After declining his player option with the Denver Nuggets, Russell Westbrook endured a long, uncertain summer searching for a new home. For weeks, it appeared his NBA career might be limping toward an unceremonious end. No team seemed willing to take a chance on the former MVP, and his gamble of opting out looked like a costly miscalculation. Then, just weeks before the regular … [Read more...] about How Westbrook’s Kings Deal Benefits the Nuggets
Ups and Downs from the Warriors Preseason
The Warriors displayed ups and downs during the preseason. Impressive performances, but flaws still remain. How will the 2025 season unfold? The Warriors wrapped up their preseason with a 3-2 record, as Dub Nation got glimpses of hope and worry heading into another difficult season in the West. Stephen Curry did his part as he always does, while Jonathan Kuminga showed elements … [Read more...] about Ups and Downs from the Warriors Preseason
Jonathan Kuminga Passes Test In Lakers-Warriors Season Opener
For NBA fans, the summer was dominated by discussions about Jonathan Kuminga and the Golden State Warriors. On one side of the aisle were those that believed Kuminga was a poor fit with the Warriors. On the other side were those that thought he was a subpar player, behind the curve developmentally. Very few people looked at the situation with the type of nuance that it … [Read more...] about Jonathan Kuminga Passes Test In Lakers-Warriors Season Opener
Lakers Can’t Support Luka Dončić in Opening Night Loss
The Los Angeles Lakers fell to the Golden State Warriors on opening night, in what was quite an underwhelming loss. Lakers Can’t Support Luka Dončić In Opening Night Loss Luka Dončić was one of the only brights spot for the Lakers, leading the team in both points and rebounds. In 41 minutes, he finished with 43 points, nine assists and 12 rebounds. Austin Reaves came on in the … [Read more...] about Lakers Can’t Support Luka Dončić in Opening Night Loss
Lakers Are Leaving LeBron James Mentee Out In The Cold
When Rui Hachimura was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in 2022, he was viewed as a promising two-way forward who needed refinement. In his time with the Washington Wizards, the team that drafted him ninth overall in 2019, he was a 3-level scorer but at his best on his way to the rim. As an athletic 6-foot-8 forward who was a strong finisher, it made plenty of sense to play him … [Read more...] about Lakers Are Leaving LeBron James Mentee Out In The Cold