The Whiteboard

Oct 19, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA;Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) and forward Anthony Davis (3) on the court during the game against the Golden State Warriors at Staples Center. The Warriors won 121-114. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: Which team has the best record with all their stars healthy?

NBA Power Rankings: Who are the best defenders in the NBA this season?

The Whiteboard: 3 role players who need to step up for NBA contenders

The Whiteboard: Nets may have found a star to build around with Mikal Bridges

HOUSTON, TEXAS - DECEMBER 28: Jalen Green #0 of the Houston Rockets in action against LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers at Toyota Center on December 28, 2021 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 Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: 3 players who would like a do-over on the 2022-23 NBA season

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 26: De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings talks to Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies in the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center on December 26, 2021 in Sacramento, 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. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

De’Aaron Fox vs. Ja Morant: Who is the best young point guard in the West?

Feb 26, 2023; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) and Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) during the fourth quarter at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: NBA playoff bracket if season ended today

Feb 7, 2023; Orlando, Florida, USA; New York Knicks forward Julius Randle (30) looks to pass during the second quarter against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-USA TODAY Sports

NBA MVP Rankings: Who would be on top with a games-played minimum?

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The Whiteboard: Damian Lillard has never been better

Jan 22, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Donte DiVincenzo (0) is congratulated by forward Draymond Green (23) after he scored against the Brooklyn Nets during the first half at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: Donte DiVincenzo may make Gary Payton II irrelevant

May 25, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (left) alongside Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul during the second half in game two of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

6 NBA teams that need to make a deal at the trade deadline

Nov 17, 2021; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland (10) and Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (13) at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: Infallible, snub-free NBA All-Star reserves selections

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The Whiteboard: Every NBA team’s most prolific 3-point shooters ever

Mar 18, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook (0) controls the ball as Toronto Raptors guard Gary Trent Jr. (33) tries to defend during the first quarter at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: Ranking buyers and sellers at the NBA Trade Deadline

Dec 18, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Golden State Warriors center James Wiseman (33) dribbles the ball while sitting before warm up before a game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: James Wiseman is saying exactly what Warriors’ fans want to hear

PORTLAND, OREGON - JANUARY 22: Dennis Schroder #17 and Thomas Bryant #31 of the Los Angeles Lakers react during the fourth quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on January 22, 2023 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. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: Best NBA players on the cheapest contracts

WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 19 : LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers sits on the bench during the game against the Washington Wizards on November 19, 2003 at the MCI Center in Washington DC. 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 G Fiume/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: Names and faces from LeBron James’ first career game

Dec 31, 2022; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) prepares to play the Minnesota Timberwolves before the game at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: Checking in on the NBA rookie center crop

Jan 6, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins (20) controls the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: How much trade value does John Collins actually have?

Jan 1, 2023; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) and Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) during the second half at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: Parity has been the story of the NBA season

Mar 14, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) and Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) during the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: 5 best post-up players in the NBA this season

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - JANUARY 03: Lauri Markkanen #23 of the Utah Jazz warms up before a game against the Sacramento Kings at Vivint Arena on January 3, 2023 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: How the Utah Jazz helped make Lauri Markkanen a star

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The Whiteboard: Way-too-early NBA All-Star ballot

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The Whiteboard: Why has the NBA seen so many 50 point games this season?

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 27: Thomas Bryant #31 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts against the Orlando Magic during the second quarter at Amway Center on December 27, 2022 in Orlando, 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. (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: Lakers might have found a keeper in Thomas Bryant

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The Whiteboard: How much trouble are the Warriors in right now?

Oct 19, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby (3) and Cleveland Cavaliers forward Isaac Okoro (35) battle for the rebound during the first quarter at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: 3 OG Anunoby trades that could change everything

Dec 16, 2022; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (20) makes the basket against Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) in the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: Why Markelle Fultz is the difference for the Magic