Articles by Chad Smith (165)
The trade deadline is still two months away but the rumor mill is heating up. Talks between teams will get serious next week when the majority of players become eligible to be traded. Here are the most likely names that will be moved between now and then.
The outlook in Portland is looking less sunny each day, and with the team firing Neil Olshey on Friday, the writing is on the wall. Damian Lillard has been incredibly loyal throughout his career but it is time for a change.
There are only 30 head coaching jobs in the NBA, and while many hires do not ultimately work out the way the team envisioned, there are those that are able to figure it out. Nearly two months into the season, these five coaches stand out above the rest.
The Houston Rockets have the third-worst record in the league, but that is not necessarily the fault of Stephen Silas or John Wall. The organization needs to look in the mirror instead of blaming others.
When Kevin Durant moved across the country, the Warriors and Nets were headed in different directions. Two years later, both are at the top of their games, carrying their teams, battling for the MVP award, and another championship ring.
Not every player is ready to answer the call when opportunity knocks. With so many stars sidelined early in the season, several role players have stepped up in their absence. These five individuals stand out the most, providing their teams with solid production on a nightly basis.
Memphis and Denver both had high expectations for their 2018 lottery picks. After a rough start to the season, the two must find a way to turn things around in order for their teams to reach the postseason.
The Cavaliers have been one of the early-season surprises, but are they for real? Chad Smith takes a deeper look into the rebuild in Cleveland, and how they are going against the grain with their unique lineup.
Miami is off to a sizzling start to the season, thanks in large part to the play of Tyler Herro. His bounce-back season is fueling the Heat’s offense and has him as the frontrunner to win the Sixth Man of the Year Award.
Utah continues to be the team to beat in the Western Conference. Despite their first loss of the season last night in Chicago, the Jazz continue to thrive in all areas ahead of their Sunday showdown with the defending champions, in what could be a potential Finals preview.