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Davis' future in Dallas is in question. Here's why a trade to the Hawks makes sense.
Evaluating the factors involved in LeBron James' potential retirement decision
Should LeBron James retire? The question sounds harsher than it really is.
What the first NBA All-Star votes really tell us
The NBA released its first All-Star fan voting returns on Monday morning, providing an early snapshot of how the league looks at midseason.
Jalen Brunson's hot start is is forcing the NBA to pay attention
Greatness, W.H. Auden wrote, has a habit of happening while everyone else is looking the other way. Sounds a lot like New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson.
Five predictions for the remainder of 2025-26 NBA season
As the NBA calendar flips to 2026, the league enters a new year with new possibilities. With that in mind, here are five predictions that will shape how this season is remembered.
Knicks' Tyler Kolek is the second coming of 'Linsanity'
Jeremy Lin has been flattened by time into a highlight reel and the "Linsanity" catchphrase, but the myth omits the context that made it happen. Jeremy Lin didn't emerge in a vacuum.
Six biggest trade possibilities to watch before the NBA deadline
These are the six biggest trade possibilities to watch and the two best landing spots for each player.
Who should really start the 2025 NBA All-Star Game?
Here's the starting five that should represent each conference for the 2025 NBA All-Star Game.
Is Cade Cunningham or Jalen Brunson the best point guard in the Eastern Conference?
Both altered the direction of their organizations.
Six biggest trade possibilities to watch before the NBA deadline
With the NBA trade deadline approaching, front offices around the league are quietly doing what they do best this time of year: gauging risk, checking on availability and determining how aggressive contenders are willing to be.
What the Knicks and Spurs bring to the Emirates NBA Cup final
The Emirates NBA Cup final features a rematch of the 1999 Finals.
Rookie rankings: Cooper Flagg still the standard as first-year class reshapes NBA
The 2025 rookie class continues to separate itself by depth as much as potential star power.
Why Knicks’ interest in Jose Alvarado makes perfect sense
This move would maintain, and even improve, roster balance and financial discipline, while finally solving a problem that has lingered behind Jalen Brunson for years.
The untouchables: Every NBA team's cornerstone — from Luka Doncic to Jalen Brunson
In an NBA economy defined by optionality, asset management and a near-constant hum of trade speculation, the word “untouchable” is thrown around loosely.
Dynamic dozen: Ranking NBA's best 25-and-under cores
The NBA is filled with young groups that already play with the poise and command of veteran units. These are the teams whose 25-and-under cores show real chemistry, positional clarity and the kind of talent that can dictate playoff series for years.
Dream scenarios: What Thunder could offer Bucks for Giannis Antetokounmpo and still be dominant
At 24–1, the Oklahoma City Thunder own the league’s best record and a near-unbeatable two-way profile. They’ve become a rarity: a young powerhouse with the flexibility of a rebuilding team.
Knicks' best and worst Giannis Antetokounmpo trade scenarios
If the Milwaukee Bucks make Giannis Antetokounmpo available, no franchise would move faster than the New York Knicks.
Why Spurs are dark-horse championship contenders this season
Rebuilding teams aren’t supposed to look this composed this fast. But the Spurs aren’t following a normal timeline.
Houston, the Rockets have a starting lineup problem
The Rockets opened the 2025–26 season Tuesday night against the defending champion Thunder with more to prove than any team in the West.
Did Tom Thibodeau reveal trade secrets to the Celtics?
When a coach is fired in a messy team divorce, and drops into the practice gym of a division rival—the tea is piping hot.
Trail Blazers' latest moves signal playoff push
The Blazers are no longer building through the draft. This season is about making the playoffs.
Jaylen Brown’s leadership role will determine the Celtics' season
When Jayson Tatum went down with a torn Achilles during the Eastern Conference semifinals, it appeared the contention window for the Boston Celtics' slammed shut.
Why under-the-radar Luke Kornet could be the Spurs’ ideal frontcourt partner for Victor Wembanyama
Overshadowed by flashier moves across the league, Luke Kornet’s deal with the San Antonio Spurs looks like one of the summer’s smartest bets. Kornet’s profile fits his new role: low-usage offense, high-IQ screening and decision-making and dependable rim protection.
Why the Hawks won't live up to hype in 2025-26
The Hawks have been widely praised for their offseason work, with many labeling them contenders in a wide-open Eastern Conference. Here's why they won't meet those expectations.
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