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Chad Smith

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Chad is a Basketball Insiders contributor based in Indianapolis.

Articles by Chad Smith (165)

NBA Daily: Welcomed Returns Loom Large in January

Injuries are a part of the game and this season has been no exception. Chad Smith looks at four teams who will get a nice boost with key players who are expected to return the floor this month.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
Suns Needing Vintage Chris Paul

Chris Paul has struggled with turnovers in the NBA Finals. For the Suns to regain control of the series, the veteran point guard must regain his handle on the ball.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Brook Lopez’s Effect In Multiple Areas Offsets Shooting Struggles

Despite the brilliant success of the Milwaukee Bucks, Brook Lopez hasn’t been able to find his three-point shot — but Chad Smith details why the team’s fans should not be concerned.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Motor City Giant

Blake Griffin still hasn’t been able to play this season, but the Detroit Pistons have been carried by their motivated big man who is putting up All-Star caliber numbers. Chad Smith writes.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Three Veterans Reviving Their Careers

As the league continues to evolve, three players have revived their careers by changing the way they play. Chad Smith examines the mental aspect of these changes and how they are helping their new teams.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Ideal Destinations for Andre Iguodala

While rumors continue to swirl around Andre Iguodala, odds are the Grizzlies will take their time in moving the 35-year-old. Chad Smith examines which teams could prove a potential landing spot for the veteran forward.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
Ben Simmons’ Kryptonite Hurting Philadelphia

The improved shooting that Giannis Antetokounmpo has shown this season has been incredible. What if another guy in Philadelphia took that same approach and added to his game? Chad Smith examines why Ben Simmons has been reluctant to explore that avenue.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
Pistons and Josh Jackson Are Rebuilding Together

Detroit’s rebuild is centered around their talented crop of rookies, but the low-key free agent signing of Josh Jackson is providing a spark for the team as he revitalizes his career.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: No Moves Necessary For Four Contenders

The trade deadline has come and gone and a large contingent of playoff teams did not make a move. Chad Smith looks at four contenders that stood still at the deadline. For some, there may still be a window of opportunity to improve their team before the postseason begins.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
The Western Conference’s Wild Race for Eighth

The race for the final playoff spot in the Western Conference is heating up. Several new pieces will factor into the battle, including some possible movement before the trade deadline. Chad Smith takes a closer look at the teams vying for the eighth seed.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021