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Oklahoma City Thunder News / The SportsRush / November 25

Rachel Nichols Calls NBA MVP a Three-Horse Race, Names Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as Her Early-Season Favorite

As competitive as the matchups have been in each conference with one-fourth of the NBA season gone, the MVP race is heating up to unprecedented levels.

NBA News / The SportsRush / November 25

'Klay Thompson Has Won 4 Rings, Ja Morant Has Won 1 Playoff Series': Rachel Nichols Ends the Debate With One Line

The Memphis Grizzlies beat the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday, but that wasn’t the most noteworthy thing that came from that game between two teams that have massively underperformed so far this season.

New Orleans Pelicans News / The SportsRush / November 20

Comparing NBA Trades to Buying a House, Rachel Nichols Discusses Zion Williamson’s Fit With Pelicans

The NBA regular season is about 20% done for most teams. It’s a small sample size, but also a large enough one for some teams to realize that competing this year just isn’t going to be in the cards for them.

San Antonio Spurs News / The SportsRush / October 28

Rachel Nichols Believes She ‘Undershot’ Victor Wembanyama’s Ceiling With a Top-10 Prediction

In just four games of the 2025-26 NBA season, Victor Wembanyama has lived up to his ‘Alien’ nickname. The presumption was that the San Antonio Spurs star would take another jump, but an MVP-calibre season didn’t seem possible so early on.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 20

Rachel Nichols Uses Toddler Analogy To Explain Luka Doncic’s Temper Tantrums On The Court

Luka Doncic has been one of the best players in the NBA for much of his career, but he also ranks near the top when it comes to throwing temper tantrums on the court.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 18

'Tired Leads to More Temper Tantrums': Rachel Nichols Believes ‘Skinny’ Luka Doncic Will Be More Disciplined

As the 80th NBA season edges closer, Lakers fans have plenty to be excited about. Sure, LeBron James’ sciatica diagnosis has everyone a bit on edge, but with ‘skinny’ Luka Doncic already shedding 30 pounds, the purple and gold nation can start dreaming again.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 1

Rachel Nichols Brings Up Rob Pelinka’s Cryptic Answer About Wanting LeBron James on the Roster Next Year

The NBA season is still weeks away, but folks are already anxious about the future of basketball’s most famous son, Lebron James. LeBron is about to begin his record 23rd year in the league and his eighth with the Lakers, and after exercising his player option this summer, he’s set to become a free agent next summer.

Los Angeles Clippers News / EssentiallySports / September 30

Rachel Nichols Reveals Kawhi Leonard Mistake That Puts Clippers at Risk of Major NBA Punishment

The Clippers’ cap circumvention policy keeps growing larger. Both Steve Ballmer and Kawhi Leonard still remain unmoved. The Klaw spoke about the situation in a short media day appearance.

NBA News / The SportsRush / September 25

'Just Not Going to Happen': Rachel Nichols Explains Why NBA Won’t Have a 1–16 Playoff Re-Seeding Anytime Soon

For a long time, the NBA’s Western Conference has felt like the major leagues, while the East has resembled, if not Little League, then at least AAA. Certain

Houston Rockets News / The SportsRush / September 25

Rachel Nichols Says Kevin Durant Looks ‘More Excited and Energized’ While Assessing His Rockets Fit

The Houston Rockets were in the top-5 in the league in terms of defense last season. However, their offense was simply not up to the mark, and that weak link was exposed in the first-round playoff series against the Golden State Warriors.

Philadelphia 76ers News / The SportsRush / September 24

Joel Embiid Pushing Through 'Appropriate Fear' Is Key for Sixers to Go Over 42 Wins, Says Rachel Nichols

The 2025-26 NBA season is just about to begin and yet again, the Philadelphia 76ers seem to be scratching their head for answers. Despite a disastrous 2024-25 season, the Sixers still have enough talent to make some noise in the Eastern Conference.

NBA News / The SportsRush / September 24

Rachel Nichols Questions Thunder’s Hype in ESPN Survey, Says They’re Not at Steph Curry-Kevin Durant Warriors Level Yet

The Oklahoma City Thunder might be the defending NBA champions but what are the odds that they actually go ahead and defend it successfully this season?

NBA News / The SportsRush / September 12

'Watching the Entire Game Is What Gets People Invested': Rachel Nichols Questions Adam Silver’s Comments About Free Highlights

Beginning this upcoming NBA season, the 11-year, $77 billion media rights deal has mostly been viewed as a good thing. Franchise valuations are way up, and player salaries are set to skyrocket.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 11

'Nobody Should Be Surprised' if Lakers Win 18th Title This Season, Say Multiple Insiders

NBA insider Rachel Nichols stated "nobody should be surprised" if the Los Angeles Lakers win the NBA Championship in the 2025-26 season on the Open Floor podcast.

Denver Nuggets News / HITC / September 9

Rachel Nichols slams Denver Nuggets’ treatment of Nikola Jokic, issue now fixed

Last season, the Denver Nuggets came up short of repeating their 2023 championship run. The team lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder in seven games during the Western Conference semifinals.

Boston Celtics News / The SportsRush / August 30

'Finals MVP 1 Year and 2 Months Ago!': Rachel Nichols Believes Jaylen Brown Can Keep Celtics Competitive in Tatum’s Absence

As one of the most consistent teams in the NBA, one can never rule out the Boston Celtics even before the season starts. But with Jayson Tatum recovering

New York Knicks News / NBA Analysis Network / August 7

Rachel Nichols believes New York Knicks have a spot available for former MVP to sign this summer, ‘he would flourish’

Rachel Nichols has suggested that the New York Knicks should move for a former MVP who is still a free agent. The New York Knicks brought in players like Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele in free agency to strengthen their roster.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 18

NBA Reporter Rachel Nichols Reacts Strongly to Damian Lillard's Portland Comeback

Basketball fans knew it was "Dame Time" on Thursday. The nine-time NBA All-Star point guard, instead of chasing a title with a new team, decided that

Rutgers Scarlet Knights News / The SportsRush / June 27

Pointing out agent Omar Cooper's lack of experience, Rachel Nichols condemns Ace Bailey's actions

Former ESPN journalist Rachel Nichols discussed the odd happenings around the draft selection and how it was handled.

Ace Bailey threatened interested team before NBA Draft

Jazz call draft prospect's bluff with No. 5 pick

Five NBA first-round picks who will make an instant impact

An Ace and a bluff: Five takeaways from first round of NBA Draft

Every NBA player to average 30 points per game in a season

The 'No. 5 NBA draft picks' quiz

Former ESPN Reporter Rachel Nichols Announces Ambitious New Career Move

Rachel Nichols became of a familiar name in the NBA and NFL worlds during her days as a sideline reporter with ESPN before parting ways with the company in early 2022. Nichols covered big time events including Monday Night Football and the NBA Finals, endearing herself to millions of fans along the way.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / May 9

‘It is so rare’… LA Clippers owner deserves credit, Rachel Nichols makes Dallas Mavericks comparison

Despite the LA Clippers falling to the Denver Nuggets 120-101 in Game 7 of their first-round series, owner Steve Ballmer managed to make headlines with a generous gesture that showcased his passion for the franchise.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / April 26, 2024

DeMarcus Cousins: Joel Embiid needs to 'come down in weight'

DeMarcus Cousins says Joel Embiid needs to 'come down in weight'

Joel Embiid has consistently struggled with injuries and conditioning, and DeMarcus Cousins sees a solution.

Former Knicks guard calls out Joel Embiid for questionable play

Joel Embiid makes incredible NBA playoffs history

Joel Embiid's career high keeps 76ers alive in series vs. Knicks

The highest-paid players for the 2023-24 NBA season

The 'NBA MVP' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / August 28, 2023

New 'Undisputed' leaves Skip Bayless speechless

If this is the new 'Undisputed,' its creator may spend more time fighting to be heard than he originally thought. The FS1 show returned from a lengthy hiatus to find not one but three new hosts joining Skip Bayless on his never-ending quest to rile up the viewers with hot takes.

Report: Keyshawn Johnson reaches buyout with ESPN, will join ‘Undisputed’ with Skip Bayless

Keyshawn Johnson to join 'Undisputed' after ESPN settlement

The most notorious sports feuds of all time

The 'Top 10 QBs to never make a Pro Bowl' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 9, 2023