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Ethan Temkin

Ethan Temkin is a Los Angeles based sports writer and started his career in 2017 for Fansided’s Los Angeles Lakers blog, LakeShowLife. Although he specializes in NBA coverage, he is also an avid fan of the NFL, Formula 1 and all things film and television. Follow Ethan on Instagram and Twitter: @ethantemkin.

'Nowhere near ready': Bronny James faces tough decision on NBA future

With the May 29 deadline to withdraw from the draft looming, Bronny faces a difficult decision.

Which NBA stars are in danger of missing out on end-of-season awards?

In wake of the league's new 65-game rule, let's take a look at which players are actually in danger of missing out on awards and accolades.

Why Warriors' Jonathan Kuminga is the X-factor for team's success

The Golden State Warriors (27-26) face a difficult journey to reach the postseason and with 29 games remaining in the NBA season, third-year forward Jonathan Kuminga is the X-factor in this team's success.

Top potential landing spots for Hawks star Trae Young

This may be Young's last season as a member of the Atlanta Hawks.

Klay Thompson's pick for the NBA three-point contest may surprise you

Ahead of Saturday's highly anticipated three-point shootout between Stephen Curry and Sabrina Ionescu, Klay Thompson shared his pick to win it all.

Lakers should keep emerging guard instead of making a trade-deadline deal

Los Angeles Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell's play of late should give the team pause when it comes to potentially dealing him ahead of the trade deadline.

Five NBA players who could use a change of scenery

Ahead of the trade deadline, five NBA players who would benefit from landing with new teams.

Four NBA teams in desperate need of a trade deadline makeover

With the NBA trade deadline less than a month away, several teams are looking to revamp their struggling rosters.

Is it time to panic for these four NBA teams?

Losing streaks, injuries and suspensions can radically alter our perception of a team. Here are four teams that have dramatically underperformed, ranked on a panic meter scale of  "1" (worried) to "10" (full-blown hysteria).

What's behind the Clippers' hot streak?

After an 0-6 record following their acquisition of James Harden in late October, the Los Angeles Clippers have won eight straight games and sit 1.5 games behind second-place Oklahoma City in the Western Conference.

Why sputtering Spurs remain a disaster even with Victor Wembanyama

With a 93-82 loss to the Houston Rockets on Monday night, the San Antonio Spurs upped their franchise-record losing streak to 17 games. How could a team be this bad with a generational talent in Victor Wembanyama — the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft?

NBA's three biggest disappointments: Is rookie teetering on 'bust'?

With roughly a quarter of the NBA season over, the "haves" (Boston Celtics, Milwaukee Bucks) have separated from the "have-nots" (Washington Wizards, Detroit Pistons).

Could his declining play shape Warriors' attitude toward Draymond Green?

Every team has its tipping point when it comes to player misconduct, and no one has better tested this limit than Green.

Rockets' Dillon Brooks on Grizzlies' struggles: 'The girlfriend that you used to have'

“It’s like the girlfriend that you used to have,” Brooks said of the Memphis Grizzlies this season without him. “You don’t know how good she is until she’s gone, per Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle.

Lakers need to shift focus to Alex Caruso, not Zach LaVine

The Los Angeles Lakers have been linked as a potential suitor for Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine, but is that the right move for this team?

'Clown behavior': A brief history of the Rudy Gobert-Draymond Green feud

The altercation is the latest action in a longstanding feud between Gobert and Green.

Teams looking into trade availability of this Bulls All-Star guard

The Bulls and guard Zach LaVine are both open to the idea of a trade and given the team's start to the season, this is a deal that needs to happen sooner rather than later.

Deep issues: Why injury-riddled Lakers are struggling

What's up with the Los Angeles Lakers? A lot of things, it turns out.

Four takeaways from Week 2 of the NBA season

A superteam out East, a brand new in-season tournament and a fallen contender highlighted an intriguing Week 2 of the NBA.

Draymond Green takes veiled shots at former teammate

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green had some not-so-subtle jabs about his former teammate Jordan Poole.

Warriors find success with former All-Star's bench role

Let's dig into Paul's new role and see the positive impact he's had on this team so far.

Three takeaways from Week 1 of the NBA season

The NBA is finally back, and after an exciting slate that featured 14 games decided by five points or less, here are three key takeaways from this first week of NBA action.

NBA referees announce crucial missed call in Celtics-Knicks game

The NBA finally decided to crack down on flopping, but it looks like the referees may have already gotten a call wrong.

Takeaways for Lakers from season-opening loss to Nuggets

The Los Angeles Lakers started their season with a 119-107 loss to the reigning champion Denver Nuggets, and while fans might want to temper their expectations for this roster, there was plenty to be encouraged about.

Leaked NBA City Edition jersey designs fall flat

The NBA City Edition jerseys for the 2023-24 season were leaked online late Sunday evening.