Deni Avdija has quietly been Portland’s top player to begin the 2025-26 season

On Wednesday, November 5, the Trail Blazers were at home to face the unbeaten Thunder. Despite being outscored 41-21 in the first quarter, Portland battled back in the next three.  The Trail Blazers outscored the Thunder 64-54 in the second half to win the game 121-119. Leading the team with a near triple-double on Wednesday […]

Zach Wolpin  •  06 Nov 2025
Bucks’ Kevin Porter Jr. Underwent Knee Surgery, Out At Least 4 Weeks

Milwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. underwent a successful “minor orthopedic procedure” on Monday to address a torn meniscus in his right knee and is expected to miss another four weeks, the team confirmed in its official announcement on Wednesday. The procedure was performed by Dr. Tom Hackett at The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado. […]

James Foglio  •  06 Nov 2025
Lakers’ Luka Doncic has the third-most points through the first five games of season in NBA history

Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers were at home on Wednesday evening to face the San Antonio Spurs. It was not an easy matchup for the Lakers. Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs have a talented roster.  It was a back-and-forth game between the Lakers and Spurs on Wednesday. San Antonio had a 96-88 lead […]

Zach Wolpin  •  06 Nov 2025
LeBron James Preparing For Live 5-On-5 Play

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has reportedly progressed to live 5-on-5 reps in practice as he recovers from the sciatica affecting his lower back and right side, sources told ESPN’s Shams Charania on Wednesday. LeBron James Could Return As Early As Nov. 18 Charania noted that James will not travel with the Lakers on […]

James Foglio  •  06 Nov 2025
Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards Will Return Against Knicks

Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards is set to return from a hamstring strain against the New York Knicks on Wednesday. ESPN’s Shams Charania was first to report. Edwards strained his hamstring three minutes into the Wolves’ third game of the season and has missed the last four contests. In his absence, Minnesota defeated the Brooklyn […]

Vivek Jacob  •  05 Nov 2025
Jazz’s Walker Kessler Out For Season With Labrum Tear In Shoulder

Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler is out for the remainder of the season after suffering a labrum tear in his left shoulder. NBA insider Chris Haynes was first to report. Kessler initially hurt his shoulder in training camp before re-injuring it during the season. Kessler had started out the 2025-26 season in very positive fashion, […]

Vivek Jacob  •  05 Nov 2025
Nets’ Michael Porter Jr. will play on Wednesday after missing Monday’s game due to personal reasons

With the Pelicans winning their first game of the season on Tuesday, one team remains winless in the NBA. The Brooklyn Nets are 0-7 to begin the 2025-26 season.  Their closest game so far was a five-point loss to the Hawks last Wednesday. Against the Timberwolves on Monday, November 3, the Nets were without Michael […]

Zach Wolpin  •  05 Nov 2025
Rising Tensions in Memphis: Two Teams Monitoring Ja Morant’s Situation Closely

Morant’s Frustration Reaches New Levels Ja Morant’s relationship with the Memphis Grizzlies appears to be deteriorating fast. After the team’s third consecutive loss on Monday, the two-time All-Star admitted he has lost “his joy,” signaling growing discontent inside the locker room. Morant’s connection with new head coach Tuomas Iisalo reportedly remains tense, and his body […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  05 Nov 2025
Metta Sandiford-Artest Declares NBA ‘Closed’ as Wembanyama Dominates Early Season

Wemby’s Rapid Rise Victor Wembanyama’s third NBA season is off to a remarkable start. The 7-foot-5 French star has transitioned from a perimeter-focused rookie to a commanding force in the paint. Through six games, he’s averaging 26.7 points, 13.7 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.3 steals, and a career-best 4.7 blocks. His impact has lifted the San […]

Antonio Kozlow  •  05 Nov 2025