League sources say that a Karl-Anthony Towns trade to the Knicks is ‘a matter of when… not if’

The New York Knicks won their first playoff series in over a decade in the 2023 postseason. They lost in the second round to Miami, but it was still an impressive season for the Knicks. It’s clear they are still missing a few key pieces to make themselves a true contender. One league source says […]

Zach Wolpin  •  26 May 2023
Jayson Tatum is averaging 27.1 points in elimination games, most in Celtics history

Jayson Tatum is averaging 27.1 points in playoff elimination games, the most in Boston Celtics franchise history. The four-time All-Star passed Sam Jones, who averaged 25.8 points per game. Ranking third, Larry Bird logged 23.3 points per game, followed by Paul Pierce (22.1 PPG) and Dave Cowens (21.6 PPG). Tatum (23) also passed Jones (21) […]

James Foglio  •  26 May 2023
Despite his most recent gun incident, Ja Morant’s latest signature sneaker sells out in minutes

During the offseason, Memphis’ Ja Morant has already been dealing with off-the-court issues. The two-time all-star was suspended during the regular season for flashing a gun on his Instagram Live. He was seen recently on Instagram Live doing the exact same thing. There were some rumors that Nike might move on from their partnership with […]

Zach Wolpin  •  26 May 2023
Celtics’ +51 margin in points from starters was 3rd largest in playoffs since 1970-71

The Boston Celtics won 110-97 over the Miami Heat in Game 5 of the 2023 Eastern Conference Finals, and the Celtics’ +51 margin in points from starters was their third largest in the playoffs since starts were tracked in 1970-71. This is also the first time Boston has won four games when facing elimination in […]

James Foglio  •  26 May 2023
Boston’s Joe Mazzulla is the 3rd rookie head coach in NBA history to win 4+ games when facing elimination

Despite their struggles this postseason, the Boston Celtics have been perfect in the postseason when facing elimination. They were down 3-2 to the Sixers and found a way to win that series. Now, they look to be the first team in NBA playoff history to come back from a 3-0 deficit. With their win in […]

Zach Wolpin  •  26 May 2023
After a 110-97 loss in Game 5, Miami’s Jimmy Butler said ‘We can and we will win this series’

The Boston Celtics are now halfway there to completing what would be arguably the greatest comeback in NBA history. No team has ever come back from being down 3-0 in a playoff series. Boston has rattled off two wins in a row and the momentum has shifted heavily in their favor. Despite that, Miami’s Jimmy […]

Zach Wolpin  •  26 May 2023
In Game 5 last night, Boston had four 20-point scorers, Miami didn’t have a single player record at least 20 points

The Miami Heat might have the panic button out after a loss in Game 5 on the road last night. After winning the first three games of the series, Boston has rattled off two wins in a row. Boston was quick to strike on the Heat and had a 35-20 lead after one quarter. For […]

Zach Wolpin  •  26 May 2023
Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla says ‘It’s win or die’ against Heat in Game 5

Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla was asked what the mindset his team has going into Game 5 of the 2023 Eastern Conference Finals against the Miami Heat, and the first-year head coach replied, “It’s win or die.” Mazzulla’s coaching philosophy is consistent. Following Tuesday night’s 116-99 win over Miami in Game 4, the Celtics coach […]

James Foglio  •  25 May 2023
D’Angelo Russell Next Team Odds If Not Lakers 2023: Hornets Are Betting Favorites

D’Angelo Russell was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in February, and the eight-year veteran is at the end of his four-year, $117.32 million contract; sportsbooks have now released his next team odds for the upcoming 2023 offseason. Check out the next team odds below. According to the BetOnline sportsbook, the Charlotte Hornets (+300) are […]

James Foglio  •  25 May 2023