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Several NBA teams are undergoing significant rebuilding efforts, and Grant Hughes of Bleacher Report has assessed how each of them is progressing. In his rankings, Hughes places the San Antonio Spurs at the top, and it’s not just because they landed the generational talent Victor Wembanyama in the draft. The…

Photo: Golden State Warriors/Twitter Golden State Warriors big man Kevon Looney gave out some important advice to other pros at Rico Hines’ Private Runs about finding your role. (via Rico Hines Basketball): “I just wanna say continue to work on y’all game and find out what you’re great at. Everybody’s…

As the February 8 trade deadline looms, the Los Angeles Lakers (21-22) are actively exploring trade options to enhance their roster and boost competitiveness. According to Jovan Buha of The Athletic, the Lakers are eyeing several players to address their needs, including Portland’s Jerami Grant, Charlotte’s Terry Rozier, Toronto’s Gary…

MIAMI, FL – APRIL 19: Kyle Lowry #7 of the Miami Heat looks on before the game against the Atlanta Hawks during Round 1 Game 2 of the 2022 NBA Playoffs on April 19, 2022 at FTX Arena in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that,…

Photo: Milwaukee Bucks/X Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard loves the nonstop competitiveness that big man Bobby Portis brings every single day.  (via Milwaukee Bucks): Reporter: “Bucks fans are no strangers to the energy that Bobby Portis brings off the bench, but for you, what’s it like playing with a guy…

Photo: AP/Phelan M. Ebenhack Paolo Banchero had 23 points, Jonathan Isaac played in an NBA game for the first time in 2 1/2 years and the Orlando Magic broke the Boston Celtics’ nine-game winning streak on Monday night with a 113-98 win. “We guarded in that second half,” said Cole…