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Here's what AI thinks the Lakers, Warriors, Raptors should do at trade deadline

TSN's Steph Noh asked X's AI bot Gronk what the big players in the trade market should do in advance of the 2024 NBA trade deadline. Here's what it came up with.

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Meet the Packers fan who got a hand-written response from Packers CEO Mark Murphy

Packers president Mike Murphy had some fun with a fan who applied for a job as the team's defensive coordinator.

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Why Lakers say yes and no: Dejounte Murray for D'Angelo Russell and picks

Will Dejounte Murray be a Laker? Here's there best offer, and if it makes sense for both sides.

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Three NBA trade deadline deals that need to happen

Here are three deals that make sense to help the Bucks, Lakers and Spurs in advance of the 2024 NBA trade deadline.

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Warriors trade deadline primer: Can Golden State turn season around?

TSN's Steph Noh looks at the players the Warriors could target, the most likely pieces moved and draft picks that the team can trade.

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Jonathan Kuminga's breakout has changed Warriors trade deadline plans

Jonathan Kuminga looks like he's turned a corner ever since meeting with Steve Kerr about his role. What's been going on with him to make him look untradeable?

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The best moments you missed this week in the NBA

All the best memes, jokes and viral moments in the NBA during the last week of January.

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This is the Precious Achiuwa the Raptors were hoping for

Precious Achiuwa looks like he may have figured it out for the Knicks.

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Ranking All-Star injury replacements for Joel Embiid and Julius Randle

Who could replace the injured Julius Randle and Joel Embiid in the 2024 All-Star Game? Here are the most deserving replacements in the Eastern Conference.

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James Harden, Domantas Sabonis, Trae Young among biggest All-Star snubs

Here are the biggest snubs from the 2024 NBA All-Star game

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Meet the Nets' walking bucket with a 90s throwback game

Cam Thomas has turned into one of the best spark plug scorers in the league. Here's what you need to know about the Nets guard.

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Where Damian Lillard ranks in Portland's GOAT debate

Damian Lillard spent 11 years in Portland. How do his career accomplishments compare to other Trail Blazer greats?

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Here's the answer to solving the NBA's scoring problem

Scoring keeps on going up and up in the NBA. Here's what European stars like Luka Doncic and Victor Wembanyama think are the reasons for the stats explosion.

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These Victor Wembanyama plays will blow your mind

Victor Wembanyama has already done a handful of things that we've never seen from a player his size.

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Ranking trade targets for the Lakers, from Zach LaVine to Bruce Brown

The Lakers have been tied to several guards in the trade market. Who among Dejounte Murray, Zach LaVine, Malcolm Brogdon, Bruce Brown Jr. and Kyle Lowry makes the most sense?

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Where voters stand in Wemby vs. Chet Rookie of the Year debate

Chet and Wemby are both having incredible rookie years. Who do the various media voters have as the favorite to win the ROTY award at the midpoint of the season?

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This Week in the NBA: The Siakam trade, Joel Embiid's flopping and more

All of the funniest things that happened in the NBA in the third week of January.

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Don't be surprised if Raptors trade Bruce Brown Jr.

Bruce Brown Jr. was traded to the Raptors as part of the Pascal Siakam deal, but will he stay there? The benefits of keeping him vs. moving him and potential landing spots for the playoff-tested guard.

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How Victor Wembanyama escapes pressure of being NBA's next superstar

Victor Wembanyama on his love of Brandon Sanderson's books, and Brandon Sanderson on why that shouldn't be a big deal.

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Pascal Siakam trade grades: Pacers add star, Raptors focus on future

The Raptors have traded Pascal Siakam to the Pacers. Here are grades for all teams involved.

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Pascal Siakam and the Pacers are a perfect match

Here's why the Pacers are making the right decision to trade for Pascal Siakam.

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Expert midseason award predictions: MVP, DPOY and more

Who is leading the various awards races at the season's halfway point? Steph Noh makes his picks.

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This Week in the NBA: Darko Rajakovic's epic rant, shots at the Warriors and more

All of the funniest moments, jokes and storylines from the NBA in the second week of January 2024.

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This Dejounte Murray trade would fix the Warriors and Hawks

Dejounte Murray has been rumored to the Warriors. What could a potential trade look like between the Warriors and Hawks, and does it make sense for both teams?

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Why you shouldn't be surprised by Wemby's triple-double

On top of being a great scorer and defender, Victor Wembanyama's passing has taken off since moving to the center position. Here is why he's so effective as a distributor.

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Don't scapegoat Damian Lillard for Bucks' defensive problems

TSN's Steph Noh looks into why the Bucks have been so bad defensively, and how much Damian Lillard is to blame.

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The Derrick White All-Stars: These are the NBA's best role players

In honor of Derrick White, here are the underappreciated players in the NBA who do everything other than score a ton of points.

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Is Raptors coach Darko Rajakovic right about Lakers referee bias?

How much truth is there to the idea that the Lakers get the best whistle in the league? 

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Four ways Warriors can solve lineup issues

The Warriors haven't been able to get their rotations sorted out this year. What are some potential solutions?

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This Week in the NBA: Wemby's big night, Raptors pizza party and more

All of the funniest moments, jokes and storylines from the NBA in the first week of January 2024.

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How Thunder became NBA's dark horse contender

The Thunder have arrived, and they are legitimate championship contenders.

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O.G. Anunoby and the Knicks are a perfect marriage

O.G. Anunoby had a promising Knicks debut, showing why he's a better fit than RJ Barrett.

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OG Anunoby trade grades: Raptors get depth; Knicks get big talent upgrade

Grading the trade for the Knicks and Raptors in the OG Anunoby swap.

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This odd decision could cost Wemby the Rookie of the Year award

Victor Wembanyama has been the best rookie in his class when he's been on the court with a real point guard. Here's how much his numbers improve.

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How are the Pistons this bad? Blame management, not Cade Cunningham

The Pistons are looking like the worst team in NBA history. How are they THIS bad?

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Power Rankings: New Year's resolutions for all 30 teams

The Sporting News takes stock of all 30 NBA teams as the calendar turns from 2023 to 2024.

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Redrafting the 2019 NBA Draft: Ja Morant or Zion Williamson for No. 1?

Scott Rafferty and Steph Noh redraft the 2019 NBA Draft, which featured Ja Morant, Zion Williamson, RJ Barrett and Darius Garland.

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This Week in the NBA includes a new beef, Draymond memes and more

Here are all of the funniest moments, jokes and storylines from the NBA this week.

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The Pascal Siakam trade that could fix Warriors and Raptors

Evaluating a potential trade that could bring back youth and assets for the Raptors, while helping the Warriors win now.

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The secret to Victor Wembanyama reaching his full potential

The Spurs have changed things up by moving Victor Wembanyama from power forward to center. The results? San Antonio's rookie looks like even more of a cheat code.

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Where a healthy Bradley Beal will — and won't — help Suns

Bradley Beal is finally back in the Suns' lineup. How does his return impact the team?

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Kawhi Leonard quietly looking like a superstar again

Kawhi Leonard has been quietly putting together an All-Star resume for the Clippers, who are getting better with each game.

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Jamal Murray is showing why he should make his first All-Star Game

Jamal Murray has made his return to the lineup, and he's proving yet again how he turns the Nuggets into the best team in the league.

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Three ways the Warriors can save their season

The Warriors have been slumping, looking like a team that does not have much championship equity. Here are three things they can do to resolve that issue.

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Why two-way addition Jontay Porter can be impactful with Raptors

The Raptors signed Jontay Porter to a two-way contract. Here's what he brings to the team.

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The biggest winners and losers from In-Season Tournament

The big winners from the In-Season Tournament include Tyrese Haliburton and LeBron James, while the losers are headlined by Zion Williamson and Adrian Griffin.

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This Week in the NBA: Legendary Draymond Green trash talk and more

A collection of the funniest things that happened in the NBA this week.

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Why NBA stars are motivated by In-Season Tournament prize money

There is plenty of motivation for players to want to win the inaugural in-season tournament. Here's what's at stake, and what the players have said about their chase for the prize money.

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How Chicago's improved play impacts Zach LaVine trade rumors

The Bulls are riding a surprising three game win streak with Zach LaVine out of the lineup. What does that mean for the team and LaVine's status as a trade chip?

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Three reasons LeBron James is still one of NBA's most clutch players

LeBron James continues to turn his game up in the biggest moments, even at the age of 38.

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The same issues are plaguing the Celtics

The Celtics' elimination in the In-Season Tournament showed the same problems resurfacing at the end of games. How much of an issue is it?

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Why Rui Hachimura and Yuta Watanabe could be IST X factors

The Suns face off against the Lakers in Tuesday's In-Season Tournament Quarterfinals. Here are the roles that Rui Hachimura and Yuta Watanabe could play for their teams.

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Rick Carlisle built the best offense in history by trusting Tyrese Haliburton

The Pacers have built the best offense in NBA history. Examining the changes it took from Rick Carlisle to get there, and the bond with Tyrese Haliburton that made it possible.

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NBA In-Season Tournament predictions from Sporting News experts

Before the Quarterfinals tip-off, The Sporting News' NBA experts share their In-Season Tournament predictions.

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The best, funniest and most viral moments from this week in the NBA

A collection of the funniest moments from the NBA during the week.

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Panic meter: How much trouble are the Warriors in?

At the quarter point of the season, the Warriors find themselves outside of the playoff picture. What's going on with them, and what is the panic meter at?

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How Chet Holmgren has emerged from Victor Wembanyama's shadow

Chet Holmgren has been the best rookie through the first quarter of the season. Here's why the Thunder big man is looking like a future All-Star.

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Victor Wembanyama is living up to his loftiest player comparisons

During the summer, Nicolas Batum compared Victor Wembanyama to shades of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Davis, Rudy Gobert, and Kristaps Porzingis. Here's why Batum's prediction has looked pretty good so far.

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NBA MVP Rankings: Where things stand through the first month of the season

Here's how the MVP race is shaping up with roughly 20 percent of the season already completed

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How Damian Lillard and the Bucks are starting to figure it out after rough start

It hasn't always been pretty, but the Bucks are starting to hit a groove a month into the season.

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Redrafting the 2020 NBA Draft: Warriors land Tyrese Haliburton

In order to see how much the 2020 NBA Draft would have changed had it been conducted today, two of The Sporting News' writers put on their GM hats and redrafted the lottery.

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How LeBron James is still performing at an elite level

LeBron James is turning 39 this year, yet he is still one of the best players in the league. A look into how he is still dominating the game.

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The Lakers need to play Rui Hachimura more

Rui Hachimura has been one of the best reserves on the Lakers this season. Here's why he should be playing more.

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Nuggets, Lakers, Mavericks among top landing spots for Alex Caruso

With the Bulls faltering, Alex Caruso could be one of the hottest names on the trade market. Here are the teams that make the most sense for the defensive ace.

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Why 76ers fans have Mike Muscala to thank for Tyrese Maxey

Tyrese Maxey's journey to the 76ers came through a seemingly trivial game. Here's why Mike Muscala deserves some of the credit, and Maxey's draft pick's circuitous route to Philadelphia.

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Lakers, Sixers, Heat and Raptors among best landing spots for Zach LaVine

Zach LaVine's name is back in trade rumors. With the Bulls floundering, where is the best fit for LaVine to go next?

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Why Tyrese Maxey fell in the 2020 NBA Draft

Tyrese Maxey is looking like a breakout player for the 76ers and a steal with the 21st pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. Here's why he fell so far and the trend with Kentucky guards that he is part of.

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Victor Wembanyama vs. Chet Holmgren can be NBA's next great rivalry

Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren are two of the most exciting young big men in the game. They've already faced off a number of times. Here's the history behind their rivalry.

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Why Clippers' James Harden experiment is off to disastrous start

The Clippers are 0-4 with James Harden in the lineup. What's going on with them, and how worried should Clippers fans be?

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Rookie Rankings: Holmgren on Wembanyama's heels for No. 1 spot

Who have been the top rookies after the first 10ish games of the 2023-24 season?

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How to fix the NBA In-Season Tournament in four steps

The NBA's first attempt at an In-Season Tournament has been mostly positive. Here are some ideas to make it even better down the line.

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2021 NBA Redraft: Scottie Barnes vs. Evan Mobley debate continues

With how fluid the top of the 2021 NBA Draft has been to date, two of our writers put on their GM hats and redrafted the lottery.

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What Warriors and Nuggets can learn from 2022 first-round series

The last time that the Nuggets looked mortal was against the Warriors in the 2022 NBA Playoffs. Here's what we can learn from that series.

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LeBron James' heavy workload is spelling early doom for the Lakers

LeBron James' brilliance in Year 21 has allowed the Lakers to tread water. But they will need a lot more from their role players if they want to contend.

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How sustainable is Scottie Barnes' hot start?

Scottie Barnes has made a big leap in his third year through the first two weeks of the NBA season. How much of his growth is for real?

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Victor Wembanyama is showing he is already one of the top defenders in the NBA

After two weeks, Victor Wembanyama has already proven that he is an elite NBA defender.

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Chris Paul's sixth man role is taking the Warriors to the next level

How Chris Paul has slotted into the perfect role and taken the Warriors to the next level.

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O.G. Anunoby among potential 76ers trade targets after Harden deal

The 76ers moved James Harden but they are probably not done with their roster moves. Here's what could come next for them.

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Winners and losers from opening week of NBA season

The Warriors, Mavericks, Pistons and Nuggets looked great in Week One of the NBA season while the Blazers, Lakers and Raptors faced trouble.

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James Harden trade grades: Did the 76ers get enough?

TSN's Steph Noh hands out grades for the 76ers, Clippers and Thunder in the James Harden trade.

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How much does James Harden have left in the tank for Clippers?

James Harden isn't the same player he was even five seasons ago, but he's still elite in many areas.

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Why Josh Giddey earned 'SLOB Wizard' nickname

There is no one else throwing sideline out of bounds passes at Josh Giddey's level.

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Damian Lillard's unstoppable play: An explanation of High Horns, and why it's so effective

How the Bucks are utilizing Damian Lillard with High Horns set.

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NBA overreactions: What we've learned about Wemby, LeBron, CP3 & more

The natural tendency is to overreact to the first salvo in what is a very long season. Rather than fighting that urge, The Sporting News' Stephen Noh leaning into it.

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James Harden's history of bad behavior should serve as warning to 76ers

James Harden wants a trade, and he's going to make things difficult until he gets one. Here's what he's done in the past.

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What are reasonable expectations for Victor Wembanyama in his rookie year?

After being taken with the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, Victor Wembanyama is expected to dominate from Day 1. But given how rookies generally perform and how he has looked thus far in other leagues, how realistic are those expectations?

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LeBron James vs. Michael Jordan: How the goats stack up in their age-39 seasons

LeBron James will be turning 39 in his 21st year in the league. A look at how he has compared to some of his peers at that age and how unprecedented his level of success is.

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Why timing of Joel Embiid to Knicks trade rumors make sense

Here's why the Joel Embiid rumor mill is starting and why it isn't stopping any time soon.

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NBA opening day picks, predictions against the spread

Picks and predictions for the Lakers vs. Nuggets and Suns vs. Warriors on Oct. 24.

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Why Klay Thompson's contract could motivate him to have a huge season

Thompson looks totally back from injuries and is set up for a huge year for the Warriors.

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The best and worst defensive teams in the NBA, ranked

Who will have the best and worst defenses for the 2023-24 NBA season?

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NBA awards, standings, playoff predictions for 2023-24 season

The Sporting News' Stephen Noh presents his picks for the major NBA awards and predicts how the 2022-23 season will play out.

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LeBron James, Warriors offer only real blueprint vs. Nikola Jokic

Who guards Nikola Jokic the best and the worst in the league? Looking at what has and hasn't worked in trying to slow the Nuggets star down.

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Three things the Suns learned about Yuta Watanabe from NBA preseason

Here's how Yuta Watanabe looked in preseason for the Suns, and what we can learn about how he will be used.

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NBA preseason awards: All-NBA, biggest overachievers and underachievers

Who have the best players been in the preseason, and which team has looked the best and worst?

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Ranking the top 10 defenders in the NBA

Who are the best defenders in the NBA? In Part II of this project, we're ranking the top 10.

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Ranking the top 100 defenders in the NBA (100-11)

Who are the best defenders in the NBA? In Part I of this project, we're running from No. 11 to No. 100.

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How Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo are taking a page out of the NBA Champions' playbook

One of the most effective plays that the Nuggets used to win their first championship is now being incorporated into the Bucks' offense.

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Top NBA bench players for 2023-24: Ranking 30 best reserves

Ranking the 30 best players who are projected to come off the bench for the 2023-24 NBA season.

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How NBA should handle Miles Bridges alleged domestic violence incident

An expert opinion on how fans, media, and sports leagues can better react to and provide support for domestic violence incidents.

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Ranking top centers for 2023-24 NBA season

The Sporting News ranks all 30 starting centers for the 2023-24 NBA season.

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Bold NBA predictions: Knicks, Raptors & Bulls surprised, Victor Wembanyama struggles early

Seven scorching predictions for the NBA season, including the fate of the Mavs, Bulls, Raptors, Knicks, Desmond Bane, Yuta Watanabe, and Max Christie.

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Ranking top power forwards for 2023-24 NBA season

The Sporting News ranks all 30 starting power forwards for the 2023-24 NBA season.

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Top NBA small forwards for 2023-24: Ranking all 30 starters

The Sporting News ranked all 30 starting small forwards for the 2023-24 NBA season.

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Victor Wembanyama, Chet Holmgren dazzled in their first preseason matchup vs. each other

Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren showed why the hype is real in their first preseason matchup.

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How DeMar DeRozan fits in the Bulls' plan to fix their offense

The Bulls finished 24th in offense in 2022-23. Here's how they plan to improve that number.

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Ranking top shooting guards for 2022-23 NBA season

The Sporting News ranked all 30 starting shooting guards for the 2023-24 NBA season.

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How Basketball-Reference finds obscure nicknames for NBA players

Basketball-Reference has thousands of nicknames in its database. How do those nicknames land on player pages?

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Ranking top point guards for 2023-24 NBA season

The Sporting News ranked all 30 starting point guards for the 2023-24 NBA season.

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Starting Klay Thompson at power forward could be disastrous idea for Warriors

Warriors coach Steve Kerr announced that he plans to use Klay Thompson to defend power forwards until Draymond Green returns from an ankle injury. Can that strategy actually work?

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Winners and losers from blockbuster Holiday and Lillard trades

The landscape of the NBA was shifted with the series of trades involving Damian Lillard and Jrue Holiday. Here are the teams that gained and lost the most ground after the moves.

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NBA free agency rankings 2024: Which stars could be available next summer?

The NBA should see plenty of player movement in the summer of 2024. There are some very good players that are slated to become free agents — and lots of cap space to go around.

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Why Ben Simmons should come off the bench for the Nets

The plan for now seems to be to putting Ben Simmons into the starting lineup. Here's why an off-the-bench role might be a better idea.

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Why Rui Hachimura should take last spot in Lakers' starting lineup

The Lakers have one open spot in their starting lineup next to D'Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves, LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Here's why Rui Hachimura should take it.

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Jrue Holiday trade destinations: Where Raptors, Heat and more rank

What is Jrue Holiday's next team going to be? Ranking the likelihood of various teams

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Best over and under win total bets for 2023-24 NBA season

Here are all of the over/under win totals for the 2023-24 NBA season and the best bets on the board.

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Damian Lillard trade grades: Breaking down deal for Bucks, Suns and Blazers

Damian Lillard is going to Milwaukee as part of an unexpected three-team trade involving the Bucks, Suns and Trail Blazers, according to multiple reports. Let's evaluate the deal from all sides.

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Building the perfect Team USA roster for 2024 Olympics

Team USA has dominated Olympic basketball, winning four consecutive gold medals dating back to the 2008 event in Beijing. It's easy to see why when putting together a dream roster for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

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Team USA vs Germany odds, picks and prediction

Odds and best bets for Team USA vs. Germany in Friday's FIBA World Cup semifinals match.

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Why Lakers are big winners for signing Christian Wood

The Lakers added Christian Wood late in free agency. Here's why things might be different in Los Angeles for the talented big man.

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Should Thunder trade Josh Giddey? Examining awkward fit with SGA

It's tough to envision a scenario in which Josh Giddey and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander fulfill their maximum potential together.

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Team USA vs Lithuania odds, best prop bets, and prediction for 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup

The best bets for Sunday's Team USA vs. Lithuania game at the FIBA Basketball World Cup.

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Paolo Banchero's FIBA World Cup performance is showing his path towards an All-Star season

Paolo Banchero's FIBA Basketball World Cup performance has shown the future of his game, as a destructive and hyper-skilled small ball five.

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How Jordi Fernandez is earning respect as the next great NBA head coaching candidate

Jordi Fernandez is showing in leading Team Canada in the FIBA World Cup that he is ready for an NBA head coaching job.

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Rondae Hollis-Jefferson is channeling his inner Kobe Bryant during the 2023 FIBA World Cup

Rondae Hollis-Jefferson is drawing comparisons to the late Kobe Bryant during the 2023 FIBA World Cup tournament.

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Magic Johnson and Jerry Buss' unique relationship, explained

Magic Johnson had a special relationship with Dr. Jerry Buss, transcending that of player and owner. Here's more on the mentorship that Buss provided and the deep bond between the two.

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At FIBA World Cup, Yuta Watanabe shows he has more to his game

Watanabe was clearly given the green light to carry Japan's offense from the opening tip.

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Legal expert outlines strength of Knicks case vs. Raptors

The Sporting News interviews NYU adjunct law professor and intellectual property lawyer Michael Kasdan to get legal expertise on the Knicks lawsuit against the Raptors.

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How serious is the Knicks-Raptors lawsuit? Past & present NBA team personnel weigh in

Former and current team employees in the NBA weigh in on how commonplace the alleged behavior of Ikechukwu Azotam is within league circles.

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From dropout to garbage man: Larry Bird's rise to Indiana State legend

Larry Bird's story of overcoming his father's suicide, poverty, and dropping out of college twice on his path toward basketball stardom is one made for a movie script.

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Why James Harden lacks leverage against Daryl Morey and the 76ers

James Harden's threat to never play for the 76ers may not do much to ultimately change his situation

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How good was Becky Hammon? The ground-breaking coach was also an elite WNBA player

Becky Hammon will be inducted into the Naismith Hall of Fame as part of its 2023 class. The 16-year WNBA veteran has earned it based on her career accolades.

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The key stats you need to know in Wade vs. Harden debate

Who was the better shooting guard: Dwyane Wade or James Harden? Here are the key stats between them to show which had the more impressive career.

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Austin Reaves' performance vs. Puerto Rico shows X-Factor potential

Austin Reaves had a strong performance off the bench in Team USA's exhibition against Puerto Rico. Here's what that means for his future in the World Cup.

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Can Ryan Turell become first Orthodox Jew in NBA?

Turell was picked up by the Motor City Cruise in the first round of the 2022 G League Draft and has quickly established himself as a huge fan favorite among the Jewish community.

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'Destination NBA' co-director describes journeys of G League players

The documentary, airing on Aug. 8 on Prime Video, shows a fascinating look at life on the fringes of the NBA.

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How Bill Russell became a tireless advocate for racial equality

Passages from Bill Russell's 1965 book "Go Up for Glory" reveal the type of man he was and how he dedicated his life to making the world less prejudiced.

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Meet the creator of HoopGrids, the viral trivia game taking over NBA Twitter

HoopGrids has skyrocketed in popularity since its launch only a few weeks ago. Meet the one-man team behind the trivia game that NBA fans love.

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Toronto's GOAT Mountain of Sports: Stieb, Lowry, Sundin, Sittler

The Sporting News' GOAT Mountain project has selected Dave Stieb, Kyle Lowry, Mats Sundin, and Darryl Sittler as the greatest athletes in Toronto sports history.

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Test your offseason knowledge with the 'Who He Play For?' quiz

Are you smarter than Charles Barkley? Put your NBA knowledge to the test with The Sporting News' version of the "Who He Play For?" quiz.

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Who are the new Hornets owners? Michael Jordan selling majority stake to Gabe Plotkin and Rick Schnall

Michael Jordan is selling the Hornets to a group led by Gabe Plotkin and Rick Schnall. Here's who those new owners are.

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How good was Dell Curry? Steph not the only legendary shooter in family

Dell probably would have started in today's NBA, but back in the 90s, 3-point shooting still wasn't totally embraced.

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Bulls, Lakers, Heat lead free agent destinations for Christian Wood

Christian Wood is one of the last free agents remaining. Here's what's going on with his situation and where he could land.

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Who won NBA Summer League MVP? Full list of Las Vegas award winners

Here is a list of Las Vegas Summer League MVPs since 2006.

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How Max Christie’s breakout Summer League impacts Lakers rotation

Max Christie looked terrific in the Las Vegas Summer League. Can he break into the Lakers' rotation?

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Canada leads ranking of best backcourts at FIBA Basketball World Cup

There are some extremely talented backcourts playing in the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. Here are the top four.

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Clippers, Knicks among top trade destinations for James Harden

James Harden and the Sixers are reportedly seeking a sign-and-trade to move the star to a new location. Here's what we know so far, and potential spots he could end up.

Stephen Noh

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New CBA explains why Raptors may be exploring Pascal Siakam trade

The Raptors face a tight financial outlook if they keep Pascal Siakam on the books. Here's what their future cap situation looks like.

Stephen Noh

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Six standouts from opening weekend of Las Vegas Summer League

Here are the six best players from the opening weekend of 2023 Las Vegas Summer League.

Stephen Noh

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The best seat to watch Victor Wembanyama at Summer League has a catch

Las Vegas Summer League seating is first-come, first-serve. Meet the fans willing to brave hours of desert heat to get the best view in the house.

Stephen Noh

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A firsthand look at Victor Wembanyama's up-and-down summer league debut

Victor Wembanyama's summer league debut was met with much fanfare. Did it live up to the hype?

Stephen Noh

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Summer League overtime rules, explained: How OT format works in NBA's exhibition games

Here are the Las Vegas Summer League overtime rules.

Stephen Noh

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Summer League fouls, explained: Why players are allowed more fouls in exhibition games

In Summer League, players are allowed 10 fouls before being disqualified.

Stephen Noh

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LeBron James sits atop 2024 NBA free agency rankings

There are multiple All-Stars that could become available in 2024, including a few big names in Los Angeles.

Stephen Noh

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Biggest winners and losers from NBA free agency

Despite the lack of big moves in free agency, there were a handful of very good teams that improved on the margins — and some teams that made very questionable decisions.

Stephen Noh

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NBA free agency 2023: Handing out grades to all 30 teams

Here are grades for all 30 teams, ranked from best (Bucks) to worst (Trail Blazers).

Stephen Noh

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Ranking top free agents remaining, including Christian Wood, Grant Williams

Here are the best players remaining in free agency heading into Wednesday.

Stephen Noh

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NBA free agency grades 2023: Live analysis of every major signing, trade and new contract

Instant analysis of every major free agent signing and trade from 2023 NBA free agency.

Stephen Noh

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2023 NBA free agency: Who are the best remaining players?

After a full weekend of signings, here are the best players left unsigned.

Stephen Noh

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What is disabled player exception? How NBA helps teams replace injured players

When an NBA team loses a player to injury for the entirety of a season, the league will sometimes give that team a spending allowance in order to replace that player.

Stephen Noh

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Evaluating EuroLeague star Vasilije Micic's NBA potential

Vasilije Micic is close to coming over to the NBA. How good could he be, and where could he end up?

Stephen Noh

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2023 NBA Free Agency grades: All 30 teams ranked from best (Suns) to worst (Blazers)

The Sporting News is ranking all 30 NBA teams from best to worst based on their moves from Day 1 in free agency.

Stephen Noh

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Yuta Watanabe's reunion with Suns' Kevin Durant is a perfect fit

The Suns found the perfect player for their needs, and Yuta Watanabe found a great landing spot to accentuate his strengths

Stephen Noh

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Potential James Harden trades involving Damian Lillard, Kyrie Irving & more

Here are some of the pieces and teams that could be involved in a James Harden trade, and what a fair trade would look like.

Scott Rafferty

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How NBA's latest CBA impacts salary cap, team spending

The NBA's new CBA introduces a second apron for big spenders, with harsh penalties for going over a certain amount. An explanation of the figures and penalties involved.

Stephen Noh

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NBA free agency 2023: Ranking the top nine centers

From Brook Lopez's killer defense to Mason Plumlee's solid contributions, here are the top nine free agent centers.

Stephen Noh

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What should the Bulls do in free agency?

The Sporting News' Steph Noh details how the Bulls should navigate 2023 free agency.

Stephen Noh

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Predicting RFA contracts for Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura and more

Predicting the contracts for the restricted free agents in 2023 free agency, including Austin Reaves, Coby White, Rui Hachimura, Cam Reddish, Cameron Johnson, P.J. Washington, Matisse Thybulle and Grant Williams.

Stephen Noh

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Finding the next Bruce Brown in free agency for the NBA's top contenders

As the Nuggets showed last year in bringing in Bruce Brown for a paltry $6.5 million, finding that one last bargain signing can make all of the difference.

Stephen Noh

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NBA free agency predictions: Guessing landing spots for top stars

Guessing landing spots and salaries is an inexact science. It only takes one team to blow things totally out of the water, but The Sporting News' Stephen Noh is staring into his crystal ball anyway.

Stephen Noh

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NBA free agency 2023: Ranking the top 11 power forwards

The 2023 free agent class isn't great overall, but power forward is the strongest position out there.

Stephen Noh

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The best bargain 3-point shooters available in free agency

The 2023 NBA Finals showed us that every team needs cheap shooting. Who are the best targets in this free agency class?

Stephen Noh

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NBA free agency 2023: Ranking the top 11 small forwards

Wings seem to always be in short supply in the NBA, and that is true again this summer.

Stephen Noh

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Biggest offseason decisions for Mavericks, from Kyrie Irving to Christian Wood

Running down the list of Mavericks free agents and who are the most important to keep.

Stephen Noh

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Is Damian Lillard going to the Heat? Breaking down Portland-Miami trade rumors

Damian Lillard has been rumored again to the Miami Heat. What is behind the latest rumors, and what the Heat can offer for the star?

Stephen Noh

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NBA free agency 2023: Ranking the top 11 shooting guards

Shooting guard is the deepest position of the 2023 free agency class.

Stephen Noh

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John Collins-Rudy Gay trade grades: Jazz buy low, Hawks clean up cap sheet

John Collins was traded to the Jazz in exchange for Rudy Gay and a draft pick. Grading the deal for the Hawks and Jazz.

Stephen Noh

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NBA free agency sleepers: 10 players that every team can afford

Many teams don't have the cash available this summer to get a star in free agency. But these 10 players are good rotation pieces off the bench that can help any team and fit into most salary caps.

Stephen Noh

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NBA free agency 2023: Ranking the top 11 point guards

The 2023 free agent class features some great point guards at the top, but it doesn't have the depth of other years.

Stephen Noh

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NBA free agents 2023 Big Board: Ranking top 50 players

NBA free agency is right around the corner, set to kick off on Friday, June 30. Here are the top 50 free agents for the summer of 2023.

Stephen Noh

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Teams with best shot at landing both Bronny and LeBron James in 2024

LeBron James has said that he wants to play with his son Bronny, who will likely be drafted somewhere in the 2024 lottery. Here are the teams with the best chance at having a pick in that range.

Stephen Noh

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Breaking down the winners & losers of the 2023 NBA Draft

Here are the biggest winners and losers from an eventful 2023 NBA draft.

Stephen Noh

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Why Cam Whitmore fell from possible top-5 pick all the way to 20th

Here's why Cam Whitmore fell so far in the 2023 NBA draft

Stephen Noh

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Kristaps Porzingis Celtics trade grade: How much better does he make Boston?

Looking at the fit of Kristaps Porzingis with the Celtics and what grade they should receive for the trade.

Stephen Noh

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Four second round sleepers in the 2023 NBA Draft that stats love

Who are the best second round sleepers in the 2023 draft? The statistical indicators that show four potential breakout prospects.

Stephen Noh

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Draymond Green enters free agency: Lakers, Thunder among best options

Draymond Green has opted out of his player option, making him an unrestricted free agent. What's next for him, and where he could land.

Stephen Noh

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How Lakers, Clippers Chris Paul trades would work and buyout possibilities

Chris Paul is being included in the Suns' trade for Bradley Beal, but his stay in Washington will likely be short. Here's where he could end up next.

Stephen Noh

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Bradley Beal's fit on the Suns and options to build out the rest of their roster

How Bradley Beal will fit on the Suns, and what they can do to build out the rest of their roster.

Stephen Noh

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Are Damian Lillard and Bradley Beal realistic options for the Heat?

The Heat have been rumored as a destination for Bradley Beal and Damian Lillard. Here's how likely those scenarios are, and what a deal might look like.

Stephen Noh

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Can the Nuggets be an NBA dynasty?

The Nuggets have a great young core in Denver. How many of those guys can they keep around, who are they at risk of losing in free agency, and what avenues do they have to get even better?

Stephen Noh

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Raptors free agency options after VanVleet declines player option

The Raptors have a big decision to make on Fred VanVleet, who is set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer after declining his player option.

Stephen Noh

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What does Tyler Herro's return mean for the rest of the Heat?

Tyler Herro has played in just one playoff game for the Heat. He is expected to return from two broken fingers soon. What will that mean for the team and the reemergence of Duncan Robinson?

Stephen Noh

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Why is NBA Reddit set to private?

Users who attempt to go to the NBA's Reddit page during June 12-14 have been greeted with a message indicating that the community is closed indefinitely. What's behind that message, and when will the popular subreddit be back?

Stephen Noh

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Inside Jamal Murray's pain tolerance drills: How unusual tests helped Nuggets star play through pain

Jamal Murray's father has used some unorthodox and extreme methods to train his son. Here's what they are.

Stephen Noh

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Stephen A. Smith surprised to learn Jokic is a dominant post player

On Thursday's episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith claimed that Nikola Jokic was not a dominant post player. JJ Redick quickly came in with the receipts, shutting down Stephen A's argument completely.

Stephen Noh

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Stephen A. Smith surprised to learn Jokic is a dominant post player

On Thursday's episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith claimed that Nikola Jokic was not a dominant post player. JJ Redick quickly came in with the receipts, shutting down Stephen A's argument completely.

Stephen Noh

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What should the Bulls do with Nikola Vucevic in free agency?

Vucevic and the Bulls are reportedly engaged in talks on an extension, but should Chicago keep the 32-year-old center?

Stephen Noh

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Game 3 prediction: Can Heat slow down Jokic enough to take control?

The Sporting News' Steph Noh provides his X-factors, storylines and prediction for Game 3 of the 2023 NBA Finals.

Stephen Noh

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Breaking down early advantages for Nuggets, Heat in NBA Finals

Through the first two games of the 2023 NBA Finals, the Nuggets and Heat have been far from perfect, but both teams can feel good about certain aspects of their game plans.

Stephen Noh

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Four reasons why LeBron to the Mavericks (probably) isn't happening

A report by The Athletic's Shams Charania indicated that Kyrie Irving was inquiring about bringing LeBron James to the Mavericks. Here's why that is almost certainly not happening.

Stephen Noh

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