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The First Ben Simmons/Brandon Ingram Match-Up Was More Preview Than Main Event
When the top two picks of the NBA Draft—and a pair of potential franchise saviors—squared off in the NBA Summer League, the fun was mostly about what's to come.
Watching Kevin Durant, Who Is as Impossible and Unstoppable as Ever
Two years ago, Kevin Durant was the MVP of a very different NBA. This postseason, he is burning NBA modernity to the ground through sheer virtuosity. It's fun.
Bismack Biyombo's Dirty Work Has Gotten Toronto This Far
Bismack Biyombo is a backup big who can't shoot, and an unlikely postseason hero. But his rebounding and defense dragged Toronto to the Eastern Conference Finals.
Duke Star Brandon Ingram Is Coming For That Number One Spot
Brandon Ingram arrived at Duke as a skinny kid with a powerful game, and has improved into an elite NBA prospect. Right now, though, he's out to conquer March.
Rookies Deconstructed: Trey Lyles
Trey Lyles is a big-time prospect who hasn't played big minutes. It's hard to know who he'll end up being as a player, but the possibilities are tantalizing.
Joakim Noah Deserves a Louder Goodbye Than This
Joakim Noah's season ended early after an injury, and his era-defining time with the Bulls might be coming to an end, too.
Watching Kawhi Leonard, Who Is Still Growing
The San Antonio Spurs are the NBA's most effective collective, which made it easy to miss how good Kawhi Leonard is—until this season.