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Brittany Mills

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Could the KD Warriors Go Back-to-Back Without Steph?

Take Steph Curry out and leave Kevin Durant with Klay, Draymond, and the rest of the roster. In 2017, could that group still outlast LeBron and Kyrie’s Cavs without Curry’s off-ball gravity to unlock easy looks? In 2018, does Houston’s switch-everything, threes-and-free-throws math smother a KD-and-Klay ISO attack, or can Golden State’s defense and star shot-making grind it out? What’s your call: Cavs in 6? Rockets in 7? Or does KD carry both series? #NBAWhatIf #Warriors #KevinDurant #StephCurry #NBADebate #NBAFinals #NBAPlayoffs #NBA #Sports

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Robert Johansson

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Which One Are You Taking?

Michael Jordan earned $93.88 million in NBA contracts and won 6 championships. James Harden has earned $411 million, and is still chasing his first ring. We’ve seen memes comparing Harden to role players like Robert Horry, but what if you put him next to another all-time superstar like MJ? Does the choice feel just as easy? Which one are you taking, the rings or the bag? #MichaelJordan #JamesHarden #NBAHistory #NBADebate #NBAWhatIf #RingCulture #NBALegends #Sports #NBA

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James Allen

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Who Has That “Dennis Rodman Skill” in Today's NBA?

Dennis Rodman was a master at getting under opponents’ skin — part mind games, part hustle, and part chaos. So who carries that torch in today’s NBA? Is it Draymond with his antics? Pat Bev with the constant chatter? Dillon Brooks with his trash talk? Or someone else who thrives on being the irritator-in-chief? Who’s your pick for the modern Rodman? #NBA #DennisRodman #NBAWhatIf #NBARivalry #NBAHistory #NBADebate #Sports #DPOY

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FromTheLand

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Harden’s 2020 Jab at Giannis Still Stirs Debate

Back in 2020, James Harden made a pointed comment about Giannis Antetokounmpo’s game: “I wish I could be 7-feet, run and just dunk. That takes no skill at all.” It was a jab that added extra spice to their later playoff matchup in 2021, when Harden’s Nets faced Giannis’ Bucks. That series took a dramatic turn after Giannis’ play resulted in Kyrie Irving’s injury — a moment many believe shifted the balance. Without it, the Bucks could very likely have been sent home early. Looking back now, was Harden out of line — or just speaking his mind? #JamesHarden #Giannis #NBAWhatIf #NBADebate #NBAPlayoffs #BrooklynNets #MilwaukeeBucks #MVP #Sports #NBA

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Beth Holland

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7 Straight International MVPs, 7 Straight New Champions

The NBA has been on two unprecedented streaks: seven consecutive seasons where the MVP has been an international player, and seven straight seasons with a different champion. Which streak ends first — the MVP run or the championship turnover? #NBA #MVP #InternationalPlayers #NBANews #BasketballStats #NBATalk #NBADebate #Sports

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Robert Johansson

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Revisiting the Gobert Trade 3 Years Later

When the Timberwolves sent a massive haul to Utah for Rudy Gobert in 2022, it was instantly labeled anywhere from a huge overpay to the worst trade in NBA history. Minnesota got: Rudy Gobert Utah got: Malik Beasley, Patrick Beverley, Leandro Bolmaro, Jarred Vanderbilt (all gone by the end of the next season), Walker Kessler, 2023 pick (Keyonte George), 2025 pick (Walter Clayton Jr.), 2026 swap (likely won’t convey), 2027 pick, and 2029 pick (top-5 protected). Three seasons later, with Gobert anchoring Minnesota’s defense and Utah’s rebuild producing some promising pieces, how has the trade aged in your eyes? Still a disaster, or better than people think? #NBA #RudyGobert #UtahJazz #Timberwolves #NBADebate #NBAHistory #Sports

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Beth Holland

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91–93 Jordan vs 00–02 Shaq: Higher Peak?

Many fans consider Michael Jordan’s first three-peat years (1991–1993) and Shaquille O’Neal’s dominant Lakers stretch (2000–2002) as the two greatest peaks in NBA history. Jordan was at the height of his all-around game — elite scorer, tenacious defender, and the ultimate closer. Shaq was an unstoppable force in the paint, bullying opponents and dominating the Finals like no one before or since. If you had to pick, who had the higher peak? #NBA #MichaelJordan #ShaquilleONeal #NBADebate #MyNBAGOAT #NBAHistory #PrimeTime #Sports

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Brittany Mills

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Can Team USA Win the Next Olympics Without LeBron, KD, and Steph?

It’s hard to imagine Team USA taking the floor without LeBron, Kevin Durant, and Stephen Curry, three legends who defined an era of dominance in international basketball. LeBron will be 43 by then. KD’s age and possible lack of motivation without a stacked roster make him a question mark too. Steph might be the most realistic to return, and maybe he plus two other top-10 players could be enough to win it all… but that’s far from certain. Without these legends of Team USA, can this new generation carry the torch and still dominate the Olympics? Or will another country finally take the crown? #NBA #TeamUSA #Olympics #Basketball #LeBronJames #KevinDurant #StephenCurry #NBADebate #MyNBAGOAT #Sports #NBALegends

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James Allen

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Same Age, Different Journeys: Drummond vs. Caruso

It feels like Andre Drummond has been in the NBA forever — but he’s only 31, the same age as Alex Caruso. One’s career started with All-Star nods and rebounding titles, the other’s rise came from being a role player who turned into an elite perimeter defender and fan favorite. Two completely different paths, same birth year. Whose career would you rather have? #NBA #AndreDrummond #AlexCaruso #BasketballTalk #NBADebate #Sports #NBAStories

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Brittany Mills

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The Knicks Went All In — Can They Take the East?

New York’s front office has pushed all their chips to the center of the table. Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, and Jalen Brunson — all locked into big deals. The core is set, the East is wide open, and the vibes in MSG are electric. Money’s been spent, roster’s built… now comes the question: Can this group break through and reach the Finals for the first time since 1999? Is this the year the Knicks turn “potential” into “parade”? #Knicks #NewYork #NewYorkCity #NBA #NBAOffseason #NBADebate #NBAFinals #ClutchPlayers #NBA #Sports

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