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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been scorching hot this postseason Averaging 30 points per game in the playoffs, SGA isn’t just scoring—he’s doing it efficiently and against a variety of defenders. According to NBA Stats, here’s a look at how he’s performed against some of his primary defenders in the playoffs: Defenders He’s Dominated: Myles Turner: 8-12 FG (66.7%) Donte DiVincenzo: 7-11 FG (63.6%) Nikola Jokić: 18-29 FG (62.1%) Jamal Murray: 16-28 FG (57.1%) Jaden McDaniels: 17-32 FG (53.1%) Scotty Pippen Jr: 14-27 FG (51.9%) Christian Braun: 36-73 FG (49.3%) SGA’s overall postseason FG%: 47.2% Defenders Who’ve Held Their Own: Julius Randle:…
In a league ruled by superstars, headline trades, and seismic free agency moves, Jonathan Kuminga continues to wait in the shadows—quiet, but ready. The Miami Heat have set their sights on the biggest names: Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Durant—franchise-defining icons capable of altering a team’s destiny overnight. But if those high-stakes pursuits come up short, the Heat already know who’s next on their list. “Miami has prioritized pursuits of Giannis Antetokounmpo (if he became available this summer) and Durant (whom they’re actively trying to acquire) on their wish list ahead of Kuminga, who’s viewed as a fallback…
Jeff Weltman Praises Desmond Bane After Blockbuster Move to Orlando Orlando Magic President Jeff Weltman had high praise for Desmond Bane following the team’s aggressive pursuit of the standout guard. Weltman made it clear that acquiring Bane wasn’t just a move — it was a priority. “We’ve valued Desmond Bane very highly for quite some time,” Weltman said. “There are only a handful of players in the league where, if they become available, you go all-in. Bane is definitely one of those guys. Honestly, I didn’t expect him to be on the market, but once we found out…
Heat’s Perfect Complementary Star for Bam Adebayo Is Clear — And It’s Not Kevin Durant, Experts Say As trade rumors swirl and teams gear up for a busy offseason, the Miami Heat find themselves at a familiar crossroads: one star away from serious contention. While Kevin Durant’s name has been linked to Miami in recent weeks, NBA analysts believe the perfect co-star for Bam Adebayo may be someone else entirely. According to recent expert discussions, the ideal fit next to Bam isn’t another ball-dominant scorer like Durant, but rather a high-level perimeter creator who can space the floor,…
Blockbuster Trade Proposal: Nets Send Kevin Durant to Pacers in Exchange for Young Talent and Picks In a bold hypothetical trade that could reshape the NBA landscape, the Indiana Pacers are rumored to be exploring a deal to acquire Brooklyn Nets superstar Kevin Durant. The proposed package would send center Kel’el Ware, veteran wing Andrew Wiggins, sharpshooter Duncan Robinson, and a 2025 first-round pick to Brooklyn in exchange for the two-time NBA Finals MVP. Durant, now 36 but still among the league’s elite scorers, would instantly elevate the Pacers into Eastern Conference contention. Pairing Durant with Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal…
Five-Star Tight End LJ Smith Hears from Duke Early in Recruitment LJ Smith, a rising five-star tight end prospect in the 2026 recruiting class, has already started generating buzz among elite college football programs — and Duke University is among the first to reach out. At 6-foot-5 and 235 pounds, Smith combines size, athleticism, and high football IQ, making him one of the most coveted tight ends in his class. Hailing from Charlotte, North Carolina, his presence has already been felt on the high school scene, with dominant performances both as a pass catcher and a run blocker. Scouts and…
UNC Basketball: Tar Heel women will meet Texas in ACC-SEC Challenge. UNC Women’s Basketball to Battle Final Four Texas in ACC–SEC Challenge. The third annual ACC–SEC Women’s Basketball Challenge just got a marquee matchup: on Thursday, December 4, 2025, the North Carolina Tar Heels will head to Austin to face the Texas Longhorns at the Moody Center . This marks only the second-ever meeting between these programs—and the first in 45 years. Their only previous clash came on January 11, 1981, when UNC edged Texas 75–73 in Chapel Hill . UNC enters the 2025–26 session riding high off…
The Miami Heat are a team to watch in potential sign-and-trade talks for Jonathan Kuminga, per Michael Scotto Still just 22, Kuminga is coming off a breakout season with the Warriors — averaging 16.1 PPG on 52% shooting. He’s an athletic two-way forward with star potential — and Heat Culture might just unlock the best version of him. Should Miami go all-in on Kuminga?