This week on the debut playoffs edition of NBA Desktop, Jason takes a look at what Russell Westbrook and LeBron James are wearing, checks in on the teams that are on Summer Break, and sees who is Mad Online. Sixers fan Chris Ryan delivers spice, then Sean Yoo and Mose Bergmann have a spice-off on the Rockets-Timberwolves series.
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The NBA’s Superstar Empowerment Era Proves It Has Its Limits
Damian Lillard didn’t get his way this summer. Nor has James Harden gotten his. What does that say about the NBA’s power dynamics? "Teams are taking back control," says one NBA executive.
The Hot Read, Week 4: When Josh Allen Is Clicking, the Bills Are Unstoppable
Buffalo’s superstar quarterback was firing on all cylinders in the team’s win over the Dolphins, which reaffirmed the Bills’ position in the top tier of the AFC. Plus, the Eagles have issues, Lamar Jackson is quietly in peak form, Zach Wilson finally flashed potential, awards, and more.
Eagles-Commanders Postgame Reaction: Eagles Squeak Out a Win and Remain Undefeated
Sheil and Ben break down the Eagles’ issues on both sides of the ball
Celts Trade for Jrue Holiday With Michael Pina. Plus, Pats Hit Rock Bottom With James White.
Plus, Brian takes a moment to pay tribute to Tim Wakefield
Boston Gets Jrue Holiday, Zach Wilson’s Alive, Belichick’s in Trouble, Buffalo’s Cruising, and Week 5 Lines
Bill and Ryen evaluate the Blazers-Celtics trade and discuss its impact on the Eastern Conference, and Cousin Sal joins to break down all the Week 4 NFL games
Breaking Down Jrue to Boston, the Bright-Future Blazers, and the Sphere
Verno and KOC discuss how this trade will affect the Celtics, and KOC shares his experience at the U2 concert