With the 2019-2020 NBA season about to start, I’ve made a list of my power rankings with all 30 teams. These power rankings take into account a team’s players, potential, injury proneness, chemistry, and longevity. Eastern Conference Philadelphia 76ers Milwaukee Bucks Boston Celtics Brooklyn Nets Toronto Raptors Indiana Pacers Miami Heat Orlando Magic Detroit Pistons …
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Data Analysis Vol. 1: How Westbrook fits into the Rockets’ System
On July 11, the Oklahoma City Thunder traded Russell Westbrook to the Houston Rockets in exchange for Chris Paul, a 2024 first round pick, a 2026 first round pick, a 2021 swap, and a 2025 swap. Houston sacrificing its future and going all in on a championship in the next 1-2 years begs the question: …
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Free Agency and the Rise of Duos
Coming into this year’s offseason, the big question on everyone’s minds was whether or not Kawhi Leonard would stay with the reigning champs. The Toronto Raptors certainly made a good case for Kawhi Leonard to resign. They welcomed him with open arms in hopes that he could finally bring them a banner. They developed a …
The Lottery and the League’s Future
The NBA Draft Lottery granted the New Orleans Pelicans their second ever #1 pick. In 2012, after a controversial failed attempt to trade their star player, Chris Paul, to the Lakers, the Pelicans received their first ever #1 pick. Now, after high-profile trade drama involving the Lakers and Anthony Davis that never resulted in a …
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