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Who makes the last spots in western conference playoffs now?
With Jimmy Butler inevitably leaving Minnesota and Dejounte Murray recently tearing his right ACL, there are likely a few extra wins to be had in the Western Conference. Last month, I posted my Western...
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Too Early MVP Race
Every year, the NBA has players that stand out as favorites for MVP. This year won’t be any different as there will be quite a few teams that rely solely on their star to lead them, but these players...
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2018-2019 NBA’s Western Conference Standings Predictions
The Western Conference is more competitive than ever with many teams getting better throughout the off-season. The Denver Nuggets with Gary Harris and Jamal Murray are one of the more underrated duos...
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What should the Minnesota Timberwolves do with Jimmy Butler now?
The Target Center was booming with boos, but 33 points and a jump shot dagger later, the boos turned into MVP chants. Wiggins and Towns have already signed extensions with the Timberwolves. Jimmy...
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The start to any NBA season can have any basketball fan excited, especially this season with so many moves, LeBron James in Los Angeles, and fans wondering if anyone has a chance to remove the Golden...
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NBA Week 1 Power Ranking
NBA Week 1 Power Rankings The season has started, and teams are trying to get off to a hot start. We’ve already seen fights, and now it’s time to overreact a little to teams records. 30. Chicago...
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How does Derrick Rose’s 50-point game affect the Minnesota Timberwolves?
Turn back the clock. And we’re not talking about Daylight Savings Time ending this weekend. Derrick Rose’s narrative has been a tragic what-if. But last night, he dropped 50 and led the Wolves past the...
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All-Northwest Division team since 2004
Here is part four of six of my All-division teams in the NBA. You can find rules and teams in the previous posts from the Central division, Southwest division, and Pacific division. The Northwest’s...
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The impact of the Philadelphia 76ers trading for Jimmy Butler
After sitting out due to general soreness and playing more minutes than he intended, Jimmy Butler’s run with the Wolves has finally come to an end. A trade has finally come to fruition and Jimmy...
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Did the Philadelphia 76ers make the right move by trading for Jimmy Butler?
Former Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jimmy Butler. Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports Well it’s official now. Star forward Jimmy Butler has been traded to the Philadelphia 76ers for Dario Saric, Robert...
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The Tumultuous Story of Derrick Rose
Derrick Rose – Photo by: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports “The rose that grew from concrete” describes the breathtaking story of Derrick Rose. Growing up at Englewood, Illinois to become the heralded...
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NBA Power Rankings
The NBA season has been a bit confusing so far. The Western Conference is extremely competitive and the difference between eighth and 14th place is two games. The East is starting to become a bit more...
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15 thoughts for 15 Western Conference teams
Yesterday, I offered up 15 thoughts for the 15 teams in the Eastern Conference. Today, you guessed it: I am doing the Western Conference. Here we go. Dallas Mavericks– What a fun team. They are...
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Ranking the NBA’s worst owners
No one likes to talk about the sour spots shadowing over their franchise. So I guess I will do it. Here are the bottom 15 owners in the NBA. Here is part one. To be clear, 15 is the worst GM, 1 is the...
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Why did the Minnesota Timberwolves fire Tom Thibodeau?
Apr 11, 2018; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) shoots in the third quarter against Denver Nuggets forward Paul Millsap (4) at Target Center. Mandatory Credit:...
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NBA Player Awards: Midseason Prediction
As the NBA season has passed the halfway point, I’m going to predict the end of year awards based on who’s leading each race right now. Most Valuable Player: James Harden As hard as he is to watch as...
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NBA Power Rankings
With the return of DeMarcus Cousins in the NBA, the Golden State Warriors are looking to solidify their position at the top of the NBA for the rest of the season. As one star enters back into the...
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Detroit Pistons vs Minnesota Timberwolves: Preview and Prediction
Blake Griffin and the Detroit Pistons (31-31) will host Derrick Rose and the Minnesota Timberwolves (29-34) on Wednesday, March 6 at 7:00 pm at the Little Caesars Arena. This is final of both matchups...
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Why Elfrid Payton should start and where should go this offseason
Mar 29, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Elfrid Payton (4) drives to the basket as Brooklyn Nets forward Willie Reed (33) attempted to defend during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando...
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NBA Mock Draft 3.0
New York Knicks- Zion Williamson, SF/PF Duke Duke Blue Devils forward Zion Williamson. Photo by: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports After his scary injury, Zion came back and was better than ever in the...
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