Articles by Chad Smith (161)
After decades of misery, the Sacramento Kings may finally be ready to compete. They are far from being a top-tier team in the West but their talented roster could finally get Luke Walton off the hot seat.
At the height of his game, the man known as Half Man, Half Amazing was must-see TV. Now in his 22nd year in the NBA, Vince Carter is proving his worth as he elevates one of the brightest young teams in the league. Chad Smith writes.
Making the playoffs is hard, and staying there is even more challenging. Revisiting last year’s postseason, there are four teams that could find themselves without a chair once the music stops at the end of this season. Chad Smith writes.
The path to becoming a superstar took a wrong turn two years ago for top pick Andrew Wiggins. With stability and a new regime in Minnesota, it will be up to him to get the train back on the tracks this season. Chad Smith writes.
Familiar faces have changed teams within the Central Division. The Bucks are the favorites, but there will be plenty of competition in a division oozing with youth and talent. Chad Smith looks at seven players primed to break out this season.
Entering year three of their rebuild, there is reason for optimism with the Chicago Bulls. Chad Smith breaks down the team’s young core and how their front office executed this summer.
The LA Clippers have thrived despite their two biggest stars missing a combined 18 games this season. The reason for this may be linked to the problems in Portland. Chad Smith details why Mo Harkless has been a key factor in both.
Gordon Hayward has dealt with adversity. Now, despite a recent injury setback, he would seem to be himself again on the basketball court. Chad Smith examines what that could mean to the Boston Celtics going forward.
A reshaped roster and injury concerns cloud Indiana’s season outlook. But their success or failure rests on the shoulders of their new starting point guard and the many-changing roles he will play.
Chad Smith dives into the Southeast Division to find their biggest surprises so far in 2019.