NEW YORK – The Emirates NBA Cup returns for the 2025 season with fresh intrigue. Every team was randomly drawn into groups of five within its conference. Seeding depended on last season’s win-loss record, giving us an interesting mix of contenders and hopefuls. The NBA Cup group stage tips off October 31 and runs through November 28. Each team plays four Group Play games—one … [Read more...] about The Groups Of Death In The 2025 NBA Cup
Questions Surround 3 Summer League Hawks Players
With the rush of free agency and the draft behind us, the NBA world shifts its attention to the 2025 NBA Summer League. The Atlanta Hawks’ new front office has impressed this offseason, but now it is time for their young talent to shine on the court. The 2025 Summer League roster includes Asa Newell, the 23rd pick in this year’s draft, and Kobe Bufkin, who the Hawks selected … [Read more...] about Questions Surround 3 Summer League Hawks Players
Kevin Durant Historic 7-Team Grade Trades: Analyzing What The Deal For Each Team Involved For Present and Future
Kevin Durant is officially a Houston Rocket. Since agreeing to trade Durant to Phoenix before the 2025 NBA draft, more teams have been added. All totaled, seven teams, 13 players, and five future second-round picks, along with a second-round swap, were involved in the trade. So, who won the historic Durant seven trade, and what does it mean for this year and beyond? “My time in … [Read more...] about Kevin Durant Historic 7-Team Grade Trades: Analyzing What The Deal For Each Team Involved For Present and Future
Hawks Have Lineup Versatility After New Additions
Last season, the Atlanta Hawks struggled to put together two-way lineups after Jalen Johnson’s season-ending shoulder injury. Oftentimes, lineups leaned too far defensively or offensively focused. General Manager Onsi Saleh rectified this issue after acquiring Kristaps Porziņģis, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and Luke Kennard. All three additions give Atlanta much-needed shooting, … [Read more...] about Hawks Have Lineup Versatility After New Additions
Fresh Starts, High Pressure: Five NBA Players Who Must Win Now
After a few days of free agency and offseason trades, the dust has somewhat settled at least for now. We might get some big moves later in the offseason, but for now, it seems like teams are mostly set. With that in mind, some of these NBA players will be under immense pressure to deliver instantly. Even though they are the newcomers, they might be called upon to help teams … [Read more...] about Fresh Starts, High Pressure: Five NBA Players Who Must Win Now