NBA-Inspired New Year’s Resolutions for 2025

Anytime is a good time to work on and better yourself, but the new year is the popular time to make changes that improve life. With 2025 just hours away, here is a collection of NBA-inspired thoughts and resolutions to keep in mind as you enter a new season of your life.  Be yourself TheContinue reading “NBA-Inspired New Year’s Resolutions for 2025”

3 Reasons Why the Bucks Should Sign Dennis Smith Jr.

Ahead of the G League’s 2024 Winter Showcase, the Wisconsin Herd (the minor league affiliate of the Milwaukee Bucks) have added NBA veteran Dennis Smith Jr. to their roster. Smith, who was known as a draft bust early in his career, has rebuilt his reputation as a solid role player in recent years and isContinue reading “3 Reasons Why the Bucks Should Sign Dennis Smith Jr.”

How Do Karl-Anthony Towns and Julius Randle Fit on Their New Teams?

The NBA never fails to surprise us, and the surprises never fail to be exciting. Last Friday night we got our first big trade of the post-Woj era, with Karl-Anthony Towns heading to the New York Knicks in exchange for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo (and former Bench Mob Blog All-Star Keita Bates-Diop). This dealContinue reading “How Do Karl-Anthony Towns and Julius Randle Fit on Their New Teams?”

How Malik Beasley and Tim Hardaway Jr. Will Make Cade Cunningham Better

The Pistons were absolutely abysmal last season. That’s no secret. Probably the most detrimental cause for their woes was their three-point shooting. They ranked 29th in 3PM, 27th in 3PA, and 26th in 3P%. In a league where the three-ball is king, stats like that are a recipe for disaster.  It is, however, somewhat ofContinue reading “How Malik Beasley and Tim Hardaway Jr. Will Make Cade Cunningham Better”

2024 Bucks Free Agency Rundown

For a contender, the Bucks had an abnormal amount of holes to fill heading into this offseason. While most of their disappointing first round loss to the Pacers in the 2024 playoffs can be chalked up to injuries to their three stars, it was also clear that their rotation needed a major shake-up. Guys likeContinue reading “2024 Bucks Free Agency Rundown”

Two-Way Talents: Trevelin Queen

(All stats accurate as of 1/11/24) Take a moment to consider this resume: MVP. Finals MVP. All-League. All-Defense. Who do you think it belongs to? It sounds like it would be one of the best players in basketball, a guy like Giannis or LeBron.  It’s actually Trevelin Queen’s.  Welcome back to Two-Way Talents! This seriesContinue reading “Two-Way Talents: Trevelin Queen”

2023 All-Stars So Far (1/4/23)

There is some incredible basketball being played this NBA season.  As we approach the halfway point of the 2022-23 season with the start of a new year, six players averaging 30+ points per game, the MVP race is a dogfight, and both conferences are ultra-competitive. As a result, making All-Star selections come February will beContinue reading “2023 All-Stars So Far (1/4/23)”

5 Trades That Could Be Made Before the 2022-23 NBA Season (8/29/22)

The NBA can finally move forward. Kevin Durant has withdrawn his trade request and is staying with Brooklyn for the upcoming season. Now that teams aren’t waiting on KD, they can return to business as usual. Remaining free agents will be picked up and other trades will be made. Today, I’ve pieced together five dealsContinue reading “5 Trades That Could Be Made Before the 2022-23 NBA Season (8/29/22)”

2022-23 Breakout Candidate: Devin Vassell (8/3/22)

After over two decades, San Antonio’s epic run has finally come to a close. Three consecutive seasons ended in a lottery appearance for the Spurs and marked the end of an era. Trading homegrown All-Star Dejounte Murray is a clear sign that GM Brian Wright is committed to bottoming out. The Spurs roster is nowContinue reading “2022-23 Breakout Candidate: Devin Vassell (8/3/22)”

2022 Summer League Standouts (7/19/22)

For the first time ever, I was very tuned in to Summer League this year. I had a blast watching the incoming rookies, returning sophomores, and undrafted free agents hoop. So today, just like last summer, I’m going to talk about players who stood out to me. Let’s get into it! Trail Blazin’ Trio TheContinue reading “2022 Summer League Standouts (7/19/22)”