The fact that Rudy Gobert got more media votes, more player votes and a higher player rank than Andrew Wiggins proves that NBA All-Star voting is broken. By all meaningful voting metrics, Rudy Gobert is universally considered to be a better player than Andrew Wiggins. During voting for the NBA All-Star roster, Gobert received more
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 27: Carmelo Anthony #7 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the second quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on January 27, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 27: Carmelo Anthony #7 of the Los Angeles Lakers controls the ball against Isaiah Joe #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center on January 27, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph,
The NBA All-Star Game is fast approaching. Which players from the West deserve a spot on this year’s roster, and which ones just miss the cut? The NBA All-Star Game is less than a month away, which means it’s time to determine which players deserve to participate in this year’s contest. Last week, we cast
Making picks for the NBA All-Star Team is hard. But what if we were only picking from players who wear t-shirts under their jerseys? The 2021-22 NBA All-Star Game starters will be announced Thursday night on TNT, and the reserves will be revealed on Thursday, Feb. 3. But here’s an important question: if there was
After an enthralling 35-point comeback, the Los Angeles Clippers celebrate the unexpected win over the Washington Wizards with plenty of dunking. Clippers guard Luke Kennard hit a three-point buzzer-beater as the home crowd went wild. Drawing a foul, the Clippers ended their Jan. 25 game against the Wizards 116-115, the victory going to the underestimated
Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33): Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports The Boston Celtics are going in circles and a trade could be just what they need to help them recover their mojo. Here are five possibilities. Over halfway into the season, the Boston Celtics continue to hover around .500, miring in mediocrity, and furthering the
Brooklyn Nets star James Harden addresses the reports that he’s frustrated and wants out of Brooklyn: “If you don’t hear from me, then it’s reports.” James Harden is frustrated by the Nets, but not in the way recent reports have indicated. After the Nets lost to the Lakers 106-96, a reporter asked Harden about one
The Whiteboard is The Step Back’s daily basketball newsletter, covering the NBA, WNBA and more. Subscribe here to get it delivered to you via email each morning. Another night. Another win for the Golden State Warriors. Another rough shooting night for Steph Curry. He finished 18 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists in a 38-point blowout
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – FEBRUARY 06: James Harden #13 of the Brooklyn Nets drives against Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the third quarter at Wells Fargo Center on February 06, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting
Milwaukee Bucks wing Grayson Allen explained his actions that resulted in a flagrant 2 foul against injured Bulls point guard Alex Caruso. Grayson Allen has already been handed out a suspension for the NBA for his latest on-court misdeed as the Bucks wing will be out for Milwaukee’s next game. However, the discussion around the
Mark Price was ahead of his time. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images) NFL playoff bracket: Schedule for championship weekend by John Buhler Eagle FC 44 fight card, start time, channel guide by Chad Porto This week on the Over and Back Classic NBA Podcast, Jason and Rich dive into the biggest blowouts in NBA
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – JANUARY 03: Grayson Allen #7 of the Milwaukee Bucks handles the ball during a game against the Detroit Pistons at Fiserv Forum on January 03, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and
Alex Caruso, Chicago Bulls. (Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports) Justin Jefferson puts Vikings on notice via Instagram: His payday is coming by John Buhler The Chicago Bulls will be without Alex Caruso going forward, as he suffered a major injury from the Milwaukee Bucks’ Grayson Allen’s flagrant foul on Friday night. Alex Caruso will be sidelined
If the Los Angeles Lakers do decide to sell Russell Westbrook on the cheap at the NBA Trade Deadline, they could have just one suitor. With the way Westbrook is playing right now, can we blame the Lakers for listening? Los Angeles managed to defeat the Orlando Magic on Friday night, thankfully, evening their record
Milwaukee Bucks guard Grayson Allen could be at risk of suspension after his flagrant foul on Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso. Allen was called out by the Bulls broadcast team, as well as head coach Billy Donovan, after forcing Caruso to the floor on a hard foul. Caruso went up for what looked like a
Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors defeated the Houston Rockets at the buzzer on Friday night. Curry can’t believe this was his first career buzzer-beater. Curry had never made a shot to win the game at the buzzer until Friday night. After leading his team back from a deficit against the lowly Rockets, Curry
PHILADELPHIA, PA – OCTOBER 11: Paul Millsap #31 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center on October 11, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of
Washington Wizards star Bradley Beal is in a prime situation to pressure his team to pay a premium or watch him walk out the door. For the first time in his his career, Bradley Beal admits he’s being selfish — and it’s hard to imagine someone who wouldn’t be in his particular situation. If Bradley
Before the Atlanta Hawks sent Cam Reddish to the New York Knicks, there was apparently a Ben Simmons deal on the table that included Tobias Harris. Daryl Morey has made it clear that he will only entertain substantial offers for Ben Simmons, and last week, the Atlanta Hawks were apparently willing to part ways with
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