Overview
- Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors has been suspended for five games after placing Rudy Gobert of the Minnesota Timberwolves in a chokehold, sparking debate among NBA reporters about the severity of the punishment.
- The Timberwolves are currently 8-2 for the season, with key contributions from Anthony Edwards and a resurgent Rudy Gobert, who is back to his defensive best.
- Tyrese Maxey of the Philadelphia 76ers is impressing with his performance this season, averaging 27.6 points, 6.7 assists and 5.1 rebounds per game.
- The LA Clippers are struggling to find their first win of the James Harden era, with critics suggesting the star-studded core of the team is failing to coexist effectively.
- The Chicago Bulls are reportedly preparing for a fire sale, with two-time All-Star Zach LaVine potentially on the move.