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NBA Trade Rumors: Latest Buzz on Possible Deals
With the NBA draft less than two weeks away, the trade rumors should kick into high gear soon. After either the Miami Heat or San Antonio Spurs are crowned as champions, the trade talk will pick up even more. The current buzz centers...Show More Summary
NBA Podcast: Jay Bilas Answers Biggest Questions Heading into 2013 NBA Draft
With so much uncertainty surrounding the star power (or lack thereof) and pecking order of this year's NBA draft, it was time to ask some experts. ESPN draft guru Jay Bilas joined the latest episode of Basketball by Association, along with our very own NBA draft Lead Writer Jonathan Wasserman. Show More Summary
Report: Lionel Hollins Had Confrontation with Grizzlies Exec John Hollinger
Contract talks between the Memphis Grizzlies and coach Lionel Hollins have hit an impasse, but based on Adrian Wojnarowski 's report at Yahoo! Sports, the old-school coach clashed with John Hollinger, the man behind the Grizzlies' forward-thinking analytics movement, communications have been strained for quite some time. Show More Summary
NBA Free Agents 2013: Analyzing Players Most Likely to Get Overpaid This Summer
Speaking as someone who gets paid to babble on the internet, NBA general managers tend to make the snide joke-writing easy over the summer months. Most of the focus in the coming months will rightfully rest on Chris Paul and Dwight Howard, the two biggest names on the 2013 free-agent pool. Show More Summary
Ranking Each NBA Playoff Contender's Potential
The standings tell us where the NBA teams are right now, but they don't reveal how far teams can go once the playoffs roll around. Who can win the whole thing? Which teams should be happy just to survive a round or two? Who will be lucky...Show More Summary
Kevin Johnson Claims There is a 90 Percent Chance the Kings Remain in Sacramento
Seattle won't get the Sacramento Kings without a fight. Sacramento mayor and former NBA-great Kevin Johnson, likened the chances of his city keeping the Kings in town to Steve Nash's conversion rate on the free-throw line. Johnson dropped the vote of confidence on the Dan Patrick Show. Show More Summary
NBA Teams in Big Trouble Come Playoff Time
Making the NBA playoffs is great and all, but actually doing something once there is the goal for everyone who isn't an also-ran franchise. As the postseason field coalesces, the final weeks give us a good idea of what to expect. However, nagging questions and fears still surround many teams who will play in late April and beyond. Show More Summary
NBA Teams Hit Hardest by Injuries During 2012-13 Season
Injuries are a part of every NBA season. But man, doesn't it seem like they've really screwed over a bunch of teams this year? Whether it's stifling a potential playoff run or scuttling a franchise's chance at winning anything at all, star ailments have been particularly devastating in 2012-13. Show More Summary
NBA Teams Facing Toughest Offseason Decisions
Though the NBA's regular season is still winding down, these franchises face some difficult decisions long term. Whether it's deciding what to do with all that extra money or just how to get some cap relief in the first place, free agency will pose plenty of paths. Show More Summary
The NBA's Best Under-25 Stars Today
We're already in a period of rebirth and renewal for the NBA. Today's stars are numerous, accessible and hyper-athletic. But the future is even brighter. While stars like LeBron James, Kobe Bryant and Carmelo Anthony carry the torch today, tomorrow's NBA might be even more deep, fast and entertaining. Show More Summary
Alonzo Mourning Dishes on His Career, the Miami Heat and Today's NBA
Intensity, determination and grit were always synonymous with Alonzo Mourning. They are still great descriptors for "Zo" today, yet Mourning has always been so much more than simple adjectives. As the long-time face of the Miami Heat, the cerebral and reflective center had a long, winding road to travel before becoming an NBA champion in 2006. Show More Summary
NBA Podcast: Complete Predictions for the Western Conference Playoffs Race
It's a long way to the top of the Western Conference. While the San Antonio Spurs continue to crank out the hits, it's the Oklahoma City Thunder who topped the charts last year. Yet, the L.A. Clippers already had their moment in the sun this season. Show More Summary
NBA Podcast: Complete Eastern Conference Playoff Predictions
It's not hard to see that the Miami Heat are easily the Eastern Conference's best. After that, things get really interesting. While the Indiana Pacers have been strong of late, the New York Knicks and Chicago Bulls have also taken their turns as the East's hottest team. Show More Summary
Steve Kerr Talks NBA Playoffs, Super-Teams & 2013 Allstate NABC Good Works Team
On this episode of Basketball by Association, NBA Assistant Editors Ethan Norof and Joel C. Cordes are joined by five-time NBA champion and current basketball broadcaster, Steve Kerr. Steve helped select the 2013 Allstate NABC Good Works Team, a wonderful way to celebrate and recognize the social contributions of collegiate basketball athletes. Show More Summary
NBA Trade Rumors: Breaking Down Latest Rumblings Heading into All-Star Weekend
In a couple days, all of the NBA's best and brightest will descend upon the great state of Texas for All-Star weekend festivities. Celebrity games will be played, dunk contests will be had and an All-Star Game MVP trophy will go on the mantle of one of the league's greatest stars. Show More Summary
NBA Trade Rumors: Big-Name Players Most Likely to Be Dealt
There are going to be some landscape-altering deals before the Feb. 21 NBA trade deadline. There are too many legitimate rumors around key players for there not to be. It is going to be a wild ride before all this trade chaos subsides, and that ride will undoubtedly contain more than a few surprises. Show More Summary
Complete Predictions for Each Pro Event at 2013 NBA All-Star Weekend
The NBA All-Star Weekend is a time to kick back and enjoy the best of the professional basketball's elite. Not only does the entire NBA get a much-needed break during the winter doldrums, but it's a fantastic way to celebrate and recognize the best players from the season's first half. Show More Summary
NBA Trade Rumors: Latest on Josh Smith, Al Jefferson and Stars Who May Be Dealt
All eyes may be laser-focused on Houston for this weekend's NBA All-Star Game festivities, but the most interesting takeaways may not be decided on the court whatsoever. While the players and coaches descending to the great state of Texas will be using their weekends for some rest and relaxation, NBA general managers will be doing quite the opposite. Show More Summary
NBA Podcast: Predicting Buyers and Sellers at the NBA Trade Deadline
It's becoming clear who's looking to add versus subtract at this year's NBA Trade Deadline. The sellers are watching their playoff chances go down the tubes, looking to improve their cap space, want to collect future assets or all of the above. Show More Summary
NBA Podcast: Key Under-the-Radar Names at the NBA Trade Deadline
The biggest names on the NBA trade block are well-known, but these under-the-radar role players could be just as important when it's all said and done. The sellers are typically teams already out of the hunt. They either don't have the cash, playing time or interest in holding onto non-essential players. Show More Summary
