Nov. 13 vs. Nets: By this point, we'll likely have a good idea of whether Westbrook 2.0 is really working for the Lakers. Keegan Murray, the No. But they had an underwhelming offseason, and the domestic violence charges against Miles Bridges the restricted free agent and former MSU star had an evidence hearing pushed back for the fourth time Friday could hang over their season. Brooklyn Nets. That was my goal this summer and it worked. "We have a lot of good pieces that we can work with and mix and match. We know that because they just spent an entire summer trying to trade him. TOR Toronto Raptors. Westbrook himself still thinks the trio of himself, James and Davis can be "unstoppable." POR Portland Trail Blazers. Dec. 25 vs. Los Angeles Lakers: The Mavericks take on the Lakers for the second time in three years on Christmas, except this time Dallas gets to host. Lakers retire James Worthys No. And that's been very helpful for all of us.". It shouldn't be anything less than applause given how integral he was to Dallas' playoff success a season ago, but players have been booed for less, so we'll see. The Mavs' All-NBA guard will sit due to a strained right quadriceps, joining Josh Green (right elbow sprain) and Maxi Kleber (sore right foot). NO New Orleans Pelicans. They even had a spare Hall of Fame creator to dust off for the last few rounds when playoff Rondo emerged from his regular season hibernation to wreak havoc in the bubble. Sun 4 Mon 5 Tue 6 Wed 7 Thu 8 Fri 9 Sat 10. That was the main message during media day last week. Head coach Ime Udokas year-long suspension has cast a shadow over what was previously a strong summer for Boston. "We have a three-man package, actually a playcall, that they're going to thrive in and it involves all three of them," Ham said. There might not be a coach in NBA history capable of leading this team into the championship hunt. 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Any meeting between Doncic and LeBron James is must-watch TV, and perhaps this year's version will be a closer affair than the 138-115 Lakers' win two years ago. One of the biggest wild cards, the Nuggets postseason hopes rely on Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. looking like their past selves after returning from injury. Paul Silas, the father of Houston Rockets coach Stephen Silas, dies at 79, his family announced Sunday. New coach Darvin Ham says he wants to "diversify" and "redirect" Westbrook's energy into defense and off-ball movement. Bradley Beal is back and on a max contract after wrist surgery limited him to 40 games last season. Counting out LeBron James feels like a bad bet, but the Lakers were the NBAs biggest disappointment last season. The Mavericks didn't add another guard to bolster its bench now that Dinwiddie's been elevated to the starting lineup, and will now rely on Frank Ntilikina, Josh Green and rookie Jaden Hardy to fill that need. Ahead of the 2022-23 season, here's a quick breakdown of Dallas' offseason, and a preview of some key storylines to watch for when the season tips off in a few weeks. Anthony Edwards fined $40K for anti-gay comments (0:27) Malika Andrews details the NBA fining Anthony Edwards $40K for posting a video on social media in which he used anti-gay language. Theyll be better than last season's 37-45 team, but they look like a play-in team in a tough Eastern Conference. The NBA G League, or simply the G League, is the National Basketball Association's (NBA) official minor league basketball organization. All Rights Reserved. That extra weight resulted to sluggish starts for the three-time All-Star in each of the last two seasons as he played himself into shape for the first couple months. His game stretches out to the 3-point line, where he made 39 percent of his attempts last season on a lottery-bound Rockets teams. Boston Celtics. More than half of their roster is set to earn a minimum salary. ", Klay speaks on having a normal offseason.#NBAMediaDay pic.twitter.com/4D2LyHRe5i, Steph talks about what it means to wear the Bill Russell No. Standings; Teams. The Wolves made one of the biggest and most surprising offseason moves by trading for three-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert. We know that because his now former agent essentially told us as much. Hired Darvin Ham as replacement. "When we're all trying to be unselfish and share the wealth, the ball kind of ends up getting lost around the perimeter or we're going up against the shot clock. NBA GMs voted Eason, the 17th pick, as the biggest steal of the draft in NBA.coms annual survey. I get it and go. At this point I have so many other motivational factors, that it becomes laughable to me. Visit ESPN to view the NBA Summer League Schedule for the current and previous seasons Standings; NBA Summer League Schedule. "And I think that's been the biggest change that we wanted to see from us three so far is, whoever gets it, let's be aggressive because it's going to open up the floor for everybody else. Subscribe to League Pass to watch live games and studio shows at a new low price Based on your current location, there are no LIVE local blackout restrictions via NBA League Pass and NBA TV. That is if all the offseason talk about him being in the best shape of his career translates into a better start to the season for the young superstar. ET: The NBA has opened an investigation into the Philadelphia 76ers for possible tampering in their 2022 free agency class of James Harden, P.J. Newcomer Donovan Mitchell will increase their ceiling, and a big second season from Evan Mobley could help Cleveland become a genuine contender. The Eastern Conference is particularly strong, and the Pistons will have few easy games on their schedule this season. NBA 2K23 Summer League 2022 Format Summary Their recent lottery picks James Wiseman, Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody along with offseason acquisitions Donte DiVincenzo and JaMychal Green, will have to pick up the slack. 2. But Dinwiddie's shooting won't be the biggest concern Dallas will have to deal with this season without Brunson. And yet, if you look at the championship odds available at Caesars Sportsbook you'll see the Lakers nestled snugly between the Denver Nuggets, who have the two-time reigning MVP, and Miami Heat, who came one shot away from reaching the NBA Finals last season, at +1800. Gallons of ink have been spilled on the theoretical concept of "role player Russ." Dec. 27 vs. New York Knicks: Just two days after Christmas the Mavericks get to welcome Brunson back to Dallas when he and the Knicks head to Texas. But asking a first-year player to put up heavy minutes like that right out of the gate is a tall order. Davis and Westbrook will have to step up. 3 pick in 2022, could be one of the NBAs best shooters from Day 1. He's coaching the team once helmed by Phil Jackson and Pat Riley. NBA.com is part of Warner Media, LLCs Turner Sports & Entertainment Digital Network It was so nice being in the gym and working out and getting shots up. Despite making the Eastern finals in 2021, the Hawks struggled to get on the same page last season and fell to the Heat in the first round. He's a crafty ballhandler who can get to the rim and put his teammates in a position to succeed with his passes. He'll be a seamless pick-and-roll partner with Doncic and Dinwiddie, capable of popping out for a jumper, or using his athleticism to roll to the rim for a dunk. Only time will tell what kind of coach Ham will be. "Obviously we're unselfish teammates and we want to pass and do things [for our teammates], but at the same time we have to get going as well," Davis said. 2 pick in 2021, finished his rookie season on a strong note and is positioned for a leap. New coach Darvin Ham has used James, Davis and Westbrook in his preferred starting five during camp, along with guard Kendrick Nunn and center Damian Jones. "Yeah," Westbrook replied bluntly during his exit interview with reporters, "but that wasn't true.". Want every headline right at your fingertips? And you can bet that he'll get the best looks in his career off of passes from Doncic. This season will almost certainly be the franchise's first outside the playoffs since 2016. But what if Ham should manage to do so? Covered the Lakers and NBA for ESPNLosAngeles.com from 2009-14, the Cavaliers from 2014-18 for ESPN.com and the NBA for NBA.com from 2005-09. That hope will be put to the test early for Dallas, as head coach Jason Kidd has already said on multiple occasions that Wood will be starting the season coming off the bench while JaVale McGee will start. Houston has talent, but lack of experience keeps them in the bottom tier for now. The rest of the league returned on Monday with live coverage on NBA TV. Retained only six players from last season's roster: LeBron James, Anthony Davis. It's a confounding plan for a team that just had incredible success in the playoffs spacing the floor with shooters to surround Doncic with, and McGee certainly doesn't fit in that mold as a limited offensive player who isn't useful outside of the paint. That couldn't exactly be avoided. 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LeBron talks about potentially passing Kareem as the NBA all-time leading scorer this season.#NBAMediaDay pic.twitter.com/IyyGpQsR1f, Joker and mics never really get along :/ pic.twitter.com/hEzmywvOou, Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) September 26, 2022, Giannis' press conference jokes will officially start at the NBA Global Games in Abu Dhabi. Follow along with #NBAMediaDay: https://t.co/x72YsaFn9B pic.twitter.com/KEtR6WQcJa, This moment between Jaylen Brown and his grandfather. However, when Doncic showed up to play for his home country Slovenia in EuroBasket this summer, he looked noticeably slimmer and like he added more muscle. No more worrying about stepping on each other's toes; if there's a play to make, go make it. The Pistons have one of the NBA's best young cores including two 2022 lottery picks in Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren and several high-level veterans who will raise the team's floor. Then there's the rookie Hardy, who was considered a steal in the draft, and had an impressive Summer League debut. Their supply of 3-and-D guards was virtually endless between Alex Caruso, Danny Green, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Avery Bradley. Follow the action on NBA scores, schedules, stats, news, Team and Player news. Maybe they'll find a way to balance their roster as the season progresses, but for now, Ham has to figure out how to juggle a group of players that largely do the same things. Dinwiddie proved in the regular season that he's more than capable of filling Brunson's role in the starting lineup. Breaking down stats & film on Kawhi Leonard, Zion Williamson and other notable players who missed all of last season. That's the power of having two superstars. NBA G League; WNBA; NBA 2K League; Basketball Africa League; December 2022. 2004-2022 CBS Interactive. But when somebody is staying aggressive and Russ is getting downhill, Bron is getting downhill, it opens up the floor. If it doesn't? NBA Player Salaries - 2022-2023 Standings Standings; Stats Stats; Teams Teams; Daily Lines Daily Lines; Players Players; Injuries Injuries; NBA Summer League NBA Summer League; Since drafting Ja Morant, the Grizzlies have consistently punched above their weight. Everywhere you look, that sort of specter is hanging over Ham. They chose talent over versatility. 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He'll also be re-joining a Mavs team that just lost their second-highest scorer, which will likely require more from Doncic on offense. Here's where all 30 teams stand. So it's going to be a fun ride. Figueroa, Kendall Smith, Frankie Ferrari A good chunk of last seasons sixth seed in the Western Conference returns to Santa Cruz, with @JohnWall checkin' in from Media Day! Brunson was the reason Dallas managed to stay afloat with Doncic out the first three games of the its first-round series against the Utah Jazz. The Easts winningest regular season team last season had a quiet offseason and lost one of their best role players in Tucker. Lakers and NBA reporter for ESPN. He's also earned a reputation around the league of taking plays off and not putting in maximum effort. The Pacers maneuvered toward a rebuild by trading Malcolm Brogdon to Boston this offseason. He also appeared to be a step quicker when he was on the floor. Yahoo! Westbrook is empowered to get his, but so are James and Davis when it comes to getting theirs. But what stood out the most in Dinwiddie's 23-game stint with Dallas last season was his far improved shooting numbers. They should avoid the depth issues that hurt them during the previous two seasons. 6-keys: media/spln/nba/reg/free/stories, at Stephen A. Smith says Russell Westbrook will play better this season but still needs to modify his game to fit the Lakers. July 18, 2022 Summer League MVP Ladder: Grimes climbs to No. Here are some of the best moments, portraits, interviews and more from NBA Media Day 2022. But as head coach Gregg Popovich joked on media day, you shouldnt bet on this team winning a championship. But as long as DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine are healthy, the Bulls will be firmly in the playoff race. 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If he picks up right where he left of in EuroBasket to start the season, and maintains that level of play while also carrying the Mavericks to a high seed in the West, then he may just win that MVP trophy after all. SAC Sacramento Kings. Forget about all of the drama, the injuries and the broken roster. Why, someone evenhacked the team owner's Twitter account to try to sell some PS5s. How many first-time head coaches have ever been tasked with a more difficult job than Darvin Ham? Ntilikina proved beneficial as a situational role player in the playoffs last season, primarily for his defense, but with five NBA seasons under his belt, he's yet to prove he's a capable player on offense. Get the latest NBA basketball news, scores, stats, standings, fantasy games, and more from ESPN. 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With the first week of training camp in the books as James, Davis and Westbrook near their second season together, that approach has been tweaked. @keegan3murray #KingsMediaDay presented by @dialpad pic.twitter.com/0u5VaBYJII, Sacramento Kings (@SacramentoKings) September 26, 2022, Framing this one.#GSWMediaDay pic.twitter.com/KyuLIbQhCf, Golden State Warriors (@warriors) September 26, 2022, NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) September 26, 2022, First day of school vibes #HornetsMediaDay pic.twitter.com/LdntiIyEk9, Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) September 26, 2022, . #NBAMediaDay pic.twitter.com/5cDFBFadhB, DeMar on the doubters: "At this point, I always find humor in it. Frank Vogel has led three separate No. "I think the biggest thing was everybody trying to be selfless and now everybody is being aggressive," Davis said after practice Saturday at Pechanga Reservation in front of about 200 reservation residents invited as guests. Morris and Kuzma checked the versatile forwards box on every team's wishlist. Few expected Toronto to win 48 games last season. The Lakers don't want Russell Westbrook. I hope you got that., Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) September 26, 2022, A New Journey Begins#LakersMediaDay | @bibigoUSA pic.twitter.com/8UEFYytsVE, Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) September 26, 2022, Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) September 26, 2022, . Jonathan Isaac making a full recovery after missing two seasons with a knee injury would boost Orlandos fortunes. 1 10:00 am ET, Pels looking like true contender in the West, Silas, 3-time NBA champ and longtime coach, dies at 79, Report: Knicks not interested in Carmelo reunion, Suns vs. Pelicans odds, picks, prediction, best bets, NBA DFS picks, lineups, advice, December 11 strategy, Warriors show glimpse of playoff juggernaut vs. Celtics. They traded Gobert in July, and dealt Mitchell and Bogdanovic in September. They could play any style and dictate the terms of engagement to any opponent. Theyll have to survive the early part of the season without Jaren Jackson Jr., who is recovering from a stress fracture in his right foot. In roughly 18 months, the Los Angeles Lakers went from NBA champions to deserving lottery fodder. Deandre Ayton was predicted by many to depart Phoenix in free agency, but hes back on a max deal. A comeback season by Victor Oladipo could help the Heat remain in contention. They're more talented this season than last: Bojan Bogdanovic, Alec Burks and Nerlens Noel give them reliable options on the wing and at center, and their young core headlined by Cade Cunningham is expected to leap forward. He then maintained his high level of play all the way to a $100 million contract this summer with the Knicks. The Nets have been derailed by bad fortune, but if they can solve their chemistry woes and stay healthy, theyll have as good a chance at winning the championship as any team in the league. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nba | pageType: stories | But the Mavericks still have Luka Doncic. It should be noted that coach Ham still has not committed to including Westbrook in his starting lineup. Its unclear when Lonzo Ball will return from knee surgery, and his absence will be felt. The biggest question for the Suns: How healthy and effective will Chris Paul be in his 18th season? How will Kawhi Leonard look after missing the entirety of the 2021-22 season with a partial ACL tear in his right knee? It was a confusing offseason for the Mavericks, who also traded for Christian Wood, hoping he can be everything Kristaps Porzingis wasn't. The last time the two of them stayed healthy for an entire season, they won a championship. They lost their second-leading scorer, Jalen Brunson, to New York in free agency. Here's where all 30 teams stand. But aside from acquiring Wood and picking up JaVale McGee, Dallas didn't do much else to upgrade the roster. But unlike the first time this happened, Doncic is actually in the proper physical condition to win it. Dallas will have to deal with a Phoenix team that has probably thought about nothing but this rematch all summer long. The Spurs traded Dejounte Murray over the summer and have fully embraced rebuilding. (2:10). Keep track of all the must-see moments as the 2022-23 season tips off with NBA Media Day. Man I'm a true old head now pic.twitter.com/yblpxOlyOM, Bradley Beal (@RealDealBeal23) September 26, 2022, . He has arguably the greatest player of all time on his roster. Sign up to receive NBA emails! So here we are, nearly six months past one of the most unbelievable exit interviews you'll ever see, getting ready to watch Russell Westbrook play his second season in Los Angeles. Lillards health and Anfernee Simons building on a breakout season (after signing a $100 million extension) will dictate Portlands season. That's different!'" The Thunder have one of the NBAs best young scorers in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Josh Giddey is coming off of a good rookie season. Dec 09, 2022 The Mavericks will surely use the early part of the season to see what combinations of player work, and which backup guards stand out from the rest, but unless Green, Hardy or Ntilikina significantly improves, Dallas' lack of depth behind Doncic and Dinwiddie will be a weak point this season. He might turn out to be a very good one. But aside from flashes of potential as a quality role player, Green has yet to put it together on a consistent basis to prove he's worthy of big minutes. Injuries limited the trio to 21 games together a season ago. But theyre one of the leagues least-deep and least-experienced teams. The roster is geared towards something of a defensive renaissance after a disappointing 21st-place finish a season ago. We can get into the minutiae of how the Mavericks mishandled the Brunson situation, primarily losing him for nothing, but at this point, the situation is what it is and the Mavs can't do anything but figure out how to fill the void. Green has gotten tons of preseason praise from everyone within the Mavericks organization, and trained with Kyle Lowry this summer who told him to stop playing "hot potato" every time he has the ball. Their two best players can't stay healthy. Jaylen Brown speaks on the Celtics' resiliency and honoring the great Bill Russell. NBA Standings; NBA Games Today; 50 Best NBA Players Holmgren make an impact after the skilled big suffered a Lisfranc injury in Summer League, plenty of others, such as the No. Scottie Barnes Rookie of the Year season helped them exceed expectations. Its fitting the Pistons lead off the rebuilding tier of these rankings. They've turned over the roster three offseasons in a row. He is trying to maximize the potential of the three max players with a combined 35 All-Star appearances. 2 overall pick Chet Holmgren (foot injury). Los Angeles, which came into last season as the odds-on favorite to win the title, went 11-10 in those games. NBA Summer League Standings 2022. But James, Davis and Westbrook -- whom Ham said he "definitely" would like to all play in the preseason opener Monday at home against the Sacramento Kings -- figure to factor into the team's plans no matter whom they are grouped with. Players like Kuzma command a great deal more. After 11 days, 75 games, 30 teams and 439 players competing in two gyms, the NBA 2K23 Summer League in Las Vegas wrapped up Sunday. Many are skeptical. James is still one of the leagues best, but turns 38 in December and cant carry teams like he used to. Troy Brown Jr. remains limited because of his back. And there's different nuances in it that they can play around with. The sharpshooting duo is still hungry as ever after tasting championship success once again last season. JEFF SEIDEL:Pistons haven't played a game and I already love this one thing about them. When Iwrote about his fit with the Mavericks after the initial trade back in July, I said that it was like taking the rim-running abilities and athleticism of Dwight Powell and the floor-spacing and 3-point shooting of Maxi Kleber and putting them in one player. He might not get another one. Buccaneers, Eagles clinch playoff spot with emphatic 48-22 road win over Giants. By trading Tyrese Haliburton to Indiana for Domantas Sabonis last season, the Kings made it clear theyre ready to win now. But, as puzzling as the Mavs may be, they still employ one of the top-five players in the league in Luka Doncic, and so, really anything is possible with that 23-year-old star on the team. NBA.com is part of Warner Media, LLCs Turner Sports & Entertainment Digital Network By virtue of employing LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the Lakers have to be taken seriously. ROOKIE CLASS, PART 1:Jalen Duren will be a 'jewel' for Pistons, ROOKIE CLASS, PART 2:Jaden Ivey's 'God-given speed' standing out during training camp. You always try to find reasons to be motivated. The Hornets emerged as one of the Easts most fun teams last season in making the play-in tournament. And the coach he'll be measured against is one of the most accomplished defensive leaders of the past decade. All Rights Reserved. If you are having difficulty accessing any content on this website, please visit our Accessibility page. The former No. It's Year 3 of general manager Troy Weaver's "restoring," and the Detroit Pistons are finally ready to compete. For the second-straight year Doncic is entering the season as the MVP favorite, per Caesar's Sportsbook. Doncic's conditioning has been a major sticking point since he's entered the league, and he reportedly entered the last two seasons 30 pounds heavier than the weight he's listed at on Dallas' game notes. Warriors show glimpse of elite form vs. C's, Silas, 3-time champ and longtime coach, dies at 79, Lakers rumors: Bulls not interested in Russ trade, Zion's Pels win again, look like true contender in West, Report: Knicks not interested in Melo reunion, Lamb accused of rape in lawsuit; GS issues statement. The Lakers are giving him a chance to become the sort of player capable of helping James and Davis win. "'Russ, you get it, go.' They have one of the NBAs most promising young guards in Haliburton, and lottery wing Bennedict Mathurin looks like an ideal backcourt partner. The Cavaliers were a surprise last season, finishing with 44 wins and earning a play-in berth. Because they're aggressive where guys have to help out, they can kick it out to shooters.". Latest NBA news: Knicks forward Obi Toppin and Grizzlies Desmond Bane latest on injury list. His efficiency from inside the arc cooled off considerably in the playoffs (41.7 percent), but he remained a reliable 3-point threat for Dallas during their postseason run (41.7 percent). Losing him is a tough pill to swallow, but the midseason trade that brought over Spencer Dinwiddie was done in part as insurance in case Brunson left. With Zion Williamson finally healthy, theyre positioned to make a big leap. Ahead of the Pistons' preseason slate beginning Tuesday with a visit to the Knicks in New York, it's time for NBA power rankings entering the 2022-23 season. The basketball world has been asking him to cut and screen and defend and chill with the mid-range jumpers for his entire career. Warriors show glimpse of elite form vs. C's, Silas, 3-time champ and longtime coach, dies at 79, Lakers rumors: Bulls not interested in Russ trade, Zion's Pels win again, look like true contender in West, Report: Knicks not interested in Melo reunion, Lamb accused of rape in lawsuit; GS issues statement. Context certainly matters in this situation, as Wood hasn't played on a winning team in his entire career, and the Mavericks are hoping that in a winning environment he will remain engaged, even when things aren't going his way. Like the Pistons, the Magic appear to be on the cusp of building something sustainable. Tim Hardaway Jr. and ex-Pistons Spencer Dinwiddie and Christian Wood, a newcomer, will have to pick up the slack. 42 in 1995, Popovich passes Riley on the all-time coaching wins list in 2018, and more moments from NBA history. "I'm looking forward to it, man," Ham said. Fired Frank Vogel as head coach. Covered the Lakers and NBA for ESPNLosAngeles.com from 2009-14, the Cavaliers from 2014-18 for ESPN.com and the NBA for NBA.com from 2005-09. Oct. 20 vs. Clippers: When was the last time James, Davis, Kawhi Leonard and Paul George all shared the same court? Meanwhile, between Schroder, Reaves, Beverley, Nunn, Walker and Westbrook, there are far more guards than rotation slots available. Everyone's talking a good game. They owe $47 million to a player nobody wants. They finished 42-40 last season despite Paul George suiting up for just 31 games. Atlantic. The Lakers scrimmaged Saturday, and in the portion that was open for reporters to observe, James and Westbrook repeatedly dribbled into the lane on offense, with Ham's four-out, one-in system providing spacing for the pair to find driving angles. #NBAMediaDay pic.twitter.com/tv8Wcy6SZg, Words of wisdom from The Logo himself on Media Day. 'Bron, you get it, go.' Lakers NBA preview: Can LeBron, Davis lead L.A. back? Nothing has ever compelled Westbrook to embrace such a role before. Russell Westbrook doesn't want to be a Laker. CREATE A FOLLOWING Tribune Content Agency builds audience Our content engages millions of readers in 75 countries every day While there may be concerns about burnout given his busy summer, Doncic will enter the season in game shape unlike the previous two years. Ahead of the Pistons' preseason slate beginning Tuesday with a visit to the Knicks in New York, it's time for NBA power rankings entering the 2022-23 season. 6-keys: media/spln/nba/reg/free/stories, at Get MLB news, scores, stats, standings & more for your favorite teams and players -- plus watch highlights and live games! But Middleton is now (mostly) healthy, and Giannis Antetokounmpo is still Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Dallas Mavericks enter this season coming off a surprise run to the Western Conference finals, and an offseason that consisted of losing their second-leading scorer in Jalen Brunson. The league was known as the National Basketball Development League (NBDL) from 2001 to 2005, and the NBA Development League (NBA D-League) from 2005 until 2017. When Doncic is performing at peak levels he can carry this team far. Theyll be better this season, as Dejounte Murray gives them another All-Star next to Trae Young. They fired their coach. Find out here with ESPN.com's NBA season leaders, ranked by ESPN player rating systems. Their ability to make another leap this season hinges on Barnes ability to do the same. NBA.com evaluates the state of each franchise heading into training camp. He then proceeded to terrorize opposing teams during the tournament, where his 47-point performance against France was the second-highest scoring affair in EuroBasket history. 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