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  1. 2013 NBA Mock Draft: Full 2-Round March Madness Edition

    With March Madness upon us, it's time we rolled out our first two-round 2013 NBA mock draft. Though there isn't much star power at the top, this is a deep field filled with potential long-term role players...

    Jonathan Wasserman Written by Jonathan Wasserman about 2 months ago 106,282 reads 308 comments

  2. NBA Power Rankings: Latest Standings for Every NBA Team

    A deeper understanding of any relationship takes time. As the NBA ’s 2012-13 regular season moves into its final month, the true identities of teams are just now being revealed...

    Jimmy Spencer Written by Jimmy Spencer about 2 months ago 98,287 reads 138 comments

  3. 2013 NBA Draft Big Board: Pre-March Madness Edition

    With March Madness upon us, it's time to unleash our updated 2013 NBA draft big board. The big board is our ranking of the top prospects in America, and not necessarily a reflection ...

    Jonathan Wasserman Written by Jonathan Wasserman about 2 months ago 18,373 reads 34 comments

  4. Breakdown and NBA Draft Outlook for San Diego State's Jamaal Franklin

    Jamaal Franklin may not be a household name as a college player, but that should change when he gets to the next level. The San Diego State wing is one of the most intriguing prospects in the field...

    Jonathan Wasserman Written by Jonathan Wasserman about 2 months ago 5,050 reads 10 comments

  5. NBA Rookie Stock Watch: Late-Season Rankings and Surprises

    Come on. You couldn't have expected Anthony Davis and Damian Lillard to be this good this fast, could you? These guys have developed into stars at a rapid pace, and despite going No...

    Jonathan Wasserman Written by Jonathan Wasserman about 2 months ago 16,360 reads 27 comments

  6. Winners and Losers from This Week in the NBA

    Here's what we know about the NBA with just a month left in the 2012-13 regular season: Aside from the Miami Heat and San Antonio Spurs having clinched playoff berths, we don't really know much...

    Josh Martin Written by Josh Martin about 2 months ago 17,513 reads 37 comments

  7. NBA Teams in Big Trouble Come Playoff Time

    Making the NBA playoffs is great and all, but actually doing something once there is the goal for everyone who isn't an also-ran franchise. As the postseason field coalesces, the final weeks give us a good idea of what to expect...

    Joel C. Cordes Written by Joel C. Cordes about 2 months ago 8,414 reads 8 comments

  8. What NBA Front Offices Will Take from This Season's March Madness

    March Madness is an opportunity for every scout and NBA office to evaluate their prospects on the brightest possible stage. The microscope intensifies, and every move is documented...

    Jonathan Wasserman Written by Jonathan Wasserman about 2 months ago 12,467 reads 14 comments

  9. Updated Report Card Grades for Every NBA Team Entering Season's Crucial Juncture

    We're almost exactly a month away from the conclusion of the 2012-13 NBA regular season. That comes as bittersweet news for us hoop-heads who'd otherwise struggle to extricate ourselves from League Pass...

    Josh Martin Written by Josh Martin about 2 months ago 157,391 reads 38 comments

  10. Winners and Losers from the 2012-13 NBA Draft

    We're now far enough into the regular season where we can determine the winners and losers from the 2012 NBA draft. They consist of teams who hit or missed and players who've excelled or struggled...

    Jonathan Wasserman Written by Jonathan Wasserman about 2 months ago 26,973 reads 62 comments

  11. Kobe Bryant's Injury Opens Door for Dwight Howard to Prove He's LA Lakers Future

    There's no time like the present for Dwight Howard to show everyone that he is indeed the future of the Los Angeles Lakers . Kobe Bryant is out indefinitely with what's been deemed a severely sprained left ankle ...

    Josh Martin Written by Josh Martin about 2 months ago 20,808 reads 57 comments

  12. Picking a Favorite for Every Major NBA Award with Regular Season Winding Down

    It's starting to feel like those final days before summer break—at least for some NBA guys. But for the guys on this list, players worthy of NBA award recognition, the postseason is approaching...

    Jimmy Spencer Written by Jimmy Spencer about 2 months ago 82,987 reads 271 comments

  13. Stock Up, Stock Down for Top 20 NBA Prospects

    As conference tournament play gets underway, the microscope intensifies. This is a major week for college basketball prospects to improve their draft stock...

    Jonathan Wasserman Written by Jonathan Wasserman about 2 months ago 84,767 reads 41 comments

  14. Is the NBA's Officiating the Worst We've Ever Seen?

    The line hasn ’t changed. The refs screwed us. And while that mantra will always stand, there isn 't much credence to the idea that officials are screwing up any worse than ever...

    Jimmy Spencer Written by Jimmy Spencer about 2 months ago 18,466 reads 249 comments

  15. NBA Teams Hit Hardest by Injuries During 2012-13 Season

    Injuries are a part of every NBA season. But man, doesn't it seem like they've really screwed over a bunch of teams this year? Whether it's stifling a potential playoff run or ...

    Joel C. Cordes Written by Joel C. Cordes about 2 months ago 7,516 reads 43 comments

  16. Will Aquille Carr Taking Brandon Jennings' Path to NBA Help or Hurt Draft Stock?

    Just weeks ago, high school senior Aquille Carr appeared to be heading to Seton Hall to play for coach Kevin Willard and the Pirates. And then he tweeted ...

    Jonathan Wasserman Written by Jonathan Wasserman about 2 months ago 18,360 reads 28 comments

  17. An Inside Look at the Mental Side of an NBA Star Returning from Serious Injury

    When an NBA player returns from a serious injury, the mental "hurdle" can often be difficult to clear. We've seen that firsthand with Derrick Rose , who remains on the sidelines after tearing his ACL in the 2012 postseason...

    Art Rondeau Written by Art Rondeau about 2 months ago 12,143 reads 121 comments

  18. How Patient Will Title-Hungry NY Knicks Fans Be with Carmelo Anthony?

    "Patient" isn't exactly a quality that goes hand in hand with New Yorkers. We don't like waiting rooms, long stories, subway delays—and we certainly don't have the stomachs to sit through another era of Knicks garbage...

    Jonathan Wasserman Written by Jonathan Wasserman about 2 months ago 5,481 reads 119 comments

  19. 12 NBA Teams with Toughest Looming Offseason Decisions to Make in 2013

    Uncertainty is wringing its hands in the distance, awaiting plenty of NBA franchises this offseason. He's a reckless friend, ready to propel or destroy teams in ways that could last years...

    Jimmy Spencer Written by Jimmy Spencer about 2 months ago 6,969 reads 18 comments

  20. Will Kobe Bryant's Ankle Sprain Impact LA Lakers' Playoff Chances?

    The Los Angeles Lakers fairy tale now rests on the vulnerable left ankle of superstar Kobe Bryant . Can we expect anything less from this Los Angeles Lakers season? The Lakers' ...

    Jimmy Spencer Written by Jimmy Spencer about 2 months ago 33,227 reads 245 comments

  21. Ranking the Top 2013 NBA Draft Prospects at Every Major Conference Tournament

    With six major conferences, we get six elite NBA prospects. Each conference tournament will showcase a ton of NBA talent, but it's fun to pick the guy who will do the best job of representing...

    Jonathan Wasserman Written by Jonathan Wasserman about 2 months ago 9,033 reads 9 comments

  22. Is Carmelo Anthony's Leadership a Problem for New York Knicks?

    Carmelo Anthony gets a bum rap. Not that there isn't plenty about him that might invite the ire of the NBA -watching public. He jumps into fights during games. He instigates fights for others during games...

    Josh Martin Written by Josh Martin about 2 months ago 6,427 reads 50 comments

  23. 2013 NBA Mock Draft: Breaking Down All 30 First-Round Selections

    While there hasn't been much action among the top prospects in the country, there's been a development in the NBA that affects the middle of the 2013 draft's first round. With the Los Angeles Lakers currently occupying the No...

    Jonathan Wasserman Written by Jonathan Wasserman about 2 months ago 196,168 reads 151 comments

  24. LeBron James' Championship Pedigree All About the Details

    You don't have to be the keynote speaker at the Sloan Sports Analytics Conference to understand that LeBron James is far and away the best player in the NBA right now. His basic box score stats (26...

    Josh Martin Written by Josh Martin about 2 months ago 13,396 reads 77 comments

  25. 8 Takeaways from Tuesday Night's Shocking NBA Action

    Despite a dearth of key matchups with crucial playoff implications, the smorgasbord of games the NBA offered on Tuesday was replete with noteworthy (if not downright eye-popping) results...

    Josh Martin Written by Josh Martin about 2 months ago 32,014 reads 106 comments