Joel Embiid began nonchalantly – "Just playing my game…" – before delivering a brutally forceful kicker: "…which is dominating like I've been doing all season."

Davon Reed was so excited about Aaron Gordon's clutch go-ahead 3-pointer, the Nuggets reserve ran to halfcourt to celebrate with Gordon.

The Wizards lost by one.

Remember when the Kings said they wouldn't trade DeMarcus Cousins and even indicated they'd sign him to a super-max extension then dealt him just a couple weeks later?

The Lakers were reportedly on the verge of firing Frank Vogel.

As the NBA season reaches its halfway point, Corey Robinson and Kurt Helin make some awards picks -- from Giannis Antetokounmpo for MVP to some disagreement for Coach of the Year.

Despite LeBron James' best efforts, the Lakers are still floundering around .500 -- but Corey Robinson and Kurt Helin think that firing Frank Vogel would be a short-sighted mistake given the roster he has.

The Brooklyn Nets will have a lot to prove after a Kevin Durant injury could leave them without two of their three superstars.

Dan Patrick and Sam Amick discuss Frank Vogel's precarious job status with the Lakers, what Los Angeles would do if given a do-over on the Russell Westbrook trade and Ben Simmons' trade market.

Do the Pacers want to take on Fox and his max contract?

Harris also scored the first points in women's basketball history at the Olympics.

What coach are the Lakers picking up mid-season who is an upgrade?

This injury does not help Turner's value heading into the trade deadline.

Boston gets closer to being under the luxury tax line.

"That was Kentucky on Kentucky crime right there."

This was expected.

The 76ers reportedly stopped fining Simmons, who said he was mentally unready to play, because he was ostensibly working toward being able to fulfill his contractual duties.

With the Cavaliers on a five-game win streak after beating the Nets, Michael Holley and Michael Smith ponder Cleveland's place in the NBA hierarchy.

Michael Smith and Michael Holley discuss Kyrie Irving standing his ground and explaining why he is not vaccinated and how this could affect the Brooklyn Nets come playoff time.

The Wizards are viewed as a favorite to land Grant.

Deron Williams joins Michael Smith and Michael Holley to discuss life after the NBA, boxing Frank Gore, his love for the game of golf and what fatherhood means to him.

Vogel is not the Lakers' biggest problem.

Parsons put himself in the center of money, fame and power through a nine-year career that has ended following a 2020 car crash.

Will James Harden leave Brooklyn? Will Kyrie Irving get vaccinated? When will Kevin Durant return?

China, evidence suggests, has committed genocide and crimes against humanity against Uyghurs.

Daryl Morey's dream scenario is a Ben Simmons for James Harden trade.

Trae Young scored 30 points for the Atlanta Hawks.

"I stay rooted in my decision. That’s just what it is. It’s not going to be swayed by one thing in this NBA life."

Jonas Nader outlines why he is all in on Los Angeles Clippers PF Isaiah Hartenstein, especially if the team continues to slide in the standings.

Ryan Knaus explores what fantasy managers could do in Brooklyn Nets F Kevin Durant's absence and which players could see their value rise as a result.

Brad Stonebraker dives into Portland Trailblazers F/C Robert Covington's recent hot stretch and notes his fantasy upside in defensive categories.

Nets guard Patty Mills, who led Australia to a bronze medal in the Tokyo Olympics, said he quarantined afterward.

Brad Stonebraker describes what Chicago Bulls PG Ayo Dosunmu can bring to the fantasy table with the plethora of injuries that have befallen the team.

Jonas Nader details why fantasy managers should pick up Detroit Pistons F/C Kelly Olynyk and his budding fantasy upside, especially with his shooting ability.

Ryan Knaus explains what fantasy managers can expect from Atlanta Hawks F De'Andre Hunter now that he's fully healthy and with opportunities heading his way.

Joel Embiid has been playing like an MVP lately.

Brad Stonebraker forecasts Brooklyn Nets G James Harden's fantasy production in the upcoming weeks, especially with more opportunities heading his way.

Jonas Nader examines Houston Rockets C Alperen Sengun's inconsistent production and how fantasy managers should be patient with the rookie moving forward.

Ryan Knaus outlines Chicago Bulls G Alex Caruso's deeper fantasy impact and what that could mean for managers that decide to roster him.

Ryan Knaus breaks down why fantasy managers need to be patient with Portland Trailblazers SF Nassir Little and what his upside could be with more opportunities.

Rudy Gobert once described his dynamic with Jazz teammate Donovan Mitchell as, "I’m the a–hole."

The Lakers are down bad.

Durant's absence is a bigger blow for the Nets.

"The door is not closed, I am not saying that I will return or that I am evaluating it, but I know that there is interest on their part."

His calf pain is tied to a disc issue in Green's lower back.

A trade for Turner is more likely.

Let. The. Players. Play.

Brunson will be an unrestricted free agent this summer.

He likely returns some time after the All-Star break.

Doncic yelled "Who the **** are you?” then pretended to wipe away tears.