Brandon Marcus

Brandon Marcus

Joined: Nov 8, 2021

Brandon Marcus is a senior contributor for A Royal Pain and has been writing about basketball for years, experiencing the exciting ups and downs of the NBA and loving every second of it. You may have seen his work at The Cold Wire, Last Word On Sports, and other outlets. Brandon’s passion for basketball may have started with his love of the Los Angeles Lakers, but he now savors every game, every team, and every player. Beyond basketball, he also enjoys jogging, coffee, and bagels, and starting new books he’ll never finish.

Nov 27, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan (11) defends Miami Heat guard Kyle Lowry (7) during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

The NBA playoff race in the Eastern Conference is insane

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 03: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during the first half against the Los Angeles Clippers at Crypto.com Arena on February 03, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

Was Anthony Davis snubbed from the 2022 NBA All-Star Game?

BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 01: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics dribbles the ball during a game against the Philadelphia 76ers at TD Garden on December 1, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)

3 struggling NBA players who need to step it up this season

SAN ANTONIO, TX - JANUARY 14: Stephen Silas head coach of the Houston Rockets complains with official Nick Buchert during game against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center on January 14, 2021 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that , by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)

Top 3 NBA coaches most likely to get fired this season

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 15: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on before a free throw during the second quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Staples Center on November 15, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers: Russell Westbrook isn’t the only problem in LA

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 13: Kristaps Porzingis #6 of the Dallas Mavericks brings the ball up court against the Charlotte Hornets during their game at Spectrum Center on October 13, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)

Dallas Mavericks: Kristaps Porzingis is finally shining again

Nov 14, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James talks to forward Anthony Davis (3) during a timeout against San Antonio Spurs at Staples Center. The Lakers win 114-106. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Davis and Horton-Tucker are ready for the moment

Mar 15, 2018; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers general manager Neil Olshey shares a laugh with guard Damian Lillard (0) before game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY Sports

Portland Trail Blazers rumors and drama pushing Damian Lillard away

Nov 10, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Malik Monk (11) controls the ball against Miami Heat guard Gabe Vincent (2) during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Malik Monk showed why his contract is a steal for the Los Angeles Lakers

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 01: Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts to a call during the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on November 01, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Damian Lillard: New NBA officiating is “unacceptable”

Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors. Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images

Stephen Curry is the frontrunner for the 2021-22 MVP award

Nov 8, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) moves in for a dunk against the Charlotte Hornets during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Anthony Davis threw up mid-game and still led the Lakers to a win