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“Got About 307 Jumps Left”: DeAndre Jordan Jokes About Vet Status, Talks Chris Paul Retirement, Mentoring Zion Williamson and Derik Queen
In an exclusive with EssentiallySports, DeAndre Jordan thanks Chris Paul, opens up on accountability, and life after Lob City.
Wolves’ Donte DiVincenzo Opens Up on Chemistry With Anthony Edwards, Playing Through Broken Nose & More (Exclusive)
In an Exclusive with EssentiallySports, Minnesota's Donte DiVincenzo talked about his expanded role, playing through a broken nose, and more.
Orlando Magic’s Jalen Suggs Opens Up on Injuries, Paolo Banchero’s Season & Franz Wagner’s Mindset (Exclusive)
Jalen Suggs spoke to EssentiallySports about his season, the battle with injuries and the team's stars Paolo Banchero & Franz Wagner.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on Pat Riley Calling Him GOAT, Bold ’85 Finals Challenge and ’88 Championship Guarantee (Exclusive)
In an Exclusive with EssentiallySports, Lakers icon Kareem Abdul-Jabbar opened up about Pat Riley and how he handled his various coaching approaches.
Ahead of Pat Riley’s Statue Unveiling, Mychal Thompson, Jamaal Wilkes and Gary Vitti Look Back at Showtime Lakers (Exclusive)
Mark Medina of EssentiallySports exclusively spoke to Mychal Thompson, Jamaal Wilkes, and Gary Vitti before Pat Riley's statue unveiling.
Max Christie Gets Honest About Anthony Davis Trade, Kyrie Irving’s Leadership and Cooper Flagg’s ROY Chances (Exclusive)
Max Christie opens up to EssentiallySports about his development, the 3-point contest snub, Flagg’s ROY case, and more.
Courtside Report: LeBron James Stoic on Retirement Question, Intuit Dome and More Ahead of 2026 NBA All-Star Game
LeBron James calls Intuit Dome a “road game” and gets candid about retirement and the Lakers’ season: read more to find out why
Pacers’ Pascal Siakam Dishes on ‘Basketball Without Borders,’ All-Star Nod and Tyrese Haliburton Injury (Exclusive)
In an exclusive chat with EssentiallySports, Indiana Pacers All-Star forward Pascal Siakam talks about his off-court ventures and more.
Heat’s Kel’el Ware Shares Truth on Eric Spoelstra Relationship, Rising Stars Honor and Bam Adebayo Partnership (Exclusive)
Miami Heat star Kel'el Ware opened up on his growth with the franchise in an exclusive chat with EssentiallySports.
OKC Thunder’s Cason Wallace on Winning Defensive Player of the Month, Evolving Role, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 2025-26 Story (Exclusive)
Cason Wallace continues to make his mark for OKC, sharing brief thoughts with EssentiallySports on his growth and role.
Draymond Green on Guarding Giannis, Kobe Bryant’s Defense, 10th All-Defensive Team Aspirations and More (Exclusive)
In an exclusive chat with EssentiallySports, Draymond Green opened up about his favorite matchups and aspirations going forward, among other things.
76ers’ Quentin Grimes Addresses Paul George Suspension, Chemistry With Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey (Exclusive)
Quentin Grimes opens up to EssentiallySports on mindset, opportunity, and staying ready. Full conversation inside.
