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Lonzo Gets a Rude Welcome to the NBA

Patrick Beverley didn't give Lonzo Ball an inch in his NBA debut, but he did offer some wisdom at the end: Be ready, rook. "It’s going to be a lot of people trying to go at his head.”

by Lee Jenkins

Oklahoma City's New Big Three Delivers a Message

The Thunder's new Big Three put on a serious show in their season opener against the Knicks.

by Rohan Nadkarni

One Telling Stat for All 30 NBA Teams

What does 111.1 mean to the Cavaliers? Or 29.4 to the Lakers? Here's one compelling stat for all 30 NBA teams.

by Andrew Sharp and Rohan Nadkarni

The Case For: Steph Curry Winning MVP (Again)

Can Stephen Curry win his third MVP in four years? NBA fans might be sleeping on the Warriors star heading into 2017-18.

by Andrew Sharp and Ben Golliver

For Enes Kanter, NFL Protests Hit Close to Home

Knicks center Enes Kanter, who has watched from afar as his home country of Turkey has descended into violence, understands too well the value of free speech.

Can Lonzo Ball's Jumper Make It in the NBA?

Lonzo Ball isn't the first big baller with an unorthodox jumper. Can the Lakers rookie follow in the footsteps of other untraditional shooters?

by Jake Fischer

Still Searching: Minnesota Needs Time to Meet Its New Expectations

The Timberwolves have new standards this season, and it'll take time for the new roster to mesh and make those expectations a reality.

by Rob Mahoney

Should the Clippers Trade DeAndre Jordan?

With Chris Paul moving on this summer, does keeping Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan still make sense for the Clippers?

by Andrew Sharp and Ben Golliver

Rockets Eclipse Celtics as NBA's Most Intriguing Team

The NBA's opening night managed to produce two genuine jolts to the title chase—one crushing and one uplifting.

by Ben Golliver

The Disastrous Gordon Hayward Injury and How the Celtics Might Respond

Kyrie Irving and the Celtics have their work cut out for them with Gordon Hayward out—but all is not lost for Boston.

by Andrew Sharp

The Houston Rockets, Remarkable and Unfinished

We got our first glimpse of the Rockets last night. And while they have much to improve, Houston showed a lot in their opening night win over Golden State.

by Rob Mahoney

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Five Wild Overreactions to NBA Opening Night

Is LeBron James washed? Should the Warriors panic? Is JaVale McGee being wasted? The Crossover gives a serious breakdown of the NBA's Opening Night.

by Rohan Nadkarni

DURANT'S NBA

Watching the NBA That Kevin Durant Created

The NBA has never been more interesting—and we have Kevin Durant to thank. With Golden State triggering a league-wide panic, the 2017-18 season will be fascinating to watch, even if the outcome has already been decided.

by Andrew Sharp

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72 Reasons to Watch the 2017-18 NBA Season

In case a budding Warriors dynasty, a LeBron James contract year, and a compelling pack of superteams isn't enough for you—here are 72 more reasons to watch the 2017-18 season.

by Ben Golliver and Rob Mahoney

Can Anyone Stop Warriors-Cavs IV?

Will the Warriors and Cavs run it back for a fourth straight year? Will the sun come up tomorrow? Is water wet? Does gravity work?

by The SI Staff

Crystal Ball: 2017-18 NBA Awards Predictions

Has LeBron James transcended the MVP award? Will Lonzo Ball win Rookie of the Year? And who will take home Most Improved? With 2017-18 almost here, it's time for our awards predictions.

by The SI Staff

The 10 Questions That Will Define the 2017-18 NBA Season

When will Isaiah Thomas return? Can Joel Embiid stay on the court? Is Paul George all in with OKC? We examine the biggest questions heading into the 2017-18 NBA season.

by Ben Golliver

Profiles

Isaiah Thomas: 'Best Year of My Career, Worst Year of My Life'

Isaiah Thomas is out to prove the Celtics made a mistake by giving up on him. "It takes more than talent. They lost a lot of heart and soul."

by Lee Jenkins

From Tomball to Gulfstreams: Jimmy Butler has Come a Long Way

From country music to his baby-on-board minivan, Jimmy Butler is still a small-town kid from Texas. Even if the NBA no longer sees him that way.

by Lee Jenkins

Oral History: Kendrick Perkins, the NBA's Best Teammate

What can KD, KG, Russ, Doc and Thibs all agree on? That Kendrick Perkins, one of the NBA's most intimidating enforcers, is also one its most compassionate and legendary teammates.

by Jake Fischer

There's More to Dion Than Waiters Island

The Dion Waiters of the Internet is a loud-mouthed, shot-taking caricature. The real Dion is a far cry from his Waiters Island persona.

by Rohan Nadkarni

Features

How LaMarcus Aldridge’s Extension Impacts the Spurs' Future

The Spurs didn’t exactly get the version of LaMarcus Aldridge, they hoped for upon first signing him but there is still time for him to change.

by Rob Mahoney

Watching a Game With Jerry West... as his Warriors Divorce Unfolds

From yesterday's Lakers to Steph's Warriors to tomorrow's Clippers, Jerry West remains the beating heart of California basketball. Jack McCallum takes you inside his summer split with Golden State.

by Jack McCallum

Everything J.J. Redick Does is From Long Distance

J.J. Redick is used to driving in traffic—both in the NBA and on I-95. The 76ers guard opens up about his decision to commute from Brooklyn to Philly this season.

by Jake Fischer

Farewell to the Summer of Subtweeting

The ho-hum playoffs didn't provide much excitement, but the NBA made up for it with an offseason straight out of Mean Girls.

by Steve Rushin

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The Biggest Sneaker Storylines of the NBA Season

With the NBA season finally here, new sneaker releases are on the way. The Crossover previews the best shoes and storylines.

by Jarrel Harris

The Air Jordan XXXII Is Yet Another Step Forward for the Brand

The Air Jordan XXXII has features never seen in the brand's sneakers, pushing the brand forward yet again.

by Jarrel Harris

The 10 Best Sneakers of Summer

The summer is when brands really bring out their hottest gear. We picked the best of the NBA offseason.

by Jarrel Harris

Can the Adidas 'Family' Convince Lonzo Ball to Wear the Three Stripes?

Andrew Wiggins: “Adidas is a family, I think we’re the best family."

by Ben Golliver

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All Access with Jabari Parker

How is Milwaukee Bucks forward Jabari Parker dealing with his second ACL tear? Sports Illustrated spent a day with Parker and his family as he rehabbed the injury and visited a local Boys and Girls club.

Real Tweet/Fake Tweet with Joel Embiid and the 76ers

Joel Embiid's Twitter feed is a source of constant entertainment. We tested Embiid's teammates to see if they know the star center's social media content.

Can Any Team Dethrone the Golden State Warriors?

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Five Reasons the Warriors Won't Win It All

Golden State might seem invincible, but there are a few factors that end their title defense.

by FanSided

Don't Bet Against LeBron Taking These Weird Cavs to the Finals

Cleveland's roster is quite weird, but LeBron can still carry them to Cavs-Warriors IV.

by FanSided

How can Melo, PG13 and Westbrook Coexist on Offense?

The Thunder have a new Big Three. How will they work together in the 2017-18 season?

by FanSided

Highly Plausible Win Projections for the 2017-18 NBA Season

Season projections for the Celtics, Cavaliers, Warriors and much more.

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