NBA Stock Check: Every Western Conference Team

In a league where team/player loyalty holds the weight of a long-term contract, projecting success in the NBA is challenging. Despite superstars vacating franchises at what feels like an annual rate, franchises must trek through the progressively stale 82-game schedule to win the highly-coveted Larry O'Brien trophy. Every piece of the puzzle matters, especially considering […]

Austin Reaves Believes Many Still Doubt His Ability

Los Angeles Lakers shooting guard Austin Reaves has played a vital role in an NBA Western Conference Finals run and is gearing up to suit up for Team USA at the FIBA World Cup, but the 25-year-old feels that a lot of people still have doubts in his ability. "I don't think (my mentality) shifts […]

NBA Power Rankings: Every Team's Starting Shooting Guard for the 2023-2024 Season

Today I’ll be ranking the starting shooting guards of each NBA team for the 2023-2024 season. This ranking is based both on each player’s individual talent as well as their fit on their respective teams.  Please keep in mind that some teams have traditional point guards playing the shooting guard position on their roster. I […]

NBA Power Rankings: Every Team's Starting Point Guard for the 2023-2024 Season

In today’s list, I’ll be ranking the starting point guards of each NBA team for the 2023-2024 season. This ranking is based on each player’s individual talent as well as their fit on their respective teams.  Keep in mind that some teams have multiple point guards on their roster. I will be using the official […]

Darvin Ham Delighted With Offseason Acquisitions

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham is very happy with how the offseason has worked out and sees championship-winning potential in the team. "I think the sky is the limit for what we will be able to do," Ham told ESPN. "I think we added a lot of depth, a lot of guys that […]

Points Leagues Fantasy Basketball Rankings for 2023-24 by Dennis Clausen

The 2022-23 NBA season came and went, with the Denver Nuggets coming away with the franchise's first championship, defeating the Heat 4-1. Some other notable happenings transpired during the year, including LeBron James passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the all-time scoring leader. Not surprisingly, the league's Most Valuable Player was a hot topic, as usual. […]

Christian Wood Remains "Top" Choice For Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers remain very interested in Christian Wood. Dan Woike of The Los Angeles Times has noted that Wood is the "top" choice for the Lakers to fill their 14th roster spot. However, with not much money left to spend in L.A., the team is ready to bring Wood in only on minimum […]

Anthony Davis Signs Three-Year Extension

Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis has signed a new contract extension with the organization. The superstar big man has signed a three-year, $186 million max extension to remain with the Lakers through 2028. His $62 million annual extension is the richest in NBA history. Davis has been a stud when healthy, but keeping him […]

Jaxson Hayes Seen As Potential Starter By Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes could land himself a starter's job for the 2023-24 campaign, at least the team is hopeful that he can fill the role, according to Jovan Buha of the Athletic. "The Lakers have five players who deserve to play at least 20 minutes, at least in the regular season: James, […]

Biggest Moves of the 2023 NBA Offseason - Fred VanVleet, Jordan Poole, Kristaps Porzingis, Bradley Beal

It's a crazy time of year around the National Basketball Association. Not long after the Denver Nuggets captured the franchise's first championship, French big man Victor Wembanyama was the top pick of the 2023 Draft. While new talent entering the league is all well and good, nothing turns the NBA upside down quite like the beginning […]

Spurs Considered Paying $21 Million Per Year For Austin Reaves

Los Angeles Lakers forward Austin Reaves has already signed a new four-year deal with the team that is worth $56 million. According to Michael Scott of HoopsHype, however, the San Antonio Spurs once considered offering the up-and-coming wing $21 million a season which would have pushed his total contract to $84 million. Ultimately, they decided […]

NBA Icons: The Top 10 Greatest Small Forwards of All-Time

The small forward position has produced some of the most dazzling athletes in NBA history. The position is dynamic one, that has been played by some of basketball's most electric performers. In today's list, I will be ranking the top 10 NBA small forwards of all time. When determining how great a player truly was, […]

Cole Swider Waived, Alex Fudge Added On Two-Way Deal

Los Angeles Lakers forward Cole Swider has been waived by the organization on Wednesday. The 24-year-old split time between the NBA and the G-League last season. He only made seven appearances with the Lakers and didn't contribute much during those games. In a corresponding move, the Lakers have signed forward Alex Fudge to a two-way […]

10 Great NBA Players That Never Won A Championship

In basketball, greatness is often closely tied to how many championships a player has. Many fans and NBA historians keep track of how many titles greats such as Jordan, James, Russell, and Bird won during their illustrious careers. A lack of a championship is used to discredit players, especially in basketball since a single player […]

Greatest NBA Power Forwards Of All Time: Top 10 Rankings

Anytime you put together a "Greatest" list, there's room for debate. That's especially true when digging into the NBA's power forward position, where so many legendary basketball players come into the conversation. We're here to break down the top 10 power forwards of all time while finding the balance between modern-era scoring and the historical […]

2023 NBA Summer League Winners And Losers: Centers

What's up, Rotoballers! Let's get to wrapping things up in terms of the 2023 NBA Summer League. The center position has a lot of different archetypes that can stick in the league but we're starting to see a bit of a renaissance with the big men that have taken over the league. Which prospects can […]

Epic NBA Contract Fails: Ranking The NBA's Five Worst Current Contracts

As the free agent market heats up, NBA salaries continue to soar. While some franchises find their team's "missing piece" in free agency, some organizations make huge mistakes by shelling out massive contracts to players that are destined to underperform. Former contracts such as Chandler Parsons getting $94 million and Eddy Curry getting $60 million […]

Time To Hang It Up: Five NBA Forwards That Should Retire During The Offseason

A successful basketball career can be grueling for even the finest NBA athletes. That's especially true of the forward position, which can inflict lots of damage on a player's body. The following NBA forwards have done a remarkable job to stick around for this long, but it might be time to hang it up. With […]

NBA Offseason: Losers From 2023 NBA Free Agency

NBA fans waited all year long for the start of the free agency period, and they were not disappointed. While next year's class has arguably more talent, a fair amount of impactful moves still went down this summer. And just like every year, there were a lot of winners and losers. Some teams improved considerably […]

Fantasy Basketball Strategy: Analyzing and Projecting Usage Rates

Usage rate is best defined as an estimate of the percentage of team plays used by a player while on the floor. In its simplest form, it measures how many of a team's total possessions a player ends by way of a free throw, field goal, or turnover. In layman's terms, it tells us who […]

2023-24 NBA Dynasty Rookie Rankings for Fantasy Basketball

Welcome to the slower part of the offseason, Rotoballers! The NBA Draft has come and gone. All of the prospects showcased their skills in the various summer leagues and now we wait for training camp and preseason. With that being said, we're going to take a look at the top 50 rookies this season for […]

Max Christie Has The Lakers "Excited"

Los Angeles Lakers guard/forward Max Christie could be ready for a major step up in 2023-24, with the team reportedly very high on him. "There's excitement that he could follow Austin Reaves' footsteps, what he did the last couple of years," a league source has told Sean Deveney of Heavy Sports. Reaves, of course, had […]

Sell The Team! The Five Worst Owners In The NBA

Owning an NBA team isn't for everyone. While all owners in the National Basketball Association are uber-wealthy, perhaps not all of them were cut out to run professional basketball franchises. In this article, we'll discuss five owners that aren't up to the task. The NBA is no stranger to owners who have struggled to achieve […]

NBA Offseason: Winners From 2023 NBA Free Agency

NBA fans all around the globe waited patiently for the start of the free agency period, and it's safe to say that the wait was worth it. Although next year's FA class is more stacked, there were a lot of big deals and many surprises that happened during this off-season. And just like every year, […]

The 25 Coolest Nicknames In NBA History

From the fiery "Black Mamba" to the mesmerizing "Magic," the NBA has been a canvas for some of the most captivating and unforgettable nicknames ever conceived. These monikers have transcended the realm of sports, becoming part of popular culture and forever etched in basketball history. From the golden era of the game to the modern […]

Time To Hang It Up: Five NBA Centers That Should Retire During The Offseason

As the NBA landscape continues to evolve and young talent takes center stage, it's essential to reflect on the players who have defined an era and left an indelible mark on the game. While it is never easy to discuss retirement, there comes a time when even the best athletes must contemplate hanging up their […]

All Sales Final: The 10 Worst NBA Free Agent Signings of All Time

Throughout the history of the NBA, there have been numerous instances of teams making regrettable decisions in free agency, resulting in what can be considered as "horrible" signings. These signings involve substantial financial commitments to players who fail to live up to expectations, whether due to injury, underperformance, or a mismatch with the team's playing […]

DraftKings NBA Summer League Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (7/12/23): Today's Top NBA DFS Lineups

The NBA Summer League continues today with eight more games in Las Vegas. Only four of these games take place in the evening hours, however, so we are left with a 4-game main slate for DFS purposes on DraftKings. The Summer League and NBA Preseason are both really fun for DFS because it feels like […]

10 Surprising NBA Greats That Never Won The MVP Award

The NBA MVP award is the ultimate recognition of an individual's brilliance on the court. Unfortunately, there can be only one winner each year, which means there is a select group of players who, despite their outstanding contributions, never received the prestigious honor of being named the NBA's Most Valuable Player. This article dives into […]

Colin Castleton Leads The Lakers In Scoring

Los Angeles Lakers forward Colin Castleton led the team to a lopsided win over the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday. The 23-year-old undrafted rookie posted 21 points, 14 rebounds, three assists, and one steal while shooting 8-for-13 from the floor. He has played well so far in summer league for the Lakers, but he has a […]