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All-Star Analysts

Dream come true for Nuggets fans

NBA.com Philippines’ All-Star Analyst Chris Newsome, who grew up a Nuggets fan, shares his thoughts on Denver’s championship.

Dream come true for Nuggets fans

NBA.com Philippines’ All-Star Analyst Chris Newsome, who grew up a Nuggets fan, shares his thoughts on Denver’s championship.

All-Star Analysts

At the Buzzer: Rising Celtics, Allen’s injury, and Most Improved candidates

All-Star Analysts talk about the surging Celtics, how Jarrett Allen’s injury impacts the Cavaliers, contenders for the Most Improved Player award, and more!

All-Star Analysts

At the Buzzer: Potential player-analysts, LeVert + Cavs, All-Star event ideas

All-Star Analysts discuss players who could become TV analysts, how Caris LeVert impacts the Cavaliers, what All-Star Weekend event they would add, and more!

All-Star Analysts

Choosing the starters for the West All-Stars

NBA.com Philippines' All-Star Analysts share their picks for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game West starters.

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Choosing the starters for the East All-Stars

NBA.com Philippines' All-Star Analysts share their picks for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game East starters.

All-Star Analysts

Waiver Watcher: Players to grab for Week 15

Check out this list of players to snatch from the waiver wire to boost your fantasy lineups.

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At the Buzzer: Klay Day, Jokic’s MVP campaign, Morant comparisons

Our All-Star Analysts discuss Klay’s season debut, Jokic’s case for MVP, player comparisons for Morant, the Cavaliers’ success, and favorite Nowitzki memory.

All-Star Analysts

How the Nuggets can recover from early-season woes

With injuries plaguing their stars, the Nuggets have struggled to string together some wins. What should the team do to get over the hump?

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At the Buzzer: Bulls’ hot start, post-Walton Kings, best Adele song for Ben Simmons

NBA.com Philippines’ All-Star Analysts talk about the rampaging Bulls, the Kings after parting ways with Luke Walton, the complicated situation of Ben Simmons (feat. Adele songs), and more!

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At the Buzzer: New ball, City Edition jerseys, LeBron-less Lakers

Our All-Star Analysts discuss the correlation between the NBA’s new ball and shooting percentages, their favorite City Edition jerseys, Lakers without LeBron, and more, in this edition of At the Buzzer.

All-Star Analysts

Waiver Watcher: Players worth considering for your fantasy roster

All-Star Analyst Chris Newsome lists down some fantasy players to consider picking up from the waiver wire after a week of NBA action.

About the Columnist

Chris Newsome

Chris Newsome is a professional basketball player with the Meralco Bolts and a former member of Gilas Pilipinas. He was the PBA Rookie of the Year in 2016 and Slam Dunk Champion in 2017. He was named to the UAAP Mythical Team during his stint with the Ateneo Blue Eagles. When he’s not on the court, he’s taking photos of his team for posting on Meralco’s social media accounts.

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NBA Top Plays | November 8

On a three-game night in the NBA, Victor Wembanyama, Nikola Vucevic and Rudy Gobert highlight the Friday edition of the NBA Top Plays.

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Nightly Notable: Damian Lillard | November 8

Damian Lillard heats up for 34 points, four rebounds, and seven assists as the Milwaukee Bucks take down the Utah Jazz, 123-100.

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NBA Top Plays | November 7

Brandon Miller's game-winning putback clocks in at number one in tonight's NBA Top 10 Plays.

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Nightly Notable: Nikola Jokic | November 6

Nikola Jokic finished with a 23 point, 20 rebound, 16 assist triple double in the Denver Nuggets monster win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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Nightly Notable: Nikola Jokic | November 5

Nikola Jokic finishes with 28 points, 14 rebounds, and 13 assists in the Denver Nuggets win over the Toronto Raptors.

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All Articles written by: Chris Newsome

Dream come true for Nuggets fans

NBA.com Philippines’ All-Star Analyst Chris Newsome, who grew up a Nuggets fan, shares his thoughts on Denver’s championship.

Dream come true for Nuggets fans

NBA.com Philippines’ All-Star Analyst Chris Newsome, who grew up a Nuggets fan, shares his thoughts on Denver’s championship.

At the Buzzer: Rising Celtics, Allen’s injury, and Most Improved candidates

All-Star Analysts talk about the surging Celtics, how Jarrett Allen’s injury impacts the Cavaliers, contenders for the Most Improved Player award, and more!

At the Buzzer: Potential player-analysts, LeVert + Cavs, All-Star event ideas

All-Star Analysts discuss players who could become TV analysts, how Caris LeVert impacts the Cavaliers, what All-Star Weekend event they would add, and more!

Choosing the starters for the West All-Stars

NBA.com Philippines' All-Star Analysts share their picks for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game West starters.

Choosing the starters for the East All-Stars

NBA.com Philippines' All-Star Analysts share their picks for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game East starters.

Waiver Watcher: Players to grab for Week 15

Check out this list of players to snatch from the waiver wire to boost your fantasy lineups.

At the Buzzer: Klay Day, Jokic’s MVP campaign, Morant comparisons

Our All-Star Analysts discuss Klay’s season debut, Jokic’s case for MVP, player comparisons for Morant, the Cavaliers’ success, and favorite Nowitzki memory.

How the Nuggets can recover from early-season woes

With injuries plaguing their stars, the Nuggets have struggled to string together some wins. What should the team do to get over the hump?

At the Buzzer: Bulls’ hot start, post-Walton Kings, best Adele song for Ben Simmons

NBA.com Philippines’ All-Star Analysts talk about the rampaging Bulls, the Kings after parting ways with Luke Walton, the complicated situation of Ben Simmons (feat. Adele songs), and more!

At the Buzzer: New ball, City Edition jerseys, LeBron-less Lakers

Our All-Star Analysts discuss the correlation between the NBA’s new ball and shooting percentages, their favorite City Edition jerseys, Lakers without LeBron, and more, in this edition of At the Buzzer.

Waiver Watcher: Players worth considering for your fantasy roster

All-Star Analyst Chris Newsome lists down some fantasy players to consider picking up from the waiver wire after a week of NBA action.

About the Columnist

Latest Videos

NBA Top Plays | November 8

On a three-game night in the NBA, Victor Wembanyama, Nikola Vucevic and Rudy Gobert highlight the Friday edition of the NBA Top Plays.

Nightly Notable: Damian Lillard | November 8

Damian Lillard heats up for 34 points, four rebounds, and seven assists as the Milwaukee Bucks take down the Utah Jazz, 123-100.

NBA Top Plays | November 7

Brandon Miller's game-winning putback clocks in at number one in tonight's NBA Top 10 Plays.

Nightly Notable: Nikola Jokic | November 6

Nikola Jokic finished with a 23 point, 20 rebound, 16 assist triple double in the Denver Nuggets monster win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Nightly Notable: Nikola Jokic | November 5

Nikola Jokic finishes with 28 points, 14 rebounds, and 13 assists in the Denver Nuggets win over the Toronto Raptors.

NBA Top Plays - November 3 (PHL)

Check out the best plays from the NBA from the November 3 (PHL) games.