Hoopshype

Hoopshype is a news site that primarily covers NBA rumors and news. The site often reports on trades, player movements, and team strategies. It also provides analysis and opinion pieces on various aspects of the NBA. The site has been known to have some conflicts of interest and deceptive practices, but overall provides informative content for basketball fans.

72%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This news site has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on its reporting.

Bias

88%

Examples:

  • Vivek Ramaswamy has been dog-whistling to supporters of extremist far-right ideologies and wild conspiracy theories like QAnon.
  • white supremacists online celebrated the reference to the racist and antisemitic conspiracy.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • Quickley as 2nd option.
  • RJ back as 3rd option as he was in NY, though very different offensive system.
  • Vivek Jacob @vivekmjacob Main things to see now with the Raptors
  • What Raptors have to show for their 2019 championship core

Contradictions

88%

Examples:

  • Paul George had called Kawhi Leonard to let him know he was likely leaving LA.[
  • The impending rules are why the Celtics made a blockbuster trade with Milwaukee to acquire Jrue Holiday. This deal would not have been allowed under the new rules.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • The article presents Bruce Brown as being on the Knicks’ radar without providing any evidence to support this. This is a lie by omission.

Recent Articles

  • Paul George Joins Philadelphia 76ers: A Game-Changing Acquisition for NBA's Top Contender

    Paul George Joins Philadelphia 76ers: A Game-Changing Acquisition for NBA's Top Contender

    Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024 Paul George, a versatile small forward with experience playing alongside top-tier talent, has joined the Philadelphia 76ers on a four-year, $212 million max contract. This move addresses longstanding holes in Philadelphia's roster and provides an exceptional option on the wing for offensive production without the ball. Daryl Morey carefully planned and executed this acquisition to bolster the team's roster and add depth and experience.
  • Donovan Mitchell Agrees to Max Contract Extension with Cleveland Cavaliers: A Key Piece in Building a Championship Contender

    Donovan Mitchell Agrees to Max Contract Extension with Cleveland Cavaliers: A Key Piece in Building a Championship Contender

    Broke On: Tuesday, 02 July 2024 Donovan Mitchell agrees to a three-year, $150.3 million maximum contract extension with the Cleveland Cavaliers, following an impressive postseason performance and consecutive playoff appearances. The deal provides stability for the young team's development and solidifies Mitchell as an integral part of their defensive efforts.
  • Top Prospects and Storylines to Watch in the 2024 NBA Draft: Hawks' Decision, Bulls' Forward Need, and Free Agency

    Top Prospects and Storylines to Watch in the 2024 NBA Draft: Hawks' Decision, Bulls' Forward Need, and Free Agency

    Broke On: Friday, 21 June 2024 The 2024 NBA Draft brings excitement as the Atlanta Hawks consider French prospects Alex Sarr and Zaccharie Risacher for the No. 1 pick, while trade talks swirl around Chicago Bulls' forward needs and potential Zach LaVine deals.
  • NBA Trade Deadline: Contenders Put Finishing Touches on Rosters Ahead of Postseason Pushes in Each Conference

    NBA Trade Deadline: Contenders Put Finishing Touches on Rosters Ahead of Postseason Pushes in Each Conference

    Broke On: Tuesday, 06 February 2024 The NBA trade deadline is on Thursday, and contenders are putting finishing touches on their rosters ahead of crowded postseason pushes in each conference. The Oklahoma City Thunder may well wind up finishing with the best record in the Western Conference even without a move, but their three best players are young and they hold more tradable draft capital than any team in the NBA. Many teams are operating with far greater urgency ahead of Thursday's deadline due to older rosters, fewer assets to work with, and grimmer financial situations.
  • Pacers Acquire Pascal Siakam in Trade with Raptors and Pelicans

    Pacers Acquire Pascal Siakam in Trade with Raptors and Pelicans

    Broke On: Thursday, 18 January 2024 The Pacers have acquired Pascal Siakam in a trade with the Raptors and Pelicans. The deal was announced on January 18, 2024. Siakam is averaging 22.2 points, 6.3 rebounds and 4.9 assists this season.

  • James Harden's Trade to Los Angeles Clippers: Impact and Reactions

    Broke On: Tuesday, 31 October 2023 James Harden has been traded from the Philadelphia 76ers to the Los Angeles Clippers. The trade has been seen as a win for both the 76ers and the Clippers. Harden's move to Los Angeles has been hailed as a blessing for local strippers amid the ongoing economic recession.

  • Philadelphia 76ers Agree to Trade James Harden to LA Clippers

    Broke On: Sunday, 01 October 2023 Philadelphia 76ers have agreed to trade James Harden to the LA Clippers The details of the trade deal are yet to be disclosed The trade is subject to the approval of the NBA and the completion of physicals

  • James Harden Returns to 76ers but Misses Season Opener

    Broke On: Wednesday, 25 October 2023 James Harden returned to the Philadelphia 76ers ahead of their season opener against the Milwaukee Bucks. Despite his return, Harden was ruled out of the season opener due to 'return to competition conditioning'.