KIA SEASON PREVIEW

NBA.com 2020-21 GM Survey

NBA.com 2020-21 GM Survey

The NBA's decision-makers tap the defending champion Lakers to repeat and Giannis to win a third straight Kia MVP.

December 18, 2020

2020-21 Kia Season Preview: 30 Team Previews
With the start of the regular season on Dec. 22, NBA.com has previews, analysis and predictions for all 30 teams.
December 2, 2020
Power Rankings, Week 1: Lakers, Bucks and Nuggets start season on top
See where all 30 teams rank before the regular season begins on Dec. 22.
December 21, 2020
Silver confident season can be pulled off safely
Having successfully navigated last season's restart, the NBA faces an even bigger challenge this season.
December 22, 2020

2020-21 TEAM PREVIEWS

Atlanta

Hawks

Boston

Celtics

Brooklyn

Nets

Charlotte

Hornets

Chicago

Bulls

Cleveland

Cavaliers

Dallas

Mavericks

Denver

Nuggets

Detroit

Pistons

Golden State

Warriors

Houston

Rockets

Indiana

Pacers

LA

Clippers

Los Angeles

Lakers

Memphis

Grizzlies

Miami

Heat

Milwaukee

Bucks

Minnesota

Timberwolves

New Orleans

Pelicans

New York

Knicks

Oklahoma City

Thunder

Orlando

Magic

Philadelphia

76ers

Phoenix

Suns

Portland

Trail Blazers

Sacramento

Kings

San Antonio

Spurs

Toronto

Raptors

Utah

Jazz

Washington

Wizards

NBA TV TEAM PREVIEWS

How much does Chris Paul elevate the Suns?

Will Bucks make deep playoff run this season?

How Kristaps Porzingis' early absence impacts Mavs

Can Murray continue rise after epic playoff run?

Lillard and McCollum new heights?

How will 'Moreyball' fit with Doc Rivers' 76ers?

Will James Wiseman make an impact for Warriors?

Could this be breakout year for Aaron Gordon?

Heat Next Step

Championship or bust for Lillard, Blazers?

Love discusses leadership role in 13th season

Taylor Jenkins: 'I had a lot of time for self reflection'

Chris Paul: 'We're here to hoop and compete'

How can Memphis get back to the postseason?

Will Oladipo have a bounce-back year?

Are the Suns a top six team in the West?

Will De'Aaron Fox make jump to elite status this season?

Is this the year Kings snap playoff drought?

Will Buddy have a bigger role without Bogdanovic?

Spurs look to start new playoff streak

Billy Donovan's impact on the Bulls

Durant, Irving face higher expectations in 2020-21

How realistic are Doncic's Kia MVP chances?

Will Rockets, Harden keep plugging away?

Is Tatum a potential Kia MVP candidate?

Giannis focused on season, not contract extension

Will Clippers improved roster get them over the hump?

Continuity key for Heat

Davis discusses abbreviated offseason, defending title

Is Nash the right head coach for Brooklyn?

Spoelstra on Expectations

Chicago Bulls 2020-21 Depth Chart

Thoughts on Patrick Williams' game?

Rockets Head Coach Silas excited about new additions

Closer look at Rockets' 2020-21 depth chart

Sam Mitchell: 'Everything revolves around Luka'

Stotts: 'Everybody's glad to be on the court'

Coach Pierce: It's a 'year of maturity' for Trae Young

Atlanta Hawks 2020-21 Depth Chart

Will Rajon Rondo help Trae Young shine brighter?

FEATURES

NEW FACES, NEW PLACES

Westbrook and coach Brooks reunited

Suns ready to show what they can do

Kevin Durant on returning to the hardwood

Hayward joins Hornets

Tristan Thompson speaks for the first time as a Celtic

Celtics bolster roster with deals for Teague, Thompson

Montrezl Harrell on first impressions with Lakers

New-look Hawks add more offense with Bogdanovic

Bobby Portis on joining Bucks: 'Winning culture was big to me'

Jeff Green on chance to play with KD again

Can Jerami Grant live up to his big contract?

Cousins excited to join Rockets, reunite with Wall

Kent Bazemore speaks for first time in return to Warriors

Bradley admires Heat's intensity in practice

Are the Suns a top six team in the West?

SEASON PREVIEW NEWS

Kia NBA Tip-Off 2020: By the numbers

Kia NBA Tip-Off 2020: By the numbers

Drama, thrilling rivalries and unique personalities headline the first week of the 2020-21 season.

December 18, 2020

INSIDE TRAINING CAMP

OFFSEASON ANALYSIS

Carmelo Anthony's shooting buries Nuggets

'Melo provides instant offense for Blazers

Veteran forward scored 12 points in a first-quarter outburst to lead Trail Blazers toward victory in Game 1 vs. Denver.

MEDIA WEEK

Wall on Harden: 'He'll make decision best for him'

Lillard wants a title

Rockets Head Coach Silas excited about new additions

Carmelo explains why he's sticking with No. 00

Presti: 'I'm really excited about the mix of players we have'

Oladipo ready to 'win at the highest level'

Davis discusses abbreviated offseason, defending title

Getting back on court 'relief' for eager Morant

Covington talks about first practice with Blazers

Bradley admires Heat's intensity in practice

OFFSEASON NEWS

NEW UNIFORMS