the nets still have talent, even with durant sidelined, but every player on the roster will have to step up in his absence. that increased level of play must begin with irving and simmons, the team's two highest-paid players. that didn't happen in this loss to boston, but as irving ...
Despite finding themselves outside of the play-in spots with 10 days remaining in the regular season, Irving, Doncic and Mavericks coach Jason Kidd all expressed optimism that the team still has time to get itself sorted out. "I think it's always possible," Kidd said. "It's, you know,...
It shouldn't be so hard for a team with two of basketball's best creators to get a shot off at the most critical moment of a game. But it has been a big problem for the Dallas Mavericks in the infancy stages of the partnership between Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. There is a long...
Establish the framework of a possible trade with Boston and wait until July, when Kyrie Irving's contract won't prevent a deal. Do nothing with the hopes that offers improve closer to the draft. If Davis were on an expiring contract, the first option would be the most realistic choice...
Kings 110, Mavs 100:For the first time since Dec. 12 – and the first time under interim head coach Doug Christie – the beam was lit in Sacramento as the Kings overcame an 18-point deficit to top the shorthanded Mavs, who were without Luka Dončić, Kyrie Irving and Klay Thompson....
It's also important to note that players must play a minimum of 65 games to be eligible for MVP, an All-NBA team, Defensive Player of the Year, an All-Defensive team or Most Improved Player honors. A player could also be eligible if they played in at least 62 games, suff...
“It’s pretty fun having Jimmy on our team. He’s an incredible player with a knack for drawing fouls, which really helps settle us down in key moments.What impresses me the most is his passing—it changes everything, keeps us connected, and he does it from everywhere. He’s...
Their$28.5 million trade exception is their biggest chipto adding a significant upgrade to the team. After having an embarrassment of riches that includedGordon Hayward,Kyrie Irving,Al Horford, and multiple first-round picks in future drafts, the Celtics are down to two All-Stars and are no lo...
A team will be awarded a second Coach's Challenge if the first challenge is successful. The timeout used for the second Coach's Challenge will not be retained regardless if the challenge is successful or not. There will be no changes to the rules of the first Coach's Challenge. ...
That’s impressive. Any team would want to hear that about their top prospect. Another issue that Cavs fans were worried about, and it’s a bit silly — is whether he can play withLeBron Jamessince he’s ball-dominant. There’s a player by the name ofKyrie Irving(as much as it pain...