As the curtain begins to close on generational stars like LeBron James and Stephen Curry, the NBA finds itself in search for the next relatable, electrifying, and game-evolving players who can be the faces of the game for the next generation.

The Knicks have won three in a row. They scored 143 points in a blowout win against the Kings. Four Knicks players scored 20-plus points. New York has one of the league's best starting lineups, but the bench is filled with questionable players.

The Indiana Pacers are reportedly hesitant about giving their veteran center a big extension this offseason. Per The Athletic's Jovan Buha, Myles

The Dallas Mavericks fell to the Boston Celtics in an NBA Finals rematch on Saturday evening, 122-107. While it was a disappointing result for the Mavs, there was one shining moment for them.

The Cavs have dropped three straight games since defeating Phoenix, 118-92, on MLK Day. Two of those losses came against the Houston Rockets. The Cavs allowed 132 points in falling to Philadelphia and 135 in their second setback against the Rockets. Can’t outscore everybody.

In a new trade idea, the Bulls do part with Ball for a former NBA champion. The deal would be between Chicago and the Los Angeles Clippers, sending Ball back to Los Angeles. Using the Spotrac trade machine and abiding by the CBA restrictions in place, here is what a deal could look like:

NBA commissioner Adam Silver told reporters on Thursday in Paris that the league has been exploring whether starting a league in Europe is a commercially viable option. Silver clarified that no such agreement is in place;

The Pistons continue to rack up wins as they make a push to return to the playoffs. Beasley was key in a victory over the Hawks on Wednesday, scoring 19 points over 23 minutes off the bench. He hit five of 11 attempts from behind the arc, marking the fifth time over his last eight games that he has made at least four 3-pointers.

A Purdue guard filling huge shoes and a star transfer for Memphis are also among those honored on our midseason team.

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