2. Robert Marvi. He remained great in all categories last season, averaging 27 points per game. Regular Season standings Kyle Anderson scored 16.3 points per 36 minutes, up from 10.6 last season. Standings are updated with the completion of each game. Led the league (by a wide margin) with 20.5 pull-up 2-point attempts per game. Andrew Wiggins was one of eight players with at least 60 total steals and 60 total blocks. Leading by 3 points at halftime 60:57. Were one of two teams (Indiana was the other) with a winning record (19-17) on the road and a losing record (14-22) at home. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. WebNorthwestern basketball scores, news, schedule, players, stats, photos, rumors, depth charts on RealGM.com Wiggins teammate, Draymond Green, could be a fit here, too. Opponents shot 50.3% at the rim when Jakob Poeltl was there to protect. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. The reigning two-time Kia MVP should be another lock having followed up a 31-point triple-double in Saturdays win against Utah with 43 points, 14 rebounds and eight assists in a 141-128 win against the Washington Wizards on Wednesday. %FGA = Percentage of total field goal attempts. Hes going to be a joy to watch for years to come. Tied for the second most losses (they were 37-12) after leading by double-digits. Subscribe to Stathead Basketball: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Basketball Reference Database. Mavericks The PGA Tour has made some changes to designated events. How the 76ers do this postseason could play a significant role in Hardens decision. r/nba 25 days ago. The star center Anthony Davis (Anthony Davis) is rested due to the prevention of a right foot injury. That was the worst on-court DefRtg mark among 309 combinations that played at least 750 minutes together. Dennis Schroder scored a game-high 26 points, helping the team beat the Thunder 123:117, and the Lakers also rose to 11th in the Western Conference. 1. Were 21-14 (fifth best) in games that were within five points in the last five minutes (13-6 with LeBron James) this season. From Nov. 25-29, the likely first-time All-Star racked up the most points (105) in a three-game stretch in his career. In a podcast appearance this week, Heat big Bam Adebayo called himself the best defender in the NBA. Davis earned Western Conference Player of the Week honors for games played from Nov. 28 to Dec. 4 after averaging 37.8 points, 13.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 3.3 blocks, marking the eighth time hes captured that honor in addition to producing 30-plus points in each of his last three outings. 3. Warriors 115, Lakers 113 (Jan. 18 @ Los Angeles), Lakers 117, Warriors 91 (Feb. 28 @ Los Angeles), Lakers 128, Warriors 97 (March 15 @ Golden State), Pace: 104.2 possessions (per team) per 48 minutes Players by ALPHABETICAL LISTING. DeMar DeRozans 15.7 points per game were tied for his lowest scoring average against any opponent this season. While some pundits write the Jazz off in the playoffs after the Clippers took them apart a year ago, I believe if Donovan Mitchell and Mike Conley are healthy (unlike a season ago) they are a threat to come out of the West. Two more weeks of the NBA season are in the books. Were the leagues most improved team, both in regard to winning percentage (+0.311) and point differential per 100 possessions (+9.7). Lakers Do you have a sports website? Western Conference Starting SG: Kobe Bryant 16 of 28 Well Earth, you finally get your Kobe vs Michael match-up. Luka Doncic is impressive, as always, but he cant do it alone. Selecting the All-Stars for the guard position in the West is often a tough task, and the 2022-23 season is no different. 6. Dallas is coming off of an eight-game run that only consisted of one win a huge step backward compared to where they were a couple of weeks ago. We know all too well what Dame can do when he gets rolling, coach Steve Kerr said. 8 seed in each conference. NetRtg: +1.2 (14), vs. San Antonio: Team stats | Advanced splits | Player stats | Player shooting | Lineups. This episode also features interviews with Tennessee's Yves Pons and John Fulkerson, as well as Rutgers' Ron Harper Jr. Katz also released his latest edition of his Power 36 rankings. 1 position. Suns Curry scored 1.13 points per possession as a pick-and-roll ball-handler, the best mark among 43 players with at least 300 ball-handler possessions. Now comes another report that Harden is seriously considering a return to the city he thinks of as home. Robert Marvi. He also averaged more thantwo steals per game during his college career and put up 9.9 points and 4.5 boards per game. Lakers over Nuggets 2022 NBA Western Conference Semifinals. Web2021 Playoff Leaders: PTS: Giannis Antetokounmpo (634) TRB: Giannis Antetokounmpo (269) AST: Jrue Holiday (199) WS: Giannis Antetokounmpo (3.7) On Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. Join us for a March Madness Webinar on Tuesday, March 7 at 8pm ET. Only team with a top-five mark in clutch winning percentage in each of the last two seasons. From a detailed, well-reported piece by Sam Amick and Kelly Iko of The Athletic: Sources, who like all of the other sources in this story were granted anonymity so that they could speak freely, have told The Athletic Houston is widely expected to pursue the 13-year veteran point guard if, as is expected, he declines his player option for the 2023-24 season. The views on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the NBA, its clubs or Warner Bros. That was the best rim-protection mark among 72 players who defended at least 200 total shots at the rim. Hard to see a solution for Golden State this season. The Phoenix Suns head to the Spectrum Center to face the Charlotte Hornets in NBA action on Wednesday night. 2. Their ability to knock down those shots is another reason the Suns can be a dangerous playoff team. Suns over Clippers On Wednesday, Powerade announced a new partnership with the Memphis Grizzlies star Morant, who will serve as the face of their rebranded product. DeAnthony Melton saw the third biggest jump in 3-point percentage ( from 28.6% to 41.2%) among 202 players with at least 100 3-point attempts in each of the last He ranked seventh in offensive rebounding percentage (13.5%) and fifth in defensive rebounding percentage (28.8%). DeRozan ranked sixth in assist/turnover ratio (3.55). USA TODAY. Key numbers to know for each of the four teams in the East set to compete for the final two playoff spots. Ranked 29th in clutch 3-point percentage (23.6%), but third in clutch free throw percentage (85.0%). 2 pick behind Zion Williamson in the 2019 draft, was rewarded for elevating Memphis to a surprising third in the Western Conference. 1. The last team to do so was the 2016-17 Spurs. 1. That was the fourth biggest drop among 250 players with at least 200 field goal attempts in each of the last two seasons. Random stat: out of the top 50 players in total points all-time, Stephen Curry is the only player with a career TS% greater than 62%. Looking ahead to the postseason, Suns coach Monty Williams also talked about Durant as a solid rim protector, which means they could allow Ayton to be more aggressive out high on pick-and-rolls knowing there is a quality backstop if needed. Lakers over Suns But if naming only one team from each conference, its hard not to give benefit of the doubt to Los Angeles and Brooklyns premier top-end talent. 3. Even though hes not there yet, hes averaging 21 points and 12 boards a game at the age of 22. Thats a good team that could end up in the play-in because the West is stacked. The victim who made the complaint a high school player in the area said Morant struck him 12 or 13 times during the game, and the police report said the youth had a large knot on his head and had been knocked to the ground, according to the Post. Chance of rain 70%.. New Oxford's Eakins tabbed YAIAA-2 Defensive Player of the Year. Ja Morant had unfortunately timed endorsement announcement, Jim Harbaugh offers comment on receiving interest from NFL, Former Red Sox champion lands with new team, Marcus Smart hits back at Bam Adebayo over DPOY claim. DENVER (AP) Nikola Jokic had 40 points, 17 rebounds and 10 assists to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 134-124 overtime victory against the Los Angeles Clippers in a matchup of Western Conference contenders Sunday night. DefRtg: 110.5 (7) 8. 12. Suns Kent Bazemore had an effective field goal percentage of 61.2% at home and just 48.0% on the road. They looked like a team who should strike fear in the hearts of every other team in the West. 2 in the West. 5. 2020-21 KIA NBA DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARD. Keldon Johnson passed on just 21.2% of his drives, the lowest rate among 115 players with at least 300 total drives. 5. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. Got 40% of their minutes, the leagues third highest rate (highest among teams still playing), from rookies (17%, seventh highest) or second-year players (25%, fifth highest). Dejounte Murray attempted 302 mid-range shots and 199 3-pointers. Damion Lee saw the third biggest jump (from 50.0% to 60.8%). Towns skillset is unmatched. Third straight season as a worse-than-average defensive team after a streak of 21 straight as a better-than-average defense. Sacramento has a 98.9 percent chance to make the playoffs and a 96.7 percent chance to be a top-six seed in the conference, per Basketball References playoff probabilities report. He underwent an MRI exam for the knee on Monday, then participated in the shootaround before being deemed ready to play and contributed 12 points, nine rebounds, eight assists, two blocks and two steals. Lauri Markkanen says 1 of the goals he made for himself this season is to make the All-Star Game in Utah. Find out more. DeRozans primary defender (57.4 partial possessions) was Dillon Brooks. 2. Before the games tip off, here are some statistical notes to get you ready for the No. If you read between the lines in what he is saying, it seems like he has. 2 all-time. On this week's episode of March Madness 365 Katz reflects on thosememorable players inthis Nuggets-Lakers matchup. List of the Best 610 Players on NBA 2K23. FantasyPros considers the best player values for DraftKings and FanDuel NBA DFS. Deandre Ayton played his role with 16 points and 16 rebounds. Trail Blazers DefRtg: 109.4 (5) LeBron James and the Lakers may be primed to rise to the top of the West in 2021-22. The league average is 15.00 every season. He also allowed just 0.46 points per possession on isolations, the best mark among 86 players who defended at least 50, according to Synergy tracking. He committed turnovers on just 2.2% of his drives, the lowest rate among 115 players with at least 300 total drives. 2. But these teams dont have any margin for error, things need to fall perfectly in line for them. The Spurs are showcasing the importance of Black culture in their community for the month of February. The Spurs are no longer championship contenders, but Gregg Popovich and DeMar DeRozan still present a formidable test for the young, unproven Grizzlies. 2. 3. 2. Click-click, another lock for what would mark his second NBA All-Star Game appearance. 4. Clippers 2. The strong defense helped propel the Jazz to a league-leading 52-20 record and the top seed in the Western Conference for the 2021 NBA Playoffs. The victory really showcased how Sacramento is capable of seeing out games, as it was the 35 points in the fourth quarter that sealed the win. Were also 0-22 after trailing by 15 points or more. 21. And before we get to the playoffs, we begin with the Play-In, four teams in each conference playing for the final two spots in the first round. The Lakers, Jazz, Suns and Warriors all look like they have realistic championship chances. I dont feel great about picking that NBA Finals matchup. 10. Updated Nov 30, NBA Expanded Conference Glance. He also averaged more than a block a game as a freshman and sophomore and more than two blocks a game as a junior. The eight-time All-Star should be a lock to return to the big stage for the first time since the 2020-21 season, but hes got to stay healthy (hes missed just three games so far) and maintain the production. April 16, 2015 / 9:33 AM / CBS Texas. Three things to Know: Can Lakers still make playoffs despite LeBrons injury? Coming up on his 38th birthday, James notched his 511th career 30-point performance in Tuesdays loss to Boston to pass Wilt Chamberlain for No. Spencer Parlier has worked at CNN, Heavy Inc., and WFSU-FM. Heres our list. Here are the Nuggets and Lakers who had the best college careers: Caldwell-Pope played two years for the Georgia Bulldogs. Monte Morris played four years for the Cyclones and got better every single year. Its time to look at how things are breaking down in the Western Conference with another edition of power rankings. These are the 10 players in the 2020 Western Conference finals who had the best college basketball careers, ranked by NCAA.com's Andy Katz. As explained previously, the starting groups for both conferences feature two guards and three frontcourt players while the reserves consist of two guards, three frontcourt players and two wildcard selections. 3. For the third straight season, Valanciunas was one of exactly five players who shot 65% or better on at least 200 attempts in the restricted area and 50% or better on at least 100 attempts elsewhere in the paint. 7. Philadelphia is a top-five (maybe top-three) team in the NBA and will be a serious title contender if Harden remains, and they can pay him more. Ranked last in time of possession (19.5 minutes per game). Then theres the money. Get all the top Lakers fan gear for men, women, and kids at store.nba.com. The big win this week for the Kings was against the Celtics. You can e-mail himhere, find his archivehereand follow him onTwitter. 1. Pelicans, Playoffs first round: 2. 4. 1. 3. Beginning his career as a sportswriter, Benner then served with the Pacers for 28 years, retiring last season. COLLEGE TO PROS:College basketball's top 10 players in the NBA's 2020 Eastern Conference Finals. Jokic took a tiny step back this season, but that had more to do with the heights he hit in 2016-17 than anything he did this season, injuries aside. After a few substandard years when he wasnt San Antonios focal point, he was back to 23 points per game and providing solid defense. Were 19-8 with both LeBron James and Anthony Davis and outscored their opponents by 11.2 points per 100 possessions with both on the floor, better than their mark of +8.0 (in more than twice as many minutes) last season. Timberwolves front-office shakeup leaves a sour taste for woebegone Will Cavaliers bigs block opponents or each other? With the NBA's Western Conference Finals between the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers well underway, Andy Katz took a trip down memory lane and ranked the top 10 college careers of players in the series. The Jan. 30 game was both his lowest scoring game of the season (five points on 2-for-6 shooting with zero free throw attempts in 25 minutes) and the only time this season when he had fewer than two assists. Golden State has a 3-6 record in games decided by 3 points or fewer. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. Ranked third in turnover differential, committing 1.5 fewer per game than their opponents. Jonas Valanciunas led the league with 5.2 second chance points per game and ranked fifth in total rebounding percentage, grabbing 21.0% of available rebounds while he was on the floor. Six frontcourt players participated in the 2022 NBA All-Star Game for the Western Conference, which used its two wildcard spots on guards Luka Doncic and Donovan Mitchell. Check back every second week t 3. Its just one game, but you could see how Durant and Booker are built for playoffs because they can get off a shot without a big setting a pick and bringing a second defender into the picture. Saw the leagues third biggest jump (+6.0) in points scored per 100 possessions, from 104.4 (30th) last season to 110.5 (20th) this season. Listed alphabetically, heres a look at eight frontcourt players (and no, we didnt forget to list Draymond Green, Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns) from the Western Conference that figure prominently in the battle for spots in the 2023 NBA All-Star Game. The Warriors are 4-7 against Pacific Division opponents. The Thunder are 15-19 in Western Conference games. Morants primary defender (45.7 partial possessions) was Dejounte Murray. Web10 Western Conference teams are within 4 games of both the 4th and 13th seed. KLAY FOR THE LEAD pic.twitter.com/Iaee5Xdo7r, Warriors on NBCS (@NBCSWarriors) March 1, 2023. Jordan Poole had an effective field goal percentage of 53.5%, up from 40.6% last season. With a year of experience and the motivation from a feud under his belt, theres no reason to believe he wont get even better going forward. 9. 8. Random stat: out of the top 50 players in total points all-time, Stephen Curry is the only player with a career TS% greater than 62%. 2. Kevon Looney accounted for just 9.1% of the Warriors field goal attempts while he was on the floor, the third lowest rate among 362 players who played at least 500 minutes. Defensively, they have been so ineffective all season long, and if things dont change soon, itll be the second year in a row they miss out on the playoffs. 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