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Some NBA regular season games just carry more weight than others, even amid an 82-game slog. Christmas and Martin Luther King Jr. Day matchups usually top the charts. Battles around the NBA All-Star break are a bit harder sell, usually. That was not the case when the relentless Memphis Grizzlies clinched a hard-earned victory against […]

With the NBA trade deadline on Feb. 6, the Golden State Warriors find themselves as one of the teams that could control how the balance of power in the league shifts. Jimmy Butler and Zach LaVine are two star players linked to the Warriors in trade rumors, resulting in a plethora of speculation about what […]

The Houston Rockets entered the FedEx Forum on January 30 with a 3-0 regular-season lead over Ja Morant’s fired-up Memphis Grizzlies. Thanks to an untimely whistle, Ime Udoka and Dillon Brooks almost snuck out with a series sweep. Jaylen Wells was on a clear break to the basket with less than 15 seconds remaining but […]

Since trading D’Angelo Russell to the Brooklyn Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith, the Los Angeles Lakers have struggled to score anywhere near the rate they were with Russell on the roster. With the NBA trade deadline looming, Rob Pelinka is looking to address that issue and, according to sources with knowledge of the situation speaking on […]

With under one week until the NBA trade deadline, a level of unpredictability still exists due to how quickly everything shifts during this time of the year. Not too long ago, Jimmy Butler led the Miami Heat to the NBA Finals. Now, his time with the Heat is coming to an end in the ugliest […]

Twin towers in basketball refers to two skilled big men on the floor. It’s a timeless tactic that allows teams to put emphasis on rim protection and size. Given that it’s an effective tactic used by coaches, here is a look at the 10 greatest twin-tower combinations in NBA history. Check out the gallery. 1. […]

The restoration of the Detroit Pistons has taken another significant step forward. For the first time since Blake Griffin in 2018-19, the Pistons will have a player, Cade Cunningham, representing them in the 2025 NBA All-Star Game. After about three seasons of flashing potential, the 6-foot-7 point guard has reached a pivotal step in his […]

Following a turbulent season filled with highs and lows, the Milwaukee Bucks front office must decide whether to stay the course with their current roster or make a bold move to capitalize on their championship window. With the Eastern Conference as competitive as ever, standing still isn’t a viable option. Their ideal scenario? Acquiring Jerami […]

Coming off their 2023 championship triumph, the Denver Nuggets entered this season with lofty ambitions. However, the Western Conference is proving as competitive as ever and some roster weaknesses are now more apparent. Right now, Denver has a crucial opportunity to make a significant move at the deadline to strengthen its championship pursuit. The ideal […]

As any NBA team reaches past the 40-game mark in the season, the toll of fatigue becomes evident. For the Cleveland Cavaliers, facing the Atlanta Hawks at home came with its own set of challenges. This matchup was particularly tough as it followed a grueling back-to-back. Just before, the Cavs had battled the Miami Heat […]

The NBA trade rumor mill is heating up, the Sacramento Kings are officially open to discussing trade possibilities for their star point guard, De’Aaron Fox. Unsurprisingly, one of the teams most frequently linked to Fox is the Houston Rockets. Sitting at an impressive 32-14 record, Houston is enjoying one of its best seasons in years. […]

The San Antonio Spurs can expedite their rebuild by acquiring De’Aaron Fox. As an unrestricted free agent in 2026, the former All-NBA guard has significant leverage in finding his landing spot. Fox’s preferred destination is San Antonio, where he can team with Victor Wembanyama, via ESPN’s Shams Charania. While franchises like the Houston Rockets and […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Denver Nuggets and the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Nuggets-76ers prediction and pick. The Denver Nuggets (28-19) are set to face the Philadelphia 76ers (19-27) in a highly anticipated matchup at the Wells Fargo Center […]

The Boston Celtics remain one of the NBA’s elite teams, yet they’ve hit a bit of a rough patch. They’ve gone 9-6 over themonth of January. Sure, many believe it’s just a minor slump. However, Boston’s focus has wavered at times this season. With the trade deadline approaching, major moves seem unlikely, but the possibility […]

For a while, it seemed like the 2025 NBA All-Star weekend would have to change its colors to wine and gold. Leading up to this year’s event, Cavs superstar Donovan Mitchell was named a starter for the Eastern Conference. Soon after, Cleveland head coach Kenny Atkinson and his staff were selected to coach the Eastern […]

We’re set for another betting prediction and pick for Friday’s NBA slate as we head to the Eastern Conference for this next showdown. The Chicago Bulls (20-28) will take on the Toronto Raptors (15-32) as Chicago leads the season series at 1-0. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Bulls-Raptors prediction and […]

After LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant headlined the list of superstars to be named as All-Star starters, the NBA revealed the remaining players who would be All-Star reserves this season on Thursday night. There is so much talent around that league, which always results in deserving players not receiving the honor they should. […]

The NBA announced the reserves for the 2025 NBA NBA All-Star Game next month, and there aren’t many surprises. Representing the Los Angeles Clippers will be star guard James Harden. The Clippers currently have a top six record in the Western Conference, and Harden is a big reason why. James Harden named to 11th NBA […]

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

The Cleveland Cavaliers are coming home to take on the Atlanta Hawks, looking to build momentum on a two-game winning streak. As mentioned before, the Cavs are heating up, soundly defeating the Miami Heat 126-106. The Hawks, meanwhile, are on a six-game losing streak and are dealing with numerous injuries to key depth on their […]

For nearly 50 years, the Cleveland Cavaliers have faced a formidable challenge every time they step onto the court in South Beach, particularly against the Miami Heat. Their struggles are well-documented, with a dismal 17-51 record in Miami dating back to their very first matchup in the 1988-89 season. As the Cavs prepared for their […]

Pau Gasol’s net worth in 2025 is $120 million. Gasol enjoyed a tremendous NBA career and was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in August 2023. The Spanish national went down in history as one of the best European players to have ever played in the league. However, let’s look at Pau Gasol’s net […]

Sports and sports betting have become intertwined at points in recent memory. The lifetime banning of Jontay Porter, who bet on games as well and even gave inside information to sports betters, is one recent event that comes to mind in that regard. Now, Terry Rozier is in hot sports gambling water of his own. […]

Russell Westbrook’s net worth in 2025 is $300 million. Westbrook is a veteran point guard in the NBA who just signed with the Denver Nuggets. He is a nine-time All-Star, two-time NBA scoring champion, three-time NBA assists leader, nine-time All-NBA Team member, and a former NBA MVP. It is well known that Westbrook is one […]

Draymond Green’s net worth in 2025 is $90 million. Green is perhaps the most underappreciated member of the star-studded Golden State Warriors dynasty. But he’s the most controversial and has often found himself in headlines for his antics as well as his generally outspoken nature. Draymond Green signed a four-year, $100 million contract with the […]

Tyrese Maxey’s net worth in 2025 is $6 million. Maxey is the starting point guard for the Philadelphia 76ers of the NBA. The fourth-year player enjoyed a breakout season following the trade of James Harden and then the Sixers locked up Maxey with a new contract. Here’s a look at Tyrese Maxey’s net worth in […]

Trades are some of the most exciting events in the NBA. They often allow players to have a change in scenery. Some of which can change the NBA championship landscape altogether. But while some trades are expected, others would catch everyone off guard. Here are the 10 most unexpected trades involving an NBA superstar. Check […]

After the New York Knicks’ 122-112 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday, Jalen Brunson gave reporters reasons for optimism. “I think we’re understanding each other a lot more,” Brunson said of the group assembled this past offseason. “It’s just, uh, we’re clicking. And we’re going to continue to click.” The Knicks are on a five-game winning […]

The NBA trade deadline is often a high-stakes game of resource management. Take the Phoenix Suns, who recently traded a premium first-round pick for three lesser ones just to create flexibility. Most contenders face similar dilemmas, constrained by limited assets and the collective bargaining agreement. They wrestle with several tough questions at this point in […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers have spent the 2024-25 NBA season solidifying their status as legitimate championship contenders. With an impressive 38-9 record, they’ve exceeded even the most optimistic preseason projections. Powered by their dynamic young core and an elite defensive presence, the Cavs have established themselves as a dominant force in the Eastern Conference. However, standing […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves hit the road to take on the Utah Jazz Thursday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with 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 Timberwolves: -7 […]

The Washington Wizards (6-40) are having a rough season record-wise, but their player development is right where it needs to be. In fact, their young core just set a franchise record. Bilal Coulibaly, Alex Sarr, and Bub Carrington were selected for the Rising Stars showcase on Tuesday, which is the first time the Wizards are […]

Where is Jimmy Butler going to be traded? The Miami Heat are officially on the clock, as they have until Thursday, Feb. 6, at 3:00 PM ET to find the right deal involving Butler. In what has turned out to be the storyline of the 2024-25 NBA season to this point, the Heat have one […]

The Washington Wizards have a Kyle Kuzma dilemma as the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline approaches, but what does that have to do with Jimmy Butler? It’s simple: both the Wizards and Miami Heat can turn their disgruntled veterans into long-term assets if they play their cards right. That’s why Washington reportedly wants to “facilitate” […]

Fans are always curious to see if their favorite team will make a trade ahead of the NBA trade deadline. This year, the odds are pretty high that they will, as trade deadline frequency is at an all-time high. In fact, in 2024, there were 16 deals made involving 43 players and 19 teams. That […]

NBA fans and all New Yorkers fondly remember those few magical weeks in February 2012 when Jeremy Lin took the world by storm with his coming out party for the New York Knicks. The pandemonium that ensued, later known as “Linsanity,” would define a young players career and unite an entire city behind him. Just […]

The Cavaliers have had a great season but are on a downward spiral recently. The Heat have been dealing with a lot of uncertainty this season. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Cavaliers-Heat prediction and pick. The Cavaliers have jumped to the top of the NBA with their 37-9 record. Their […]

The NBA Trade Deadline is fast approaching and almost every team in a top-six spot is looking for talent upgrades. However, Taylor Jenkins and Ja Morant’s ever-evolving Memphis Grizzlies got a big boost to the rotations without giving up anything but time. GG Jackson needed a few months to rehab a foot surgery but is […]

With Valentine’s Day and the Season of Love right around the corner, Nike is taking the opportunity to release a number of thematic sneakers for the hallmark holiday as they’ve done in years past. No one shows more love to their superstars quite like fans of the Memphis Grizzlies show Ja Morant, so it’s only […]