Top NBA News

March 11, 2025

1. Kevin Durant Trade Rumors: Suns Seeking Three First-Round Picks and a Young Player

Speculation around Kevin Durant's future with the Phoenix Suns intensifies as reports indicate that the team is targeting a package deal including three first-round picks and a young player. Sources reveal that Durant was reportedly upset about being included in trade discussions earlier this season, casting uncertainty over his future with the franchise. The Suns are considering a move that could retool the roster around Devin Booker while also evaluating the possibility of trading Bradley Beal. With potential suitors like the Minnesota Timberwolves and Houston Rockets expressing interest, any trade could significantly reshape the franchise and its financial flexibility.

2. New Orleans Pelicans to Play First NBA Games in Australia

The New Orleans Pelicans are set to make history by playing preseason games in Melbourne against NBL teams Melbourne United and South East Melbourne Phoenix on October 3 and October 5, 2025. Held at Melbourne Park and promoted by the NBL, this event marks the first time an NBA team will compete in Australia. Alongside the games, the NBA, NBL, and Pelicans will host community outreach initiatives, including NBA Cares programs and a Fan Night on October 4, aiming to strengthen ties with the Asia-Pacific basketball community. The Pelicans' roster, featuring stars like Zion Williamson, Dejounte Murray, and CJ McCollum, promises to captivate local fans.

3. San Antonio Spurs and Alienware Host 'Game in the Park' Event

The San Antonio Spurs, in collaboration with Alienware, will host “Game in the Park” on March 13, 2025, at Frost Plaza, The Rock at La Cantera. This free event, running from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, offers high-performance gaming on the latest Alienware equipment, basketball competitions, and raffle prizes. Special guests include Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox and Fortnite legend SypherPK, along with appearances by community figures such as Coyote, DaBull, DJ Quake, and Spurs Host Zay Zay. With free admission and ample parking, this event is designed for gamers and basketball fans of all ages and skill levels.

4. Pascal Siakam Fined $25,000 for Confronting Officials

Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam has been fined $25,000 after confronting and directing profane language toward game officials following a 120-118 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on March 8 at State Farm Arena. Siakam, who contributed 23 points and 7 rebounds, expressed his frustration after the final buzzer, leading to disciplinary action by the NBA, as announced by Joe Dumars, Executive Vice President and Head of Basketball Operations.

5. Steph Curry Invests in Breanna Stewart’s Unrivaled League

Steph Curry has joined a group of high-profile investors backing Unrivaled, the 3-on-3 women’s basketball league founded by Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier. His investment was part of an oversubscribed Series A funding round that raised over $28 million in December 2024, bringing the league’s total funding to $35 million. Curry expressed his pride in supporting a league that is setting a new standard for women’s sports, joining names like Carmelo Anthony, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Coco Gauff, Michael Phelps, Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis, and notable basketball coaches. Unrivaled recently concluded its regular season and is gearing up for a two-day postseason event.