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The NBA playoffs aren't just about a fight for the title in the immediate sense — they're about building individual and team-based legacies. Many of our
Who should be NBA MVP? The case for the top five candidates
The NBA is in the process of preparing for the postseason, which means it’s time to give a fair evaluation of the season and start thinking about regular-season awards.
Five non-playoff NBA teams that could make the postseason next year
With the regular season coming to an end and the playoffs right around the corner, a few teams barely missed the cut and are left wondering what went wrong.
Rudy Gobert is the NBA's most dominant defender
There may not be a statistical figure you’ll see all season that shows the comprehensive impact a single player has on his basketball team more than this: The Utah Jazz concede the best opponent field goal percentage when Rudy Gobert is on the bench; the Utah Jazz concede the worst opponent field goal percentage when Rudy Gobert is on the floor.
Sports & Politics: Texans owner 'sorry not sorry' over remarks
"We can't have the inmates running the prison." - Bob McNair, Houston Texans owner Nearly five months after issuing an apology for a comment made during
10 young NBA players who took a leap, and 10 who didn't
There is a tremendous amount of young talent in the NBA right now, but not every talent grows at the same rate. There are a few guys who are far ahead of schedule in terms of their development and some others who are a bit behind the eight ball. Here we detail the 10 players 23 and younger who took a major leap and 10 who didn't.
Sports & Politics Intersect: Kings engage community as protests leave arena empty
"We're allowed to protest and they're allowed to do what they do out there, and as basketball players, majority of us African American in the league, we
Jaylen Brown can only control so much — and that's OK
“Just breathe and control what you control; it’s simple.” There is so much wisdom packaged in that pithy, nine-word sentence from one of the NBA’s most fascinating young talents.
Sports & Politics Intersect: Minor leaguers dealt major blow
"While the other team's hitting, you take an hour and you get a sandwich that (the club) pays for and you eat it. Are you working?" - Pat O'Conner, Minor League Baseball president After surviving a veto threat from President Donald Trump, Congress passed an omnibus spending bill that will have several winners and losers.
The Raptors' young bench could lead Toronto to the NBA Finals
It only took a mere four games for the Cleveland Cavaliers to eliminate the Toronto Raptors in the second round of the Eastern Conference playoffs last year.
Sports & Politics Intersect: Presidential sports coverage from coast-to-coast
"Who could forget the amazing Jose Altuve? Where's Jose? He's much taller than I thought." - President Donald Trump It's been a busy sports week for U.S.
Jamal Murray's heel turn is exactly what the Nuggets need
Jamal Murray became of age to drink legally in the U.S. less than a month ago and played in his first NBA game fewer than two years ago. Despite his age
Sports & Politics Intersect: NFL owners thrust anthem protests back into spotlight
“I am aware that my involvement in this movement means that my career may face the same outcome as Colin’s.” - Former San Francisco 49ers safety Eric Reid,
Clint Capela makes the Rockets nearly unbeatable
As of this writing, the Houston Rockets sit a game above the Golden State Warriors for the best record in the NBA and look like the team with the best shot at unseating the champs from their throne.
Sports & Politics Intersect: Arizona stands by their man over alleged FBI wiretap
"I have never knowingly violated NCAA rules while serving as head coach of this great program." -Sean Miller, University of Arizona basketball head coach Another week in collegiate sports, another scandal.
Sports & Politics Intersect: Cuban forced to face culture of misogyny in Mavs front office
“It was a real life 'Animal House.'” - A former Dallas Mavericks employee on the culture of the organization On Feb. 20, the sports world was once again shaken by another disgusting story that details sexual abuse, sexual harassment, misogyny and domestic abuse.
No one wants to jump with Dennis Smith Jr.
I still remember the wild debates Davion, Dhevin and I had about the 2003 draft class and which players would be the most fun to watch. Davion couldn’t wait to see LeBron James suit up for Cleveland, Dhevin still believes in Carmelo Anthony and I was sold on Dwyane Wade after watching him at Marquette.
Dario Saric thriving in shadows of Joel Embiid, Ben Simmons
On Wednesday night, the Philadelphia 76ers trailed the Miami Heat by 24 points early in the third quarter and seemed poised for a letdown night with Joel Embiid sitting to rest a sore ankle.
Sports & Politics Intersect: American controversies follow athletes to Olympics
Front Five: The top stories that shaped both sports & politics this week “[Adam Rippon] I want you to know we are FOR YOU. Don’t let fake news distract you.
Willy Hernangomez has a second chance to grow
After a promising rookie year that saw him earn First-Team All-Rookie honors, Willy Hernangomez was traded from the New York Knicks to the Charlotte Hornets amid frustrations about playing time from the 23-year-old big man.
Sports & Politics Intersect: Super Bowl shines a light on NFL's outsized problems
Front Five: The top stories that shaped both sports & politics this week “Uh, he will never play football. No, no. [...] I mean, yeah, it's kind of like that thing where my main objective is that he become a great person.
Why this year's Super Bowl is worth watching
The best argument for watching the Super Bowl is that there really doesn’t need to be an argument at all. This is one of the least compelling matchups in what is arguably the least compelling time to watch professional football, and yet, it will be the most watched American television event because you, at the very least, have to pretend to care.
Six NBA trade deadline candidates and their ideal landing spots
With the NBA trade deadline rapidly approaching, there are a few teams that have some very specific needs, and a few other teams who have needs up and down the roster to either help turn around or save their season.
Sports & Politics Intersect: MSU, USA Gymnastics under fire as Nassar trial ends
"I only hope when you get a chance to speak, you tell us who knew what and when they knew it. If you truly want us to heal, you will do this for us." - Kaylee Lorincz, one of Larry Nassar's victims Larry Nassar will spend the rest of his life in prison.
Enes Kanter's life off the court is just as compelling as his game
Enes Kanter has been wonderful for the New York Knicks. Traded from the Thunder for Carmelo Anthony in the offseason, he’s seen more opportunities to become the player we always knew he could be.
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