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Chad Smith

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Chad is a Basketball Insiders contributor based in Indianapolis.

Articles by Chad Smith (161)

NBA Daily: Time To Rebuild In Detroit

With Blake Griffin’s season-ending knee surgery, the decision should now be very clear: Chad Smith explains why it is time for the Pistons to embrace a plan to rebuild.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Pacers Preparing For The Future

Without their star player leading the charge, the Indiana Pacers have quietly been laying the groundwork for one of the top spots in the Eastern Conference. Chad Smith details how Indiana’s strong start will pay dividends in the second half of the season.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Houston’s Double-Edged Sword

James Harden is the engine that runs the Houston Rockets. Their identity and production both suffer severely when he is not on the floor. What do the Rockets do should the ultimate doomsday scenario play out in Houston? Chad Smith writes.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Four Coaches Outperforming Expectations

Being a head coach in the NBA is a difficult proposition but Chad Smith takes a look at four coaches that have overcome adversity and outperformed expectations so far this season.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Four Playoff Teams With Slumping Players

Heading into 2020 there are four teams that are teetering on the edge of success and Chad Smith identifies the players who need to flip the switch soon.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Terry Rozier Continuing Growth In Charlotte

Terry Rozier wanted a starting job, and he got the contract to go along with it with the Charlotte Hornets. The Boston Celtics opted for an upgrade at the position, and the deal has worked out well for both sides. Chad Smith revisits the Kemba Walker trade from another angle.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Time For A Trade In San Antonio

The unsinkable ship that is the San Antonio Spurs appears to have struck an iceberg. After a historic losing streak, Chad Smith details why it is time for the organization to trade its best offensive weapon.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Portland Avoiding The Panic Button

Injuries have taken a toll on the Portland Trail Blazers this season. After taking a chance on Carmelo Anthony, should the team press the proverbial panic button or stand pat through the All-Star break? Chad Smith answers.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Milwaukee Striking While the Iron is Hot

While overshadowed in the East early this season, the Milwaukee Bucks have proven the class of the conference in November. Amidst their 13-3 start, Chad Smith breaks down what has worked for the Bucks and where they could go over the rest of the season.

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021
NBA Daily: Big Pieces Returning For Hawks And Suns

Deandre Ayton and John Collins are getting close to returning to the floor as they serve their 25 game suspensions. The Suns and Hawks have had opposite seasons thus far, but will that change with these two back in the mix?

Chad Smith  •  15 Oct 2021