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Before the 2015-’16 season, I talked to ABC/ESPN play-by-play announcer Mike Breen and color commentators Jeff Van Gundy and Mark Jackson about the upcoming NBA season. We’ll be running some of their best predictions, stories and opinions over the course of the first month of the season. Mike Breen on Tim Duncan’s run with the […]

AUBURN HILLS, MI – OCTOBER 28: Reggie Jackson #1 of the Detroit Pistons passes around Derrick Favors #15 of the Utah Jazz in the first half at the Palace of Auburn Hills on October 28, 2015 in Auburn Hills, Michigan. Detroit won the game 92-87. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Fire Up The Pistons: Detroit Starts Perfectly Behind New-look Offense

Preseason predictions are tricky. We basketball prognosticators pride ourselves in crunching the numbers, on reviewing months of months of games, and faithfully keeping up with a near-12 month sport with a financial landscape that’s transforming like the platforms in Super Smash Bros Melee. All the while, we’re praying we haven’t unconsciously subscribed to someone else’s confirmation bias […]

LeBron James ATLANTA, GA – MAY 20: LeBron James #23 and Tristan Thompson #13 of the Cleveland Cavaliers react in the second quarter against the Atlanta Hawks during Game One of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2015 NBA Playoffs at Philips Arena on May 20, 2015 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

50 Questions For 2015-’16: Will Tristan Thompson, Cleveland Grab The Eastern Conference Top Seed

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<> during the first quarter at Verizon Center on May 15, 2015 in Washington, DC.

50 Questions For 2015-’16: Will The Wizards Commit To Small Ball?

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WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 27: Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards has his shot blocked by Michael Kidd-Gilchrist #14 of the Charlotte Hornets in the second half at Verizon Center on March 27, 2015 in Washington, DC. The Washington Wizards won, 110-107, in double overtime. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

2015-’16 For Questions: Is Charlotte Toast Without Michael Kidd-Gilchrist?

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during the preseason NBA game at Talking Stick Resort Arena on October 7, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

50 Questions For 2015-’16: Are The Suns A Playoff Team?

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NEW YORK, NY – NOVEMBER 24: Greg Monroe #10 of the Detroit Pistons dribbles the ball against the Brooklyn Nets at the Barclays Center on November 24, 2013 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Pistons defeated the nets 109-97. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

50 Questions For 2015-’16: What Impact Will Greg Monroe Make in Milwaukee?

Getting ready for the 2015-’16 season? I’m asking 50 questions before things get under way. Have an important question for the upcoming NBA season you want answered? Find me on Twitter (the worst shooter in basketball — the Bucks/76ers/Suns trade continues to boggle the mind eight months later — his 2.0 steals per game exemplified why […]

HOUSTON, TX – FEBRUARY 08: Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers looks to pass on the court during their game against the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center on February 8, 2015 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images)

50 Questions for 2015-’16: How Will Portland Reload Around Damian Lillard?

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DALLAS, TX – OCTOBER 30: Dennis Schroder #17 of the Atlanta Hawks dribbles the ball past Dirk Nowitzki #41 of the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center on October 30, 2013 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

50 Questions For 2015-’16: Who Are The Biggest Sleepers in the NBA?

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LOS ANGELES, CA – NOVEMBER 27: Darius Morris #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers attempts a shot in front of Roy Hibbert #55 of the Indiana Pacers during a 79-77 Pacers win at Staples Center on November 27, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

50 Questions For 2015-’16: Which NBA Players Are In Best New Roles?

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during the BBVA Compass Rising Stars Challenge as part of the 2015 NBA Allstar Weekend at the Barclays Center on February 13, 2015 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

50 Questions for 2015-’16: Will Orlando Take The Next Step?

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TARRYTOWN, NY – AUGUST 08: Jahlil Okafor #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers poses for a portrait during the 2015 NBA rookie photo shoot on August 8, 2015 at the Madison Square Garden Training Facility in Tarrytown, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Nick Laham/Getty Images)

50 Questions For 2015-’16: What Are Unrealistic Expectations For The Top 10 Picks?

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TARRYTOWN, NY – AUGUST 08: D’Angelo Russell #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers poses for a portrait during the 2015 NBA rookie photo shoot on August 8, 2015 at the Madison Square Garden Training Facility in Tarrytown, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Nick Laham/Getty Images)

50 Questions For 2015-’16: What Are Realistic Expectations For The Top 10 Picks?

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NEW YORK, NY – DECEMBER 29: DeMarcus Cousins #15 of the Sacramento Kings looks on in the second half during a game against the Brooklyn Nets at the Barclays Center on December 29, 2014 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

50 Questions for 2015-’16: Is Sacramento A Disaster Or Threat In The West?

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