PHILOSOPHICAL QUOTE OF THE DAY:
“Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration.”
-Thomas Edison
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NBA:
Every NBA Team’s Biggest Training-Camp Revelation so Far
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2581127-every-nba-teams-biggest-training-camp-revelation-so-far
#NBArank: Nos. 16-20
http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/13934291/nbarank-16-20
Five NBA surprises to watch for: East will be better, Warriors won’t
Five NBA teams best positioned to take advantage of 2016 free agency
Champion Warriors, fortified Spurs lead preseason edition
http://www.si.com/nba/2015/10/22/nba-power-rankings-preseason-warriors-spurs-cavaliers
Five NBA teams whose playing style will be very different this season
Kobe Bryant and LeBron James must scale back their minutes and egos now
15 notable players who are now paid less than Tristan Thompson in 2015-2016
Jerry West: Michael Jordan would be ‘wonderful’ as NBA logo
http://www.si.com/nba/2015/10/22/jerry-west-michael-jordan-nba-logo
Why has Jimmer Fredette failed?
NBA coach blasts Fredette: ‘Jimmer thinks everybody is stupid’
http://www.csnbayarea.com/kings/nba-coach-blasts-fredette-jimmer-thinks-everbody-stupid
Examining Thabo Sefolosha’s lawsuit vs. NYC, NYPD: Five biggest questions http://www.si.com/nba/2015/10/22/thabo-sefolosha-new-york-city-police-civil-lawsuit-atlanta-hawks
2015-16 Uni Watch NBA preview: It’s never boring
How a convicted con man stole the trust of the basketball world
LAMAR ODOM:
Lamar Odom overdosed at brothel; making strides ‘mentally and physically’
http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/13947367/lamar-odom-speech-improving-therapy-family-says
Report: Lamar Odom undergoes two emergency surgeries
http://nba.nbcsports.com/2015/10/22/report-lamar-odom-undergoes-two-emergency-surgeries/
Lamar Odom ‘overdosed on cocaine’ after being found in Nevada brothel
Lamar Odom suffering ‘physical and mental’ setbacks in recovery from near-fatal drug binge
Lamar Odom improving ‘mentally and physically,’ family statement says
FIBA:
Brad Stevens would accept job as US Olympic coach
76ERS:
Sixers’ Wilbekin will sit out last preseason game
Brett Brown wishes he had more time to evaluate Sixers
BUCKS:
Bucks rookie Rashad Vaughn heads home for preseason game
Bucks to maximize Giannis Antetokounmpo’s versatility
http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/13947736/giannis-antetokounmpo-play-every-position-milwaukee-bucks
BULLS:
Despite double vision, Derrick Rose wants to play in preseason finale, opener
Jimmy Butler enters fifth NBA season as top-20 player
http://chicago.suntimes.com/sports/7/71/1038573/jimmy-butler-enters-fifth-pro-season-top-20-player
Bulls to wear patch commemorating the 90s NBA championships
http://chicago.suntimes.com/sports/7/71/1039060/bulls-wear-patch-commemorating-90s-nba-championships
The internet can’t stop laughing at adidas’ Derrick Rose shoe tagline
http://chicago.suntimes.com/sports/7/71/1036947/people-cant-stop-laughing-derrick-rose-shoe-tagline
CAVALIERS:
LeBron James hasn’t practiced since back injection, Cavaliers insist he is healthy
Kevin Love Is Healthy, Happy and Ready to Bring Cleveland Cavs a Championship
James Jones on Tristan Thompson: ‘We’re excited that Tristan is back, we all know what he means to us’
http://www.cleveland.com/cavs/index.ssf/2015/10/james_jones_on_tristan_thompso.html – incart_river
Cleveland Cavaliers aren’t thinking about predictions of NBA title
http://www.cleveland.com/cavs/index.ssf/2015/10/the_cleveland_cavaliers_arent.html – incart_river
Cavaliers coach David Blatt attempts to temper title expectations
David Blatt on title chances: ‘that’s very far down the line’
http://national.suntimes.com/national-sports/7/72/1984022/david-blatt-title-chances-thats-far-line
Cleveland Cavaliers officially re-sign Tristan Thompson
http://www.cleveland.com/cavs/index.ssf/2015/10/cleveland_cavaliers_officially_2.html – incart_river
CELTICS:
Celtics start strong, hold off Knicks starters late, 99-85
http://www.csnne.com/boston-celtics/celtics-start-strong-hold-knicks-starters-late-99-85
Stevens may have found his starting lineup
http://www.csnne.com/boston-celtics/stevens-may-have-found-his-starting-lineup
Stars, studs and duds: Rozier consistently making big shots
http://www.csnne.com/boston-celtics/stars-studs-and-duds-rozier-consistently-making-big-shots
Sullinger makes most of minutes with Olynyk out
http://www.csnne.com/boston-celtics/sullinger-makes-most-minutes-olynyk-out
Avery Bradley Injury
http://sports.yahoo.com/video/avery-bradley-injury-011445136.html
Crowder wins physical matchup with ‘Melo
http://www.csnne.com/boston-celtics/Jae-Crowder-wins-physical-matchup-Knicks-Carmelo-Anthony
Celtics make up for NY stinker
http://www.bostonherald.com/sports/celtics/2015/10/celtics_make_up_for_ny_stinker
Over/Under: Celtics wins this season
http://www.csnne.com/boston-celtics/overunder-celtics-wins-season
Will the Celtics take the next step this season?
Celtics hope to improve 3-point shooting
https://www.bostonglobe.com/sports/2015/10/22/cnotes/xHiPl7ZbHeQg5SjDiZDFTL/story.html
Rookies could learn from Celtics’ Amir Johnson
CLIPPERS:
Clippers still unsure about fifth starter
http://www.latimes.com/sports/clippers/la-sp-clippers-trail-blazers-20151023-story.html
Clippers recover from 35-point deficit to beat Portland in final exhibition
Austin Rivers could be X-factor for LA Clippers
http://www.dailynews.com/sports/20151022/austin-rivers-could-be-x-factor-for-la-clippers
LA Clippers show resolve to play better defense
http://www.dailynews.com/sports/20151022/notebook-la-clippers-show-resolve-to-play-better-defense
Josh Smith says LA Clippers won’t be rushed by ‘media’
http://www.dailynews.com/sports/20151022/josh-smith-says-la-clippers-wont-be-rushed-by-media
GRIZZLIES:
Lessons learned from Griz preseason
Griz check a few boxes in dress rehearsal
HAWKS:
Hawks won’t bring full contingent to Detroit for preseason finale
Hawks release Petteway, roster at 17
http://www.myajc.com/news/sports/basketball/hawks-release-petteway-roster-at-17/nn7mY/
Kent Bazemore will likely begin season as Hawks’ starting SF
http://www.csnbayarea.com/warriors/kent-bazemore-will-likely-begin-season-hawks-starting-sf
Atlanta rapper Rich Homie Quan to perform at Hawks opener
HEAT:
Miami Heat continues to search for chemistry, faces decision on James Ennis
http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/nba/miami-heat/ – storylink=cpy
Heat starting lineup only in the beginning of process
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/miami-heat/fl-miami-heat-main-1023-20151022-story.html
Heat starting lineup still needs work
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/sfl-heat-still-needs-work-20151021-premiumvideo.html
The Two Ways to Watch the Heat This Season
HORNETS:
Miles scores 20 to lead Pacers past Hornets 98-86
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/latest-news/article41132091.html
JAZZ:
Gobert leads rout of Denver in Utah’s preseason finale
http://www.sltrib.com/sports/3092309-155/jazz-gobert-leads-rout-of-denver
Snyder tweaks starting backcourt in preseason finale
http://www.sltrib.com/sports/3090657-155/monson-snyder-has-it-right-jazz
Snyder, Favors and the fellas ready to get regular season rolling
New starting lineup helps Utah Jazz end preseason strong
KINGS:
Kings waive guard David Stockton
http://www.sacbee.com/sports/nba/sacramento-kings/article41098065.html
Kings remain confident, but struggling McLemore ‘below the curve’
http://www.csnbayarea.com/kings/kings-remain-confident-struggling-mclemore-below-curve
Cauley-Stein avoids injury; Karl praises Belinelli
http://www.csnbayarea.com/kings/kings-notes-cauley-stein-avoids-injury-karl-praises-belinelli
KNICKS:
Afflalo injured, Carmelo struggles in Knicks’ preseason finale
http://nypost.com/2015/10/22/afflalo-injured-carmelo-struggles-in-knicks-preseason-finale/
Arron Afflalo leaves Knicks’ preseason finale with tight left hamstring
Knicks vs. Celtics preseason
Knicks Show Little Cohesion in Last Tuneup Before Opener
Kyle O’Quinn is Knicks prankster, but not starter
http://nypost.com/2015/10/22/kyle-oquinn-is-knicks-prankster-but-not-starter/
Who will finish with a better record: Knicks or Nets?
http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/basketball/finish-better-record-knicks-nets-article-1.2407510
Daniel Murphy’s epic tear recalls the fleeting magic of Linsanity
http://nypost.com/2015/10/22/daniel-murphys-epic-tear-recalls-the-fleeting-magic-of-linsanity/
Mock Porzingis’ cornrows if you like, but ‘girls loved it’
http://nypost.com/2015/10/22/mock-porzingis-cornrows-if-you-like-but-girls-loved-it/
LAKERS:
Kobe Bryant expected for Lakers’ opener, but Jordan Clarkson a question mark
Lakers’ Jordan Clarkson injures shoulder, will have MRI exam Friday
LA Lakers end preseason with a 136-97 loss to Warriors and a Jordan Clarkson injury
LA Lakers’ Byron Scott wants Tarik Black to develop a mean streak
Diving into Julius Randle’s Ongoing Evolution
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2581806-diving-into-julius-randles-ongoing-evolution
MAGIC:
Orlando Magic waive Greg Stiemsma, leaving roster at 15 players for now
Hezonja Showing Great Poise in Early Stages of NBA Career
http://www.nba.com/magic/news/hezonja-showing-great-poise-early-stages-nba-career
Magic hold three youth basketball clinics Thursday
MAVERICKS:
Mavs finally taking shape?
Mavericks sign guard Tu Holloway, waive Jarrid Famous
Mavericks like what they see with Tunisian center Salah Mejri
http://www.star-telegram.com/sports/nba/dallas-mavericks/article41123619.html
Dirk Nowitzki asks: Who has the faster 40 time? Dirk or Peyton Manning?
NETS:
Andrea Bargnani’s injury complicates Nets’ roster decisions
NUGGETS:
Burke scores 17 to lead Jazz to 98-78 win over Nuggets
http://www.denverpost.com/nuggets/ci_29010771/burke-scores-17-lead-jazz-98-78-win
A Season-Greeting Wish List
http://www.denverstiffs.com/2015/10/22/9591632/denver-nuggets-a-season-greeting-wish-list
PACERS:
Pacers beat Hornets, make it through preseason healthy
PELICANS:
Nate Robinson emerging, New Orleans Pelicans may still explore acquiring another guard
http://www.nola.com/pelicans/index.ssf/2015/10/new_orleans_pelicans_may_explo.html – incart_river
Alvin Gentry concerned about New Orleans Pelicans’ transition defense problems
http://www.nola.com/pelicans/index.ssf/2015/10/pelicans_3.html – incart_river
Pelicans Counting on Players to Step Up
http://www.basketballinsiders.com/nba-pm-pelicans-counting-on-players-to-step-up/
Judge keeps battle over Tom Benson’s Saints, Pelicans shares in New Orleans
http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2015/10/judge_keeps_battle_over_tom_be.html – incart_river
Smoothie King Center’s new video boards will be on display for Pelicans-Heat preseason game Friday
http://www.nola.com/pelicans/index.ssf/2015/10/smoothie_king_centers_new_scor.html – incart_river
PISTONS:
Pistons may not need to replace Greg Monroe in post
http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nba/pistons/2015/10/23/detroit-pistons-bad-boys-/74445586/
Pistons get tablets, will view specialized videos
http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nba/pistons/2015/10/22/detroit-pistons-tablets/74439488/
RAPTORS:
Raptors’ Patrick Patterson shrugs off slow pre-season start
ROCKETS:
Lawson gives McHale room to experiment at guard
Ty Lawson is a ‘kid in a candy store’ with Rockets playmakers
Rockets, getting healthier, ready to make up for lost time
Terrence Jones returns to practice after passing concussion protocol
SPURS:
Spurs’ roster battle comes down to the wire
Spurs’ Aldridge aims to make home court feel like home
SUNS:
Phoenix Suns’ Leuer fits in with shooting, rebounding
Tyson Chandler calls out Mark Cuban for ‘bulls—’ long-term promise
THUNDER:
NBA veteran Antonio Daniels brings ‘gift of gab’ to Thunder broadcast this season
Extra week gives Thunder crucial prep time
http://newsok.com/okc-thunder-journal-extra-week-gives-thunder-crucial-prep-time/article/5455301
Russell Westbrook post-ups are the Thunder’s deadly secret weapon
http://www.sportingnews.com/nba-news/4658969-russell-westbrook-post-up-thunder-kevin-durant
Russell Westbrook plays better when he’s ‘Angry Russell’
TIMBERWOLVES:
Rashad Vaughn turning heads as Milwaukee Bucks rookie
Wolves Exercise Options on Wiggins, LaVine, Three Others
http://www.basketballinsiders.com/wolves-exercise-team-options-on-wiggins-lavine-three-others/
TRAIL BLAZERS:
Trail Blazers blow 35-point lead, fall to Los Angeles Clippers, 115-109
Who will survive Trail Blazers’ roster cuts?
http://www.oregonlive.com/blazers/index.ssf/2015/10/rip_city_report_podcast_42.html – incart_river
WARRIORS:
Sharpshooting Warriors slam Lakers
http://www.csnbayarea.com/warriors/instant-replay-sharpshooting-warriors-slam-lakers
10 questions facing the Warriors
http://www.sfchronicle.com/warriors_preview/
No ducks, only Warriors, on The Pond tonight
http://www.sfchronicle.com/warriors/article/No-ducks-only-Warriors-on-The-Pond-tonight-6584460.php
Preseason finale not being taken lightly
http://www.csnbayarea.com/warriors/warriors-gameday-preseason-finale-vs-lakers-dress-rehearsal
Warriors remind NBA why they are defending champs
http://www.csnbayarea.com/warriors/rewind-warriors-remind-nba-why-they-are-defending-champs
Shaq says he’s never seen ‘a small guard dominate’ like Stephen Curry
WIZARDS:
Martell Webster’s hip injury could cost him a good chunk of money
Jared Dudley feels in shape, but says there were some kinks in his Wizards debut
Who is Tyler Johnson? The latest guy to posterize a Wizard.
Colin Cowherd has apparently never heard Colin Cowherd talk about John Wall
Peter Newmann is an analyst and writer who spent 10 years at ESPN, 8 as the NBA senior researcher working 24/7 on the league. He wrote game notes for crews, articles for ESPN.com, analysis for studio shows, and regularly assisted reporters and writers. Follow him on Twitter, and check out his Web site, www.peternewmann.com.