Author: Chris Porter

Hello everyone! My name is Chris Porter and I am currently a student at the University of Wisconsin La Crosse studying political science and communication studies. I am a fan of the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Brewers, and the Boston Celtics. I hope to have some great experiences with all of you here at FlurrySports!

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Sacramento Kings Projected Record: 25- 57 Last Season: 24-58 The Kings are in a position to be better than last year with the addition of Marvin Bagley III. With another year of experience under point guard De’Aaron Fox’s belt, the Kings still have a long way to go, but I think they are trending in the right direction. Phoenix Suns Projected Record:  27-55 Last Season: 21-61 I expect the Suns to have a good 2018-19 season. It is unfortunate that this team’s budding talent has to play in a Western Conference that is more stacked than perhaps in the…

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Atlanta Hawks Projected Record: 23-59 Last Season: 24-58 The Hawks are going to really struggle, as they trot out a team led by Kent Bazemore and Trae Young. Bringing in Vince Carter was an impressive move for both the Hawks and Carter himself. The Hawks gained a valuable veteran who can mentor the young players with promise, and Vince Carter won’t go down as a ‘ring chaser’ at the end of his career. Atlanta needs to use this season to evaluate the players they want to keep, manage their payroll responsibly, and take advantage of, potentially, the number one overall…

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On August 5th, I asked for some NBA Twitter questions. I promised that those who submitted questions would also have their Twitter handle posted within this article, so please give everyone who participated in this a follow! Some of these questions were easy while others required hours of dedicated thought and consideration, but either way, I hope you like my answers. Just remember, you asked! With the addition of Kawhi Leonard, what will the Raptors starting 5 look like? From: Kyle Senra @nyama_ks With today’s NBA, the starters on a night to night basis are selected based on matchups…

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The dust is beginning to settle after all of the NBA moves this offseason. Here are the winners, losers and bystanders in the Western Conference from the NBA Offseason. Dallas Mavericks: Bystanders Notable additions: DeAndre Jordan, Luka Doncic Notable departures: Yogi Ferrell, Seth Curry, Doug McDermott, Nerlens Noel The Dallas Mavericks resigned Dirk Nowitzki to what may be his final year in the NBA and DeAndre Jordan to $22M contract for one year. After the 2018-19 season concludes, the only players that may be left on the Mavericks could be Luka Doncic, Jalen Brunson, Ryan Broekhoff, and Ray Spalding.…

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