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Jarrod Prosser

Jarrod is a basketball lifer and has the knees to prove it. 

A former player, coach, trainer, scout and administrator, Jarrod has extensive and intimate knowledge of everything that happens on the hardwood. He has covered the NBA since 2018 for publications in the USA and his native Australia. He is a writer, podcaster, video analyst and also a broadcaster for NBL1 in Australia. In addition to basketball, Jarrod is passionate about hockey and football (the round ball one) as well as plenty of sports that you've likely never seen.

Could a reunion be in the cards for Rangers HC and this defenseman?

New York Rangers general manager Chris Drury has enjoyed an excellent offseason thus far, ticking items off his ‘to do’ list with encouraging regularity.

Could this young forward answer multiple questions for the Rangers?

Anaheim and New York already have strong front office ties, with a pair of trades in the past eight months. The cross-continental line should be open.

Examining the worst NBA free agency deals of the summer

Let’s look at a handful of the worst free agency deals signed this offseason.

Who has showed out so far at NBA Summer League?

Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper and the other top picks of the 2025 draft were always going to show out at the NBA Summer League. But what about some of the lesser heralded draftees?

Have the Rangers already achieved their offseason goals?

From a Presidents Trophy to missing the playoffs, the 2024-25 season proved to be a disaster for the Rangers. With plenty to address this offseason in an attempt to get back on track, has the team already achieved its objectives for the summer?

Five fascinating NBA Western Conference extension candidates

After examining the Eastern Conference, let’s turn our attention to the West and look at five intriguing extension-eligible players.

Five fascinating NBA Eastern Conference extension candidates

Let’s look at five of the more intriguing extension candidates in the Eastern Conference.

Is the NBA's Eastern Conference really a wasteland?

The NBA’s Eastern Conference has endured a horrid few months, with three of the conference's powerhouse teams losing a key piece to significant injury that will sideline them next season. 

There were only winners in this year's thrilling NBA Finals

After one of the best series, tactically, narratively and aesthetically, it’s proven difficult to come up with many losers coming out of the 2025 NBA Finals. So, let’s stay positive and focus on the winners from a delightful championship round.

Examining what Ace Bailey is trying to achieve with pre-draft approach

Bailey is an elite talent. You have to admire his attempt to work where he wants for the next four years; this dance is more than likely to fail.

Will Kevin Durant get what he wants?

It has been widely reported that Durant has three preferred teams he would like to be traded to this offseason.

What can the Thunder change to take Game 2 of the NBA Finals?

Let’s take a look at what the Thunder might be able to do to avoid dropping both home games and, more than likely, the series to the Indiana Pacers.

Should Knicks stick or twist?

Hard questions are anticipated at the end of any season where expectations have not been met.

Five big questions for the 2025 NBA Finals

The 68-win Oklahoma City Thunder are clear favorites against an Indiana Pacers side that won 18 fewer games and held home-court advantage in only the first round.

Why the Jazz should target a move for the second pick in the upcoming draft

After years of flirting, the Utah Jazz finally made a commitment to tanking. Unfortunately, it only netted them the fifth pick. Here's why they need to make a move up the draft board.

Who won the Karl-Anthony Towns-Julius Randle trade?

The preseason trade between the New York Knicks and Minnesota Timberwolves was fascinating, even in the moment. 

Julius Randle is rewriting his narrative

Many viewed the Timberwolves' acquisition of Randle as a misstep for the franchise. Instead, the forward has blossomed and played an instrumental role in the team's return to the conference finals.

Can the Celtics help themselves by helping others?

The Celtics suddenly find themselves with difficult decisions to make.

Why the Celtics have more at stake against the Knicks than just advancing 

Failing to reach the conference finals could put the Celtics on an uncomfortable path.

Is Mike Sullivan the right hire for the Rangers?

Is Sullivan really a slam-dunk choice?

Why one Western Conference team makes perfect sense for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Is a parting of the ways in the best interests of both Antetokounmpo and the Bucks? If so, one Western Conference team seems like a perfect fit to facilitate the move.

Can the Magic drag the Celtics down to their level?

Can the Magic stifle the Celtics offense and make a series of their first-round matchup?

Breaking down the keys to the Rockets-Warriors first-round matchup

As the old saying goes: styles makes fights, and as such we have a fascinating first-round matchup between the Rockets and Warriors.

How Clippers can stunt Nikola Jokic, Nuggets in playoff matchup

The Clippers are uniquely positioned not only to slow Nikola Jokic but also to stall the Nuggets in their playoff matchup.

The NBA's Bob Sura All-Stars

Let’s examine which marginal players have taken advantage of some late-season opportunities. Who are the 2024-25 Bob Sura All-Stars?