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Eamon Cassels|
Christopher Kline|
The Magic got off to a disappointing start but they've turned the corner and are finally playing like a contender.
Bradley Rowland|

Headlines

Victor Wembanyama feels like a lock for Defensive Player of the Year, as long as he doesn't miss any more games.
Christopher Kline|
10 contenders, 10 excellent performers off the bench. Which contending sixth man is the best of the bunch with NBA playoffs on the horizon?
Christopher Kline|
The Hornets are the hottest team in basketball, and this isn't just a flash in the pan.
Eamon Cassels|
The Nuggets have struggled without Aaron Gordon, but luckily, a return appears to be on the horizon for the versatile forward.
Eamon Cassels|
After years of chaos in Golden State, Jonathan Kuminga looks like a whole new player for the Hawks.
Bradley Rowland|

NBA Draft

Thanks to the Derik Queen trade, the Hawks have a 37.2 percent chance of drafting in the top-four. They'll have plenty of great options no matter where they land.
Bradley Rowland|
A half-dozen teams are looking for creative ways to get to the bottom of the NBA standings, and the prize is well worth the risk.
Ian Levy|
As Darryn Peterson misses games and frustrates fans with constant injury setbacks, Arkansas point guard Darius Acuff is winning over scouts with his guts.
Christopher Kline|
Bill Simmons believes AJ Dybantsa has leapfrogged Darryn Peterson in the 2026 NBA Draft debate amid concerns over health and mindset. Is he right?
Christopher Kline|
Cameron Boozer, Darryn Peterson and AJ Dybantsa still headline the top 2026 NBA Draft prospects with March Madness right around the corner.
Christopher Kline|

Luka Dončić isn't the only all-time NBA great who has yet to win a Most Valuable Player award.
Bryan Toporek|
MIP has historically gone to players who seemingly come out of nowhere and increase their scoring volume. Jalen Duren, Keyonte George, and Ryan Rollins have done that.
Brennan Sims|
Jayson Tatum is nearing a return to the hardwood as Boston is fighting for a top spot in the East. Is he the x-factor to get past the Detroit Pistons?
Wynston Wilcox|
The offensive talent in the NBA is at an all-time high and we're watching a lot of future members of the all-time scoring list.
Nick Villano|
The Blazers are on track to exceed expectations and have a pathway to reach the playoffs for the first time since 2021.
Bradley Rowland|

NBA Rumors

The 2026 NBA trade deadline featured plenty of big names on the move. More should be coming this offseason.
Bryan Toporek|
The NBA finally punished teams for egregiously tanking, but whether their punishment was harsh enough to dissuade other teams from tanking remains to be seen.
Zachary Rotman|
Grading every trade deadline deal as we wait with bated breath to see if Giannis Antetokounmpo gets moved.
Ian Levy|
The Charlotte Hornets and Chicago Bulls exchange spark-plug guards amidst a heated Eastern Conference Play-In race, with Coby White going home.
Christopher Kline|
Jaden Ivey was supposed to be a downhill shot creator, but Detroit already has Cunningham. Ivey could do some secondary ball handling, but Detroit seems to trust Daniss Jenkins much more in that role.
Brennan Sims|

Detroit is no longer the bottomfeeders of the NBA. They've survived the slums of the league and now they've made it to the penthouse.
Wynston Wilcox|
Oklahoma City enjoyed plenty of praise as it rose to the top of the NBA. That's about to change.
Chris Landers|
In the absence of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Cason Wallace is showcasing his impressive upside.
Eamon Cassels|
The Hornets rookie is way ahead of any first-year player we've ever seen and already closing in on the all-time greats.
Ian Levy|
The Cleveland Cavaliers might not get discussed much, but they have a real shot to come out of the East.
Eamon Cassels|
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