The Sporting News' Stephen Noh presents his picks for the major NBA awards and predicts how the 2022-23 season will play out.
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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.
Here's how Yuta Watanabe looked in preseason for the Suns, and what we can learn about how he will be used.
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.
An expert opinion on how fans, media, and sports leagues can better react to and provide support for domestic violence incidents.
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.
Basketball-Reference has thousands of nicknames in its database. How do those nicknames land on player pages?
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 landscape of the NBA was shifted with the series of trades involving Damian Lillard and Jrue Holiday. Here are the teams that gained and lost the most ground after the moves.
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
Here are all of the over/under win totals for the 2023-24 NBA season and the best bets on the board.
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.
The best bets for Sunday's Team USA vs. Lithuania game at the FIBA Basketball World Cup.
Paolo Banchero's FIBA Basketball World Cup performance has shown the future of his game, as a destructive and hyper-skilled small ball five.
Jordi Fernandez is showing in leading Team Canada in the FIBA World Cup that he is ready for an NBA head coaching job.
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson is drawing comparisons to the late Kobe Bryant during the 2023 FIBA World Cup tournament.
Magic Johnson had a special relationship with Dr. Jerry Buss, transcending that of player and owner. Here's more on the mentorship that Buss provided and the deep bond between the two.
Watanabe was clearly given the green light to carry Japan's offense from the opening tip.
The Sporting News interviews NYU adjunct law professor and intellectual property lawyer Michael Kasdan to get legal expertise on the Knicks lawsuit against the Raptors.
Former and current team employees in the NBA weigh in on how commonplace the alleged behavior of Ikechukwu Azotam is within league circles.
Larry Bird's story of overcoming his father's suicide, poverty, and dropping out of college twice on his path toward basketball stardom is one made for a movie script.
James Harden's threat to never play for the 76ers may not do much to ultimately change his situation
Becky Hammon will be inducted into the Naismith Hall of Fame as part of its 2023 class. The 16-year WNBA veteran has earned it based on her career accolades.
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.
The Sporting News' GOAT Mountain project has selected Dave Stieb, Kyle Lowry, Mats Sundin, and Darryl Sittler as the greatest athletes in Toronto sports history.
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?
There are some extremely talented backcourts playing in the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. Here are the top four.
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.
The Raptors face a tight financial outlook if they keep Pascal Siakam on the books. Here's what their future cap situation looks like.
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.
Vasilije Micic is close to coming over to the NBA. How good could he be, and where could he end up?
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.
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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.
LeBron James has said that he wants to play with his son Bronny, who will likely be drafted somewhere in the 2024 lottery. Here are the teams with the best chance at having a pick in that range.
Here are the biggest winners and losers from an eventful 2023 NBA draft.
Here's why Cam Whitmore fell so far in the 2023 NBA draft
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.
Draymond Green has opted out of his player option, making him an unrestricted free agent. What's next for him, and where he could land.
Chris Paul is being included in the Suns' trade for Bradley Beal, but his stay in Washington will likely be short. Here's where he could end up next.
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?
The Raptors have a big decision to make on Fred VanVleet, who is set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer after declining his player option.
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?
Users who attempt to go to the NBA's Reddit page during June 12-14 have been greeted with a message indicating that the community is closed indefinitely. What's behind that message, and when will the popular subreddit be back?
Jamal Murray's father has used some unorthodox and extreme methods to train his son. Here's what they are.
On Thursday's episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith claimed that Nikola Jokic was not a dominant post player. JJ Redick quickly came in with the receipts, shutting down Stephen A's argument completely.
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.
Nebraska's Keisei Tominaga announced that he is pulling his name out of the draft to return to Nebraska for his senior season. What does he need to do in his final season in order to get drafted?
Here's what the Heat need to clean up from their Game 1 loss heading into Game 2.
Two of our writers put on their GM hats and redrafted the 2016 NBA Draft lottery.
If you look at Nikola Jokic's arms, chances are that there will either be a fresh scratch or the remnants of an old one that is still healing. Explaining Jokic's history of getting scratched up by NBA players.
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.
Here's everything you need to know about the 2023 NBA Finals.
After being underdogs in every playoff series, the Heat find themselves only four wins away from an NBA championship.
The saying "make-or-miss league" has been around for a while, but it has become even more relevant in this year's playoffs.
Charles Barkley has missed the mark on a ton of his postseason guarantees.
After being eliminated from the playoffs, LeBron James hinted at the possibility of retiring early. What would that mean for the Lakers this summer, and what would their options be in replacing him?
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?
Jamal Murray scored 23 points in the fourth quarter of the Nuggets' Game 2 win against the Lakers in the Western Conference Finals. That clutch playoff scoring is nothing new for Murray. Explaining his history of big late-game performances.
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?
Twins Amen and Ausar Thompson are projected to go early lottery in the 2023 NBA Draft. What are the biggest differences between the two?
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 Nuggets are set to take on the Lakers in the Western Conference Finals. Here's what you need to know about the matchup and a prediction on who will win.
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.
The Warriors won Game 5 handily setting up a pivotal Game 6 in LA.
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.
Jock Landale has been a pivotal player off the bench in Games 3 and 4 for the Suns in their series against the Nuggets. A look at why he's been so integral in their wins.
Nikola Jokic was not suspended after pushing Suns owner Mat Ishbia during Game 4. What was the punishment, and was it justified?
Derrick Rose has been a healthy scratch for most of the Knicks' season. Why is he out of the rotation?
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.
Mike Budenholzer's No. 1-seeded Bucks team was upset in the first round of the playoffs. While Budenholzer did win the championship in 2021, the early elimination adds to a long string of underperformances.
Nick Nurse's ten years with the Raptors is coming to an end. Here are five candidates that could replace him.
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.
With Nick Nurse's dismissal from the Raptors, he's now being tied to the Rockets. What is the connection between Nurse and the franchise?
Hachimura's big scoring numbers against the Grizzlies aren't a fluke.
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.
Rui Hachimura has quietly turned into a solid bench acquisition for the Lakers. Could he potentially swing a playoff series?
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.
Shaq and Bad Luck Brian are set to show The General’s simple belief: When times are tough and it feels like things aren't going your way, getting a break on your car insurance can make all the difference.
After winning the national championship on Sunday, Angel Reese came under fire for her trash talk towards Iowa's Caitlin Clark. Here was Shaq's response in defense of Reese.
What is the secret to Cooper's success? Rather than focusing on MVP narratives, off-court drama or can't-miss parlays, she actually writes on what happens during the games.
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.
The Lakers have been getting an extraordinarily good whistle this season relative to their opponents, and the rest of the league is starting to take notice.
Some of the best poker players in the world share the advice that they would have given their younger selves
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.
Yuta Watanabe has fallen out of the Nets' rotation since the Feb. 9 trade deadline. Coach Jacque Vaughn and Watanabe both commented on the situation and what is in store for Watanabe the rest of the year.
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.
The NBA's most accurate 3-point shooter isn't in the 3-point contest. Breaking down why Yuta Watanabe, shooting a league-leading 48.1 percent from 3, is easily the biggest snub in this year's marquee All-Star event.
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 was the biggest name involved in Sunday's blockbuster trade between the Nets and the Mavericks. But how will the effects of the trade ripple through the roster to role players like Yuta Watanabe?
Hachimura has started the last three games for the Lakers, averaging 14.0 points and 7.3 rebounds during that stretch. Here's how he has found a rhythm in Los Angeles so quickly.
