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After a couple of weeks to process and move past the jokes about Doc Rivers blowing a 3-1 lead, it’s time to focus on the real issues. The Milwaukee team, under their new head coach, is already showing signs of failure. Rivers has been in charge for less than two weeks, and players are already complaining about exhaustion from intense practice sessions affecting their performance in games.
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Last year’s crazy trade deadline saw Kevin Durant being traded to the Phoenix Suns. This year, the trades were smaller but strategic, helping teams improve their chances of winning. We’ve analyzed these trades and categorized them as either successful or unsuccessful, based on past experience, to see how each team fared.
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In a league dominated by superstars, the New York Knicks are defying the odds and climbing to the top of the Eastern Conference. Their defense, led by OG Anunoby, has become impenetrable, and once Mitchell Robinson returns, their paint will be one of the most secure areas in the NBA. But it’s not just Anunoby making a difference. Reserve point guard Ryan Arcidiacono is also playing a crucial role in limiting opponents’ scoring.
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With Joel Embiid out of the MVP race due to minor surgery, there’s an opening for a new contender. Luka Doncic has impressive stats, but his team’s winning percentage needs to match his offensive output for him to have a chance at the MVP title.
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During his introduction as a New York Knick, Jalen Brunson made it clear that he doesn’t see himself as a savior but rather as a contributor to the team’s success.
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The Dallas Mavericks have failed to build a winning team around their generational superstar, Luka Dončić. Unlike other teams with players of similar caliber, the Mavericks have not been able to provide Dončić with the support he needs to compete for championships. It’s time for a change in leadership, with head coach Jason Kidd and general manager Nico Harrison being held accountable for their incompetence.
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Please stop reading this. The 2024 trade deadline has been incredibly dull, with a lack of valuable trades. The volume of trades does not equate to their worth. This trade deadline has been a disappointment, with little excitement or significant moves.
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Reports suggest that former NBA player Matt Barnes threatened to physically harm a student announcer at his son’s high school basketball game.
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A meniscus injury may not be considered as serious as other knee injuries, but it can still be dangerous. Joel Embiid, the reigning MVP, recently underwent surgery to repair a meniscus injury in his left knee. Given his history of injuries, the Philadelphia 76ers are taking a cautious approach to his recovery.
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Tyrese Maxey’s journey in the NBA has been filled with promise. Starting as a supporting player in Philadelphia, he has grown into a key contributor and is now playing a crucial role alongside Joel Embiid.
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According to the Source deadspin.com