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James Foglio

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James is a Basketball Insiders contributor. He earned his bachelor's degree in English and Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University. James enjoys watching sports and helping gamblers win money.

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Nic Claxton says he should win NBA Defensive Player of the Year

Brooklyn Nets breakout star Nic Claxton believes he’s worthy candidate to win NBA Defensive Player of the Year this season. After all, the fourth-year center is averaging career-high numbers. “I think I should be No. 1,” the 23-year-old told Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, when asked about his chances of winning the award. “I’m defending one […]

James Foglio  •  17 Jan 2023
Clippers’ Paul George (hamstring) upgraded to questionable vs. 76ers

Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George (right hamstring) has been upgraded to questionable for Tuesday night’s home game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Luke Kennard (calf) was also downgraded to out. Clippers coach Ty Lue is unsure whether or not George will need another practice prior to making his return. While John Wall (abdominal) remains out […]

James Foglio  •  17 Jan 2023
LeBron James first player in NBA history with 20 seasons of 1K points

LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers is now the first player in NBA history with 20 seasons of at least 1,000 points. Hall of Famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar retired with a total of 19 seasons in his 20-year career. The 18-time All-Star is on pace to pass Abdul-Jabbar to own the all-time scoring record on […]

James Foglio  •  17 Jan 2023
Walker Kessler first NBA rookie with 20 points, 20 rebounds since 2014

On Monday, Walker Kessler of the Utah Jazz became the first NBA rookie to record at least 20 points and 20 rebounds in a single game since Gorgui Dieng in 2014. The Utah center is also the first rookie to finish a game with a 20/20 stat line on 65% shooting from the field since […]

James Foglio  •  16 Jan 2023
Magic wing Bol Bol on career with Nuggets: ‘I feel I could’ve worked a lot harder’

NBA breakout star Bol Bol is averaging career-high numbers this season with the Orlando Magic, and the forward also feels he could have trained harder in his first three seasons with the Denver Nuggets. “Yeah, I can say there was a little bit, I feel I could’ve worked a lot harder,” Bol said on his […]

James Foglio  •  16 Jan 2023
Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo (left knee) out against Pacers

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (left knee soreness) has been downgraded to out for Monday afternoon’s home game versus the Indiana Pacers on MLK Day. This is the third straight game the six-time All-Star has missed. Jrue Holiday (right ankle sprain) and Bobby Portis (right quad bruise) are listed as probable. Of course, Serge Ibaka […]

James Foglio  •  16 Jan 2023
Bucks forward Khris Middleton says ‘rehab is tougher than playing’

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton underwent surgery in July to repair a torn ligament in his left wrist, and the three-time All-Star has missed 15 games since experiencing right knee soreness against the Memphis Grizzlies on Dec. 15. The 11-year veteran is still undergoing rehabilitation injury management. However, according to the Milwaukee wing, rehab is more […]

James Foglio  •  16 Jan 2023
Spurs set NBA attendance record with 68,323 at Alamodome vs. Warriors

On Friday night, the San Antonio Spurs officially set a new NBA attendance record with 68,323 fans arriving at Alamodome to watch them take on the Golden State Warriors. The previous NBA single-game attendance record was logged on March 27, 1998, when the Chicago Bulls faced off against the Atlanta Hawks in front of 62,046 […]

James Foglio  •  16 Jan 2023
Sacramento Kings scored franchise-record 130+ points in four straight games

The Sacramento Kings have scored a franchise-record 130-plus points in four consecutive games. Halfway through the 2022-23 season, the playoff contender is 23-18 and ranks fourth in the Western Conference standings. They’re five games over .500 for the first time since April 2006. Sacramento is also averaging a league-best 119.7 points per game. Regarding the […]

James Foglio  •  16 Jan 2023
Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane will not be healthy until after season

Memphis Grizzlies breakout star Desmond Bane will not be fully healthy until after the 2022-23 season. During a podcast interview with JJ Redick and Tommy Alter on “The Old Man and the Three,” the third-year guard explained why he’s still struggling to recover from a grade 2 sprain of his right big toe. “Bro, that […]

James Foglio  •  16 Jan 2023