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The Final Buzzer...
(Final - Week 4 Blog Post)
LeBron James Makes History—Again
LeBron James continues to defy the limits of time, becoming the first player in NBA history to surpass 50,000 career points. At 40 years old, he’s still a dominant force, averaging nearly 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists per game. With the Lakers in a tight Western Conference race, LeBron’s leadership and production remain as crucial as ever. The question now is: how much longer can he sustain this elite level of play?
The Thunder's Rise To Contention
Oklahoma City has been one of the most exciting teams this season, and it’s largely thanks to the continued evolution of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. With his scoring and playmaking leading the charge, the Thunder are sitting near the top of the West. Their young core, which also includes Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams, has proven they can compete with the best. Could this be the year OKC makes a deep playoff run?
Curry Still Going Crazy
Stephen Curry reminded the world why he’s the greatest shooter of all time with a 56-point performance against the Orlando Magic. Even in his 16th season, Curry continues to put up jaw-dropping numbers, carrying a Warriors team that has struggled with consistency. With Golden State fighting for a playoff spot, all eyes are on Curry to see if he can will them into another postseason run.
MVP Race Heats Up
The MVP race is tighter than ever, with Nikola Jokić, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander all making strong cases for the award. Jokić leads the league in efficiency, Giannis is an unstoppable two-way force, and SGA is dominating the scoring charts. With just a few weeks left in the regular season, every game could tip the scales in this ultra-competitive race.
A Final Thank You
From the entire team at Tip Off Tactics, thank you for being part of this journey with us. Over the past month, we’ve loved bringing you weekly insights into the NBA while showcasing the features of our website—whether through Player Search, our Events page, or our Leaderboards. This trial period was an experiment in passion and dedication to basketball analytics, and we appreciate every reader, subscriber, and supporter who joined us along the way. While this may be the final blog post for now, we hope our time together made an impact. Keep watching, keep analyzing, and most of all—keep loving the game.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to make a compelling case for MVP consideration. In a recent matchup, he led the Oklahoma City Thunder to a decisive 130–107 victory over the Utah Jazz, contributing 21 points. His consistent performances have been instrumental in the Thunder's success this season.