archive2026

DHJ Quick Take Playoff Path: If the Lakers eliminate the Rockets in the first round, they are scheduled to face the Thunder in the Western Conference Semifinals. Dončić’s Injury Status: Luka Dončić is sidelined with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain suffered on April 2 against the Thunder; while he...

DHJ Quick Take: Tuesday's Takeaways from Dallas Wings Practice The Guard Rotation Stabilizes: The increased activity from JJ Quinerly and Lindsay Allen is the most significant development of the week. With Arike Ogunbowale still navigating overseas travel, the potential return of Quinerly—who has spent her recovery time studying Odyssey Sims'...

DHJ Quick Take Trade Potential: Despite acquiring Kevin Durant just last offseason, the Rockets may look to trade the 37-year-old superstar this summer, potentially viewing him as a "stepping stone" rather than the final piece of a championship puzzle. Contract Context: Durant is currently signed to a two-year, $90 million...

DHJ Quick Take Injury Return: Austin Reaves is expected to make his first appearance since April 2, having missed nearly four weeks due to a Grade 2 left oblique strain. Game Status: Although the team is optimistic about his return in Game 5, he will officially be a game-time decision for the third consecutive...

DHJ Quick Take: The Training Camp Logistics The Championship Pedigree: Curt Miller emphasized the "championship DNA" of his late arrivals. With Arike Ogunbowale (China), Jessica Shepard (Italy), and Dulcy Fankam Mendjiadeu (Serbia) all coming off overseas titles, the goal is to infuse the locker room with a "win-now" disposition that...

DHJ Quick Take: Dallas Wings Media Day Takeaways The Defensive Standard: Jose Fernandez has made it clear that defensive accountability is his non-negotiable for 2026. By stressing that "what you allow, you encourage," the coaching staff is implementing a system where defensive rotations and communication are graded with the same...

DHJ Quick Take: The Dallas Double The Challenge: Shortly after the NBA announcement, Paige Bueckers—the reigning 2025 WNBA Rookie of the Year—sent a Gatorade voice message to Cooper Flagg. Highlighting their status as the city's newest cornerstones, she challenged the Mavericks star: "Let's see who gets that ring for Dallas...

DHJ Quick Take: Cooper Flagg Wins Rookie of the Year Elite Company: Cooper Flagg is the first rookie since Michael Jordan (1984-85) to lead his team in points, rebounds, assists, and steals. Averaging 21.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 4.5 assists, he joins a list of just four players in NBA...

DHJ Quick Take: The First Pitch Tradition Passing the Torch: Azzi Fudd follows the footsteps of Paige Bueckers, who threw the ceremonial first pitch at Globe Life Field on June 18, 2025. While Bueckers' toss famously fell short of the plate, the appearance solidified the Wings' presence in the Arlington...

DHJ Quick Take No Departure Plans: Despite the Heat missing the playoffs for the first time since 2019, Pat Riley explicitly stated he has no intention of retiring or resigning, citing the same competitive drive he had when he joined the franchise 31 years ago. Championship Ambitions: Riley remains focused...