Editorial Policy

Cookin' Hoops is an independent NBA website built around fast, readable, and responsible basketball coverage. This Editorial Policy explains how we approach reporting, analysis, rumors, corrections, and opinion.

Our Editorial Standard

Our standard is simple: get the facts right, explain why the story matters, and write in a way real basketball fans can actually enjoy reading.

We cover NBA news, rumors, injuries, trades, player stories, team trends, game recaps, playoff storylines, current-season data, and league-wide conversations.

Sources and Verification

We use official league and team updates, trusted reporters, public statements, game data, reputable media outlets, and clearly identified fan or community discussions when relevant.

Confirmed information is presented as confirmed. Developing stories, rumors, or unverified reports are labeled carefully and should not be read as final facts.

Rumors and Developing Stories

The NBA rumor cycle moves quickly, but speed does not replace accuracy. When a story is still developing, we use language such as "reportedly," "according to reports," or "unconfirmed" where appropriate.

We avoid presenting speculation as certainty and aim to give readers enough context to understand what is known, what is unclear, and why the story matters.

Opinion and Analysis

Cookin' Hoops includes opinion and analysis, but we aim to separate commentary from reporting. Strong takes are welcome. Misleading readers is not.

Corrections and Updates

If we discover that a published article contains incorrect or outdated information, we may correct or update the article. When appropriate, we may clarify that new information has changed the original story.

Respect and Fairness

We cover players, coaches, teams, and fans with energy, but not with personal attacks. We avoid hate speech, harassment, defamatory claims, and cheap shots that do not add value to the story.

Images and Media

We aim to use properly sourced images, team or league-related media where permitted, licensed visuals, original graphics, or other appropriate media. Image captions and alt text should describe the content clearly and accurately.

Independence

Cookin' Hoops is an independent site. Editorial decisions are based on news value, reader interest, basketball relevance, and the quality of available information.

Contact

If you have questions about our editorial standards, corrections, or published content, please contact us at info@cookinhoops.com.