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Erik Spoelstra is already making a legitimate case to earn long overdue award

Heading into the 2025-26 season, the Miami Heat were expected to have a bounce back campaign from the Jimmy Butler drama that took over last year. However, not many people expected them to be this good.  All of a sudden, Miami has cemented their place amongst the top teams in the Eastern Conference. They are […] The post Erik Spoelstra is already making a legitimate case to earn long overdue award appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Will Alex Laferriere Score a Goal vs. the Anaheim Ducks on November 28?

When the Los Angeles Kings play the Anaheim Ducks on Friday (at 4:00 PM ET), is Alex Laferriere going to score? We have stats and trends to help you make the best wager below. Alex Laferriere Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Ducks Anytime Goal Odds: +425 (Bet $10 to win $42.50 if he scores a goal) Laferriere Goals Betting Stats Laferriere has not yet topped a points prop bet in any game he’s played this year (one opportunity with a set points prop). Laferriere has tallied a point in 10 ...

Alex Sarr is getting more love at the national level

The Washington Wizards may be in the midst of another season in the tank, but the long-term rebuilding plan is finally starting to show signs of bearing fruit.  Alex Sarr began his NBA life as the maligned second overall pick in a weak draft class before putting together a solid, if unspectacular, rookie season. Now […]

Are These Even the Same Trail Blazers?

The Portland Trail Blazers have had an up-and-down start to their 2025-26 season. A team that looked to be vying for contention in the 2026 Playoffs and the NBA Cup has suddenly fallen on hard times, losing 8 of their last 11 games. What’s going on here? Was their early-season success a mirage? Will we […]

Trading Anfernee Simons to all 30 teams (part 2) 

This is a continuation from part 1 which you can find here. Dallas Mavericks Simons and a smaller contract (like Chris Boucher) almost works with Daniel Gafford and Klay Thompson. Here again, in theory the money could work if you rerouted a small salary elsewhere. The Celtics would get a quality big man and while […]

Some Crazy Stats Show Cameron Boozer Is Absolutely Killing It

Not surprisingly, the Boozer family showed up on Thanksgiving in the United Center to watch Cameron and Cayden compete against Arkansas. You may remember that Carlos played for the Bulls, but it probably didn’t occur to most of you (like it didn’t to us), that Cameron and Cayden had spent time in the United Center […]

Brooklyn Nets vs. Philadelphia 76ers preview: post-turkey

Hoping all of you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with your families.  After the short holiday break, the Nets are now back in business, as the fan base hopes that all the turkey and mac and cheese can give the players some needed energy to push through the season as we enter the last month of […]

BYU vs Dayton Preview: How to Watch, Keys to Game

After a 72-62 win over Miami Thursday, BYU will play Dayton today in the finals of the Terry’s Chocolate ESPN Events Invitational. Dayton nearly blew a 14-lead with under 6 minutes to go versus Georgetown, but hung on in overtime and will play BYU. The game tips off at 9:30 pm ET on ESPN. BYU and […]

Another Back-to-Back, The Inconsistent Hornets, A Loaded Injury Report, and Other Bulls Bullets

After a needed three-day break, the well-fed Chicago Bulls will gear up for another back-to-back set. Things tip off tonight in Charlotte before they fly to Indiana for a matchup with the 2-16 Pacers. This marks their FOURTH back-to-back draw of November. Ballin' on Black Friday. ⏰ 6:30 pm CT 📺 @CHSN__ 📻 @670TheScore 💻 https://t.co/zP1QPCahjm @MotorolaUS | #SeeRed pic.twitter.com/AbajK1BonZ — Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) November 28, 2025 While the schedule isn...

Game Preview: Knicks vs. Bucks, Nov. 28, 2025

Hope you survived the Battle of the Belly Bulge 2025. On the heels of a 3-2 road trip, and stuffed to the gills with Thanksgiving turkey, the Knicks (11–6) return to the hallowed halls of Madison Square Garden to host the Bucks of Milwaukee (8–11). The game starts at 7:30 PM. Stream it on Amazon […]

Milwaukee Bucks vs. New York Knicks Preview: One sip left

The Milwaukee Bucks aren’t eliminated from the NBA Cup’s knockout stage yet, but even if they can take out the New York Knicks at MSG, they need lots of help to get there. New York will win Group C with a victory while Milwaukee’s only hope is the wild card. That will take both a […]

Knicks Bulletin: ‘I did get robbed with no gun’

It’s the Knicks in MSG, so obviously, it’s the perfect time for Giannis to return from the sidelines on Friday. Anyway. Knicks in six, win and in, etc, etc… Here’s everything from your Knickerbockers as we leave Thanksgiving in the rearview mirror and get ready for the next stretch of hoops till Christmas. Mike Brown […]

Three things Houston Rockets fans should be thankful for

It’s that time of the year! A day for family, food, fun, and most importantly, taking time to remember what to be thankful for. This Thanksgiving season, Rockets fans have plenty to be thankful for. 1. Reed Sheppard After a rough first game of his season, Reed Shepard’s play these past games have been nothing […]

Celtics center had no idea this moment was coming — but he was ready

BOSTON — Celtics rookie center Amari Williams appeared destined for a full season in the G League. Then, in one of the biggest games of the year thus far, he was suddently tasked with slowing down Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren, playing substantial rotation minutes, and helping securing the game-saving rebound. On Wednesday, the Celtics […]

Good Hoops Morning: Buckeyes seeking revenge in the Steel City

Before every Ohio State men’s basketball game, Connor Lemons gets you ready for that day’s action with key stats, players to know, and prevalent storylines for that day’s game on the “Good Hoops Morning” podcast. Listen to the episode and subscribe: Subscribe: RSS | Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Ohio State Buckeyes (-5.5) vs. […]

Open Thread: A little gratitude for Gregg Popovich

Happy holidays, Pounders. I hope you enjoyed your Thanksgiving (for those who partook). I saw this online the other day and just wanted to share. These are just a few of the many, many moments that made Pop one of the most beloved figures in San Antonio. He’s excelled at coaching and is known for […]

The Royal Quantum Leap: Episode 2

“This is a disgrace. An utter disgrace. This is EXACTLY the kind of nonsense that got us relegated in the first place. Sort it out!” A whiteboard marker whizzes through the air at near-terminal velocity. White-hot, pure, incandescent rage. I’ve never felt nuclear fury quite like it. My vision’s gone blurry, and I feel like […]

Jayden Quaintance remains projected NBA lottery pick

One of the most interesting storylines in the early portion of this Kentucky basketball season is that there is a projected NBA lottery pick still working his way back from injury. The potential with this player is there in spades, and he can make this team, potentially, exponentially better. Jayden Quaintance, who tore his ACL […]