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The Spurs have the achieved their greatest start in franchise history. The Spurs beat the Miami Heat last night to earn a 5-0 record. 5-0! During the game, Sean Elliott and the Spurs honored Bill Schoening, who retired after twenty-four seasons as the radio voice of the franchise. Additionally, there have been online mentions of […]
It’s been a frenetic start to the 2025-26 season for the Atlanta Hawks. Atlanta opened the season with a blowout loss at home against the Toronto Raptors – a performance deemed as “embarrassing” by Trae Young postgame. They bounced back a couple nights later, notching an impressive comeback victory over the Orlando Magic (who have […]
The Charlotte Hornets let a previously inept Magic offense erupt for 123 points and couldn’t keep pace in their second straight loss. The Summary The Magic came into the came the worst jump shooting team both in terms of volume and efficiency. They took few jumpers and made even fewer. So naturally they came out […] The post Recap/Analysis: Hornets defense falters again in loss to Magic first appeared on At The Hive .
We can often get caught up in basketball terminology and the complicated intricacies of the Celtics offense. We’ve also oversimplified it, called it Mazzulla Ball, and said it was just about shooting threes. “Find the 2-on-1. Make the right play versus the 2-on-1. It’s that simple,” Mazzulla frustratingly told former CelticsBlogger Jack Simone during the […]
Austin Reaves’ career has been defined by him stepping up to the challenge. His path from undrafted rookie to Lakers superstar has been a steady upward climb, something not always common in the NBA. Each season, he’s been asked to take on a bigger role and each season, he’s answered the bell. However, the latest […]
The Toronto Raptors (1-4) are 7.5-point underdogs as they try to turn around a four-game losing streak when they visit the Cleveland Cavaliers (3-2) on Friday, October 31, 2025 at Rocket Arena. The matchup airs at 7:30 p.m. ET on FDSOH and TSN. The matchup’s over/under is set at 238.5. Dive into the best bets available (based on our computer predictions) in Friday’s game, before you make an informed wager on the contest. How to Bet on Cavaliers vs. Raptors Pick the Cavaliers (-7.5) to ...
The Phoenix Suns (1-4) will attempt to stop a four-game losing streak when they host the Utah Jazz (2-2) on Friday, October 31, 2025 at PHX Arena as 3.5-point favorites. The matchup airs at 10 p.m. ET on KJZZ, Jazz+, AZFamily, and Suns+. The point total in the matchup is set at 237.5. Our computer predictions for Friday’s game will help you place an informed wager by picking the best bets available. How to Bet on Suns vs. Jazz Pick the Jazz (+3.5) to Cover The Suns’ record against ...
The New Orleans Pelicans (0-4) are heavy underdogs (+11.5) as they attempt to break a four-game losing streak when they visit the Los Angeles Clippers (2-2) at 10:30 p.m. ET on Friday, October 31, 2025 at Intuit Dome. The game airs on Gulf Coast Sports, Pelicans+, and FDSSC. The matchup’s over/under is set at 223.5. Our computer predictions for Friday’s game will help you place an informed wager by picking the best bets available. How to Bet on Clippers vs. Pelicans Pick the Pelicans (...
The Lakers’ brief road trip continues in Memphis where they will take on the Grizzlies (3-2) for the first time this season. This marks the first game of the NBA Cup. Start time and TV schedule Who: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Memphis Grizzlies When: 6:30 p.m. PT, Oct 31 Where: FedEx Forum Watch: Prime Video, Spectrum Sportsnet It’s that time […]
The Rockets might not be doomed after all. Now standing at 2-2 with just under 5% of the season played, the Rockets season might not be a lost cause, and we know now the worst possible record is 2-80, rather than the previous “on pace” numbers of 0-82. With All Hallows Eve, Samhain, or Halloween […]
Last time the Jazz played the Suns, they managed to secure a wild, improbable victory in overtime. Lauri Markkanen scored the first 50-burger since Karl Malone, Ace Bailey struggled with the flu, and Keyonte George continued his impressive start to the season. Tonight is Halloween, and the Suns will be wearing a scary costume—they will […]
Pandomonium struck the Frost Bank Center on Thursday night. The scene was something out of a playoff series victory. Fans went crazy, and the team crowded around the microphone at center court. San Antonio’s superstar, Victor Wembanyama, grabbed the mic and made a statement. “This is years of work for all of us, and now […]
It’s become a cliche, but the upcoming draft is looking very good, especially at the top. The top three players in this draft are all #1 pick worthy, and whoever wins that coveted first spot is going to have a good problem on their hands: who should be that #1 pick Between Cam Boozer, AJ […]
The San Antonio Spurs snapped the Miami Heat’s three-game win streak Thursday night with a 107-101 win. The Spurs are off to a 5-0 start for the first time in franchise history, while the Heat drop to 3-2 in the first leg of this four-game road trip. Miami had chances to capitalize after a 17-1 […] The post Spurs snap Heat’s three-game win streak with 107-101 victory appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
The Toronto Raptors (1-4) will attempt to snap a four-game losing skid when visiting the Cleveland Cavaliers (3-2) at 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday, October 31, 2025 at Rocket Arena. The contest airs on FDSOH and TSN. The Cavaliers head into this contest on the heels of a 125-105 loss to the Celtics on Wednesday. The Raptors are coming off of a 139-121 loss to the Rockets in their most recent outing on Wednesday. In the loss, Jaylon Tyson paced the Cavaliers with 19 points. Scottie Barnes’ team-lea...
The Chicago Bulls (4-0) will attempt to build on a four-game winning stretch when hosting the New York Knicks (2-2) on Friday, October 31, 2025 at United Center. This contest is at 8 p.m. ET on CHSN and MSG. The Knicks are coming off of a 121-111 loss to the Bucks in their most recent game on Tuesday. The Bulls head into this game on the heels of a 126-113 win over the Kings on Wednesday. In the Knicks’ loss, Jalen Brunson led the way with a team-high 36 points (adding four rebounds and thre...
It wasn’t pretty at times, but it was a historic night as the home team held off the Heat for a win to earn the first 5-0 start for the San Antonio Spurs in the existence of the franchise. The game was a series of runs and the Heat’s offensive strategy of quick offense had […]
The Washington Wizards were unable to keep up with the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder during Thursday’s contest at Paycom Center, losing 127-108 on the road. Bilal Coulibaly’s return was the story of the first half for Washington. He hardly showed any signs of rust as he tallied 12 points, six rebounds, three blocks, and […]
The Milwaukee Bucks picked up their fourth win of the season, taking out an early-season Western Conference contender in the Golden State Warriors 120-110, even without Giannis Antetokounmpo. Ryan Rollins followed up his impressive performance from Tuesday night with another career day with his first 30-point game, scoring 32 points on 13/21 shooting. Myles Turner […]
The Portland Trail Blazers have upgraded center Robert Williams III to questionable to play in Friday’s home game against the Denver Nuggets, meaning he could make his season debut. Williams is listed as questionable on the injury report due to his G League assignment with the Rip City Remix. The Blazers assigned Williams to the […]
at Boston Celtics (2-3) at Philadelphia 76ers (4-0) Friday, October 31, 2025 7:00 PM ET Regular Season Game #6 Road Game #4 Emerates NBA Cup Group B Game #1 TV: Amazon Video Radio: 98.5 The Sports Hub, 97.5 The Fanatic, Sirius XM Xfinity Mobile Arena The Celtics travel to Philadelphia to take on the 76ers for the second of 4 games this season. They played in Boston in the first game of the season that Philly won 117-116. They will play one more time in Philadelphia on November ...
According to the Utah Jazz, they have exercised fourth-year rookie-scale team options on Keyonte George, Taylor Hendricks, and Brice Sensabaugh. They also extended third-year rookie-scale team options on Isaiah Collier and Cody Williams. If you’re wondering about Kyle Filipowski, because he was a second-round pick, this doesn’t apply to him. It’s a good sign for […]
The Miami Heat (3-1) hit the road again in this young NBA season to take on the San Antonio Spurs (4-0) at the Frost Bank Center on Thursday night. Norman Powell (groin) remains out for Miami, but Nikola Jovic (hip) is available and will be coming off the bench. Miami Heat: San Antonio Spurs: Starting […] The post GAMETHREAD: Miami Heat (3-1) @ San Antonio Spurs (4-0) appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
The Toronto Raptors (1-4) are 7.5-point underdogs as they attempt to turn around a four-game losing streak when they visit the Cleveland Cavaliers (3-2) on Friday, October 31, 2025 at Rocket Arena. The matchup airs at 7:30 p.m. ET on FDSOH and TSN. The over/under is set at 237.5 for the matchup. Cavaliers vs. Raptors Odds Cavaliers odds to win: -290 Raptors odds to win: +235 Spread: Cavaliers (-7.5) Total: 237.5 How to Bet on Cavaliers vs. Raptors Game Time and Information ...
The Chicago Bulls (4-0) are underdogs (+3.5) as they try to build on a four-game win streak when they host the New York Knicks (2-2) at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, October 31, 2025 at United Center. The game airs on CHSN and MSG. The matchup has an over/under set at 234.5 points. Knicks vs. Bulls Odds Knicks odds to win: -172 Bulls odds to win: +144 Spread: Knicks (-3.5) Total: 234.5 How to Bet on Knicks vs. Bulls Game Time and Information When: Friday, October 31, 2025 at 8 p...