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NBA MVP Watch: April 4th
HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 NBA MVP race after 22 weeks of basketball. »Read More
NBA Chat With Lang Greene 4/3/13
Lang’s chat begins Wednesday night at 8:00pm EST. Get your questions in now, everything NBA related is up for discussion. »Read More
NBA PM: Nerlens Noel Still the Top Pick?
Nerlens Noel hasn't played a game since February, but he's still climbing draft boards ... Looking at the NBA's 2013 free agent class ... Seattle group gives presentation to NBA »Read More
NBA AM: Teams Investing In Diminishing Returns
There is a growing list of players whose production on the court has diminished in recent years but are still owed big money on the cap »Read More
NBA PM: Hibbert, Pacers Take Pride In Defense
Roy Hibbert talks about the Pacers' commitment to defense... Jay-Z enters the sports agency world... NBA comments on Greg Willard's passing... Carmelo Anthony talks Knicks... »Read More
The Psychology and Neuroscience of Choking
Dr. Travis Heath examines the phenomenon that is known as “choking" and why it occurs with NBA players. »Read More
Can Clippers Best Grizzlies’ Defense?
If the Memphis Grizzlies host the Los Angeles Clippers in a first-round rematch, can the Clippers overcome the Grizzlies' stiffing defense? »Read More
Efficient J.R. Smith Leads Streaking Knicks
The New York Knicks started streaking once J.R. Smith stopped settling. An in-depth statistical look at the best three-week stretch of Smith’s career. »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: April 2nd
Some good news for the Rookie Watch was the return of Andre Drummond and Bradley Beal from injury this week. »Read More
NBA PM: The Unsung Hero of 2013 Free Agency?
Is the real impact player in free agency flying under the radar? ... Should the Miami HEAT be fined for resting players? ... Carmelo Anthony says healthy New York Knicks can contend »Read More
NBA Chat With Stephen Brotherston 4/1/13
Stephen Brotherston hosts his weekly NBA Chat every Monday at 3pm ET covering the Toronto Raptors and the NBA. »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 22
After a lengthy slump, the N.Y. Knicks are suddenly hot, winners of eight straight - now sixth in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 22 »Read More
Can Anyone Beat the San Antonio Spurs?
The Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas Mavericks and Utah Jazz continue to jockey for eighth but are they any match for the San Antonio Spurs? »Read More
NBA Chat With Bill Ingram 4/1/13
Catch up on the latest news, rumors and predictions with HOOPSWORLD's Bill Ingram every Monday at 11:00 AM Eastern. »Read More
NBA AM: John Wall’s Play Silences Critics
John Wall has been outstanding this season, silencing his critics and proving that he's as good as advertised. ... Can any East team challenge the Miami HEAT? ... Hasheem Thabeet developing with Oklahoma City... »Read More
NBA Sunday: The League’s Deepest Team?
The LA Clippers may feature the NBA's most talented roster... Tobias Harris breaking out in Orlando... J.R. Smith searing in New York. »Read More
HOOPSWORLD Week In Review
HOOPSWORLD reviews some of this week's top stories in case you missed them the first time around. »Read More
NBA Chat With Derek Page 3/30/13
Join HOOPSWORLD NBA Writer Derek Page as he hosts his weekly chat at a special time this Saturday at 6 PM ET. Shoot your questions in now. »Read More
Fantasy Focus: Looking To 2013-14
As fantasy basketball leagues are nearing the end, the diehards are already looking ahead. Whose names should be circled for the 2013-14 season? »Read More
NBA Chat With Susan Bible 3/30/13
Susan Bible's NBA Chat will kick off this Saturday, 3/30/13, at 11:00 am EST. Get your questions in now... »Read More
NBA Saturday: Draft Boards Shifting
Trey Burke improves his draft stock the deeper Michigan goes in the NCAA tourney, but the same can't be said for Cody Zeller of Indiana... Yannis Koutroupis and Stephen Brotherston debate the strength of... »Read More
Kyle Korver Will Be Free Agent In Demand
Kyle Korver has hit a three-pointer in 65 consecutive games. The veteran specialist will be a free agent in demand this summer. »Read More
NBA PM: Paul George Ready To Lead Pacers
The Indiana Pacers are in good hands without Danny Granger ... Breaking down Coach of the Year ... Taj Gibson talks about "collaring" the HEAT ... »Read More
Can The Hawks Threaten The HEAT In Playoffs?
The playoffs are on the horizon and the Miami HEAT and Atlanta Hawks paths may cross. Can Atlanta threaten the defending champs? »Read More
NBA AM: The Lakers’ Ultimate Undoing
The Lakers have had a tumultuous season, but all the drama is not going to ultimately be their undoing... Which big man do you trust the most as a finisher? Butler head coach Brad... »Read More
Indiana Pacers React To Loss Of Danny Granger
Danny Granger is done for the season, but the Indiana Pacers firmly believe they can contend without him. »Read More
Losing Granger Not Disastrous for Pacers
Danny Granger will undergo knee surgery that will keep him out through the summer, but it won't hurt the Indiana Pacers' playoff hopes. »Read More
NBA PM: Who Wins Sixth Man of the Year?
Who will win the 2012-13 NBA Sixth Man of the Year award? HOOPSWORLD looks at the candidates ... Catching up with Augustus Gilchrist ... March Madness coverage »Read More
NBA Chat With Joel Brigham, 3/28/13
Join Joel Brigham this Thursday at 1:00pm ET to chat about all things NBA, from the impending playoffs to the potential NBA stars of March Madness. Get your questions in early, and be... »Read More
NBA Rumors Chat With Steve Kyler 3/28/13
HOOPSWORLD Publisher Steve Kyler will hold his weekly chat at 10:30am EST on Thursdays. Drop in your questions regarding NBA trades, the NBA Draft, roster moves or questions about your team. »Read More
NBA MVP Watch: March 28th
HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 NBA MVP race after 21 weeks of basketball. »Read More
Miami’s Streak Snapped, So What’s Next?
The Miami HEAT saw their 27-game win streak snapped in Chicago on Wednesday; what's next for the defending champs? »Read More
NBA Chat With Lang Greene 3/27/13
Lang’s chat begins Wednesday night at 8:00pm EST. Get your questions in now, everything NBA related is up for discussion. »Read More
NBA PM: Mavericks Make Push for 8th Seed
The Dallas Mavericks' season seemed all but over several weeks ago. Now, they're one game out of the eighth seed. Will they make the playoffs for the 13th year in a row? »Read More
Home Court Advantage No Guarantee for Clippers
After a hot start to the season, the Los Angeles Clippers have struggled as of late, allowing the Denver Nuggets and Memphis Grizzlies to close ground quickly. »Read More
NBA AM: Celtics Aren’t Better Without Rondo
After reeling off a string of wins after Rajon Rondo went down to injury, the Boston Celtics are fading fast. The team is not better without Rondo »Read More
Who Represents New York in NBA Playoffs?
Which team, the New York Knicks or the Brooklyn Nets, is the more serious contender in the Eastern Conference? »Read More
NBA Chat With Stephen Brotherston 3/26/13
Stephen Brotherston weekly NBA Chat covering the Toronto Raptors and the NBA will run on Tuesday at 8pm ET this week only. »Read More
NBA PM: How March Madness Affects Draft
Many of the top prospects have struggled in the 2013 NCAA Tournament. How will that affect their draft stock? ... Rashard Lewis loving life in Miami ... March Madness coverage »Read More
Knicks’ Rookie Chris Copeland Can Score
The New York Knicks' 29-year-old rookie Chris Copeland has his defensive deficiencies, but this kid can score. »Read More
NBA AM: Can The HEAT Get 34 Straight?
The Miami HEAT are not exactly blowing teams out in their 27-win streak, but are they good enough to get to 34 wins and break a 41-year old record?... No virtue in staying... »Read More
NBA Rookie Watch: March 26th
Will injuries shake up HOOPSWORLD's Rookie Watch in the final month of the season? »Read More
NBA PM: Free Agency Weighing On Utah Jazz?
The Utah Jazz are taking themselves out of the playoff picture ... Al Jefferson talks Jazz, free agency ... The NBA's other impressive winning streak »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 21
The Houston Rockets are climbing up the NBA Power Rankings while the Boston Celtics are starting to fade. The NBA 21 weeks in . . . »Read More
Could Bulls Defeat Pacers in Playoffs?
Is this finally the year that the Indiana Pacers leapfrog the Chicago Bulls in the Central Division, and which should have higher hopes in the playoffs? »Read More
NBA Chat with Bill Ingram 03/25/13
Catch up on the latest news, rumors and predictions with HOOPSWORLD's Bill Ingram every Monday at 11:00 AM Eastern. »Read More
NBA AM: Is Perkins The Key To A Title In OKC?
As good as the Thunder are as a team, Kendrick Perkins might be one of the most important pieces... The Worst job In sports... So is Shabazz Muhammad really 20?... NBA Chat at... »Read More
Sunday Topic: NBA’s Best Rebuilding Team?
Which rebuilding team has the brightest future? HOOPSWORLD's analysts give their thoughts. »Read More
Cleveland Cavaliers: A Team on the Rise
With a core of young talent and financial flexibility, the Cleveland Cavaliers look to be a team on the verge of success. »Read More
NBA Sunday: Blazers Vow To Fight For Playoffs
The Blazers were thought to be dead in the water, but after two huge road victories they’re still alive in West’s playoff race »Read More
HOOPSWORLD Week In Review
Unearthing the nonverbal NBA ... Does John Wall deserve a max contract? ... Can the HEAT catch the 71-72 Lakers? ... Are the Grizzlies better without Rudy Gay? ... And more! »Read More
NBA Chat With Derek Page 3/23/13
Join HOOPSWORLD NBA Writer Derek Page as he hosts his weekly chat every Saturday at 5:00 pm EST. Shoot your questions in now. »Read More
Will the Lakers Make the Playoffs?
Even with Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol back in action and ready to roll, can the Los Angeles Lakers hold on to make the postseason? »Read More
NCAA Saturday: Most Unlikely Final 4 Teams
VCU made a shocking appearance in the 2011 Final Four, but they're not even close to the most shocking in NCAA history... It turns out there's a reason Shabazz Muhammad has always been better... »Read More
Rebuilding Magic Using Thunder as Model
Orlando Magic general manager Rob Hennigan is trying to duplicate the Oklahoma City Thunder's blueprint for success. »Read More
NBA PM: The Trade Deadline’s Real Winners?
Was the NBA trade deadline's real winner a sleeper? ... Kevin Martin confident in Thunder ... Shabazz Muhammad's birth certificate scandal ... »Read More
NBA Salary Cap Chat With Larry Coon 3/22/13
Larry Coon the noted author of the CBAFAQ, will answer your Salary Cap and Collective Bargaining Agreement questions. Larry will answers your questions about the Salary Cap, NBA trades and the new CBA at... »Read More
If the NBA Playoffs Started Today: West
Whoever survives the West to make the NBA Finals will be seriously tested. What are the matchups based on the current standings? »Read More
NBA AM: Free Agency Stock On The Decline
Which NBA players have seen their stock decline the most heading into free agency? Let’s take a look … »Read More
NBA PM: Who Improved Free Agency Stock?
Which NBA players improved their stock heading into free agency? ... Jrue Holiday discusses the 76ers' disappointing season ... Von Wafer back from China ... March Madness coverage »Read More
NBA Chat With Joel Brigham, 3/21/13
Join Joel Brigham this Thursday at 1:00pm ET to chat about all things hoops, from the oncoming NBA playoffs to the NCAA tournament. Get your questions in early, and be back here Thursday... »Read More
NBA Rumors Chat With Steve Kyler 3/21/13
HOOPSWORLD Publisher Steve Kyler will hold his weekly chat at 10:30am EST on Thursdays. Drop in your questions regarding NBA trades, the NBA Draft, roster moves or questions about your team. »Read More
NBA AM: Now Or Never For Pacers And Grizzlies
The Memphis Grizzlies and Indiana Pacers have some scary situation brewing in free agency... The Draft value of the NCAA Tournament... The Future in Miami... NBA Chats at 10:30 and 1pm EST »Read More
NBA MVP Watch: March 21st
HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 MVP race after 20 weeks of NBA basketball. »Read More
NBA Chat With Lang Greene 3/20/13
Lang’s chat begins Wednesday night at 8:00pm EST. Get your questions in now, everything NBA related is up for discussion. »Read More

































































