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How the Orlando Magic are building around Paolo Banchero — using a formula that built a dynasty
It’s July 9, three days into Las Vegas Summer League, and the Magic, who were up by 18 points with just 4:25 remaining in the fourth quarter, are blowing it. With 6.1 seconds left in regulation, the Kings’ Neemias Queta hits a 3-pointer from the top of the key to shrink the Magic’s lead to […]
Continue readingFantasy basketball streamers and NBA betting cheat sheet for Wednesday
Jump ahead: Game of the night | Picks and props | Analytics edge By Jim McCormick and Kyle Soppe Cavalier Kevin: The Cavaliers won’t have Evan Mobley for tonight’s matchup against the Mavericks and Jarrett Allen remains sidelined, setting up Kevin Love (70% available) for a robust role in Cleveland’s depleted frontcourt. Love has sported […]
Continue readingFantasy basketball 30: Donovan Mitchell is getting hot at the right time
Here’s a look around the NBA at the most fantasy relevant news and notes for all 30 teams: Atlanta Hawks After a procedure on his right foot, John Collins remains out of commission. He also has an injury to his right finger. Danilo Gallinari and De’Andre Hunter remain the key beneficiaries. For me, Hunter is […]
Continue readingFantasy basketball: How to improve your roster after the All-Star break
To strategically re-align for the stretch run, there’s only one place to start. Take an extended gander at the NBA standings, and ask yourself: “who’s tanking?” (And then right after that: “in two weeks… who else will be tanking?”) Packing it in. Playing for ping-pong balls. “Tanking” is an ugly word. As a Sam Hinkie […]
Continue readingFantasy 30: Don’t hesitate to add Ben Simmons
Here’s a look around the league at the most fantasy relevant news and notes for all 30 teams: Atlanta Hawks John Collins looks poised for a strong second half for fantasy managers with the Hawks positioning themselves for a postseason push. In the last four games, he has averaged 21 PPG and 9.3 RPG in […]
Continue readingNBA Power Rankings, Week 16: Philadelphia 76ers are climbing in the Eastern Conference
The Warriors boast two All-Stars who will make the trip to Cleveland, as Stephen Curry and Andrew Wiggins were named starters on Thursday. The head coach of Team Durant is still up in the air, as the Eastern Conference race remains tight. The Miami Heat are No. 1 in the standings, half a game ahead […]
Continue readingFantasy basketball 30: Miles Bridges rising, James Harden falling
Here’s a look around the league at the most fantasy relevant news and notes for all 30 teams: Atlanta Hawks: Cam Reddish has impressed so far this season off the bench. In four games, he has averaged 15.2 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 1.0 APG, 1.2 SPG and 25.0 MPG, which is impressive considering the depth the […]
Continue readingNBA preview 2021-22: Power Rankings, projections, breakout stars and storylines for all 30 teams
The 2021-22 NBA season is here! Less than three months ago, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks were hoisting the Larry O’Brien Trophy after winning Game 6 of the NBA Finals over the Phoenix Suns. After somehow squeezing in the NBA draft, free agency, summer league and preseason into another truncated offseason, the league is […]
Continue readingUpdated fantasy basketball roto rankings
Create or join an ESPN Fantasy Basketball league at any time for the 2021-2022 NBA season. Sign up for free! With a growing crop of young talent in the league, some intriguing rookies from the 2021 NBA draft and a number of star veterans still atop their game, the fantasy rankings are always changing. At […]
Continue readingSources: Orlando Magic agree on 4-year deal with Dallas Mavericks assistant Jamahl Mosley to be new coach
The Orlando Magic have named Jamahl Mosley the team’s new head coach. Mosley, a Dallas Mavericks assistant, has agreed to a four-year deal, sources told ESPN. The Magic are replacing Steve Clifford, who mutually parted with the team last month. Orlando had reached the playoffs in consecutive years before trade deadline deals including All-Star Nikola […]
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