As the new year begins, defense is already making a big statement across the NBA. Shot blockers are setting the tone by protecting the rim and changing games with their presence alone. These players ...

Rather than allowing that moment to discourage him from challenging opponents at the rim, it instead fueled Stewart’s love ...

"Blocked by James!" screamed ESPN's Mike Breen as the Cavs superstar chased down Warriors forward Andre Iguodala from behind to pin his fastbreak shot onto the backboard and prevent Golden State from ...

If he maintains even most of this shot-blocking pace, he will remain one of the most efficient rim protectors in the league. For now, Indiana has uncovered something valuable. Jay Huff is having a ...

Victor Wembanayama has been among the upper echelon of rim protectors since his seismic NBA debut season in 2023, and the 21-year-old phenom strengthened his status as a generational shot-blocker with ...

It's always a bit of a surprise when a guard is an instinctually special shot blocker. A generation ago, Dwyane Wade carried that mantle. For this era of players, it's Boston Celtics guard Derrick ...

Former NBA center Jawann Oldham died Monday in Atlanta. He was 68. Oldham’s death was confirmed by Seattle University, where the 7-footer was a star for four seasons from 1976-80. Oldham was drafted ...

Raptors forward Scottie Barnes had an emphatic block on Thunder center Chet Holmgren during a crucial fourth quarter ...

Indiana Pacers center Jay Huff (32) blocks the shot of San Antonio Spurs forward/guard Keldon Johnson (3) in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images As the new ...

Oldham also played four seasons in the Continental Basketball Association, finishing his career with the Chicago Rockers in 1996, according to The Seattle Times. Prior to his pro career, Oldham was a ...