NBA Daily: Gordon Hayward’s Short-Lived But Crucial Return

Gordon Hayward has dealt with adversity. Now, despite a recent injury setback, he would seem to be himself again on the basketball court. Chad Smith examines what that could mean to the Boston Celtics going forward.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Devonte’ Graham — Breakout or Mirage?

Devonte’ Graham has been one of the 2019-20 regular season’s most pleasant surprises. But is his current level of play something close to the new normal, or an early-season flash in the pan? Jack Winter examines.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
Conclusions From the Suns’ Hot Start

Following their best start in years, Phoneix has shown that they are no longer the NBA’s stomping grounds. Matt John examines what has gone into building the team and, arguably, made them the league’s most pleasant surprise.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Most Improved Watch — 11/9/2019

The season is still young, but a number of players have already shown that they are significantly improved from a year ago. Quinn Davis analyzes five players that have stood out among the rest in the early race for Most Improved.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Ignas Brazdeikis Still Waiting For An Opportunity

Despite being squarely in the middle of a rebuild, the New York Knicks haven’t given Ignas Brazdeikis a real look through their first eight games. Drew Maresca examines why Brazdeikis isn’t receiving playing time and how he’s dealing with his new surroundings.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Sixth Man of the Year Watch — 11/8/19

A few unexpected names have surged into contention for the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year award, no matter how early in the season it is. Douglas Farmer takes a look at five.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: A Slow Start In Chicago, Part II

Drew Mays takes a look at the Bulls’ early-season defensive struggles by breaking down situations against the Lakers and Hawks from the past week.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
Are The Bucks The New Magic?

There are certain qualities to this current Milwaukee Bucks team that remind Matt John of the Orlando Magic team that once was among the best of the best.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Delon Wright — Excellence In Efficiency

Spencer Davies speaks with Delon Wright about the Dallas Mavericks’ start to the year and how his game has fit in with his new team.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021