In Netflix’s Starting 5, a moment featuring Anthony Edwards and Jayson Tatum has caught the attention of basketball fans. Edwards locked down Tatum in a thrilling 114-109 Timberwolves overtime win in November 2023. He scoffed at the idea of Tatum being the “best player in the league.” The fiery exchange hints at what could become one of the NBA’s most exciting rivalries. It … [Read more...] about A Brewing Rivalry: Anthony Edwards vs. Jayson Tatum
Different But The Same: Dalton Knecht And Rob Dillingham
In the 2024 NBA Draft, two promising young players—Dalton Knecht and Rob Dillingham—landed on teams with high expectations. Their paths to the league and their team contexts couldn’t be more different, but they share a common destination: contributing to championship-contending teams. Knecht, drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers, and Dillingham, picked by the Minnesota … [Read more...] about Different But The Same: Dalton Knecht And Rob Dillingham
Karl-Anthony Towns Trajectory – Andrew Wiggins or Zach LaVine?
For two full seasons, Karl-Anthony Towns, Andrew Wiggins, and Zach LaVine played for the Minnesota Timberwolves. KAT and Wiggins spent even more years together in Minnesota. They even made it to All-Star weekend together in 2016, albeit playing in the Rising Star Challenge. At the time, LaVine and Wiggins were sophomores, while KAT was a rookie. Towns and LaVine played for the … [Read more...] about Karl-Anthony Towns Trajectory – Andrew Wiggins or Zach LaVine?
The Knicks Outmaneuver CBA With Loophole
The New York Knicks have shown remarkable creativity in navigating the NBA’s new collective bargaining agreement (CBA). With strict tax apron rules, many teams have struggled to maneuver within the financial limits set for the 2024-25 season. However, the Knicks found a loophole that allowed them to secure Karl-Anthony Towns without exceeding the second tax apron. NBA Business: … [Read more...] about The Knicks Outmaneuver CBA With Loophole
Timberwolves Anchor Assesses New Co-Star’s Fit
The Minnesota Timberwolves have finally completed the passing of the torch, trading Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks. In exchange, the Timberwolves received Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo, who were preparing to play reduced roles in the Knicks’ reworked rotation. Initially, the sense from NBA fans was that the Knicks had won the trade, as they presumably received … [Read more...] about Timberwolves Anchor Assesses New Co-Star’s Fit