The Pistons are looking like the worst team in NBA history. How are they THIS bad?
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The Sporting News takes stock of all 30 NBA teams as the calendar turns from 2023 to 2024.
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Scott Rafferty and Steph Noh redraft the 2019 NBA Draft, which featured Ja Morant, Zion Williamson, RJ Barrett and Darius Garland.
The Spurs have changed things up by moving Victor Wembanyama from power forward to center. The results? San Antonio's rookie looks like even more of a cheat code.
Bradley Beal is finally back in the Suns' lineup. How does his return impact the team?
Kawhi Leonard has been quietly putting together an All-Star resume for the Clippers, who are getting better with each game.
The Warriors have been slumping, looking like a team that does not have much championship equity. Here are three things they can do to resolve that issue.
The big winners from the In-Season Tournament include Tyrese Haliburton and LeBron James, while the losers are headlined by Zion Williamson and Adrian Griffin.
A collection of the funniest things that happened in the NBA this week.
There is plenty of motivation for players to want to win the inaugural in-season tournament. Here's what's at stake, and what the players have said about their chase for the prize money.
The Bulls are riding a surprising three game win streak with Zach LaVine out of the lineup. What does that mean for the team and LaVine's status as a trade chip?
LeBron James continues to turn his game up in the biggest moments, even at the age of 38.
The Celtics' elimination in the In-Season Tournament showed the same problems resurfacing at the end of games. How much of an issue is it?
The Pacers have built the best offense in NBA history. Examining the changes it took from Rick Carlisle to get there, and the bond with Tyrese Haliburton that made it possible.
Before the Quarterfinals tip-off, The Sporting News' NBA experts share their In-Season Tournament predictions.
A collection of the funniest moments from the NBA during the week.
At the quarter point of the season, the Warriors find themselves outside of the playoff picture. What's going on with them, and what is the panic meter at?
Chet Holmgren has been the best rookie through the first quarter of the season. Here's why the Thunder big man is looking like a future All-Star.
During the summer, Nicolas Batum compared Victor Wembanyama to shades of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Davis, Rudy Gobert, and Kristaps Porzingis. Here's why Batum's prediction has looked pretty good so far.
Here's how the MVP race is shaping up with roughly 20 percent of the season already completed
It hasn't always been pretty, but the Bucks are starting to hit a groove a month into the season.
In order to see how much the 2020 NBA Draft would have changed had it been conducted today, two of The Sporting News' writers put on their GM hats and redrafted the lottery.
LeBron James is turning 39 this year, yet he is still one of the best players in the league. A look into how he is still dominating the game.
With the Bulls faltering, Alex Caruso could be one of the hottest names on the trade market. Here are the teams that make the most sense for the defensive ace.
Zach LaVine's name is back in trade rumors. With the Bulls floundering, where is the best fit for LaVine to go next?
Tyrese Maxey is looking like a breakout player for the 76ers and a steal with the 21st pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. Here's why he fell so far and the trend with Kentucky guards that he is part of.
Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren are two of the most exciting young big men in the game. They've already faced off a number of times. Here's the history behind their rivalry.
The Clippers are 0-4 with James Harden in the lineup. What's going on with them, and how worried should Clippers fans be?
Who have been the top rookies after the first 10ish games of the 2023-24 season?
LeBron James' brilliance in Year 21 has allowed the Lakers to tread water. But they will need a lot more from their role players if they want to contend.
After two weeks, Victor Wembanyama has already proven that he is an elite NBA defender.
How Chris Paul has slotted into the perfect role and taken the Warriors to the next level.
The natural tendency is to overreact to the first salvo in what is a very long season. Rather than fighting that urge, The Sporting News' Stephen Noh leaning into it.
James Harden wants a trade, and he's going to make things difficult until he gets one. Here's what he's done in the past.
After being taken with the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, Victor Wembanyama is expected to dominate from Day 1. But given how rookies generally perform and how he has looked thus far in other leagues, how realistic are those expectations?
Here's why the Joel Embiid rumor mill is starting and why it isn't stopping any time soon.
Thompson looks totally back from injuries and is set up for a huge year for the Warriors.
Who will have the best and worst defenses for the 2023-24 NBA season?
Who guards Nikola Jokic the best and the worst in the league? Looking at what has and hasn't worked in trying to slow the Nuggets star down.
Who have the best players been in the preseason, and which team has looked the best and worst?
Who are the best defenders in the NBA? In Part II of this project, we're ranking the top 10.
Who are the best defenders in the NBA? In Part I of this project, we're running from No. 11 to No. 100.
One of the most effective plays that the Nuggets used to win their first championship is now being incorporated into the Bucks' offense.
Ranking the 30 best players who are projected to come off the bench for the 2023-24 NBA season.
The Sporting News ranks all 30 starting centers for the 2023-24 NBA season.
Seven scorching predictions for the NBA season, including the fate of the Mavs, Bulls, Raptors, Knicks, Desmond Bane, Yuta Watanabe, and Max Christie.
The Sporting News ranks all 30 starting power forwards for the 2023-24 NBA season.
The Sporting News ranked all 30 starting small forwards for the 2023-24 NBA season.
Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren showed why the hype is real in their first preseason matchup.
The Bulls finished 24th in offense in 2022-23. Here's how they plan to improve that number.
The Sporting News ranked all 30 starting shooting guards for the 2023-24 NBA season.
The Sporting News ranked all 30 starting point guards for the 2023-24 NBA season.
Warriors coach Steve Kerr announced that he plans to use Klay Thompson to defend power forwards until Draymond Green returns from an ankle injury. Can that strategy actually work?
The NBA should see plenty of player movement in the summer of 2024. There are some very good players that are slated to become free agents — and lots of cap space to go around.
The plan for now seems to be to putting Ben Simmons into the starting lineup. Here's why an off-the-bench role might be a better idea.
The Lakers have one open spot in their starting lineup next to D'Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves, LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Here's why Rui Hachimura should take it.
What is Jrue Holiday's next team going to be? Ranking the likelihood of various teams
Damian Lillard is going to Milwaukee as part of an unexpected three-team trade involving the Bucks, Suns and Trail Blazers, according to multiple reports. Let's evaluate the deal from all sides.
Team USA has dominated Olympic basketball, winning four consecutive gold medals dating back to the 2008 event in Beijing. It's easy to see why when putting together a dream roster for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.
Odds and best bets for Team USA vs. Germany in Friday's FIBA World Cup semifinals match.
The Lakers added Christian Wood late in free agency. Here's why things might be different in Los Angeles for the talented big man.
It's tough to envision a scenario in which Josh Giddey and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander fulfill their maximum potential together.
Paolo Banchero's FIBA Basketball World Cup performance has shown the future of his game, as a destructive and hyper-skilled small ball five.
James Harden's threat to never play for the 76ers may not do much to ultimately change his situation
Who was the better shooting guard: Dwyane Wade or James Harden? Here are the key stats between them to show which had the more impressive career.
Austin Reaves had a strong performance off the bench in Team USA's exhibition against Puerto Rico. Here's what that means for his future in the World Cup.
Turell was picked up by the Motor City Cruise in the first round of the 2022 G League Draft and has quickly established himself as a huge fan favorite among the Jewish community.
The documentary, airing on Aug. 8 on Prime Video, shows a fascinating look at life on the fringes of the NBA.
Passages from Bill Russell's 1965 book "Go Up for Glory" reveal the type of man he was and how he dedicated his life to making the world less prejudiced.
HoopGrids has skyrocketed in popularity since its launch only a few weeks ago. Meet the one-man team behind the trivia game that NBA fans love.
Are you smarter than Charles Barkley? Put your NBA knowledge to the test with The Sporting News' version of the "Who He Play For?" quiz.
Michael Jordan is selling the Hornets to a group led by Gabe Plotkin and Rick Schnall. Here's who those new owners are.
Dell probably would have started in today's NBA, but back in the 90s, 3-point shooting still wasn't totally embraced.
Christian Wood is one of the last free agents remaining. Here's what's going on with his situation and where he could land.
Here is a list of Las Vegas Summer League MVPs since 2006.
Max Christie looked terrific in the Las Vegas Summer League. Can he break into the Lakers' rotation?
James Harden and the Sixers are reportedly seeking a sign-and-trade to move the star to a new location. Here's what we know so far, and potential spots he could end up.
Here are the six best players from the opening weekend of 2023 Las Vegas Summer League.
Las Vegas Summer League seating is first-come, first-serve. Meet the fans willing to brave hours of desert heat to get the best view in the house.
Victor Wembanyama's summer league debut was met with much fanfare. Did it live up to the hype?
Here are the Las Vegas Summer League overtime rules.
In Summer League, players are allowed 10 fouls before being disqualified.
There are multiple All-Stars that could become available in 2024, including a few big names in Los Angeles.
Despite the lack of big moves in free agency, there were a handful of very good teams that improved on the margins — and some teams that made very questionable decisions.
Here are grades for all 30 teams, ranked from best (Bucks) to worst (Trail Blazers).
Here are the best players remaining in free agency heading into Wednesday.
Instant analysis of every major free agent signing and trade from 2023 NBA free agency.
After a full weekend of signings, here are the best players left unsigned.
When an NBA team loses a player to injury for the entirety of a season, the league will sometimes give that team a spending allowance in order to replace that player.
The Sporting News is ranking all 30 NBA teams from best to worst based on their moves from Day 1 in free agency.
The Suns found the perfect player for their needs, and Yuta Watanabe found a great landing spot to accentuate his strengths
Here are some of the pieces and teams that could be involved in a James Harden trade, and what a fair trade would look like.
The NBA's new CBA introduces a second apron for big spenders, with harsh penalties for going over a certain amount. An explanation of the figures and penalties involved.
From Brook Lopez's killer defense to Mason Plumlee's solid contributions, here are the top nine free agent centers.
The Sporting News' Steph Noh details how the Bulls should navigate 2023 free agency.
Predicting the contracts for the restricted free agents in 2023 free agency, including Austin Reaves, Coby White, Rui Hachimura, Cam Reddish, Cameron Johnson, P.J. Washington, Matisse Thybulle and Grant Williams.
As the Nuggets showed last year in bringing in Bruce Brown for a paltry $6.5 million, finding that one last bargain signing can make all of the difference.
Guessing landing spots and salaries is an inexact science. It only takes one team to blow things totally out of the water, but The Sporting News' Stephen Noh is staring into his crystal ball anyway.
The 2023 free agent class isn't great overall, but power forward is the strongest position out there.
The 2023 NBA Finals showed us that every team needs cheap shooting. Who are the best targets in this free agency class?
Wings seem to always be in short supply in the NBA, and that is true again this summer.
Running down the list of Mavericks free agents and who are the most important to keep.
Damian Lillard has been rumored again to the Miami Heat. What is behind the latest rumors, and what the Heat can offer for the star?
Shooting guard is the deepest position of the 2023 free agency class.
John Collins was traded to the Jazz in exchange for Rudy Gay and a draft pick. Grading the deal for the Hawks and Jazz.
Many teams don't have the cash available this summer to get a star in free agency. But these 10 players are good rotation pieces off the bench that can help any team and fit into most salary caps.
The 2023 free agent class features some great point guards at the top, but it doesn't have the depth of other years.
NBA free agency is right around the corner, set to kick off on Friday, June 30. Here are the top 50 free agents for the summer of 2023.
Looking at the fit of Kristaps Porzingis with the Celtics and what grade they should receive for the trade.
Who are the best second round sleepers in the 2023 draft? The statistical indicators that show four potential breakout prospects.
How Bradley Beal will fit on the Suns, and what they can do to build out the rest of their roster.
The Heat have been rumored as a destination for Bradley Beal and Damian Lillard. Here's how likely those scenarios are, and what a deal might look like.
The Nuggets have a great young core in Denver. How many of those guys can they keep around, who are they at risk of losing in free agency, and what avenues do they have to get even better?
Tyler Herro has played in just one playoff game for the Heat. He is expected to return from two broken fingers soon. What will that mean for the team and the reemergence of Duncan Robinson?
Vucevic and the Bulls are reportedly engaged in talks on an extension, but should Chicago keep the 32-year-old center?
The Sporting News' Steph Noh provides his X-factors, storylines and prediction for Game 3 of the 2023 NBA Finals.
Through the first two games of the 2023 NBA Finals, the Nuggets and Heat have been far from perfect, but both teams can feel good about certain aspects of their game plans.
A report by The Athletic's Shams Charania indicated that Kyrie Irving was inquiring about bringing LeBron James to the Mavericks. Here's why that is almost certainly not happening.
The 2018 NBA Draft was one for the ages. It was also one that would be completely different if redone in 2023. Here's how it would look with the added benefit of hindsight.
Two of our writers put on their GM hats and redrafted the 2016 NBA Draft lottery.
Here's why the Pistons have reportedly offered Williams the bag and why he's agreed to it.
The 10 best players, ranked, who will be playing in the 2023 NBA Finals between the Heat and Nuggets.
The Nuggets and Heat are set to meet in the 2023 NBA Finals in what should be an interesting matchup.
The saying "make-or-miss league" has been around for a while, but it has become even more relevant in this year's playoffs.
Reaves will have a ton of interest as a 25-year-old free agent, but it's important to remember that his rights are restricted.
Rui Hachimura is set to become a free agent in the summer of 2023. What is the likelihood that the Lakers bring him back?
The 2003 draft was one of the most hyped classes ever. Twenty years later, it lived up to expectations at the top but fell off dramatically from there. Where would the players from that year go in a redraft today?
Jimmy Butler was the steal of the 2011 NBA Draft, going No. 30. Where would he and others go in a redraft today?
The Heat outscored the Celtics 46-25 in a decisive third quarter, erasing a nine-point halftime lead and fueling their path to victory. How exactly did they dominate that quarter so handily?
The Lakers lost Game 1 against the Nuggets, but they made a late run and had some good success by putting Rui Hachimura on Nikola Jokic.
The 2023 NBA draft lottery took place on Tuesday night, and the order of the draft is now set. Here are the biggest winners and losers of the night.
The Heat's zone is a good change-of-pace look for them and allows them to hide weaker defenders. How effective can it be against the Celtics?
Davis and Jokic will likely guard each other for much of the series, and that matchup will have massive ramifications on which team advances to the NBA Finals.
The Celtics will host the 76ers in a win-or-go-home Game 7 on Sunday. What you need to know going into the game including a prediction.
Jamal Murray is listed at only 6-4 and 215 pounds, but the Nuggets guard knows how to operate in the post.
The Warriors fell to a 3-1 series deficit in their Game 4 loss. With the odds stacked against them, here is what they will need to do in order to try and pull off the upset.
There still exists a dearth of Asian players in the NBA, but their numbers are slowly growing.
Nikola Jokic was not suspended after pushing Suns owner Mat Ishbia during Game 4. What was the punishment, and was it justified?
After dropping Game 1, the Warriors blew the doors off the Lakers in Game 2. What were the major adjustments that caused a reversal of fortunes?
James Harden followed up a 45-point performance in Game 1 with a 12-point dud in Game 2. The Celtics tweaked one part of their defensive coverage that contributed to that bad night.
The Lakers were able to keep Curry in check and take Game 1 by a score of 117-112 thanks to a solid game plan.
Jordan Poole's shot selection was the big talking point coming out of the Warriors' 117-112 loss to the Lakers in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Here is what those who know Joe Mazzulla best had to say about the unique man leading the Celtics.
After a brilliant 2022-23 season, Joel Embiid has topped all other candidates and earned The Sporting News' Most Valuable Player award.
While there is plenty of hand-wringing going on, there are a few reasons why Durant's minutes might not be a huge issue.
Everyone knows that Devin Booker can score the ball, but he's also been one of the best defenders in the first round of the playoffs. A look at Booker's impact on defense against the Clippers.
The Warriors were 33-8 at home during the regular season. On the road, they were 11-30, the fourth-worst mark in the NBA.
Draymond Green is out for Game 3 of the Warriors' first round series against the Kings. How valuable has he been to them, and what will they do to fill his absence?
For the Lakers to play at their best, Anthony Davis has to continue to be the most impactful player on the team.
Intense film study has given Chris Paul an encyclopedic knowledge of other teams' plays and the sign language that comes with them.
Players can never rest when they're guarding Steph Curry. Players explain the exhaustion that he causes because of his playstyle and conditioning.
The level of vitriol that Brooks gets is every WWE heel's dream.
When the Lakers' coaching staff creates a game plan for how to beat the Grizzlies in the first round of the 2023 NBA Playoffs, designing a strategy to guard Ja Morant will be at the top of the to-do list.
There is more competition than ever for the three All-NBA teams. Which stars should get the nod? Which players will be snubbed?
The Mavericks entered the season with lofty aspirations after reaching the Western Conference Finals in 2022. For them to completely miss the playoffs is an obvious sign that they need to make big changes to their roster.
Jaden McDaniels has been one of the best wing defenders in the NBA. In his own words, he explains his techniques for shutting opponents down.
The signs of anime's growing popularity within the NBA have been everywhere in recent years.
Michael Zhang is leading the 100,000 Short Deck Ante-Only Main Event after Day 1 at the Triton Poker High Roller Series in Vietnam.
The 50,000 Short Deck Ante-Only event has a winner, with Michael Watson defeating the field of 44 entrants.
Poker pro Mark "Weazel_1991" Rubbathan came to the Triton Super High Roller Series in Hoi An, Vietnam, on a freeroll and with low expectations. TSN goes inside his improbable winning run.
Michael Zhang is leading the 50,000 Short Deck Ante-Only Event after Day 1 at the Triton Poker High Roller Series in Vietnam.
The 25,000 Short Deck Ante-Only event has a winner, with Danny Tang defeating a field of 57.
Kiat Lee is leading the 25,000 Short Deck Ante-Only Event after Day 1 at the Triton Poker High Roller Series in Vietnam.
Vietnam has a Triton winner after Talal Shakerchi took down the 100,000 No Limit Hold'Em Main Event at the Super High Roller Series in Hoi An.
The final table of Triton's 100,000 No Limit Hold'Em Main Event in Vietnam is set, with a first prize of 3,250,000 to be claimed on Friday.
Jason Koon won his record fifth Triton title, taking down the 50,000 Turbo No Limit Hold'em event at the Super High Roller Series in Hoi An.
Short deck poker has become one of the most quickly-spreading variants around the world. Swedish high stakes pro Linus Loeliger gives some beginner's tips on how to manuever in the game.
There’s a saying in poker that players don’t get into the profession because it’s easy. Rather, they do it because they thought it would be easy. Meet Jeff "Boski" Sluzinski, the YouTube vlogger and Twitch streamer who gives insight into the life of a poker pro.
Daniel Smiljkovic is leading the 100,000 No Limit Hold'Em Main Event after Day 1 at the Triton Poker High Roller Series in Vietnam.
Vietnam has a Triton winner after Orpen Kisacikoglu scooped the 75,000 No Limit Hold'Em Eight-Handed event at the Super High Roller Series in Hoi An.
Vietnam has a Triton winner after Andrew Leathem took down the 25,000 Turbo No Limit Hold'em event at the Super High Roller Series in Hoi An.
Who is going to be taking home hardware during awards season? And how will the playoff picture look by season's end?
After agreeing to a buyout with the Jazz, Russell Westbrook is expected to join up with Paul George and Kawhi Leonard. How will the Clippers look with that new big three?
In order to be named an All-Star starter, it's not good enough to be great. Rather, you have to be the best in the world at something.
NBA All-Star weekend is here! Here are our expert picks and best bets to win the Kia Skills challenge, Starry 3-point contest, AT&T Slam Dunk contest, All-Star MVP and more.
Here's what fans oftentimes don't quite process — while trade deadline day is one of the best days of the year for them, it's one of the worst for the people actually involved.
The 2023 NBA trade deadline was one of the wildest in years. With multiple stars moving around, which teams were the biggest winners and losers?
Kevin Durant's trade to the Phoenix Suns shook the landscape of the NBA. How will he and the rest of the pieces fit on their new teams?
What grades did the Lakers, Timberwolves and Jazz earn? Let's break down the three-team trade from every angle.
LeBron James has an opinion on the five players that he believes are most likely to challenge his scoring record. What is the likelihood for each player on his list?
There's been plenty of discussion on the immediate impact of Irving joining Luka Doncic and the Mavericks. Here are some answers to the long-term questions arising from the trade.
Here are some of the scouting reports on LeBron James — from the players who have guarded him the best, the all-time greats who have studied him and the guys who are still battling against him today.
Caruso is a playoff-tested former champion whose defense could help any contender, and that's exactly why he has begun to garner interest throughout the league.
Kyrie Irving's social media posts often include references to the word "Hélà." Where did the word come from? And what does it mean?
With great trade machines come great responsibility. Here are a few tips to make your fake trades at least slightly more realistic.
With the starters already announced, how should the rest of the All-Star rosters be filled out?
It's been a year of stacked performances in the NBA, but only two guards and three frontcourt players from each conference get the honor of starting in the All-Star Game.
Feb. 10 marks the one-year anniversary of the deal that saw James Harden and Ben Simmons swap teams. How does that trade look today?
Rui Hachimura's presence on the Lakers should help address a number of the team's weaknesses, and also unlock much of his game that was being underutilized in Washington
"It's a harder journey to make it to the NBA as a referee than as a player," Parker told The Sporting News.
Steve Kerr is one of the best in the league at taking things he sees and installing them into the Warriors' playbook.
"Kobe had that sneer, that ferocious facial expression. Donovan has a different personality. He has a little bit of a joyful approach to the game, where Kobe was so immersed in every single play." — Chuck Swirsky
Rui Hachimura has shown flashes of this type of production before, but he looks like he may have finally put everything together.
For all of the hype surrounding Victor Wembanyama, who will likely be the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, Bol Bol is doing some similar things. At least, that's what his teammates think.
The NBA plans to incorporate a rule change for the 2022-23 season, eliminating the take foul.
Zach LaVine and the Bulls have reportedly not been seeing eye-to-eye. What does his trade value look like? And where could he land?
The chatter around the Lakers' picks seems to suggest that they will surely be good-to-great, but is that a fair assessment of their value?
It's admittedly tough to call Gilgeous-Alexander the most clutch player in the league when the Thunder are only 11-16 this season, but they'd be the worst team in the league without his heroics.
Luke Kornet, the backup center for the Celtics, has become a viral sensation for his trademark defensive maneuver.
Anthony Davis is averaging career highs in scoring and efficiency, leading the NBA in rebounding and playing all-league defense. After a relatively slow start, this is how the Lakers finally unlocked the best version of AD.
