Jrue Holiday has not played a game for the Portland Trail Blazers since November 14. Portland has won four games since then, clearly showing that Holiday’s impact is key to dealing with the Blazers’ issues. #NBA #TrailBlazers #LWOS lastwordonsports.com/basketball/2...

Golden State sits stuck in the middle of the West. The league has grown bigger, faster and more physical, and the Warriors must evolve or get left behind. That shift means difficult roster choices loom. #NBA #Warriors #LWOS lastwordonsports.com/basketball/2...

We are still several months away from the NBA trade deadline, but there are several centers available who could bolster a team’s playoff chances. @lastwordonsport #NBA #LWOS lastwordonsports.com/basketball/2...

The Los Angeles Clippers built this roster in the summer to win now. Instead, they are out of the play-in picture and look poised to be in the lottery. Can this team do anything to change their season? #NBA #Clippers #LWOS lastwordonsports.com/basketball/2...

While the league’s biggest names grab headlines and max money, several low-paid players carry their teams on a nightly basis. Could these five cheap contracts be the best deals in the NBA? #NBA #LWOS lastwordonsports.com/basketball/2...

Jaylen Brown has been involved in trade talks and rumors for most of his career. What fans probably don’t know is just how close he came to leaving Boston. @lastwordonsport #NBA #Celtics #LWOS lastwordonsports.com/basketball/2...

The Los Angeles Clippers didn’t begin the season as they had hoped to, but can a new trade change that? The newest target might be the most surprising fit yet. #NBA #Clippers #LWOS @lastwordonsport lastwordonsports.com/basketball/2...

The ACC had its ups and downs in Week 3 of the college basketball action. Here are this week’s power rankings. #NCAABasketball lastwordonsports.com/basketball/2...

Jonathan Kuminga’s role with the Warriors is shrinking, sparking trade rumors as the 23-year-old faces an uncertain future in Golden State. #NBA #Warriors #LWOS lastwordonsports.com/basketball/2...

The NBA season is only young, yet several teams have already delivered statement runs. Only a few teams can brag about having the longest active streaks, and right now, these four sit at the top. @lastwordonsport #NBA #LWOS lastwordonsports.com/basketball/2...

The Lakers sit at 11-4, and for the first time this season, they are fully healthy. Here are three takeaways. #NBA #Lakers #LWOS

The Dallas Mavericks’ track record with European players has proven highly successful. Should they continue investing in European talent? #NBA #Mavericks #LWOS

The 2026 draft lottery isn’t until May, but the path for Atlanta is already coming into focus. There are franchise-changing prospects in this class, but the Hawks should zero in on one above all: A.J. Dybantsa. #NBA #Hawks #LWOS

One of the newest additions to the Washington Wizards, CJ McCollum, recently completed a feat that’s only been accomplished by some of the league’s greatest players. #NBA #Wizards #LWOS

Fans had high expectations for the Houston Rockets coming into this season. Few probably expected them to lead the NBA in 3-point percentage, though. #NBA #Rockets #LWOS

The Golden State Warriors have dominated the last decade, yet some of their most underrated players rarely get the same spotlight. Here are the five most underrated Warriors of the last decade. #NBA #Warriors #LWOS

Load management in the NBA has drummed up a lot of controversy. One of its supporters is Tracy McGrady. Recently, he commented on load management as it related to his career. #NBA #LWOS

Although the 2025-26 NBA season has just begun, there are quite a few players that look like early trade candidates. #NBA #LWOS

After injuring his meniscus, Kevin Porter Jr. will undergo a procedure that will sideline him for about four weeks. #NBA #Bucks #LWOS

Having made notable additions in the offseason, many expected the Magic to begin the season much stronger. Where has Orlando’s Magic gone? #NBA #Magic #LWOS

Philadelphia 76ers guard Jared McCain has taken the next step in his return from a torn UCL. How will the Sixers manage the NBA’s best backcourt rotation? #NBA #76ers #LWOS

If the Kawhi Leonard Aspiration drama wasn’t enough, the Clippers now find themselves in even more hot water with the latest report about Ty Lue. #NBA #Clippers #LWOS

Ajay Mitchell is making waves to start the 2025-26 NBA season, but does he have what it takes to even win the 6MOTY for the Thunder? #NBA #Thunder #LWOS lastwordonsports.com/basketball/2...

Amid the criticism surrounding his early struggles, the Rockets’ best move is simple: patience. The organization must protect and nurture the Reed Sheppard’s developmental process. #NBA #Rockets #LWOS

The Bucks are quietly proving doubters wrong. A 3–1 start has shifted public perception, and one surprising reason behind that success is Ryan Rollins. #NBA #Bucks #LWOS

The Los Angeles Clippers have embraced the “unction” tag, but it may ultimately cost them as teams begin to expose their main weakness. #NBA #Clippers #LWOS

The Hawks have stumbled out of the gate. A 1–3 start has cast a shadow over what was one of the most optimistic offseasons in recent memory. But, there is a silver lining. #NBA #Hawks #LWOS

Now that the opening week of the NBA season has come to a close, here are the top three rookie performers of week 1 and what they’re doing to succeed. #NBA #LWOS

Jordan Poole has wasted no time talking down on the entire Washington Wizards franchise since he was traded to the New Orleans Pelicans. He recently took another shot, but this time at the fans. #NBA #Wizards #LWOS

After disappointing 2025 seasons, which teams are likely to rebound to the NCAA Tournament in 2026? Three teams stand out above the rest. #NCAABasketball #LWOS

After Tyrese Haliburton’s devastating Achilles tear in the NBA Finals, the Pacers faced a sobering question — rebuild or compete? Publicly, the front office projected defiance. Subtle signs point toward Indiana tanking this season. #NBA #Pacers #LWOS

The Boston Celtics are dismal 0-3 to start the season and there’s not just one reason why. Joe Mazzulla needs to consider at least one major change. Maybe even three. #NBA #Celtics #LWOS

In the crowded Western Conference, even a small injury can change the seeding. The good news for the Minnesota Timberwolves is that the hamstring injury to Anthony Edwards came during a softer schedule. #NBA #Timberwolves #LWOS

After the New Orleans Pelicans traded Dyson Daniels to the Atlanta Hawks, he seized every advantage of his increased opportunity. So, surprisingly, his 2025-26 campaign is off to a rocky start. #NBA #Hawks #LWOS

The Indiana Pacers are the epitome of the NBA’s walking wounded in the early going. Here’s an injury update. #NBA #Pacers #LWOS

Gonzaga just landed a top-40 recruit for their 2026 class. A promising small forward will be playing in Spokane for the 2026-27 season. #NCAABasketball #GonzagaBulldogs #LWOS

While the Dallas Mavericks’ star players often dominate headlines, the contributions of three underrated players can be pivotal in shaping the team’s success. #NBA #Mavericks #LWOS

The Toronto Raptors are 1-1 to start 2025-26. The player under the most pressure to play consistently is RJ Barrett. #NBA #Raptors #LWOS

Early in the 2025-26 season, the Grizzlies have shown that they have a dark horse challenger in the Rookie of the Year conversation: 2025 No. 11 pick Cedric Coward. #NBA #Grizzlies #LWOS

The Dallas Mavericks are counting on Kyrie Irving to become their X-factor when he returns. Alongside Anthony Davis and Cooper Flagg, the team will be an offensive powerhouse. #NBA #Mavericks #LWOS

The Houston Rockets are 0-2 to start the season. But, there is one sign Rockets fans should feel encouraged by as they await the team’s first win. #NBA #Rockets #LWOS

While the Denver Nuggets’ acquisition of Cameron Johnson grabbed headlines this offseason, the signing of Jonas Valanciunas might be more impactful. #NBA #Nuggets #LWOS

The Washington Wizards haven’t had a true go-to player since John Wall and Bradley Beal. However, second-year pro Kyshawn George has arrived. #NBA #Wizards #LWOS

The 2026 NBA Draft is considered a strong class, with multiple individuals who can be franchise changers for NBA teams. Here’s our big board. #NBA #NBADraft #LWOS

The Washington Wizards may have drafted a true star in Tre Johnson III. Through his first two NBA games, he has put himself in some of the rookie record books. #NBA #Wizards #LWOS

Second-year guard Ajay Mitchell‘s breakout start has turned a lot of heads, as he’s showing a lot of potential as one of the Thunder’s top reserves. #NBA #Thunder #LWOS

Hall of Fame head coaches are sharply criticizing the NCAA and other stakeholders as NBA G League players sign with college programs. #NCAABasketball #LWOS

News of the FBI’s investigation into illegal sports gambling and poker rings rocked the NBA world Thursday. It has also brought the Los Angeles Lakers into an unwanted spotlight. #NBA #Lakers #LWOS

The Kevin Durant Netflix documentary is officially underway, giving fans an intimate look into one of basketball’s most fascinating careers. #NBA #Rockets #LWOS

Draymond Green doesn’t seem to be retiring just yet. But how long can he keep the Warriors’ heartbeat going before retirement? #NBA #Warriors #LWOS