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The Mavs win the deadline

353 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Basketball Trades Analysis Teams Players
  1. No major stars were traded at the deadline, but significant team-altering swaps did happen.
  2. Trades involving James Harden with the Clippers and Pascal Siakam with the Pacers are ranked highly for their impact.
  3. The Mavericks' acquisitions of Daniel Gafford and P.J. Washington elevated their team and offensive capabilities.

Tyrese Haliburton’s ideal teammate

452 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Basketball Trade Players Teams
  1. Pascal Siakam is seen as the perfect teammate for Tyrese Haliburton, offering complementary skills that can elevate the Pacers' potential.
  2. Siakam's versatility and chemistry with Haliburton are highlighted, showcasing his value in helping the Pacers succeed and supporting Haliburton's leadership.
  3. The Pacers' acquisition of Siakam is viewed as a strategic and promising move, positioning them well for success and a strong playoff run.

Where the Warriors dynasty ended

314 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Basketball Team Dynamics Player Performance
  1. The Warriors dynasty ended due to a series of disappointing events and lackluster performance.
  2. The team would need several unlikely occurrences to have a chance at success in the playoffs.
  3. The Warriors' strategic flaw became evident as they failed to balance winning now and building for the future.
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David Thorpe’s preseason notebook

432 implied HN points • 19 Oct 23
🎾 Sports NBA Basketball
  1. Preseason excitement is high but it's important to be cautious.
  2. Winning in preseason is not the main focus; it's more about trying out strategies.
  3. Ben Simmons is still a work in progress and has a long way to go.

Thorpe Theory

353 implied HN points • 01 Nov 23
🎾 Sports Basketball Analysis Players
  1. Kristaps Porziņģis has improved his field goal percentage in Boston.
  2. The Celtics coaching staff encouraged this change by utilizing his skills inside.
  3. Teams are exploring new dimensions in their gameplay for better postseason performance.

When fantasy gets real

98 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Team Management Competition Player Performance
  1. Fantasy sports can stir up real emotions and conflicts among friends and family.
  2. Managing a fantasy team involves strategic decisions in trading players and lineup choices.
  3. Success in fantasy sports can come from a combination of good player management and matchup strategies.

Fred VanVleet and the fabric of the NBA

746 implied HN points • 10 Mar 23
🎾 Sports NBA Athletes Books
  1. Fred VanVleet appreciates some NBA referees for their effort and fairness.
  2. Henry Abbott has been busy working on a book called "BALLISTIC."
  3. VanVleet's words have caught Abbott's attention and sparked his interest in discussing NBA-related topics.

64 good, gettable NBA players

255 implied HN points • 04 Oct 23
🎾 Sports Basketball Team Management Player analysis
  1. There are 18 NBA teams with aspirations for the 2024 conference finals, needing help to compete, especially in the East.
  2. Atlanta Hawks are evaluating Trae Young and considering roster upgrades to win now or potentially rebuild like the Thunder.
  3. The article discusses available NBA players that could make an impact for teams, exploring potential trades and acquisitions.

What’s next for Team USA?

255 implied HN points • 12 Sep 23
🎾 Sports Basketball
  1. Team USA likely to see major changes before 2024 Olympic Games
  2. American basketball doesn't prioritize FIBA World Cup as much as international tournaments
  3. Dreams and priorities for American players differ from international players

Fake

294 implied HN points • 15 Mar 23
🎾 Sports Basketball Skills NBA Players Coaching
  1. Faking in basketball can disrupt the defender's timing and slow down the offensive player.
  2. Faking is a basic skill that all basketball players can do, but many NBA players don't utilize it effectively.
  3. Coaches often discourage NBA players from faking during games.

The Suns go supernova

275 implied HN points • 09 Feb 23
  1. The Phoenix Suns shocked the league by acquiring Kevin Durant from the Nets.
  2. Teams seem to prioritize offense over defense in recent trades and acquisitions.
  3. New Suns owner Mat Ishbia made a big splash with the acquisition of Kevin Durant.

The Mavs bet on drama

275 implied HN points • 06 Feb 23
  1. The Mavs are focusing on drama in their strategy.
  2. The Nets are emphasizing defense in their approach.
  3. Kevin Durant's level of commitment will be crucial for the Nets.