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Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst surveyed the league on LA's next steps. Three difficult paths emerged.

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This East lead hasn't come easy for the Pistons' young core
With every winDetroit and its elite young core are moving further away from the dregs of a grueling rebuild.


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ON THE MOVE?
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Anthony Edwards' courtside commentary and Jake LaRavia's 27-point night turned a short-handed matchup into an instant classic in late October.


FANTASY BASKETBALL
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Steve Alexander highlights fantasy basketball names trending upwards or downwardswith key takeaways for each.

Sports Betting
Buzz: World Cup draw shakes up odds as Spain stays favorite and challengers shift
Sportsbooks adjust World Cup futures as Spain dominates early bets and strong USA support poses major risk for operators.

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Fantasy picksDFS and betting tips for Saturday: Big game coming for Jalen Johnson?
Jim McCormick breaks down Saturday's NBA games and offers his top fantasy streamers as well as his favorite bets and DFS plays.

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