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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is chasing a third straight MVP - who stops him?
Share your pick, and tell us why you think they're winning it! 👇
rodgerbett1d ago
Luka Doncic
george.patten1d ago
The NBA. Every MVP you win makes you less likely to win the next

Julius Randle has taken inspiration from the Knicks' NBA Championship victory and says he wants to do the same with the Nets. Where are you ranking them among the list of favourites and why?
eoin2d ago
Cmon now
jackgallagher4d ago
Big fan of Julius because of that Knicks run. I think he'll make the Nets fairly decent this season, but nowhere contending

Who is the best scorer the NBA has ever seen? Take away everything else; pure BUCKETS.
Argue for your pick in the comments 👇
eoin5d ago
Its so tempting to go KD, so uniquely unguardable. But if were talking full bag of moves, lethal from everywhere, and just aesthetically pure, for me its Kyrie and Tracy McGrady.

What is your expectation for the 76ers' projected starting five this season? 👀
Some BIG names in that lineup
jackgallagher5d ago
Eastern Conference Finals loss to the Knicks incoming

eoin5d ago
I dont see them coming out of the east actually, id have Miami and new york ahead of Philly. Detroit and Boston Will be strong too. Just dont see them all staying fit

Is LeBron James really no longer the biggest name in sports? If not, who is?
Give us your reasons below 👇
david.comerford7d ago
You have to think who most people worldwide would name as their first athlete, even if they didn't watch or have access to live sport. Messi and Ronaldo top that list IMO
jonathan.gorrie7d ago
Sadly it’s probably Ronaldo, irritating as he is.
aikansh7d ago
If it’s strictly US Sports anyone who doesn’t thinks it’s LeBron James is LYING or JEALOUS!


D'Angelo Russell is available - which NBA team needs him? 👀
The Grizzlies have deemed him surplus to requirements...
gomatz777d ago
Russell is such a streaky player mahn! When he gets going D-Lo can win you games, but that has become rare which is why he is without a team now
eoin9d ago
Hes only 30 right? Someone has to take a gamble as frustrating as he can sometimes be. Would love to see him back in Brooklyn, they could use the playmaking and the experience

Who's been left out of this NBA top 10, and who should be higher? 👀
jackgallagher11d ago
My head nearly fell off when I noticed Anthony Edwards wasn't on this list

jamesshearman2312d ago
So many questions! Where are Anthony Edwards and Kawhi Leonard? KAT just isn’t better than either of them
paddlemypop12d ago
Cade Cunningham is sorely missed from this list. And Jamal Murraybeing on the list at all - are y’all deadass? Got some Canada bias or some shi
How do you think Anthony Edwards and LeBron James would've fared as teammates if he had joined the Timberwolves instead of the 76ers? 🤔
jamesshearman2317d ago
I think you could make a case for the Timberwolves being the best basketball fit for LeBron. They would have been title favourites but it was always unlikely to happen. I could never imagine him in a small market outside of Cleveland
The NBA's expansion plans are gaining momentum - how do you feel about a 32-team league?
We could see an expansion draft in summer 2028 👀
freddie18d ago
More the merrier! It worked in the World Cup 😅
dancoombs18d ago
I want Seattle to have a team, Vegas I couldn’t care too much for. I think the league needs to fix its tanking problem of adding two more teams is going to work
jamesshearman2318d ago
I’m all for it! There is so much talent in the NBA that it should only take 2/3 years for them to be competitive. My only concern is that they’re both in the West and the Timberwolves will likely move East

Past or present, you can only watch ONE basketball player’s highlights for the next year, who are you picking?
Jamal Crawford asked this question on X today, and it's a tough one...
eoin18d ago
Tracy McGrady would be my pick, something about the smoothness of his Game, and Hes as well rounded on offense as anyone ive ever seen
jamesshearman2318d ago
LeBron is the obvious answer. I could watch his 2018 playoff run on repeat. Kyrie Irving would be up there too for his handles & finishing

Will these be the tanking teams in the NBA next season? If not, who is?
aaditya.krishnamurthy25d ago
Watch it be the Pelicans, after Zion pump faked a return for yet another year only to play like 12 games. And hilariously none of these teams will get the #1 pick next year
kilham.max25d ago
Kings forever tanking no matter the circumstances. Can see Pelicans and Bucks also tanking.
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ahambly2325d ago
Completely agree with the Nets and Grizzlies, but unsure if it's worth the Bucks throwing this year if New Orleans can snatch their first pick from them
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The verdict is in! What do you make of the Clippers' punishment for the Kawhi Leonard investigation? 🤯
walkercharlie82826d ago
The money is nothing to Ballmer, although the suspension will sting. Draft picks is very severe and rightly so, but surely Kawhi must miss games and have to pay back more than that. He's the real winner here
scott.russell4530d ago
I believed Leonard should've been suspended for games not just a fine... Leonard & his Uncle were the ones asking for these payments....
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freddie31d ago
Those draft picks could kill em!

Which 2026 Rookie are you most looking forward to seeing on the court? 🏀
aaditya.krishnamurthy32d ago
I’m going to go with Cam Boozer - if he hits his potential I think he’ll better than Dybantsa and Peterson
eoin32d ago
Caleb Wilson, i think Hes gonna surprise US and be better than the top 3. His shooting has come on leaps and bounds and his mentality has impressed me so far. Chicago have a Superstar
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Who will be the next NBA star to join the 50/40/90 club? ➡️
eoin35d ago
I think Joanic could do It, possibly. And for some reason, Anthony edwards feels like a good shout

Who has the NBA'S best starting five going into the new season?
jamesshearman2332d ago
The 76ers!

Tracy McGrady says MVP is bigger than a chip - what's your take? 🏆
aikansh27d ago
Age is showing! T-mac what a terrible take man!!
eoin40d ago
Boring answer but its all about context. Were you the 1 or 2 on a Championship roster, or a role player? Not all rings are made equal

Tell us your favorite moment from the legendary career of Kobe Bryant 💜💛
aikansh27d ago
60 points, farewell game! Epic🫡🔥
The NBA is in for a shake-up - is the Eastern Conference an easier route for Minnesota to the Finals?
Which conference is better in 2028, and why?
eoin42d ago
Think the West could be the easier route, until you factor in wemby...

Which NBA star are you most excited to see on a new team this season? 👀
*Kawhi Leonard's Raptors return remains up in the air
eoin47d ago
Its lamelo for me. Cant wait to see him and ant together and have high hopes for TWolves. Think theyll be in the conference finals

We've picked our top 10 NBA players of all time. Give us yours below 👇
Yaxel Landeborg agrees with our Steph Curry ranking...
jackpresentine51d ago
Michael, Kobe, then LeBron...the phony goat
mrghamm4351d ago
1.MJ 2.Kareem 3.Magic 4.Bird 5.Duncan 6.kobe 7.Shaq 8.Russell 9.Wilt 10.Lebron
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bakerb3g51d ago
Mike, Bron, Kareem, Russ, Kobe, Wilt, Steph, Magic, Larry, Shaq
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Which NBA Christmas Day matchup are you most excited for? 🎅
jamesshearman2352d ago
76ers Lakers by a mile! It’s LeBron vs Luka 🔥
jackgallagher54d ago
Knicks vs Spurs OF COURSE

kiemenjoe54d ago
But I also just pulled up the Christmas day nfl schedule. And TBH not sure ill be catching too much NBA
Ben Simmons explores NBA return - is he the biggest 'what if' of the last decade?
dancoombs56d ago
I think the blame lies only with Ben Simmons. Too late for a meaningful comeback now
eoin56d ago
Simmons was my favorite player in the NBA for three years. Absolutely ridiculous prospect and someone who was earning LeBron/Magic comps. Thought he was gonna be one of the best in the league. What. If.
The NFL's highest-paid running back is guaranteed less than Dillon Brooks — has NBA money lost touch with reality? 🤔
eoin59d ago
We all know the usual explanation. Less players, more to go around, but this one highlights just how much NBA salaries have soared. Dwayne Wade's peak earnings year was less than this. Is there an argument that salaries shouldn't keep rising, Or is it 'the beauty of the free market'?
Including LeBron James, what would your dream 2028 Team USA side look like?
dancoombs60d ago
Jalen Johnson is my tip to force his way in
eoin60d ago
Cade, Ant, Flagg, Tatum and Bam
kiemenjoe60d ago
Im going Brunson, Jalen Brown, Anthony Edwards and Evan Mobley
Kevin Durant has named the 76ers as one of the favourites for the NBA title next season, however, who is your dark horse and why?
eoin60d ago
I'm unbelievably high on the Minnesota timberwolves, especially if Kuminga comes through the door
jamesshearman2360d ago
Dark horse is my Orlando Magic. Better coaching and a healthy team will win 50+ games
dancoombs62d ago
Not exactly a bold take from KD that the team with LeBron is a contender
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Build your 2010s NBA Mount Rushmore now! 🏔️🏀
jamesshearman2360d ago
I think it has to be those 4. There’s an argument for Harden but I can’t look past the playoff struggles
Who is on your NBA 2020s Mount Rushmore? 🏔️
eoin66d ago
Giannis and Jokic I don't gotta explain why. I'm not sold on Shai as a two-time MVP to be honest, amazing team around him. I'm putting Luka in on pure basketball ability and those unforgettable single-game performances, and then give me STEPHEN CURRY, though his spot will go to wemby before the 2020s are done
There are plenty of talented free agents available, but who would be your dream addition and why? 🤔
larryparham0666d ago
It depends on what my team needs at the moment! A healthy James Harden with hunger and a team first dedication would be my dream free agent for this seasons upcoming uphill battle in the East or west.
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Donald Trump has weighed in on the GOAT debate - who are you picking and why? 👀
larryparham0666d ago
Larry Parham I agree with Michael Jordan in regards to the GOAT debate. Just love the game, dissect it, know your role, and perfect your position to contribute to whatever organization you're apart of, and most importantly remain grateful!
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francoisvanoevelen67d ago
Lebron. It is another era that MJ played, You cannot say that Eddy Merckx would beat Pogacar right now. I feel that it is harder to win a ring right now, since there are a lot of foreign players, the best in the world who play now in the NBA. So more competition. In the era of MJ, in my opinion, it was easier to win a ring then.
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dancoombs71d ago
Michael Jordan is the GOAT of the NBA. Trump is right but I don’t care for his comments on LeBron who still deserves more respect