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The Houston Rockets hit the road to take on the New Orleans Pelicans Thursday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Rockets-Pelicans prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Rockets-Pelicans NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Rockets-Pelicans Odds Houston Rockets: […]

The Brooklyn Nets host the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Warriors-Nets prediction and pick. The Warriors are ballin’ since they acquired Jimmy Butler from the Miami Heat. They are 8-2 in their last 10 games and winners of two straight against the Charlotte Hornets […]

Winning an NBA MVP award is already difficult in itself. But throughout league history, we’ve witnessed how newly crowned MVPs fail to get the job done in the postseason. In fact, Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic has won three MVPs in four seasons, but the one time Jokic won NBA Finals MVP came in the […]

The injury-ravaged Memphis Grizzlies are looking at big lineup changes, again. Ja Morant (shoulder) is day-to-day while NBA Defensive Player of the Year candidate Jaren Jackson Jr. (ankle) is more week-to-week. Taylor Jenkins might love March Madness, but that’s a bit too much bad luck for some FedEx Forum fans to bet on this team’s […]

Throughout the course of the 2024-25 NBA season, the only award that seemed to be a given was Victor Wembanyama leading the way in the race for Defensive Player of the Year. What many have overlooked is how Cleveland Cavaliers big man Evan Mobley has been one of the most improved players in the league, […]

Candid and insightful analysis is hard to come by in the NBA these days. Between ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins dropping Ja Morant missives and the national all but ignoring Jaren Jackson Jr., it is hard to get a full picture of the Memphis Grizzlies outside of a dedicated few. However, Fred Wells, Grizzlies rookie Jaylen’s father, […]

Coaching in the NBA is a tough job. In fact, even if the team is performing well, sometimes it isn’t enough to stay on the sidelines. However, not all firings are always the right move by the front office. Here are the 10 most regretful NBA coach firings by a franchise, ranked. Check out the […]

Every NBA team suffers a fair share of bumps and bruises throughout an 82-game season. Finding a way to fight through the pain is just part of the job. The New York Knicks rolled out the red carpet for Mitchell Robinson’s return. However, Josh Hart’s Oscar homage was issued a fine before the fan favorite […]

It’s safe to say that winning a championship in the NBA is the most difficult thing to achieve in professional basketball. To win a championship, everything must go right across the organization to merit an elusive title. Although the Boston Celtics have made it look easy with 18, not every team in the NBA has […]

After defeating the Chicago Bulls, the Cleveland Cavaliers’ winning streak may have stretched to 11 games. However,  there was no jubilation in the visitor’s locker room at United Center. No high-fives, no celebratory speeches. Instead, it was an understanding that, despite the winning, things are less than perfect for the Cavs. The scoreboard said 139-117, […]

Nikola Jokic is the best player in the NBA today. Jokic is the reigning NBA MVP, having collected already his third in four seasons. Jokic has also cemented his legacy by leading the Denver Nuggets to an NBA championship with him earning NBA Finals MVP. Despite his lack of athleticism, the best aspect about his […]

It’s safe to say that the Atlanta Hawks were dark horses in the Eastern Conference coming into the 2024-25 season. With Trae Young remaining as the face of the franchise, the team will always have a decent shot at making some noise. Surrounding Young includes some promising pieces such as Dyson Daniels, Jalen Johnson, and […]

The Detroit Pistons continue their road trip as they take on the Los Angeles Clippers Wednesday night. Below we will continue our NBA odds series with a Pistons-Clippers prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Pistons-Clippers NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Pistons-Clippers Odds […]

The Memphis Grizzlies are facing an uphill battle to stay competitive in the Western Conference playoffs race. They are 3-7 over the last 10 games and now Taylor Jenkins is looking at a stretch without Jaren Jackson Jr. (ankle) and misfiring Ja Morant (shoulder) in the rotations. Replacing that much of the offense is going […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers are surging and their stars are making history. Donovan Mitchell has been named the NBA’s Eastern Conference Player of the Month for February, the third time he’s earned the honor in his career and the second Eastern Conference honors since arriving in Cleveland. Meanwhile, Cavs big man Evan Mobley is staking his […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are on the road to take on the Memphis Grizzlies Wednesday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Thunder-Grizzlies prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Thunder-Grizzlies NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Thunder-Grizzlies Odds Oklahoma […]

The misfiring Memphis Grizzlies need to regroup quickly as they battle for second place in the NBA’s Western Conference race. Unfortunately, Ja Morant admitted his production and confidence levels have not quite been up to the expected standard this season and Jaren Jackson Jr. is looking at weeks on the shelf. While Morant’s highlight-reel plays […]

The 2025 NBA trade deadline was unlike any other, including for the Washington Wizards. The team overhauled its roster within two days, acquiring new veterans and a bevy of long-term assets in exchange for other veterans and second-round picks. One of the veterans the Wizards gave up was Jonas Valanciunas, who they acquired in a […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Sacramento Kings and the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Kings-Nuggets prediction and pick. The Sacramento Kings (32-28) visit the Denver Nuggets (39-22) on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Ball Arena. The Kings aim to extend […]

The Los Angeles Clippers saw a bitter rival join another in their own town when Luka Doncic was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers last month. In a move that people in NBA circles still can’t explain, Doncic was traded from the Dallas Mavericks in a package including Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a first […]

Outside of all the drama surrounding the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers from their deal involving Luka Doncic at the trade deadline, Kevin Durant ended up being the biggest storyline across the NBA. At one point, it appeared very likely that the Phoenix Suns were about to agree to a trade involving Durant that […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Dallas Mavericks and the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Mavericks-Bucks prediction and pick. The Dallas Mavericks face an uphill battle against the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday night, reeling from Kyrie Irving’s torn ACL suffered in Monday’s […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Utah Jazz and the Washington Wizards on Wednesday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Jazz-Wizards prediction and pick. The Utah Jazz (15-46) visit the Washington Wizards (11-49) on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Capital One Arena. Both teams are struggling […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Miami Heat and the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Heat-Cavaliers prediction and pick. The Cleveland Cavaliers are set to face the Miami Heat on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. The Cavaliers are riding […]

Having an impressive rookie season is a great way to kickstart an NBA career. However, having a good first year is never enough to piece together a good NBA career. In fact, it’s quite common to see young players struggle in their second year. With how progressive the NBA can be, teams are always looking […]

When Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving took the Dallas Mavericks to the 2024 NBA Finals, it seemed like this team was set to be the league’s next contending threat for many years to come. Not even a year later, Nico Harrison and the Mavs face a scenario where their championship window has effectively closed, something […]

Bringing aboard a one-year rental NBA star is risky depending on how much the team gave up to acquire him. Or if the player was a free agent, there is little risk, but there usually is little upside since the player usually is on the downside of his career. Still, some rentals turn out to […]

The Washington Wizards are 11-49, but team owner Ted Leonsis won’t let hard times break his spirit. The Monumental Sports and Entertainment boss, who also owns the Washington Capitals and Washington Mystics, has faith that the Wizards can reach the mountaintop, via The Kevin Sheehan Show. “I am very, very excited, because I participated actively […]

Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving has had an eventful few years, both on and off the court. The most recent turn comes in the form of a season-ending knee injury while playing for the Dallas Mavericks. This was a big disappointment, but with Kyrie Irving’s wife Marlene Wilkerson by his side, we’re sure he will make […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a 76ers-Timberwolves prediction and pick. The struggling Philadelphia 76ers face a tough challenge as they visit the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night. The 76ers, plagued by injuries, […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Houston Rockets and the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Rockets-Pacers prediction and pick. The Houston Rockets visit the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday night in a clash of two teams looking to solidify their playoff positioning. The […]

Kyrie Irving’s net worth in 2025 is $90 million. Irving is a star guard for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA after he signed a three-year, $126 million contract to return to the Mavs on June 30, 2023. Irving had taken the reins of the Dallas offense in 2025 following the shocking trade of star […]

The Boston Celtics are penciled to have a successful title defense this year. However, with the emergence of other Eastern Conference rivals, like the Cleveland Cavaliers, it’s a safe bet that repeating won’t be a walk in the park. Prior to the 2024-25 season, the team basically decided to stick with their championship core. Fast […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are in SoCal to take on the Los Angeles Lakers Tuesday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Pelicans-Lakers prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Pelicans-Lakers NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Pelicans-Lakers Odds New […]

The Washington Wizards’ 2024-25 mission is coming to fruition. They’re sitting at the bottom of the NBA standings and are in a prime position to land a top-five lottery pick this summer, which increases their chances of finally getting a star. The Wizards are 11-49 ahead of their home date with the Utah Jazz on […]

The Los Angeles Clippers head to the desert to take on the Phoenix Suns Tuesday night. Below we will continue our NBA odds series with a Clippers-Suns prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Clippers-Suns NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Clippers-Suns Odds Los […]

The Brooklyn Nets hit the road to take on the San Antonio Spurs Tuesday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Nets-Spurs prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Nets-Spurs NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Nets-Spurs Odds Brooklyn Nets: […]

The currently-faltering Memphis Grizzlies have long prided themselves on developing young talent, and this season, third-year forward Santi Aldama is emerging as the organization’s latest success story. Taylor Jenkins has repeatedly highlighted Aldama’s growth, emphasizing his expanded role as a versatile weapon off the bench. Jenkins even made a compelling case for the 23-year-old as […]

When you’re up three with the game on the line, coaches face a crucial decision—do you trust your defense to get a stop, or do you take matters into your own hands by fouling and eliminating the chance for a game-tying three? For Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson, the choice is clear: if advanced […]