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Oct 14, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson (8) after scoring on an assist by center Nikola Jokic (15) during the first half at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

Why Nuggets Fans Should Believe Jokić’s ‘Okay’ Prediction

Nikola Jokić does not do empty optimism. So when the three-time MVP was asked about the Denver Nuggets’ decision to trade Peyton Watson...

Swayam JainSeptember 6, 2026

Dec 18, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) gestures after scoring against the Los Angeles Clippers during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

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Seven Years Later, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Won the Trade

When the Los Angeles Clippers dealt a 20-year-old Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to the Oklahoma City Thunder, the move seemed like the ultimate push to...

Yasmeen HasanSeptember 6, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard DeMar DeRozan (10) during the third quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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DeMar DeRozan Will Win Sixth Man of the Year

Fans and media alike have spent this summer trashing the Denver Nuggets. They’ve torn apart Denver’s disastrous playoff collapse. They’ve criticized the Nuggets’...

Joey BardackSeptember 4, 2026

Apr 8, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) reacts after a missed basket in the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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The Kawhi Leonard Signing Cost the Clippers Everything

On July 10, 2019, the Los Angeles Clippers signed two-time NBA Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard to a three-year, $103 million contract. This decision...

Ethan MintonSeptember 3, 2026

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ESPN, Jay Mariotti Among Many Who Owe Pablo Torre an Apology

People out there wanted Pablo Torre to fail. Wednesday afternoon, Torre silenced a conglomerate of his critics. Torre has become the face of...

Jethro SwainSeptember 2, 2026

Jan 10, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (3) is helped up after being fouled during the first half against the Charlotte Hornets at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Creveling-Imagn Images

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The Jazz Are Building One of the Most Powerful Cultures in the NBA

On a warm day in Helsinki, Finland, a small group of friends works out together in a basketball arena. The group consists of...

Easton StaufferAugust 31, 2026

Dec 25, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Brandon Williams (10) dribbles against Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton (8) during the second quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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Three Under-the-Radar Signings That Could Help the Warriors

After an offseason that looked to be underwhelming for the Golden State Warriors, the front office has finally made moves to bolster the...

Yasmeen HasanAugust 30, 2026

Mar 10, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; New York Knicks guard Cameron Payne (1) dribbles the ball past Sacramento Kings guard Devin Carter (22) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

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How Do Oladipo, Payne and Payton Fit With Kings’ Roster?

For several weeks, the Kings and veteran guard Victor Oladipo have had mutual interest. On Wednesday night, Jake Fischer of The Stein Line revealed...

Ethan MintonAugust 26, 2026

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Shaedon Sharpe’s Meniscus Tear Is Nail in Coffin of Blazers’ Failed Backcourt

The Portland Trail Blazers, who were one of the league’s most-injured NBA teams last season, have just been handed heartbreaking news: Shaedon Sharpe...

Jethro SwainAugust 24, 2026

Dec 31, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) stands beside forward Spencer Jones (21) during a break in play against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Sousa-Imagn Images

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What Will the Nuggets’ Rotation Look Like in 2026?

At long last, it appears that the Denver Nuggets’ offseason is over. The season concluded on a sour note for fans, and Denver’s...

Joey BardackAugust 24, 2026

February 20, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; NBA great Kevin Garnett is honored for being selected to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team during halftime in the 2022 NBA All-Star Game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

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Kevin Garnett’s Celebration Nights Among T-Wolves Key Dates

The Minnesota Timberwolves released their full 82-game regular-season schedule Aug. 13, but fans quickly had more to look forward to than just the games themselves. ...