"Those guys are still two of the most elite athletes in our league who can both handle the ball at a high level and attack the paint and the rim at a high level," Ham said. "We have a three-man package, actually a playcall, that they're going to thrive in and it involves all three of them," Ham said. Part of what made the 2020 Lakers so special was their lineup flexibility. Typically the NBA grants such miserable partners a divorce, but none of the league's other 29 clubs are willing to relieve the Lakers of that $47 million anchor around their neck. Lonnie Walker (ankle) went through a full-contact practice for the first time all camp Saturday. They could play any style and dictate the terms of engagement to any opponent. Keep up with everything that happens during NBA Media Week, which takes place Friday, Sunday and Monday. Like the Pistons, the Magic appear to be on the cusp of building something sustainable. Dinwiddie proved in the regular season that he's more than capable of filling Brunson's role in the starting lineup. The roster is geared towards something of a defensive renaissance after a disappointing 21st-place finish a season ago. Jalen Green, the No. Nov. 13 vs. Nets: By this point, we'll likely have a good idea of whether Westbrook 2.0 is really working for the Lakers. Lillards health and Anfernee Simons building on a breakout season (after signing a $100 million extension) will dictate Portlands season. Now it's the Lakers looking to prove themselves against their in-state rival, and if Westbrook repeats his dismal eight-point outing from that loss, the result will be the same as last season. 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TEMECULA, Calif. -- The day after last season mercifully came to an end for the Los Angeles Lakers, Russell Westbrook was asked about LeBron James and Anthony Davis repeatedly stating over the course of the year their intent to "let Russ be Russ" in pursuit of team success. It should be noted that coach Ham still has not committed to including Westbrook in his starting lineup. Oh, how the tables have turned. Mavericks NBA preview: Who's going to be Luka's second? They fired their coach. Many are skeptical. 6-keys: media/spln/nba/reg/free/stories, at Frank Vogel has led three separate No. Will the French center mesh with big man Karl-Anthony Towns? The league started with eight teams until NBA commissioner More than half of their roster is set to earn a minimum salary. Nov. 29 vs. Golden State Warriors: A rematch of the Western Conference finals. The Bucks will be among the title favorites again. He has arguably the greatest player of all time on his roster. New coach Darvin Ham has used James, Davis and Westbrook in his preferred starting five during camp, along with guard Kendrick Nunn and center Damian Jones. He last did it in 2021, when he got only 81 combined games out of James and Davis. We know that because his now former agent essentially told us as much. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nba | pageType: stories | If he resumes his place as arguably the leagues best two-way superstar, the Clippers will soar. But, as puzzling as the Mavs may be, they still employ one of the top-five players in the league in Luka Doncic, and so, really anything is possible with that 23-year-old star on the team. Troy Brown Jr. remains limited because of his back. "And I think that's been the biggest change that we wanted to see from us three so far is, whoever gets it, let's be aggressive because it's going to open up the floor for everybody else. Fired Frank Vogel as head coach. Their supply of 3-and-D guards was virtually endless between Alex Caruso, Danny Green, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Avery Bradley. Maybe they'll find a way to balance their roster as the season progresses, but for now, Ham has to figure out how to juggle a group of players that largely do the same things. Dallas will have to deal with a Phoenix team that has probably thought about nothing but this rematch all summer long. All Rights Reserved. They've turned over the roster three offseasons in a row. NBA GMs voted Eason, the 17th pick, as the biggest steal of the draft in NBA.coms annual survey. 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Anthony Edwards fined $40K for anti-gay comments (0:27) Malika Andrews details the NBA fining Anthony Edwards $40K for posting a video on social media in which he used anti-gay language. Whoever. Close. And if that happens don't be surprised if at the end of the season Dallas is fighting for home-court advantage while Doncic in on the short list in MVP conversation. Gallons of ink have been spilled on the theoretical concept of "role player Russ." Theyll be better this season, as Dejounte Murray gives them another All-Star next to Trae Young. Despite the offseason drama, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving remain in Nets uniforms entering the season. Phoenix won a league-best 64 games last season, but fell to the Mavericks in the second round. Oct. 18 at Warriors: Last season began with the Lakers, as the Western Conference favorites, hosting the Warriors, just looking to make it back to the postseason after a surprising jaunt down lottery lane. 2004-2022 CBS Interactive. But unlike the first time this happened, Doncic is actually in the proper physical condition to win it. Here are some of the best moments, portraits, interviews and more from NBA Media Day 2022. If it isn't? Get your daily dose of news, breakdowns, and highlights with the NBA TV live stream. Ntilikina proved beneficial as a situational role player in the playoffs last season, primarily for his defense, but with five NBA seasons under his belt, he's yet to prove he's a capable player on offense. They even had a spare Hall of Fame creator to dust off for the last few rounds when playoff Rondo emerged from his regular season hibernation to wreak havoc in the bubble. New coach Darvin Ham says he wants to "diversify" and "redirect" Westbrook's energy into defense and off-ball movement. Buccaneers, Eagles clinch playoff spot with emphatic 48-22 road win over Giants. There might not be a coach in NBA history capable of leading this team into the championship hunt. But when somebody is staying aggressive and Russ is getting downhill, Bron is getting downhill, it opens up the floor. Covered the Lakers and NBA for ESPNLosAngeles.com from 2009-14, the Cavaliers from 2014-18 for ESPN.com and the NBA for NBA.com from 2005-09. Los Angeles Lakers 2022-23 NBA preview: Can LeBron James and Anthony Davis guide L.A. back to relevancy? Whatever it looks like, the Mavericks have to hope that Wood is okay with his role and won't be a detriment to the team on the floor or in the locker room. Take a gander at the roster above. That's different!'" He's coaching the team once helmed by Phil Jackson and Pat Riley. One of the biggest wild cards, the Nuggets postseason hopes rely on Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. looking like their past selves after returning from injury. Not a single one of their teammates from that 2020 title run is still wearing purple and gold, but the versions of James and Davis we saw in the Orlando bubble were so good that they likely could've won with just about anyone. But aside from flashes of potential as a quality role player, Green has yet to put it together on a consistent basis to prove he's worthy of big minutes. He then maintained his high level of play all the way to a $100 million contract this summer with the Knicks. Find out here with ESPN.com's NBA season leaders, ranked by ESPN player rating systems. Start prepping his Hall of Fame plaque. Hired Darvin Ham as replacement. That is if all the offseason talk about him being in the best shape of his career translates into a better start to the season for the young superstar. 'Bron, you get it, go.' Scottie Barnes Rookie of the Year season helped them exceed expectations. His efficiency from inside the arc cooled off considerably in the playoffs (41.7 percent), but he remained a reliable 3-point threat for Dallas during their postseason run (41.7 percent). We can get into the minutiae of how the Mavericks mishandled the Brunson situation, primarily losing him for nothing, but at this point, the situation is what it is and the Mavs can't do anything but figure out how to fill the void. A comeback season by Victor Oladipo could help the Heat remain in contention. DeAnthony Melton was one of the more underrated offseason acquisitions, and P.J. Covered the Lakers and NBA for ESPNLosAngeles.com from 2009-14, the Cavaliers from 2014-18 for ESPN.com and the NBA for NBA.com from 2005-09. Russell Westbrook doesn't want to be a Laker. Counting out LeBron James feels like a bad bet, but the Lakers were the NBAs biggest disappointment last season. It's a confounding plan for a team that just had incredible success in the playoffs spacing the floor with shooters to surround Doncic with, and McGee certainly doesn't fit in that mold as a limited offensive player who isn't useful outside of the paint. And you can bet that he'll get the best looks in his career off of passes from Doncic. Oct. 19 at Phoenix Suns: I think we all remember the beat down that the Mavericks put on the heavily favored Suns in last year's playoffs, so of course this game will be a highly anticipated one. By trading Tyrese Haliburton to Indiana for Domantas Sabonis last season, the Kings made it clear theyre ready to win now. 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They owe $47 million to a player nobody wants. 7:33 p.m. 2 pick in 2021, finished his rookie season on a strong note and is positioned for a leap. He might not get another one. With the first week of training camp in the books as James, Davis and Westbrook near their second season together, that approach has been tweaked. Stephen A. Smith says Russell Westbrook will play better this season but still needs to modify his game to fit the Lakers. Maybe Wood will play more minutes than McGee and be in the closing lineup, making his status as a starter a non-issue. Dec. 25 vs. Los Angeles Lakers: The Mavericks take on the Lakers for the second time in three years on Christmas, except this time Dallas gets to host. The league was known as the National Basketball Development League (NBDL) from 2001 to 2005, and the NBA Development League (NBA D-League) from 2005 until 2017. Jaylen Brown speaks on the Celtics' resiliency and honoring the great Bill Russell. Ahead of the Pistons' preseason slate beginning Tuesday with a visit to the Knicks in New York, it's time for NBA power rankings entering the 2022-23 season. I always use whatever I can take, it's free energy." That was the main message during media day last week. Man I'm a true old head now pic.twitter.com/yblpxOlyOM, Bradley Beal (@RealDealBeal23) September 26, 2022, . Desmond Banes breakout season helped Memphis surge to 56 wins last season second-most in the NBA. Want every headline right at your fingertips? pic.twitter.com/pQpzfJPXZV, New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) September 26, 2022, Phoenix Suns (@Suns) September 26, 2022, Since you've been asking https://t.co/A6ELWtlBt8 pic.twitter.com/XvdoFpBHoH, yep im showing off. You agree that your personal information will be used to send you messages about NBA related products and services, and share your personal information with NBA partners and affiliates so that they can also contact you about products and services that might be of interest to you. Houston has talent, but lack of experience keeps them in the bottom tier for now. Atlantic. The Mavs' All-NBA guard will sit due to a strained right quadriceps, joining Josh Green (right elbow sprain) and Maxi Kleber (sore right foot). Then there's the rookie Hardy, who was considered a steal in the draft, and had an impressive Summer League debut. That 3-point shooting is going to be an important part of Dallas' gameplan, and the Mavericks will have to hope that last season's numbers weren't a fluke given he's a career 32 percent shooter from deep. Doncic's conditioning has been a major sticking point since he's entered the league, and he reportedly entered the last two seasons 30 pounds heavier than the weight he's listed at on Dallas' game notes. After James and Davis, who is the most accomplished forward? Keep track of all the must-see moments as the 2022-23 season tips off with NBA Media Day. Perks of being one of the final four teams in the playoffs a season ago, I suppose. pic.twitter.com/u9qUDuwNb7, Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) September 26, 2022, Whole lotta smiles pic.twitter.com/vVWFVb3gWx, For all things #NBAMediaDay: https://t.co/x72YsaFUZ9 pic.twitter.com/LCts0qDrm0, Someone's looking forward to Christmas this year but first, preseason@luka7doncic | #MFFL pic.twitter.com/WQyuHONWQf, Dallas Mavericks (@dallasmavs) September 26, 2022, "I'm just messing with stuff to make the internet mad. Joel Embiid is an MVP-caliber player, finishing runner-up to Nikola Jokic in MVP voting the past two seasons, and James Harden will look to prove hes the perfect second banana and healthy after a hamstring injury limited him last season. And the coach he'll be measured against is one of the most accomplished defensive leaders of the past decade. Brooklyn Nets. The rest of the league returned on Monday with live coverage on NBA TV. Here are some of the best moments, portraits, interviews and more from NBA Media Day 2022. Lakers NBA preview: Can LeBron, Davis lead L.A. back? That couldn't exactly be avoided. Santa Cruz Warriors Head Coach: Seth Cooper Last Season: 15-17, Lost in First Round Two-Way Players: Anthony Lamb, Ty Jerome Key Additions: Patrick Baldwin Jr., Gui Santos, Pat Spencer Key Subtractions: L.J. This season will almost certainly be the franchise's first outside the playoffs since 2016. ", Watch Hawks Media Day live https://t.co/x72YsaFn9B pic.twitter.com/QbbaD2YI1q, Year 11! He wasn't even in Golden State's playoff rotation. NBA G League; WNBA; NBA 2K League; Basketball Africa League; December 2022. LeBron talks about potentially passing Kareem as the NBA all-time leading scorer this season.#NBAMediaDay pic.twitter.com/IyyGpQsR1f, Joker and mics never really get along :/ pic.twitter.com/hEzmywvOou, Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) September 26, 2022, Giannis' press conference jokes will officially start at the NBA Global Games in Abu Dhabi. Retained only six players from last season's roster: LeBron James, Anthony Davis. Sunday, July 17, 2022 Monday, July 18, 2022 . The NBA has great parity today, as more than half of the league is good enough to conceivably make a deep postseason run. The Lakers don't want Russell Westbrook. ", Stephen A.: Lakers won't win a championship if Russ stays (2:10), Lakers' Big 3 rolls out new mantra: 'You get it, go', Silas, 3-time NBA champ and coach, dies at 79, Booker (hamstring) scratched as Suns lose in OT, Warriors relish 'important win' vs. NBA-best Celts, 'Still my city': Wall fulfilled by Washington return, Sources: Warriors' Myers still without new deal, Nets top Pacers despite sitting KD, Kyrie, others, The move that might've saved the Warriors' season, Victor Wembanyama puts up double-double for Metro 92, Why this D.C. homecoming will be 'totally different' for John Wall, They said it! Former Piston Jerami Grant steps into a new role as Damian Lillards No. Forget about all of the drama, the injuries and the broken roster. It's why the Mavericks are one of the most difficult teams to project for the upcoming season, because while they're returning majority of the roster that went to the conference finals last year, the West got significantly stronger, and Dallas didn't really match strides with other clubs in conference. NBA 2K23 Summer League 2022 Format Summary @keegan3murray #KingsMediaDay presented by @dialpad pic.twitter.com/0u5VaBYJII, Sacramento Kings (@SacramentoKings) September 26, 2022, Framing this one.#GSWMediaDay pic.twitter.com/KyuLIbQhCf, Golden State Warriors (@warriors) September 26, 2022, NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) September 26, 2022, First day of school vibes #HornetsMediaDay pic.twitter.com/LdntiIyEk9, Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) September 26, 2022, . NO New Orleans Pelicans. "Obviously we're unselfish teammates and we want to pass and do things [for our teammates], but at the same time we have to get going as well," Davis said. Both of their centers are making the minimum. pic.twitter.com/Rx8CQsg58H, Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) September 26, 2022, The Dragon is a Bull @Goran_Dragic pic.twitter.com/Sjqhx8MtDr, 12skii @JaMorant checking in from media day pic.twitter.com/qFe8KTApmv, Memphis Grizzlies (@memgrizz) September 26, 2022, 12 @JaMorant found a new nickname pic.twitter.com/fxFBilz2NP, no context @therealZiaire x @jarenjacksonjr pic.twitter.com/5CegAiC7oP. Sun 4 Mon 5 Tue 6 Wed 7 Thu 8 Fri 9 Sat 10. How will Kawhi Leonard look after missing the entirety of the 2021-22 season with a partial ACL tear in his right knee? It wouldnt be shocking to see the Jazz move on from veteran guard Mike Conley Jr. ahead of the trade deadline. Everyone's talking a good game. His game stretches out to the 3-point line, where he made 39 percent of his attempts last season on a lottery-bound Rockets teams. The Little League Baseball World Series celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2022, and the event had international participants for the first time since 2019. Deandre Ayton was predicted by many to depart Phoenix in free agency, but hes back on a max deal. Signed LeBron James to a two-year contract extension with a player-option after the 2023-24 season. (2:10). The Lakers are giving him a chance to become the sort of player capable of helping James and Davis win. James is still one of the leagues best, but turns 38 in December and cant carry teams like he used to. Paul Silas, the father of Houston Rockets coach Stephen Silas, dies at 79, his family announced Sunday. Dec 09, 2022 He then proceeded to terrorize opposing teams during the tournament, where his 47-point performance against France was the second-highest scoring affair in EuroBasket history. The Mavericks will surely use the early part of the season to see what combinations of player work, and which backup guards stand out from the rest, but unless Green, Hardy or Ntilikina significantly improves, Dallas' lack of depth behind Doncic and Dinwiddie will be a weak point this season. Ahead of the 2022-23 season, here's a quick breakdown of Dallas' offseason, and a preview of some key storylines to watch for when the season tips off in a few weeks. Boston Celtics. The veteran guard shot 49 percent from the field and 40 percent from 3-point range after he was traded to the Mavericks, by far career highs for the former second-round pick. POR Portland Trail Blazers. CHI Chicago Bulls. pic.twitter.com/1zBABRs6JO, LA Clippers (@LAClippers) September 26, 2022, "I'm in the gym and something happens I'm like 'Oh man, I can really do that! Brunson gives the Knicks a needed playmaker next to Julius Randle. Get the latest NBA basketball news, scores, stats, standings, fantasy games, and more from ESPN. CREATE A FOLLOWING Tribune Content Agency builds audience Our content engages millions of readers in 75 countries every day 2 overall pick Chet Holmgren (foot injury). > Full Schedule: NBA Media Days 2022. The basketball world has been asking him to cut and screen and defend and chill with the mid-range jumpers for his entire career. JEFF SEIDEL:Pistons haven't played a game and I already love this one thing about them. If it doesn't? Players like Kuzma command a great deal more. But James, Davis and Westbrook -- whom Ham said he "definitely" would like to all play in the preseason opener Monday at home against the Sacramento Kings -- figure to factor into the team's plans no matter whom they are grouped with. The Dallas Mavericks enter this season coming off a surprise run to the Western Conference finals, and an offseason that consisted of losing their second-leading scorer in Jalen Brunson. Here are the major storylines surrounding the 2022-23 Los Angeles Lakers. Its a bummer well have to wait until the 2023-24 season to watch 2022 No. July 18, 2022 Summer League MVP Ladder: Grimes climbs to No. Ahead of the 2022-23 season, here's a quick breakdown of Dallas' offseason, and a preview of some key storylines to watch for when the season tips off in a few weeks. While there may be concerns about burnout given his busy summer, Doncic will enter the season in game shape unlike the previous two years. There's almost no way we'll be able to say he's a bad one given the monumental task the Lakers have laid before him. ROOKIE CLASS, PART 1:Jalen Duren will be a 'jewel' for Pistons, ROOKIE CLASS, PART 2:Jaden Ivey's 'God-given speed' standing out during training camp. This is an incredibly small team. NBA.com evaluates the state of each franchise heading into training camp. Which player is dominating the 2022-2023 season? There's a lot to like about Wood's fit with the Mavericks. But what if Ham should manage to do so? Their recent lottery picks James Wiseman, Jonathan Kuminga and Moses Moody along with offseason acquisitions Donte DiVincenzo and JaMychal Green, will have to pick up the slack. Losing him is a tough pill to swallow, but the midseason trade that brought over Spencer Dinwiddie was done in part as insurance in case Brunson left. Their two best players can't stay healthy. Ex-Piston Khris Middletons postseason knee injury hurt Milwaukees repeat bid. He'll be a seamless pick-and-roll partner with Doncic and Dinwiddie, capable of popping out for a jumper, or using his athleticism to roll to the rim for a dunk. "Yeah," Westbrook replied bluntly during his exit interview with reporters, "but that wasn't true.". When Iwrote about his fit with the Mavericks after the initial trade back in July, I said that it was like taking the rim-running abilities and athleticism of Dwight Powell and the floor-spacing and 3-point shooting of Maxi Kleber and putting them in one player. What's a far bigger issue is Dallas' lack of quality depth behind Doncic and Dinwiddie in the backcourt. Its unclear when Lonzo Ball will return from knee surgery, and his absence will be felt. But what stood out the most in Dinwiddie's 23-game stint with Dallas last season was his far improved shooting numbers. The Easts winningest regular season team last season had a quiet offseason and lost one of their best role players in Tucker. The former No. The official site of the National Basketball Association. They should avoid the depth issues that hurt them during the previous two seasons. Allen Iverson played his last NBA game at the age of 34. Sign up to receive NBA emails! The defending champs parted with several key role players this offseason, most notably Gary Payton II (Portland) and Otto Porter Jr. (Toronto). Brunson was the reason Dallas managed to stay afloat with Doncic out the first three games of the its first-round series against the Utah Jazz. But perhaps McGee starting won't matter. He might turn out to be a very good one. 42 in 1995, Popovich passes Riley on the all-time coaching wins list in 2018, and more moments from NBA history. 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