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Kahlil Felder Embracing Comparisons, Working For NBA Opportunity

by Jake Hyman

Jun 4, 2016 3:52 PM

Kahlil Felder's athleticism and offensive upside attracted teams to evaluate how he could fit their system, but continuing to show that he can grow to be a competent defender in the NBA is essential in his development. He has the will to improve and confidence that won't deter his frame of mind on and off the court. Read more »

Tags: Kay Felder, Oakland Golden Grizzlies, NBA

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76ers' Finally Have Optimal Optionality In Draft

by Jake Hyman

May 20, 2016 1:57 PM

Taking three straight centers, including one who has yet to play, and neglecting to upgrade other positions played a part in the 76ers winning the lottery. This time they can pick anyone they want and the best players available fortunately aren't again centers. Read more »

Tags: Philadelphia Sixers, NBA

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The Year Of Traded Picks

by Jake Hyman

May 17, 2016 11:38 AM

With seven picks traded previous to the draft, protected and unprotected, the 2016 NBA Draft Lottery has more possibilities than in a usual year. Teams that had bad seasons will further delay their ability to improve while several playoff teams will have the opportunity to further add to their roster. Read more »

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Lakers Should View Draft As Brandon Ingram Or Bust

by Jake Hyman

The worst possible outcome for the Lakers would be to draft someone other than Brandon Ingram this year and also lose their 2017 pick. Read more »
Toronto's Shot Selection Issues

by Jake Hyman

Errant passes, a questionable shot selection and complete defensive ineptitude stymied the Raptors' quest for victory No. 4 in Game 6. Read more »
Cory Joseph's Second Unit Impact

by Jake Hyman

Masai Ujiri had the foresight of bringing in Cory Joseph, who could be paramount for the Raptors slashing their label as annual postseason washouts. Joseph has been worth the money thrown his way; he needs to be the backcourt hero Toronto has been clamoring for in the series. Read more »
Paul George May Be Great But He Can Only Be So Great

by Jake Hyman

Paul George will have to continue to be brilliant and get at least some help from Myles Turner and the rest of the Pacers' frontcourt to beat the Raptors. Read more »
Bryan Colangelo's New Opportunity With Optionality

by Jake Hyman

Sam Hinkie has gifted Bryan Colangelo with valuable draft selections and options to initiate a Sixers' progression. Here's how his past decisions may predict his future ones. Read more »
The Timetables Of Jahlil Okafor's Trade Value, Joel Embiid's Return

by Jake Hyman

One season might be enough of a sample size to gauge Jahlil Okafor's future outlook and role on the team while Joel Embiid's positive progress could deem Okafor expendable and give Sam Hinkie a chance to balance out their roster. Read more »
Duke's Trio Of Incoming Freshmen

by Jake Hyman

In Jayson Tatum, Harry Giles III and Frank Jackson, Duke has an impressive trio of incoming freshmen. Read more »
Rockets' Regression As James Harden Asked To Do Even More

by Jake Hyman

James Harden's burden has become even bigger this season while Dwight Howard's role has decreased and their efficiency on both sides of the floor has taken a hit during this season of regression. Read more »
Reggie Jackson's Slow Burn To Stardom

by Jake Hyman

Reggie Jackson has created gobs of space to work with, from his basketball IQ and play calling, as a floor general and a scorer. He's amplified his offensive ability each season and has the complementary core to limit regression in the upcoming seasons. Read more »
DeAndre' Bembry Living In The Moment Between Two Paths Of His Career

by Jake Hyman

DeAndre' Bembry has shown that he's an ideal fit for the pro level, with the all-around ability that meshes with scorers. Bembry also has the college seasoning to help out teams instantly. Read more »
Robert Covington's Long-Term, Two-Way Fit For Philadelphia

by Jake Hyman

With added talent, Robert Covington will have less of a burden to create offense. He can be one of the primary three-point aces for Brett Brown, which could help ease his transition into a long-term role player and plus defender. Read more »

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