Last Word On Pro Basketball

Only a few days remain before the tip-off of the 2025-26 NCAA men’s basketball season. In preparation for one of the most highly anticipated seasons in NCAA history, Last Word on Sports has prepared a mock 2026 NBA Draft (lottery only). Important to note, though the 2025-26 NBA season has already begun, the order of this mock draft isn’t based on current standings. Instead, it … [Read more...] about Albertie’s 2026 NBA Lottery Mock Draft (Halloween Edition)

The Boston Celtics are dismal 0-3 to start the season and there’s not just one reason why. Their team defense is problematic, as evidenced by their defensive rating (116.6, 20th in the NBA). Their defensive rebounding has been atrocious, which is why they rank 26th in that category. On top of that, they can’t seem to put the ball through the net, averaging 108.0 points per game … [Read more...] about 3 Potential Solutions For Celtics Amid 0-3 Start

This week, three members of the NBA fraternity –Portland Trail Blazers head coach and Hall of Fame guard Chauncey Billups, Miami Heat point guard Terry Rozier, and 11-year NBA veteran Damon Jones –were arrested as part of a wide-ranging investigation related to illegal gambling. Since the news first broke, each time a new report comes out, a new name makes the list. Los Angeles … [Read more...] about How Deep Was Former Celtics Star’s Role In Illegal Poker Games

The 2025 NBA Draft, which is always rife with anticipation, is over. The subsequent free agent bonanza has ended as well. As the 2025-26 season draws nearer, the final form of NBA rosters are taking shape, teams now having the opportunity to assess players through training camp and competitive exhibitions. However, not every move that teams have made in preparation for the … [Read more...] about Worst Moves Of NBA’s 2025-26 Waiver Deadline Weekend

The Boston Celtics have undergone plenty of changes in the 2025 offseason. The impetus behind multiple decisions was the knowledge that they’ll likely be without Jayson Tatum for the majority of the season, if not the full year. Even so, some of their moves involved trading away key pieces of the 2023-24 championship squad. Kristaps Porzingis was traded to the Atlanta Hawks to … [Read more...] about Analyzing Celtics Veteran’s Increased Role Heading into 2025-26

After Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum ruptured his Achilles in the 2025 NBA Playoffs, a lot of people in the league thought he would not be back until the 2026-27 NBA season. Yet, the latest videos and reports show that he’s back on the floor and might be ready to come back sometime during the upcoming season. The question is: should he do it? Are there any risks of coming … [Read more...] about Jayson Tatum Should Avoid Repeating Idol’s Mistake

After months of waiting, the Golden State Warriors finally signed free agent center Al Horford, per ESPN senior insider Shams Charania. Having spent seven of his last nine seasons with the Boston Celtics, the 39-year-old’s future with the historic franchise came in doubt this offseason due to the questions they face with Jayson Tatum recovering from a torn Achilles and their … [Read more...] about Warriors Get Their Man, How Does Signing Affect RFA Standoff?

The Boston Celtics’ 2025-26 season isn’t done just yet. Yes, when Jayson Tatum, their franchise cornerstone, went down with an Achilles injury, a lot of people wrote off the Celtics, believing his return will not come soon. The team also traded some of their core pieces to avoid the repeater tax. But Celtics fans can take a deep breath and hope for the best. Jayson Tatum Keeps … [Read more...] about Jayson Tatum Keeps Celtics Hopes Alive In Latest Interview