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Apr 18, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) against Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) in the first half during game two of the 2023 NBA playoffs at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: Mid-range legends, award predictions, suspension record for Draymond

NBA news: Doubling Joel Embiid, Draymond’s stomp, Grizzlies without Ja

NBA news: Celtics stifle Trae Young, Jalen Brunson and Jamal Murray go off

NBA news: Andrew Wiggins update, end of Zion, Thunder roll

Apr 11, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) with forward Anthony Davis (3) during a stoppage in play against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: Lakers and Hawks survive, ChatGPT picks NBA Finals and more

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - MARCH 10: Kyle Anderson #5 celebrates a dunk by Rudy Gobert #27 of the Minnesota Timberwolves against the Brooklyn Nets in the fourth quarter of the game at Target Center on March 10, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Nets defeated the Timberwolves 124-123 in overtime. 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 David Berding/Getty Images)

NBA news: Coaches fired, Gobert throws punch, Play-In Tournament predictions

Apr 6, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) against Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson (8) in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

NBA news: Nuggets against Kevin Durant, Lakers offensive changes

Apr 5, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; LA Clippers guard Russell Westbrook (0) gestures against the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: Russell Westbrook gets revenge, Warriors get bad news

Apr 4, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) controls the ball against the Boston Celtics during the third quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: Embiid’s MVP case, Kings style, Playoffs clinching scenarios

Dec 12, 2018; Dallas, TX, USA; Rookies Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) and Dallas Mavericks forward Luka Doncic (77) before the game at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: What if the Luka Doncic, Trae Young trade was a lose-lose?

Mar 12, 2023; Fort Worth, TX, USA; Houston Cougars forward Jarace Walker (25) reacts to a foul call during the second half against the Memphis Tigers at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

3 players whose NBA Draft stock rose in March Madness

Mar 19, 2023; Denver, CO, USA; Baylor Bears guard Keyonte George (1) reacts in the second half against the Creighton Bluejays at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael Ciaglo-USA TODAY Sports

3 players whose NBA Draft stock may have imploded during March Madness

Feb 23, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden (1) and center Joel Embiid (21) high five after a score against the Memphis Grizzlies during the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

The Whiteboard: Joel Embiid, James Harden are embracing each other’s strengths

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?

Feb 9, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11) boxes out Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) for a rebound in the first quarter at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

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

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

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 03: Mikal Bridges #1 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on during the fourth quarter of the game against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on March 03, 2023 in Boston, 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 Omar Rawlings/Getty Images)

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