NBA Cup Power Rankings: How the remaining 8 teams stack up in the quarterfinals and beyond

In a tense moment with 7.3 seconds left and Golden State leading by one, an NBA ruling stated that possession of the ball should have been awarded to Memphis after Ja Morant's contact with Stephen Curry caused it to go out of bounds. The game concluded with Curry scoring 37 points, leading the Warriors to victory and securing the No. 7 seed for the playoffs, setting up a series against Houston. Social media buzzed with...

Houston general manager Rafael Stone aims to develop the Rockets' young core this season before evaluating potential moves, particularly regarding clutch scoring options. Rumors suggest interest in Kevin Durant, especially if the Rockets exit the playoffs early, with Houston possessing valuable assets for a trade that could aid the Suns' rebuild around Devin Booker. Although Durant, who averaged 26.6 points this season, may not return to Phoenix, the Rockets will assess their postseason success before...

With Joe Dumars taking charge of basketball operations for the New Orleans Pelicans, speculation about significant roster changes, including a potential trade of Zion Williamson, is growing. On "The Kevin O’Connor Show," hosts discussed reports indicating that the Pelicans will engage in serious discussions regarding Zion's future, considering his injury history and contract complexities. While there is notable interest in Zion from teams like the Brooklyn Nets and Miami Heat, the Pelicans are advised to...

(This article was written with the assistance of Castmagic, an AI tool, and reviewed by our editorial team to ensure accuracy. Please reach out to us if you notice any mistakes.)As the NBA playoffs near, surprising betting odds favor the seventh-seeded Golden State Warriors over the second-seeded Houston Rockets. On "The Kevin O’Connor Show," Kevin O'Connor and guest Esfandiar Baraheni discuss the matchup, weighing Golden State's playoff experience and clutch players like Steph Curry against...

Dwyane Wade reflects on Pat Riley's ability to adapt his management style throughout his coaching career, emphasizing that while Riley has made adjustments over time, he has maintained the organization's core identity and accountability. Wade acknowledges the challenges and uncomfortable moments that come with success in Miami but highlights the importance of relationships within the franchise, particularly regarding the recent breakup with Jimmy Butler. He calls for better handling of such situations to preserve the...