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NBA offseason 2024: Schedule, deadlines, contract details
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 readingNBA free agents: Team-by-team lists for 2024 and 2025
Still, 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 readingInside Year 1 of the Victor Wembanyama era
The same building where Tim Duncan, David Robinson, Tony Parker, Manu Ginobili and many others practiced on their way to winning championships was hosting offseason workouts involving the next great Spur: Victor Wembanyama. The No. 1 pick in the 2023 draft used those workouts to prepare for the season, get familiar with his teammates — […]
Continue readingNew Orleans Pelicans, Naji Marshall troll Jimmy Butler after win
The Pelicans — particularly Naji Marshall — remembered comments made by Jimmy Butler after the Heat’s win last month. Marshall replied to a video of a Butler soundbite with a “My Volume don’t work what he say ?????” comment in a now-deleted tweet. The Pelicans opted for multiple trolls, including changing their bio to “Keeping […]
Continue readingFantasy basketball tips and projections for Friday
The Boston Celtics visit the Detroit Pistons in what should be one of the snoozers of the night, but there should also be some big fantasy opportunities here. Jrue Holiday (shoulder) remains out and Kristaps Porzingis and Jaylen Brown, who are both listed as questionable, along with Jayson Tatum and Al Horford, who might rest. […]
Continue readingFantasy basketball tips and projections for Thursday
New this season, ESPN Analytics will also generate daily NBA fantasy projections. By combining historical player and team data and specific game factors ESPN is able to accurately predict player box score stats. Accounting for injuries, trends in playing time, and other factors impacting future performance the statistical models can be used to help NBA […]
Continue readingNBA betting: Six picks for Thursday’s slate
As the NBA season marches on, Thursday night presents a basketball extravaganza with eight exciting games on the schedule. The Golden State Warriors face the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden in the marquee matchup of the night, with the Warriors riding a six-game road winning streak. Meanwhile, the Knicks are trending in the […]
Continue readingHeat G Tyler Herro (knee) out for Finals rematch vs. Nuggets
Herro is not alone on the sideline for the undermanned Heat, who will be without center Thomas Bryant (league suspension), forward Kevin Love (right heel) and guard Josh Richardson (right shoulder), among others. Herro, 24, is averaging 20.8 points, 5.3 rebounds and 4.4 assists in 36 games (all starts) this season for Miami. Center Orlando […]
Continue readingFantasy basketball tips and projections for Tuesday
New this season, ESPN Analytics will also generate daily NBA fantasy projections. By combining historical player and team data and specific game factors ESPN is able to accurately predict player box score stats. Accounting for injuries, trends in playing time, and other factors impacting future performance the statistical models can be used to help NBA […]
Continue readingNBA betting: Six picks for Tuesday’s slate
Complete your bracket by selecting the winner for each game of the 2024 men’s NCAA tournament. Play Men’s Tournament Challenge Donovan Mitchell over 35.5 points, rebounds and assists. The Cavaliers are 4.5-point favorites against the Mavericks, indicating a competitive game. Dallas has struggled on defense throughout the season, ranking near the bottom in points, rebounds […]
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