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Sam Amico has covered the NBA for 20 years, previously for SI.com, FOX Sports, CBS Sports, Amico Hoops and the Boston Herald.
Cam Thomas, Nets, NBA

Nets Hit Hard by Injuries: Cam Thomas Out 3 Weeks, Frontcourt Depth Tested

The Brooklyn Nets, already navigating a season with ups and downs, are bracing for a tough stretch without their...
Anthon Davis, Lakers, Grayson Allen, Suns, NBA

Lakers Still Showing Signs Of Not Knowing Which Team To Expect

When the Lakers brought in JJ Redick as head coach, they weren’t just looking for wins—they were looking for...
Jae Crowder, Bucks, Kings, NBA

Kings Nearing Deal With Jae Crowder

The Sacramento Kings, sitting at 8-10 and dealing with a slew of injuries, are nearing a deal with veteran...
Kevin Durant, Suns, Lakers, NBA

Suns Hammer Lakers With Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal Back In Fold

The Phoenix Suns needed a jolt, and they got it in a big way. With both Kevin Durant and...
Damian Lillard, Bucks, NBA

Bucks’ Rise Continues, Climbing to .500 After Giannis-Less Win Over Heat

The Bucks showed their resilience on Tuesday night, gutting out a 106-103 road win over the Heat despite missing...
Darius Garland, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA

Pregame Dribbles: Cavs Lookin’ To Keep On Cookin’, With Hawks Waiting In Wings

CLEVELAND -- Random dribbles ahead of the Cavaliers' home date with the Atlanta Hawks on Thanksgiving eve (7 p.m....
Bronny James, Lakers, NBA

Charles Barkley Rips Lakers’ Handling Of Bronny James: ‘It’s Just Bad’

The Los Angeles Lakers have started the season with a solid 10-6 record, but the story gaining traction isn’t...
LeBron James, Lakers, NBA, Dalton Knecht, Austin Reeves

Lakers Seemingly As Hard To Figure Out As Ever

Six straight wins. Anthony Davis playing like an MVP. LeBron James defying age yet again. The Lakers are 10–6,...
Donovan Mitchell, Cavaliers, Cavs, NBA, Clint Capera, Hawks

Cavs vs. Hawks Classic Tale of Two Teams on Different Trajectories

The Cavaliers and Hawks are on different trajectories as they prepare to meet in Cleveland. The Cavs are rolling,...
Julius Randle, Timberwolves, NBA

Timberwolves Show Fight but Face Familiar Challenges as Chemistry Takes Center Stage

The Minnesota Timberwolves, sitting at 8-8 and searching for consistency, may have taken a small step forward during Sunday’s...
Michael Malone, Jamal Murray, Nuggets, NBA

Nuggets Show They Still Have More Questions Than Answers After Blowout Loss To Knicks

Here’s the thing about the Denver Nuggets: Some nights, they look like the defending champions, a team ready to...
Jaden Ivey, Pistons, Raptors, NBA

Pistons’ Young Core Makes Another Emphatic Statement In Buzzer-Beating Win Over Raptors

In a thriller at Little Caesars Arena, the Detroit Pistons showcased grit and poise when it mattered most. With...
NBA, Zach LaVine, Bulls, Nikola Vucevic, DeMar DeRozan

Bulls Still Actively Exploring Trades For Zach LaVine, Nikola Vucevic

Executive VP Arturas Karnisovas finds himself at a pivotal juncture as the Bulls hover in no-man’s land. At 7-11...
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, NBA, Pelicans, Bucks

Bucks Starting To Pull It Together Behind Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard

The Milwaukee Bucks are starting to look like the team we all expected when Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo...

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