Caris LeVert

2020-21 NBA Eastern Conference Preview

December 22, 2020 Lee Branscome 0

We didn’t have to wait very long. The 2020-21 NBA season tips off on Tuesday tonight, and here are my rankings for the teams in the Eastern Conference, from first to worst.  Stats from last season, key departures, key additions, and an outlook for each squad are included.  You can [ . . . ]

Aleksej Pokusevski Scouting Report

December 21, 2020 Dustin Barnes 0

The Thunder gave up a lot — Ricky Rubio and two 2020 first-round picks — to move up to the 17th spot in the draft and select Pokusevski, but it was a reasonable move given that he was the youngest prospect in the class and has so much upside.  A [ . . . ]

Anthony Davis

NBA 2020-21 Western Conference Preview

December 21, 2020 Brendan O'Sullivan 0

The 2020-21 NBA season tips off tomorrow, so here’s a look at the teams in the Western Conference, from worst to first.  You can see how each team’s roster is shaping up by checking out Hoops Prospects’ NBA Depth Charts.   15.  Oklahoma City Thunder The Thunder overachieved last season, finishing [ . . . ]

Isaac Okoro

Outlook for the 2020 Draft Class: Picks 1-15

December 19, 2020 Richard C. Harris 0

The draft took place less than a month ago, and this season’s rookies will be immediately thrown into the fire.  This draft class will be asked to perform without the benefit of Summer League play, an orientation period, and training time in the gym and weight room.  To make matters [ . . . ]

Jalen Smith

Jalen Smith Scouting Report

December 18, 2020 Richard C. Harris 0

The trade to acquire Chris Paul gives Phoenix an impressive starting lineup, and the only player sent to Oklahoma City who provided major contributions to their undefeated run in the “Bubble” was Ricky Rubio. Going into the draft, the Suns appeared weakest at power forward; specifically, they had a need [ . . . ]

LaMelo Ball

LaMelo Ball Scouting Report

December 14, 2020 Lee Branscome 0

Charlotte is starved for star-power, and with the third overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, the team landed a prospect that has a shot at true stardom. LaMelo Ball was the most recognizable name in the entire draft class, without a shadow of a doubt. He achieved his pop-culture [ . . . ]

Corey Kispert

2020-21 College Basketball Preview

November 24, 2020 Richard C. Harris 0

The 2020-21 college basketball season tips off on Wednesday (November 25), but many are refraining from getting their hopes up because of COVID.  As of now, at least 19 first-day games have either been canceled or postponed, and it’s difficult to imagine the situation improving anytime soon.  International basketball has [ . . . ]

Zeke Nnaji

Zeke Nnaji Scouting Report

November 18, 2020 Clayton Conover 0

The University of Arizona has consistently found ways to attract elite talents from around the nation. One of Sean Miller’s latest acquisitions was a former Minnesota Player of the Year and now reigning Pac-12 Rookie of the Year, Zeke Nnaji. Nnaji had the prestige of a top-40 talent in the [ . . . ]

Malachi Flynn

Malachi Flynn Scouting Report

November 18, 2020 Nick Andre 0

Point guards have been a very interesting topic in this year’s NBA Draft class. Many of them are high-octane, explosive talents; while many of them are great floor generals who can read defenses to set their teammates in the best positions.  Malachi Flynn is a point guard who can impact [ . . . ]