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Thunder in crisis
OKC is 6-6 since their 24-1 start had us talking about history. Did Chris Finch really sacrifice himself to stop them? Or is it something else?
The Celtics are good enough
Even if Jayson Tatum can't return this season and perform at a high level, Boston is capable of making a deep playoff run. Jaylen Brown and the team's margin game are that good.
Are the Clippers running toward nothing?
Come closer and see, see into the dark. Just follow your eyes. The Clippers are winning games in commanding fashion. Kawhi Leonard looks like a top-5 player. What's real?
To fix tanking, enhance the punishment
Tactical tanking can have huge benefits and minimal real costs. Change the latter part of the equation to deter the activity.