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Why Obi Toppin is the Best Player in the 2020 NBA Draft

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe most talked about and pretty much the consensus number one pick this upcoming NBA draft is undoubtedly James Wiseman. Right behind him are Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball. While Wiseman, Edwards, and Ball have gotten all the hype in the past few months, there’s a lesser known top prospect that I want to shine a light on. A player that I think is better than all of these guys. Obi Toppin, a sophomore from Dayton, is a 6’9”, 220 lb. forward who looks like he can play the four or five position in small ball...

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Ceilings and Floors for the Eastern Conference Bubble Teams

Reading Time: 2 minutesWith the NBA resuming shortly, I have some predictions for the remaining bubble playoff teams, and I will begin with those in the Eastern Conference. Washington Wizards: The Wizards have been average this year while being carried by superstar Bradley Beal, although they have some young talent emerging. Ceiling – No playoffs Floor – No playoffs Orlando Magic: The Magic finished at the bottom of the final eight in the East but struggled due to the loss of Jonathon Isaac early in the season. Ceiling – First Round Exit Floor – First Round Exit Brooklyn Nets:...

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My All-NBA Underrated Teams: Team 2

Reading Time: 3 minutesFor installation one of this three-part series, I talked about De’Aaron Fox, Jrue Holiday, Khris Middleton, John Collins, and Nikola Vucevic. This week, we look at my 2nd underrated team, which is full of young, soon-to-be stars in the NBA for the next decade and beyond. PG: Jamal Murray Averages: 19 PPG/4 RPG /5 APG on 46 FG%/35 3PT% /89 FT% and 1.2 SPG playing 33 MPG Murray has remained a fairly consistent and efficient ‘Robin’ to Nikola Jokic. Murray is getting paid the big bucks now though, so he’s going to have to elevate his...

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Escaping NBA Purgatory: The Indiana Pacers

Reading Time: 2 minutesThis is part 1 of my series of helping NBA teams get out of the dreaded middle ground between title contention and rebuilding. Today, we’ll take a closer look at the Indiana Pacers. The Indiana Pacers are currently the 5th seed in the Eastern Conference. Based on their performance, it’s easy to mistake this team as fringe title contenders. However, in reality, they’re not even close to top-level teams in the Eastern Conference.   The Pacers have a number of issues, but these are the most important ones: Figuring out what to do with Victor Oladipo...

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How The Cleveland Cavaliers Can Improve For The Future: Part One

Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Cleveland Cavaliers have been in the Eastern Conference cellar for the last two years. However, before the COVID-19 shutdown, the Cavs were playing their best basketball since the beginning of the season as they were 5-6 and beating teams such as the Heat, Sixers, and Nuggets. The Cavs showed a glimpse of what the future could look like. Here’s how they can continue to improve for next year with player development and schemes. Continue developing Kevin Porter Jr. Kevin Porter Jr. has been one of the lone bright spots for the Cavs this season. Before...

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