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The Mavs had way too many things go their way in the playoffs for me to believe they’re close to a championship -kc

- OKC are clear favourites in the West with their additions - Sixers get a BIG upgrade - Celtics celebrate while extending White and Tatum - Wemby gets to play with Chris Paul - DeMar will make any contending VERY happy #nba #ThunderUp #DifferentHere #BrotherlyLove #Wemby #DeMar

Great pickup for a team always looking for shooters. Should fit in great on defence and be a vocal leader in the locker room.

The Denver Nuggets and Nikola Jokic are interested in bringing in Russell Westbrook. I love Russ and want him to succeed, but I don't think this is the right fit. What are your thoughts on this potential move? -kc #nba #denvernuggets #russellwestbrook #losangelesclippers #offszn

One of my picks for a “breakout year” this upcoming season. Tons of potential as a spark plug off the bench, just needs to work on his pull-up shooting and finishing at the rim. Hornets could once again be a top-tier leave pass team. -ES #NBA #Hornets #SummerLeague

Brandon Miller was one of my favorite prospects in the 2023 NBA Draft. I believe the Hornets have a star to grow alongside LaMelo Ball, potentially overtaking his title of franchise player. What do you think his ceiling is? -ES #NBA #Hornets #BrandonMiller #LaMeloBall

Obviously Derrick White is no Kawhi Leonard, but this proves that you can slot him into literally any team because of how much he impacts winning. A guard with no major weakness to his game will never hurt a team. -KC

I have always been a JB believer and supporter , but I truly think Derrick White is the better option for Team USA. -KC #usabasketball #olympics #nba #jaylenbrown #derrickwhite #bostonceltics #basketball

The #Lakers and #Warriors missed out on adding difference makers to go with their aging superstars, and the #Nuggets lose KCP and replace him with... no one? KCP was often guarding opposing teams best players while shooting 40% from three last season. -KC #NBA #offseason

Despite some growing pains throughout his time in Cleveland I love Mobleys potential as a two-way guy. I think there’s unrealistic expectations for offensive growth early in players careers now, and Mobley will eventually show why he deserves this bag. -ES #NBA #offseason

Three players I like as dark horse MVP's for the NBA season Wemby is already elite, so if the Spurs take a jump, he will get some MVP votes for sure. For Zion and AD, it's mostly about staying healthy. Both are incredibly dominant when playing - KC #nba #mvp #lakers #spurs

Edwards is the self-proclaimed number-one option but has yet to start consistently for Team USA. Could his age limit his minutes during the Olympics? He seemingly has a positive demeanor at all times, but would this affect the team's chemistry? -ES #USABasketball #NBA #ANT

The Timberwolves turn their attention to securing an NBA Championship after notching a Western Conference Finals berth with an ever-improving lineup. Evan Smith has the story. dunkingwithwolves.com/posts/why-nba-…

-The Rockets have one of the most promising young cores in the league, with strong drafts back-to-back. -The Spurs might not make the playoffs, but with an improved roster and Wemby, anything is possible. -Somewhat obviously, the Grizzlies will be a playoff team if healthy.

Derrick White came into the game, hit threes on back to back possessions and then blocked Giannis at the rim 1 on 1. Name another guard capable of that. He’s unreal.

Paolo really might have a 50 point triple double tonight, this magic team could be scary if they hit their threes in the playoffs. #magic #banchero

LeBron James: "I love the NFL, but Christmas is our day."

Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett is reuniting with the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Lynx in a new, all-encompassing role involving business, community efforts and content development, sources told ESPN. His long-awaited No. 21 Wolves jersey retirement will also happen in Minnesota.

Free agent guard Mike Conley Jr. plans to return to the Minnesota Timberwolves, sources tell ESPN. The sides are working on timing of him re-signing. Conley was traded twice this week – to Chicago, then to Charlotte – before being released and allowed to rejoin the Wolves.