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NBA reporter and analyst Sekou Smith dies at 48 due to COVID-19
A native of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Smith went to college at Jackson State in Mississippi before starting his career at the Clarion-Ledger in Jackson. He then went on to become a fixture in the NBA universe — first as a beat writer covering the Indiana Pacers for the Indianapolis Star and the Atlanta Hawks for […]
Continue readingNBA Power Rankings: Here come the Jazz; Cavs cut down the Nets (twice!)
It’s early, but the Jazz — backed by quality wins against the Milwaukee Bucks, Denver Nuggets and Golden State Warriors during the run — have the look of a contender in the West. And they’re not alone; the top three teams in the conference are rolling right now, as the Clippers’ win streak hit seven […]
Continue readingNBA, players’ union discuss possible All-Star Game in early March, sources say
The traditional All-Star Weekend — previously scheduled for Indianapolis in February — was canceled because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, but sources tell ESPN there are ongoing talks with the league and union about a March 7 game in Atlanta that would be a far-scaled-down version of the typical All-Star Weekend festivities, sources said. The […]
Continue readingFantasy basketball 30: Embiid taking his game to new heights
Here’s a look at the most fantasy relevant news and notes for all 30 teams: Atlanta Hawks: How good is Clint Capela playing right now? The veteran center has averaged 25.0 points, 18.7 rebounds and 4.0 blocks during his past three games, numbers that were helped by the monstrous 27-point, 26-rebound, 5-block effort Wednesday against […]
Continue readingLA Clippers’ Paul George: Being seen as weak after playoffs ‘fueled me’
After his playoff struggles in the NBA bubble, LA Clippers guard Paul George said he had to come back “with vengeance” this season to address the fact that “people saw weakness” in him. A highly motivated George continued his torrid start to the season by making 8 of 14 shots and scoring 26 points to […]
Continue readingNBA Power Rankings: Why the Golden State Warriors, Dallas Mavericks and Charlotte Hornets are trending up
Although they aren’t the same title contenders of seasons past, the Warriors have regained the look of a team ready to make some noise in the West. Who else is rising ahead of Week 4? Note: Throughout the regular season, our panel (ESPN’s Tim Bontemps, Nick Friedell, Andrew Lopez, Tim MacMahon, Dave McMenamin, Eric Woodyard, […]
Continue readingFrom Kenosha to the U.S. Capitol, a new year brings the same old reminders
Following the postmortems of a year that couldn’t end fast enough, the first week of 2021 has not provided a balm for 2020 as much as it has amplified last year’s relentlessness. For Black America in general, and Black athletes in particular, the year has begun with a series of events that once again have […]
Continue readingFantasy 30: Latest buzz on hot and cold starts from around the NBA
Here’s a look at the most fantasy relevant news and notes for all 30 teams: Atlanta Hawks: The Hawks appear to be one of the most improved teams in the NBA, and second-year forward De’Andre Hunter is a big reason. The No. 4 overall pick in the 2019 NBA draft, Hunter is an athlete who […]
Continue readingFantasy basketball mock draft: 8-team, head-to-head points
The 2020-21 NBA season may have already started, but you can create or join an ESPN Fantasy Basketball league at any time and start your season from when you draft your team. Sign up for free! That all said, we also do our best to not forget what fantasy sports is really all about: having […]
Continue readingFantasy NBA Daily Notes: LaMelo Ball shines, continues to maximize his minutes
The 2020-21 NBA season may have already started, but you can create or join an ESPN Fantasy Basketball league at any time and start your season from when you draft your team. Sign up for free! Ball, meanwhile, played a career-high 29 minutes and delivered a rich line against Dallas that included 22 points on […]
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