Last Word On Pro Basketball

With the NBA conference finals kicking off today it’s time to think about possible NBA finals matchups. Many of the remaining teams are surprising and the four possible finals matchups all offer different levels of intrigue. Let’s dive into ranking these four possible matchups from worst to best based on potential entertainment, competition, and overall intrigue.  The Four … [Read more...] about The Four Possible NBA Finals Matchups Ranked

On Tuesday, the NBA announced their All-Defensive teams for the 2023-24 season, honoring standard-bearers of the less glamorous end of the court. NBA Reveals Historic All-Defensive Teams There were a number of elite on-ball defenders who were arguably snubs. Oklahoma City Thunder wing Lu Dort (6) and Boston Celtics wing Jaylen Brown (3) received multiple first-place votes, but … [Read more...] about NBA Reveals Historic All-Defensive Teams

After beating the New York Knicks on Sunday afternoon in game seven at Madison Square Garden, the Indiana Pacers now have a date with the Boston Celtics tonight in game one of the 2024 Eastern Conference Finals. On paper, the Celtics have the talent and experience advantage. However, they are facing a Pacers squad that is coming off of their best offensive performance of the … [Read more...] about Pacers Keys to A Game One Upset Over the Celtics

After the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder to reach the 2024 Western Conference Finals, Mavs star Kyrie Irving was all smiles when took the podium with teammate Luka Doncic. A duo that’s become as thick as thieves, the way they’ve helped each other off the court may be as important as what they’ve provided on it. Speaking to reporters about what the … [Read more...] about Kyrie Irving Opens Up About Struggles That Led Him to Mavs

All eyes are on the Cleveland Cavaliers ahead of the offseason. After battling past the Orlando Magic in the First Round, the Cavs met their match when they advanced in the 2024 NBA Playoffs. Facing a terrific Boston Celtics squad, Cleveland’s hopes of reaching the NBA Finals were crushed. With Jarrett Allen missing the entire series and Donovan Mitchell sidelined for their … [Read more...] about Cavs Star Addresses Looming Contract Decision

Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum is preparing for his fifth Eastern Conference Finals in seven seasons. While that’s an extraordinary feat for a 26-year-old, Tatum has garnered the reputation of an average playoff performer. With his team positioned to reach the NBA Finals, Tatum has another opportunity to prove his doubters wrong. But Tatum must play at an MVP level — … [Read more...] about Jayson Tatum’s Legacy is Already on The Line

A recent ESPN report provided an update on Kristaps Porzingis’ status ahead of the upcoming conference finals. The report comes with mixed news for Celtics’ fans as Porzingis is likely out for the first two games of the series. However, barring any setbacks it’s believed he will return later in the series. Porzingis has been out since April 29th after he suffered a soleus calf … [Read more...] about Important Kristaps Porzingis Injury Update

Al Horford is in the midst of a lengthy and successful NBA career. Selected third overall in the 2007 NBA Draft, Horford is less than a month away from turning 38 (June 3). The five-time All-Star is in his 17th NBA season and still going strong. Horford has played in 1,078 regular season games (96th all-time) and 177 playoff games (19th all-time) in his career. Horford’s career … [Read more...] about Celtics Receive Inspirational Play From 17-Year Veteran

The Boston Celtics are rightly recognized as a heavyweight team. Aside from going 64-18 in the 2023-24 regular season, they’re on their third straight trip to the Eastern Conference Finals. The last time the Celtics achieved this feat, they had made it to four straight NBA Finals while led by Larry Bird. It’s only fitting then that one of the Celtics’ current prizefighters is … [Read more...] about Celtics All-Star Embracing ‘Villain’ Role