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December 2020

James Harden dribbling

Three Eastern Conference non-contenders that should trade for James Harden

The 2020/21 NBA season is underway, but James Harden trade rumors refuse to wane. Harden is taking to the court on a depleted Houston Rockets team, and has admitted he’s not in game shape. Yet, the former MVP continues to put up gaudy numbers. 

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Russell Westbrook Nuggets buzzer beater

Rollercoaster with Russ: The ups and downs of following Westbrook’s career

Devastating dunks, highlight passes and a competitive edge that even all-time greats like Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant have commented on. But there is an undeniable frustration that comes along with watching him play, especially when you root for him. But before that, let’s consider where Russell Westbrook was before he arrived in the NBA journey.

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Curry and Lillard

Steph Curry vs Dame Lillard: Who’s the best point guard in the NBA?

And whether a case of recency bias or agenda-setting on the part of the media, Portland guard Damian Lillard sparked not only comparisons between himself and Curry, but also conversations that he may have surpassed the three-time champion after his spirited playoff performances in the NBA bubble—a debate that has endured to this day.

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Yu Darvish on mound for Cubs

Padres send Cubs into deep rebuild with bargain Darvish trade

Just 24 hours after making a trade to acquire Rays ace Blake Snell, the San Diego Padres made another massive move toward their increasingly evident goal of a World Series, trading for Yu Darvish of the Chicago Cubs, alongside his personal catcher Victor Caratini. In return, Chicago got RHP Zach Davies and four young prospects.

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Blake Snell on mound

Padres pay high price to land Blake Snell from Rays

This trade surprised many in the MLB world, as Snell still has three years left on his contract, and without a notably high price on those years too. He was due $10.5 million in 2021 and the following two years would cost $12.5m and $16m respectively, before he would become a free agent going into his age-31 season of 2024.

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Jimmy Garoppolo 2020

Four options at quarterback as the Niners look to replace Garoppolo

The 2020 season did not go exactly as planned for the San Francisco 49ers. Amidst an off-season plagued by a global pandemic leading to a shortened training camp, the 49ers swore that they would embark on a ‘Revenge Tour’ in 2020; avenging their Super Bowl loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Flash forward four months

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Alvin Kamara and Christian McCaffrey

Alvin Kamara vs Christian McCaffrey: Who’s the best running back in the NFL?

So, this is a perfect time to try and see where he stands amongst the elite backs in the NFL. The closest and most natural comparison for Kamara is the Carolina Panthers’ workhorse, Christian McCaffrey. Both of these players are recognised for their fantastic work in the passing game, but they are also both very efficient runners. So, let’s take a look – Alvin Kamara vs Christian McCaffrey.

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Lonzo Ball dribbles up court

Five key players to watch out for on Christmas Day

Five NBA games take place on Christmas Day. The Pelicans meet the Heat before the Warriors take on Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks. They’re followed by the Nets and Celtics before attention switches to the Western Conference for the Mavericks versus the Lakers and a playoff rematch between the Clippers and the Nuggets. 

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