* – indicates playoffs
MVP – Russell Westbrook – Thunder
Rookie – Buddy Hield – Pelicans
Coach – Alvin Gentry – Pelicans
Defensive Player – DeAndre Jordan – Clippers
Most Improved – D’Angelo Russell – Lakers
Sixth Man – Brandon Knight – Suns
Executive – Danny Ainge – Celtics Continue reading
1. Golden State Warriors
Signing Kevin Durant, even for only one season, creates another super team in the NBA.
2. Los Angeles Clippers
If they are healthy they could be a contender in the Western Conference.
3. Phoenix Suns
Their backcourt rotation is among the best in the league.
4. Los Angeles Lakers
With a new head coach and direction, this team could be a good one for years to come.
5. Sacramento Kings
They finally hired a good head coach, now with a new arena they need to settle on a stable roster. Continue reading
LOS ANGELES, CA – APRIL 13: Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts while taking on the Utah Jazz at Staples Center on April 13, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
It’s harder to imagine in this day and age that one person can stay in the same place, doing the same job for 20 years. It does happen and it will continue to happen, but from a sports perspective this is very rare.
* – indicates playoffs
MVP – Anthony Davis – Pelicans
Rookie – Jahlil Okafor – 76ers
Coach – Fred Hoiberg – Bulls
Defensive Player – DeAndre Jordan – Clippers
Most Improved – Paul George – Pacers
Sixth Man – Nikola Mirotic – Bulls
Executive – R.C. Buford – Spurs
Playoffs Continue reading
1. Golden State Warriors
Winning a championship doesn’t seem to affect this team too much.
2. Los Angeles Clippers
This is setting up to be a must win year for Doc Rivers and company.
3. Phoenix Suns
If they make the playoffs, they’ll be one team to watch out for.
4. Sacramento Kings
With George Karl and DeMarcus Cousins not seeing eye to eye, things could get ugly.
5. Los Angeles Lakers
A few bright spots and key veteran additions should lesson the stress on Kobe. Continue reading
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