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Was King James’ ranking unfair? Our experts break down this year’s countdown.

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka said he expects all of his players to be fully vaccinated by the season opener.

Zach LaVine said Thursday that the Bulls’ aggressive offseason has made this season “crucial” for the direction of the franchise and his own future after this season.

Interpretive changes in how the NBA handles some foul situations are designed to eliminate some of the overt foul-drawing plays that have become pervasive in recent seasons.

The Point God, a Brooklyn duo and the reigning MVP mark the highlights as our annual NBA player rankings continue.

Gersson Rosas was fired as the Timberwolves’ president of basketball operations, with sources saying the team came to the decision after learning more about Rosas’ relationships within the organization.

Warriors swingman Andrew Wiggins has, to this point, decided against getting the COVID-19 vaccine, a league source confirmed, putting into question his availability for some games for the start of the season.

Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob has been fined $50,000 by the NBA for comments he made to the San Francisco Chronicle regarding Philadelphia 76ers forward Ben Simmons.

Sixers coach Doc Rivers wants to convince guard Ben Simmons to stay with the team.