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The Specialist Sneaker Edition

Why is this interesting? • 1990 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Basketball NBA
  1. Players' evolving playing styles demand specialized sneakers beyond just ankle support and cushioning.
  2. Sneaker design has shifted focus to meet specific playstyles like cutting, running, and jumping.
  3. New era of playstyle specialization in basketball shoes emphasizes using the right tools for optimal performance.

Unfamiliar Territory

Knicks Film School • 1179 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Basketball NBA Team Trade
  1. Knicks are now viewed as a strong contender in the NBA East.
  2. The team made strategic trades to strengthen their roster for potential success.
  3. Maintaining flexibility and having a clear plan have put the Knicks in a promising position for the future.

My latest from NBA Trade Season

Marc Stein • 1022 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
🎾 Sports NBA Trade Basketball
  1. Updates on more than half of the NBA's 30 teams are coming as the trade deadline approaches
  2. Expect the unexpected in the NBA trade season; surprises often happen last minute
  3. Past unexpected trades, like Irving and Durant's, hint that more surprises could be on the way
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The latest from NBA Trade Season

Marc Stein • 707 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
🎾 Sports NBA Trade season
  1. The article discusses NBA trade news involving several teams like Hawks, Lakers, Trail Blazers, Rockets, Cavaliers, and Grizzlies.
  2. The post mentions Commissioner Adam Silver's contract extension.
  3. The NBA trade deadline is approaching on Feb. 8 at 3 PM ET.

The Master of Disaster

Marc Stein • 511 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Basketball NBA Movies Radio Entertainment
  1. The author shares personal reflections on legendary actor Carl Weathers and his impact on their life.
  2. The article mentions the busy time leading up to the NBA trade deadline and briefly touches on the All-Star Weekend.
  3. Stats on NBA players scoring high points in games and the upcoming changes in draft format are highlighted.

Navigating calm waters at the NBA trade deadline

Good Morning It's Basketball • 471 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🎾 Sports NBA Trade deadline
  1. The 2024 NBA trade deadline saw confidence rather than desperation from true contenders, with most not making significant moves.
  2. The Dallas Mavericks were considered the most aggressive team at the deadline, making bold moves to acquire P.J. Washington and Daniel Gafford.
  3. The New York Knicks made moves to strengthen their roster, aiming to be Eastern Conference Finals contenders by adding Bojan Bogdanovic and Alec Burks.

Grimes on the Move?

Knicks Film School • 727 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Basketball Trade NBA Teams Players
  1. Knicks may be looking to trade player Quentin Grimes for an upgrade
  2. Potential trade targets need to meet specific requirements like being able to create scoring opportunities and fit into the team's salary structure
  3. New York Knicks are aiming to keep future picks and swaps available for larger trades by using Grimes in a potential trade package

Some historically bad basketball

Marc Stein • 668 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Basketball NBA Teams Statistics History
  1. Several NBA teams are performing historically poorly this season, being outscored by at least 10 points per game.
  2. Ja Morant's season-ending injury adds to the struggles faced by the Memphis Grizzlies, impacting their performance in the league.
  3. The list of NBA teams with significant negative point differentials this season is unprecedented, with four teams facing double-digit losing margins.

Spicy P(acers)

Good Morning It's Basketball • 569 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🎾 Sports NBA Trade Basketball Team
  1. Indiana trades for Pascal Siakam with a relatively low risk trade package compared to his contract.
  2. Dejan Milojevic, assistant coach for the Golden State Warriors, tragically passed away from a heart attack.
  3. Deandre Ayton couldn't play for the Blazers due to icy conditions in Portland, impacting his ability to travel.

The Clippers smash through their closing championship window

Good Morning It's Basketball • 550 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Basketball NBA Championship Team Dynamics Free Agency
  1. The Clippers are extending contracts with their core players Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, and potentially James Harden
  2. The team must compete for a title now due to aging core players and challenges from other teams in the West
  3. The Clippers need to make a championship push before younger teams in the Western Conference become dominant