What hole does sports fill in our lives?
On our thirst for competition, our awe of craft and the deep tapestry of stories basketball provides us.
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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.
The '40 before 20' rule is silly
Teams with great regular season records are likely to win the title, news at 11.
Rick Carlisle is right and wrong
The Pacers coach went after the NBA for fining them for tanking-related reasons. He has a point, but not all the points.