Best NBA Blog Posts of Jan 19–25, 2026

Bulls Eyeing Possible Trade for Pelicans Center Yves Missi (REPORT)

The Bulls’ Nikola Vucevic Experience might finally, mercifully be nearing its end. The former two-time All-Star’s $21.5 million salary comes off Chicago’s books this summer. So it’s encouraging to hear that Chicago is potentially in the market to add more center help this year. Grant Afseth of Dallas Hoops Journal reports that the Bulls and Indiana Pacers are both considering trades for second-year New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi. Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints has also recently sugg...

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Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession · Jan 17 · 8 reads that week

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Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession · Jan 15 · 8 reads that week

Charlotte Hornets vs Cleveland Cavaliers Preview: Game 26

What: Charlotte Hornets (7-18) at Cleveland Cavaliers (15-11) When: 3:30pm Eastern Where: Rocket Arena; Cleveland, OH How to watch: FanDuel Sports Network, NBA League Pass Game Lines: Hornets +10.5, Hornets money line +390, O/U 234.5 Last year, this wouldn’t have been a fair fight. It probably isn’t one this year either, but the teams are […] The post Charlotte Hornets vs Cleveland Cavaliers Preview: Game 26 first appeared on At The Hive .

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At The Hive · Dec 14 · 8 reads that week

Could Jimmy Butler’s Season-Ending Injury Impact a Potential Bulls-Warriors Trade?

The Golden State Warriors were dealt a significant blow on Monday night when small forward Jimmy Butler suffered a season-ending ACL tear, according ESPN’s Shams Charania . Golden State had been trending up prior to the injury and walked away with a win against the Miami Heat even after Butler went down in the third quarter. The Warriors have won seven of their last 10 contests, and, at 24-19, are suddenly within range of a top-six seed in the Western Conference. But losing their sec...

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Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession · Jan 20 · 7 reads that week

Top Player Prop Bets for Knicks vs. Mavericks on January 19, 2026

Player props are listed for Karl-Anthony Towns and Cooper Flagg, among others, when the New York Knicks host the Dallas Mavericks at Madison Square Garden on Monday at 5 p.m. ET. How to Watch Knicks vs. Mavericks Date: Monday, January 19, 2026 Time: 5 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: NBC/Peacock, MSG, and KFAA Live Stream: Fubo Location: New York City, New York Venue: Madison Square Garden NBA Props Today: New York Knicks Karl-Anthony Towns Props PTS REB AST 3P...

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Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession · Jan 19 · 7 reads that week

Open Thread: Victor Wembanyama and Anthony Edwards share mutual respect for one another’s game

After last night’s game, when Clutch Sports Hector Ledesma reporter asked Anthony Edwards what makes the Timberwolves play so hard against the Spurs, the “Ant-Man” responded, “They got Wemby.” This was the third meeting of the Spurs and Timberwolves, but only the second to include Victor Wembanyama. Wemby wasn’t available last November. Last Sunday, Minnesota […]

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Pounding The Rock · Jan 18 · 7 reads that week

Pre-Gamin’: Bulls vs Pistons (6 PM CT) – Projected Lineups, How to Watch, More

Tonight, the Chicago Bulls will look to rebuild from a 115-101 Monday road loss to the Boston Celtics that, honestly, thanks to a late fourth quarter semi-push, wasn’t even as “close” as that final margin looks. Unfortunately, they’re trying to recover from a defeat against the Eastern Conference’s No. 2 seed with a tilt against… its No. 1 seed, the 27-9 Detroit Pistons. Detroit will seek to extend its two-game win streak at home, while Chicago is hoping to avoid a three-game skid. B...

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Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession · Jan 7 · 7 reads that week

Top Player Prop Bets for Bulls vs. Clippers on January 20, 2026

Player prop bet options for Nikola Vucevic, James Harden and others are available when the Chicago Bulls host the Los Angeles Clippers at United Center on Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET. How to Watch Bulls vs. Clippers Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Time: 8 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: CHSN and FDSSC Live Stream: Fubo Location: Chicago, Illinois Venue: United Center NBA Props Today: Chicago Bulls Nikola Vučević Props PTS REB AST 3PM 16.5 (Over: -111) 8.5...

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Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession · Jan 20 · 6 reads that week

Will Adrian Kempe Score a Goal vs. the Edmonton Oilers on January 10?

When the Los Angeles Kings meet the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday, is Adrian Kempe likely to light the lamp? Stats and trends to help you make the right call are available below, so take a look before the puck drops at 10:00 PM ET. Adrian Kempe Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Oilers Anytime Goal Odds: +190 (Bet $10 to win $19.00 if he scores a goal) Kempe Goals Betting Stats Out of two opportunities, Kempe has exceeded his points prop bet in one game he’s played with a set points prop. K...

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Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession · Jan 10 · 6 reads that week

Sixers’ Big 3 shines as team gets right vs. depleted Wizards

No awards will be handed out for this win, but this week has showed why you still have to go out and earn it. The Sixers rebounded from the Nuggets loss with a 131-110 win over the Washington Wizards Wednesday night. Joel Embiid led Philadelphia for the second night in a row, going for 28 […]

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Liberty Ballers · Jan 8 · 6 reads that week

LaMelo Ball makes list in second returns of all star voting

The NBA released the second returns of fan votes for the 2026 NBA All Star game. The Charlotte Hornets have one player that showed up in the top 20 of vote getters in the Eastern Conference, and it’s exactly who you’d expect. LaMelo Ball is 12th in the East in fan voting. If the All […] The post LaMelo Ball makes list in second returns of all star voting first appeared on At The Hive .

At The Hive · Jan 7 · 6 reads that week

It’s time for Basketball: Spurs vs Utah Jazz

Welcome to the Game Thread. Veterans of the Game Thread know how we do things around here, but for all you newbies we have a few rules. Our community guidelines apply and basically say be cool, no personal attacks, don’t troll and don’t swear too much. Admiral Ackbar knew what was going on. He had very few […]

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Pounding The Rock · Dec 28 · 6 reads that week

Austin Reaves, Luka Dončić dominate as Lakers silence Mavs

While it wasn’t their prettiest game of the season, the Lakers used incredible nights from Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić to outduel the Mavericks, 129-119. The Lakers gave up a 40-point second quarter, trailed at halftime and didn’t lead by double digits until late in the fourth, but pulled out the win all the same. […]

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Silver Screen and Roll · Nov 29 · 6 reads that week

How to Watch Bulls vs. 76ers: Live Stream or on TV

The Chicago Bulls (5-1) will be attempting to continue a four-game home winning run when squaring off against the Philadelphia 76ers (5-1) on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at United Center. It airs at 8 p.m. ET on CHSN and NBCS-PH+. In their last time out, the Bulls lost 128-116 to the Knicks on Sunday. The 76ers enter this matchup on the heels of a 129-105 victory over the Nets on Sunday. In the loss, Josh Giddey paced the Bulls with 23 points. In the 76ers’ win, Kelly Oubre Jr. led the way wit...

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Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession · Nov 4 · 6 reads that week

Bam Adebayo named East Player of the Week after dominant stretch for Heat

The NBA announced that Bam Adebayo has been named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week for games played from Monday, January 12 through Sunday, January 18. After a rough stretch of games, he followed that with a dominant stretch that helped guide the Miami Heat to a 2–1 record with notable wins against the […] The post Bam Adebayo named East Player of the Week after dominant stretch for Heat appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

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Hot Hot Hoops · Jan 19 · 5 reads that week

Why Heat should target this Pelicans big ahead of trade deadline

There will plenty of eyes on the Miami Heat ahead of the 2025-26 NBA Trade Deadline. They are currently 22-20 in the East with sole possession of the conference’s No. 8 seed. More importantly, they are hoping to avoid the play-in for the fourth-straight year. After a 14-7 start, the Heat crashed back to Earth […] The post Why Heat should target this Pelicans big ahead of trade deadline appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

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Hot Hot Hoops · Jan 19 · 5 reads that week

Bulls vs. Nets Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Sunday, January 18, 2026

The Brooklyn Nets (12-27) visit the Chicago Bulls (19-22) after losing four straight road games. The Bulls are favored by 6 points in the contest, which begins at 7 p.m. ET on Sunday, January 18, 2026. The matchup has an over/under of 221.5 points. Our computer predictions for Sunday’s game can help you place an informed wager by picking the best bets available. How to Bet on Bulls vs. Nets Pick the Nets (+6) to Cover Against the spread, the Bulls are 19-21-1 this year. The Nets ...

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Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession · Jan 18 · 5 reads that week

San Antonio vs Milwaukee Bucks, Final Score: Spurs bounce back from a loss and rout the Bucks 119-101

The Spurs overcame an early injury scare as Victor Wembanyama had to leave three minutes into the game after banging knees with Giannis Antetokounmpo. He missed the rest of the first quarter, but the rest of the team with De’Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle, and Luke Kornet playing well had the Spurs still ahead in the […]

Pounding The Rock · Jan 16 · 5 reads that week

Heat reportedly have interest in Jonathan Kuminga

Miami Heat guard Davion Mitchell was one of 11 players who became trade-eligible on Thursday. Another was Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga, who signed a two-year, $47 million deal in restricted free agency with the team last offseason. Kuminga, who has not appeared in the Warriors’ last 13 games, is demanding a trade, according […] The post Heat reportedly have interest in Jonathan Kuminga appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

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Hot Hot Hoops · Jan 15 · 5 reads that week

I Can’t Stop Watching This Caleb Williams Throw

Michael Jordan over Craig Ehlo. Patrick Kane’s backhander for the hat trick against the Canucks. Caleb Williams’ 4th-and-8 throw to Rome Odunze in the 4th Quarter. By no means am I saying the Bears are on their way to dynasty runs like Michael Jordan’s Bulls or the Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews era Blackhawks. But if we’re fortunate enough to see Caleb Williams lead the Bears to a Super Bowl at one point, we’re going to look back at that throw as the official stamp of arrival. Jordan an...

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Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession · Jan 11 · 5 reads that week

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