Westbrook, Harden Friendship on Hold During Series

Russell Westbrook and James Harden are close. Their relationship goes back way before their Oklahoma City days, when they were teammates from 2009 to ’12. But their friendship takes a back seat when they step on the court this week. At least in Westbrook’s eyes. “When I get on the floor, I got one friend, […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Sunday: For NBA Awards, Playoff Results Should Matter

It’s about time that the NBA permit end-of-season award voters to take playoff results into account, writes Moke Hamilton.

Alan Draper  •  15 Oct 2021
Game 1 Preview: Houston Rockets vs. Oklahoma City Thunder

The heavyweight battle between Harden and Westbrook is finally here, but which team will come out on top?

Alan Draper  •  15 Oct 2021
Harden on MVP: Wins ‘the most important thing’

Houston Rockets star guard James Harden said Sunday that wins should matter when it comes to the Most Valuable Player award. “I think that’s the most important thing. I thought winning is what this is about — period,” Harden said after recording his 21st triple-double of the season in the Rockets’ win over the Sacramento […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA AM: 20 Playoff Predictions

The playoffs almost are upon us, so Joel Brigham makes 20 bold predictions for this year’s postseason.

Alan Draper  •  15 Oct 2021
Six Underrated NBA Executives

Shane Rhodes looks at six underrated NBA executives.

Alan Draper  •  15 Oct 2021
Six Underrated Centers

Dennis Chambers looks at six underrated centers who deserve your attention.

Alan Draper  •  15 Oct 2021
Six Underrated NBA Power Forwards

Benny Nadeau looks at six underrated power forwards who deserve your attention.

Alan Draper  •  15 Oct 2021
Rockets’ Ryan Anderson Scheduled to Practice

Rockets forward Ryan Anderson is scheduled on Thursday to go through his first practice since he sprained his right ankle March 24 against the Pelicans and if he shows enough progress, to play Friday against the Pistons. “It depends on how he responds to treatment,” Rockets coach Mike D’Antoni said. “He’s doing well. The thought […]

Basketball Insiders  •  15 Oct 2021