The Houston Rockets were among the most blocked teams in the NBA last season. This year, they look set to be so again. Does it matter? Blocks against (BLKA) are a clunky-sounding NBA statistic with generally clunky applications. Blocks themselves have fallen somewhat out of favor as an evaluative model for rim protectors. BLKA, more than anything, tend to showcase which players … [Read more...] about The Rockets Get Blocked And Just Keep Coming
NBA Rookie Preview: Kyshawn George
Kyshawn George’s rookie season may have gone overlooked with his fellow Wizards’ rookies. George was taken with the 24th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. His now NBA teammate Carlton Carrington began receiving praise before the season even began. Let’s take a look at George’s rookie preview for this upcoming season. NBA Rookie Preview: Kyshawn George Prospect Profile Of … [Read more...] about NBA Rookie Preview: Kyshawn George
Warriors Unknown Commodity Making Case For Rotation Minutes
On Tuesday, the Golden State Warriors got their second win of the season and their first since Stephen Curry’s ankle sprain after completing a comeback against the New Orleans Pelicans. Before doing so, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr made the decision to rework the starting lineup. With Curry and Andrew Wiggins (lower back strain) out, Buddy Hield and Brandin Podziemski started … [Read more...] about Warriors Unknown Commodity Making Case For Rotation Minutes
NBA Rookie Preview: Ja’Kobe Walter
Ja’Kobe Walter had a solid season in his freshman year at Baylor. Walter’s rookie season will hope to bring a versatile wing that can fulfill a valuable archetype in today’s NBA. He was selected by a Raptors team not expected to be amongst the game’s best, so he should receive opportunities in his rookie season. Let’s take a look at Walter’s rookie preview for the upcoming … [Read more...] about NBA Rookie Preview: Ja’Kobe Walter
Hawks Draft Pick Makes Concerning Comment About NBA Jump
When the Atlanta Hawks landed the No. 1 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, they could’ve went in several directions. At the time, they were still deciding between Trae Young and Dejounte Murray. No matter who they stuck with, they could’ve put together a trade package for a sidekick. Blockbuster trades don’t just grow on trees. Still, there was a lot of movement among the stars at the … [Read more...] about Hawks Draft Pick Makes Concerning Comment About NBA Jump