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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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Cavaliers coach J.B. Bickerstaff sees All-Star potential in Evan Mobley

Cleveland Cavaliers coach J.B. Bickerstaff once showed young photos of Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo to Evan Mobley at a team practice, according to ESPN. It was for extra motivation. “If you do these things, this is the transformation that you can make and the impact that it has on your game,” Bickerstaff said as […]

James Foglio  •  06 Dec 2022
Klay Thompson passes Dirk Nowitzki, Jason Kidd for 13th place on 3-point list

On Monday night, in the Golden State Warriors’ 112-104 loss to the Indiana Pacers, Klay Thompson passed Dallas Mavericks legends Dirk Nowitzki and Jason Kidd for 13th place on the all-time three-point list. Thompson finished 8-of-16 (50%) shooting from downtown. It was the six-year anniversary of his 60-point performance against the Pacers. The five-time All-Star […]

James Foglio  •  06 Dec 2022
76ers star James Harden is proud of Rockets guard Jalen Green

On Monday night, Philadelphia 76ers star James Harden praised Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green, following a 132-123 overtime loss against the Western Conference team. “I am proud of him,” said Harden when asked about Green’s progress in the NBA. “He has not only lived up to expectations, but he is coming in with that swagger […]

James Foglio  •  06 Dec 2022
Mavericks coach Jason Kidd: ‘Josh Green is going to get paid’

Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd has been impressed by Josh Green’s performances this season. He has improved every year. The third-year guard was selected 18th overall by the team in the 2020 NBA Draft. On Monday night, in Dallas’ 130-111 win over the Phoenix Suns, Green ended his outing with 16 points, four rebounds, five […]

James Foglio  •  06 Dec 2022
Cavaliers’ Jarrett Allen upgraded to questionable against Lakers

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen has been upgraded to questionable for Tuesday night’s home game versus the Los Angeles Lakers. The seventh-year player has missed the last five games due to a low back contusion. In Cleveland’s 117-102 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Nov. 25, the center fell hard on the court after attempting […]

James Foglio  •  05 Dec 2022
Grizzlies guard Ja Morant downgraded to doubtful vs. Heat

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant is listed as doubtful for Monday night’s game against the Miami Heat. The fourth-year player is still recovering from left ankle soreness. Morant has only missed three games this season. But he might not be up to playing for this matchup. Through 20 starts this season, the guard is averaging […]

James Foglio  •  05 Dec 2022
Kings guard Malik Monk believes playoff appearance is possible

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk is calling his team “legit” right now. The Kings are currently in a 16-year playoff drought. They have not qualified for the playoffs since the 2005-06 season. However, Monk believes his team could return this season. “We’re legit, man. We’re legit, because [Kings coach] Mike [Brown] is going to push […]

James Foglio  •  05 Dec 2022
Donovan Mitchell on Cavaliers trade: ‘I’m happy as hell to be where I’m at’

In September, the Utah Jazz traded Donovan Mitchell to the Cleveland Cavaliers, and the New York Knicks were among the interested teams. After the Cavaliers’ 92-81 loss to the Knicks on Sunday, Mitchell was asked if he’s content playing with Cleveland. “I think more so playing in front of my family and friends,” said Mitchell. […]

James Foglio  •  05 Dec 2022
Lakers started season 2-10, now 9-12 after back-to-back wins

The Los Angeles Lakers started the 2022-23 season by dropping their first five games. Of course, this is their first season under head coach Darvin Ham. Last season, through their first 21 games, Los Angeles went 10-11 under Frank Vogel. Despite winning eight overtime games in the 2021-22 season, L.A. went on to finish 33-49, […]

James Foglio  •  05 Dec 2022
Mavericks guard Spencer Dinwiddie praises Dwight Powell

Dwight Powell might not be a superstar player, but the nine-year veteran is still making an impact on his Dallas Mavericks teammates, especially Spencer Dinwiddie. “Having been a guy, speaking for myself right now,” said Dinwiddie, “that’s played every role from 15th man up until the second guy, All-Star level, Dwight being a guy who […]

James Foglio  •  05 Dec 2022