Sabonis, Turner Providing More Answers Than Questions

Domantas Sabonis wanted to start and the Indiana Pacers obliged. Despite its old-school style, early returns on the Pacers’ frontcourt are good – at least after one preseason game. Jack Winter writes.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Each MVP Candidate’s Kryptonite

Each year there are many worthy candidates vying for the MVP award, but no player is perfect. A quick examination of each superstar reveals what may ultimately doom their dreams of hoisting the award at season’s end. Chad Smith dives in.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: The Race For The Eighth Seed In The West

After a summer of retooling, the Western Conference will once again be deep with playoff contenders. Quinn Davis takes a look at a few that could be right on the cusp of finishing in the top eight.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Appreciating The Reigning Champs

With the new season set to begin, it’s time to give some attention to the story that seems to have fallen through the cracks this summer – the story of the 2018-2019 Toronto Raptors. Matt John dives in.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
How Will The Clippers Fare Without Paul George?

Jordan Hicks takes a look at the possible trouble the Clippers could face without Paul George on the court to start the season.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Clear-Minded Covington Ready To Make An Impact

Robert Covington never expected a bone bruise to sideline him for the Timberwolves’ final 45 games last season, but its effects actually went much deeper than just keeping him out of action. Douglas Farmer writes.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
High Expectations Have Chicago Aiming For The Postseason

With a healthy roster in tow for the first full training camp under Jim Boylen, the Chicago Bulls aren’t waiting in line — they’re thinking playoffs, Drew Mays writes.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Nuggets Need Jerami Grant To Fit From Deep

The Denver Nuggets paid a price to acquire Jerami Grant. Now they have just one season to learn if he is the proper long-distance and long-term match with Nikola Jokic.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: The Terry Rozier Show Is Finally Here

After sacrificing for years behind two All-Star point guards, Terry Rozier is finally an undisputed starter for Charlotte — buckle up, the breakout season is here.

Jeff Hawkins  •  15 Oct 2021