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LeBron James Called to Retire by Former NBA All-Star
LeBron James Called to Retire by Former NBA All-Star originally appeared on Athlon Sports. After the Los Angeles Lakers' first-round playoff loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA star LeBron James officially wrapped up his seventh season with the team and 23rd in the league. Advertisement With the offseason now officially here, James is a key player to keep an eye on. As has been the case for each of the past few seasons, there is some uncertainty about what his playing future will look like as the 40-year-old has a $52.6 million player option he must decide on this summer. As it stands, nothing is official. Recently, a former NBA All-Star provided his opinion on what the Lakers star should do and urged him to retire and finally call it a career. Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23)Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images Though it is safe to assume his best days are behind him, James has shown he can still produce at a high level. Last season, he averaged 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, 8.2 assists, and 1 steal per game. However, despite another incredible season, retirement could still be an option for James, and that is exactly what former NBA guard Jeff Teague thinks he should do. Advertisement In a recent episode of the Club 520 Podcast, Teague urged James to retire, jokingly saying he is "tired." 'And Bron [LeBron James], this ain't no disrespect. You my favorite player, bro. I think you the GOAT all-time. But I'm tired, bro," Teague said about James potentially retiring. Regardless of whether James does retire this offseason or not, Los Angeles is in a good spot. They now have a full offseason with Luka Doncic on the team as they look to bolster their roster and re-solidify themselves as title contenders. Whether they will also have James past this summer or not remains to be seen. Related: Atlanta Hawks Player in Kristaps Porzingis Trade Posts Immediate Reaction Related: Mavericks Linked to Ex-Lakers Star After Kyrie Irving News This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 26, 2025, where it first appeared.
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"I ain't like that, that sh– is lame" - Jeff Teague criticizes ESPN's Game 7 coverage for repeatedly replaying the play where Haliburton got injured
"I ain't like that, that sh– is lame" - Jeff Teague criticizes ESPN's Game 7 coverage for repeatedly replaying the play where Haliburton got injured originally appeared on Basketball Network. The game was heavily anticipated by hoops fans as it was the first championship series to go the full route since 2016 when LeBron's Cleveland Cavaliers faced Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors. However, seven minutes into the game, Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton suffered a lower leg injury, which many fear is an Achilles Tear. Advertisement Instead of respecting the affected team and player, ESPN repeatedly showed the footage where Hali got hurt throughout the first half of the game, to the point that online fans, including Teague, started chirping at the Network. "We don't need to see that man get hurt a thousand times. I trolled the Pacers all year, but I ain't like that, that sh– is lame," added Teague. They replayed Hali's injury maybe 9 times Many lauded Haliburton for putting his body at risk by playing through a calf injury since Game 5. He had a solid Game Six and was off to a red-hot start in Game 7, hitting three out of four three-pointers to keep the game close. However, seven minutes into the game, he suffered a lower leg injury, which is believed to be an Achilles injury. Advertisement Now, there's nothing wrong with replaying a crucial play like that one, to see what really happened. But for ESPN to show it like 10 times during the first half of Game 7, it became too much. But that's not it. Teague also lashed out at courtside reporter Lisa Salters for asking Myles Turner about Hali's injury during the game. "Why the hell that lady ask Myles Turner 'How do you feel about Tyrese getting hurt?' in the middle of the game?" asked Teague. "Damn, I would've been like 'What you think?' Like that was a dumb a– question. He is in the middle of the NBA Finals, Game 7. Bro, you ask him about his man who just probably tore his Achilles and you ask him 'What do you think of his injury?' like it was the end of the game. Like mother fu—er, I can't worry about that. We sad. But why the fu– do you ask me that?" ESPN's people ruined the NBA Finals coverage But ESPN's coverage of Game 7 wasn't the only thing that was heavily criticized; fans said the whole series was unwatchable because ESPN's hosts are big-ego talking heads who make their commentary more about themselves rather than about the game. Advertisement Like Stephen A. Smith became critical of Tyrese Haliburton when Hali talked about people in NBA media who know nothing about basketball. Smith presumed that Tyrese was talking about him and ranted on the Pacers star at every show he was at. Then Stephen A. was filmed playing solitaire while watching the Finals, somewhat validating Haliburton's claim. Meanwhile, fans also complained about ESPN's commentating team. Specifically Doris Burke and Richard Jefferson, forbad takes, and terrible game analysis. Some went as far as calling Burke the worst announcer. Related: "The team that I'm going to remember isn't the team that won the title" - Bill Simmons says Haliburton's injury will be the lasting legacy of the 2025 NBA Finals This story was originally reported by Basketball Network on Jun 23, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Jeff Teague Advises Angel Reese After Sky's 8th Loss of Season
Jeff Teague Advises Angel Reese After Sky's 8th Loss of Season originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Chicago Sky lost their eighth game of the season 79-72 to the Washington Mystics on Wednesday at home inside the Wintrust Arena. Advertisement Even though her team came up short, forward Angel Reese put up a double-double with 17 points and 10 rebounds, which gained her some praise from a few podcasters. 'The Sky [are] getting better,' 'Club 520 Podcast' host DJ Wells said to co-hosts B Hen and former player Jeff Teague. 'They only have three wins so far, but they are getting a lot more production than they had been.' He continued, 'Shoutout, Angel Reese. She's been consecutively putting it together, and she's starting to figure it out.' However, the Sky struggled to manage their turnovers and lost as a result. Chicago ended the game with 22 turnovers compared to the Mystics' 16. Seven of those turnovers came from Reese, which Teague brought up. Advertisement 'She got to bring some of those turnovers down,' he said. 'I was watching some of her games, and if she brought the turnovers down, she'd be alright.' Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) drives to the basket against Washington Mystics forward Kiki Iriafen (44).Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images Before Tuesday's defeat, Reese had been managing the number of turnovers she would end the game with. She only had two turnovers during the Sky's 78-66 win over the Connecticut Sun on Sunday. Furthermore, by the end of an 88-70 loss to the Atlanta Dream on June 13, Reese only had three turnovers, showing her desire to work on the issue. However, she will need to continue doing so heading into Chicago's next home game inside Wintrust Arena against the Phoenix Mercury on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. ET on ABC. Related: Cardi B's Wordless Message to Angel Reese Is Turning Heads This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 18, 2025, where it first appeared.
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20-06-2025
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Teague takes Pacers in Game 7 of NBA Finals
Jeff Teague, former 2015 NBA All-Star/ current host of 'Club 520,' sits down with Dan Patrick, discussing expectations for upcoming NBA Finals, and reminisce Teague's time in the league.
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19-06-2025
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Jeff Teague Makes Clear Choice Between Caitlin Clark and Sabrina Ionescu
Jeff Teague Makes Clear Choice Between Caitlin Clark and Sabrina Ionescu originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Indiana Fever have shown steady improvement since Caitlin Clark returned from injury, winning two games in a row since the return of the 2024 WNBA draft's No. 1 selection out of Iowa to improve to 6-5. Advertisement Meanwhile, the New York Liberty, coming off a 2024 season that saw them win the WNBA championship, remained unbeaten for nine games before suffering their first loss against the Fever, with Sabrina Ionescu leading the way to a 10-1 record. During a recent episode of the "Club 520 Podcast," former NBA player Jeff Teague, a dedicated New York Liberty fan, made his stance clear in the brewing debate between Clark and Ionescu. New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu (left) and Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Ruszkowski-Imagn Images In a brief exchange, Teague declared, "I'm rolling with Sabrina." When his co-host countered with, "Over CC?" Teague confirmed, "Yeah." His comments reflect a strong conviction that, at this moment, Sabrina Ionescu is the superior guard based on her current form and championship pedigree. Advertisement Caitlin Clark, who has become the face of the Indiana Fever, has continued to impress since her return from a quad strain, averaging 21.3 points, 8.7 assists and 5.5 rebounds per game while shooting an efficient 44.7 percent from the field. Clark's impressive performances on the court, including a record-setting triple-double performance, have earned her accolades such as the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year award and an All-Star selection. After being selected first overall in the 2020 WNBA draft, Ionescu has also cemented her status as one of the league's elite talents. As a former standout with the Oregon Ducks, Ionescu has averaged 20.8 points, 5.1 assists and 3.9 rebounds per game while shooting an efficient 45.8 percent from the field this year. Notably, she became the first player in WNBA history to record 500+ points, 200+ rebounds and 200+ assists in a single season, as well as the first player to record a triple-double in less than three quarters in WNBA history — an achievement she accomplished against the Chicago Sky on June 12, 2022. With the Liberty's dominant start to the season and the Fever's continuous evolution, the discussion between Caitlin Clark and Sabrina Ionescu is likely to remain a compelling narrative throughout the season. Related: Stephen A. Smith Labels Caitlin Clark an Instigator After Recent WNBA Fights Related: New York Liberty Hanging Tough In WNBA Power Rankings This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 18, 2025, where it first appeared.
