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Kawhi Leonard the best of the best left in NBA free agency

By AVERY YANG - Associated Press

In this April 19, 2018, file photo, Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant dunks as San Antonio Spurs' Rudy Gay (22) watches during the the first half of Game 3 of a first-round NBA basketball playoff series in San Antonio. Just three seasons ago, the Brooklyn Nets were the worst team in the NBA. On Sunday, June 30, 2019, they were the story of the league. They agreed to deals with superstars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving as part of a sensational start to free agency, giving the longtime No. 2 team in New York top billing in the Big Apple. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File) **FILE**

Free agent frenzy changes the NBA landscape, reflects our society

By Deron Snyder - The Washington Times

File-This April 7, 2019, file photo shows Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) driving against Detroit Pistons guard Langston Galloway (9) during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Detroit. A person with knowledge of the situation says Kemba Walker has told the Charlotte Hornets of his intention to sign with the Boston Celtics once the NBA's offseason moratorium ends July 6. Walker is planning to meet with the Celtics on Sunday, June 30, 2019, to discuss and likely finalize a four-year, $141 million deal, according to the person who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because neither Walker nor the Hornets publicly revealed any details. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson, File)

Analysis: Point guards are getting valued, and rightly so

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

Washington Wizards basketball team introduce Rui Hachimura, the team's first-round pick in the 2019 NBA Draft during a press conference at Capital One Arena in Washington, Friday, June 21, 2019. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)

Rui Hachimura still developing after being a ‘late bloomer’

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard, right, shoots near Golden State Warriors forward Jordan Bell during the first half of Game 4 of the NBA basketball playoffs Western Conference finals Monday, May 20, 2019, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer) **FILE**

Damian Lillard gets Supermax, and NBA spending spree begins

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

New Orleans Pelicans first-round NBA draft pick Zion Williamson smiles at his introductory news conference at the team's practice facility in Metairie, La., Friday, June 21, 2019. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

From Zion to Jimmer, Summer League has a bit of everything

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 19, 2019, file photo, Boston Celtics' Kyrie Irving (11) shoots against Indiana Pacers' Cory Joseph (6) during the second half of Game 3 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series in Indianapolis. Rarely relevant at the same time on the basketball court, the Knicks and Nets are front and center in the free agency race, two of the teams best positioned to make a splash when the market opens. Both can afford two top players, with hopes of landing not only a Kevin Durant or Kyrie Irving, but possibly even both. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)

The Latest: AP source: Irving joining Durant with the Nets

By The Associated Press - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 19, 2019, file photo, Boston Celtics' Kyrie Irving (11) shoots against Indiana Pacers' Cory Joseph (6) during the second half of Game 3 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series in Indianapolis. Rarely relevant at the same time on the basketball court, the Knicks and Nets are front and center in the free agency race, two of the teams best positioned to make a splash when the market opens. Both can afford two top players, with hopes of landing not only a Kevin Durant or Kyrie Irving, but possibly even both. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)

It begins: NBA free agency finally starts Sunday

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

AP source: Celtics hire Kara Lawson as assistant coach

By DOUG FEINBERG - Associated Press

Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry gives a thumb up while coaching at a high school basketball camp Sunday, June 23, 2019, in Tokyo. Curry is already looking ahead to the next challenge in his basketball career, including the chance to represent the United States at next year's Tokyo Olympics. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Analysis: In big-money times, NBA teams face biggest risks

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

In this March 16, 2019, file photo, San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich, right, argues a call with referee Steve Anderson (35) during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Portland Trail Blazers, in San Antonio. It's likely NBA coaches will be challenging one call per game next season. The league told teams Friday, June 28, 2019, that, pending expected approval by the board of governors on July 9, coaches may challenge a personal foul charged to their team, a called out-of-bounds violation, a goaltending violation or a basket-interference violation. No other call may be challenged. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File) **FILE**

NBA: Coaches likely to get 1 challenge per game next season

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

FILE - In this May 29, 2019 file photo, Golden State Warriors basketball guard Stephen Curry speaks to the media before practice for the NBA Finals against the Toronto Raptors in Toronto. The Golden State Warriors superstar is strategically producing content that focuses on sports, family and faith through Unanimous Media, which he co-founded with Jeron Smith and Erick Peyton. The newly-formed production company already has several projects under its belt including a major studio film, network television show and a couple documentaries in just a year. (Nathan Denette/The Canadian Press via AP, File)

Steph Curry makes faithful moves through production company

By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. - Associated Press

Cheering fans are reflected in the sunglasses of Toronto Raptors' Kawhi Leonard during the team's NBA basketball championship parade in Toronto, Monday, June 17, 2019. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP) **FILE**

NBA gearing up for wild free agency after dramatic postseason

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

FILE - This is a Sept. 24, 2018, file photo showing Milwaukee Bucks NBA basketball team general manager Jon Horst during media day in Milwaukee. Horst took a break from his busy schedule Monday night, June 24, 2019, to collect the 2018-19 NBA Executive of the Year Award. Horst won the honor during the league’s awards show in Santa Monica, California, four days after he and his staff put a bow on the draft and six days before the flood gates open to one of the most anticipated NBA free agency periods in history.(AP Photo/Morry Gash)

Bucks’ Horst wins Executive of the Year, heads back to work

By KEITH JENKINS - Associated Press

NBA player Giannis Antetokounmpo, of the Milwaukee Bucks, reacts as he accepts the most valuable player award at the NBA Awards on Monday, June 24, 2019, at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, Calif. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP) ** FILE **

Giannis Antetokounmpo wins NBA MVP honors

By Beth Harris - Associated Press

Atlanta Hawks first-round NBA basketball draft pick Cam Reddish of Duke holds his jersey as he poses with general manager Travis Schlenk, left, and head coach Lloyd Pierce during a news conference Monday, June 24, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Reddish looks to make new home with Hawks

By MATT WINKELJOHN - Associated Press

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver holds a news conference before Game 1 of basketball’s NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Toronto Raptors, Thursday, May 30, 2019, in Toronto. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP) ** FILE **

Adam Silver says NBA done using term ‘owner’

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

Milwaukee Brewers' Christian Yelich is congratulated after hitting a two-run home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds Friday, June 21, 2019, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

Yelich: Giannis winning NBA MVP in Milwaukee would be ‘cool’

By KEITH JENKINS - Associated Press

FILE - In this July 8, 2016, file photo, Indiana Pacers NBA basketball team president Larry Bird smiles during a news conference in Indianapolis. Larry Bird is the only person in league history to be voted MVP, Coach of the Year and Executive of the Year. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)

Larry looks back: Bird on Magic, free agency and shooting 3s

By BRIAN MAHONEY - Associated Press

Washington Wizards basketball team introduce Rui Hachimura, the team's first-round pick in the 2019 NBA Draft during a press conference at Capital One Arena in Washington, Friday, June 21, 2019. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)

Japan hails Hachimura’s NBA selection as new era for sport

By JIM ARMSTRONG - Associated Press