The NBA trade deadline is almost here! We’ve already seen multiple deals go down this season involving notable names like Dennis Schroder, Dorian Finney-Smith, and Nick Richards. Hopefully, though, there is a lot more player movement to come. Here are seven mock deals that would shake up the league before February 6th. Trade #1 HawksContinue reading “7 Trades That Would Shake Up the League at the Deadline”
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Ranking the Brooklyn Nets Young Core
The Brooklyn Nets are in full tank mode. Throughout the early season, they’ve been a frisky trap game machine that has won more games than the front office would probably prefer. However, the Dennis Schroder and Dorian Finney-Smith trades (as well as the Cam Johnson trade likely coming soon) have already taken the wheels offContinue reading “Ranking the Brooklyn Nets Young Core”
The Ideal Trade Destination for Jimmy Butler (And Why It Has to Happen)
The Jimmy Butler era is coming to a close in Miami, and it’s not the happy ending fans would have wanted. Butler came out in an interview and said he is losing his joy playing basketball with the Heat. This is evident on the court, as the superstar’s effort isn’t there on a night-to-night basisContinue reading “The Ideal Trade Destination for Jimmy Butler (And Why It Has to Happen)”
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”
Immediate Thoughts on the Dorian Finney-Smith Deal
A trade involving the Lakers this season felt inevitable, as the team had a lot of obvious holes preventing them from looking like a real championship-caliber team. We got that deal today with Los Angeles acquiring Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton in exchange for D’Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis, and three second round picks. Here areContinue reading “Immediate Thoughts on the Dorian Finney-Smith Deal”
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.”
The Bucks Need More of THIS From Damian Lillard and Bobby Portis
When the Milwaukee Bucks first emerged as one of basketball’s best teams, their identity was anchored on the defensive end and they prided themselves in getting stops. In recent years, though, they’ve moved away from that, instead becoming more offensively orientated. Part of the reason behind the switch is loss of personnel. Guys like JrueContinue reading “The Bucks Need More of THIS From Damian Lillard and Bobby Portis”
Settling the Cade Cunningham Versus Franz Wagner Debate
The 2021 NBA draft is shaping up to be one of the best of the past decade. At least five players from the class have already cemented themselves as future All-Stars and many more have become excellent role players. Out of that large pool of talent, two guys have emerged as the main headliners: CadeContinue reading “Settling the Cade Cunningham Versus Franz Wagner Debate”
3 Changes the Lakers Should Make to Become True Contenders
The Lakers are off to a good start to the 2024-25 season. They are firmly in the playoffs, their offense is one of the best in the league, and their two megastars are doing their thing. However, they don’t quite look like a championship level team, and some things will need to change if theyContinue reading “3 Changes the Lakers Should Make to Become True Contenders”
Buy or Sell: Early Over-Performers of the 2024-25 Season
We are now a little over a month into the 2024-25 season, and we’re starting to get a good feel for the level different teams and players are operating at this year. Uncharacteristic hot and cold streaks are beginning to end, but the sample size is remains small enough where some guys are still onContinue reading “Buy or Sell: Early Over-Performers of the 2024-25 Season”
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