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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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Pistons forward Marvin Bagley III (illness) questionable vs. Clippers

Detroit Pistons forward Marvin Bagley III (illness) is listed as questionable for Monday night’s home game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Isaiah Livers (shoulder) remains out indefinitely. Cade Cunningham is out for the remainder of the season after undergoing surgery on his left shin. Detroit has lost its last five straight games. And the Pistons […]

James Foglio  •  26 Dec 2022
Mavericks’ Christian Wood on contract extension: ‘I’m happy to be here’

On Christmas Day, Christian Wood of the Dallas Mavericks became eligible for a four-year, $77 million contract extension. In the Mavericks’ 124-115 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday, the 27-year-old ended his outing with 30 points, eight rebounds, seven assists, four steals, and two blocks in 38 minutes as a starter. Wood shot […]

James Foglio  •  26 Dec 2022
76ers star James Harden considering return to Rockets

Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden is considering a return to the Houston Rockets, according to sources. During the offseason, Harden signed a two-year, $68.6 million contract extension with the Sixers, and the 10-time All-Star will have the option to opt out at the end of the 2022-23 season. However, the 14-year veteran denies the reports. […]

James Foglio  •  26 Dec 2022
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to trust his teammates

Following the Milwaukee Bucks’ 118-100 loss to the Brooklyn Nets on Friday, forward Giannis Antetokounmpo was asked why his team starts off slower in games compared to other playoff contenders. “I don’t know. I think being complacent, being comfortable,” responded the two-time MVP. “We just expect to… I don’t know. People are going to just […]

James Foglio  •  26 Dec 2022
James Harden joins Wilt Chamberlain as only 76ers to record 20-assist triple-double

On Friday night, James Harden joined Wilt Chamberlain as the only Philadelphia 76ers to record a 20-assist triple-double. In the Sixers’ 119-114 win over the Los Angeles Clippers, the 10-time All-Star ended his performance with 20 points, 11 rebounds, and a career-high 21 assists. Also, he finished 6-of-17 (35.3%) shooting from the floor and knocked […]

James Foglio  •  26 Dec 2022
Luka Doncic joins Dirk Nowitzki as only Mavericks to record multiple 50-point games

On Friday night, Luka Doncic joined future Hall of Famer Dirk Nowitzki as the only Dallas Mavericks to record multiple 50-point games. It was also his fifth career game with at least 45 points, breaking a tie with Mark Aguirre (four) for the most 45-point games in franchise history. In Dallas’ 112-106 win over the […]

James Foglio  •  26 Dec 2022
Lakers’ Anthony Davis (right foot) out indefinitely, to be re-evaluated in two weeks

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis is out indefinitely due to a foot injury. He will be re-evaluated around the two-week mark, according to sources. The eight-time All-Star has been diagnosed with a stress injury in his right foot. During the first quarter of Los Angeles’ 126-108 win over the Denver Nuggets on Dec. 16, […]

James Foglio  •  23 Dec 2022
Mavericks’ Jaden Hardy (back) among five players out vs. Rockets

Dallas Mavericks rookie guard Jaden Hardy (back) is among five players out for Friday night’s road game against the Houston Rockets. This will be the guard’s third straight game missed. Other Dallas players out include Kemba Walker (left knee injury recovery), Dorian Finney-Smith (hip), Maxi Kleber (right hamstring), and Josh Green (right elbow). Kleber and […]

James Foglio  •  23 Dec 2022
Celtics’ Marcus Smart (illness) probable vs. Timberwolves

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (illness) has been upgraded to probable for Friday night’s home game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. However, center Robert Williams III has been downgraded to questionable due to an illness. Of course, Danilo Gallinari will miss the entire season because of an ACL tear. Smart, Williams, and Gallinari are the only […]

James Foglio  •  23 Dec 2022
Nets’ Kevin Durant on leaving Warriors: ‘I just wanted to play ball somewhere else’

In 2019, Kevin Durant was traded by the Golden State Warriors to the Brooklyn Nets. He felt his time on the West Coast was over. The 12-time All-Star won two NBA championships and Finals MVPs with Stephen Curry and the Warriors. On Friday, Durant was asked why he wanted out of the Bay Area. “It […]

James Foglio  •  23 Dec 2022