With many teams already doing deep dives into preparation for the 2024 NBA draft and this summer’s free agency, here’s a look at the league’s upcoming calendar, along with important deadlines for teams and players to exercise contract options. More than 30 players are in line for qualifying offers that would make them restricted free […]
Continue readingStill, 2024 could be transformative in Los Angeles, with LeBron James and Paul George potentially becoming free agents this summer. Looking ahead to 2025, stars such Jayson Tatum, Jalen Brunson and Donovan Mitchell hold player options that teams will be monitoring very closely. Key: restricted = restricted free agent; player = player option; team = […]
Continue readingWith 22 teams in action, it’s important for managers and bettors to have a discerning lens given such volume of choice. One key tool to leverage during such busy days in the league is point totals, as they can help indicate which climates are projected and expected to be friendly offensively. A more physical, playoff-like […]
Continue readingTeams headed for the lottery, on the other hand, tend to be more motivated by looking to the offseason and the future. Young players are getting more run to see if they can use this time to develop; players in contract years are trying out for their next employer; and players with even the slightest […]
Continue readingCreate up to 25 new men’s brackets beginning at the Sweet 16 and compete for $50K in total prizes! Tournament Challenge Second Chance Domantas Sabonis over 39.5 points, rebounds and assists. Even though the Magic are a sound defensive team, the Kings rank 12th in pace. Sabonis has also been phenomenal lately clearing this line […]
Continue readingA matinee in Madison Square Garden opens today’s eight-game slate of NBA action. The New York Knicks are sizable favorites as they host the rival Brooklyn Nets early this afternoon. The Knicks won’t have OG Anunoby, Julius Randle, or Mitchell Robinson in the lineup, which means meaningful upgrades in playing time and potential production for […]
Continue readingBecause it has been nearly impossible to keep track of rosters this offseason, we’ve decided to share a cleaner version of my roster changes research. (The actual one has cross-outs and underlines and capitalized names; it’s unreasonable to think anyone besides me can read it.) First, some guidelines. “Departed or expected to depart” players include […]
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