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Mavericks won’t thrive with Cooper Flagg as their point guard

Cooper Flagg’s first NBA night offered a dose of reality for the Dallas Mavericks. The No. 1 pick logged a double-double but struggled to organize an offense.

Five underrated NBA preseason performers pushing for a rotation spot

The preseason won’t crown a champion, but it does decide jobs. 

New-look Luka Doncic may turn Lakers into true title contenders

Luka Doncic didn’t just come back thinner — he came back transformed.

What we learned from Rockets' first game in Kevin Durant era

The Rockets didn’t need fireworks to announce a new era. They just needed balance.

Giannis Antetokounmpo whispers setting stage for NBA frenzy

Reports of trade discussions have sparked speculation about Antetokounmpo's future in Milwaukee.

Preseason is Bronny James’ last hope for a meaningful role

Bronny James' opportunity to prove he belongs is running out.

2025-26 NBA season is make or break for 76ers' Paul George

The 2025-26 season presents Paul George with an opportunity to demonstrate that he can still make a significant impact.

Warriors' biggest opponent this season will be Father Time

The Golden State Warriors are leaning on experience more than ever. 

Kevin Durant alone can’t save the Rockets’ middling offense

Last season, despite finishing 52–30 and grabbing the No. 2 seed in the West, the Houston Rockets’ offense was middling.

Lakers have been quietly laying foundation for life without LeBron James

LeBron wants to control his exit, but the Lakers are no longer structuring their future around him.

Could Mavericks be instant championship contenders?

Suddenly, Dallas has a core that looks a lot closer to contender status than anyone imagined a few months ago.

This could be Lakers’ biggest chance to grab coveted big man

The Los Angeles Lakers have circled the big man for more than a year, and his situation now might finally open the door.

Is Russell Westbrook actually a good fit for Rockets?

The Rockets just got the worst kind of preseason news, as Fred VanVleet tore his right ACL during an offseason workout and is expected to miss the entire 2025-26 season. Inevitably, the conversation has turned to free agents.

Why a LeBron James, NBA Europe partnership makes sense

The NBA has been talking about going global for decades, but the chatter around NBA Europe feels more real than ever.

It's time for the Heat to shift gears

The Miami Heat built their identity on never saying die. and that foundation has served them well. But the best path forward for the franchise at the moment may be taking a step back first.

Why the 2025-26 season will prove Jonathan Kuminga right for wanting to leave Warriors

The 2025-26 season isn’t just another year for Kuminga — it’s the confirmation.

Why Spurs should not pursue Austin Reaves in 2026 free agency

For the Spurs, the fit and the price don’t add up.

Warriors’ messy summer could lead to more than just Jonathan Kuminga’s exit

The Golden State Warriors didn’t just have a messy summer — they walked into a timeline crisis.

What’s next for Kawhi Leonard and scandal-plagued Clippers?

The Kawhi Leonard era in Los Angeles seems almost over. Injuries and playoff heartbreak have dimmed the promise for the Clippers, but the Aspiration scandal feels like the final nail.

Heat linked to future Hall of Famer in rumors, but can Miami even land a superstar anymore?

The Miami Heat have always had swagger, but lately that confidence is being tested.

Andrew Wiggins could be the missing piece to the Lakers' championship puzzle

The Lakers' holes are obvious, and Andrew Wiggins might be the solution.

What Luka Doncic's killer shape at EuroBasket has taught us

Luka Doncic showed up to EuroBasket 2025 looking different. Not just more locked in, but leaner, sharper and ready to carry Slovenia like never before.

Six Slams in record time: Is Carlos Alcaraz on GOAT trajectory? 

Alcaraz is winning Grand Slams at an unheard of pace.