Kevin Durant still can’t play, Kyrie Irving still can only play part of the time and the Brooklyn Nets have tumbled down the standings.
With the NBA trade deadline looming, James Harden has dominated headlines.
LeBron James and Anthony Davis have battled injuries and the Los Angeles Lakers have been inconsistent all season.
In L.A., it’s Russell Westbrook in the news.
Now the expected NBA Finals contenders who instead may be play-in round bound, face a decision before Thursday’s deadline: Stand pat with the belief that all they need to save them is the rosters they already have, or make a move?
“I’ve always felt like, listen, I don’t really like to play fantasy basketball. So this is the group that we have going into the deadline, then we’ll be ready to take on all challenges that this season has given us,” James said. “If there is an opportunity — I’ve said this every year — if there is an opportunity for you to get better, then you explore those options.”
