Finally believing in Boozer

Brian McKitish provides his latest rankings, defending a few of them and responding to readers' opinions on some others.

Kobe's 26 points lead Lakers to NBA's best record at 16-3

Kobe Bryant scored 26 points, Ron Artest added 15 points and five steals, and the Los Angeles Lakers raced away from the Phoenix Suns in the second half of their ninth straight victory, 108-88 Sunday night.

Nash, Stoudemire lead Suns to win that snaps Kings' 4-game win streak

Steve Nash scored 32 points, Amare Stoudemire had 18 points and 21 rebounds and Phoenix used a late 3-point barrage to beat Sacramento 115-107 on Saturday night, snapping the Kings' four-game winning streak.

NEXT No. 1: Kevin Durant

When he was drafted in 2007, there was no doubt Kevin Durant would survive in the NBA. But would he become dominant? Would he become a true superstar? We're about to find out.

Look closer at underlying statistics

Brian McKitish highlights some interesting underlying statistics to get a truer look at some players and their potential fantasy value.

Nash's double-double helps send Suns past Raptors

Steve Nash had 20 points and 16 assists, Jason Richardson scored 22 points and the Phoenix Suns won their fourth straight game, 113-94 over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday.

Timberwolves move closer to franchise-record losing streak

he Wolves lost their 15th consecutive game on Friday night when Jason Richardson scored 22 points to lead the Phoenix Suns to a 120-95 victory.

Stoudemire's 28 power Suns to 15th consecutive home victory

Amare Stoudemire scored 18 of his 28 points during a torrid third quarter and the Phoenix Suns beat the Memphis Grizzlies 126-111 Wednesday night for their 15th consecutive home victory.

Giving thanks for fantasy bounty

Brian McKitish gives his thanks for prosperous fantasy stories of the early NBA season, with an eye on how to best use the bounty.

Stoudemire has 21 as Suns end Pistons' fruitless trip

Amare Stoudemire scored 21 points and the Suns routed the road-weary Pistons on Sunday.

NEW ORLEANS - NOVEMBER 19: Grant Hill #33 of the Phoenix Suns shoots over Peja Stojakovic #16 of the New Orleans Hornets on...

Stojakovic sinks seven 3-pointers in defeat of Suns

Peja Stojakovic hit seven 3-pointers during a 25-point, 13-rebound performance, and the New Orleans Hornets defeated the Phoenix Suns 110-103 on Thursday night.

Daily Dime: Gasol shines in season debut

...games with a hamstring injury, had a double-double in his season debut. NBAE/Getty Images Grant Hill had 10 points and six rebounds, but that couldn't keep the Suns from losing their...

Daily Dime: Suns ground Rockets

...him, he was able to make plays for his teammates. In the second quarter, he hit Grant Hill on a pretty baseline cut for an easy layup. Then, just after halftime, Stoudemire, double-teamed...

Daily Dime: Ariza gets his ring

NBAE/Getty Kobe Bryant and Derek Fisher presented former teammate Trevor Ariza with his championship ring. ...