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Welcome to the Game Thread. Veterans of the Game Thread know how we do things around here, but for all you newbies we have a few rules. Our community guidelines apply and basically say be cool, no personal attacks, don’t troll and don’t swear too much. The Spurs have only played two games so far this year, […]
The Spurs are back and Victor Wembenyama is quickly becoming the new face of the NBA. The 0-2 Nets are hoping for the same fortunes as San Antonio. Until that day, the two meet in a lopsided matinee — the first of a Texas back-to-back — with KD and the Rockets awaiting in Houston. KEY […]
The New York Knicks play basketball today. The New York Knicks are also pristine, boasting an impeccable 2-0 record to lead the League. Here’s a bunch of quotes before the Knicks embark on a three-game road trip, starting today in South Beach. Mike Brown On Tyler Kolek’s performances: “He has versatility, toughness on both ends […]
The Mavericks are 0-2. They have had few competitive minutes in the fourth quarters of the two games they have played. It is essential that they come out swinging against Toronto today. The Raptors have looked good through two games, and play the style of basketball that the Mavericks are trying to play. They’re second […]
So not only did the Chicago Bulls win their home opener for the first time since 2021-22, but they have started the year 2-0 for the first time since that same season. PLAYOFFS HERE WE COME! Box Score & Players Grades: Bulls 110, Magic 98 – October 25, 2025 I do not advise anyone to drastically change their views of this team after two games. As I said after Game 1, we are going to need a multi-week sample size before re-evaluating where the organization stands and wh...
Herald Celtics struggling with predictable problem amid 0-2 start Globe From opening tip with ‘Roundball Rock’ on, NBA return to NBC off to a good start Game 3: Celtics-Pistons preview, injury report, notes Braintree’s Nicolas Timberlake taken by Maine Celtics in NBA G League Draft CelticsBlog Three big questions as Celtics look for their first […]
Herald Celtics struggling with predictable problem amid 0-2 start Globe From opening tip with ‘Roundball Rock’ on, NBA return to NBC off to a good start Game 3: Celtics-Pistons preview, injury report, notes Braintree’s Nicolas Timberlake taken by Maine Celtics in NBA G League Draft CelticsBlog Three big questions as Celtics look for their first win in Detroit Are the Celtics now immune to criticism? Celtics need more cowbell NESN Luke Kornet’s Spurs Production Already Has Celtics...
Boston Celtics (0-2) at Detroit Pistons (1-1)Sunday, October 26, 20253:30 PM ETRegular Season Game #3, Road Game #2TV: NBCSB, FDSNDT, NBA-LPRadio: 98.5 Sports Hub, 97.1 The Ticket, SiriusXMLittle Caesars Arena After losses to the Knicks and 76ers, the Celtics look for their first win of the season as they visit the Detroit Pistons. This is […]
This evening’s game at the United Center might, to some, look like just another good test for a young Blackhawks team against a stronger veteran lineup in the Western Conference that many feel could be a contender. But for some others, there’s a bittersweet significance. On Saturday, the Los Angeles Kings activated their captain, future Hall of Fame center , off injured reserve. Which means he’s available for tonight to be the final time he skates against the Blackhawks at the United Cent...
The Knicks (2-0) hit the road for the first time in 2025-26, heading down to South Beach to start a three-game road trip against the Miami Heat (1-1) in a rekindling of a rivalry that, while peaking in the 1990s, still has animosity to this day. The Heat lost in a close, high-scoring battle to […]
Shortly after the Sixers dispatched the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night, backup center Andre Drummond emerged from the home locker room, wearing a T-shirt and his blue game shorts. His 6-year-old son Deion trailed behind. “C’mon, slowpoke,” Drummond said gently. The two of them would appear to be as close as can be, as indicated by a 2021 […]
The Portland Trail Blazers’ first road game of the 2025-2026 season has them facing off against the revamped Los Angeles Clippers. Tipping off tonight at 6pm, the Blazers aspire to take home their second-ever win at the Intuit Dome. The Los Angeles Clippers made numerous notable moves this off-season: Bradley Beal, following his unceremonious buyout […]
Not in the winner’s circle yet. The Brooklyn Nets faced the Cleveland Cavaliers in the home opener on Friday night and almost pulled off a miraculous comeback before ultimately falling short. the opponent today has gotten off to a heck of a start. Optimism in San Antonio is through the roof as the Spurs are […]
Stephon Castle continues to receive notice. He, along with Shai-Gilegous Alexander and Evan Mobely will have gold NBA Logoman patches on their jerseys this year. The Kia trio of NBA of NBA honorees (ROTY, MVP, and DPOY respectively) were recognized by Topps, the collectible card maker. The patches will be worn during games and then […]
Will Adrian Kempe score for the Los Angeles Kings versus the Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday? Stats and trends are provided below, to help you make the right wager before the puck drops at 7:00 PM ET. Adrian Kempe Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Blackhawks Anytime Goal Odds: +160 (Bet $10 to win $16.00 if he scores a goal) Kempe Goals Betting Stats In one game Kempe has played with a set points prop (out of two opportunities), he’s eclipsed the prop total. Kempe has recorded a point in se...
Is Frank Nazar going to score a goal on Sunday, when his Chicago Blackhawks face the Los Angeles Kings at 7:00 PM ET? Stats and trends are provided here, to help you make the right call. Frank Nazar Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Kings Anytime Goal Odds: +270 (Bet $10 to win $27.00 if he scores a goal) Nazar Goals Betting Stats Nazar has eclipsed his points prop bet in every game he’s played with a set points prop (two total opportunities). Through eight games, Nazar has nine points, ...
Will Connor Bedard score for the Chicago Blackhawks versus the Los Angeles Kings, on Sunday at 7:00 PM ET? Stats and info to help you make the right wager are provided in this article. Connor Bedard Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Kings Anytime Goal Odds: +200 (Bet $10 to win $20.00 if he scores a goal) Bedard Goals Betting Stats Out of two opportunities, Bedard has gone over his points prop bet in one game he’s played with a set points prop. Over eight games, Bedard has tallied seven ...
Will Ryan Donato score for the Chicago Blackhawks versus the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday? Stats and info are provided here, to help you make the best bet before the game starts at 7:00 PM ET. Ryan Donato Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Kings Anytime Goal Odds: +265 (Bet $10 to win $26.50 if he scores a goal) Donato Goals Betting Stats Donato has not yet topped a points prop bet in any game he’s played this year (two opportunities with a set points prop). Donato has recorded a point in ...
The Atlanta Hawks were unable to take their first home victory of the new season on Saturday night at State Farm Arena, falling short 117-100 at the hands of the NBA’s defending champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder. Nickeil Alexander-Walker led the Hawks in scoring with 17 points, while Trae Young notched a double-double with 15 […]
What: Charlotte Hornets (1-1) (0-1 away) at Washington Wizards (1-1) (0-0 home) When: 6:00pm Eastern Where: Capital One Arena, Washington DC How to watch: FanDuel Sports Southeast, NBA League Pass Game Lines: Hornets +2.5, Hornets money line +115, O/U 232.5 I’m kind of surprised the Hornets are underdogs here. It’s probably my bias, but the […] The post Charlotte Hornets vs Washington Wizards Preview: Game 3 first appeared on At The Hive .
The 2-0 Milwaukee Bucks are squaring up against the 1-1 Cleveland Cavaliers on the road tonight. The Cavs emerged victorious in all four meetings between these teams last season, and they’re projected to be just as dangerous this year. This game will be a good litmus test to see where the Bucks stack up in […]
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Indiana PacersDate: October 26th, 2025Time: 6:00 PM CDTLocation: Target CenterTelevision Coverage: FanDuel Sports Network – NorthRadio Coverage: Wolves App, iHeart Radio Perhaps Jeff Bezos could’ve saved himself a few hundred million dollars by buying the WWE streaming rights instead of the NBA. Because whatever we watched Friday night in L.A. was straight […]
With the Dallas Mavericks opening at 0-2, people are questioning Jason Kidd’s decision to start Duke rookie Cooper Flagg at point guard. Actually, he calls him point forward, but potato potahto. Here’s what he said on his podcast as quoted on the Smoking Cuban: “I wanna go on the record really emphatically. This ‘Flagg playing […]
1. How does Boston respond after an 0-2 start? Two games into the season, the Celtics are still looking for their first win. Granted, their two opponents — Philadelphia and New York — have high postseason ambitions, but that’s beside the point. Against the 76ers, Boston blew a 13-point fourth-quarter lead. On Friday night against […]
They give out a Pulitzer Prize for Criticism, but to my knowledge, the award has never gone to a Celtics writer. Not sure why. Criticism isn’t inherently positive or negative, it’s just an analysis of the quality of things. And here in Boston, we have a long history of criticizing our team, and I personally […]