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DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 10: Carmelo Anthony #7 of the Oklahoma City Thunder smiles before the game against the Denver Nuggets on October 10, 2017 at the Pepsi Center in Denver, Colorado. 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 2017 NBAE (Photo by Bart Young/NBAE via Getty Images)

How long do the good times last for the revamped Thunder?

Wait, could every team in the Western Conference be better this year (except the Clippers)?

Over and Back: The life and legacy of Connie Hawkins

NBA 20 Years Ago: Kemp trade, Pitino in Boston, and Bulls drama

CHICAGO, IL - SEPTEMBER 25: Kris Dunn #32, Lauri Markkanen #24 and Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls poses for a portrait during the 2017-18 NBA Media Day on September 25, 2017 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 2017 NBAE (Photo by Randy Belice/NBAE via Getty Images)

Are the Bulls currently the most hopeless NBA franchise?

NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 20: Carmelo Anthony

Carmelo Anthony’s trade, Gregg Popovich’s rant and NBA prop bets

LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 10: (L-R) Kevin Garnett #5, Ray Allen #20 and Paul Pierce #34 of the Boston Celtics look on against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game Three of the 2008 NBA Finals on June 10, 2008 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, 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: 2008 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE/Getty Images)

Over and Back: Oklahoma City’s new Big 3 vs. Boston’s Big 3

NEW ORLEANS - FEBRUARY 17: Tronto Raptors mascot Raptor and Portland Trail Blazers mascot Trail Cat entertain the fans during the 2008 NBA All-Star Game during NBA All Star Weekend on February 17, 2008 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 2008 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images)

Chasing down NBA players and their cats with NBA Catwatch

MIAMI, FL - MARCH 21: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball against the Miami Heat on March 21, 2017 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. 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 2017 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)

Now that the Suns have a timeline, what should their goals be?

SACRAMENTO, CA - FEBRUARY 4: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors attempts a free-throw shot against the Sacramento Kings on February 4, 2017 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, 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 Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)

Here comes the backlash to the Warriors backlash

MEMPHIS, TN - DECEMBER 9: Tony Allen #9 of the Memphis Grizzlies during the game against the Dallas Mavericks during the game on December 9, 2014 at FedExForum 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 2014 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Tony Allen Funeral, presented by Fastbreak Breakfast

AUBURN HILLS, MI - APRIL 05: Andre Drummond #0 of the Detroit Pistons reacts late in the game during a 105-103 loss to the Toronto Raptors at the Palace of Auburn Hills on April 5, 2017 in Auburn Hills, Michigan. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

The Pistons have a lot of questions that need to be answered

HONG KONG, HONG KONG - JULY 30: Justin Anderson #23 of American Professional Nike Rising Star Team, player of Philadelphia 76ers, looks to pass the ball against Chinese Men's Basketball Stars Team during Yao Foundation Charity Tour match between American Professional Nike Rising Star Team and Chinese Men's Basketball Stars Team on July 30, 2017 in Hong Kong, Hong Kong. (Photo by Power Sport Images/Getty Images)

The Sixers are ready to move from hope to winning

SACRAMENTO, CA - APRIL 4: Nerlens Noel #3 of the Dallas Mavericks looks on during the game against the Sacramento Kings on April 4, 2017 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, 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 Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)

So what is really going on with Nerlens Noel?

NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 23: Anthony Davis

A friendly reminder that Anthony Davis and DeMarcus Cousins are a formidable tandem

HOUSTON, TX - MARCH 18: Andrew Wiggins (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images)

Can anything keep the Timberwolves from finally getting back to the playoffs?

CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER 03: Isaiah Thomas #4 of the Boston Celtics and Kyrie Irving #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers talk on the court during the first half at Quicken Loans Arena on November 3, 2016 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the 128-122. 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. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

Are we certain the Celtics have a master plan?

ATLANTA, GA - APRIL 22: Head coach Mike Budenholzer of the Atlanta Hawks looks on during the first quarter against the Washington Wizards in Game Three of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals during the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Philips Arena on April 22, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Daniel Shirey/Getty Images)

Could the Atlanta Hawks become the worst team ever to make the playoffs?

NEW YORK - 1993: Anfernee Hardaway and Chris Webber switch hats after being traded for one another during the 1993 NBA Draft. Webber was traded to the Golden State Warriors after being chosen number one overall by the Orlando Magic. Hardaway was selected number three by the Golden State Warriors and traded to Orlando in New York, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges 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 1993 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Over and Back: Favorite what-if scenarios in NBA history

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 13: Josh Jackson

Redrafting the 2017 NBA Draft after free agency and Summer League

MILWAUKEE, WI - JANUARY 02: Giannis Antetokounmpo

Tall dribblers, angry players and getting rid of the charge

MEMPHIS, TN - APRIL 20: Zach Randolph

The Zach Randolph defense, Jokic or Boogie, plus other listener questions

BOSTON, MA - MAY 19: (EDITORS NOTE: Retransmission with alternate crop.) Isaiah Thomas Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)

How much better will the Boston Celtics be this year?

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK- MAY 12: Tim Duncan #21 of the San Antonio Spurs looks on during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game Six of the Western Conference Semifinals during the 2016 NBA Playoffs on May 12, 2016 at Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 2016 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Over and Back: Best final NBA/ABA seasons

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 09: Dennis Smith Jr.

The Dallas Mavericks deserve a star for not tanking

CLEVELAND, OH - FEBRUARY 23: Kyrie Irving

Jumping to fantasy basketball conclusions from free agency, trades and Summer League

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 19: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers waits for the start of the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on March 19, 2017 in Los Angeles, 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 Harry How/Getty Images)

Are the Lakers really going to sit around a year and wait for LeBron?

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 16: Lonzo Ball

Insider tips for navigating NBA Summer League without a media credential