Blazers’ Lillard, McCollum a duo worth monitoring in 2018-19
Will both Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum last the season with the Portland Trail Blazers? That seems to the question entering every season, and this…
2018-19 Season Preview: Cleveland Cavaliers
Coach: Tyronn Lue (entering his fourth season, 128-77, .624). Last Season: 50-32, lost in NBA Finals to Golden State, 4-0. Key Returnees: Kevin Love, J.R….
2018-19 Season Preview: Los Angeles Lakers
Coach: Luke Walton (entering his third season, 61-103, .372). Last Season: 35-47, did not qualify for the playoffs. Key Returnees: Kyle Kuzma, Brandon Ingram, Lonzo…
2018-19 Season Preview: Toronto Raptors
Coach: Nick Nurse (entering his first season). Last Season: 59-23, lost in second round of playoffs to Cleveland, 4-0. Key Returnees: Kyle Lowry, Jonas Valanciunas,…
2018-19 Season Preview: Utah Jazz
Coach: Quin Snyder (entering his fifth season, 177-151, .540). Last Season: 48-34, lost in second round of playoffs to Houston, 4-1. Key Returnees: Donovan Mitchell,…
2018-19 Season Preview: Miami Heat
Coach: Erik Spoelstra (entering his 11th season, 484-320, .602). Last Season: 44-38, lost in the first round of the playoffs to Philadelphia, 4-1. Key Returnees:…
Amico’s Preview: Everyone again playing for second behind Warriors
With the NBA about to tip off its 73rd season, everyone knows the Golden State Warriors are going to win the title. They have to,…
Cavs’ Smith doubtful for opener at Toronto
A sore right elbow has J.R. Smith’s status for the Cleveland Cavaliers’ season opener Wednesday night in Toronto very much in doubt. The team announced…
FSO adding pair to Cavaliers’ broadcasts
For the first time in more than a half-decade, there will be a new face on FOX Sports Ohio’s broadcasts of Cleveland Cavaliers’ games. Angel…
Sheridan’s Picks: Winners, losers and who won’t last with current team
When you cover the NBA, you pick your analogies carefully. For example: You don’t call someone the “next Michael Jordan” unless you are pretty damn…
2018-19 Season Preview: Opening night rosters
NBA opening night rosters for the 2018-19 season, per the league office. (Some mobile users may need to view in landscape mode.)
2018-19 Season Preview: NBA refs by the numbers
Sixty-five referees will compose the NBA officiating staff for the 2018-19 season. Below are some numbers and tidbits pertaining to this season’s NBA officials. What you…
2018-19 Season Preview: Golden State Warriors
Coach: Steve Kerr (entering his fifth season, 265-63, .808). Last Season: 58-24, won NBA Finals vs. Cleveland, 4-0. Key Returnees: Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Draymond…
2018-19 Season Preview: Boston Celtics
Coach: Brad Stevens (entering his sixth season, 221-189, .539). Last Season: 55-27, lost in Eastern Conference Finals to Cleveland, 4-3. Key Returnees: Kyrie Irving, Gordon…