Basketball by Association

Did the Dallas Mavericks do enough to win the division again around Luka Doncic? What's the outlook for big names like Zion Williamson, Ja Morant, Brandon Ingram, Dejounte Murray, Kristaps Porzingis and No. 2 pick Jalen Green? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes also break down what to expect from the Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs, New Orleans Pelicans and Memphis Grizzlies in 2021-22.

How will the defending champs and big names like Giannis Antetokounmpo, DeMar DeRozan, Collin Sexton, Zach LaVine, Domantas Sabonis, Lonzo Ball and No. 1 pick Cade Cunningham fare? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down what to expect from the Milwaukee Bucks, Indiana Pacers, Chicago Bulls, Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers in 2021-22.

Do the Philadelphia 76ers have the assets to pair Damian Lillard with Joel Embiid this offseason? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes also break down the latest NBA Free Agency signings, including Rajon Rondo joining the Los Angeles Lakers and the Chicago Bulls giving up on Lauri Markkanen.

Should the Boston Celtics retire Kevin Garnett's jersey despite only five years played there? Why haven't the Minnesota Timberwolves done so? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes also break down the NBA's Opening Day and Christmas Day schedule, Patrick Beverley's new home and why we disrespect stars from the league's earlier eras.

Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down Kawhi Leonard and Eric Bledsoe's returns to the L.A. Clippers, Dennis Schroeder's irrational contract confidence, where Rajon Rondo should wind up and more.

Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down the biggest summer free agency and trade deals, including Russell Westbrook, Chris Paul, Kawhi Leonard, Kyle Lowry, Carmelo Anthony and more.

Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down and predict where big names like Chris Paul, Kawhi Leonard, Kyle Lowry and more will land in 2021 NBA Free Agency.

Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes face the music after Team USA's loss to France in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, what it means for the program going forward and how to fix it.

Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes recap and analyze all the highlights of the Milwaukee Bucks' NBA Championship, Giannis Antetokounmpo's Finals MVP as well as what's next for the Phoenix Suns.

Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down the keys, adjustments and storylines for both the Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks heading into Game 6 of the 2021 NBA Finals.

Taking the Playoffs into account, who actually was the NBA's best player throughout the 2020-21 season? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes also discuss recent NBA coaching hires and how long before Becky Hammon gets her first head coaching spot in the league.

Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes discuss why the Milwaukee Bucks had long been second-class sports citizens in Wisconsin and how that is changing. They also break down Game 3 and the adjustments both teams must make before Game 4 of the 2021 NBA Finals.

How can the Milwaukee Bucks bounce back after their Game 1 NBA Finals loss? How do the Phoenix Suns keep their momentum rolling? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down all the keys and adjustments as the series continues.

Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down every storyline and key for the NBA Finals between the Milwaukee Bucks and Phoenix Suns. They also ponder whether the Atlanta Hawks should break out the Brinks truck for John Collins or craft their future differently.

What does Giannis Antetokounmpo's injury mean for the Milwaukee Bucks' NBA Finals bid? Are the Atlanta Hawks able to take advantage? Can the Phoenix Suns finally close out the never-say-day L.A. Clippers? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes discuss all that and more NBA Playoffs storylines.

Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down the Phoenix Suns' stunning Game 2 win over the L.A. Clippers via "the lob" and where each team goes from here. They also make their predictions for the Milwaukee Bucks, Atlanta Hawks Eastern Conference Finals.

Is it time for the Philadelphia 76ers to move on from Ben Simmons? Will youth and the moment ever catch up to the Atlanta Hawks and Phoenix Suns? What options do the L.A. Clippers have left in the Western Conference Finals? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes discuss all that and more!

What chance do the L.A. Clippers have without Kawhi Leonard? How long could the Phoenix Suns survive without Chris Paul? Is Kevin Durant's performance or the Milwaukee Bucks' collapse more important? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes discuss all that plus the Washington Wizards and New Orleans Pelicans firing their coaches.

Are the Phoenix Suns really the West's best team? Have the Bucks and Clippers turned the corner in their respective series or are they still in trouble? What's next for the Brooklyn Nets if Kyrie Irving joins James Harden in missing time? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes discuss all that and more!

Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down each of the 2021 NBA Playoffs semifinals so far and why each (except one) is shaping up to be all-time fun. They also hit the significance of LeBron James' number change and where the Indiana Pacers go after firing their coach.

How big is it that the Philadelphia 76ers and Milwaukee Bucks dropped their first games during the NBA semifinals? Did the Brooklyn Nets and Trae Young's Atlanta Hawks just show they're true contenders? Who has the advantage between the Phoenix Suns and Denver Nuggets? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes discuss all that plus who the Utah Jazz would rather face.

Was promoting Brad Stevens to replace Danny Ainge the right move for the Boston Celtics? Can the L.A. Lakers and New York Knicks stave off disaster? Are the Philadelphia 76ers in big trouble after Joel Embiid's injury? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes discuss all that, plus the state of each NBA Playoff series.

Was Kyrie Irving's "subtle racism" assumption about his Boston return spot-on or bad form? Are the L.A. Clippers in serious danger as Luka Doncic continues to dominate? Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes also break down each NBA Playoffs matchup so far with what to watch for.

Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down the highs, lows and predictions for each first-round matchup during the NBA Playoffs' opening games.

Arky Shea and Joel C. Cordes break down the Play-in Tournament's first slate of games and look forward to upcoming matchups.