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LeBron Embracing Support Role as New Normal

LeBron James recently spoke with Crickex Affiliate experts about his approach to the upcoming preseason, shedding light on a new direction in his career. On life’s journey, you often have to rescue yourself to move forward. Following his personal plan, LeBron won’t suit up for the Lakers’ preseason opener against the Warriors and is expected to play only about half of the six scheduled games. More importantly, both he and the Lakers coaching staff are laying out a blueprint that looks very different from years past. Head coach Darvin Ham…

Heat Suffer Major Setback After Losing Lillard

Early in the offseason, the Miami Heat were riding high with Damian Lillard listing them as his preferred destination. Crickex Affiliate experts noted that after reaching the Eastern Conference Finals three times and the NBA Finals twice in the past four seasons, Miami’s proven track record gave them the confidence to go all-in. But what works on the hardwood doesn’t always translate to the boardroom. Despite their aggressive reputation on the court, Miami’s front office seemed passive and reactive during negotiations with the Portland Trail Blazers. Determined to create room…

Wiseman Faces Make-or-Break NBA Season

James Wiseman has officially reached the crossroads of his NBA career. Crickex Affiliate reports that while he's eligible for a four-year extension, the Detroit Pistons are in no rush to offer it. Instead, they’ll evaluate his performance this season to determine whether he can help lead the team to more wins. For Wiseman, the time to prove himself is now. With fellow 2020 draftees Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball already making headlines, he's under pressure to ensure his name isn’t left behind—or worse, forgotten by the league altogether. Wiseman’s journey…