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Houston's losses have been few and far between, but the rise of two Western Conference contenders and the inability to perform in back-to-backs have hurt them.

The Los Angeles Lakers have been linked to possible trades for Herb Jones of the Pelicans and Keon Ellis of the Kings.

Shaq, Chuck, Kenny and Ernie discuss why Russell Westbrook and the Rockets are losing steam during the 2020 postseason. LeBron James and Anthony Davis combine for 62 points as Los Angeles takes down Houston to win Game 3.

Behind the Thunder are Nikola Jokic 's Denver Nuggets at +600. The Nuggets have started 17-6 but continue to be without Aaron Gordon (hamstring), who is not expected to return before Christmas. Houston has the next shortest odds at 10-1.

The Spurs are 4-1 over the last five games and advancing in the NBA Cup after a win over the Lakers. Since losing Victor Wembanyama for 12 games, the Spurs have gone 9-3 compared to 7-4 with him. San Antonio boasts the seventh-best offensive rating over the last 12 games, but ranks 22nd in defensive rating without their franchise player.

The Los Angeles Lakers are not good enough to win the NBA title, reckons Rich Paul, the agent of LeBron James.

The 2025-26 campaign has turned into a showcase for some of the league’s sharpest playmakers. From superstar engines to fast-rising facilitators, this year’s assist leaders are controlling tempo, reading defenses,