John Hollinger
@johnhollinger.bsky.social
The Athletic NBA columnist
PER creator - Former Grizzlies VP Basketball Ops - Former ESPN
Wahoowa - Commanders - Brewers - Timbers - huh?
Atlanta/a hotel
PER creator - Former Grizzlies VP Basketball Ops - Former ESPN
Wahoowa - Commanders - Brewers - Timbers - huh?
Atlanta/a hotel
"cheered on by his two brothers, Donald Royal Murray-Lawrence and Geert Hammink Murray-Lawrence ..."
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Shaq of Bobsled: Canadian Olympian named after Shaq and Penny has a most interesting story
Shaq of Bobsled: Canadian Olympian named after Shaq and Penny has a most interesting story
The Shaq of Bobsled: Canadian Olympian named after Shaq and Penny has a most interesting story
Canadian bobsledder Shaquille Anfernee Murray-Lawrence was named after two basketball stars. His father had hoped he'd end up following in their footsteps.
apnews.com
February 16, 2026 at 8:28 PM
"cheered on by his two brothers, Donald Royal Murray-Lawrence and Geert Hammink Murray-Lawrence ..."
Hawks will face a new 76er on Thursday. This still leaves one roster spot open for Sixers to eventually promote Jabari Walker, Jr. from his 2-way, but looks like they need to wait a few days to do that and stay under tax.
Source confirms that the Sixers are signing Cam Payne to a contract for the rest of the season.
February 16, 2026 at 5:08 PM
Hawks will face a new 76er on Thursday. This still leaves one roster spot open for Sixers to eventually promote Jabari Walker, Jr. from his 2-way, but looks like they need to wait a few days to do that and stay under tax.
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Incentivize more stars to participate in the Dunk Contest? Yearly NBA-WNBA collaboration?
Our NBA writers who attended All-Star Weekend sounded off on what they’d change about the event.
Our NBA writers who attended All-Star Weekend sounded off on what they’d change about the event.
February 16, 2026 at 4:40 AM
Incentivize more stars to participate in the Dunk Contest? Yearly NBA-WNBA collaboration?
Our NBA writers who attended All-Star Weekend sounded off on what they’d change about the event.
Our NBA writers who attended All-Star Weekend sounded off on what they’d change about the event.
also, ICYMI -- Haywood Highsmith was No. 5 on my buyout market board. Presuming he can get back on court soon, a good get for Phoenix who will fit their playing style.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/702...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/702...
NBA buyout market tiers: Russell Westbrook, Chris Paul and more names to watch
Now that the trade deadline has passed, here are the players most likely to switch rosters before the playoffs.
www.nytimes.com
February 16, 2026 at 1:30 AM
also, ICYMI -- Haywood Highsmith was No. 5 on my buyout market board. Presuming he can get back on court soon, a good get for Phoenix who will fit their playing style.
www.nytimes.com/athletic/702...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/702...
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Lifelong Stars fan here, just feels so good to finally get one, you know?
Arguably the most crushing defeat in Stripes history. Gotta feel for their fans and what they've been through.
February 16, 2026 at 12:57 AM
Lifelong Stars fan here, just feels so good to finally get one, you know?
glad somebody else noticed
how, how do you ignore Connie Sellecca, NBC, how
February 16, 2026 at 12:51 AM
glad somebody else noticed
Arguably the most crushing defeat in Stripes history. Gotta feel for their fans and what they've been through.
February 16, 2026 at 12:50 AM
Arguably the most crushing defeat in Stripes history. Gotta feel for their fans and what they've been through.
Update: This is AMAZING
This is ... good?
February 16, 2026 at 12:15 AM
Update: This is AMAZING
Score another one for Team Don't Foul Up 3.
February 16, 2026 at 12:14 AM
Score another one for Team Don't Foul Up 3.
And the West coaches didn't vote for him lol
kawhi leonard is clearly the best american basketball player in the world
February 16, 2026 at 12:00 AM
And the West coaches didn't vote for him lol
College hoops announcer voice YOU DON'T NEED A 3 HERE
February 15, 2026 at 10:53 PM
College hoops announcer voice YOU DON'T NEED A 3 HERE
This is ... good?
February 15, 2026 at 10:50 PM
This is ... good?
No past or present Grizzlies in this game, but pretty cool to see JB and Darko both out there.
February 15, 2026 at 10:06 PM
No past or present Grizzlies in this game, but pretty cool to see JB and Darko both out there.
Man, that look on those skater's faces. Knew right away they blew it.
February 15, 2026 at 9:50 PM
Man, that look on those skater's faces. Knew right away they blew it.
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Spent time with Norman Powell at All-Star Weekend. Here’s my video feature for @theathletic.com: www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
February 15, 2026 at 7:11 PM
Spent time with Norman Powell at All-Star Weekend. Here’s my video feature for @theathletic.com: www.nytimes.com/athletic/704...
These "Matrix" remakes are out of control
February 15, 2026 at 9:33 PM
These "Matrix" remakes are out of control
If @samvecenie.bsky.social did curling
February 15, 2026 at 9:32 PM
If @samvecenie.bsky.social did curling
🏒 Obviously the correct outcome to root for here is Draisaitl hat trick in an 11-3 USA win 🏒
February 15, 2026 at 8:32 PM
🏒 Obviously the correct outcome to root for here is Draisaitl hat trick in an 11-3 USA win 🏒
HA! Terrible swiffering by the hated Swedes and we now have a commanding lead!
Alright USA, let's outcurl these assholes!
February 15, 2026 at 5:53 PM
HA! Terrible swiffering by the hated Swedes and we now have a commanding lead!
Alright USA, let's outcurl these assholes!
February 15, 2026 at 5:40 PM
Alright USA, let's outcurl these assholes!
Important content for some of us. We need to explain some things to Jalen Brunson.
February 15, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Important content for some of us. We need to explain some things to Jalen Brunson.
Hawks game against Milwaukee on Mar 14 is getting the boot from national TV on Amazon so they can show the mighty Hornets against San Antonio. Atlanta game time unchanged. Adjust your plans accordingly.
February 15, 2026 at 5:29 PM
Hawks game against Milwaukee on Mar 14 is getting the boot from national TV on Amazon so they can show the mighty Hornets against San Antonio. Atlanta game time unchanged. Adjust your plans accordingly.
LAX is an improper airport.
SFO is a proper airport. Might be the one megahub I prefer to ATL.
February 15, 2026 at 5:47 AM
LAX is an improper airport.
PutTheAllstarGameInaPlaceWithNoMassTransitChallenge
February 15, 2026 at 1:43 AM
PutTheAllstarGameInaPlaceWithNoMassTransitChallenge