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Jethro is has been covering his hometown team, the Portland Trail Blazers, for more than two years now and is an expert on the team and on the NBA. Despite his west coast background, he adopted the Houston Texans as his favorite NFL team when he was younger. Jethro is the senior editor of The Lead and graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Journalism.

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Jul 29, 2026; St. Joseph, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) talks with tight end Travis Kelce (87) during training camp at Missouri Western State University. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
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Which 8 NFL Players Have the Least to Lose in 2026?

In sports, everyone’s always talking about the guys at the top. Intrigue and drama are built on the backs of stakes and reputation....

August 6, 2026
Jul 29, 2026; Atlanta, Falcons, USA; Atlanta Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. (27) on the field during the first day of training camp at IBM Performance Field. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
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The Atlanta Falcons’ Biggest Adversaries Are the Atlanta Falcons

If you had to make a case for why a Georgia Bulldogs team over the past decade could defeat an Atlanta Falcons team...

August 4, 2026
Jul 24, 2025; Glendale, AZ, USA; Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson (14) and Marvin Harrison Jr. (18) during training camp at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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What Do the Arizona Cardinals Actually Want to Happen in 2026?

Coined by some as the worst franchise in American sports, the Arizona Cardinals could use a successful season more than most teams. Thankfully...

August 1, 2026
Apr 25, 2021; Portland, Oregon, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) and Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) share a moment during the second half of the game at Moda Center. The Grizzlies won 120-113. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports
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If Anyone Can Fix Ja Morant, It’s Damian Lillard

Damian Lillard walked into the NBA as a grizzled veteran. The moment he stepped foot in Portland, he was ready to lead and...

June 30, 2026
Jan 11, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves acting head coach Micah Nori looks on against the San Antonio Spurs in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images
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Tom Dundon Further Reveals Cutthroat Nature With Micah Nori Hire

In a short time, the NBA has learned that Tom Dundon is an unconventional person. He broke the seal when he stepped in...

June 23, 2026
Apr 10, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (8) high-fives forward Toumani Camara (33) as guard Jrue Holiday (5) heads to the bench during a timeout in the first half against the LA Clippers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images
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Portland Trail Blazers 2026 NBA Draft Preview

The Portland Trail Blazers just experienced one of the more confusing seasons in recent memory. The Allen Estate agreed to sell the team...

June 17, 2026
Oct 11, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies head coach Tuomas Iisalo huddles with guard Cam Spencer (24), guard Javon Small (10), forward Cedric Coward (23) and center Lawson Lovering (34) during a timeout during the second quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Memphis Grizzlies 2026 NBA Draft Preview

The Memphis Grizzlies chose to take a step back this season in the hopes of taking two steps forward. They traded away Jaren...

June 13, 2026
Apr 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) with head coach Jordan Ott against the Oklahoma City Thunder during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Phoenix Suns 2026 NBA Draft Preview

The Phoenix Suns were supposed to be terrible last season. Vegas projected them to win 30 games — they exceeded that figure by Feb....

June 12, 2026
Apr 2, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers GM Joe Cronin visits courtside before a game between the Portland Trail Blazers and the New Orleans Pelicans at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
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Blazers’ GM Joe Cronin Hints at Trade Deadline Move…What Was It?

On Thursday, at the Blazers’ end-of-season interviews, General Manager Joe Cronin shared that he had presented a trade to the owner-in-waiting, Tom Dundon,...

May 1, 2026
Apr 2, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Tom Dundon, the owner of the Portland Trail Blazers, after a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
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Is Tom Dundon the Villain Portland Trail Blazers Fans Need?

In the Rip City Rising Ownership Group’s introductory press conference, majority owner Tom Dundon said, in reference to rumors about him moving the...

April 23, 2026
Apr 24, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; Houston Texans fans cheer before the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Houston Texans 2026 NFL Draft Preview

All season long, the narrative surrounding the Houston Texans was that they had a generational defense but would be held back in the...

April 6, 2026
Mar 10, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) reacts after becoming the NBA's second highest scorer of points in a game against the Wshington Wizards at Kaseya Center. Adebayo scored 83 points. Mandatory Credit: Rhona Wise-Imagn Images
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Don’t Be Mad at Bam Adebayo, Heat, or Wizards — Be Mad at the NBA

Bam Adebayo has accelerated the timeline on scoring records, and the NBA could not be happier about it.  Adebayo’s 83-point performance, which by...

March 11, 2026
Jul 20, 2021; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) celebrates with the NBA Finals MVP Trophy following the game against the Phoenix Suns following game six of the 2021 NBA Finals at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
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Dear Giannis Antetokounmpo, Sincerely, Portland Trail Blazers Fans

Dear Giannis Antetokounmpo, If there really is an offer on the table, and all that stands between you and starting a new chapter...

February 2, 2026
Jan 3, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (2) drives to the basket against Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey (23) during the first quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-USA TODAY Sports
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Shouldn’t the Pistons Trade Ivey to the Hornets for Sexton?

This series of articles takes five shots at predicting trades that will go down at the 2025-26 NBA trade deadline. The fourth one...

January 25, 2026