Wes Goldberg - Basketball Analysis

James Harden's Golden Handcuffs

by Wes Goldberg

Aug 23, 2023 2:27 PM

When James Harden opted in, he trusted the only thing he knew for certain: His proven ability to get what he wants.  Read more »

Tags: James Harden, Philadelphia Sixers, NBA

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NBA's Top Wing Trios Ranked

by Wes Goldberg

Aug 16, 2023 1:51 PM

We've ranked every team's wing corps from 1 to 30 based on the top three wings' production, upside and versatility. Read more »

Tags: Atlanta Hawks, Boston Celtics, Charlotte Hornets, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, Indiana Pacers, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, New York Knicks, Orlando Magic, Philadelphia Sixers, Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings, San Antonio Spurs, Toronto Raptors, Utah Jazz, Washington Wizards, Oklahoma City Thunder, Brooklyn Nets, NBA

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The 2023 Bruce Brown Free Agents (Beyond Bruce Brown)

by Wes Goldberg

Jun 27, 2023 12:17 PM

Bruce Brown was arguably the most important free agent addition in the entire NBA last summer. Here are five role player free agents who could swing the championship next season. Read more »

Tags: Dillon Brooks, Grant Williams, Gabe Vincent, Caris LeVert, Jalen McDaniels, NBA

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Playmaking Centers Are The NBA's Next Wave

by Wes Goldberg

The Nuggets, Heat and Kings were three of the most surprising teams of the 22-23 season with each of them built around playmaking centers that accentuated the strengths of their perimeter scorers and presented riddles that opposing defenses mostly failed to solve. Read more »
Deandre Ayton Needs To Star In His Role

by Wes Goldberg

The primary knock against Ayton is that he wants more. For the Suns to beat the Nuggets, let alone reach The Finals, they need Ayton to narrow his role - then thrive in it. Read more »
De'Aaron Fox Is Having A Moment

by Wes Goldberg

Several turns, steps back, fired coaches, controversial trades, and losses after he was drafted to change the culture, De'Aaron Fox and the Kings have a series lead over the dynasty-echoing Warriors in large part due to his masterclass performance. Read more »
Where Do Dame And The Blazers Go From Here?

by Wes Goldberg

Damian Lillard has been the rare superstar in today's era that stays. The question is whether continuing the partnership serves either's own interest. Read more »
How Ja Morant's Absence Could Help Grizzlies In Playoffs

by Wes Goldberg

Ja Morant's recent absence provided a glimpse of what the offense could be. This stretch is far from proof of concept, but it could be something for Memphis to build on. Read more »
Six Biggest X-Factors After The All-Star Break

by Wes Goldberg

Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, Karl-Anthony Towns, Kawhi Leonard, Anthony Davis and Brandon Ingram will play outsized roles in how their respective teams close the season. Read more »
Lakers Were Among Deadline Winners With Their Backup Trade

by Wes Goldberg

Not only did the Lakers end their experiment with Russell Westbrook, they also improved the team's depth and flexibility, held onto one of their coveted future first-round picks and laid the foundation for a more sensible path forward.  Read more »
The Very Different Vibes Surrounding Walker Kessler, Rudy Gobert

by Wes Goldberg

Walker Kessler was thrown into the Rudy Gobert trade and has emerged as a shot-blocking force for the Jazz. Meanwhile, Gobert has become the avatar for Minnesota's disappointing season. Read more »