HOOPS — ALL STAR: LOS ANAGELES The City of Angels. By Georgie Ramaube. COVER STORY ALL-STAR 2026: HOLLYWOOD, HISTORY & THE FUTURE From Kobe’s farewell to the league’s next defining showcase The 2026 NBA All-Star Game heads to Inglewood’s Intuit Dome, placing the league under Hollywood lights once again. New arena. New format. Same mission: celebrate the stars that define the NBA past, present, and future. And this year, the game carries extra weight. Because Los Angeles doesn’t just host All-Stars. It hosts moments. THE 2026 ALL-STAR DRAFT (PROJECTED) Projected Starters (Based on fan appeal, current dominance, and league stature) Frontcourt Giannis Antetokounmpo — The league’s most relentless force Victor Wembanyama — The future arriving faster than expected Jayson Tatum — Prime years, prime responsibilities Backcourt Luka DonΔiΔ — The engine of modern offense Stephen Curry — Gravity still undefeated Projected Reserves A mix of superstardom, momentum,...
HOOPS — NBA MONTHLY: JANUARY SNAPSHOT By Georgie Ramaube COVER STORY THE PRESENT vs. THE FUTURE Giannis Antetokounmpo. Victor Wembanyama. One league. Two timelines. Headline Story History in a Loss January belonged to youth and fireworks. Rookie sensation Cooper Flagg dropped a jaw-dropping 49 points, setting a new NBA record for a teenager. Even in defeat, it was a moment that stamped his arrival and had the league buzzing about the next generation taking over. Giannis: Carrying the Weight of Now There is no mistaking it when Giannis Antetokounmpo steps on the floor, the league still bends around him. January reminded everyone why. Even as Milwaukee navigates uncertainty, Giannis remains a force of inevitability: downhill power, relentless pressure, and an expectation that every night is his responsibility to dominate. But this season feels heavier. The Bucks aren’t just chasing wins they’re chasing clarity. Every Giannis performance sparks the same question across the le...