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Which teams will surprise us the most this season? Jeremias Engelmann projects the five teams that might be better than people expect.
Which teams will surprise us the most this season? Jeremias Engelmann projects the five teams that might be better than people expect.
Speaking in China, NBA commissioner Adam Silver expressed optimism that a new CBA would be reached soon so the league could avoid a work stoppage.
Knicks coach Jeff Hornacek says president Phil Jackson is not meddling or demanding the team run the triangle offense.
Pistons guard Reggie Jackson will undergo a platelet-rich plasma injection to treat the pain in his left knee. There is no timetable for his return.
Knicks point guard Derrick Rose missed Saturday's preseason home opener against the Brooklyn Nets because of his civil trial in Los Angeles over allegations that he and two friends raped a woman.
The L.A. Clippers announced Saturday that rookie forward Brice Johnson has a herniated disk in his lower back and is out indefinitely.
Kyle Lowry intends to opt out of the final year of his contract with the Toronto Raptors and potentially join a star-studded group of free agents next summer.
Backup Knicks point guard Brandon Jennings has four points, five assists and four rebounds in place of an absent Derrick Rose.
The Atlanta Hawks will participate in Unity Weekend during the city's pride celebration, concluding with the first Unity Game on Monday against LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers.
During pick-and-roll situations, Lakers coach Luke Walton says D'Angelo Russell needs to look for the best way to exploit the defense.
At 30, Gerald Green has gone full circle, from raw rookie straight out of high school to the Celtics' oldest player, trying to win a roster spot.
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Joe Kaiser breaks down each position by tiers to reveal how talent and depth vary at PG, SG, SF, PF and C in fantasy.
Injuries made it easier for opponents to score last season, but the Pelicans are counting on new defensive-minded personnel to clamp down on them.
From James Harden on down, Houston doesn't plan to remain a punchline for missed defensive assignments this season.
NBA teams are trying to sell ads on their jerseys, but their efforts have faced a number of complications.
With Kobe Bryant gone, No. 2 overall pick Brandon Ingram has big shoes to fill. And a fabled Lakers locker for storing them.
Check out Zach Lowe's comprehensive guide to most watchable (and least watchable) NBA teams, ranked from 1 to 30.
Dwyane Wade said "it's not possible" to surpass Michael Jordan's legacy, even for LeBron James. "The only thing you can do is tie it."
After working with trainer Tim Grover this summer, the longest-tenured Celtic appears to be improving his offensive versatility.
Carmelo Anthony said he's excited to see how things will turn out for new Nets guard Jeremy Lin, though they didn't always jell in New York.
The Knicks want to see their big man's game leave a big mark, and here's how new coach Jeff Hornacek can help Kristaps Porzingis grow.
Will Sergio Llull finally join the Rockets? What move might Milwaukee make? Will Stephen Curry's next deal hit the $165 million mark?
After their third preseason game, it's clear that new Warriors center Zaza Pachulia is still adjusting to his role as the offense's fulcrum.
The NBA and the National Basketball Players Association have expressed optimism over reaching a new labor deal in the coming weeks before a key December date, according to The Vertical.
New Grizzlies coach David Fizdale says that Zach Randolph will be coming off the bench and should be a Sixth Man of the Year candidate.
The Nets locked their arms during the national anthem as a show of solidarity in light of the social problems that have gripped the country.
The team will participate in Unity Weekend during the city's pride celebration.
The Canadian tattoo artist has a list of star-studded clientele, including KD, DeAndre Jordan and Future.
Niko Mirotic is outwardly positive about his slump -- it's the preseason -- but the Bulls have to be concerned Mirotic is actually regressing.
Instead of handing Jimmy Butler a roster of draft picks, the Bulls brought in All-Star experience in Dwyane Wade and Rajon Rondo to help Butler change the culture in Chicago.
The Magic forward and Congo native talks nicknames, American culture and how a poster of Kevin Garnett changed his life
David Blatt accepted his. Anderson Varejão reportedly is undecided. Which choice would you make?
Joe Kaiser unveils his list of the top 200 players in fantasy basketball, led by Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook.

Tower Records (or at least the original sign) lives on at Sacramento's new Golden 1 Center.

Before the Sacramento Kings play a game at the Golden 1 Center, the arena will host WWE No Mercy tonight.
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Iguodala on JaVale's slogan. "He has this funny line. 'You can be smart and act dumb but you can't be dumb and act smart.' I like that one a lot actually."
Iguodala on JaVale's value: "Talk to some different people, GMs, front office people. He's so much better than a lot of these guys who got paid this past year. Like, so much better."
Iguodala on JaVale: "He's so much better than some of the guys who got paid this summer"
I mistakenly asked Joakim Noah today if he'd felt "some tightness" in his hamstring, which has sidelined him for two games. "I play through tightness, man," he said, without a smile on his face. Noah is expected to play for the first time as a Knick on Saturday vs, Boston.
Jeff Hornacek said the Knicks haven't given Derrick Rose any specific instructions about staying in shape while he's in Los Angeles attending his civil trial. Rose, who is facing civil allegations that he and 2 friends raped a woman, said that he'd be doing 'penitentiary' workouts in his room. He said they consist of pushups and situps.
Jeff Hornacek said Joakim Noah (hamstring) participated in some of the live portions of practice today. Noah has missed the Knicks' first two preseason games and is expected to miss Monday's game. But he's expected to make his Knicks' debut on Saturday against Boston.
Jeff Hornacek said the frequency with which NYK uses the triangle this year could change "game-to-game." "It's great that we keep working on it because if we get to a point where our early offense isn't very good some nights, we can slow it down and run that," he said. "Or vice versa, if our early offense is killing a team, we don't necessarily have to go to it."
Jeff Horancek said that Phil Jackson has allowed him to tweak the offense as he sees fit. "Quite honestly, we thought he would say, 'Let's not do that.' Or, 'Let's not do that option.' But he hasn't said that at all." Hornacek is using 'aspects' of the triangle while speeding the Knicks' offense up.
Jeff Hornacek was asked on Sunday about Phil Jackson's involvement. "Phil's been great. He's not trying to take over and make us do anything. He's given us the leeway." Hornacek said Jackson has been helpful with the triangle offense but has been "hands off" otherwise.
Kristaps Porzingis' shoe deal with adidas is between $3 million-$6 million, ESPN sources confirmed. Porzingis has agreed to the deal with adidas, but Nike, his previous endorser, has the opportunity to match. The value of the deal is believed to be the largest ever for a European NBA player, including NBA champ Dirk Nowitzki. The deal and its value was earlier reported by The Vertical.
Jeff Hornacek said Phil Jackson has been "helpful" with teaching the triangle and has allowed him the leeway to make changes in the offense. He seems happy with Jackson's level of involvement. We'll have a full story with Hornacek's thoughts on the site shortly.
As if Tiger Woods' return to competitive golf needed any additional attention, he'll get it this Wednesday, as it was announced that Woods will be paired with avid golfer Steph Curry in the Safeway Open pro-am.
Joakim Noah (hamstring) probably won't play Monday but expects to make his Knicks' debut in their next game Saturday.
A look at some post-practice activity at the Knicks' workout Sunday at Madison Square Garden:
Rockets observations from third preseason game, a 123-117 victory over the Pelicans. Can James Harden lead the league in scoring and assists? Only one man, Tiny Archibald, has done it. Harden led the Rockets with 26 points and 15 assists. He continues to show amazing vision in the half court in finding open shooters. It might not matter who starts at center. Clint Capela and Nene are both playing well. Capela had 12 points and seven rebounds and Nene added 11 points and five boards. Reserve forward Corey Brewer had his best game of preseason. He was plus-14 in the box score.
Phil Jackson and Jeff Hornacek huddling after the Knicks' Sunday practice at Madison Square Garden.
Joakim Noah participated in a full practice today. He missed the Knicks' first two preseason games with a hamstring injury.
The Rockets, who brought most of the starters in late, edge out the Pelicans 123-117 in their first of two matchups in China. Omer Asik had two double-doubles all of last season but finished with 14 points, 14 rebounds and 5 blocks, which would be a huge boost to a Pelicans team that sorely needs his defense (28th last season) but struggled to get him on the court last season because of injuries and ineffectiveness. E'Twaun Moore - whose regular-season career high in points is 24 - had 25 points on 10-for-14 shooting (4-for-4 from 3).
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