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Grading the Mavericks: basketball is fun again

The Mavericks were 2-1 again this past week and jumped to 11th place in the West. They beat Miami (118-108) at home on Wednesday before going to Oklahoma City, where they got whooped by the Thunder (132-111). They came back home the next night for a huge bounce-back win against Houston (122-109). Cooper Flagg led […]

Open Thread: Bruce Bowen joins Spurs Christmas Tree Donation

Yesterday, the Spurs hosted their 13th annual Christmas Tree Donation. The event, co-hosted by Bruce Bowen and members of Methodist Healthcare and Methodist Healthcare Ministries staff, gave away more than 150 decorated Christmas trees and holiday wreaths to existing patients and clients. The Spurs continue to brighten up the season, even as the active players […]

25 in 25: No. 5 Josh Smith

This is a series that looks at the best Atlanta Hawks of the past 25 seasons dating back to the 2000-01 season. No. 6 Jeff Teague can be found here. Even though Josh Childress was the higher selection in the 2004 NBA Draft, the selection of Josh Smith at 17th overall ultimately became the turning point for a […]

Kevin Durant is ‘having fun again’ with Rockets

The blockbuster trade that landed Kevin Durant on the Houston Rockets was quite the bargain for Rockets GM Rafael Stone. The Rockets had to surrender Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and the 10th overall pick in the draft. That’s a relatively small price to pay for one of the game’s greatest players ever, even if he is […]

YouTube Gold: The Next Knueppel Approaches

Duke fans got a really good sense of Kon Knueppel’s game last year but honestly: how many of you thought Knueppel would be a serious contender for Rookie of the Year? We didn’t. Around here, we thought he’d be better than expected, but doing what he’s doing? Did we think he’d be blowing the league […]

Cup of Cavs: The snowball effect of poor three-point shooting

Good morning. It’s Wednesday, December 10th. The Cleveland Cavaliers are 14-11. Let’s talk about their poor three-point shooting and how it impacts every facet of the game. The First Sip It’s a make-or-miss league. That’s been true since its very inception — but it’s become even more relevant as the league expands its range and […]

Trade season primer: should the Boston Celtics be buyers?

‘Tis the season for cheesy, feel-good, family friendly movies. You know, the kind where the main characters are introduced, some kind of crisis occurs, they have to overcome obstacles and trials, and somehow it all works out in the end for a happily ever after. Technically, the Celtics have already gone through all those stages […]

Top Player Prop Bets for Lakers vs. Spurs on December 10, 2025

Those looking to place a player prop wager can find odds on Luka Doncic, Devin Vassell and others in the Los Angeles Lakers-San Antonio Spurs matchup at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday at 10 p.m. ET. How to Watch Lakers vs. Spurs Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 Time: 10 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: Amazon Prime Video and SportsNet LA Location: Los Angeles, California Venue: Crypto.com Arena NBA Props Today: Los Angeles Lakers Luka Dončić Props PTS REB AST 3P...

Kings vs. Kraken NHL Best Bets, Odds, Prediction and Pick – Dec. 10

What are some best bets for the upcoming Los Angeles Kings versus Seattle Kraken matchup at Climate Pledge Arena, on Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 10 p.m. ET? We have tips for you right here. Best Kings vs. Kraken Prop Bets Player & Team Odds to Score a Goal Goals & Games Played Adrian Kempe, Kings +180 10 G in 29 GP Kevin Fiala, Kings +190 10 G in 29 GP Jared McCann, Kraken +240 4 G in 10 GP Jordan Eberle, Kraken +275 9 G in 27 GP Anze...

Golden Nuggets: Welcome to the Bay, Javon!

After spurning 49ers, could linebacker Eric Kendricks assume Fred Warner’s spot? (paywall)“UCLA assembled a six-person search committee that included distinguished alums this fall before interviewing candidates for its opening for a head football coach. The group included former Warriors general manager Bob Myers, Commanders general manager Adam Peters, entertainment executive Casey Wasserman and longtime NFL […]

Thunder vs. Suns Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Wednesday, December 10, 2025

The Oklahoma City Thunder (23-1) are heavy favorites (-14.5) as they try to extend an 11-game home winning streak when they take on the Phoenix Suns (14-10) on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at Paycom Center. The contest airs at 7:30 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime Video and FDSOK. The matchup has an over/under of 225.5. Our computer predictions for Wednesday’s game may help you place an informed wager by picking the best bets available. How to Bet on Thunder vs. Suns Pick the Suns (+14.5) to Co...

Lakers vs. Spurs Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Wednesday, December 10, 2025

The San Antonio Spurs (16-7) are 5.5-point underdogs against the Los Angeles Lakers (17-6) at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. The game begins at 10 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime Video and SportsNet LA. The matchup has an over/under of 236.5. Before you make an informed wager on the matchup, see the best bets available in Wednesday’s game based on our computer predictions. How to Bet on Lakers vs. Spurs Pick the Spurs (+5.5) to Cover The Lakers are 15-8-0 against the spr...

Game Preview: San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers

For the first time in franchise history, the San Antonio Spurs will play a win-or-go-home NBA Cup game. After going 3-1 in group play, with impressive wins over the Houston Rockets and Denver Nuggets, the Spurs will take on the star-studded Los Angeles Lakers in the quarterfinals. They’ll do so without their superstar big man, […]

Top Player Prop Bets for Thunder vs. Suns on December 10, 2025

The Oklahoma City Thunder host the Phoenix Suns at Paycom Center on Wednesday (tip at 7:30 p.m. ET). Those looking to place a player prop wager can find odds on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Devin Booker and others in this matchup. How to Watch Thunder vs. Suns Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 Time: 7:30 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: Amazon Prime Video and FDSOK Live Stream: Fubo Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Venue: Paycom Center NBA Props Today: Oklahoma City Thunder Shai...

Date, time for Heat’s next game against Raptors revealed

Upon getting eliminated from the Emirates Cup quarterfinals on Tuesday, we knew the Miami Heat’s next opponent would be the loser of the other East quarterfinal between the Toronto Raptors and New York Knicks. As a result of the Knicks’ 117-101 win, Miami will square off against the Raptors. And the game will be on […] The post Date, time for Heat’s next game against Raptors revealed appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Avdija’s Star Leap Continues to Get Recognition

Deni Avdija and the Portland Trail Blazers were a hot topic of conversation on the latest episode of The Ringer NBA Show’s Group Chat podcast. At around the 18:00 mark of the show, co-hosts Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann explore the question, “Is Deni Avdija a Superstar in the Making?” Now in […]

Lakers vs. Spurs preview: NBA Cup quarterfinals

The NBA Cup resumes for the Lakers (17-6) on Wednesday, as they take on the San Antonio Spurs (16-7) in a single-elimination quarterfinal. The winner of this match will advance to the semifinals, which will be held in Las Vegas, where they will meet the winner of the Suns-Thunder matchup. Start time and TV schedule […]

FanDuel: Big Ten bowl game picks and predictions

Bowl season is here, and while the Big Ten has three teams competing in the CFP, some of the league’s teams play their final game of the season as soon as this weekend. Here you’ll find a full schedule of Big Ten bowl games (non-CFP) with their odds from FanDuel Sportsbook, and a few of […]

Rich Paul had lots to say about the Lakers, LeBron James and Austin Reaves in his debut podcast episode

The unlikely pairing of Max Kellerman and Rich Paul made their podcasting debut on Tuesday with the show titled “Game Over,” and boy was it something. Naturally, a good chunk of the 90-minute conversation centered on the Lakers and LeBron James. Given the last notable public comments from Paul about the Lakers came when LeBron […]

Knicks 117, Raptors 101: Torching Toronto to advance to Vegas

Tonight, the New York Knicks (17-7) appeared at Scotiabank Arena to face the Toronto Raptors (15-11) for the knockout round of the NBA Cup tourney. Both teams stumbled early, and although the visitors shot efficiently through the first quarter (a season-high 20 points for Jalen Brunson), six turnovers allowed Toronto to take a 39–35 lead […]