Last Word On Pro Basketball

Acquired in a deal that sent multiple All-Star Julius Randle and fan favorite Donte DiVincenzo, there was a ton of pressure on Karl-Anthony Towns to hit the ground running. It was incumbent on him to develop chemistry with his teammates and team captain Jalen Brunson quickly. Thus far, Towns has shown impressive play and early chemistry with his teammates. The New Jersey native … [Read more...] about KAT Fits Knicks Like a Glove: Head Coach and Teammate Praise Towns’ Impact

All the talk regarding the Detroit Pistons has been about their much-improved roster. That talent will be tested tonight, as their best player will be sidelined. Cade Cunningham will miss the game against the Orlando Magic due to a left sacroiliac joint sprain. He suffered the injury during the Pistons’ 123-121 loss to the Charlotte Hornets when he drove to the rim, drew … [Read more...] about Can Pistons Bounce Back Against Magic Without Cunningham?

Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, Doc Rivers and the Milwaukee Bucks have been the subject of much debate over the past few months. While being in the foxhole together has actually furthered their chemistry, the fact remains that it’s taken longer for the group to gel than expected. After going 5-1 in their last six games, the Bucks appear to have caught their stride. Yet, … [Read more...] about Bucks ‘Only Option’ For MVP Today, Tomorrow’s Undecided

The Philadelphia 76ers have struggled mightily this season as all three-star players have dealt with injuries in the early going.  However, there has been a silver lining to the 76ers’ rough start. Philadelphia snapped a five-game losing streak – its second such streak of the early campaign — last night with a 113-98 victory over Brooklyn. Jared McCain poured in a team-high 30 … [Read more...] about Eastern Conference Team Apparently Has Found Its Backcourt Of The Future