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Reasons for every team to feel optimistic, Part I (Pacific and Southwest Divisions)
We’re entering the dog days of the NBA offseason, that too-long period between the end of Summer League and free agency and the start of…
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The Numbers Don’t Lie: Debunking Kevin Garnett’s Winning Reputation
April 28, 2002, with 2:58 left in the game Kevin Garnett gets a defensive rebound down 104-101 to Dirk Nowitzki’s Dallas Mavericks. For the next,…
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Revisiting 2022-23 NBA Preseason Predictions
Before the 2022-23 season began, I made 20 wild predictions. I didn’t expect most of them to pan out. Instead, I wanted those to be…
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NBA Summer League Diaries 2023
I decided to take in the second Victor Wembanyama game from the Thomas and Mack Center’s upper deck to give myself a little more room…
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The NBA In-Season Tournament is Pointless
On July 8, the NBA released its full breakdown of the first-ever In-Season Tournament. The goal was to get fans excited for games during the…
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Rookies and Sophomores Shine in Summer League Play at California Classic
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — For the first time since 2021, the capitol of the Golden State served as the host of the California Classic, kicking off…
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Five Thoughts Before Free Agency and Summer League
As recently as *checks Far Side calendar* two days ago, it was widely assumed that most of the NBA’s star free agents were staying put.…
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The Evolving Role of Sponsorship in the NBA
Basketball is a huge sport around the world, but there is no doubt that American basketball competitions are the biggest, and most widely viewed. The…
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Five Role Players who could Move and Swing the NBA Championship
While the core of the Denver Nuggets remained intact throughout the years, they may not have taken home the Larry O’Brien Trophy without a few…
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The Winningest 2023 NBA Free Agents Available
When it comes to player acquisition, free agency has become, if not an afterthought, a clear third oboe to the circus of the NBA Draft…
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Chicago Bulls Off-season Notebook Vol. 4: What a shift to a youth movement could look like for the Bulls
Even though it seems like a rebuild is unlikely, I thought it might be a good exercise to see what this roster could look like…
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The Enduring Influence of Allen Iverson
Allen Iverson, widely known as “AI,” is a basketball icon whose impact extends far beyond the hardwood. His electrifying playing style, fierce determination, and undeniable…
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Chicago Bulls Off-season Notebook Vol. 3: What the Bulls’ young duo can learn from Bruce Brown and Aaron Gordon
The Denver Nuggets are NBA Champions after a dominant playoff run- a postseason that the Chicago Bulls watch entirely from their couches at home. As…
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The Denver Nuggets’ Jeff Green is a Living Basketball Legend
Sixteen seasons, 12 teams, a total of 240 teammates, and dozens of coaching staff, Jeff Green, aka Uncle Jeff, has undoubtedly seen it all. Not…
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The Epic Rivalry and Complex Careers of Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal
The basketball world has witnessed numerous legendary rivalries over the years, but perhaps none were as captivating and storied as the relationship between Kobe Bryant…
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The Bad Boy Pistons Legacy
The Detroit Pistons, a prominent franchise in the National Basketball Association (NBA), gained notoriety during the late 1980s and early 1990s for their aggressive playing…
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Wilt Chamberlain and His Legendary 100-Point Game
In the annals of basketball history, few achievements stand as tall and awe-inspiring as Wilt Chamberlain’s remarkable 100-point game. On March 2, 1962, in Hershey,…
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Showtime Lakers: The Unforgettable Era of Basketball Excellence
In the annals of NBA history, few teams have left an indelible mark quite like the Showtime Lakers. Their mesmerizing style of play, exuding flair,…
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Stephen Curry: Revolutionizing the Three-Point Shot and Redefining Basketball History
In the realm of basketball, certain players have the power to transform the game, leaving an indelible mark on its history. Stephen Curry, the maestro…
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