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Addam Goldman

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Addam Goldman is an avid sports fan who loves breaking down the game with insightful analysis. He's especially dedicated to the game of basketball. His passion for the sport started early, with one of his earliest memories being sitting on his grandpa's lap and watching the Lakers.

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Three All-Stars who could make NBA Finals or miss playoffs

The NBA has never been more competitive. A surge of young talent, reloaded rosters and league-wide parity have made several established All-Stars face greater uncertainty.

Assessing NBA's best contracts: Star's discount gives Knicks best shot at title, more

Cost effective contracts can be a game-changer, offering organizations the chance to secure All-Star caliber athletes at a discounted price, creating the foundation for a championship run.

Assessing NBA's worst contracts: Three-time All-Star hamstringing Suns, more

Let’s unveil the contracts that are truly weighing down their teams.

Which 2023-24 NBA lottery teams can make the playoffs this year?

Two teams in the Western Conference have the potential to make a leap from the lottery to the playoffs this year.

Can Jamal Murray make the 2024-25 All-Star team?

As we gear up for the 2024-25 season, the question lingers: Is this the year Murray finally breaks through and is named an All-Star?

Which Eastern Conference teams are primed for biggest improvements this season?

The NBA's Eastern Conference has a number of teams which could potentially take big steps forward this coming season.

Are the Milwaukee Bucks still championship contenders?

Are the Milwaukee Bucks just treading water while everybody else is swimming?

Can Lakers make deep playoff run after quiet offseason?

The Lakers' roster remains essentially unchanged as training camp looms on Oct. 1. Can this team compete for a championship? 

Which Western Conference teams are primed for the biggest improvements this season?

Every NBA season, a handful of teams defy expectations and make a significant jump in the standings. This year, the Western Conference is poised for some shake-ups, with several squads ready to climb the ranks.

What replacing Tobias Harris with Paul George means for 76ers

The Philadelphia 76ers made the biggest splash of the NBA offseason by landing Paul George, who will replace longtime forward Tobias Harris. Is the move the final piece to Philadelphia's championship puzzle?

Are the Thunder primed to win their first championship?

Last season, the Thunder climbed back into the playoffs after a five-year drought, claiming the Western Conference's top seed. 

Three Lakers role players who are key to a potential title run

Los Angeles Lakers superstars LeBron James and Anthony Davis are poised for another dominant season, but their championship aspirations hinge on the performances of their supporting cast. 

Is negative narrative dogging Bulls' Zach LaVine warranted?

The narrative surrounding Zach LaVine, the two-time All-Star for the Chicago Bulls, has become increasingly toxic. But is the criticism warranted?

Is Klay Thompson primed to disappoint for Mavericks?

Thompson's move to the Mavericks has been met with widespread acclaim. Is the partnership destined to be a disappointment?