The Charlotte Hornets are stuck deep in NBA mediocrity. They haven’t made the playoffs since 2016, and that was the only time they’ve made it in the last 10 seasons. A combination of whiffed draft picks, lackluster free agency hauls, and injury issues have been the primary reasons for Buzz City’s major shortage of success. Continue reading “2024-25 Breakout Candidate: Mark Williams”
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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”
Grading the 2024 NBA Draft
This has always been an NBA centered blog because that is pretty much the only basketball I watch. However, this spring, I decided to take a deeper dive than ever before into the draft and the players in it. I did extensive research and formed a big board that included over 140 names, and IContinue reading “Grading the 2024 NBA Draft”
2024 Draft Night Trade Roundup
NBA draft night usually features flurries of trades that leave fans struggling to follow who and what is going where. 2024 was no different. Here are my thoughts on every deal that went down. (Note: this article only includes trades that involved at least one non 2024 draftee.) Trade #1 Wizards receive: Malcolm Brogdon, 14thContinue reading “2024 Draft Night Trade Roundup”
Immediate Thoughts on the Caruso/Giddey Deal
The first trade of the 2024 offseason has been made, and man is it a fun one. The Chicago Bulls are sending one of the most coveted assets on the market, Alex Caruso, to the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for Josh Giddey. No draft picks are involved, a rare occurrence in today’s NBA, andContinue reading “Immediate Thoughts on the Caruso/Giddey Deal”
Don’t Forget About Xavier Tillman
The Boston Celtics are officially NBA champions. It’s really no surprise, either. They have one of the most complete rosters maybe ever, they dominated the regular season, and they cruised their way to the Finals. Anybody who dared step in Boston’s way was crushed by endless three-point barrages and a suffocating defense. This team willContinue reading “Don’t Forget About Xavier Tillman”
Future Two-Way Talents of the 2024 Draft Class (Volume 2)
NBA teams win on the margins. Big moves will take you far, but small moves around the edges will take you farther. Last month, we looked at five deep sleepers from the 2024 draft class who could be diamonds in the rough. Let’s take a look at five more. Zyon Pullin Guard – 23 y/oContinue reading “Future Two-Way Talents of the 2024 Draft Class (Volume 2)”
The Winning Forumla: How Rookies Are Making an Imapct in the NBA Playoffs
When watching the playoffs in recent years, something has stood out to me. Many rookies have made meaningful contributions deep into May and even for championship teams in June. Dereck Lively, Christian Braun, Herb Jones… the list goes on. This had me wondering, how did those guys get there? What does it take for aContinue reading “The Winning Forumla: How Rookies Are Making an Imapct in the NBA Playoffs”
Future Two-Way Talents of the 2024 Draft Class (Volume 1)
NBA teams win on the margins. Big moves will take you far, but small moves around the edges will take you farther. Being able to find contributors on cheap contracts or late in the draft is huge for constructing a competitive roster. Gems like that can be found in any draft class if teams lookContinue reading “Future Two-Way Talents of the 2024 Draft Class (Volume 1)”
A Draft Casual’s 2024 Mock Draft
Breaking news: the draft casual series is back! My journey as a (very) amateaur NBA draft scout continues. In the past, I’ve only put together big boards, so for the first time, I’m doing a mock draft. This is my “what I would do” full two-round 2024 mock draft using the official draft order. I’veContinue reading “A Draft Casual’s 2024 Mock Draft”
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