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2010-11 NBA Preview

ATLANTA - MAY 08:  Dwight Howard #12 of the Orlando Magic grabs a rebound against the Atlanta Hawks during Game Three of the Eastern Conference Semifinals during the 2010 NBA Playoffs at Philips Arena on May 8, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.  (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

LeBron James, Dwight Howard And The 25 Most Important Figures Of The NBA Season

There are a lot of people that will make a difference in the NBA this season, but only a few people can really change the course of the entire season. We count down 25 people who can do that during the 2010-11 campaign. The No. 1 guy might surprise you.

2010-11 San Antonio Spurs Preview: Can They Prove They Are Still Contenders?

When we last saw the Spurs, they were getting swept out of the playoff by a team they once dominated. Can they recover and reclaim their place as a legitimate contender for the title?

2010-11 Houston Rockets Preview: How Much Will Yao Ming Contribute?

The Rockets have an interesting roster with intriguing pieces, good young talent and bargains all over the place, but their hopes rest exclusively on the brittle feet of Yao Ming. Will Yao be healthy enough to push them into contender status?

2010-11 New Orleans Hornets Preview: Will They Convince Chris Paul To Stick Around?

The New Orleans Hornets are at a crossroads. Have they done enough to appease Chris Paul, who made it clear this summer that he wants out unless the team improves?

2010-11 Memphis Grizzlies Preview: Can They Build On Their Surprise Season?

The Memphis Grizzlies were one of the surprise teams last year. Can they build on that and enter the crowded Western Conference playoff picture?
KANSAS CITY, MO - OCTOBER 8: Kevin Durant #35 of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks to drive past LeBron James #6 of the Miami Heat before the game on October 8, 2010 at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Missouri.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2010 NBAE  (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

2010-2011 NBA Preview, Part One: Welcome To The Year Of Good Vs. Evil

The NBA season is back, and 2010 could be one of the most memorable seasons in years. It's the year of Good versus Evil, and before Tuesday's look at the team everyone loves to hate, today we preview the Western Conference and the player good enough to steal Thunder from the Heat.

2010-11 Dallas Mavericks Preview: Can They Churn Out Another 50-Win Season?

Last year, the Dallas Mavericks won at least 50 games for the 10 straight season, but once again exited the playoffs early. Can they duplicate and even exceed that success this season?
KANSAS CITY, MO - OCTOBER 8: Kevin Durant #35 of the Oklahoma City Thunder hugs LeBron James #6 of the Miami Heat before the game on October 8, 2010 at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, Missouri.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2010 NBAE  (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

NBA Watchability Scale 2.0: Helping You Decide Which Teams To Follow This Season

In our latest 2010-11 NBA season preview, we rank every team based on how entertaining they are to watch. No. 1 is, of course, the LeBron-lead Miami Heat.

2010-11 Miami Heat Preview: Can The Newest Super Team Live Up To The Hype?

It's hard to remember an NBA team that ever came into a season with more anticipation than the 2010-11 Miami Heat. How will LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh handle the pressure?
BOSTON - MAY 28:  Dwight Howard #12 of the Orlando Magic walks off the court dejected after the Magic lost 96-84 against the Boston Celtics in Game Six of the Eastern Conference Finals during the 2010 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden on May 28, 2010 in Boston, Massachusetts.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.  (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)

2010-11 Orlando Magic Preview: Can The Forgotten Contender Get Over The Top?

After staying quiet for most of the summer, the Orlando Magic are being written off by many this year. Is this the year the "forgotten" championship contender finally breaks through?