about 2 months ago

NBA East/West Standings Update (March 8th)

The Lakers moved to 5th after beating the Knicks while the Rockets fell to 4th after losing to the Spurs. Magic/Bucks, Heat/Pistons, and Raptors/Mavericks have all stayed put. Wizards fell to 14th from 13th after losing to New Orleans. Bulls/Kings and Blazers/Pacers have also remained the same. The Suns are 2 GB from 6th.

By Samir Mehdi

about 2 months ago

Paul Pierce Says the Lakers Fit Better Around Luka Doncic Without LeBron

Pierce argued the Lakers are “better off” without James because Luka and LeBron have overlapping styles. He said LeBron, now 41, isn’t the same defensive fit and that role players slot more naturally around Doncic’s game. Pierce added Austin Reaves gets freer offensively without James, while Danny Green disagreed, saying Los Angeles is still deeper with LeBron.

By Raahib Singh

about 2 months ago

Bam Adebayo Plays Like Nikola Jokic but Miami Is Still a First-Round Exit, Per Joe Johnson

"He kind of similar to Jokic," Johnson said of Bam, calling him a point center who initiates offense and pulls bigs away from the basket. "He been shooting the 3 lately and they look good," Johnson added. "Miami does this. They come out, have a great game and then it'll be a first round exit," he said.

By Adit Pujari

about 2 months ago

Brian Windhorst Says Jayson Tatum Put Boston Back on Top in the East

Windhorst said he “couldn't be more pleased” with how Tatum looked and now has Boston atop the East. The praise came after Tatum’s return from his Achilles injury, with First Take framing the debate around whether the Celtics are winning the conference again. Windhorst’s takeaway was clear: Boston has reclaimed pole position with its star back.

By Raahib Singh

about 2 months ago

Bobby Portis Doubtful About Giannis Antetkounmpo Returning to Milwaukee Next Year

Portis rated his confidence in Giannis returning to Milwaukee at a 5 out of 10. "It's up in the air," Portis admitted, noting the Bucks goal has always been championships since 2020, not just making the playoffs. "It's going to be a super lingering thing all summer long, especially leading up into the draft," he added.

By Adit Pujari

about 2 months ago

Stephen A. Smith Isn’t Worried About Nuggets After Jamal Murray’s Ankle Injury

After Murray’s ankle injury, Smith blasted the concern around Denver. “Y’all should be ashamed of yourselves,” he said, adding, “He hurt his ankle, y’all,” and “he’s going to be rested.” Smith argued that March overreactions miss the point because “come playoff time” Denver’s stars will be ready. “We can’t be reacting in March,” he said.

By Raahib Singh

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