Gabe Smallson

Joined: Jan 6, 2025

Gabe Smallson is a sportswriter based in Los Angeles. His focus is sports and entertainment content. Gabe has previously worked at DodgersNation and Newsweek. He graduated from San Francisco State University in 2020 and is a Masters Candidate at the University of Southern California. You can get in touch with Gabe by emailing gabe.smallson@lasportsreport.com. You can find him on X @gabesmallson

June 4, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) moves the ball against the defense of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Matthew Dellavedova (8), forward LeBron James (23) and center Tristan Thompson (13) during the first half in game one of the NBA Finals. at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

NBL

Former LeBron James Teammate Wins NBL Finals MVP

Jan 25, 2021; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) celebrates his three-point basket with center Montrezl Harrell (15) in the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

NBL

NBL Rising Stars: Which Players Are Ready to Make the Leap to the NBA

Feb 15, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Osceola Magic guard Mac McClung (0) competes in the slam dunk competition during All Star Saturday Night ahead of the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

G-League

G League Star Mac McClung Expected to Continue Playing Through Significant Injury

Oct 27, 2024; Homestead, Florida, USA; 23XI owner Michael Jordan celebrates after his driver NASCAR Cup Series driver Tyler Reddick (not pictured) won the Straight Talk Wireless 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images

News

Ball Around Notes: Michael Jordan Son Sees New Charges, Legend Not Sold on Luka, More

Oct 1, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Former NBA forward Carmelo Anthony and his son Kyian Anthony during game two of the 2024 WNBA Semi-finals at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

News

Ball Around Notes: Warriors Sign Guard, Carmelo Pitches Big Change to ASG, More

The Golden State Warriors added a new star while Carmelo Anthony made some hot takes about the state of the NBA.

Mar 31, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (1) dribbles against Detroit Pistons guard Killian Hayes (7) in the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

News

G League Star Signing 10-Day Contract With Brooklyn Nets

A G League standout and former first-round NBA Draft selection is making his way to the Brooklyn Nets on a 10-day deal.

Feb 12, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Max Christie (00) and Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler (10) in action during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Golden State Warriors at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

News

Ball Around Notes: Jimmy Butler Gets Called Out, Beverley Hypes Up Lakers, More

The Golden State Warrior's newest star Jimmy Butler was called out by a legend while an NBA journeyman shared excitement for one of his old teams.

Feb 16, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Chuckís Global Stars general manager Charles Barkley during introductions before the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

News

Ball Around Notes: Charles Barkley Slams Draymond, Mac McClung All-Star History, More

It was another action-packed weekend for this year's All-Star festivities as we see some drama and history made.

News

Where Does Mac McClung Rank All-Time in All-Star Slam Dunk History?

Mac McClung solidified his dunking legacy in San Francisco Saturday night, but how does he rank all-time.

Feb 15, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Osceola Magic guard Mac McClung competes in the slam dunk competition during All Star Saturday Night ahead of the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

News

Ball Around Notes: Kevin Garnett Calls Out Embiid, Mac McClung NBA Chances, More

As NBA All Star Weekend commences, Mac McClung is once again the center of the basketball world, also Kevin Garnett calls out an NBA star.

Jan 17, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Daniel Theis (10) drives to the basket against Utah Jazz forward Cody Williams (5) during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

News

Longtime NBA Center Daniel Theis is Leaving NBA for EuroLeague

NBA veteran Daniel Theis is leaving to the EuroLeague despite offers from teams after his buyout.

Feb 7, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) shoots a three against Charlotte Hornets forward Taj Gibson (67) during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

News

Ball Around Notes: Most 'Untouchable' NBA Player, Unrivaled Changes Tournament, More

The NBA has so many changes from the trade deadline, but a former All-Star says who the only real untouchable player is nowadays.

Feb 3, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) reacts in the second quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

News

Kenyon Martin Believes Nikola Jokic Will Be Top 10 NBA Player of All Time

NBA veteran Kenyon Martin believes that Nikola Jokic will finish his NBA career as a top 10 player of all time.

Jul 26, 2022; New York, NY, USA; Paul Pierce attends the NYC Point Gods Premiere at The Midnight Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Jessica Alcheh-Imagn Images

News

Ball Around Notes: Paul Pierce Goes After Lakers, Mark Cuban Opens Up on Trade, More

Boston Celtics Hall of Famer Paul Pierce spoke on the Luka Dončić Anthony Davis trade while Mark Cuban shared his thoughts as well.

Apr 30, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Patrick Beverley (21) gestures towards the crowd following a play during the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

News

Patrick Beverley 'Ruled Out' by Israeli team Until Further Notice: Report

NBA journeyman Patrick Beverley has gotten into some trouble with his current head coach in Israel.

Jun 12, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; NBA TV analyst Charles Barkley talks on set before game three of the 2024 NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

News

Charles Barkley Gives Brutally Honest Take About Mavericks Trading For Anthony Davis

NBA Analyst Charles Barkley gives an extremely honest take on Anthony Davis and Luka Dončić swapping teams.