

The Timberwolves are big mad and making sure the Nuggets feel it
The Timberwolves are as dangerous as ever, playing with a chip on their shoulder and taking it right at Nikola Jokić and the rival Nuggets.Headlines

Kon Knueppel vs. Cooper Flagg and all the tightest ROY battles in NBA history
This year's Rookie of the Year race is coming down to the wire, but even if it's a tie, it won't be the first in NBA history.
Reversible jerseys, snacks and more ways the Blazers' new tightwad owner can cut costs
Word on the street is the new owner of the Portland Blazers is focused on cutting costs, so here are some ways that he can save even more money.
Luke Kennard, CJ McCollum and the biggest NBA Playoffs surprises so far
Two players have exceeded all expectations, while one is failing to meet them. Who are the surprise stories of the NBA Playoffs so far?
VJ Edgecombe and 4 more 76ers who need to step up to avoid more embarrassment in Game 2
You can't put the Game 1 loss all on Tyrese Maxey, especially when these four players could step in Game 2 to take the pressure off him.
How the Timberwolves solved their Nikola Jokić problem in Game 2
Once thought impossible by leading experts, Rudy Gobert clamped Nikola Jokić in Game 2 to steal Denver's home court advantage in the first round.NBA Draft







How the Rockets can beat the Lakers in Game 2 even without Kevin Durant
The Houston Rockets played their worst possible basketball in Game 1 against the depleted Lakers. What must they fix to get back on schedule in Game 2?
The sports world can't agree on weed, and athletes pay for it
Many American leagues no longer test for THC, but that doesn't mean the sports world has reached a consensus on cannabis.
5 ultra-cheap head coach options for Blazers' penny-pinching new owner
The Portland Trail Blazers want to cheap out on their next head coach (among other things). So here are five unconventional, potentially affordable options.
Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher situation has reached the breaking point
Former No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher is barely seeing the court, and it seems likely that the Hawks will trade him this summer.
Paolo Banchero dropped his worst habits right in time for the NBA Playoffs
The Pistons are learning how tough it is to contain Banchero when he makes the right read.NBA Rumors







The Pistons need to make these adjustments to avoid a catastrophic 0-2 start
The Detroit Pistons can't afford another disaster in Game 2 or their dream season could be up in flames with a second loss to the Orlando Magic in the first round.
Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokić give the Nuggets a chance to beat anyone
The NBA Playoffs is filled with heavyweights, but with Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokić healthy, the Denver Nuggets have a chance to hang with anyone.
5 Steve Kerr replacements the Warriors could start a new era with
If Steve Kerr's tenure with the Golden State Warriors is coming to an end, these coaching candidates could author a successful next chapter in the Bay Area.
From NBA Playoffs sweeps to Game 7s: Predicting how long each first-round series goes
We now have one game of evidence to see how long we think each series will go. Who is getting swept and who is going seven?
