The Lakers and Grizzlies got stronger over the summer, but they're still a tier below the true contenders in the NBA.
season has arrived! The season tips off on Oct. 24 and we here at FOX Sports know that getting reacquainted with the league can be overwhelming.
To help with that, we've put together a preview that will basically tell you everything you need to know by dividing the 30 teams into eight categories:Reasons to be pessimistic: Honestly, it's hard to find any. Remember, not only did they win the title last year, but they went 16-4 in the playoffs. They were so dominant that you have teams like the patting themselves on the back for competing. Sure, it's hard to win back-to-back titles , and some of the other teams in this tier have beefed up, but as long as Jokic is healthy, this is very clearly the team to beat.The Bucks and Suns both added explosive perimeter scorers over the offseason.
A team that won 57 games last season and finished the season with the No. 2 offense and defense essentially traded, give the Celtics the most explosive, versatile and talented top-six in the NBA. And Porzingis' ability to post up should add some diversity to the Celtics offense, which should help come playoff time.
A team whose lone weakness was half-court scoring just added one of the premier half-court scorers in the league. Opponents are going to have fits trying to slow down theAdrian Griffin was a well-respected assistant coach, but he's a first time head coach, and you never know how someone is going to react to being in that chair. Also, this team is relying a lot onTrading for Lillard was a no-brainer, but in giving up Holiday the Bucks surrendered their best perimeter defender.
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