MarcJSpears
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Senior NBA writer for ESPN Andscape. Hoop
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Sacramento Kings general manager Scott Perry wants to build a real foundation - Andscape
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The only thing hanging on the wall in Scott Perry’s office is a painting that his wife, Kim, had made for him. It includes the new Kings general manager’s six team principles: Com...
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Sacramento #Kings general manager Scott Perry wants to build a real foundation. Longtime #NBA executive discusses rebuilding a franchise, speaking to frustrated fans, the Pittsburgh #Steelers influence, his New York #Knicks days and more. @andscape bit.ly/49zkauC
Kings say Keegan Murray (Left Ankle) will not return vs Bucks.
January 5, 2026 at 3:55 AM
Kings say Keegan Murray (Left Ankle) will not return vs Bucks.
Magic say Jalen Suggs suffered a right knee Grade 1 MCL contusion. He suffered the injury at Chicago on Friday night. His return will depend on how he responds to treatment.
January 3, 2026 at 10:01 PM
Magic say Jalen Suggs suffered a right knee Grade 1 MCL contusion. He suffered the injury at Chicago on Friday night. His return will depend on how he responds to treatment.
Pelicans say Trey Murphy (low back spasms) & Derik Queen (left quad contusion) questionable for Sunday's game in Miami.
January 3, 2026 at 8:38 PM
Pelicans say Trey Murphy (low back spasms) & Derik Queen (left quad contusion) questionable for Sunday's game in Miami.
Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson, a No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft prospect, has 23 points and four 3-pointers at the half against Central Florida. bit.ly/43zabDh
'The young man is special': McDonald's All American Darryn Peterson has an NBA mentor in CJ McCollum - Andscape
NAPA, Calif. – Gen Zer’s who love the game of basketball are known to be ardent fans of LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Carmelo Anthony and Paul George, to name a few. As for prep basketbal...
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January 3, 2026 at 7:59 PM
Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson, a No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft prospect, has 23 points and four 3-pointers at the half against Central Florida. bit.ly/43zabDh
Pistons say that Tobias Harris (hip), Jalen Duren (ankle) and Caris LeVert (knee) will not travel to Cleveland. Harris will be re-evaluated in two weeks and Duren in one week. LeVert is day to day.
January 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Pistons say that Tobias Harris (hip), Jalen Duren (ankle) and Caris LeVert (knee) will not travel to Cleveland. Harris will be re-evaluated in two weeks and Duren in one week. LeVert is day to day.
Thunder say Cason Wallace (right knee contusion) will not return to tonight’s game at Golden State.
January 3, 2026 at 5:06 AM
Thunder say Cason Wallace (right knee contusion) will not return to tonight’s game at Golden State.
Pistons say Jalen Duren (Right Ankle Sprain) will not return vs. Miami.
January 2, 2026 at 1:42 AM
Pistons say Jalen Duren (Right Ankle Sprain) will not return vs. Miami.
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Sacramento #Kings general manager Scott Perry wants to build a real foundation. Longtime #NBA executive discusses rebuilding a franchise, speaking to frustrated fans, the Pittsburgh #Steelers influence, his New York #Knicks days and more. @andscape bit.ly/49zkauC
Sacramento Kings general manager Scott Perry wants to build a real foundation - Andscape
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The only thing hanging on the wall in Scott Perry’s office is a painting that his wife, Kim, had made for him. It includes the new Kings general manager’s six team principles: Com...
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January 1, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Sacramento #Kings general manager Scott Perry wants to build a real foundation. Longtime #NBA executive discusses rebuilding a franchise, speaking to frustrated fans, the Pittsburgh #Steelers influence, his New York #Knicks days and more. @andscape bit.ly/49zkauC
Nets say Michael Porter, Jr., (illness) is out versus Houston.
January 1, 2026 at 8:09 PM
Nets say Michael Porter, Jr., (illness) is out versus Houston.
Sacramento #Kings general manager Scott Perry wants to build a real foundation. Longtime #NBA executive discusses rebuilding a franchise, speaking to frustrated fans, the Pittsburgh #Steelers influence, his New York #Knicks days and more. @andscape bit.ly/49zkauC
Sacramento Kings general manager Scott Perry wants to build a real foundation - Andscape
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The only thing hanging on the wall in Scott Perry’s office is a painting that his wife, Kim, had made for him. It includes the new Kings general manager’s six team principles: Com...
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January 1, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Sacramento #Kings general manager Scott Perry wants to build a real foundation. Longtime #NBA executive discusses rebuilding a franchise, speaking to frustrated fans, the Pittsburgh #Steelers influence, his New York #Knicks days and more. @andscape bit.ly/49zkauC
Is LeBron James' #NBA All-Star Game voting a sign of the times? Michael Jordan had a similar fate. @andscape bit.ly/4pl0pvH
Is LeBron James' NBA All-Star Game voting a sign of the times? - Andscape
It looked like a misprint at first glance a day before LeBron James’ 41st birthday. James, arguably the NBA’s greatest player of all time, has annually been at the top of All-Star Game voting — 21-rec...
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December 30, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Is LeBron James' #NBA All-Star Game voting a sign of the times? Michael Jordan had a similar fate. @andscape bit.ly/4pl0pvH
Bulls say Josh Giddey, left hamstring, will not return.
December 30, 2025 at 2:28 AM
Bulls say Josh Giddey, left hamstring, will not return.
Warriors say guard Seth Curry, who has been inactive for the last three games due to injury, recently underwent MRIs on his lower back and pelvis. The MRIs confirmed that Curry’s injury is sciatic nerve-related. He will be re-evaluated in two weeks.
December 28, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Warriors say guard Seth Curry, who has been inactive for the last three games due to injury, recently underwent MRIs on his lower back and pelvis. The MRIs confirmed that Curry’s injury is sciatic nerve-related. He will be re-evaluated in two weeks.
With his second assist at the 9:15 mark of the first quarter today vs. Dallas, Kings guard @russwest44 has passed Magic Johnson (10,141) for seventh on the NBA’s all-time assist leaders list.
December 27, 2025 at 10:15 PM
With his second assist at the 9:15 mark of the first quarter today vs. Dallas, Kings guard @russwest44 has passed Magic Johnson (10,141) for seventh on the NBA’s all-time assist leaders list.
Keyonte George with big 31-point night and game winning shot for Jazz over East leading Detroit. More on the Jazz rising star in @andscape bit.ly/4otT50e
Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George is making the jump - Andscape
After a 'brutal' exit interview, the 22-year-old seized the opportunity for more responsibility, impressed coaches with work ethic
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December 27, 2025 at 5:07 AM
Keyonte George with big 31-point night and game winning shot for Jazz over East leading Detroit. More on the Jazz rising star in @andscape bit.ly/4otT50e
Hoop Streams celebrates the magic of NBA Christmas Day LIVE courtside prior to Lakers-Rockets at 7:30 PM EST. Vanessa Richardson, Marc Spears and Dave McMenamin are here to recap all the early games and answer some questions around the biggest stars. bit.ly/49t6L7i
LeBron vs KD on Christmas Day! + NBA Highlights Recap | NBA Hoop Streams 🏀
Hoop Streams celebrates the magic of NBA Christmas Day LIVE courtside at Crypto.Com arena! Vanessa Richardson, Marc Spears and Dave McMenamin are here to recap all the early games and answer some ques...
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December 25, 2025 at 11:24 PM
Hoop Streams celebrates the magic of NBA Christmas Day LIVE courtside prior to Lakers-Rockets at 7:30 PM EST. Vanessa Richardson, Marc Spears and Dave McMenamin are here to recap all the early games and answer some questions around the biggest stars. bit.ly/49t6L7i
Lakers say Luka Dončić (lower left leg contusion) and Rui Hachimura (right groin injury management) have been upgraded to AVAILABLE for tonight’s game versus Houston.
December 25, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Lakers say Luka Dončić (lower left leg contusion) and Rui Hachimura (right groin injury management) have been upgraded to AVAILABLE for tonight’s game versus Houston.
Lakers say Luka Dončić (lower left leg contusion) has been upgraded to probable for tonight’s game versus Houston.
Jaxson Hayes (left ankle soreness) has been downgraded to out.
Jaxson Hayes (left ankle soreness) has been downgraded to out.
December 25, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Lakers say Luka Dončić (lower left leg contusion) has been upgraded to probable for tonight’s game versus Houston.
Jaxson Hayes (left ankle soreness) has been downgraded to out.
Jaxson Hayes (left ankle soreness) has been downgraded to out.
Here is the @spidadmitchell Written and Video Diary that the Hall of Famer @heydb mentioned during the Knicks-Cavaliers game. bit.ly/4paaz2c
Donovan Mitchell diary: 'We're at that crossroad, right?' - Andscape
Cleveland Cavaliers star discusses team's struggles this season, the perfect gift for his fiancée, playing on Christmas Day and more.
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December 25, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Here is the @spidadmitchell Written and Video Diary that the Hall of Famer @heydb mentioned during the Knicks-Cavaliers game. bit.ly/4paaz2c
The @spidadmitchell Diary No. 3: ‘We’re at that crossroad, right?’ The #Cleveland #Cavaliers star discusses team’s struggles, the perfect gift for his fiancée, playing on Christmas Day, his Xmas animated look and more in written and video @andscape diary. bit.ly/4paaz2c
Donovan Mitchell diary: 'We're at that crossroad, right?' - Andscape
Cleveland Cavaliers star discusses team's struggles this season, the perfect gift for his fiancée, playing on Christmas Day and more.
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December 25, 2025 at 4:39 PM
The @spidadmitchell Diary No. 3: ‘We’re at that crossroad, right?’ The #Cleveland #Cavaliers star discusses team’s struggles, the perfect gift for his fiancée, playing on Christmas Day, his Xmas animated look and more in written and video @andscape diary. bit.ly/4paaz2c
Los Angeles #Lakers guard Marcus Smart’s foundation is fighting cancer and empowering inner-city youth. Twelve-year #NBA veteran takes life-changing and challenging moments from his childhood and applies them to helping others. #NBAChristmas @andscape bit.ly/3MQJW4Q
Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart's foundation is fighting cancer, empowering inner-city youth - Andscape
Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart’s passion for defense stems from what he has defended against during the dark days of his youth. Today, the 2022 NBA Defensive Player of the Year is defending the...
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December 25, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Los Angeles #Lakers guard Marcus Smart’s foundation is fighting cancer and empowering inner-city youth. Twelve-year #NBA veteran takes life-changing and challenging moments from his childhood and applies them to helping others. #NBAChristmas @andscape bit.ly/3MQJW4Q
With an #NBA return on hold, Ben Simmons is angling for success in pro fishing. While working on a healthy comeback to basketball, the three-time NBA All-Star is a team owner in Sport Fishing Championship. @andscape bit.ly/3MOSvgw
NBA return on hold, Ben Simmons angling for success in pro fishing - Andscape
TARZANA, Calif. – NBA free agent Ben Simmons is back with a team, just not in the NBA yet. Rather, the avid fisherman is the new controlling operator of the South Florida Sails of the Sport Fishing Ch...
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December 23, 2025 at 6:38 PM
With an #NBA return on hold, Ben Simmons is angling for success in pro fishing. While working on a healthy comeback to basketball, the three-time NBA All-Star is a team owner in Sport Fishing Championship. @andscape bit.ly/3MOSvgw
Blazers say Jerami Grant is doubtful for tonight’s game vs. Detroit.
December 22, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Blazers say Jerami Grant is doubtful for tonight’s game vs. Detroit.
The Memphis Grizzlies say Brandon Clarke sustained a Grade 2 right calf strain and will be reevaluated in approximately three weeks.
December 22, 2025 at 6:04 PM
The Memphis Grizzlies say Brandon Clarke sustained a Grade 2 right calf strain and will be reevaluated in approximately three weeks.
Downloading @spidadmitchell Season Diary #3 in @andscape. The Christmas edition. Coming soon! @ESPNNBA
December 22, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Downloading @spidadmitchell Season Diary #3 in @andscape. The Christmas edition. Coming soon! @ESPNNBA