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Most NBA teams don't exactly pore over stats. But in ESPN The Magazine's Analytics issue, Jordan Brenner writes that the Portland Trail Blazers have gone all-in with advanced metrics to rebuild their franchise.

Story | Conversation | February 19, 2013

Sixth man Briante Weber is more than VCU's king of steals -- he's the perfect example of how Shaka Smart's recruiting style can turn unconventional strengths into success come March.

Story | Conversation | January 24, 2013

Princeton-style offense? Full-court press? Unconventional plays might be just what the NBA needs this season, writes Jordan Brenner in ESPN The Magazine.

Story | Conversation | November 14, 2012

In ESPN The Magazine, Jordan Brenner writes that it's no secret that the Pac-12 has struggled to compete in men's basketball recently. But with several key changes in place, the tide might be about to turn out West.

In ESPN The Magazine's NBA Preview, Jordan Brenner has the facts, stats and analytics to set you straight about the NBA's biggest myths -- Jeremy Lin, Olympic hangovers, the creaky Spurs and more.

Story | Conversation | October 16, 2012

This is the third in a three-part series based on an ESPN the Magazine feature. The full feature is available in the Mag's Money Issue. Lesson seven: The NFL's new rookie pay scale is a game changer NFL owners took a PR hit during last year's loc...

This is the second in a three-part series from ESPN the Magazine's Money Issue. Lesson four: Spending in the NHL actually matters MORE since the Lockout NHL fans lost an entire season due to hard-line owners seeking a tight salary cap. So it's sh...

In ESPN The Magazine, Jordan Brenner writes about LeBron James' biggest fan -- rookie Heat guard Norris Cole. A fellow Ohio native, Cole is now seatmates with LeBron on team flights and regularly studies film with his idol.

In ESPN The Magazine, Jordan Brenner writes that after wing Evan Turner has a slow rookie season in Philadelphia, he's finding his groove with the 76ers and helping the team regain control of the Atlantic Divsion.

Story | Conversation | March 22, 2012

Syracuse has spilled out of the brackets more than a few times when favored for a Final Four run. But this season Jim Boeheim's crew may just be built to last, writes Jordan Brenner in ESPN The Magazine's Choke Issue.

Story | Conversation | March 05, 2012

In ESPN The Magazine, Jordan Brenner writes that the Thunder have taught everyone how to build a legit NBA contender from cold, hard data -- and by catching a few good breaks.

Do you think the NBA playoffs can tell you something about the following season? Hold that thought. The Mag's Jordan Brenner shows how much we overvalue playoff performance and why we're so inclined to do so.

Story | Conversation | June 08, 2009

A day after winning the top pick in the draft lottery, the Toronto Raptors dispatched coach Sam Mitchell and senior adviser Wayne Embry to Italy to scout forward Andrea Bargnani.