NBA Editorials Articles - Page 62

The New Orleans Pelicans are going through another forgettable season, as they’ve only posted a measly 16-43 record in 2024-25. Sitting in the 14th seed in a tough Western Conference, it’s safe to say that the team isn’t aiming for a playoff spot this year. While injuries have played a role, they also seem to […]

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

The Minnesota Timberwolves are on the road to take on the Utah Jazz Friday night. Check out our NBA odds series as we hand out a Timberwolves-Jazz prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Timberwolves-Jazz NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Timberwolves-Jazz Odds Minnesota […]

There weren’t too many high expectations for the Los Angeles Clippers heading into the 2024-25 season. They lost Paul George, a man who averaged 23-5-4, in free agency after reaching an impasse in contract talks. But even with George out and Kawhi Leonard dealing with injury management yet again, the Clippers are currently sitting in […]

The under-construction Memphis Grizzlies were getting tested by Kevin Durant’s Phoenix Suns once again in the FedEx Forum’s first post-NBA All-Star break game. Ja Morant was 0-8 from the field in the first half yet still found a way to force overtime before sealing a 151-148 home win. Morant’s ability to bounce back and deliver […]

The NBA is a competitive league, but there are varying degrees of competitors. Ja Morant is a Griddy-dancing, highlight-dunking competitor. That much is clear to anyone who’s watched the ego-checking Memphis Grizzlies between 2021 and 2023. The All-Star guard attacks the game with relentless energy and a flair for the dramatic. With that competitive fire […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers will be at full strength for one of this season’s biggest tests: a highly anticipated showdown with the Boston Celtics. With the NBA Playoffs just weeks away, this matchup isn’t just another regular-season game for the Cavs. It’s a statement opportunity. For the first time in their four meetings with Boston this […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Toronto Raptors and the Chicago Bulls on Friday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Raptors-Bulls prediction and pick. Friday’s clash between the Toronto Raptors (18-41) and Chicago Bulls (23-36) at United Center promises to be a battle of struggling Eastern […]

Kevin Durant has never been interested in playing for the Washington Wizards, his hometown team. However, Carmelo Anthony thinks it’s a good idea. The New York Knicks legend explained why on his “7PM In Brooklyn” podcast, presented by Wave Sports and Entertainment. Melo wants KD to return home to end his career with the Wizards […]

We’re ready for another betting prediction and pick inside the NBA as we take a look at the conclusion of this upcoming cross-conference series. The Denver Nuggets will take on the Detroit Pistons as both teams try to maintain playoff position. Denver leads the season series 1-0 with a chance to sweep. It’s time to continue our NBA […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Indiana Pacers and the Miami Heat on Friday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Pacers-Heat prediction and pick. Friday’s clash between the Indiana Pacers (33-24) and Miami Heat (27-30) at Kaseya Center promises an intriguing Eastern Conference battle. The Pacers, […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Atlanta Hawks on Friday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Thunder-Hawks prediction and pick Friday’s clash between the Oklahoma City Thunder (47-12) and Atlanta Hawks (27-32) at State Farm Arena promises an intriguing cross-conference battle. […]

A mutual trust between players, coaches, and fans can fuel a plucky underdog’s rise to bona fide contender. For example, the small-market, homegrown Memphis Grizzlies are watching their stocks rise largely due to a belief in their process. In fact, Desmond Bane didn’t hesitate to a team-wide conviction after a big home win over the […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers’ 122-82 demolition of the Orlando Magic was a statement but not the statement Cleveland has been trying to make. Yes, it gave them 48 wins, matching last season’s total. However, despite this, no one in the locker room seemed to care, including Cavs head coach Kenny Atkinson. “In our locker room, amongst […]

Sometimes the easiest way to coax a friend out of their shell is to do something fun wrong.  Somehow, their fury is funnelled into a new corrective energy and everyone is back on a positive track. The Memphis Grizzlies were grumbling at recent report cards after wrapping up a 1-2 post-NBA All-Star break road trip. […]

The New York Knicks made plenty of noise prior to the 2024-25 season when they caught a big fish in Karl-Anthony Towns. His addition has been pivotal in New York’s success this year, as they sit in the third seed in the Eastern Conference with a 38-20 record. Although the Knicks are a formidable team, […]

It’s one thing to talk about developing young players, but seeing the work come to fruition gives the Washington Wizards hope. Second-year guard Bilal Coulibaly has been inconsistent offensively this season, but he added another quality outing to his resume with 16 points (7-9 FG, 0-2 3 PT) and three assists across 35 minutes in […]

Before the 2024-25 season, the Philadelphia 76ers had a relatively successful offseason by luring Paul George to Philly in free agency. However, it looks like the Sixers aren’t getting the same George that flaunted his All-Star form in the previous years. Moreover, an often injured Joel Embiid, followed by the absence of Jared McCain, has […]

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

As the complacency-averting Memphis Grizzlies approach the final stretch of the NBA regular season, Taylor Jenkins faces a high-stakes balancing act: refining the team’s rotation to optimize health, chemistry, and versatility ahead of a postseason run. With the Grizzlies finally healthy after battling years of injuries, Jenkins is tasked with making tough rotational decisions around […]

The Los Angeles Lakers host the Minnesota Timberwolves right after taking down the Dallas Mavericks in a dramatic showdown. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Timberwolves-Lakers prediction and pick. The Timberwolves are one of the more confusing stories of the 2024-25 season. After a Western Conference Finals run last year, the […]

The amped-up Memphis Grizzlies are pushing back against ESPN’s hot take machine, Fueled by ‘personalities’ like Kendrick Perkins, the broadcasting giant has grown comfortable airing bold claims with little journalistic backing. Taylor Jenkins disagreed with Perkins suggesting Ja Morant must be the best player on the court for the Grizzlies to win an NBA Playoffs […]

NBA statues are a great way to honor any legend. It simply signifies their greatness, allowing the present and future generations to be impacted by their legacy. For this piece, let’s rank the 10 best NBA player statues. Check out the gallery. 1. Michael Jordan Regarded as the GOAT of basketball by many, it only […]

The Milwaukee Bucks host the Denver Nuggets for a battle between two MVP candidates. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Nuggets-Bucks prediction and pick. Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets continue to play elite basketball. At 38-20, they are tied for 2nd in the Western Conference and are most recently coming […]

If you are an NBA fan and were to hop on Twitter (X) after an Oklahoma City Thunder game, every other tweet you see will probably talk about Shai Gilgeous-Alexander being a “free throw merchant.” It is a new term used to describe players who look more to create fouls and get to the free […]

Role players are rarely the stars of any NBA game. However, they are important in helping any team capture its championship pursuits. Moreover, every once in a while, they also dare to take center stage whenever they’re called upon. Here are the 10 best role players on a championship team, ranked. Check out the gallery. […]

Victor Wembanyama recently turned some heads with a 50-point masterpiece against the Washington Wizards. In the process, he became the fourth-youngest player in league history to accomplish the feat and the youngest center. Any basketball fan will agree that scoring 50 points in an official NBA game is no easy feat. However, it’s a great […]

LeBron James has been the face of the NBA for the better part of two decades. Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant have been right there with James over their respective careers as the most important players in the league. Before these 21st-century stars, everyone thought of Michael Jordan when they thought of the NBA. Magic […]

Every year in the NBA, some of the most anticipated games on the NBA calendar are “revenge games.” Typically, revenge games are where a superstar player playing on a new team returns to his old stadium to play the old team that he used to lead. Sometimes, players are welcomed home with open arms and […]

The Los Angeles Clippers are in the Windy City to take on the Chicago Bulls Wednesday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Clippers-Bulls prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Clippers-Bulls NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Clippers-Bulls Odds […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves made the loudest noise in terms of trades prior to the 2024-25 season. However, it was the complete opposite during the trade deadline, with the team opting not to make any moves. This certainly made sense, given that Minnesota is hard-capped at the second apron. Without much trade assets, the Timberwolves were […]

The San Antonio Spurs stay in the state of Texas to take on the Houston Rockets Wednesday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Spurs-Rockets prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Spurs-Rockets NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Spurs-Rockets […]

The Sacramento Kings hit the road to take on the Utah Jazz Wednesday night. Below we will continue our NBA odds series as we hand out a Kings-Jazz prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Kings-Jazz NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Kings-Jazz Odds […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Atlanta Hawks and the Miami Heat on Wednesday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Hawks-Heat prediction and pick. The Atlanta Hawks (27-31) visit the Miami Heat (26-30) on Wednesday in a crucial Eastern Conference matchup. Both teams are vying for playoff […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Thunder-Nets prediction and pick. The Oklahoma City Thunder (46-12) visit the Brooklyn Nets (21-36) on Wednesday in a clash of teams at opposite ends of […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Washington Wizards on Wednesday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Trail Blazers-Wizards prediction and pick. The Portland Trail Blazers (25-33) visit the Washington Wizards (10-47) on Wednesday in a matchup of teams at different stages […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Philadelphia 76ers and the New York Knicks on Wednesday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a 76ers-Knicks prediction and pick. Wednesday’s clash between the Philadelphia 76ers (20-37) and the New York Knicks (37-20) at Madison Square Garden promises to be an […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been the hottest team in basketball and have suddenly turned a major flaw into an even greater strength. At the annual NBA trade deadline, the Cavs made waves, acquiring forward De’Andre Hunter from the Atlanta Hawks. Soon after, Cleveland signed veteran forward Javonte Green, further bolstering their rotation. However, once the […]