The first drops of blood in the West
De'Aaron Fox may not be ready for opening night. Kyrie Irving isn't recovering fast. Can their teams survive the slim margins to make a run in a loaded Western Conference? Good morning. Let's basketball.
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An updated look at coaching hot seats
With a dozen or so games remaining, which coaches should be freshening their resumés ... or checking their 401Ks?
MJ, a world class hater, hates on GOAT debates
His Airness mistakes historical appreciation for cross-generational disrespect.
Expansion is a beautiful chaos baby for the NBA
The NBA Board of Governors will reportedly vote to explore expansion in Seattle and Las Vegas next week. It will create an explosion of intrigue and energy all over the league for the next 18 months.
The case for the Lakers
Luka Doncic is one of the best players in the world, Austin Reaves is a brilliant No. 2 scorer, LeBron has seen everything twice and the defense is perking up. There's a path.