jokić’s Future With Nuggets

The Denver Nuggets are on the brink of elimination, and Adam Mares thinks their offseason could raise questions about Nikola Jokić's future.

‘Can He Win Us Some Games?’ — 7-Time NBA All-Star Draws Parallels Between James Harden, Lamar Jackson’s Playoff Struggles

Joe Johnson compared James Harden's playoff struggles to Lamar Jackson's after the Cavaliers' Game 4 loss to the Raptors.

‘They’re Embarrassing to Watch’ — NBA Champion Tears Into Rockets After Choking Game 2 vs. Lakers

The Rockets drew sharp criticism from Kendrick Perkins, who called their play “embarrassing." They trail the Lakers 0-2 in the first round.

‘Season Over’ — NBA World Reacts As Lakers Superstar Luka Dončić Gets Concerning Injury Update

The Lakers hold a 1-0 lead over the Rockets, but they received troubling news about Luka Dončić's recovery timeline.

4 Candidates to Replace Billy Donovan As Bulls’ Next Head Coach: Who Should Chicago Target?

Billy Donovan is out as head coach of the Chicago Bulls. Here are four head coach candidates who could oversee the Bulls' rebuild.

‘Such a Joke,’ ‘He Doesn’t Watch the Sport’ — NBA World Rips ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith for Wildly Inaccurate Warriors Rant

Stephen A. Smith gave totally inaccurate information on the Golden State Warriors, and the NBA world did not let him get away with it.