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The article discusses the potential impact that National Basketball Association (NBA) free agent star LeBron James' decision to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers team might have on the 2018-2019 NBA season and the Lakers organization's effort to win a 17th NBA championship title. The history of the Lakers team is addressed, along with team president Magic Johnson and sports agent Rich Paul. James' former role on the Cleveland Cavaliers squad is assessed.

The article discusses the performance of the Golden State Warriors National Basketball Association (NBA) team during the 2017-2018 NBA Season and the NBA playoffs, and it mentions basketball players such as Draymond Green, James Harden, and Steph Curry. General Manager Bob Myers is addressed, along with the Warriors' Western Conference finals series against the Houston Rockets squad. Basketball coaches and game plans for the playoffs are assessed.

The article discusses various aspects of the career of female National Basketball Association (NBA) analyst Doris Burke who is employed by the ESPN Inc. sports media firm, and it mentions Burke's experience as a basketball player. The respect that Burke has earned from television viewers, basketball players, and coaches is examined, along with her knowledge of the game of basketball. Burke's on-air relationship with colleague Jeff Van Gundy is assessed.

The article discusses National Basketball Association (NBA) rookie player Ben Simmons' athletic skills, and it mentions his role on the Philadelphia 76ers basketball team, as well as comparisons involving Simmons and NBA star LeBron James. Fellow NBA players such as Dwyane Wade and Kevin Durant are addressed, along with the claim that Simmons leads all NBA rookies in points, rebounds, assists, and steals as of December 2017.

The article discusses Michigan State University basketball star Miles Bridges who decided to remain in college and turn down an opportunity to play in the National Basketball Association (NBA), and it mentions how Bridges is expected to be the best player in National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) basketball in the 2017-2018 season. Coach Tom Izzo's views about Bridges are addressed, along with Bridges' athletic ability and his goal of leading the Michigan State University squad to its first NCAA Basketball Tournament title since 2000.

The article discusses professional basketball players' use of social media in relation to the offseason prior to the 2017-2018 National Basketball Association (NBA) season and various signings involving athletes such as Gordon Hayward and Kyrie Irving. Internet videos featuring basketball players such as Rudy Gobert, LeBron James, and Stephen Curry are examined, along with the Twitter and Instagram social networking services.

The article discusses the possibility that the Minnesota Timberwolves basketball team featuring African American player Jimmy Butler could compete with the Golden State Warriors squad for a chance to win a National Basketball Association (NBA) championship in 2017-2018. Butler's basketball career is addressed, along with his former role as a three-time NBA All-Star player with the Chicago Bulls basketball team. Butler's admiration for country music is assessed, along with the Timberwolves' head coach Tom Thibodeau who was also Butler's coach with the Bulls organization.

The article discusses the life and career of 31-year-old African American National Basketball Association (NBA) player Dwight "Superman" Howard as of 2017, and it mentions Howard's former role as an NBA star, his employment with five NBA teams over the course of seven years, and his current position as the oldest player on the Charlotte Hornets basketball squad. Howard's five children are addressed, along with his religious faith and the 2004 NBA draft event. Basketball offense is assessed, along with Howard's former employment with the Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Lakers, and Houston Rockets teams.

The article discusses various aspects of the career of African American National Basketball Association (NBA) star Kevin Durant, and it mentions how Durant received the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award for his performance in the 2017 NBA Finals as a member of the championship-winning Golden State Warriors basketball team. Fellow basketball players such as Steph Curry and LeBron James are addressed, along with player Draymond Green's effort to convince Durant to join the Warriors squad following a loss to James' Cleveland Cavaliers team in the 2016 NBA Finals.

The article discusses the author's claim that the Golden State Warriors National Basketball Association (NBA) team, which is led by players such as Stephen Curry and Draymond Green, is the most talented team in the NBA as of 2017, and it mentions defensive basketball statistics involving the recovery of loose balls and deflections. According to the article, the players on the 1994 New York Knickerbockers team were compensated by then-coach Pat Riley for every charge that they took during games.

The article discusses the Oklahoma City Thunder National Basketball Association (NBA) team's general manager Sam Presti, basketball star Russell Westbrook, and the outlook for the Thunder squad in the 2017 NBA playoffs. Basketball defense is addressed in relation to the Cleveland Cavaliers team and star player LeBron James. Three-point shots and the Houston Rockets basketball club are examined, along with former Thunder team members James Harden and Kevin Durant.

The article discusses the performance of African American National Basketball Association (NBA) point guard James Harden during the 2016-2017 NBA season, and it mentions the success of Harden's Houston Rockets basketball team and coach Mike D'Antoni. The possibility that Harden might win the NBA's Most Valuable Player (MVP) trophy is addressed, along with Harden's basketball offense statistics involving scoring, rebounds, and assists. It states that Harden is ranked second in the NBA in minutes played during the 2016-2017 season.

The article discusses the problems that are associated with various National Basketball Association (NBA) All-Stars such as DeMarcus Cousins, Paul George, Anthony Davis, and John Wall who are struggling to make their teams competitive in the 2016-2017 season. The Sacramento Kings, Washington Wizards, Indiana Pacers, and New Orleans Pelicans squads are assessed, as well as winning and losing in the NBA and the concentration of talent among a few basketball teams.

The article discusses African American National Basketball Association (NBA) point guard Russell Westbrook who plays for the Oklahoma City Thunder team, and it mentions several changes involving the Thunder's roster, as well as information about the expectations for the Thunder during the 2016-2017 NBA season. Power forward Nick Collison is addressed, along with former teammate Kevin Durant who is now a member of the Golden State Warriors squad. Westbrook's basketball career is examined, along with his off-season workouts and players such as Victor Oladipo.

The article discusses the Golden State Warriors (Dubs) professional basketball team which is one win away from clinching the squad's second straight National Basketball Association (NBA) championship title, and it mentions the Cleveland Cavaliers basketball team, as well as various basketball players such as Klay Thompson, Steph Curry, and Draymond Green. The Oklahoma City Thunder basketball squad is addressed, along with African American basketball player LeBron James.

The article discusses the status of the Golden State Warriors National Basketball Association (NBA) in the wake of the squad's signing of center DeMarcus Cousins in 2018, and it mentions how five NBA All-Stars could be in the starting lineup for the Warriors at the start of the 2018-2019 NBA season. A possible lack of parity in the NBA is addressed in relation to a collective bargaining agreement and the claim that many of the other teams are unable to bolster their own lineups.

The article discusses how Generation Y members (Millennials) are transforming the face of sports in America as of 2015, and it mentions ethnic , cultural, and social diversity, as well as the impacts that Latinos are having on sports in the U.S. The Queens borough of New York, New York is mentioned in relation to sports such as cricket and handball. Population changes involving Hispanic American (Latinos) and Asians in America are examined, along with sports such as soccer.

The article presents a preview of the 2014 National Basketball Association (NBA) Finals playoff series between the Miami Heat and San Antonio Spurs team. The overall improvement of offense and a faster pace of play during the 2014 playoffs is discussed and attributed to a series of rules changes created by a 2001 committee of league officials led by Phoenix Suns team owner Jerry Colangelo intended to reduce the use of physical contact on defense.

The article discusses how the New Orleans Pelicans National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in eleventh place in the NBA’s Western Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions players such as Anthony Davis, Rajon Rondo, and DeMarcus Cousins. Coach Alvin Gentry is addressed, along with the claim that Cousins and Davis only played together for 394 minutes in games during the 2016-2017 NBA season.

The article presents a National Basketball Association (NBA) entertainment value guide for the 2017-2018 NBA season, and it mentions how athletes such as Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry are working to help the Golden State Warriors basketball team win its third NBA title in four years. Various NBA stars such as Gordon Hayward and James Harden are examined, along with basketball games featuring the Houston Rockets, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Boston Celtics teams.

The article discusses how the Oklahoma City Thunder National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in fourth place in the NBA’s Western Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions players such as Paul George, Russel Westbrook, and Carmelo Anthony. Coach Billy Donovan is addressed, along with the claim that Westbrook was successful in only five out of his 18 three-point shots in the first round of the 2016-2017 NBA playoffs.

The article discusses how the Golden State Warriors National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in first place in the NBA’s Western Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions players such as Klay Thompson, Draymond Green, and Stephen Curry. According to the article, most of the players who were responsible for the Warriors' offense during the 2016-2017 NBA season are still members of 2017-2018 squad.

The article discusses how the Philadelphia 76ers National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in ninth place in the NBA’s Eastern Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions players such as Dario Saric, Joel Embiid, and J.J. Redick. Basketball injuries are addressed in relation to the claim that Embiid has played in only 12.6 percent of the 76ers' games in his three seasons with the squad. Coach Brett Brown is assessed.

The article discusses how the Cleveland Cavaliers National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in first place in the NBA’s Eastern Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions basketball players such as LeBron James, Kevin Love, and Isaiah Thomas. Coach Tyronn Lee is addressed, along with the Cavaliers' defensive problems. Other players such as J.R. Smith, Tristan Thompson, and Jae Crowder are assessed.

The article presents a preview of the 2017-2018 National Basketball Association (NBA) season, and it makes predictions for all 30 NBA teams, as well as the claim that the Golden State Warriors team will defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers squad in the NBA Finals championship. Basketball player Kevin Durant is addressed, along with the Boston Celtics, Houston Rockets, Washington Wizards, and San Antonio Spurs teams.

The article presents the journal's entertainment value rankings for the 30 National Basketball Association (NBA) teams in the 2016-2017 season, and it previews several basketball games featuring teams such as the San Antonio Spurs, Golden State Warriors, and Cleveland Cavaliers. According to the article, teams such as the Los Angeles Clippers and Portland Trail Blazers are assessed in terms of their projected success, style of play, coaching, and personality.

The article discusses several aspects of the Portland Trail Blazers National Basketball Association (NBA) team in the lead up to the 2016-2017 season, and it mentions basketball players such as shooting guard CJ McCollum, shooting forward Evan Turner, and center Mason Plumlee. According to the article, the Trail Blazers are paying 131.3 percent more in active contracts to their players in 2016-2017 as compared to 2015-2016. Coach Terry Stotts is also addressed.

The article discusses the journal's rankings of the top 100 players in the National Basketball Association (NBA) prior to the start of the 2016-2017 season, and it mentions how athletes LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers team, Kevin Durant and Steph Curry of the Golden State Warriors squad, and Chris Paul of the Los Angeles Clippers team are the four best basketball players in the NBA. The defensive skills of players Greg Monroe and Kyrie Irving are also examined.

The article discusses several aspects of the Milwaukee Bucks National Basketball Association (NBA) team in the lead up to the 2016-2017 season, and it mentions basketball players such as power forward Jabari Parker, point guard Matthew Dellavedova, and center Greg Moore. Coach Jason Kidd is addressed, along with the claim that Parker averaged 18.9 points per game during the 2015-2016 season. Shooting forward Giannis Antetokounmpo is also assessed.

The article discusses several aspects of the Charlotte Hornets National Basketball Association (NBA) team in the lead up to the 2016-2017 season, and it mentions basketball players such as Nicolas Batum, Marvin Williams, and Kemba Walker. Shooting forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist's defensive skills are examined, along with free-agent players such as Jeremy Lin, Al Jefferson, and Courtney Lee. Power forward Frank Kaminsky's shooting ability is assessed, along with 2015-2016 basketball statistics.

The article discusses several aspects of the Cleveland Cavaliers National Basketball Association (NBA) team in the lead up to the 2016-2017 season, and it mentions basketball players such as power forward Kyrie Irving, shooting forward LeBron James, and power forward Kevin Love. According to the article, Irving averaged 25.2 points per game in scoring in the 2015-2016 NBA playoffs. Coach Tyronn Lue is addressed, along with shooting guard J.R. Smith.

The article presents the journal's predictions regarding how successful all 30 National Basketball Association (NBA) teams will be in the 2016-2017 season, and it projects that the Golden State Warriors team will defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers squad in the NBA Finals playoff series. According to the article, the Boston Celtics team is expected to finish in second place in the NBA's eastern Conference, while the San Antonio Spurs squad is projected to finish in second in the Western Conference.

The article discusses several aspects of the National Basketball Association's (NBA's) summer 2016 off-season, and it mentions free agent basketball star Kevin Durant's decision to join the Golden State Warriors team, as well as information about Durant's former teammate Russell Westbrook on the Oklahoma City Thunder squad. According to the article, basketball player Dwayne Wade signed a contract with the Chicago Bulls team. The Boston Celtics and Sacramento Kings squads are assessed.

The article discusses former University of Notre Dame basketball player Jack Cooley's performance in the 2018 Las Vegas Summer League basketball program as a member of the Phoenix Suns' National Basketball Association (NBA) Summer League squad, and it mentions Cooley's effort to get signed by an NBA team. Cooley's basketball experiences in Turkey, Spain, and Germany are examined, along with the attitudes of fans and a Most Valuable Player (MVP) chant for Cooley.

The article discusses the claim that the balance of power in the National Basketball Association (NBA) has shifted to the league's Western Conference in the wake of the signing of star player LeBron James by the Los Angeles Lakers team, and it mentions other players such as James Harden.

The article discusses the author's views about National Basketball Association (NBA) player Giannis Antetokounmpo's athletic skills as of 2017, and it mentions the prediction that Antetokounmpo will be the most unstoppable player in the NBA within three years. Antetokounmpo's role on the Milwaukee Bucks basketball team is examined, along with his basketball statistics involving points scored, rebounds, assists, and blocked shots.

The article presents a humorous discussion about corporate sponsorship logos for National Basketball Association (NBA) team jerseys, and it provides a quotation from athlete Martina Hingis regarding her third retirement from tennis. NBA teams such as the Atlanta Hawks and Brooklyn Nets are addressed, along with the drug Zoloft, the U.S. Army's 1st Armored Division, and Russian President Vladimir Putin's claim that the U.S. is trying to get Russia banned from the 2018 Winter Olympic Games.

The article presents sports-related news briefs which can be accessed on the journal's website located at www.SI.com as of October 30, 2017, including a story about the 2017 World Series championship featuring the Los Angeles Dodgers and Houston Astros baseball teams. The start of the 2017-2018 National Basketball Association (NBA) season is examined, along with teams such as the Golden State Warriors and basketball players Giannis Antetokounmpo and Russell Westbrook.

The article discusses how the Los Angeles Lakers National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in thirteenth place in the NBA’s Western Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions players such as Lonzo Ball, Brook Lopez, and Brandon Ingram. Coach Luke Walton is addressed, along with the claim that Ingram was successful on only 29.4 percent of his three-point shooting attempts during the 2016-2017 NBA season.

The article discusses how the Phoenix Suns National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in fifteenth place in the NBA’s Western Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions players such as Josh Jackson, Eric Bledsoe, and Tyson Chandler. Coach Earl Watson is addressed, along with the claim that the five starting players on the Suns squad that finished the 2016-2017 season have an average age of just over 21 years.

The article discusses how the Memphis Grizzlies National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in tenth place in the NBA’s Western Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions players such as Mike Conley, Marc Gasol, and Tyreke Evans. Coach David Fizdale is addressed, along with information about the 17 days that Conley missed after breaking several bones in his lower back in November 2016.

The article discusses how the Sacramento Kings National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in fourteenth place in the NBA’s Western Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions players such as Buddy Hield, George Hill, and Zach Randolph. Coach Dave Joerger is addressed, along with the claim that the Kings forward Skal Labissiere averaged 17.3 points per 36 minutes in games after former player DeMarcus Cousins was traded to the New Orleans Pelicans team.

The article discusses how the Utah Jazz National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in eighth place in the NBA’s Western Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions players such as Rudy Gobert, Ricky Rubio, and Rodney Hood. Coach Quin Snyder is addressed, along with the claim that the Jazz squad outscored opponents by 8.1 points per 100 possessions when Gobert was on the court playing for the team in the 2016-2017 NBA season.

The article discusses how the Denver Nuggets National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in ninth place in the NBA’s Western Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions players such as Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, and Paul Milsap. Coach Michael Malone is addressed, along with the claim that the Nuggets organization has the lowest fan attendance rate of all NBA teams in the lead up to the 2017-2018 season.

The article discusses how the Los Angeles Clippers National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in seventh place in the NBA’s Western Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions players such as Blake Griffin, Sam Dekker, and Austin Rivers. Coach Doc Rivers is addressed, along with the claim that the Clippers squad recorded an 11-18 win-loss record in games played without former player Chris Paul in the lineup.

The article discusses how the Dallas Mavericks National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in twelfth place in the NBA’s Western Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions players such as Harrison Barnes, Dirk Nowitzki, and Seth Curry. Coach Rick Carlisle is addressed, along with the claim that the Mavericks squad recorded the lowest points per game average of all NBA teams during the 2016-2017 season.

The article discusses how the Miami Heat National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in seventh place in the NBA’s Eastern Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions players such as Dion Waiters, Kelly Olynyk, and James Johnson. According to the article, the Heat are expected to pay over 35 million dollars in 2017-2018 to cover the salaries of Waiters, Johnson, and Olynyk. Center Hassan Whiteside is assessed.

The article discusses how the Orlando Magic National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in thirteenth place in the NBA’s Eastern Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions players such as Aaron Gordon, Elfrid Payton, and Evan Fournier. According to the article, Gordon played 63 percent of his game time minutes at the small forward position during the 2016-2017 NBA season. Coach Frank Vogel is assessed.

The article discusses how the Portland Trail Blazers National Basketball Association (NBA) team is projected to finish in sixth place in the NBA’s Western Conference in the 2017-2018 season, and it mentions players such as C.J. McCollum, Evan Turner, and Damian Lillard. Coach Terry Stotts is addressed, along with the claim that the Trail Blazers have garnered a 14-5 win-loss record when center Jusuf Nurkic was in the starting lineup during the 2016-2017 NBA season.