The Whiteboard

PORTLAND, OR - JANUARY 5: James Harden #13 of the Houston Rockets looks on during the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on January 5 , 2019 at the Moda Center Arena in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Sam Forencich/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: NBA All-Star fan voting is still terrible

The Whiteboard: Blake Griffin needs some shooters around him

The Whiteboard: Kevin Durant is the Golden State Warriors’ anchor

The Whiteboard: Pascal Siakam does it all for the Toronto Raptors

MIAMI, FL - JANUARY 4: Derrick Jones Jr. #5 of the Miami Heat saves the ball from going out-of-bounds during the game against Chasson Randle #9 of the Washington Wizards on January 4, 2019 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: Derrick Jones Jr. has potential as big as his wingspan

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - DECEMBER 3: Head Coach Tom Thibodeau of the Minnesota Timberwolves watches on during the game against the Houston Rockets on December 3, 2018 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: The Minnesota Timberwolves finally fired Tom Thibodeau

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - NOVEMBER 03: Justin Holiday #7 of the Chicago Bulls drives against PJ Tucker #17 of the Houston Rockets at United Center on November 03, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: The Chicago Bulls got a good return for Justin Holiday

CLEVELAND, OH - JANUARY 2: Tristan Thompson #13 of the Cleveland Cavaliers on the court during the first half against the Miami Heat at Quicken Loans Arena on January 2, 2019 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: The Cleveland Cavaliers had a historically bad rebounding game

James Harden #13 of the Houston Rockets reacts in the first half against the Boston Celtics at Toyota Center on December 27, 2018 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: James Harden is one of the best offensive players ever

MILWAUKEE, WI - JANUARY 22: General Manager Jon Horst speaks to media about the letting go of head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks Jason Kidd before game against the Phoenix Suns on January 22, 2018 at the BMO Harris Bradley Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: Jon Horst is doing good work for the Milwaukee Bucks

SAN ANTONIO, TX - NOVEMBER 4: Bryn Forbes #11 of the San Antonio Spurs handles the ball against the Orlando Magic on November 4, 2018 at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photos by Mark Sobhani/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: Bryn Forbes has become the San Antonio Spurs best shooter

BROOKLYN, NY - DECEMBER 23: Jarrett Allen #31 of the Brooklyn Nets shoots the ball against the Phoenix Suns on December 23, 2018 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: The Brooklyn Nets are turning the corner

DETROIT, MI - DECEMBER 17: Blake Griffin #23 of the Detroit Pistons handles the ball against Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks on December 17, 2018 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: The modern Blake Griffin is an absolute monster

DENVER, COLORADO - DECEMBER 18: Monte Morris #11 of the Denver Nuggets plays the Dallas Mavericks at the Pepsi Center on December 18, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: Monte Morris is wildly underpaid

MILWAUKEE, WI - NOVEMBER 19: Eric Bledsoe #6 and Khris Middleton #22 of the Milwaukee Bucks exchange handshakes during the game against the Denver Nuggets on November 19, 2018 at the BMO Harris Bradley Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: The Milwaukee Bucks haven’t reached their final form yet

CANTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 24: From left, Jayson Tatum #0, Jaylen Brown #7, Kyrie Irving #11 and Gordon Hayward #20 talk together during a photoshoot on Boston Celtics Media Day on September 24, 2018 in Canton, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: The Boston Celtics’ pick stash is losing its value

PHILADELPHIA, PA - NOVEMBER 16: Markelle Fultz #20 of the Philadelphia 76ers handles the ball against the Utah Jazz on November 16, 2018 at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: A playoff team should trade for Markelle Fultz

CLEVELAND, OH - DECEMBER 5: Rodney Hood #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers and the fans celebrate after Hood hit a buzzer beater at the end of the first half against the Golden State Warriors at Quicken Loans Arena on December 5, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: The Cleveland Cavaliers have some fun trade chips

MEMPHIS, TN - DECEMBER 8: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during a game against the Memphis Grizzlies on December 8, 2018 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: LeBron James is winning without another star in Los Angeles

MILWAUKEE, WI - MARCH 04: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks and Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers wait for a rebound during the first half of a game at the Bradley Center on March 4, 2018 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: The NBA’s Eastern Conference is what we thought it was

From left, Los Angeles Lakers President Magic Johnson and Lakers General Manager Rob Pelinka talking before the start of the game against the Miami Heat on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018 at AmericanAirlines Arena in Miami, Fla. (David Santiago/Miami Herald/TNS via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: Be ready, NBA trades are coming this weekend

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - DECEMBER 08: Head coach Jim Boylen of the Chicago Bulls encourages his team against the Boston Celtics at United Center on December 08, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: The Bulls have gone from bad to worse

CHARLOTTE, NC - DECEMBER 2: Kemba Walker #15 of the Charlotte Hornets looks on during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on December 2, 2018 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: The Charlotte Hornets should trade Kemba Walker

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - NOVEMBER 24: Jimmy Butler #23 of the Minnesota Timberwolves drives to the basket against Hassan Whiteside #21 of the Miami Heat during the game on November 24, 2017 at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: Not getting Jimmy Butler really hurt the Miami Heat

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - NOVEMBER 26: Head coach Fred Hoiberg of the Chicago Bulls signals to his team during a game against the San Antonio Spurs at the United Center on November 26, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. The Spurs defeated the Bulls 108-107. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: TABFTC – The reason Fred Hoiberg got fired by the Bulls

PHILADELPHIA, PA - NOVEMBER 1: Tobias Harris #34 of the LA Clippers reacts in the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center on November 1, 2018 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Clippers 122-113. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: Tobias Harris deserves all of the success he’s finding

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - DECEMBER 1: Gordon Hayward #20 of the Boston Celtics speaks with the media and celebrates a win with his teammates after the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on December 1, 2018 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Jordan Johnson/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: The Boston Celtics are ready to go on a run

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 31: Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks looks on against the Los Angeles Lakers on October 31, 2018 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: Luka Doncic should’ve been the first pick in the 2018 NBA Draft