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01 October 2022

• NBA Partners With Microsoft To Rebuild Mobile App, League Pass
  01 October 2022

  The NBA partnered with Microsoft to both rebuild its mobile app and improve NBA League Pass ahead of the upcoming season.

  The NBA decreased the price for League Pass down to $14.99 for a single device and $19.99 for multiple devices.

  League Pass will also feature Microsoft's artificial intelligence to customize stats for betting and fantasy leagues.

  "That's going to make watching live games a completely new experience," said Chris Benyarko, the NBA's executive vice president of direct-to-consumer.

  The mobile app will feature enhancements to mimic Instagram stories, a series around the Warriors, and a "game vault" with classic NBA games.

• Blazers End Jersey Sponsorship With StormX
  01 October 2022

  The Portland Trail Blazers ended their jersey sponsorship with crypto startup StormX ahead of the upcoming season.

  The deal, which was signed starting in the 2021-22 season, was originally contracted for five years.

  "As we tip-off the 2022-23 season, we will launch a search to identify a new jersey patch partner as we've ended our current relationship with StormX. We'll share additional information in the near future on this exciting new opportunity," the Blazers released in a statement.

  StormX was originally founded in 2015 and allowed users to earn crypto rewards through shopping at stores.

• 3 players making waves at Sixers training camp
  01 October 2022

  Sixers training camp is underway, with their first preseason match — a highly anticipated road game in Brooklyn on Oct. 3 — right around the corner. The main storyline entering camp was James Harden’s conditioning and comfort level. After his first proper offseason in two years, all eyes are pointed at the Sixers’ star playmaker. […]

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• Will Zion Williamson be the first of these 5 players to win MVP?
  01 October 2022

  The New Orleans Pelicans are hoping to get a full, healthy season out of Zion Williamson, and if they do, the sky is the limit for both him and the team. Zion Williamson is among many talented young players who represent the next era of MVP candidates in the NBA. As guys like LeBron James […]

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• Washington Wizards Land DeMar DeRozan In Blockbuster Trade Scenario
  01 October 2022

  Every NBA player develops at his own pace. With that said, it doesn’t always feel that way. 

  Often, we assume that development will follow a linear trajectory. A player starts out at a certain level, and then gradually improves until he peaks – and then starts to decline. That may often be the case, but nobody should assume that it will be. 

  For example, look at DeMar DeRozan. Somehow, at 33, he’s still improving. It feels like DeRozan adds something to his game every summer. Last season, that worked paid off – many would suggest that it was the best of his career. 

  On the other hand, Kristaps Porzingis hasn’t made much progress since his sophomore year. Realistically, his stagnation owes to injury problems as much as anything.

  LATEST NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: DeMar DeRozan, Chicago Bulls & Washington Wizards Updates

  Still, at 27, don’t rule out possible improvement from the Latvian big man. 

  Would it make sense for the Bulls and Wizards to swap the two this season? 

  The post Washington Wizards Land DeMar DeRozan In Blockbuster Trade Scenario appeared first on NBA Analysis Network.

• Toronto Raptors Land Clint Capela In Major Trade Scenario
  01 October 2022

  Sometimes, two things may be great, but they don’t necessarily work together. NBA players are no different.

  You wouldn’t put ketchup on your ice cream, would you? Suppose you’re stepping out on the town. Are you going to pair your finest blazer with a pair of jogging pants? 

  Sometimes, two good players don’t necessarily have complementary skill sets. No matter how talented each is, it simply might not work between them. 

  We’re not saying Trae Young and Dejounte Murray are ice cream and ketchup. At the same time, there are reasons to be concerned about the fit between the two. In order to maximize the poor shooting Murray alongside the on-ball playmaking Young, the Hawks may need to get creative. 

  LATEST NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Clint Capela, Atlanta Hawks & Toronto Raptors Updates

  For that matter, making another trade could serve to improve this roster’s fit.

  Here’s a deal that has the Hawks aiming to do exactly that by sending Clint Capela to the Toronto Raptors. 

  The post Toronto Raptors Land Clint Capela In Major Trade Scenario appeared first on NBA Analysis Network.

• Miami Heat Land Cam Reddish In Intriguing Trade Scenario
  01 October 2022

  For some people, gambling is a serious issue. If you have a gambling problem, seek help. Having said that – life, in itself, is a gamble. At times, we all make decisions that could backfire. The same holds true for NBA teams.

  After all, if they work out, they’ll pay off tremendously. Perhaps the best we can do is make calculated risks. 

  For example, young players who haven’t made good on their predraft expectations are a gamble. You could trade for such a player, and end up with very little to show for whatever you parted with. 

  Cam Reddish is such a player. Thus far, his NBA career has been a disappointment. At 23, he still has time to turn it around.

  LATEST NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Cam Reddish, New York Knicks & Miami Heat Updates

  On the other hand, the New York Knicks don’t appear likely to give him that opportunity. After all, Reddish fell out of their rotation entirely towards the end of 2021-22. 

  Could the Miami Heat make a gamble on his development? 

  The post Miami Heat Land Cam Reddish In Intriguing Trade Scenario appeared first on NBA Analysis Network.

• Memphis Grizzlies Land Deandre Ayton In Major Trade Scenario
  01 October 2022

  Improvement is always a noble goal. It’s good if you’re good, but it would still be better to be better. NBA teams are always looking to improve as well.

  It doesn’t matter what you do. If you have any ambition, you’d like to get better at it. Meanwhile, if you’re doing something you have no desire to improve in, you should probably do something else. 

  Bad teams look to become good, and good teams look to become elite. At the same time, the path to improvement isn’t always linear. 

  Sometimes, you need to take a step backward in order to move forward. The Phoenix Suns may find themselves in that position ahead of 2022-23.

  LATEST NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Deandre Ayton, Phoenix Suns & Memphis Grizzlies Updates

  With so much conflict surrounding this team, it’s hard to say with any confidence that they’ll be together for the long haul. 

  If the Suns do decide to take a temporary step backward in an attempt to get their house in order, here’s a deal that has them sending Deandre Ayton to the Memphis Grizzlies. 

  The post Memphis Grizzlies Land Deandre Ayton In Major Trade Scenario appeared first on NBA Analysis Network.

• Luke Kornet To Miss 1-2 Weeks With Sprained Ankle
  01 October 2022

  Luke Kornet is expected to miss 1-2 weeks for the Boston Celtics after spraining his ankle in practice on Thursday.

  The Celtics recently signed Blake Griffin, who is likely to be the team's backup center to open the season.

• Denver Nuggets showing strong team chemistry in training camp
  01 October 2022

  The Denver Nuggets were very busy this off-season. After a less-than-desirable outcome in the playoffs, it was clear the franchise still had some work to do in order to compete with the best in the league. Granted, missing your second and third-best players for an entire season makes things more difficult. However, the Golden State […]

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