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Which Team Most Needs Lottery Luck?
I don’t dive too deep into draft coverage — watching and following the players already in the NBA takes up all my time, and I…
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Who are the Greatest Asian NBA Players in History?
Basketball has become a global phenomenon, with players from all over the world showcasing their skills on the court. Among these players are some who…
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How Economics Effects the NBA
The National Basketball Association (NBA) is one of the most lucrative and widely watched sports leagues in the world. As a multibillion-dollar industry, the NBA…
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The Greatest NBA Players from Africa
Basketball is a truly global sport, with players from all corners of the world taking to the court to showcase their skills. In recent years,…
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Who are the Greatest NBA Players from South America?
Basketball is a global sport that has captured the attention of fans around the world. While the National Basketball Association (NBA) is primarily composed of…
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Who are the Greatest International Players in NBA History
Basketball is a sport that has been enjoyed by millions of fans around the world for many decades. However, in recent years, the National Basketball…
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The Complexity of Julius Randle and the New York Knicks
On Monday, the New York Knicks suffered a 109-101 loss to the Miami Heat to go down 3-1 in their second-round series. Coming back down…
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Who are the Greatest Unsung Players in NBA History
Basketball is a sport that has produced numerous legends over the years, players whose names have become synonymous with greatness and who are celebrated for…
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1 stat explaining every second-round series
146-145 Denver Nuggets are tied with Phoenix Suns, 2-2 Nikola Jokic has scored 146 points in the Nuggets’ 2-2 series with Phoenix. Devin Booker has…
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Best NBA Players Not in the Hall Of Fame
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame (NBA ) is widely considered the most prestigious recognition a basketball player, coach, or contributor can receive. It…
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Greatest Draft Picks in NBA History
The NBA Draft is the annual event where teams select players who are eligible to play in the NBA. Over the years, there have been…
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10 Worst Coaches in NBA History
The National Basketball Association (NBA) has seen some of the greatest coaches in the history of sports. These legendary coaches have led their teams to…
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How two MVPs hit the scoring switch
The MVP award is about to be announced, and everything we know suggests Joel Embiid will take the crown. But Embiid was forced to miss…
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LeBron vs. Steph and the Beauty of the NBA’s Greatest Modern Rivalry
The story of rivalries has been told since the dawn of time. As we thrive off the competition, the idea of seeing head-to-head battles awakens…
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NBA Rivalries: Chicago Bulls vs. New York Knicks
The rivalry between the New York Knicks and the Chicago Bulls is known as the Bulls-Knicks rivalry. Since the Bulls’ entry into the NBA in…
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Chicago Bulls Off-season Notebook Vol. 1: Do the Bulls need to trade DeMar DeRozan?
We have another long Bulls’ offseason ahead of us. This offseason feels pretty critical for the front office, led by Artūras Karnišovas, who haven’t done…
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Dillon Brooks and 3 of the Biggest “LeBron James Agitators”
With the elimination of Dillon Brooks and the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA Playoffs, LeBron James has once again shown us that no matter how…
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Playoff Jimmy sends the Milwaukee Bucks home in round one
The best players find ways to transcend the great moments in a game. When Giannis Antetokounmpo returned to the lineup in game four of the…
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How the 2014 Spurs Became One of the NBA’s Greatest Teams of All Time
Throughout their playoff run, the Spurs’ success was due to their strong defense, excellent team play, and a deep bench that allowed them to rest their key players. They were also able to execute their game plan to perfection, with each player understanding their role on the team. This allowed them to make quick, decisive plays and take advantage of their opponents’ weaknesses.
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