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NBA may soon make an example of the Clippers and Kawhi Leonard

18+ hour, 43+ min ago  (406+ words) The NBA has been rather tight-lipped about when an announcement will be made about their investigation into the LA Clippers' behind-the-scenes dealings with Kawhi Leonard. At this point, it seems likely that they will wait for the offseason to not…...

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The final hurdle every NBA contender must clear to win a championship this season

1+ day, 22+ hour ago  (762+ words) Late-game execution becomes everything in the playoffs. Since 2000, 18 of 26 champions ranked top 5 in clutch winning percentage. The eight teams that did not finish in the top-five had elite late game closers like Dwayne Wade, Tim Duncan, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Stephen…...

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A strong start turned into a nightmare finish for the Bulls

1+ day, 20+ hour ago  (451+ words) With less than 10 games left in the Chicago Bulls' season, they have been mathematically eliminated from the NBA Postseason. This was despite one of the hottest starts in the league, leading many to believe the 1990s' Bulls were back. Now, the…...

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Nikola Jokic is igniting a long overdue NBA debate over fake stats

2+ day, 13+ hour ago  (477+ words) For many, Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic is the best player in the NBA, whether he's a favorite to win MVP this season or not. However, a recent viral post called into question a key stat. Many questioned the validity…...

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LeBron James now has crucial edge over Michael Jordan in GOAT debate

2+ day, 15+ hour ago  (370+ words) Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is still going strong, even though he has begun to take a back seat to fellow star Luka Doncic. At age 40, he is putting up impressive numbers, averaging 20.9 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 7.0 assists. That is…...

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This encouraging trend for the Cavaliers could not have come at a better time

2+ day, 13+ hour ago  (326+ words) Coming into this season, Evan Mobley was expected to take the next step in his game for the Cleveland Cavaliers. After a breakout fourth season that included him earning his first All-Star selection, a spot on the All-NBA second team,…...

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hoopshabit.com > glaring-celtics-flaw-just-waiting-exposed-playoffs

Glaring Celtics flaw is just waiting to be exposed in the playoffs

2+ day, 19+ hour ago  (409+ words) The second-seed Boston Celtics have exceeded all expectations this season thus far. Even despite being without arguably their best player, Jason Tatum, for 60 games, they have proven to be among the best teams in the Eastern Conference. Nevertheless, a concerning…...

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Spurs could become the biggest winners of NBA expansion

3+ day, 20+ hour ago  (387+ words) NBA expansion is no longer a distant idea. The NBA Board of Governors has already given the green light to move forward, and potential investors are beginning to line up. That means structural change is coming soon. And while most…...

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hoopshabit.com > post-trae-young-hawks-suddenly-nbas-most-dangerous-team

The post-Trae Young Hawks are suddenly the NBA’s most dangerous team

4+ day, 16+ hour ago  (438+ words) As the NBA Playoffs get closer, the Play-In and the first round is coming into focus. Even though fans think they know who the most likely teams are to win the big one, there's always a dark horse that could…...

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hoopshabit.com > lakers-become-biggest-losers-potential-nba-expansion

Lakers could become the biggest losers of potential NBA expansion

5+ day, 19+ hour ago  (399+ words) The NBA's long-anticipated expansion is finally taking shape'NBA governors approved a vote to explore expansion to Seattle and Las Vegas. This is an earthquake of a message; now, slowly, teams must evaluate how it will affect their trajectory. While most…...