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Kyrie Irving's Game 4 Heroics Showcases His Value To Cavaliers

With LeBron James playing most of Game 4 in foul trouble, the Cavaliers received a much needed boost from Kyrie Irving who scored a playoff career high 42 points to down the Celtics.

by Rohan Nadkarni

The Warriors' 3-1 Revenge Tour Reaches The NBA Finals

The Warriors may get the last laugh after being the butt of 3–1 jokes for the past 11 months.

by Ben Golliver

The Warriors Will Finally Play Games That Matter

After completing a painless sweep of the Spurs, the Warriors are headed back to the NBA Finals. Golden State has to complete the job to be a success.

by Rohan Nadkarni

Are We There Yet? Warriors-Cavs III Can't Get Here Soon Enough

The Celtics provided a rare moment of drama Sunday night, but their victory will almost certainly be meaningless. The NBA playoffs are all about the Warriors and the Cavaliers.

by Andrew Sharp

The Marcus Smart Brand Is Mayhem

Marcus Smart causes mayhem on the court, but he now has a chance to prove that he can do more on the NBA's biggest stage.

by Rob Mahoney

Manu Gets Bittersweet Send-Off, But Is This Actually Goodbye?

It's tough to imagine the NBA without Manu Ginobili. Monday night's game may have been the final showing of his illustrious career.

by Ben Golliver

Kanter Return Should Be The Example, Not The Exception

Enes Kanter's status as a member of the Thunder helped facilitate his return to the U.S., which is both remarkable and sad.

by Rohan Nadkarni

Will The Warriors Go Bigger In The Finals?

Golden State's Game 3 victory showed how versatile the Warriors' skilled size may ultimately prove a dangerous factor in the Finals.

by Rohan Nadkarni

Warriors-Cavs

Durant Is Set To Clash With LeBron In The The NBA Finals

Kevin Durant is back in the NBA Finals, but this time he's with the Warriors and it couldn't be more different.

by Ben Golliver

Mock Draft

2017 NBA Mock Draft: Fultz To Celtics At No. 1?

Will the Celtics grab Markelle Fultz at No. 1? Will Lonzo Ball be a Laker? We project the first 30 picks in the 2017 NBA draft.

by Jeremy Woo

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Open Floor Podcast: Poignant Manu, Spurs Religion And More

by Andrew Sharp and Ben Golliver

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Is Warriors Vs. Cavs III Worth A Boring Season?

by Rob Mahoney

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Isaiah Thomas’s 2017 Season Deserved A Better Ending

by Rohan Nadkarni

Features

Steve Kerr's Absence: The True Test Of A Leader

How can an NBA head coach be both essential and unnecessary? Steve Kerr's absence has revealed that the true test of a leader happens once they leave.

by Chris Ballard

The Case For: Lonzo Ball, The Draft's Best Guard

Not only is Lonzo Ball the best point guard in the loaded 2017 NBA draft, he might be the best point guard in the one-and-done era.

by Luke Winn

The Warriors' Deadly Combo Of Hustle And Flow

What happens when the NBA's most talented team is also its most tenacious? You get the Golden State Warriors.

by Lee Jenkins

The Lakers Should Draft De'Aaron Fox, Not Lonzo Ball

Here's why the Lakers should use their No. 2 pick to select De'Aaron Fox over Lonzo Ball—and it's not about his dad.

by Andrew Sharp

Opinion

The NBA Still Has No Answer For Playoff LeBron

After trailing 3-1 in last year's Finals, LeBron James has won 11 straight playoff games heading into Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals. How has he done it?

by Rob Mahoney

The NBA's 'Slide Under' Epidemic Claims Kawhi

The NBA must take steps to make sure Kawhi Leonard's ankle injury doesn't happen again.

by Ben Golliver

Crystal Ball: Who Will Win the 2017 NBA Finals?

Can the Warriors avenge their 3-1 loss in last year's NBA Finals? Is anyone brave enough to pick against them?

by The SI Staff

2017 NBA Awards Picks: The Great MVP Debate

After months of endless debate, it's time to turn in our ballots. Does Russell Westbrook or James Harden deserve MVP?

by The SI Staff

Profiles

The NBA Is Finally Seeing The Real John Wall

It's funny what finally being healthy—and having a coach who understands you—can do for a guy. Just ask John Wall.

by Lee Jenkins

James Harden Untangles His Life And Game

Freed from distractions (no more reality show girlfriends or passive-aggressive teammates), James Harden is quietly making history in Houston—and he likes it that way.

by Lee Jenkins

'You Can't Give In': Monty Williams On Life After Tragedy

How do you move on after losing the love of your life? One year after the tragic death of his wife, Monty Williams tries to answer that question.

by Chris Ballard

Meeting Markelle Fultz: A Day With The NBA's (Likely) No. 1 Pick

Everyone knows Markelle Fultz's name, but few know much about him.

by Andrew Sharp

Video

What Are Those?: NBA "Red Carpet" Roast

The Crossover's Rohan Nadkarni dishes on the fashion choices of the NBA's stars of the Eastern Conference finals.

Give and Go: Will Cleveland suffer its first postseason loss?

The Crossover’s Madelyn Burke, Matt Dollinger and DeAntae Prince discuss the Eastern Conference finals. Can the Boston Celtics deliver the Cleveland Cavaliers their first postseason loss?

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Inside Rudy Gay's Massive Sneaker Closet

Rudy Gay talks his massive sneaker collection, how growing up in the DMV area influenced his style and more in this Q&A.

by Jarrel Harris

Devin Booker Q&A: What's Next For The Suns Star?

Suns star Devin Booker has big plans for his NBA career, and he's not limiting himself to 70 points.

by Jarrel Harris

Ray Allen Q&A: Living A Jordan Lover's Dream

One of Jordan Brand's original ambassadors, Ray Allen, talks about his love for Jumpman and how he almost signed with FILA.

by Jarrel Harris

Jordan, Durant And The Biggest Sneaker What-Ifs

Michael Jordan with Adidas? Kevin Durant with Under Armour? It almost happened.

by Jarrel Harris

Off-Season Previews

Spurs Are Still Playing The Long Game

The Spurs are likely to stand pat this summer, but they could make some big moves in the summer of 2018.

by Danny Leroux

Thunder Rebound From Kevin Durant Decision

Russell Westbrook and the Oklahoma City Thunder posted a surprise season after Kevin Durant's exit.

by Danny Leroux

Wolves' Summer Could Determine Championship Window

The Timberwolves have crucial decisions this summer. What Tom Thibodeau decides could ultimately determine the team's true window for contention.

by Danny Leroux

Wizards Primed To Take Next Step

The Wizards were rewarded for keeping their core together. After a second-round exit, they'll now look to take the next step.

by Danny Leroux

FanSided/The Step Back

Five Best Gregg Popovich Quotes Of All-Time

Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich is one of the best at controlling a room.

by FanSided

LeBron James And The Boston Celtics Meet Again

LeBron James has a long history with the Celtics. Let's take a look back at his rivalry with Boston.

by FanSided

How Do 2017 Draftees Stack Up Against Current Guards?

Driving and finishing is an important skill. How does the 2017 NBA draft stack up against today's talent?

by FanSided

What If We Stopped Talking About LaVar Ball?

LaVar Ball has been all over the news, but that could easily be rectified.

by FanSided