Every NBA team’s offensive style is in a constant state of evolution. Which teams have undergone the biggest changes this season?
Charlotte HornetsDurant appeared to be injured on a drive just 1:33 into the contest and missed both free throws - only the second time this season that he went 0 for 2 on a trip to the foul line. He remained in the game for about 2 1/2 more minutes before leaving for further evaluation and ultimately the diagnosis that would keep him out for the remainder of the game.
“When it comes to the MVP stuff, I feel like I’m still right there. When I’m on the floor, I feel like I’ve been the best all season,” said Embiid, via Sports Illustrated’s Kevin McCormick. “Just doing my thing, just dominating. I’ve been dominant all season, and I’m not gonna stop.”
Cleveland Cavaliers
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The Blue Devils (13-11) faced a season-long battle trying to make their 25th consecutive NCAA Tournament before they pulled out of the ACC Tournament following a positive COVID-19 test that ended their season. Hurt was Duke's consistent offensive presence throughout as he nearly doubled his per-game scoring average to 18.3 points.
Dallas MavericksScottie Pippen, who won six championships with the Chicago Bulls, had eight children. Daughter Tyler died nine days after her birth in 1994.
Washington WizardsNew Orleans is struggling through its worst 3-point-shooting stretch of the season, having made just 29 from beyond the arc in the past five games combined.
If those stats don't convince you, just look at the on-court success he had. The Blazers had missed the playoffs for three straight years prior to drafting LaMarcus Aldridge and were still living with the stigma, perhaps unfairly, or the "Jail Blazers" era. Just two seasons after being drafted Aldridge and fellow star Brandon Roy had the Blazers back in the playoffs, would put together back-to-back 50 win seasons, the Jail Blazers era was firmly in review.