Basketball Intelligence For 11/2/23

The eve of the inaugural In-Season Tournament, Niang's defense, Jokic's passing, and more

LEAGUEWIDE STORIES

How NBA’s new tournament takes inspiration from soccer’s oldest cup competition
Richard Sutcliffe, The Athletic
Mike says: Maybe I’m in the minority, but I’m excited for the in-season tournament (beautifully garish courts and all)! Being excited is fun; more people should give it a try.

Rookie head coaches Darko Rajaković, Adrian Griffin on separate paths with Raptors, Bucks
Eric Koreen, The Athletic

TEAM STORIES

ATL: Hawks dominate the glass to move to 3-2 in victory over Wizards
Graham Chapple, Peachtree Hoops