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The Boston Celtics will face the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 3, with the series shifting to the Wells Fargo Center. We are in Philadelphia sharing our NBA odds series, making a Celtics-76ers Game 3 prediction and pick while showing you how to watch. The Celtics destroyed the 76ers 121-87 in Game 1, despite the return […]

Funnily enough, it looks like what the Los Angeles Clippers need to succeed is to find one of these two things. They must locate a friendly witch who won’t insert pins on the voodoo doll equivalents of Kawhi Leonard and Paul George come postseason time, or replace their two stars’ knees with bionic inserts to […]

Who knew that trading four unprotected first-round picks, in addition to three helpful role players and a high-potential rookie (Walker Kessler), for another center when you already have Karl-Anthony Towns on the roster isn’t the best idea? The Minnesota Timberwolves apparently didn’t. In a league trending towards two-way versatility brought forth by skilled size, pairing […]

Has there been a more unlucky franchise in NBA history than the Los Angeles Clippers? It definitely seems like every time circumstances begin to break right for them, one major development threatens to derail everything they had built to that point, perhaps even for good. And in the 2023 NBA playoffs, it certainly seems like […]

After blowing a golden opportunity in Game 1, the Boston Celtics needed a big response in Game 2 against the Philadelphia 76ers. And instead of shrinking away from the moment, the C’s delivered a blowout 121-87 win to even up the series. Even though 2023 MVP Joel Embiid returned, Boston was dominant. The Green Team […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves didn’t exactly take the step forward they were hoping to this year, winning four less games in the regular season than they did last year and then being demolished by the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. That was after they traded a whole lot of draft picks […]

Nic Claxton didn’t mince words when looking back on his 2022-23 campaign: “This year I kinda kicked the door down,” Claxton said. “Just showed everybody that I’m here and put my name on the map.” The 23-year-old’s numbers back up that assessment. Claxton averaged 12.6 points, 9.2 rebounds 1.9 assists and 2.5 blocks, all career-highs. […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves took a big step forward in 2021-22, jumping from 13th to 7th in the West before going down in six games to the Grizzlies. Unfortunately, they were unable to replicate that jump this season, winning four less games and being blown out by the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the […]

Playing smaller doesn’t exactly seem a prudent way for the Golden State Warriors to even this series after Anthony Davis’ monstrous Game 1. His real impact extended even further than ridiculous numbers of 30 points, 23 rebounds, five assists and four blocks—a playoff line only accomplished by Tim Duncan back in the 2003 Finals before […]

The Milwaukee Bucks are currently experiencing a much earlier start to the 2023 NBA offseason than they expected. Coming into the 2023 NBA Playoffs as the No. 1 overall seed and having Giannis Antetokounmpo finishing arguably his best season yet, the Bucks had NBA Finals aspirations on their mind. The Miami Heat quickly silenced those […]

The NBA Playoffs continue as the Los Angeles Lakers (43-39) visit the Golden State Warriors (44-38) in Game 2 of the Western Conference Semifinals! Action tips off Thursday at 9:00 p.m. ET. Los Angeles took a 1-0 series lead thanks to their 117-112 win in Game 1. Below we continue our NBA odds series with […]

Trae Young is the face of the Hawks franchise. He has established himself as one of the top rising stars in the NBA. Given Young’s accuracy from anywhere on the court, have you ever wondered how a lights out shooter like Young lives? Well, wonder no more. This article features Trae Young’s $20 million mansion in Calabasas, […]

Zach LaVine is considered to be one of the best high-flyers in the NBA after ruling two consecutive Slam Dunk contests. Furthermore, he is also a two time All-Star and an Olympic Gold medalist. Given LaVine’s high flying abilities, have you ever wondered how a world class dunker like him lives? Well, wonder no more. This article […]

Success is a word that has been hard to come by for the New York Knicks over the last decade, as prior to this season, they had made just one playoff appearance since 2013. While he is not necessarily their best player, Josh Hart is the Knicks’ most impactful player and is one of the […]

Although he never won a NBA championship in his playing career, Steve Nash is still one of the best point guards in NBA history. He is a back-to-back MVP, eight time All-Star, and led the NBA in assists in five seasons. Given Nash’s NBA accolades, have you ever wondered how a former NBA star like […]

Paul George is one of the best wing players in the NBA today. In fact, he’s currently one of the key players for the Los Angeles Clippers, as they pursue the franchise’s first NBA championship. With George establishing himself in the NBA, have you ever wondered how the eight time NBA All-Star lives? Well, wonder no […]

Believe it or not, the Boston Celtics are still the favorite to win this series despite falling short in Game 1. Be sure to stay tuned to our NBA odds series for more on betting around The Association. James Harden was the talk of Game 1. Without MVP Joel Embiid, the former MVP himself went […]

The second round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs is officially off and running with big moments already in the history books. Now, teams are getting a step closer to taking home the Larry O’Brien Trophy, but there is still a long way to go. With the New York Knicks set to travel to face the […]

Heading into the Western Conference first-round playoff series between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Los Angles Lakers, the Grizzlies were the prohibitive favorites to come out on top and advance. After all, the Grizzlies finished the regular season with the second-best record in the conference and the best home record in the NBA at 35-6. […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves entered the 2022-23 NBA season with sky-high expectations. After trading for All-NBA center Rudy Gobert in the 2022 offseason, it seemed like the Wolves had a legitimate chance to represent the Western Conference in the NBA Finals this June. But fast forward to the current day, and it’s evident that the Wolves […]

The Los Angeles Clippers finished yet another disappointing season of the Paul George and Kawhi Leonard era. Forced out of the 2023 NBA Playoffs due to injury, George and Leonard watched from the sidelines as the Clippers lost four out of five to the Phoenix Suns in the first round. George was already out for […]

Diamond Sports, the bankrupt company that operates Bally Sports Arizona, has sued the Phoenix Suns and Mercury and new media partners Gray Television, Inc. and direct-to-consumer streaming app Kiswe Wednesday morning, according to a story by The Athletic’s Daniel Kaplan. Both clubs announced last week a media rights deal with the two channels “to deliver […]

The second round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs is officially here, and it has already produced some big moments. Organizations are now a step closer to taking home the Larry O’Brien Trophy, but there is still a long way to go when it comes to reaching that ultimate goal. With the Los Angeles Lakers set […]

There was no better story in the NBA during the 2022-23 regular season than the Sacramento Kings. As a matter of fact, they may be the best story of the postseason as well even though they lost in the first round to the Golden State Warriors! Finally ending what was a 16-year playoff drought, the […]

The second round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs is officially underway, and fans already had the chance of seeing some big games. Now, franchises are getting closer and closer to raising another championship banner soon. With the Golden State Warriors set to host the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday, it is time for our Warriors […]

After officially being named the MVP of the 2022-23 season, Joel Embiid reflected on his career with the Philadelphia 76ers. The superstar center alluded to the years of hardship that made the award victory much sweeter and talked about the team as it stands now. He had plenty to say about how much his Sixers […]

Jordan Poole had a shot at glory during the dying seconds of Game 1. With the Golden State Warriors down three points, he took it upon himself to go for the tie with the game on the line. The Warriors guard pulled up from nearly 30 feet and clanked his shot off the side of […]

The Golden State Warriors are one of the toughest teams to guard in the league. This is not only because they have arguably the two greatest shooters of all time in Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, but because they are constantly moving on offense and screening off the ball. If there is one player who […]

Jordan Poole did not have his best performances for the Golden State Warriors in their first-round series against the Sacramento Kings. In Game 1 of their Western Conference Semifinals series against the Los Angeles Lakers, though, Poole had a terrific scoring night with 21 points on 6-11 shooting from 3-point range. Unfortunately for the young […]

LOS ANGELES — Tuesday, May 2 marked six weeks since Paul George suffered his a gruesome-looking knee sprain. The Los Angeles Clippers star got injured March 21 but was hopeful to make a return at some point in the NBA postseason. Unfortunately for George, that time never came thanks to the Phoenix Suns. The Clippers […]

The Los Angeles Lakers escaped the Chase Center with a thrilling 117-112 Game 1 win over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night. Anthony Davis led the way with a historic stat line, LeBron James muscled his way to 22 points, and a handful of role players stepped up. Los Angeles staved off a 14-0 […]

Will the Indiana Pacers be able to fight their way into playoff contention during the 2023-24 season? Indiana finished with a record of 35-47, good enough for fourth in the Central Division and 11th in the Eastern Conference. The Pacers ended last year’s draft with Arizona forward Bennedict Mathurin, Gonzaga guard Andrew Nembhard and French […]

The Golden State Warriors fell to the Los Angeles Lakers 117-112 in a Game 1 thriller on Tuesday, surrendering home-court advantage to Anthony Davis, LeBron James and their Southern California rivals. Here are three in-depth reactions from the defending champions’ hard-fought, frustrating loss at Chase Center. Warriors shrink inside the arc Golden State shot 21-of-53 […]

For stretches of the 2022-23 regular season, the Milwaukee Bucks seemed almost disinterested, struggling for a bit in late 2022 as their best players missed time consistently due to injuries. But as the calendar flipped to 2023, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks turned things around. Starting in mid-January, the Bucks went on to win 16 […]

The Milwaukee Bucks shockingly lost in the first round to the Miami Heat in five games. Milwaukee finished the season with the best record in the NBA but was eliminated by the 8th-seeded Heat, to the surprise of many. Giannis Antetokounmpo got injured early in Game 1 and missed Games 2 and 3. However, he […]

The Memphis Grizzlies will not bring Dillon Brooks back “under any circumstances,” according to Shams Charania. This comes after the Los Angeles Lakers eliminated the Grizzlies in six games in the first round. Brooks trash-talked LeBron James in a postgame interview after Memphis’ Game 2 victory before declining media availability after the Grizzlies lost. In […]

The Los Angeles Clippers might make a couple of minor trades to work out kinks in their frontcourt or backcourt depth, even if they re-sign star guard Russell Westbrook. However, with their championship expectations and championship-caliber roster constantly undermined by a lack of availability from their marquee players, it may take a blockbuster deal to […]

For years, many have speculated that Damian Lillard should leave the Portland Trail Blazers. Time and time again though, the seven-time All-Star has proven his allegiance to his franchise. Now through 11 seasons with the Trail Blazers, Lillard is currently in the prime of his career and questions about his future continue to surface. Portland […]

The 2022-23 season thrust Mikal Bridges out of the background and into the spotlight. After joining the Brooklyn Nets in a trade that sent Kevin Durant to the Phoenix Suns, Bridges stepped into a lead-scoring role in Brooklyn. Anyone who criticized the Nets’ return for Durant was silenced soon after. In 30 games with the […]