Basketball Intelligence For 2/26/24

A jam packed edition with nearly 50 stories, from the thriving Nuggets to setbacks for the Lakers, Clippers, and Warriors, some great NBA draft writing, and so much more!

TEAM-SPECIFIC

BOS: Jaylen Brown explains more-talented Celtics’ desire to be smarter team, too, minute details on Jayson Tatum’s time, and bonus points
Adam Himmelsbach, Boston Globe

CHA: Brandon Miller already becoming a leader for Charlotte Hornets
Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer

CHI: Bulls with serious issues at the four hope Alex Caruso can be the cure
Joe Cowley, Chicago Sun Times

CHI: Staggered Bulls embrace chaos, pull out impressive victory against Pelicans
Joe Cowley, Chicago Sun Times

CLE: Darius Garland comes through in the clutch as Cavs celebrate Donovan Mitchell’s return with 114-105 win
Chris Fedor, Cleveland.com

DAL: Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd's poor decision leads to loss to Pacers
Bradley Lockett, Fansided

DAL: Mavericks’ win streak snapped as Euless Trinity alum Myles Turner sets the pace in Indiana
Brad Townsend, The Dallas Morning News

DAL: Carlisle offers high praise to Mavs for adding Gafford and Washington
Dwain Price, NBA.com

so many more stories re DEN thru UTA and great leaguewide and draft pieces follow for paid subscribers!