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These NBA players have depth, danger, flaws and hidden values. The Safdie brothers would definitely describe them as uncut gems. There’s a really good interview with the Safdie brothers about Uncut Gems. All interviews with the Safdie brothers are good because of the general disorderliness of their train of thought, but this one with Vulture

Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images As the 2020 NBA Trade Deadline creeps closer, here’s a look at five veterans currently buried within their team’s rotations that could help a contender. The NBA Trade Deadline is just around the corner, which means there’s never been a better time to scour every team’s roster to try and

With Kyrie Irving back on the court for the Brooklyn Nets and Blake Griffin contemplating knee surgery, we explore what the two stars’ careers tell us about injury-prone NBA players. Not every NBA prospect labeled as “injury prone” follows a career trajectory worthy of a Disney movie. It’s not always the tragedy of Greg Oden

As the Knicks drift slowly back into the tank, fans need to find other events to keep them occupied. For the past two decades, Madison Square Garden’s mostly been a vacant lot full of errant litter. Sure, the Knicks have played better during Mike Miller’s stint behind the wheel. But the bar he raised was

After over a decade, former Dunk Contest winner Dwight Howard is returning to the event next month, making his fourth appearance in the annual showcase This has been a season of rejuvenation for Dwight Howard. After a number of years bouncing around the league with no team particularly eager to have or hold on to

There’s a number of ways NBA players show their admiration for each other. Here are some of the stranger ones. In a recent story on ESPN, several players and coaches speak about the strategy of double-teaming James Harden as soon as he crosses the floor, with many seeing it as a sign of respect. Harden

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – JANUARY 01: Jarrett Culver #23 of the Minnesota Timberwolves dunks over Robin Lopez #42 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half at Fiserv Forum on January 01, 2020 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to

Former NBA Commissioner David Stern has died. He was 77. David Stern, former NBA Commissioner who oversaw exponential growth of the NBA during his 30-year tenure, has passed away. Stern was 77. He was hospitalized for the past few weeks after suffering a brain hemorrhage. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver released the following statement: For 22

Photo by Harry How/Getty Images At the close of another calendar year, it’s time to make New Year’s resolutions. As such, here’s one for each and every NBA team heading into 2020. The end of the calendar year doesn’t normally mean as much to NBA teams since there’s still more than half a season left

NBA players are just like us — hoping and dreaming for the perfect gifts this holiday season. Here’s what your favorites are pining for. Klay Thompson A life-size, topiary chess set where each individual piece is also on wheels so that Thompson may shuffle them around on his own, or with a friend. Nikola Jokić

Here’s a look at the top poachables in the NBA right now — guys who are showing signs and worth targeting but don’t currently have a clear path to minutes. There are a group of players in the NBA that I call the poachables. They’re guys who are, for one reason or another, kind of

The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame has announced their 2020 nominees for induction. So, naturally, we ranked them. The nominees for the 2020 class at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame have been announced, with an impressive list of first-time nominees, including Kevin Garnett, Tim Duncan and Kobe Bryant. In honor of this annual exercise

Russell Westbrook, despite co-starring with James Harden on the Houston Rockets this year, is still the same player as before. Why can’t he change? We all like to believe that we are capable of change, able to become a better person than the one we are today. The whole self-help industry is founded upon this

Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images If the New Orleans Pelicans are indeed open to trading Jrue Holiday, here are five potential deals that would make the most sense. The New Orleans Pelicans may be missing prized rookie Zion Williamson, but riding a 13-game losing streak and sporting a 6-22 record, there are few excuses for