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Building a defense around Luka Dončić: What's Possible, What's Required

Seven seasons, endless combinations of teammates and lineups. What they teach us about building a defense around Luka.

Jun 11 • Iztok Franko

NBA Trends, Part III: The Rise of Skilled Size

Playoff lessons, counters to pressure, and the evolution of offense

Jun 3 • Iztok Franko

NBA Trends, Part I: The New Era of Speed, Athleticism, and Aggressiveness

Evolving court geometry, rules, ball pressure, and the new paradigm

May 9 • Iztok Franko

Draft Data Deep Dive, Part II: Athletic Wings and Second-Round Gems for the Lakers

Let’s talk data, models, and other insights on athletic wings, bigs, and low-risk gambles

May 27 • Iztok Franko

Draft Data Deep Dive, Part I: The Cooper Flagg Comparisons You Haven’t Heard Yet

Let’s talk data, models, and other insights on the prodigy prospect

May 23 • Iztok Franko

Don't Stop Believin'

Luka Dončić returns to a place he used to call home

Apr 9 • Iztok Franko

Can the Mavericks Contend with Kyrie Irving as Their Only Proven Ball-handler?

And can Anthony Davis help shoulder the playmaking load?

Mar 3 • Iztok Franko

Seven Games In: What We’ve Learned About Luka and the Lakers

How do the Lakers keep winning despite Luka Dončić still trying to find his rhythm?

Mar 1 • Iztok Franko

Luka vs. the Mavericks: Observations from the First Showdown

A fun game, but everyone was glad to get this one out of their system.

Feb 26 • Iztok Franko