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On TwitterHeat 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.
From Chosen One to castaway: The precipitous fall of Ben Simmons
Once considered the heir to LeBron James, Ben Simmons has skidded from household name to borderline retirement in record time.
Pinpointing the perfect time for LeBron James to retire
LeBron James’ legendary career might be heading toward its final act.
Why Clippers may never escape Kawhi Leonard, Paul George era
The Clippers went all in for Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. It looked like the kind of gamble a franchise has to take if it wants to escape decades of irrelevance. Years later, the reality is brutal.
Why teams weren't lining up to sign elite scorer Cam Thomas
The answer lies less in offense and more in a modernization mismatch.
Can proposed format save NBA All-Star Weekend?
Will a new format finally pull off the save, or are we just repackaging a sinking ship?
Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz flipping script for post-Big 3 era
The men’s game was supposed to be wide open in the post-Big 3 era. That has not been the case.
Five EuroBasket stars who could have a breakout year in the NBA
Alongside established stars like Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic, the tournament also has a handful of lesser-known players on the radar. They may not dominate headlines yet, but their performances overseas show they’re ready to push for a bigger role in the NBA.
Cavaliers setting themselves up for more failure
The Cavaliers are built to win games. The problem is, they’re not built to survive.
Is Cooper Flagg’s hype getting out of hand?
A former NBA player and six-time All-Star recently offered some high praise of Flagg. But is the hype getting out of hand?
Five sneaky teams that should go after Malik Beasley
Plenty of teams seem like a fit for Beasley. Here are five sneakier options.
Derrick Rose’s impact in Chicago goes way beyond basketball
For so many in Chicago, Derrick Rose wasn’t just a baller—he was hope personified.
Is Austin Reaves truly untouchable for the Lakers?
Austin Reaves turned heads with a breakout 2024–25 season for the Los Angeles Lakers, but is he untouchable in trade talks?
Why Rockets are managing Kevin Durant's future perfectly
For all the noise that surrounds star-driven rebuilds, the Rockets quietly flipped the script.
Why the 2025-26 NBA schedule is bad news for Joel Embiid
Joel Embiid is trying to come back—but the NBA’s new schedule might make it harder than you think.
Warriors are testing Stephen Curry’s patience this offseason
The Golden State Warriors are the only team that haven’t signed a player this summer, and that silence is beginning to test Stephen Curry’s patience.
Former NBA mascot suing his former team
The Denver Nuggets are facing a lawsuit from someone fans never thought would turn against the team—their mascot.
Why Spurs need to make a leap in 2025-26
The Spurs are no longer a rebuild in waiting — they’re on the cusp of something real.
Can the Pacers still thrive without Tyrese Haliburton?
Fresh off a NBA Finals run, the Indiana Pacers were supposed to make noise again next season, but Tyrese Haliburton’s heartbreaking absence is changing that excitement for the team into a real-time crisis they’ll have to solve internally.
What the Celtics must do this season to still be a contender
The Celtics were riding a high just a few months ago. After winning the 2024 NBA Championship behind Jayson Tatum’s MVP-level run and a suffocating defense, everything seemed aligned for another deep playoff run. But the 2025 postseason turned out to be brutal.
Is leaving the Hawks the better option for Trae Young next summer?
Trae Young’s future with the Atlanta Hawks suddenly feels more uncertain than ever.
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