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EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 13: Anthony Davis (R) talks with LeBron James as Davis is introduced as the newest player of the Los Angeles Lakers during a press conference at UCLA Health Training Center on July 13, 2019 in El Segundo, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Winning a title is the goal for the Lakers, but retaining Anthony Davis may be just as important

Who is going to score points for the Hornets?

Fastbreak Breakfast: How to be totally casual when you talk to NBA players

The Nuggets are young, fun and very good. Are they contenders?

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - MARCH 19: Stephen Curry #30 and Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors look on during the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on March 19, 2019 at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

Over and Back: The best NBA players of the 2010s

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 05: Mitchell Robinson #26 of the New York Knicks reacts during the fourth quarter of the game against the Detroit Pistons at Madison Square Garden on February 05, 2019 in New York City. The Detroit Pistons defeat the New York Knicks 105-92. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

Despite missing on some bigger free agents, the Knicks are sticking to their plan

WASHINGTON, DC - DECEMBER 29: Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards and John Wall #2 of the Washington Wizards sit on the bench during the first half against the Charlotte Hornets at Capital One Arena on December 29, 2018 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images)

If you combined the Wizards and Hornets, how many games would they win?

OAKLAND, CA - MAY 03: Baron Davis #5 of the Golden State Warriors celebrates after defeating the Dallas Mavericks in Game 6 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals during the 2007 NBA Playoffs on May 3, 2007 at Oracle Arena in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)

Celebrating 5 years of the Over and Back Podcast with the We Believe Warriors

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If Kristaps Porzingis is healthy, what are reasonable expectations for the Mavericks?

ATLANTA, GA - JANUARY 6: John Collins #20 and Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks high-five during a game against the Miami Heat on January 6, 2019 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Scott Cunningham/NBAE via Getty Images)

Fastbreak Breakfast: Which NBA team has the best young duo?

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Fastbreak Breakfast: Examining James Harden’s playoff dips and the fit with Russell Westbrook

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Fastbreak Breakfast: Taking a peak at the summer vacations of NBA stars

CHICAGO, IL - JANUARY 27: Lauri Markkanen #24 and Ryan Arcidiacono #51 of the Chicago Bulls high-five during a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on January 27, 2019 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Which NBA team will increase their win total the most in 2019-20?

BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 14: Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks dribbles against the Boston Celtics during the first quarter at TD Garden on December 14, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

How certain are we the Atlanta Hawks are going to be any better this season?

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 8: Jaxson Hayes #10 of the New Orleans Pelicans dunks the ball against the Chicago Bulls on July 8, 2019 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

Updates from NBA Summer League: The Pelicans and Celtics are fun

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 7: David Fizdale of the New York Knicks looks on during the game between the New York Knicks and the Atlanta Hawks during the 2018 Las Vegas Summer League on July 7, 2018 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

Fastbreak Breakfast: Update from NBA Summer League

TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 29: Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors and Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors look on during the game on November 29, 2018 at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Mark Blinch/NBAE via Getty Images)

The whirlwind of NBA free agency so far

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 05: Bojan Bogdanovic #44 of the Indiana Pacers reacts after hitting a three-point shot against the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half of the game at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on February 5, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using the photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Which players will be the most overpaid in NBA free agency?

MEMPHIS, TN - DECEMBER 15: James Harden #13 of the Houston Rockets looks on during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies of the Houston Rockets against the Memphis Grizzlies during a game on December 14, 2018 at FedEx Forum in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

Who is the king of 50-point games in the 2000s?

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - NOVEMBER 18: Marc Gasol #33 of the Memphis Grizzlie and Mike Conley #11 of the Memphis Grizzlies prior to the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on November 18, 2018 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Mike Conley trade gives the Grizzlies multiple shots at a bright future

OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 4: Klay Thompson #11 of the Golden State Warriors shoots during practice and media availability as part of the 2019 NBA Finals on June 4, 2019 at Oracle Arena in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

The 2020 NBA title race is suddenly wide open

Over and Back: The history of the Toronto Raptors

TORONTO, CANADA - MAY 30: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors DeMarcus Cousins #0 of the Golden State Warriors and Serge Ibaka #9 of the Toronto Raptors defend their positions during Game One of the NBA Finals on May 30, 2019 at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Chris Elise/NBAE via Getty Images)

With the NBA Finals tied, is the glass half-full or half-empty for the Raptors?

TORONTO, ON- MAY 29 - Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) takes questions as the Toronto Raptors and Golden State Warriors host open practice and media day on the eve of the NBA Finals in Toronto. May 29, 2019. (Steve Russell/Toronto Star via Getty Images)

Can the Raptors actually out-talent the Warriors?

MILWAUKEE, WI - MAY 17: Eric Bledsoe #6 of the Milwaukee Bucks looks on at halftime of Game Two of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Toronto Raptors on May 17, 2019 at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Will the Bucks regret the Eric Bledsoe extension?

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - JANUARY 27: Head coach Frank Vogel of the Orlando Magic reacts in the second half of a game against the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on January 27, 2018 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Pacers won 114-112. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using the photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Frank Vogel probably knew his first day with the Lakers might be like this

CHICAGO, UNITED STATES: Chicago Bulls player Michael Jordan sticks out his tongue as he goes past Jeff Hornacek of the Utah Jazz 04 June during game two of the NBA Finals at the United Center in Chicago, IL. The Bulls lead the best-of-seven series 1-0. AFP PHOTO/Vincent LAFORET (Photo credit should read VINCENT LAFORET/AFP/Getty Images)

Over and Back: 50-point games in the Michael Jordan era

CHICAGO - MAY 15: NBA Deputy Commissioner, Mark Tatum awards the Philadelphia 76ers the number ten pick in the 2018 NBA Draft during the 2018 NBA Draft Lottery at the Palmer House Hotel on May 15, 2018 in Chicago Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images)

Spicy lottery reactions, resisting conclusions about tanking, and playoffs roundup