NBA
June 13, 2022
NBA Finals: Searching the Latest Trends
What did we learn over the first four games of the 2022 NBA Finals? What does that say for the rest of the series? SC’s Jonathan Lowe lays out some factors. Complete Story
May 23, 2022
In Appreciation of Erik Spoelstra
SC’s Ross Lancaster focuses on the remarkable ability for Heat coach Erik Spoelstra to get the most out of his players and mentions why a Heat/Warriors Finals could be the best coaching battle of the era. Complete Story
May 17, 2022
Sixers’ “Quick Fix” Fails
Just because one team won a championship by mortgaging their draft choices year after year for aging veterans doesn’t mean that this is a consistent winning strategy. The Philadelphia 76ers have found that out the hard way, as SC’s Anthony Brancato chronicles. Complete Story
May 16, 2022
Trying to Find That Title Mojo
Chris Paul has had a great career, to this point. But one thing is missing from the resume. The journey will have to wait, but SC’s Jonathan Lowe thinks this trend started outside of Paul’s sphere of control. Complete Story
April 25, 2022
NBA Playoffs: Gleaning the Meaning
As the first week of the NBA postseason turns to the second, what should we look forward to? SC’s Jonathan Lowe explains how the past might shape the future. Complete Story
April 18, 2022
Boston Celtics: Beasts of the East?
The Boston Celtics have transformed from mediocre to juggernaut over the last few months. SC’s Ross Lancaster looks at some of the reasons they’ve turned it around and why they appear to be the best chance to come out of the East. Complete Story
February 21, 2022
Why Aren’t the Suns Bigger Favorites?
As the NBA regular season shifts past the All-Star Break to a two-month pre-playoff sprint, it’s clear to SC’s Ross Lancaster that the Phoenix Suns are the team to beat. He considers why the bookmakers don’t have them installed as a strong favorite. Complete Story
February 16, 2022
Harden-Simmons Deal Sends Wrong Message
Two division rivals broke all the rules by consummating a blockbuster trade on Thursday, which is why the NBA needs to re-write some of its own rules. Complete Story
January 17, 2022
The Joy of the Unexpected
The NBA regular season is at the halfway mark, and there are more surprises this year than in a typical campaign. SC’s Ross Lancaster takes a look at the biggest unforeseen developments since October. Complete Story
December 27, 2021
How Will Replacement Players Affect the NBA?
The NBA’s current season is well underway, but it doesn’t look the same as before. SC’s Martin Banks breaks down how the NBA recently revised their rules for signing replacement players to learn what you can expect from the next few months. Complete Story
More NBA Commentary
| 12.20.21 | Why Curry’s Record is More Impressive Than You Think | By Ross Lancaster |
| 11.16.21 | There Was a Hot Time in Denver That Night | By Anthony Brancato |
| 11.15.21 | How Emotional Intelligence is a Superpower in the NBA | By Brian Wallace |
| 10.29.21 | What Will the Clippers’ New Arena Look Like? | By Martin Banks |
| 09.02.21 | The Five Worst Rules the NBA Needs to Fix | By Martin Banks |
| 08.23.21 | Identifying the Hidden Threat | By Brian Wallace |
| 07.26.21 | All Aboard at the Hype Train Station | By Jonathan Lowe |
| 07.19.21 | Lessons Learned From the 2021 NBA Season | By Ross Lancaster |
| 07.06.21 | This “GOAT” Business Has Gone Too Far | By Anthony Brancato |
| 06.24.21 | Doc Rivers: The NBA’s Marty Schottenheimer? | By Anthony Brancato |
| 06.21.21 | NBA Playoffs: Surprise Party of Four | By Jonathan Lowe |
| 06.14.21 | The Clinical Greatness of Kevin Durant | By Ross Lancaster |
| 06.08.21 | Is Basketball in the Wrong Olympics? | By Anthony Brancato |