The Lakers' greatest triumph is their defense
Two superstar scorers are important to the cause, but the complete and total team buy-in and talent on the defensive end is crucial.
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Philly has a Jared McCain problem
Daryl Morey could be correct about McCain having no future with the Sixers, leading to his trade. The problem is everything else the team did betrays the real motive here.
It's Trae Young time
The Wizards' would-be star will suit up and will probably sign an extension. Good and good.
The Thunder are collecting enemies
Lu Dort tripped Nikola Jokic and drew the eyes and ire of a dozen fandoms. Are the Thunder villains? Maybe, maybe not. But they are picking up enemies.
Unfortunately, Deandre Ayton is indeed 'not no Clint Capela'
In building a case for his own prominence and pre-eminence, Deandre Ayton shows he has no clue what the Lakers need or how he could rescue his career.