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Morgan Traylor is a sophomore Mass Communications/ General Broadcast major at Norfolk State University. She is a Hot 91 contributor and a NABJ Member. She has a podcast with Hot 91 titled Morgan's Point of View.

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Mar 6, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) celebrates after making a three point basket against the Dallas Mavericks during the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images
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Jayson Tatum’s Return Is Historic and Remarkable

Before Jayson Tatum‘s Achilles tear against the Knicks on May 12th, 2025, Tatum never suffered a major injury. The basketball world was unsure...

March 11, 2026
Jan 25, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (left) defends against Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (right) during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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What Are the Best Player Rivalries In the NBA Today?

Rivalries are the backbone of the NBA. Rivals Week just passed, but the lineup wasn’t up to par. Some fan-favorite matchups are missing,...

February 4, 2026
Aug 10, 2024; Paris, France; United States guard LeBron James (6) shoots against France power forward Victor Wembanyama (32) in the first half in the men's basketball gold medal game during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Accor Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Which NBA Players Remind Us of TV Show Characters?

The NBA and the world of Television are more alike than different. Both have characters we root for and against, as well as...

January 15, 2026
Dec 12, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant (12) shoes during pre-game before the game against the Utah Jazz at FedExForum.
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What Are the Top 5 Signature Shoes In the NBA Right Now?

A signature shoe line is one of the major markings of a superstar. It’s reserved for the best of the best. They’re a...

December 30, 2025
Mar 15, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) shoots on Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) in the first half at Little Caesars Arena.
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Who Are the Top Five Teams In the NBA?

We’re about two months into the NBA Season. In that time, multiple teams have separated themselves from the pack. They haven’t done that...

December 21, 2025
Oct 15, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) gestures towards a teammate during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.
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The Retirement Tour Is A Double-Edged Sword

Many athletes want to be appreciated and celebrated for the work they put in over their long careers.  A retirement tour is a...

December 16, 2025
Oct 28, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell (25) celebrates after scoring against the Sacramento Kings during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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How Did the Thunder Land So Many Talented Role Players?

The Oklahoma City Thunder were never supposed to be this good, at least not this quickly. After winning their first championship last year,...

December 9, 2025
Nov 19, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe (77) drives for a dunk in front of Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram (3) during the second quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
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The 2025 NBA Rookies Have Been Phenomenal This Season

The hype around the 2025 NBA rookies has been building for the last couple of years. The basketball world was certain that multiple...

November 30, 2025
Nov 15, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) shoots against Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) during the first quarter at Fiserv Forum.
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Deandre Ayton Has Solved the Lakers’ Long-Term Center Problem

For many years, the Los Angeles Lakers could never find their starting center. During Anthony Davis‘ tenure, he preferred playing the four, leaving...

November 26, 2025
Sep 29, 2025; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during media day at UCLA Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
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The Lakers Shouldn’t Trade LeBron James

After an unprecedented trade earlier this year, Luka Dončić became the Lakers’ next face of the franchise. In the wake of Luka’s arrival,...

November 18, 2025
Nov 9, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (0) drives for dunk against Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) during the fourth quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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The NBA’s Eastern Conference Is Wide Open

For the past five years or so, the Eastern Conference has been a Cold War. The same teams meet in the playoffs every...

November 10, 2025
Oct 26, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) celebrates in the first half against the Brooklyn Nets at Frost Bank Center.
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The NBA Has Anointed the Next Faces of the League

Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, and LeBron James defined an era of NBA Basketball. When someone thought of the NBA, they thought of them...

November 3, 2025
Oct 19, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens (3) celebrates after a play as Washington Commanders safety Quan Martin (20) and cornerback Marshon Lattimore (2) look on during the second quarter of the game at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Commanders’ Defense Must Turn Things Around or Season Is Over

Any team that wants to reach its full potential needs a competent defense that can make stops when it matters most. A defense...

October 22, 2025
Oct 5, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Washington Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt (22) is interviewed after the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium.
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Jacory Croskey-Merritt Has Taken Over As Commanders’ True RB1

After the trade of Brian Robinson Jr., fans were unsure what the Commanders’ running back room would look like. In the wake of...

October 9, 2025