By revealing his intentions now, Butler is giving Tom Thibodeau a chance to recover from his own mistake. A year ago, Tom Thibodeau and the Minnesota Timberwolves… Read more “Jimmy Butler is doing the Timberwolves a favor”
Matt Breida has been just what the 49ers’ running game needs
Injuries forced Breida into the spotlight — and he’s stepped up so far. When 2018 free agent prize Jerick McKinnon went down in the preseason with a… Read more “Matt Breida has been just what the 49ers’ running game needs”
Jimmy Butler trade request complicates future for Tom Thibodeau, Timberwolves
Timberwolves star Jimmy Butler wants out of Minnesota, but head coach Tom Thibodeau isn’t interested in trading for rebuilding-type pieces, sources tell SN.
Jimmy Butler trade request sparks war between teammate, ESPN analyst
All-Star guard Jimmy Butler’s request out of Minnesota dragged the Timberwolves’ dirty laundry out into the public. Andrew Wiggins and retired pro Stephen Jackson got into an odd spat… Read more “Jimmy Butler trade request sparks war between teammate, ESPN analyst”
NBArank: Predicting the best players this season, from 20-11
Our annual forecast of the best ballers in the NBA reaches the top 20 players in the league.
Doc Rivers discusses the state of the Clippers
Here’s the Daily Breeze reporting what Clippers coach Doc Rivers had to say about his squad as the 2018-19 season approaches: Instead of teeing it up on… Read more “Doc Rivers discusses the state of the Clippers”
Brad Stevens excited about fully healthy roster for Boston Celtics training camp
Five days from now, the Boston Celtics will hold their first official training camp practice as they (and every other NBA team) begins preparation for the 2018-19… Read more “Brad Stevens excited about fully healthy roster for Boston Celtics training camp”
NBA Metrics 101: Ranking Every Starting Backcourt for 2018-19 Season
What good is a dominant point guard without a capable counterpart at shooting guard in the same backcourt? On the flip side, how much of the heavy… Read more “NBA Metrics 101: Ranking Every Starting Backcourt for 2018-19 Season”
Why Newest Jimmy Butler Trade Rumor Could Be Good News For Celtics
We may have another plot twist in the soap opera that is the NBA offseason. Jimmy Butler reportedly has requested a trade from the Minnesota Timberwolves, and… Read more “Why Newest Jimmy Butler Trade Rumor Could Be Good News For Celtics”
The Best Frontcourt Duos in the Eastern Conference, Ranked
In a positionless NBA, there is greater diversity in the power forward and center positions than ever before. The 15 teams in the East are a good… Read more “The Best Frontcourt Duos in the Eastern Conference, Ranked”