Today, we're going to talk about the best NBA players to come out of every state in America, from Alabama and Wyoming. For this exercise, we chose players based on where they spent most of their lives before college rather than just their place of birth.

DeMar DeRozan has been playing in the frontcourt and is averaging 5.0 rpg, with Zach LaVine averaging just 2.7 rpg. Meanwhile, Keon Ellis and top backup Malik Monk are combining for just 3.0 rpg in 40.3 mpg.

Our insiders break down standout moments and answer the biggest questions from the first days of the NBA season.

Draymond Green is still confident that he's the top defensive player in the NBA as he begins his 14th season with the Golden State Warriors.

The 2025-26 NBA season is now one full week in now that there's a second Tuesday of action. the October 28 slate has five games on it with the

The Philadelphia 76ers have been one of the best stories of the season so far. Led by a dynamic young backcourt of Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe, the Sixers are one of four undefeated teams. Still, 2022-23 MVP Joel Embiid is on a minutes restriction, and nine-time All-Star Paul George has yet to play as he recovers from knee surgery.

Although the 2025-26 NBA season is underway, several quality free agents are still looking for a home. Opportunities can be limited initially, as teams look to find their footing in the playoffs/lottery chases.

During the "Inside the NBA on ESPN" halftime show, Shaquille O'Neal gave Gilgeous-Alexander his props by calling him the best player in the NBA right now. The NBA legend explained that the 27-year-old Canadian superstar has become so unstoppable that he can literally score at will.