Danny Small is currently the Editor-in-Chief and credentialed Knicks reporter for Elite Sports NY. The New York-based sportswriter spends most of his time watching the NBA but has a passion for FIBA basketball as well. The key to his heart is through creative pick-and-roll sets.
Never underestimate the value of a great backup point guard. Having a reliable floor general to lead the second unit—or step into a starting role when necessary—is a luxury most NBA teams don’t have. At first glance, the Philadelphia 76ers have questionable depth at point guard, but that shouldn’t be a problem for this title…
The landscape of the NBA shifted in tectonic-like fashion this past summer. An era of “Big Threes” is giving way to star duos dispersed throughout the league. There are plenty of new pairings, but the most interesting one could be down in Dallas. Keep an eye on the Mavericks in the brutal Western Conference. Although…
The departure of Kyrie Irving may have dominated headlines over the summer, but the loss of Al Horford could prove to be more troublesome for the Boston Celtics. Despite Irving’s defection to the Brooklyn Nets, the Celtics were quick to land a suitable replacement in Kemba Walker. When it comes to Boston’s depth at the…
Basketball is a team sport, first and foremost, but it’s also a star-driven game. One or two elite players can often lift a team above an opponent with more collective talent. Such is the case at the FIBA World Cup where depth matters but stars ultimately win games. After the first two rounds of group…
