Mathew Huff

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Overrate That-The Rise of Tyrese Haliburton

1 week ago | thesportsdaily.com | Mathew Huff

Tyrese Haliburton has emerged as the engine behind the Indiana Pacers’ improbable Cinderella-like run to the brink of the NBA Finals. As of May 28th, 2025, the Pacers stand just one win away from their first Finals appearance since the 2000 season. A Finals where they faced off against the powerhouse duo of Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal on the Los Angeles Lakers. Much of Indiana’s unexpected success can be traced to Haliburton’s historic postseason performances.
Spurs Could be in the Running for Kevin Durant

1 week ago | thesportsdaily.com | Mathew Huff

As the NBA offseason approaches, speculation intensifies around Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant’s future. With multiple teams expected to pursue the two-time NBA champion, the San Antonio Spurs represent a compelling and often overlooked contender in this high-stakes market. Armed with the second and 14th overall picks in the upcoming NBA Draft, San Antonio possesses both the assets and the strategic flexibility to pursue a transformative acquisition.
Jalen Williams Receives High Praise After 34-Point Performance

1 week ago | thesportsdaily.com | Mathew Huff

Jalen Williams of the Oklahoma City Thunder is often the underrated star amid a dynamic and high-powered squad. With the now reigning MVP in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander commanding attention and the promising Chet Holmgren wreaking havoc in the paint, it’s easy for casual fans to overlook just how lethal Williams can be for opposing teams. Yet, his quiet consistency was on full display in the recent Game Four victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Mike Conley Hopeful to Play at Least Two More Seasons

2 weeks ago | thesportsdaily.com | Mathew Huff

Mike Conley has become one of the most important role players for the Minnesota Timberwolves. The veteran guard is “having a ball,” as the Timberwolves are chasing their first NBA Finals appearance. “I’m having a ball, bro, honestly,” The one-time All-Star said. “I tell the guys all the time, ‘If you see a day where I’m not smiling and not having a good time and loving being here, tell me to retire. Tell me to go home.’ That is one reason why I’m here.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Wins 2025 NBA MVP

2 weeks ago | thesportsdaily.com | Mathew Huff

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA) of the Oklahoma City Thunder has officially named the 2025 NBA MVP. He beat out Denver’s Nikola Jokić and Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo for the award. SGA helped lead the Thunder to a fantastic year. A year where they finished with the top seed in the Western Conference with a win-loss record of 68-14. SGA joins Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant as the latest Oklahoma City Thunder star to win the MVP award in their franchise’s history.
49ers, Brock Purdy Agree to Five-Year Extension

2 weeks ago | thesportsdaily.com | Mathew Huff

Brock Purdy is one of the latest NFL stars to receive a lucrative contract extension. The San Francisco 49ers have agreed to a five-year extension with the one-time Pro Bowl quarterback. The deal is for reportedly $265 million with $181 million in guarantees. While he may not be a top-tier quarterback in today’s NFL, Brock Purdy has developed into one of the better signal callers in the league. After all, he did help lead the 49ers to a Super Bowl appearance in just his second season.
Julian Strawther an Unlikely Hero as Nuggets Force Game Seven

3 weeks ago | thesportsdaily.com | Mathew Huff

The Denver Nuggets came into Game Six with their proverbial backs against the wall. Things especially seemed dire after Jamal Murray popped up on the injury report with a mysterious illness. What many did not expect was the jolt former Gonzaga Bulldog, Julian Strawther, gave the Nuggets’ second unit. Denver started off hot as Murray did his best “Jordan flu game,” impression and scored the first three points of the contest for Denver on a three-point shot where he was fouled.
Ravens, Derrick Henry Agree to Two-Year Extension

3 weeks ago | thesportsdaily.com | Mathew Huff

The Baltimore Ravens have reportedly agreed to a two-year contract extension with star running back, Derrick Henry. The deal is for reportedly $30 million with $25 million guaranteed. Last offseason, Henry inked a two-year deal with the Ravens after spending the first eight years of his career with the Tennessee Titans. It was a match made in heaven for him and Baltimore as Henry added an extra dimension to the Ravens deadly offensive attack.
Jayson Tatum Carried Off Floor With Achilles Injury

3 weeks ago | thesportsdaily.com | Mathew Huff

The defending champion, Boston Celtics, now find themselves in a 3-1 hole against the rival, New York Knicks. However, that is the least of their worries right now. Superstar wing, Jayson Tatum, suffered an Achilles injury in the fourth quarter with 2:58 left in Game Four. Tatum lunged for a loose ball, then fell to the floor in instant pain. After a dunk by Knicks forward, OG Anunoby, the Boston small forward called for a timeout and grabbed a towel and put it over his face, agonizing in pain.
Dallas Mavericks Win 2025 NBA Draft Lottery

3 weeks ago | thesportsdaily.com | Mathew Huff

The Dallas Mavericks were the surprise of the NBA Draft Lottery. Despite only having a 1.8 percent chance, the Mavericks landed the first overall pick of the upcoming NBA Draft. As a result, many expect Dallas to select Cooper Flagg. Plenty of speculation has occurred in terms of accusing the NBA of rigging the lottery. Especially with the low odds Dallas had going into the NBA Draft Lottery and in the aftermath of the controversial Luka Dončić trade.