James A. Rivera Blog: Trending stories: Kyle Korver trade, Paul Millsap, Julius Randle and more

Friday, January 6, 2017

Is the NBA scoring explosion too hot or just right? – via espn.com

January 05 11:58 AM

The NBA is on pace to post its greatest offensive season ever. Zach Lowe talks to league decision makers about what it means and what might happen next.

What you missed when Giannis wilted the Knicks at MSG – ESPN Video – via espn.com

January 05 01:54 PM

See all the things that were going on around Giannis Antetokounmpo when he sank the game winning basket Wednesday night against the Knicks.

Bulls’ Doug McDermott reveals how dark his post-concussion days were – via chicagotribune.com

January 05 07:50 PM

About 10 days after Doug McDermott suffered the second and more serious of his two concussions this season on Nov. 12, the third-year forward jumped in a cab to see a team-approved specialist downtown.

Who are the top broadcasting teams in the NBA? – via hoopshype.com

January 02 12:30 PM

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Hawks emotional in reacting to Korver trade – via ajc.com

January 06 12:26 AM

Kyle Korver will be missed.
It showed in the Hawks locker room.

Portland Trail Blazers rally to beat Los Angeles Lakers 118-109: Game rewind – via oregonlive.com

January 06 01:57 AM

Lillard returned after a five-game absence to record 21 points and 10 assists.

Raptors’ price for Millsap may be too expensive despite Cavs move – Sportsnet.ca – via sportsnet.ca

January 06 12:49 AM

While it’s sensible to want to see the Toronto Raptors pay anything to try to acquire Paul Millsap, particularly after seeing the Cleveland Cavaliers get Kyle Korver, the price of acquisition still might be too expensive.

Payne has hot-shooting night in second game with Blue – via newsok.com

January 06 12:25 AM

JAN 5, 2017 – Cameron Payne’s second outing with the Blue was sharper shooting than his debut. The point guard had 22 points and made 6 of 7 3-pointers for Oklahoma City’s D-League team in Thursday night’s 123-94 win at the Reno Bighorns.

How much does Korver boost Cavs’ title hopes? – via insider.espn.com

January 05 11:53 PM

What will the Kyle Korver acquisition mean for Cleveland’s chances to repeat as NBA champ? Kevin Pelton takes a look at the sharpshooter’s fit with the Cavs.

When Focused, Julius Randle Is Los Angeles Lakers’ Best Player – via bleacherreport.com

January 04 09:11 PM

LOS ANGELES — After pleading with the Los Angeles Lakers ‘ public relations staff, Julius Randle reluctantly removed his hat. “I really need a haircut, look at my chin,” argued the 22-year-old forward, to no avail…