This season, the Milwaukee Bucks are 25-18 when Andre Jackson Jr. starts. Conversely, they’re 5-6 when doesn’t. Yet, Bucks head coach Doc Rivers has demoted the UConn alum, opting to bring him off the bench largely due to concerns about how he fits alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo: “His numbers were not great, especially with Giannis on the floor,” Rivers says (h/t The … [Read more...] about Key Bucks Defender Could Be Available For Offseason Trade
The Curious Case of the Rockets in Back-To-Back Games
The Houston Rockets are enjoying a phenomenal, much better-than-expected season competing for a top-four playoff seed. They’re doing so right off the back of a phenomenal, much better-than-expected season going .500. But in back-to-back seasons, the better-than-expected Rockets have suffered from a major tweak in the spine. The Rockets struggle mightily with back-to-backs. The … [Read more...] about The Curious Case of the Rockets in Back-To-Back Games
Best Fits For Rasheer Fleming In The 2025 NBA Draft
Saint Joseph’s forward Rasheer Fleming has been one of the best forward and upperclassmen prospects in this draft cycle. His ability to space the floor and utilize his athleticism on both ends is what makes him an intriguing prospect. His demonstrated talent allowed him to rank highly on big boards and mock drafts. Let’s dive into the best fits for Rasheer Fleming among the … [Read more...] about Best Fits For Rasheer Fleming In The 2025 NBA Draft
Is The Rockets’ Starting Lineup Situation Any Clearer?
The Houston Rockets have seemingly made a decision on how to handle their long-impending starting lineup conundrum. On Friday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves, they elected to have career starter Jabari Smith Jr. make his injury return coming off the bench. But the Rockets still have yet another starter on his way back from injury. Is it any clearer yet how the Rockets’ … [Read more...] about Is The Rockets’ Starting Lineup Situation Any Clearer?
Breaking Down Rockets’ Remaining Strength of Schedule
The Houston Rockets will hope to relaunch from the All-Star break all systems-go. The early tear they cut through the Western Conference that took them to the two-seed had petered out of late. Injuries, particularly to team pilot and starting lead point guard Fred VanVleet, had knocked them off course. But he and power forward Jabari Smith Jr will soon return. Will it be enough … [Read more...] about Breaking Down Rockets’ Remaining Strength of Schedule