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Let’s talk hoops — drop your questions, takes, or anything you would like to see us post below.

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🚨NBA $15 STARTING 5 CHALLENGE 🚨

You have exactly $15 to build the best starting lineup.

Who’s making your team? 👀🏀

Drop your lineup below ⬇️ and defend it.

Let’s see who builds the best squad. 👇

#NBA #NBATwitter #Basketball #Hoops #NBADebate #BasketballDiscussion #NBAOffseason

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James Harden to Phoenix? 👀 🌵 ☀️

The Beard knows how to cook in Year 1 with a new squad:

• Rockets ’12-13: 25.9 PPG, 5.8 APG
• Nets ’20-21: 24.6 PPG, 10.9 APG
• 76ers ’21-22: 21.0 PPG, 10.5 APG
• Clippers ’23-24: 16.6 PPG, 8.5 APG
• Cavs ’25-26: 20.5 PPG, 7.7 APG

Would this be a good move for Phoenix coming off of a playoff berth?

#NBA #Suns

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You can only build around ONE duo for the next 10 years…

Which duo are you taking? 🤔👇

A: Luka Dončić + Victor Wembanyama

B: Anthony Edwards + Cooper Flagg

C: Nikola Jokić + Amen Thompson

D: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander + Giannis Antetokounmpo

No wrong answers

#NBA #NBATwitter #Basketball #Hoops #NBADebate #BasketballDiscussion

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@UofBasketball @KalshiSports @KalshiHoops Wemby stays healthy and he may seriously have 5-10 seasons on this list. Crazy to think that his defensive peak at 21 is this great already.

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Deni Avdija vs Matas Buzelis (2025-26):

Avdija: 67% of shot attempts within 15 ft of the rim (heavy rim + short mid paint creator).

Buzelis: 48% within 15 ft (more rim-focused but higher overall 3PT volume).

If Matas with a new coach gets more downhill & operates freely, what’s his ceiling? Star wing? All-Star? Thoughts?

#NBA #Bulls #Trailblazers

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Kyrie Irving career PPG by team:

CLE: 21.6
BOS: 24.1
BKN: 27.1
DAL: 25.7

Elite scorer, 9x All-Star, champ, ridiculous handles.

So hyped to see Uncle Drew back on the court this season 🔥

#MFFL #KyrieIrving #NBA

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Deni Avdija vs Matas Buzelis (2025-26):

Avdija: 67% of shot attempts within 15 ft of the rim (heavy rim + short mid paint creator).

Buzelis: 48% within 15 ft (more rim-focused but higher overall 3PT volume).

If Matas with a new coach gets more downhill & operates freely, what’s his ceiling? Star wing? All-Star? Thoughts?

#NBA #Bulls #Trailblazers

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Jabari Smith Jr. (6'11") shot 6.3 threes per game last season, nearly half his total shot attempts (12.6 FGA).

For a player that size, launching that % of your looks from deep feels suboptimal. Is this an indictment on the Rockets' spacing, team build, or coaching?

Would love to see what his development looks like with better spacing + more shots at the rim.

Rockets fans, thoughts? 👀

#Rockets #JabariSmithJr

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🔥 The 2025-26 rookie class were productive in fantasy leagues early on in their careers!

Who was your favorite rookie pickup last season?

#FantasyBasketball #NBARookies #NBA

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SCOUTING REPORT

Ebuka Okorie

Strengths
🎯 Dynamic shot creation
⚡ Explosive first step
🎨 Tight handle & change of pace
🔥 Confident three-level scorer
🧠 Creative finisher around the rim
��� Tough shot-making ability

Needs Improvement
🛡️ Defensive consistency
💪 Adding strength to handle NBA physicality
🎯 Three-point consistency off the catch
📖 Decision-making as a primary playmaker

Best NBA Role
⭐ Lead scoring guard
⭐ Pick-and-roll creator
⭐ Late-game shot maker

NBA Play Style
Shades of Kemba Walker 👀

Ceiling
🌟 Dynamic starting point guard

Swing Skill
🎯 Can he become an efficient lead guard while maintaining his scoring aggression?

Ebuka Okorie has the creativity, confidence, and scoring instincts to put constant pressure on opposing defenses. If his playmaking and defense continue to develop, Detroit may have found another exciting young guard to pair with its rising core.

Can Ebuka Okorie become Detroit’s point guard of the future? 👀

#EbukaOkorie #DetroitPistons #Pistons #PistonsNation #DetroitBasketball #NBA #NBARookies #NBASummerLeague #DetroitVsEverybody

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Top Rim Pressure/Drive Leaders (2025-26)

What stands out to you on this list?

Let us know below ⬇️

#NBA

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The top 5 NBA teams by % of points from isolations (2025-26) include all 4 conference finalists.

When schemes break down in the playoffs, elite iso creators are clutch.

Balanced offenses that pair team flow with one-on-one threats will dominate moving forward. Iso isn’t everything, but it’s a must-have weapon. 🏀

#NBA #Knicks #Cavs #Thunder #Spurs #Timberwolves

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SCOUTING REPORT

Yaxel Lendeborg

Strengths
🛡️ Defensive versatility
🏀 Elite rebounding instincts
🎨 Underrated playmaking
💪 Physical interior scoring
⚡ High motor & athleticism
🧠 Excellent basketball IQ

Needs Improvement
🎯 Three-point shooting consistency
🪄 Creating offense against set defenses
💪 Expanding his half-court scoring arsenal
🔒 Limiting fouls while staying aggressive

Best NBA Role
⭐ Two-way forward
⭐ Transition playmaker
⭐ Versatile defensive stopper

NBA Play Style
🆚 Shades of Aaron Gordon 👀

Ceiling
🌟 High-level starting forward

Swing Skill
🎯 Can the jump shot become a reliable weapon?

Yaxel Lendeborg has all the tools to become the type of versatile forward every contender wants. His motor, defensive versatility, rebounding, and playmaking give him the potential to impact winning without needing to be the No. 1 scoring option.

Does Yaxel Lendeborg have future All-Defensive Team potential? 👀

#YaxelLendeborg #DubNation #Warriors #GoldenStateWarriors #StrengthInNumbers #NBASummerLeague #NBARookies #NBA

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@TheHoopCentral @Suns We highlighted Koa Peat earlier this morning and he continued to show his two-way impact throughout Summer League. Phoenix might’ve found a gem at the end of Round 1

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SCOUTING REPORT

Koa Peat

Strengths
💪 NBA-ready frame & physicality
🏀 Versatile scoring ability
🧠 High basketball IQ
🎯 Reliable mid-range touch
🛡️ Defensive versatility
🤝 Underrated passer & connector

Needs Improvement
🎯 Three-point shooting consistency
⚡ Improving first-step explosiveness
🪄 Creating separation against elite defenders
🔒 Defensive consistency on the perimeter

Best NBA Role
⭐ Two-way scoring forward
⭐ Offensive hub in the half court
⭐ Versatile frontcourt playmaker

NBA Play Style
Shades of Paolo Banchero

Ceiling
🌟 Multi-time All-Star Forward

Swing Skill
🎯 Can he become a consistent three-point shooter?

Koa Peat has one of the highest floors in this rookie class. His combination of strength, feel for the game, and offensive versatility gives him a chance to make an impact down the line.

Does Koa Peat have future All-Star potential? 👀

#KoaPeat #PhoenixSuns #Suns #ValleyTogether #SunsNation #WeAreTheValley #NBASummerLeague #NBARookies

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Koa Peat continues to impress with his all-around impact. ☀️🌵

🔥 19 PTS
🏀 3 REB
🎨 3 AST
🔒 2 STL
🛡️ 1 BLK
➕ +16

Peat filled the stat sheet on both ends, showing the versatility, physicality, and feel for the game that made him one of my favorite prospects. The scoring continues to come, but it’s the two-way impact that stands out.

Phoenix may have found another cornerstone piece. 👀

#KoaPeat #PhoenixSuns #Suns #ValleyTogether #SunsNation #WeAreTheValley #NBASummerLeague #NBARookies

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SCOUTING REPORT

Koa Peat

Strengths
💪 NBA-ready frame & physicality
🏀 Versatile scoring ability
🧠 High basketball IQ
🎯 Reliable mid-range touch
🛡️ Defensive versatility
🤝 Underrated passer & connector

Needs Improvement
🎯 Three-point shooting consistency
⚡ Improving first-step explosiveness
🪄 Creating separation against elite defenders
🔒 Defensive consistency on the perimeter

Best NBA Role
⭐ Two-way scoring forward
⭐ Offensive hub in the half court
⭐ Versatile frontcourt playmaker

NBA Play Style
Shades of Paolo Banchero

Ceiling
🌟 Multi-time All-Star Forward

Swing Skill
🎯 Can he become a consistent three-point shooter?

Koa Peat has one of the highest floors in this rookie class. His combination of strength, feel for the game, and offensive versatility gives him a chance to make an impact down the line.

Does Koa Peat have future All-Star potential? 👀

#KoaPeat #PhoenixSuns #Suns #ValleyTogether #SunsNation #WeAreTheValley #NBASummerLeague #NBARookies

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The top 5 NBA teams by % of points from isolations (2025-26) include all 4 conference finalists.

When schemes break down in the playoffs, elite iso creators are clutch.

Balanced offenses that pair team flow with one-on-one threats will dominate moving forward. Iso isn’t everything, but it’s a must-have weapon. 🏀

#NBA #Knicks #Cavs #Thunder #Spurs #Timberwolves