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Chad Smith

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Chad is a Basketball Insiders contributor based in Indianapolis.

Articles by Chad Smith (161)

Houston, You Have A Problem

The Houston Rockets have the third-worst record in the league, but that is not necessarily the fault of Stephen Silas or John Wall. The organization needs to look in the mirror instead of blaming others.

Chad Smith  •  02 Dec 2021
Durant, Curry Hunting For Next MVP, Championship

When Kevin Durant moved across the country, the Warriors and Nets were headed in different directions. Two years later, both are at the top of their games, carrying their teams, battling for the MVP award, and another championship ring.

Chad Smith  •  15 Nov 2021
Five Players Relishing Their New Role

Not every player is ready to answer the call when opportunity knocks. With so many stars sidelined early in the season, several role players have stepped up in their absence. These five individuals stand out the most, providing their teams with solid production on a nightly basis.

Chad Smith  •  12 Nov 2021
Grizzlies, Nuggets Still Waiting on 2018 Lottery Picks

Memphis and Denver both had high expectations for their 2018 lottery picks. After a rough start to the season, the two must find a way to turn things around in order for their teams to reach the postseason.

Chad Smith  •  09 Nov 2021
Going Big: Cavaliers Rebuilding with Seven Footers

The Cavaliers have been one of the early-season surprises, but are they for real? Chad Smith takes a deeper look into the rebuild in Cleveland, and how they are going against the grain with their unique lineup.

Chad Smith  •  07 Nov 2021
Tyler Herro Fueling Hot Start for Heat

Miami is off to a sizzling start to the season, thanks in large part to the play of Tyler Herro. His bounce-back season is fueling the Heat’s offense and has him as the frontrunner to win the Sixth Man of the Year Award.

Chad Smith  •  02 Nov 2021
No Fluke: Jazz Still Top Team in West

Utah continues to be the team to beat in the Western Conference. Despite their first loss of the season last night in Chicago, the Jazz continue to thrive in all areas ahead of their Sunday showdown with the defending champions, in what could be a potential Finals preview.

Chad Smith  •  31 Oct 2021
Real or Not? Surprising Trends Through Opening Week

The first full week of the regular season has played out, and there have been several surprises across the league. Chad Smith takes a look at some of the trends and breaks down which ones are sustainable, and which ones won’t last as the season progresses.

Chad Smith  •  27 Oct 2021
Winning Wizard: Spencer Dinwiddie Returns to Brooklyn

New Wizards point guard Spencer Dinwiddie returns to Brooklyn on Monday night to face his former team, who are enduring another headache with point guard Kyrie Irving.

Chad Smith  •  24 Oct 2021
Ten Bold Predictions for the 2021-22 Season

The new NBA season kicks off tonight, and while nobody can predict how the season will play out, Chad Smith makes ten bold predictions that will surely come back to haunt him when the final buzzer sounds in June.

Chad Smith  •  18 Oct 2021