Nick Swanson

Nick Swanson

Joined: Jan 28, 2021

Independent Contributor for FanSided Dawg Pound Daily, Hardwood Houdini, HoopsHabit, Riggo's Rag... Covering the Boston Celtics, Cleveland Browns, Houston Rockets, Cleveland Cavaliers, Washington Wizards and Washington Football Team Sports Journalism - University of Missouri

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 22: John Wall #1 of the Houston Rockets sits on the bench during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Toyota Center on October 22, 2021 in Houston, 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 Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Houston Rockets: 3 players most likely to be moved by the trade deadline

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Cleveland Cavaliers: Predicting 2021 statistical leaders in each major category

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - MAY 16: A message on the video board congratulates former Minnesota Timberwolves player Kevin Garnett on getting inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in the first quarter of the game between the Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center on May 16, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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 David Berding/Getty Images)

Minnesota Timberwolves: Offseason grade and win-total prediction

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - AUGUST 14: Josh Christopher #9 of the Houston Rockets poses for a portrait during the 2021 NBA rookie photo shoot on August 14, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Joe Scarnici/Getty Images)

Houston Rockets: 3 Rockets who could win awards in 2021

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NBA Free Agency: Orlando Magic’s questionable signing of Robin Lopez

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Minnesota Timberwolves: 4 familiar faces in the Big3 league

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Orlando Magic: Could a Ben Simmons trade bring the Magic to the playoffs?

Mar 14, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Josh Okogie (20) and Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) compete for the ball in the fourth quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: David Berding-USA TODAY Sports

Minnesota Timberwolves: 4 star point guards to pursue in the trade market

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Houston Rockets Draft: Evan Mobley vs Jalen Green

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 30: Jonathan Isaac #1 of the Orlando Magic between plays against the Atlanta Hawks in the third quarter at Amway Center on December 30, 2019 in Orlando, Florida. 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 Harry Aaron/Getty Images)

Orlando Magic: 3 goals for Jonathan Isaac next season

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Houston Rockets: 3 players ready to make a leap into stardom next season

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - APRIL 26: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 and Anthony Edwards #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves celebrate after the game against the Utah Jazz at Target Center on April 26, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Jazz 105-104. 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 Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

Minnesota Timberwolves: 2 franchise records that could be broken in 2021

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NBA players react to the recent assault on players by the fans

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - APRIL 29: Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts after a play during the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Target Center on April 29, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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 Harrison Barden/Getty Images)

Minnesota Timberwolves: Is KAT still the future of the franchise?

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Houston Rockets: 3 veterans who should be traded in the offseason

Feb 19, 2021; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Steve Clifford huddles up with teammates during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic: 3 reasons why the 2020 season was a success