Jared McCain lets 76ers off the hook but the truth still hurts
Jared McCain holds no grudge against the Philadelphia 76ers, but that doesn't make it any easier to stomach the truth.
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The Thunder are flipping the season-series script against the Spurs
The Thunder lost the regular-season series to the Spurs but now lead in the playoffs after taking an aggressive approach
Who’s Your All-Time Starting 5 from the Utah Jazz “Hall of Pretty Good?”
When you root for a team that isn’t in the playoffs anymore it’s very natural to reminisce on what you used to have. When you root for a team that didn’t make the playoffs at all that kind of thought only comes more quickly. For about three months now I’ve been coasting through this season […]
Robert Williams III Ranked Among Most Desirable NBA Free Agents
The Portland Trail Blazers will have plenty of decisions to make in the Summer of 2026 regarding their roster. One of them will be the fate of center Robert Williams III, an oft-injured veteran who came up huge late in the year, particularly during Portland’s NBA Playoffs series with the San Antonio Spurs. Williams is […]
Trail Blazers Coaching Carousel Continues to Spin
The Portland Trail Blazers are in the news almost every day now for changes to their coaching outlook. Today two pieces of news were released regarding the Blazers bench. First, per Mike Scotto of HoopsHype, Portland is losing Assistant Coach Patrick St. Andrews, a nine-year veteran assistant who has spent time with Atlanta, Memphis, and […]
Pistons’ Kawhi Leonard trade idea would save Cade Cunningham or ruin his future
Kawhi Leonard could be an ideal short-term partner for Cade Cunningham, but the Detroit Pistons need to understand the risks of a trade.
Report: Rockets interested in Kyrie Irving
The Houston Rockets have a major offseason ahead. Amen Thompson and Tari Eason are both up for contract extensions, and reports have come out that Fred VanVleet may get his contract restructured, and this is not counting them having Fred VanVleet and Steven Adams back next year. Fred and Adams will obviously both be returning […]
How a Prospective Coach Might Weigh Up the Blazers Job
The Portland Trail Blazers are one of a handful of NBA franchises currently searching for their next head coach to guide the team through their next era. Given the plethora of vacancies available—the Blazers, Chicago Bulls, Dallas Mavericks, and Orlando Magic—aspiring coaches have a few options. Candidates will no doubt consider both the pros and […]
Scottie Barnes snubbed for accolade, named to All-Defensive Team
The reality of being the only Canadian team in the NBA is one of highs and lows for the Toronto Raptors. It means having the entire country (except *maybe* Vancouver) united to cheer for the team, and the spirit of an entire nation behind the squad. It also means a gulf between the Raptors and […]
Talkin' ‘bout 9s and CBs
Niko and Jeremiah also preview the upcoming LAFC game.
Spurs vs. Thunder player grades: San Antonio’s bench struggles in Game Three loss
For the first time in the Western Conference Finals, the San Antonio Spurs trail the Oklahoma City Thunder. After a wild Game One victory, the Spurs lost two straight, including a 123-108 loss at home in Game Three. It was a game defined by the Thunder’s dominance. San Antonio started the game on a 15-0 […]
Pelle Larsson complicates Heat's offseason much more than fans realize
The upcoming Pelle Larsson decision certainly complicates the offseason for the Miami Heat.
Hawks’ disappointing finish suddenly looks better after Knicks continue to dominate
Even this deep into the postseason, the Atlanta Hawks are still the only team to have beaten the New York Knicks in a playoff game.
Dyson Daniels' latest telling recognition should silence unfair doubts
Any skepticism surrounding Dyson Daniels is becoming difficult to justify after he brought home yet another impressive accolade.
3 archetypes Miami Heat should prioritize for 2026 NBA Draft
At this current juncture, it appears that Giannis Antetokounmpo will not be a member of the Milwaukee Bucks come draft night. And if he is moved, there’s a chance that he’s on the Miami Heat, almost certainly stripping them of their No. 13 overall selection. Miami would still be making a pick — but for […] The post 3 archetypes Miami Heat should prioritize for 2026 NBA Draft appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Peyton Watson's contract projection presents Nuggets problem hiding inside a bargain
The Nuggets need to re-sign Peyton Watson. The latest contract prediction still leaves them in a conundrum.
What We Learned from the Spurs Game 3 loss to the Thunder
In an effort to calm my nerves before the game on Friday, I went to an art museum. I wasn’t sure what I was looking for other than a distraction. Anything to stop myself from listening to one more increasingly obscure basketball podcast. The exhibit on display was titled “International Surrealism: 50 Years of Dreams,” […]
Knicks Bulletin: ‘We gotta keep playing desperate. Keep doing what we doing’
First road game of the Eastern Conference Finals for your New York Knickerbockers. Will the Cavs just bend, or will they molly-break? Here’s the latest from a wide variety of Knicks-related personalities. Mike Brown On the overall Game 2 performance: “A lot of of guys stepped up; Jalen [Brunson] had a double-double. They’re sending double […]
Hawks in prime position to steal Walker Kessler from Jazz this offseason
With plenty of financial commitment elsewhere, the Utah Jazz may hesitate to bring back Walker Kessler, and the Hawks should take advantage.
76ers get vindicated for firing Daryl Morey as Jared McCain proves him wrong
The Philadelphia 76ers were right to fire Daryl Morey as Jared McCain reminds them of their huge mistake.
Box Grades: Cracks emerge as Spurs yield homecourt to Thunder
After an awesome start, this game was about as enjoyable as having all of one’s teeth pulled. It is important to remember that we’re effectively back to being “on serve,” in the sense that the series is exactly where it would be had homecourt held for everyone. Even so, the vibes aren’t great, and San […]
Highlights: Devin Vassell dazzles in Spurs loss to Thunder
The good guys hoped to open their home game in the Western Conference Finals with a win, but alas victory eluded them. Victor Wembanyama led the team with 26 points while Devin Vassell poured in 20 points along with 7 rebounds and 4 steals. De’Aaron Fox was a sight for sore eyes, although after the […]
Shocking Heat Giannis endorsement will only inject fans with more excitement
If Bill Simmons is giving the Miami Heat an endorsement for Giannis Antetokounmpo, it should excite fans about the possibilities.
The Jared McCain trade is the deal that keeps on stinging
The Philadelphia 76ers have made many terrible transactions during my lifetime as a fan. (Some good ones, as well. I am old and eventually things pile up on both sides of the ledger.) I count trading Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder as one of the really bad ones. When the deal went down, […]
CelticsBlog exit interview: Baylor Scheierman and the art of being useful
The very first article I wrote for CelticsBlog was titled, “Is Baylor Scheierman a viable starter for the Celtics?” I started that article with a confession: I wasn’t a Baylor believer at the beginning of the season. That was probably too simple of a take. Looking back, I don’t think I disbelieved in him as […]
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