Author: Jeff Zillgitt, USA TODAY

Kevin Durant and James Harden could carry the Nets a long way. But they also could use Kyrie Irving’s skillset, which adds another dimension.

Ja Morant could be in play for Most Improved Player and MVP — similar to Giannis Antetokounmpo, who in 2017 was named MIP and was No. 7 in MVP voting.

Scottie Pippen is unhappy with his depiction in the ESPN-Jordan documentary ‘The Last Dance’ and wants to settle scores in his new book.

With non-basketball moves getting a closer look from referees, scoring, free throws and foul shots are down compared to the same point last season.

At 2-5, the Celtics are already looking like a team that could struggle to make the playoffs in the improved Eastern Conference.

It’s never too early to react and overreact after one week of the NBA season. Which early trends will continue, and which will soon fade?

Seattle Kraken’s Climate Pledge Arena is innovative in many ways, using rainwater for ice, eliminating single-use plastics and entirely solar powered.

It’s been a chaotic week for Ben Simmons and the Sixers. After a brief holdout, Simmons reported to last week to practice but was not engaged.

Russell Westbrook was either the first or second option on his previous teams. That won’t be the case with the Lakers.

Ben Simmons is employing the playbook used by James Harden and Jimmy Butler to force the 76ers into finding a quick trade solution.