Author: Mark Medina, USA TODAY

Kevin Durant has two NBA titles, three Olympic gold medals, an MVP award and 11 All-Star Game appearances. Does that make him the NBA’s best player?

The 36-year-old LeBron James says he’s feeling both physically and mentally recharged. And he conceded he has plenty to show in his 19th NBA season.

Paul George says he’s up to the challenge of being the Clippers’ top option as Kawhi Leonard misses most, if not all, of the upcoming season.

For many, the question will be: can Klay Thompson get back to where he was before the injuries? His age could be a benefit in his recovery and return.

Russell Westbrook formed a close bond with Kobe Bryant. And now Westbrook will join the same franchise that Bryant helped win five NBA titles.

After years of discussing the possibility of one day becoming teammates, LeBron James and Carmelo Anthony will be on the same NBA team, the Lakers.

Kawhi Leonard declines $36 million player option. The move could either yield a long-term deal with the Clippers or a surprising move elsewhere.

Pau Gasol will team with his brother (Marc Gasol) and two other NBA players in hopes to win their first Olympic gold medal.

Willie Green was an assistant coach in Phoenix and Golden State. He also had a 12-year NBA career.