It's something I do before every season, and it's an agonizing process because, on paper, the best versions of most NBA offenses look great. I typically find myself worried that some team I rank in the 20s will make me look foolish simply because I underrated them in a crowded field.

The Phoenix Suns allowed a season-high in points in Nov. 4 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.

The Suns are discombobulated on defense, and the collective buy-in has gone. And so far, Booker has been the worst offender as a defender.

The Lakers superstar leads the league in scoring, but, on Sunday, his increased defensive effort stood out

LeBron James reveals the biggest difference between scouting him now and in his prime: "I don't have to force the action" eBron James reflected on his evolved role with the Philadelphia 76ers, explaining how embracing a lower usage rate at age 41 allows ...

Every day this week, the NBC Sports NBA writing crew is breaking down the league’s individual postseason awards and giving you their thoughts and predictions. We’ve done MVP, Coach of the Year, Rookie of the Year and Sixth Man of the Year. Today, let ...

The Philadelphia 76ers own the NBA's best record after navigating a brutal early schedule. But Nick Nurse isn't getting carried away, even as LeBron James and the Sixers show why this season could be different.