Category: nba

Both KD & Kyrie's former teams head to Finals without them I FIRST THINGS FIRST

How should Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving of the Brooklyn Nets feel, now that both their former teams will make an appearance in the 2022 NBA Finals? Ric Bucher joins First Things First to tell Nick Wright and Chris Broussard whether he believes this is a bad look for the former Golden State Warrior and the former Boston Celtic

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What could a 2022 Finals MVP award mean for Steph Curry's legacy? I THE HERD

Ric Bucher joins Colin Cowherd one day after the Boston Celtics secured their spot in the 2022 NBA Finals, defeating the Miami Heat for a chance to take on the Golden State Warriors for the Championship. Bucher tells Colin that while he thought Jayson Tatum, Marcus Smart, and the Celtics had a good chance against the Warriors, he had a lot more confidence going into the ECF than he did coming out of them. Plus, he explains the impact a Finals MVP ( or missing out on one) could mean for Stephen Curry’s career.

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Lakers reportedly hire Darvin Ham as head coach I UNDISPUTED

The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly hired Milwaukee Bucks assistant Darvin Ham as their new head coach and he’s coming with high praise. Giannis said his now former coach is the quote, “right fit” for the Lakers. Shannon Sharpe determines how good of a fit Ham will be alongside LeBron James, Russell Westbrook and Anthony Davis.

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Steph Curry's Warriors vs. Jayson Tatum's Celtics; who wins 2022 Finals? I UNDISPUTED

The Boston Celtics got past the Miami Heat in seven games and now advance to face the Golden State Warriors in the Finals. According to FOX Bet Sportsbook, Steph Curry and Golden State are slight favorites to win the series over Jayson Tatum and Boston. Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe share their Finals prediction between Curry’s Warriors and Tatum’s Celtics. Who do you have taking the O’Brien trophy?

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LeBron approves of Lakers' Darvin Ham hire — but what next? I FIRST THINGS FIRST

After the Los Angeles end their head coaching search, bringing on the former assistant coach for the Milwaukee Bucks Darvin Ham, Nick Wright explores what else the Lakers need to accomplish in order to return to championship caliber. There’s still the problem of Russell Westbrook, and deciding whether they should move on from him, or risk another year. Plus, Nick lays out where else the Lakers need to improve besides head coach.

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Did Jimmy Butler's missed 3-pointer cost Miami the ECF? I FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright isn’t mad at Jimmy Butler’s decision to take the go-ahead three late in Game 7, even if that shot could have taken the Miami Heat to the NBA Finals. Watch as Nick breaks down why Butler made the right decision pulling up for the three in their Eastern Conference Championship loss to the Boston Celtics.

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Luka Dončić I No. 20 I Nick Wright's Top 50 NBA Players of the Last 50 Years

Nick Wright makes what he calls the most controversial ranking for his Top 50 list: Luka Dončić at No. 20. Despite being in only his fourth NBA season for the Dallas Mavericks, Dončić has already compiled a handful of accolades in his short career, including three-time All Star, two-time All-NBA First Team, and 2019 NBA Rookie of the Year. At 6’7,” 230 pounds, Dončić has the size of a small forward as a point guard. And Nick notes his postseason resume, as short as it may be, is already one of the most impressive of all time.

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Chris Paul I No. 21 I Nick Wright's Top 50 NBA Players of the Last 50 Years

Chris Paul, otherwise known as “The Point God,” checks in at No. 21 on Nick Wright’s Top 50 Players list. One of the most talented passers to ever play the game, CP3 continues to stand out as a floor general in NBA lore. He owns four assist crowns and has averaged eight assists or better in all but three of his seasons in the league. Nick notes that his regular season resume is second all time for a point guard behind only Magic Johnson. Nick also responds to questions from Marcellus Wiley and Melissa Rohlin.

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Dwyane Wade I No. 19 I Nick Wright's Top 50 NBA Players of the Last 50 Years

The all time face of the Miami Heat, Dwyane Wade is No. 19 on Nick Wright’s Top 50 list. Wade is Miami’s all time leader in eight different offensive categories, including points (21,556) and assists (4,310). Wade was known for his hard-charging style of play and an ability to convert tough layups and finish around the rim, often through contact. He also proved to be a ferocious defender, making the NBA’s All-Defensive Team three times and utilizing his innate ability to block shots despite his size. “The Flash” won three championships, including two with LeBron James.

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