How LeBron fits into the myth of Lakers exceptionalism
For so long, until reality stomped them into the cellar, the Lakers believed they were separate from and above other franchises. At the top again, does the myth survive?
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NBA owners don't matter, and yet
The cartel members have captured a huge portion of the league's value despite being mostly irrelevant to success or failure.
One last Buss family drama for the road
The NBA's most dysfunctional family says goodbye ... maybe.
The teams broadcasters love and don't
The Raptors and Magic are expected to be good, but you'll need League Pass to find them. Not so for the Mavericks or (duh) Warriors.
It's Friday again
A short, bloggy Friday newsletter.