The Portland Trail Blazers upset the Oklahoma City Thunder 121-119 on Wednesday night to end the latter’s unbeaten run. This was the Thunder’s first loss of the season, as the Blazers came back from a 22-point deficit. Streak-Busters: How the Trail Blazers Upset the Defending Champs After an embarrassing loss to the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night, the Portland … [Read more...] about Streak-Busters: How the Blazers Upset the Defending Champs
Thunder’s Shuffling Rotation vs Blazers Dents Historic Start
As far as defending champions go, the Oklahoma City Thunder did well to start a franchise record of 8-0. Of course, that’s a whole lot impressive considering the fact that they went swinging without their best players. But now that’s finally over, and the Thunder can breathe with less pressure after losing their first game. While they blew a 22-point lead, the Thunder’s epic … [Read more...] about Thunder’s Shuffling Rotation vs Blazers Dents Historic Start
When Will Steven Adams Return to the Rockets Lineup?
The Houston Rockets are flying high after a fifth consecutive victory, defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 124–109 on Wednesday night. Yet, one key piece of their frontcourt rotation was missing: Steven Adams, who sat out for the first time this season due to a lingering hip issue. Now, as Houston prepares for a high-profile matchup against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday, November … [Read more...] about When Will Steven Adams Return to the Rockets Lineup?
Clippers Look Painfully Average Ahead of Toughest Test
The Los Angeles Clippers are looking average ahead of their toughest test on Tuesday: the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder. Following their first loss at home this season to the Miami Heat on Monday, the Clippers have dropped to a 3-3 record and are not playing like the contenders they were expected to be before the season. Clippers Look Painfully Average Ahead of … [Read more...] about Clippers Look Painfully Average Ahead of Toughest Test
Lakers’ Statement Win: Public Perception Has Officially Changed
LOS ANGELES — The Lakers have found their rhythm, and the rest of the league is finally taking notice. Their latest triumph — a 123–115 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers — wasn’t just another tally in the win column. It was a message. A statement win that marked a turning point for the Lakers — redefining their resilience, identity, and how the league now views … [Read more...] about Lakers’ Statement Win: Public Perception Has Officially Changed