Tell 'em, Bill

We saw a different side of Westbrook when he accepted the MVP award Monday.

Golden State capped the year with yet another Finals win.

This was expected, and deserved.

Fully healthy and knocking down threes, he was key to making the James-Harden-as-point-guard experiment work.

The Milwaukee Bucks rookie is the first player to win the award while being drafted outside of the first round in 60 years.

Those shoes gotta go though.

At 31 and entering his 14th NBA season, eight-time All-Star Dwight Howard says his best basketball is ahead of him.

Hill will be 30 years old next season, but I'm not sure that there's another NBA contract in his future.

J.J. Redick will get PAID this summer.

Denver's interest in Millsap has been no secret.

There were a couple of odd votes.

The nickname was jumping the gun, but so what?

Silver is no longer just in the "raise the age limit to 20" camp, he wants a more holistic approach.

LeBron James, Jimmy Butler, and Klay Thompson missed the cut, but Giannis Antetokounmpo made it.

Embiid was not unanimous on the first team, which is what happens when you only play 31 games.

A year ago, uncertainty surrounded Russell Westbrook.

Is he more of a force offensively or defensively.

With Butler, Towns and Wiggins, the Timberwolves are in need of guys who can space the floor.

What Indiana wants back in that trade Denver cannot really offer anymore.

NBA commissioner Adam Silver explains why the center position is still on the All-NBA teams and how long it would take to update the ballots.

NBA commissioner Adam Silver discusses Mark Cuban's comments on tanking and the possible changes that could be made to the draft lottery.

NBA commissioner Adam Silver wanted to change the NBA's minimum age from 19 to 20, but after watching the Ben Simmons documentary, his opinion on the issue has changed.

This play is straight up genius.

Even if the Cavaliers got Dwyane Wade and Carmelo Anthony, they still wouldn't be enough to beat the Golden State Warriors.

The crowd in Brooklyn loved seeing The Answer on the court again.

These are New York fans, they would boo George Washington.

It's laughable now, but Jordan was picked apart back in the day.

Even given Butler's questionable style choices, the Chicago Bulls still got hosed.

Allen Iverson plans to be more spectator than scorer in the Big3.

That's nothing if impressive, but certainly a little crazy.

New Orleans Pelicans DeMarcus Cousins has been known to carry a bit of weight on his frame. He is currently listed at 6-foot-11 and 270 pounds. It appears that last bit has significantly changed over the...

This NBA off-season has been particularly crazy, and I don't expected to calm down anytime soon.

The No. 2 overall pick Los Angeles Lakers worked out with the NBA Hall of Famer before the draft.

It's good advice for Barnes moving forward.

Markelle Fultz already has his first turnover as a member of the Philadelphia 76ers.

Dirk's options was for a whopping $25 million.

Social media went wild over moving trucks being reported at George's house, but where they really his?

It's a slip that would have made Freud proud.

Well played Durant.

Dayrl Morey being aggressive is not news, but he's got to take

It's already been a wild offseason, and it's about to get wilder.

He will make $1.3 million next season.

The market for Jimmy Butler was not as rich as some fans may think.

There are no calls for Klay to be in the dunk contest.

The Sixers are not about to let Joel Embiid go, the only question is how much it costs to keep him.

Lonzo Ball handled his first pitch well. Obviously, that means he will have a better NBA career.

Will another team drive up the cost of restricted free agent Nerlens Noel?

Is Lonzo Ball a leader? Only time will tell, he has the potential.

The Sacramento Kings have waived guard Arron Afflalo one year after signing him as a free agent.

John McEnroe had a ringside seat for the ugliest bout at Madison Square Garden last season.

Paul says he's "humbled that my fellow players have voted to have me continue."

Are restaurants becoming a new recruiting tool?

Jordan Bell knows he will most certainly get an earful from Draymond Green come training camp.

While both players are past their prime, adding them to the roster for nothing after a buyout makes sense.

That is authentic.

He's got $57 million guaranteed reasons to re-sign with the Clippers.

“I guess being called the face of an organization isn’t as good as I thought." —Jimmy Butler

The Clippers want him back but a number of teams, including Boston and Miami, are expected to take a run at Blake Griffin.

This will not stop Caldwell-Pope from getting PAID this summer. 

Don't forget Ben Simmons is also a possibility.

Would George really sign an extension with the Celtics if they sign Gordon Hayward?

Frank Ntilikina might have plenty of potential but it is a risky pick for the pressure-filled, struggling New York Knicks franchise, according to Reggie Miller.

Endearingly honest

Lonzo Ball could be set for a "marvelous" career with the Los Angeles Lakers if he listens and learns from Hall of Famer Magic Johnson.

Will drafting O.G. Anunoby (Raptors), Harry Giles (Kings), Isaiah Hartenstein (Rockets) and Ike Anigbogu (Pacers) pay off?

Believable?

The Sacramento Kings might be turning the page of recent dysfunction after an impressive haul at the NBA draft, according to Reggie Miller.

Believable?

The Minnesota Timberwolves' coach Tom Thibodeau reveals how he was able to pull off the Jimmy Butler move and the forward's reaction to the trade.

Golden State buys No. 38 pick from Bulls

Despite LaVar Ball's antics at the draft on Thursday, there were some sentimental moments when his son Lonzo got drafted.

The Chicago Bulls' decision to trade away Jimmy Butler for young players signals that a major rebuild and culture change is ahead.

Feeling the love, 76ers?

Markelle Fultz admitted he wanted the Philadelphia 76ers to draft him after some players participated in his draft workout.

Boston passed on drafting Jackson for Jayson Tatum

Travelle Gaines‏ rips Bulls' culture

I love that he thought it was funny. You think David Stern would have laughed?

A lot of quality NBA players went undrafted, here are five to watch out of this class, led by Johnathan Motley.

The losers? Chicago, and Celitcs' fans who thought today would end with a big trade.

Jimmy Butler is in Minnesota, and Chicago seems to have lost the trade on paper. What now?

Every pick, every trade, with analysis at every turn. This is the post to follow.

Denver moves down from No. 13 to No. 24

Portland added yet another young big man to their roster in exchange for two first round picks.

We knew this was coming, now comes the hard part for Ball.

There's still a ways to go, but this is picking up momentum.

Chicago also sending its first-rounder to Minnesota

The No. 1 overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft came with some pretty cool shoes.

The Sixers selected the Washington Huskies star to complete a roster with Joel Embiid, Ben Simmons, Robert Covington, and Jahlil Okafor.

Of all the wild rumors flying around on draft day, this one makes some of the most sense.

Chicago has a lot for Butler which is why deals have withered, however, Denver has the assets to make this potentially work.

On the surface you can see how this works for both sides, but it will be difficult to pull off

The Jazz are being active, trying to show Gordon Hayward they will do what it takes.

My question to the Timberwolves: Why?

Will San Antonio trade him?

It's a lot

Knicks, man

What does this mean about their draft stock?

LeBron James going to Los Angeles on either the Clippers or the Lakers is more complicated than it seems, but it could be done, especially if Paul George ends up in LA.

Where Chris Paul decides to play next season will have a huge impact on the Clippers' offseason strategy, and there has been little progress toward an agreement so far.

Maybe the fretting was overblown?

The Boston Celtics have a nucleus of good, young players and are more focused on free-agency than the NBA draft.

Kevin Love doesn't have value like he used to, and if Chicago Bulls trade Jimmy Butler, they will head into a hard rebuild year with young players.

Kristaps Porzingis is "dumbfounded" by the Knicks' attempts to trade him, though it may not happen based on the team's high asking price for the young star.

LaVar Ball something to overcome

If Markelle Fultz (No. 1 to 76ers) and Lonzo Ball (No. 2 to Celtics) are gone as expected, what will Boston do?

De'Aaron Fox was a dynamic point guard at Kentucky, but his limited range makes him the riskiest pick in the 2017 NBA draft.

The Los Angeles Lakers' combination of young talent and potentially Paul George makes them more attractive to LeBron James than the Los Angeles Clippers, according to Chris Mannix.

Could this lead to Chris Paul signing with San Antonio?

While New York Knicks president Phil Jackson has revealed he's shopping Kristaps Porzingis, there's plenty of reasons why it probably won't happen according to Chris Mannix.

Paul George's trade from the Indiana Pacers could set the tone for the rest of the NBA draft, according to Chris Mannix.

“I think I just bring a level of playmaking that some of the teams in the lottery don’t have. That’s offensively and defensively."

Where do Markelle Fultz, Lonzo Ball and every other first-round prospect rank?

Tough news for a lot of teams

Markelle Fultz is ready for the NBA draft. He's already learned about life at the trade deadline.

Will he accept?

Kerr doesn't outright say Golden State should go if President Donald Trump actually invites Golden State, but coach comes close

Will Jackson get Anthony to accept a trade?

Knicks reportedly trying to get top-four pick to draft Josh Jackson

Did Washington finally find a backup for John Wall?

Will Sacramento make him restricted free agent?

Will Young come out ahead in free agency?

Photoshop strikes again

San Antonio not to max cap space yet

Ice Cube breaking news?

Note to Dan Gilbert and the Cleveland Cavaliers: This is what you do with a successful GM.

Charlotte coach Steve Clifford is confident he can help nDwight Howard become a dominant force and an NBA All-Star again.

A $192.5 million renovation of Philips Arena, home of the Atlanta Hawks, has begun.

He needs to move Ryan Anderson and others to free up max cap space to get the big name stars.

“I want to be in Memphis. I don’t need a lot. But I need to be taken care of." —Tony Allen

Players find motivation in all sorts of perceived insults.

Bill Simmons says Kyrie Irving is one of the best one-on-one players he's ever seen, but could his talent translate if he were to have his own team?

It all ties back to letting GM David Griffin walk.

A power struggle in Cleveland and growing tension between LeBron and owner Dan Gilbert means that the Cavs should trade their star player this summer, according to Bill Simmons.

It's something to watch as the Hawks try to salvage something from their two biggest stars leaving.

Lonzo Ball has the potential to be a generational-type player, and Bill Simmons has second thoughts about him potentially winding up on the Lakers instead of the Celtics.

Isaiah Hartenstein's NBA odyssey will start at the draft.

The Pistons will continue to start Andre Drummond and still have Boban Marjanovic behind him.

Leonard will be confused how this is a story and will not discuss it. Gregg Popovich will make some clever quip.

So far seven NBA teams have announced jersey sponsorship deal. At least this one fits the area.

He wasn't going to get that much on the open market.

The Minnesota Timberwolves have waived center Nikola Pekovic, whose troublesome right foot limited a once-promising career to 271 games with the team over seven seasons.

McCollum pointed out that most of Golden State's top players were drafted by the Warriors.

A move for Jordan could be a signal for the contract status of Chris Paul, Blake Griffin, or both.

Wade will take his payday instead of look for another ring.

Howard's huge remaining contract gets dumped on Charlotte in exchange for a shooter and another questionable contract.

If LeBron isn't in Cleveland, why would Butler want to stay?

Griffin with a classy move as he exits the building.

The Rockets want another star, Beverley could be part of that deal (or moved for a little more cap space).

This clears the way for Lonzo Ball and clears out 2018 cap space for the Lakers to chase LeBron, PG13.

Butler reportedly is pushing for the Cavaliers, but do they have the assets?

What a roller coaster.

First, will Clippers re-sign Chris Paul and Blake Griffin?

Lakers shouldn't send much to Indiana

Will he sign it?

Is this more than it's made out to be?

A federal judge has denied a request to block some public funding for Little Caesars Arena and the Detroit Pistons' move from the suburbs.

Timberwolves sign deal with Fitbit

The New York Knicks are considering trading their young star Kristaps Porzingis, which would only add to their reputation as the NBA's laughing stock.

Knicks management reportedly hasn't communicated with Porzingis since skipped exit meeting

New Los Angeles Clippers consultant Jerry West discusses his role with the team and his hopes to retain star point guard Chris Paul.

Do Knicks want Lauri Markkanen?

He's not earning more elsewhere

Expect Gasol back in San Antonio, still

Jimmy Butler reportedly wants to joins the Cavaliers and Cleveland would be wise to try and make that deal happen.

Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert has proved he is hard to work with and the departure of general manager David Griffin is just the latest example, says Bill Livingston.

This will allow Golden State to spend as much as it wants to re-sign Andre Iguodala and Shaun Livingston

He likely leaves Detroit

Between LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Paul George and the upcoming NBA draft, the NBA is in a state of flux with major changes looming.

Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr will be given time throughout the summer to explore medical options.

Of course teams are asking for a sweetener to take on those deals.

Billups certainly knows the NBA game, but he has zero front office experience.

Hall of Famer Jerry West is now officially a consultant with the Los Angeles Clippers.

Lowry says not to believe what we read, but does he want to stay?

LeBron may not have seen it coming because who fires their GM 11 days before the start of a crucial free agency period?

LaVar Ball is far from the first parent to try and influence where his kid gets drafted.

Cavs' owner Dan Gilbert wouldn't let Orlando or Atlanta talk to David Griffin, then after they hired someone else let him walk.

There is limited motivation for the Lakers to bid big here, George wants to come to L.A. as a free agent.

Joel Embiid. Ben Simmons. Markelle Fultz. Is that a big three?

The ratio of Bulls trade rumors to actual Bulls trades suggests being patient here.

They don't have the assets to interest Indy.

The Sixers are building a Big Three of the future by trading for the No. 1 pick and presumably drafting Markelle Fultz, while the Celtics are setting themselves up to land a superstar.

Does that mean he'll sign with Lakers or Clippers?

Will David Griffin stay past end of month?

Ainge says 76ers made best offer for No. 1 pick 'by a significant margin'

Protections on potential 2019 pick going to Boston are more complex

Jazz, Clippers, Bulls, Timberwolves, Hawks reportedly interested

'But any good player is going to have attention on him at all times, and I'm pretty used to it by now'

The Indiana Pacers' best chance to get maximum value for star Paul George is right before the draft, according to Adrian Wojnarowski.

The projected first pick in the 2017 NBA draft, Markelle Fultz, only won nine games in college. Combined with the fact that he didn't make the NCAA tournament, that's cause for alarm.

2017 NBA draft coming into focus

Markelle Fultz might be better than anyone on the Celtics but GM Danny Ainge couldn't pass up on the opportunity to get more first rounders.

An opportunity for Magic Johnson to put his stamp on franchise

The Indiana Pacers' best chance to get maximum value for star Paul George is right before the draft, according to Adrian Wojnarowski.

Not necessarily in that order

Early in John Wall‘s career as the point guard of the Washington Wizards, there was serious doubt about whether or not he would ever become the kind of player that was deserving of being the No. 1...

The Pacers are taking the best offer, they are just trying to make the best of a bad situation.

A big part of their efficiency comes from their ability to get their role players wide open buckets.

The website tracks NBA player cat ownership and sells merchandise with 100% of the profits going to charity.

Ball's workouts include looks at his backyard hoop and runs up the hills in his hometown.