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Why it makes sense for the Warriors to pursue a deal for Kevin Durant

The Golden State Warriors and Kevin Durant are still made for each other.

The biggest issue facing Suns and how they can solve it

The Minnesota Timberwolves' sweep of Phoenix in the first round of the playoffs exposed the Suns' greatest weakness.

Projecting ideal starters for Team USA men's basketball at Olympics

The 12-man Team USA basketball roster has been finalized. Here's who should start.

Assessing Warriors' ideal first-round matchup if they make playoffs

A lot still must shake out, but if the Warriors — a lock for the play-in tournament — advance to the playoffs, their best first-round matchup would be...

The two best fits for Chris Paul, who's probably done with Warriors

The 19-year veteran can uplift young talent and is still productive.

Warriors should want to avoid this team if they make play-in tournament

Winners of four in a row heading into Tuesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks, the Golden State Warriors are peaking just in time for the play-in tournament.

How the Wizards must use $128M guard Jordan Poole

Washington has often played the fifth-year veteran with point guard Tyus Jones.

Why the Warriors should be giving more minutes to Moses Moody

With a playoff push by the Golden State Warriors apparently unlikely, it's time for head coach Steve Kerr to plug third-year guard Moses Moody back into the rotation.

Why mediocre Warriors must adjust their starting lineup

It's time for the Warriors to make (another) adjustment to the starting lineup. Here's what it should be and why.

Warriors desperately need a stellar second scorer to help Stephen Curry

Curry's generational scoring ability and gravity have covered up much of the roster construction issues for years. Yet, Father Time is undefeated.