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Maya Johnson

Basketball Analytics Writer

Maya combines a background in data science with deep basketball knowledge to produce analytics-driven coverage of the NBA. She developed proprietary models for measuring player impact and team performance that go beyond traditional box score statistics. Her work bridges the gap between the analytics community and casual fans.

📰 Articles by Maya (26)

Edwards to Suns? Phoenix's Bold Pursuit of a Superstar Wing Edwards to Suns: A Blockbuster Trade changing the NBA West Clutch Clippers Edge Rockets in Thrilling Finish Curry to Celtics: A Shockwave for the NBA picture? Doncic to Clippers: A Blockbuster Move for Championship Hope The Unsung Artistry of Draymond Green's Off-Ball Screening Alright, it's March 2026. Playoff pushes are on, and if you’re still reading thi fantasy-basketball-waiver-wire-pickups-march-2026 Giannis Antetokounmpo: The Unstoppable Force of the Bucks How G League Ignite changed the pathway to the NBA How the NBA schedule is destroying player health and what needs to change Kings' Playoff Hopes Hang by a Thread After Fox Injury LeBron James: Miami Heat Legend Returns to Boston Luka Doncic to Clippers: A Blockbuster Tactical Shift? NBA International Players: The Global Takeover of Basketball NBA MVP Race 2025-26: Breaking Down the Top Candidates The MVP Race: A March Madness of Talent nba-playoff-picture-western-conference-2026 NBA Standings 2025-26: Playoff Picture, Seeds, and Race Breakdown NBA Trade Rumors 2026: Biggest Names on the Market and Potential Deals NBA Weekly Roundup: March 9, 2026 – Playoff Races Heat Up Nikola Jokic: The Maestro Orchestrating Denver's Success Nuggets Dominate Thunder: Series Win & Title Ambitions Suns Edge Mavericks in Thrilling Series Decider Timberwolves and Kings Set for vital Conference Battle Why the NBA keeps getting younger and what it means for player development