Back by the popular demand of pretty much only myself, it’s the second annual edition of Around the NBA in 15 Trades. We’re taking all 30 teams in the lead up to the Feb. 7 trade deadline and finding a happy middle ground for prosperous barterdom. After a blockbuster on Day 1, let’s keep the
Month: January 2019
Dennis Smith Jr. might not fit perfectly with the Dallas Mavericks, but Dallas looking to trade him now is still surprising. There are a lot of surprises that pop up during an NBA season, especially on Adrian Wojnarowski’s Twitter timeline, but when Woj reported that the Dallas Mavericks had been shopping Dennis Smith Jr. it
The Los Angeles Lakers are all about making LeBron James happy now, but what trades could they make at the 2019 NBA Trade Deadline to make that so? Since LeBron James joined the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2018 NBA offseason, the talk has centered on who the next big piece the organization will add
After re-signing Paul George this summer, the Oklahoma City Thunder are off to a rough start thanks to another knee surgery for Russell Westbrook. The Thunder announced Wednesday morning that superstar guard Russell Westbrook had undergone a “maintenance” procedure on his right knee, which the team also described as preemptive. Oklahoma City set a four-week
These Oklahoma City Thunder only know life with Russell Westbrook. Now they might need to learn it without him. Since Kevin Durant left Russell Westbrook and the Oklahoma City Thunder back in 2016, the Thunder have played a grand total of three games without their dynamic, fierce point guard across two regular and postseasons. All
The Oklahoma City Thunder, one of the NBA’s most stable franchises, got another one right this week when they picked up coach Billy Donovan’s contract option for the 2019-20 season. It’s easy to blame coaches in the NBA no matter the stakes. The best teams cast aside the coaches who built them into contenders when
Heading into their New Year’s Eve game against the Dallas Mavericks, the Oklahoma City Thunder sit in third place in the Western Conference with a record of 22-13. They’ve actually been a bit unlucky to end up in that position, as the plus-6.1 points per game point differential paints them as a team that should
8:53 AM ET Tim BontempsESPN When faced with questions about a team’s upcoming schedule, most people in the NBA will go to great lengths to avoid saying anything interesting. They’ll instead offer platitudes and clichés about respecting each opponent and taking things one game at a time. Joel Embiid is not like most people in
5:58 PM ET EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — As LeBron James and Rajon Rondo continue to slowly make their way back to the court, Lonzo Ball is trying to fill the massive leadership void left for the Los Angeles Lakers. Nowhere near as vocal as James, Rondo and veteran center Tyson Chandler, Ball wants to try
Just over a month ago, one Basketball Insiders writer foolishly suggested that the Brooklyn Nets — despite all their youth, determination and overall grittiness — should strongly consider tanking out for the remainder of the 2018-19 season. At the time, the Nets were floundering without do-it-all playmaker Caris LeVert — holders of a dismal 3-10
11:49 PM ET DALLAS — The Golden State Warriors believe that Dallas Mavericks rookie Luka Doncic is not only an All-Star caliber player — he’s a superstar in the making. Even on a night in which Stephen Curry scored 48 points and hit 11 three-pointers in a 119-114 win over the Mavericks, it was Doncic’s
R.J. Barrett looks like a future NBA All-Star and is going to be a top pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. But given his weaknesses, is he the right type of player to build around? R.J. Barrett entered the season as the number one player on a lot of NBA Draft boards. One of the
Just over a month ago, one Basketball Insiders writer foolishly suggested that the Brooklyn Nets — despite all their youth, determination and overall grittiness — should strongly consider tanking out for the remainder of the 2018-19 season. At the time, the Nets were floundering without do-it-all playmaker Caris LeVert — holders of a dismal 3-10
Ever since he entered the league, it’s been understood that Kevin Durant is sui generis, a player who can score, rebound, and perhaps most significantly, distribute. But even with this skill set, it is noteable to see how his assist percentage has climbed. From 12.5 percent his rookie season in Seattle, Durant’s number headed north
It didn’t take long for Victor Oladipo to make the Indiana Pacers his team last season. He took a leap as a scorer and became an All-NBA defender, leading Indiana to the postseason. Indiana’s problem wasn’t when Oladipo was performing at peak level; it was when he wasn’t there to be the savior. Indiana was
2:05 AM ET LOS ANGELES – LeBron James’ second stint in Cleveland – the four NBA Finals appearances, the first championship in franchise history that snapped a 52-year title-less drought for the city — was an unabashed success. But it came at a cost. While James was brilliant in those postseason runs, he played 81
5:44 PM ET Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Grizzlies forward Kyle Anderson is expected to miss at least two to four weeks because of a sprained left ankle. The Grizzlies announced Sunday that Anderson had a Grade 2 sprain. Anderson hurt the ankle Saturday in a 112-108 loss at Miami. Anderson has made 38
LOS ANGELES, CA – JANUARY 12: Blake Griffin #23 of the Detroit Pistons looks on during the game against the LA Clippers on January 12, 2019 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and
DraftKings daily picks from NBA fantasy basketball high salary and high-value players including Splash Brothers to add to your lineup on January 13, 2019. Sunday’s DraftKings slate: 6 p.m. ET: Houston at Orlando7 p.m. ET: Golden State at Dallas8 p.m. ET: Portland at Denver9:30 p.m. ET: Cleveland at LA Lakers My favorite plays of the
FanDuel daily picks from NBA fantasy basketball high-salary and high-value players including Jusuf Nurkic to add to your lineup on January 13, 2019. Sunday’s FanDuel slate: 6 p.m. ET: Houston at Orlando7 p.m. ET: Golden State at Dallas8 p.m. ET: Portland at Denver9:30 p.m. ET: Cleveland at LA Lakers My favorite plays of the day
Wondering why the Chicago Bulls somewhat randomly fired Fred Hoiberg? TABFTC is a handy acronym to explain the situation. Sometimes, NBA teams have very good reasons for firing their head coaches. The Chicago Bulls may have had reasons for firing Fred Hoiberg, but they weren’t all that good, and they definitely don’t explain why Hoiberg
After the Chicago Bulls lost by a staggering 56 points at home on Saturday night, the team’s decision to move on from Fred Hoiberg looks even worse. When the Chicago Bulls fired head coach Fred Hoiberg to start last week, Bulls president of basketball operations cited a lack of “energy and a spirit” as the
12:13 AM ET A season of inconsistency for the Boston Celtics took another downward turn with Saturday night’s 105-103 loss to the Magic in Orlando, Florida. Asked what’s keeping Boston from being the team that so many expected entering the season, star point guard Kyrie Irving was blunt in his assessment. “Experience,” Irving told reporters.
1:35 AM ET OKLAHOMA CITY — Dennis Schroder was mad at himself. After a scoreless first half against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday, and looking out of sorts, showing signs of frustration, he was trying to find some personal spark, something to ignite him. He’s an emotional, temperamental player and it wasn’t just the
3:48 PM ET Dallas Mavericks sixth man J.J. Barea suffered a torn right Achilles tendon during Friday’s 119-115 road victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, sources told ESPN. An MRI on Saturday confirmed the Mavs’ initial fear that Barea tore the Achilles. The team officially announced a “right lower leg injury” for the veteran guard after
The atmosphere is buzzing. On one side of the court, bleachers are almost to capacity with roughly 1,200 people in attendance. The other side has been cleared out to welcome multiple bounce houses for the children. It’s Pirate Night. There are foam swords and pirate hats galore. This is the NBA G-League. The Salt Lake
On the heels of news he’d miss a second straight game with a lingering heel issue, Washington Wizards guard John Wall is headed toward season-ending surgery. Washington Wizards guard John Wall missed Friday night’s game against the Chicago Bulls with a left heel issue, and he was pretty quickly ruled out for Saturday night’s game
8:56 AM ET NBA InsidersESPN.com How solid are the Los Angeles Lakers‘ playoff chances with LeBron James out? Should the team make a significant move? Our NBA experts answer the big questions with the Lakers on the playoff bubble and James out. 1. Which is closer to your estimate of the Lakers’ playoff chances? 538:
AUBURN, ALABAMA – DECEMBER 22: Ja Morant #12 of the Murray State Racers attacks the basket against Austin Wiley #50 of the Auburn Tigers at Auburn Arena on December 22, 2018 in Auburn, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) The cast of Future Man previews season 2 on Hulu by Veronica Elizabeth Bruno Projected
As outsiders, it’s easy to make generalizations, to misunderstand the actual dynamics happening on the court and overlook legitimate reasons for a player to be frustrated. For example, how could Butler be upset with his role in the 76ers offense when, numerically, he’s getting almost the exact same opportunities he received in Minnesota? In Philadelphia, Butler
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