In the Week 14 edition of the 2017-18 Kia Rookie Ladder, we check in on the five rookies who are making the biggest impact so far this season.
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Kevin Durant might not be able to score in his sleep, but he can do it with just one shoe and mix in some defense for good measure. The Warriors’ star forward lost a sneaker while driving to the rim early in the second quarter on Friday night. He made the layup anyway, then picked…
Nikola Jokic did Jokic things … and even some stuff we don’t see too often. The champs opened with a W. The Dubs had a vintage 3rd quarter, but the Suns rallied back. And just like that, we’re underway. Want to get the Starting 5 delivered to you each day? Tap here. THE LINEUP Murray pulls out The…
Tatum’s absence comes as the Celtics are attempting to establish a stronger foothold in the Eastern Conference playoff race. Boston’s search for stability continues, albeit without Jayson Tatum for at least one night. The Celtics’ All-Star forward would miss Monday’s game against the Grizzlies due to illness, the team announced before tipoff. Tatum is averaging…
After playing against the Warriors throughout his career, Chris Paul is now a part of their team. In the eight seasons that Stephen Curry has been healthy and Steve Kerr has been the coach, the Golden State Warriors have had five top-five offenses. In those same eight seasons, Chris Paul’s teams have also had five…
* * * Ben Simmons has drawn some LeBron James comparisons. What superstar’s game do you see glimpses of in a rookie this season? * * * Steve Aschburner: My first instinct was to compare Chicago’s Lauri Markkanen to the Knicks’ Kristaps Porzingis for their length, their international backgrounds and their 3-point proficiency. But then…
Anthony Davis and the Lakers saw their chance at a last-second win vs. the Clippers rim out Thursday. LOS ANGELES — The dejected feeling became apparent with Anthony Davis’ initial silence, his dejected look and his self criticism. Only moments ago, Davis threw up a floater that rimmed in and out as time expired. It…
