After news broke earlier today that an agreement was in place, the Sacramento Kings officially signed free agent Precious Achiuwa this afternoon. Achiuwa’s deal is for the veteran’s minimum ($2.29 million), according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. What Does Precious Achiuwa Bring To Kings and How Does He Fit In Doug Christie’s Rotation? Achiuwa is looking to revive his NBA career … [Read more...] about What Does Precious Achiuwa Bring To Kings and How Does He Fit In Doug Christie’s Rotation?
The Knicks Defense Looks Different, It Doesn’t Mean It’s Worse
Two weeks into the 2025-26 season, the Knicks sit at 2-3. Following the team’s 135-125 NBA Cup loss on the road at Chicago, new head coach Mike Brown is already questioning his team’s ability to play with physicality and urgency. The Knicks’ defense has looked different through five games this season, but that doesn’t mean it’s worse. When asked about the loss, Brown pointed to … [Read more...] about The Knicks Defense Looks Different, It Doesn’t Mean It’s Worse
2025-26 NBA Season: 15 Early Trade Candidates
Although the 2025-26 NBA season has just begun, there are quite a few players that look like early trade candidates. In fact, a few of these players have already had their names in rumors. Others have expiring contracts, a category of players that always draws attention on the trade market. Let’s take a look at 15 hoopers who could be moved ahead of this season’s trade … [Read more...] about 2025-26 NBA Season: 15 Early Trade Candidates
Albertie’s 2026 NBA Lottery Mock Draft (Halloween Edition)
Only a few days remain before the tip-off of the 2025-26 NCAA men’s basketball season. In preparation for one of the most highly anticipated seasons in NCAA history, Last Word on Sports has prepared a mock 2026 NBA Draft (lottery only). Important to note, though the 2025-26 NBA season has already begun, the order of this mock draft isn’t based on current standings. Instead, it … [Read more...] about Albertie’s 2026 NBA Lottery Mock Draft (Halloween Edition)
Is Mikal Bridges’ Hot Start as a Playmaker Sustainable?
Mike Brown’s promise to switch up the Knicks’ offense and rotation has had mixed results four games into the season, with the team at .500. The Knicks have faced a quartet of old playoff foes, coming out ahead of the Cavaliers and Celtics before losing to the Heat and Bucks in almost identical fashion. While the team has struggled to maintain momentum from half to half, Mikal … [Read more...] about Is Mikal Bridges’ Hot Start as a Playmaker Sustainable?