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The second round is here as the Minnesota Timberwolves square off with the Denver Nuggets in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals on Saturday night at Ball Arena. We’re here to share our NBA odds series, make a Timberwolves-Nuggets Game 1 prediction, and pick while showing you how to watch. The Timberwolves swept the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are now in their offseason after another upsetting loss at the hands of the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA Playoffs. Given how things didn’t turn out the way they expected, it’s likely that the Lakers will make some adjustments to their lineup. What better way to resolve these issues than […]

In many ways, the Philadelphia 76ers’ Game 6 loss to the New York Knicks is a microcosm of the Joel Embiid era. They flashed glimpses of being a legitimate championship contender that can dig down deep in the face of intense adversity. Ultimately, though, the franchise is being sent to the golf course well before […]

After a thrilling six games against the New York Knicks in the NBA Playoffs, the season has finally ended. There are many factors that contributed to the Tyrese Maxey-led Philadelphia 76ers’ downfall. Some of it had to do with Joel Embiid being bogged down by injuries. Calls by Nick Nurse and some adjustments against Jalen […]

Jimmy Butler has played for the Miami Heat for half a decade. Throughout that period, Butler managed to help Miami make two NBA Finals appearances, one in 2020 and one last season. However, after the Heat made a first-round exit after the Boston Celtics went 4-1 in their series, could we see Jimmy and his […]

The Milwaukee Bucks had an uphill battle in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. The Bucks faced the fiery Indiana Pacers without star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo. In the end, Milwaukee’s season ended with a 120-98 Game 6 defeat on Thursday night. There are several culprits to analyze for the Bucks’ season-ending defeat, including defense, […]

After a heartbreaking loss in the first round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, the Miami Heat are likely to make adjustments. For a while now, the Heat has run with the core of Bam Adebayo, Jimmy Butler, and Tyler Herro. While the trio managed to climb their way to the NBA Finals on two occasions, […]

The first round of the NBA playoffs is still underway, but one second-round playoff series is already set, and fans are calling it the Tim Connelly Bowl. Connelly was formerly the general manager for the Denver Nuggets, but now he holds that role for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Connelly played a big part in building both […]

Ok, hear me out for a second. Putting it straight-forward, what if the Miami Heat and superstar LeBron James reunited? What if his son Bronny James was drafted by the Heat? I get the hesitation, but allow me to explain why LeBron James in Miami could help the team achieve championship aspirations and why selecting […]

LOS ANGELES, CA — Following incredible performances by Paul George and James Harden, the LA Clippers tied their series up against the Dallas Mavericks going back home in a crucial Game 5. What ensued is nothing short of shocking. The Clippers suffered their worst home playoff loss in franchise history, dropping Game 5 to Luka […]

Now that the Los Angeles Lakers are watching the rest of the playoffs from home, they’ll have plenty of time to ponder offseason targets, trades, and signings. Losing to the Denver Nuggets for the second straight year certainly put a dent in their roster confidence, and apparently, their head coaching, too, so it’s safe to […]

The Boston Celtics and Miami Heat have had some fierce battles in past postseasons, but Game 5 on Wednesday night wasn’t one of them. The C’s walloped Miami 118-84 and clinched a 4-1 series win in the first round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs. This beatdown went down at TD Garden, where the Celtics had […]

In the heat of the Denver Nuggets and Michael Porter Jr. trying to defend their title, the Nuggets’ sharpshooter has had to deal with a lot of family drama. In a matter of weeks, three of Porter’s brothers have gotten in serious trouble; two of them with the law, and one of them with the […]

In what has easily been the most compelling 1st Round series of the 2024 NBA Playoffs thus far, the New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers will take the floor tonight inside of Wells Fargo Center for a highly-anticipated Game 6. Among the many interesting storylines that this series has already produced — the Jalen Brunson/Tyrese […]

The Los Angeles Clippers will try to keep their season alive as they play the Dallas Mavericks on Friday for Game 6 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals. We’re here to share our NBA odds series, make a Clippers-Mavericks Game 6 prediction, and pick while showing you how to watch. The Mavericks destroyed the Clippers 123-93 […]

The Miami Heat couldn’t catch lightning in a bottle twice. Looking to make another deep playoff run all the way from the eight-seed, the Heat saw their 2023-24 season come to an end with a whimper, as they suffered a 118-84 defeat in Game 5 of their first-round series against the Boston Celtics. It has […]

The Los Angeles Clippers came into Game 5 of their 2024 first-round matchup against the Dallas Mavericks with a golden opportunity to ride the momentum of their epic Game 4 victory. With the series tied at 2-2, one couldn’t ask for a more favorable setting for a crucial fifth game, as they played in front […]

Since the arrival of LeBron James in the Los Angeles Lakers, the goal has been to win multiple NBA championships. The Purple and Gold managed to win one title under LeBron’s reign; however, they never followed up on another. After winning the 2020 NBA Finals, the Lakers made one bad decision after another. Firstly, they […]

After getting beat by the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA Playoffs, the Los Angeles Lakers are now in their offseason. With plenty of time on their hands, the Lakers organization can use that period to restrategize and make adjustments. The organization is likely going to trade a few pieces away and maybe even sign […]

The Sacramento Kings were eliminated by the New Orleans Pelicans in the Play-In Tournament. It was a disappointing season following the 2023 season, where they were the third seed in the Western Conference. Heading into the offseason, the Kings’ free agency will be vital to improving their roster. Sacramento’s loss to the Pelicans was especially […]

The New Orleans Pelicans made it back to the NBA Playoffs this year after getting knocked out from the Play-In Tournament last season. Unfortunately, the Pelicans matched up against the first-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder and got swept in the first round. Out of the past five seasons, New Orleans only made it to a couple […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers will try to advance to the Eastern Conference Semifinals as they face the Orlando Magic in Game 6 on Thursday at Amway Arena. We’re here to share our NBA odds series, make a Cavaliers-Magic Game 6 prediction, and pick while showing you how to watch. The Cavaliers edged out the Magic 104-103 […]

Nobody expected the Phoenix Suns to lose in the first round of the playoffs after they paired Devin Booker and Kevin Durant with Bradley Beal last summer. To make matters worse, they were swept by the Minnesota Timberwolves, who picked up their first series win since 2004. This is a low point for the Suns […]

Willie Green did everything possible to push the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA Playoffs but a lack of All-Star firepower once again doomed the franchise to an early postseason exit. A hobbled Brandon Ingram almost helped the underdogs steal Game 1 from the Oklahoma City Thunder but the eighth-seeded squad never stood a chance […]

Heading into Game 5 of the ongoing playoff saga between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Orlando Magic, guard Darius Garland seemed frustrated. After four games of inconsistent, somewhat listless play, Garland was hearing the noise and feeling the heat surrounding him. While it might seem repetitive, there were good intentions behind them. It sounds like veteran […]

Brandon Ingram has been one of the faces of the New Orleans Pelicans since they acquired him in their trade with the Los Angeles Lakers involving Anthony Davis ahead of the 2019-20 season. Alongside Zion Williamson and veteran guard CJ McCollum, Ingram has helped the Pelicans achieve back-to-back 40-win seasons for the first time in […]

The 76ers host the Knicks in the NBA playoffs on Thursday! The Knicks have been great on their way to a 3-1 lead, but the 76ers stormed back to a win and avoided elimination for one more game heading into Game 6. The 76ers have a chance to gain some momentum heading into Game 3 at home […]

The New Orleans Pelicans had high hopes of making some noise in the postseason after they were competitive with the Los Angeles Lakers in the first play-in contest of the season. However with three minutes remaining in the game, superstar Zion Williamson suffered a strained hamstring, which sidelined him for the remainder of the postseason. […]

For the second consecutive season, the Denver Nuggets eliminated the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Playoffs. While the Lakers managed to avoid a disastrous sweep, it doesn’t change the fact that they lost. Before the 2023-24 season commenced, the Purple and Gold made significant adjustments to their roster. Los Angeles opted for younger talent […]

The Phoenix Suns quite possibly sit in the worst position in the Western Conference right now. After being one of the most hyped squads of the year when they acquired Bradley Beal through a trade with the Washington Wizards, the same squad sits at home, finished with their season and wondering where to go from […]

Los Angeles is home to the stars, and the Lakers are no exception to that. Between LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and even D’Angelo Russell, the ever-classic Purple & Gold is no stranger to being at the forefront of the NBA media landscape. More league fans know the Lakers’ ownership than any other franchise, and even […]

Well, the New York Knicks definitely played with their food in Game 5 against the Philadelphia 76ers, and it absolutely cost them. Even with extenuating circumstances like Joel Embiid’s migraines, they still lost a game that could have sent them to the Eastern Conference Semifinals. And with the Indiana Pacers losing their Game 5 to […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves proved to be worthy contenders in the 2024 NBA Playoffs after sweeping the Phoenix Suns in the first round. Despite the Denver Nuggets having a strong showing going 4-1 against the Los Angeles Lakers, most of their games were close. On the other hand, Minnesota dominated the majority of their games further […]

The Milwaukee Bucks have staved off elimination and will meet the Indiana Pacers for Game 6 on Thursday at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. We’re here to share our NBA odds series, make a Bucks-Pacers Game 6 prediction, and pick while showing you how to watch. The Bucks defeated the Pacers 115-92 to force Game 6, as […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are now in their offseason after making a first-round exit from the 2024 NBA Playoffs. It’s back to the drawing boards for the Purple and Gold as they figure out the adjustments they need to make. While trading some of their inefficient players could do the trick, picking up valuable free […]

Tuesday night was filled with nail-biting NBA Playoff matchups, and the Orlando Magic-Cleveland Cavaliers game was no exception. After a long battle, the Magic lost their Game 5 matchup 104-103 to a fiery Cavs team. There were many areas of concern for the Magic, including the play and health of veteran guard Gary Harris as […]

The New York Knicks looked to advance to the second round of the NBA Playoffs with a win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday night. However, New York’s plans were thwarted, as the squad lost their Game 5 matchup 112-105 in an overtime thriller. There were several areas of concern for the Knicks including their […]

Hours before the Cleveland Cavaliers were set to face the Orlando Magic in Game 5 of the NBA Playoffs, a fourth injury had hit the Cavs. Jarrett Allen, Cleveland’s best player against Orlando, was surprisingly listed as questionable due to a right rib contusion and was considered a game-time decision. According to Cavs head coach […]

Nightmares became reality for the Phoenix Suns when Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves sealed the deal on a four-game first-round sweep in the desert on Sunday night. Once thought to be the team to beat in the NBA with their star-studded trio of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal, the Suns have been […]