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Why is Nikola Jokic winning his third consecutive MVP considered problematic?

As we’ve discussed before on this blog, the Most Valuable Player Award (now the Michael Jordan Trophy) can forever change a player’s legacy; a rather good player could now be remembered as a great just by helming the prized possession…. Continue Reading →

Has there ever been a player as durable as LeBron James?

Drafted 1st overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the legendary 2003 NBA draft, LeBron dominated the league since he stepped foot on the hardwood, elevating himself to the coveted superstar status in just his sophomore season. Despite 4 MVPs (Most… Continue Reading →

What’s up with the recent scoring madness in the NBA this season?

What’s up with the recent scoring madness in the NBA this season? The 2022-23 NBA season has prolonged tragedies from the previous season: the Lakers still disappoint; the Clippers are somehow still injury-riddled; the Bulls just keep regressing; the Suns… Continue Reading →

How are the Utah Jazz at the top and the Golden State Warriors at the bottom?

This past offseason, the Utah Jazz made two franchise-changing moves: trading away star point guard Donovan Mitchell to the Cleveland Cavaliers and defensive monster (and Terance Mann’s son) Rudy Gobert to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Understandably, betting odds–even the NBA’s official… Continue Reading →

Why are the Sixers struggling badly right now?

Most teams have already played about 4 games at least, so let’s overreact to some of their performances. Granted, it’s only been a week, and we have a long way to go. Please don’t take this analysis too personally! The… Continue Reading →

How will the Atlanta Hawks fare in the tough Eastern Conference?

The 2022-23 NBA season has finally arrived! James Harden excited us with his seemingly explosive first dribble (let’s pray it lasts all season), and the Lakers’ struggles against any competent opponent continue. Somehow, we missed discussing the Atlanta Hawks, who… Continue Reading →

Who is going to win MVP this season?

We are now just four days away from the first 2022-23 NBA regular season game! Yet, we’ve dodged the age-old question: who’s going to win MVP (Most Valuable Player) this season? Choosing who wins MVP is impossible. With talents like… Continue Reading →

Is Russell Westbrook’s NBA career over?

Russell Westbrook is widely regarded among the flashiest, most well-rounded players of this generation and the greatest point guards in NBA history; his astronomical 22.8 PPG/8.4 APG/7.4 RPG career average, Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, 9 All-Star selections, and 9… Continue Reading →

Is Kyrie Irving a superstar?

With legends like Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kevin Durant, LeBron James, and Stephen Curry, the NBA offers us a world-class showcase of superstar talent. Every NBA fan evaluates “superstar” differently–it boils down to opinions on talent, accolades, playstyle, and many subjective factors…. Continue Reading →

How will the Mitchell-Garland duo fare in the Eastern Conference?

After a disastrous playoff run against the Mavs this past post-season, the Utah Jazz finally divorced star point guard Donovan “Spida” Mitchell. Mitchell now joins a Cleveland Cavaliers backcourt with star point guard Darius Garland. The Mitchell-Garland backcourt’s offensive power,… Continue Reading →

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