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Dec 7, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) controls the ball against Cleveland Cavaliers small forward LeBron James (23) during the first quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
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Who Are the Top 10 Purest Scorers the NBA Has Ever Seen? Part 2

In part one, James Harden, Luka Doncic, Tracy McGrady, Kyrie Irving and Shaquille O’Neal were named the No. 6-10 purest NBA scorers ever....

March 5, 2026
Dec 21, 2019; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Who Are the Top 10 Purest Scorers the NBA Has Ever Seen? Part 1

Many prolific scorers have played in the NBA throughout the league’s history. These include era-defining players as well as their best teammates and...

February 25, 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
Jan 20, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA;San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) dribbles against Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (1) in the second half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images
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Amen Thompson, Stephon Castle Are Redefining NBA Guards

In an NBA era defined by skill redundancy where nearly every player on the floor can shoot, pass and dribble, true differentiation has...

January 30, 2026
Oct 9, 2010; San Antonio, TX, USA; Miami Heat forward LeBron James (6) warms up prior to a game against the San Antonio Spurs at the AT&T Center.
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What If LeBron James Never Left the Heat in 2014? Part 2

What if LeBron James never left the Miami Heat to rejoin the Cleveland Cavaliers? In a previous article, the scenarios in which Kevin...

January 26, 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
Sep 29, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Steven Adams (12) talks with media during Houston Rockets media day at Toyota Center.
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Steven Adams an Inspiration for Future New Zealand NBA Players

New Zealander Steven Adams was tipped to have a bright future when he first emerged on the scene in the 2013 NBA Draft....

December 5, 2025
Dec 1, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (right) greets Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant following the game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Who Is the Thunder’s Biggest Threat in the Western Conference?

The Western Conference in the 2025-2026 season is shaping up to be one of the best conferences in NBA history. Numerous teams have...

September 22, 2025
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Rockets Ready for Another Move After Kevin Durant Trade?

Shortly before Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals, the Phoenix Suns traded Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets in exchange for Jalen...

June 24, 2025
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Why Did Your Favorite NBA Team Get Eliminated?

The NBA Finals are set, and it will be the Oklahoma City Thunder versus the Indiana Pacers for the latest Larry O’Brien Trophy....

June 5, 2025
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The Highs and Lows of Anthony Davis’ Mavericks Debut

It was an eventful one, but the Anthony Davis Era in Dallas started and ended the way most hoped it did – with...

February 10, 2025
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Three Significant Trends Emerged From the 2024 NBA Offseason

Generally, this NBA offseason felt like a quiet one. It certainly marks a step down from the chaotic days of, say, 2016 or...

August 5, 2024
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Post-Moratorium NBA Power Rankings

The NBA off-season is in full gear. Through the draft, free agency and trades, teams have been positioning themselves to challenge the reigning...

July 9, 2024
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The Lead’s Final 2024 NBA Round 1 Mock Draft

The NBA offseason madness is upon us. Teams are making deals across the league and the rumor mill is in full swing. But...

June 26, 2024