The Los Angeles Lakers led by as many as 15 in the first half against a Brooklyn Nets team that appeared to be tanking toward the Cooper Flagg sweepstakes. What followed was a colossal collapse by the purple and gold, as the Nets rallied throughout the second quarter and entire second half to complete their third largest comeback of the season, 111-108. Head coach JJ Redick was … [Read more...] about JJ Redick Rips Lakers “Shortcuts” Following Loss to Nets
The Milwaukee Bucks Defensive Makeover By The Numbers
The Milwaukee Bucks are turning their defense, once considered their Achilles’ heel, into a formidable strength at just the right time. Milwaukee struggled significantly on the defensive end early in the season, especially against teams boasting younger, more athletic rosters. However, following strategic moves made by general manager Jon Horst at the NBA trade deadline, the … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Bucks Defensive Makeover By The Numbers
Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo Reflects On 20K Milestone
As the Milwaukee Bucks added insult to injury, defeating the downtrodden Dallas Mavericks in a 30-point blowout, Giannis Antetokounmpo was putting forth another spectacular performance. In just 25 minutes, the two-time NBA MVP amassed 32 points, 15 rebounds, and four assists. Even more impressively, he ended his night having reached a major milestone: 20,000 career … [Read more...] about Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo Reflects On 20K Milestone
One Month Later – Three Underrated Trades Paying Dividends
A month after the trade deadline, we can review some trades and see how teams got better, or if they got worse. Luka Doncic and Jimmy Butler were the two biggest names traded at the deadline. No surprise, the Lakers and the Warriors are two of the most improved teams. Thanks to the big moves, both the Lakers and the Warriors look like championship-contending teams right now. … [Read more...] about One Month Later – Three Underrated Trades Paying Dividends
Bucks Guard Earns Well-Deserved Promotion
The Milwaukee Bucks have officially converted Ryan Rollins’ two-way contract into a standard NBA deal for the remainder of the season, as reported by Shams Charania. This move solidifies Rollins’ place in the Bucks’ backcourt as they prepare for the stretch run of the regular season and the playoffs. The Milwaukee Bucks are converting two-way guard Ryan Rollins to a standard … [Read more...] about Bucks Guard Earns Well-Deserved Promotion