5 months ago

A'ja Wilson Admits Pettiness Fuels Her Greatness

On Hot Ones, Wilson laughed through the heat and admitted what really powers her: pettiness. "It's really bad how much pettiness fuels me," she said, joking she'd even get mad at a tweet without punctuation. Wilson's chip-on-shoulder mindset mirrors how Michael Jordan and Shaquille O'Neal turned every slight into motivation for every game they played.

By Raahib Singh

5 months ago

Nikola Jokic Still Sets the Pace in NBA's Latest MVP Ladder

The latest MVP ladder again has Jokic on top, just as in last week’s update we covered. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncic remain his closest challengers, with Giannis and Cade Cunningham rounding out the top five. Victor Wembanyama, Donovan Mitchell, Tyrese Maxey, Alperen Sengun, and Jalen Johnson complete the current top ten. For now, the race still runs through Denver.

By Raahib Singh

5 months ago

Report Links Timberwolves to Possible Julius Randle Trade If Right Star Becomes Available

The Timberwolves may view Randle as a trade chip rather than a long-term fit. Brett Siegel reports there's “a growing sense” Minnesota will consider selling high on the forward if the right star hits the market. The snag is draft capital: after deals, the Wolves lack movable first-round picks, complicating pursuits of Ja Morant or another guard.

By Raahib Singh

5 months ago

Bucks, Clippers Among 5 Teams To Watch Out For as Potential DeMar DeRozan Suitors

DeRozan is shaping up as one of the league’s prime trade candidates. Brett Siegel reports contenders and hopefuls view the veteran scorer on an expiring deal as a “one-year rental” ahead of February. The Bucks, Clippers, Heat, Blazers, and Grizzlies are all labeled teams to watch if Kings open the door to a deal before the trade deadline.

By Raahib Singh

5 months ago

Anthony Davis Set to Face Lakers in First Game Back From Calf Injury

Dallas’ star big man is expected to return tonight in Los Angeles after missing a month with a calf strain, per Shams Charania. It will be his first matchup in L.A. against his former team since February’s blockbuster trade sent him to the Mavericks. Davis had been sidelined for the past 14 games while fully rehabbing.

By Raahib Singh

5 months ago

LeBron James and Steve Nash Marvel at Nikola Jokic ‘Making a Joke’ of the NBA

On Mind the Game, Nash gushed over Jokic’s offense before asking if he’s the best LeBron has ever faced. LeBron called Joker the most “dominant, complete” opponent he’s seen, citing shooting near 67%, outrageous on-off splits, and an offense pushing 1.30 points per possession with him on the floor. They agreed his nightly dominance still isn’t discussed enough.

By Raahib Singh

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