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30 Teams in 30 Days: Blazers favour continuity in their climb

Portland rewards youngsters Crabbe, McCollum and Leonard in off-season as it eyes more success

30 Teams in 30 Days: Bulls remodel with veteran flavour

Chicago moves on from Rose era by adding Wade, Rondo to help rising star Butler challenge in East.

30 Teams in 30 Days: Mavs just outside of West’s elite mix

Dallas puts off a rebuild to somewhat restock team behind Nowitzki

30 Teams in 30 Days: Wizards again turn to familiar duo

Wall, Beal carry burden of expectations for Washington in 2016-17.

30 Teams in 30 Days: Rockets make contending top focus

​Since the Cavaliers won their first NBA title back on June 19, NBA teams have undergone a number of changes over the long summer offseason. NBA.com's Shaun Powell will evaluate the state of each franchise -- from the team with the worst regular-season record in 2015-16 to the team with the best regular-season record -- during the month of September as we look at 30 Teams in 30 Days.

30 Teams in 30 Days: Jazz seem set to make next step

30 Teams in 30 Days: Magic scrap youth movement after adding veteran leadership

30 Teams in 30 Days: Bucks ready for return to playoffs?

How many times can a team look forward to the draft lottery? Better yet, why were the Bucks even in position to select in this summer's lottery?

30 Teams in 30 Days: Nuggets still have time on their side

30 Teams in 30 Days: Kings, Cousins look to move forward

30 Teams in 30 Days: Knicks remix roster to fit with 'Melo

30 Teams in 30 Days: Pelicans have hope thanks to Davis

30 Teams in 30 Days: Wolves try to make up for lost time

30 Teams in 30 Days: Suns go young to craft a new future

30 Teams in 30 Days: Challenges begin in Brooklyn

The Nets used the offseason to plunge head-on into retooling

30 Teams in 30 Days: Lakers start their rebuild process

30 Teams in 30 Days: At last, Sixers may be turning corner

Simmons ready to fulfill promise with fledgling Sixers

Toughest choice for Philly may be where to play talented No. 1 pick

Lakers begin quest for next top superstar to carry banner

Warriors, Cavs will enter Game 7 with plenty of urgency

Cleveland is rolling, but bears the task of bringing a title to the city; Golden State is reeling, but quietly confident returning home.

Cavs exploit Green's absence

Pressure mounts as LeBron faces critical elimination game

Amid Green fallout, Cavs' franchise player could see title window closing with age and Warriors possible dynasty looming

Warriors deliver knockout blow, but will it have a cost?

Golden State sends shock to Cavs' title hopes, but Draymond Green's literal hit on LeBron may have repercussions for Game 5

Love-Wiggins trade debate brought back to table

With Cavs forward out of Game 3 victory with concussion, could Wolves rising star have been a better fit vs. Warriors in Finals?

Curry's disappearing act has Warriors scratching heads

Lue has opportunity to make move, introduce wrinkle

Warriors continue mastery of Cavaliers with Game 2 rout

Subs come through for Warriors in Game 1 triumph

With Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson uncharacteristically off, Golden State's reserves pick up the slack in a big way.

LeBron ready, prepared to lift Cavaliers, city to new heights

Durant out of playoffs, but decision on Thunder will wait

Pelicans rookie Dejean-Jones dead at 23

Behind Westbrook, Thunder send loud message in Game 4

Durant not surprised by ruling on Green

Warriors in familiar position, but against a different beast

Cavs a mystery even as they flex their muscles in playoffs

Cleveland has faced few challenges as it pulls within two wins of a second straight Finals berth

Bumps in playoff road can't knock Warriors off track

Small for NBA, two-time MVP Curry becomes dream player

Thunder squeeze out ugly Game 2 win

Pump the brakes on a Durant exit

Thunder already scrambling for answers after Game 1

Oklahoma City has two short days to regroup for Game 2

Walton era begins with Lakers

Hawks flip switch on Celtics, try to send message to Cavs

Atlanta nails 10 straight shots in second quarter after sloppy first.

Should Kanter be Fifth Man, not Sixth Man, for OKC?

A sharper edge: Durant displaying different attitude

Thunder star struggling with shot, gets ejected late in Game 4

Two-on-five works well for Thunder

Thunder clean out Mavs, but can't use a broom

Durant, Westbrook return to form after dismal Game 2.

Report: Brooks Administration begins in Washington

Clippers' bench propels them to 2-0 lead

Lillard, McCollum still need help from others in Game 2

Crawford is Kia Sixth Man times three

It's open season on DeAndre Jordan, once again

L.A. has learned what to expect from opponents in the playoffs.

Time slipping away for Nowitzki to claim second ring

Report: Clippers’ Paul withdraws from 2016 Olympics

Bounce-back season can't change Rondo's list of caveats

Rajon Rondo has impressed statistically in Sacramento. As he approaches free agency, though, who might offer him his next deal?

Heat still waiting on Chris Bosh

Why Dwight Howard still has value in changed NBA

Former All-Star big man Dwight Howard can help a team -- just don't expect him to dominate like he did in days of old.

Warriors know Spurs can test them like no other team

As rematch nears, San Antonio, Golden State show mutual respect.

Cousins question one Ainge, Celtics may have to ponder

Gasol brothers share frustrating season

After All-Star berth together, Pau's Bulls struggle with injuries while Grizzlies' Marc knocked out for season by surgery on fractured foot.

A hung jury in LeBron's decision to return home

After 20 months, it is still too early to grade James' 2014 decision to leave the Heat and return to Ohio

The buyout season has begun

Kobe goes out in style, says NBA in a 'beautiful place'

Centres left outside looking in

Big men DeMarcus Cousins, Andre Drummond feel left out as NBA All-Star Game shifts its attention to smaller lineups

Kobe's final All-Star weekend has become a world affair

As decorated career comes to close, Bryant soaks in accolades.

Chris Paul shines bright annually, but without a crown

Raptors inching closer to Cavs in crowded Eastern standings

Wizards' Durant dreams dimming in mediocre season

Clippers keep on pushing forward as injured Griffin sits

Rivers alters lineup as team responds with 14-3 mark without star

Turmoil well behind Karl, Kings as playoff push begins

Blatt's demise centres around Love's struggles

Lue's charge to maximize cost to acquire, retain former All-Star

After slow start, Aldridge finding comfort with Spurs

Hawks seek to re-capture consistency of magical year

Last January, Atlanta swept foes but this month a different story.

Nets could stand to learn from Knicks' many past follies

Brooklyn should avoid a quick-fix to its flawed roster and -- unlike New York did for a decade -- embrace a complete rebuild.

Time has come for Rose to pass off to backcourt 'mate

The Big Apple gets rare holiday break from hoops

Long-term view of Warriors is scary for rest of NBA

Sixers await day when these struggles are long forgotten

Hope of a turnaround (and knowledge of other ones in NBA lore) could make Philadelphia's run of letdowns understandable.

Curry gives show in hometown on dad's night

CHARLOTTE — There was one stop on the Warriors Victory Tour that was sure to be about Curry all night, both before the tip, during the contest and even at halftime.

How have those offseason moves panned out in 2015-16?

One month into the new season, we assess how the summer's biggest signings and trades are working out for all involved.

Has Love erased Wiggins from Cleveland's view?

If you polled general managers and asked who they would rather have, Kevin Love or Andrew Wiggins, the hunch says the vote would swing in favour of Wiggins.

Hornets still searching for superstar to build around

CHARLOTTE — The face of the franchise did not dress for the game and once again sat and watched from courtside recently. At this point, the team is losing patience. Honestly, the franchise would love nothing more than to get his replacement, someone who's better at selling tickets, moving the needle and of course, winning games.

Thunder show they can wait for Durant

OKLAHOMA CITY — He missed 55 games last season and hadn't played in eight long months and as soon as he finally stepped on the floor, Kevin Durant learned that he needs ... more time.

Unlucky Thunder seek reversal of fortunes

Nobody feels sorry for anybody. You know that going in. Lose your star player, have a run of bad luck, fall on the wrong end of a crummy call, whatever.

Barnes, still on edge, but at home with Grizzlies

Matt Barnes is done talking about his beef with that coach, and anyway that controversial dust-up was over quickly; you might say in the first round. But Barnes is also holding a grudge against another, more accomplished coach, and this one will last at least until Nov. 9 -- if not beyond.

10 preseason plots to follow

The NBA season is a week away, which means we'll begin to see regular rotations and an end to the topics and situations that surfaced in the preseason.

With 70th season on brink, NBA looks for healthy outlook

A season of good health could make 2015-16 one of the best NBA campaigns ever.

Warriors look to continue title wave

Since the Warriors grabbed their first NBA title in 40 years in June, NBA teams have undergone a number of changes over the summer break. NBA.com will evaluate the state of each franchise in the month of September with a look at 30 teams in 30 days.

Can Hawks' upward swing persist?

Since the Warriors grabbed their first NBA title in 40 years in June, NBA teams have undergone a number of changes over the summer break. NBA.com will evaluate the state of each franchise in the month of September with a look at 30 teams in 30 days.

When will Kobe retire?

In Bryant's 20th -- and possibly final -- season, Lakers legend faces task of leading young, but talented roster.

Rockets pin growth on Lawson

Since the Warriors grabbed their first NBA title in 40 years in June, NBA teams have undergone a number of changes over the summer break. NBA.com will evaluate the state of each franchise in the month of September with a look at 30 teams in 30 days.

Clippers hope changes end heartbreaks

Since the Warriors grabbed their first NBA title in 40 years in June, NBA teams have undergone a number of changes over the summer break. NBA.com will evaluate the state of each franchise in the month of September with a look at 30 teams in 30 days.

Aldridge helps keep Spurs in title hunt

San Antonio is banking on LaMarcus Aldridge big time in 2015-16.

Cavs healing up for title run

Since the Warriors grabbed their first NBA title in 40 years in June, NBA teams have undergone a number of changes over the summer break. NBA.com will evaluate the state of each franchise in the month of September with a look at 30 teams in 30 days.

Blazers charting new trail

Portland to begin post-Aldridge era with major facelift.

Solid Bulls listen to a new voice

Chicago turns to new coach Fred Hoiberg in hopes he can help them realise their long-sought dream of a return to The Finals.

Mavs move towards rebuild

Jordan reversal forces franchise to go in different direction.

Mavs move towards rebuild

Jordan reversal forces franchise to go in different direction.

Will Carroll propel the Raptors?

Since the Warriors grabbed their first NBA title in 40 years in June, NBA teams have undergone a number of changes over the summer break. NBA.com will evaluate the state of each franchise in the month of September with a look at 30 teams in 30 days.

Pelicans put faith in Gentry, Davis

New Orleans has new coach, a new system and new expectations.

Health, new coach give Thunder hope

Billy Donovan is charged with reviving OKC after a letdown season.

Young Bucks laying foundation

Milwaukee's offseason haul bolsters its already strong roster.

Celtics searching for superstar

Boston doesn't have its superstar (yet), but is still a solid squad.

Suns' summer a strange one

Phoenix hopes to settle down after a busy -- if odd -- offseason.

Pacers re-tool roster for running game

With pair of talented rookies and healthy George, Indiana looking to reinvent itself quickly in the top-heavy Eastern Conference.

Jazz continues youth movement

Utah banking on its core to take another step forward.

Return to contention possible for Heat

Since the Warriors grabbed their first NBA title in 40 years in June, NBA teams have undergone a number of changes over the summer break. NBA.com will evaluate the state of each franchise in the month of September with a look at 30 teams in 30 days.

Hornets moving in right direction

Charlotte's offseason of dealing paves way for a decent future.

Pistons get their Van Gundy makeover

Step by step, Detroit's coach and president is fashioning a roster that matches his style, game plan and long-term outlook.

Nuggets build around Mudiay, Malone

Denver's new rookie and new coach begin a new era in town.

Ten years later: Katrina shaped franchises, players

They're all gone now, all the teammates who were never from Louisiana and therefore never stuck around, all the coaches who are now toting clipboards somewhere else, even the embattled former team owner, currently in seclusion in Tennessee. Even the team nickname is history.

Ten years later: Katrina shaped franchises, players

Native P.J. Brown, Chris Paul and three cities linked by hurricane.

Crawford continues to rep Seattle

Hometown hero keeps pro hoops going with summer pro am.

Report: Another team for Tayshaun

The last time Flip Saunders coached Tayshaun Prince, the team went deep into the playoffs. Well, that’s unlikely to happen this time.

Pop on Hammon: 'We think she's a star'

The most popular coach this summer in San Antonio was not Gregg Popovich.

Faried has big hopes for Lawson, Nuggets

It was a bittersweet summer in Denver for point guards. The Nuggets drafted Emmanuel Mudiay, who might be a good one. And they parted with Ty Lawson, who already is a good one, but there’s a catch.

For Raptors' Ujiri his passion for basketball rooted at home

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — There is this man standing before a group of teenaged campers sitting on the basketball court, a man some had never met until just the other day, and for some reason he is not a stranger.

Injuries had major impact on Finals outcome

Curry, LeBron could have encore performance one year from now.

Dellavedova's legend grows in Cleveland's gritty Game 3 win

Floor burns and all, the Cavaliers' hustling backup-turned-emergency starter has become their spiritual leader.

Mavs? Spurs? No, this squad gave LeBron his first title loss

The players on Roger Bacon High won't soon forget their 2002 Ohio state title-game upset of LeBron's ballyhooed team.

LeBron takes control in epic Game 2 performance

The ball officially bounced the Cavaliers' way when it was spiked right after the buzzer by LeBron James, in a fit of euphoria and frustration and satisfaction and Lord knows whatever additional emotion burned through his veins, and no one's quite sure the ball ever came down. Who knows, maybe it ricocheted to Cleveland.

Livingston derives extra meaning from Finals trip

There are players involved in the NBA Finals who never thought they'd get this far, but whom do you suppose had the most sleepless nights over it: LeBron James, who's had a blessed basketball life? Or Shaun Livingston, who was dropped from the Cavaliers, LeBron's team, after 49 games, back when their talent was credit-card thin?

Curry, James share unlikeliest of off-court bonds

Akron, Ohio had vital role in lives of the superstars in these Finals.

Harden will have to deliver again to keep Rockets alive

If James Harden needed 45 points to beat a team shell-shocked over the nasty spill by Stephen Curry, what might it take to beat the Warriors on their floor with a relieved and no doubt fan-fueled Curry who'll be determined to make a comeback?

Frustrated All-Star Irving: 'I just don't have it right now'

If DeMarre Carroll is feeling friskier than Kyrie Irving today and tomorrow and thereafter, that says plenty about the amazing recuperative powers of Carroll (honestly, didn't you fear the worst after seeing that spill and crash in Game 1?) and lots about the ongoing suspicions about Irving's condition.

NBA’s Frantic Four trying to change history

There’s no official and catchy distinction for the last teams standing in the NBA semifinals, no Final Four or Frozen Four or anything like that, but here’s one that might best describe the Warriors, Cavs, Hawks and Rockets: Frantic Four.

It's Curry! It's Harden! It's Warriors-Rockets!

The Western Conference's two top teams, each boasting its own superstar, square off in a showdown of high-powered offences.

Sanders opens up on Bucks departure

Larry Sanders remained mostly silent before and during his recent buyout with the Bucks, but now he’s coming clean on the events that caused his promising career to be disrupted.