It still feels like the 2020-21 NBA season just ended. Wait, it did. And then the draft and Olympics happened almost immediately. Read more…
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The world is closing the gap… but there’s still a gap
When Team USA’s men’s basketball squad lost against France to officially begin Olympic play on July 25, the doubts were significantly heightened. Read more…
Team USA takes out all its frustrations on Iran, but it’ll only get tougher from here
OK, look, Team USA wasn’t losing to Iran. Read more…
Team USA men’s basketball begins gold medal chase with revenge on their minds
Amid all the chaos, and now finally fully rostered, does Team USA have enough to win the gold medal? The short answer is yes, but as we know regarding international play, chemistry is much more of a deciding factor than the talent of your roster alone. Read more…
Run it back? Can they take a breath first?
The Milwaukee Bucks and Phoenix Suns will have exactly ten weeks — 70 days — between the conclusion of their NBA Finals battle and the start of training camp for the 2021-22 NBA season, set for September 28 . And, if this sounds like enough time to prepare with regard to an NBA season, allow […]
Giannis did it, dammit
It’s what you see when you squint on draft night. They walk up to that podium — in normal times at least — too skinny in that suit. They’re always too skinny. But every fan starts doing it, imagining nights like Tuesday’s, and the path to get there. What the offense will look like, how […]
Deadspin waffles: Why the Bucks will win Game 6… aaand why they won’t
Jeff Teague is on the verge of winning a championship. Read more…
Giannis and Jrue shut us up
Always trust your gut. Read more…
Who should be ‘next men up’ for Team USA if more replacements are needed?
This is not what the R&R Partners meant by “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.” Read more…
Giannis breaks down his block … and his bathroom breaks
“Blocked by Antetokounmpo” doesn’t quite have the same ring to it as “Blocked by James, ” but the play itself might’ve been just as good. Read more…