Anthony Davis-Kevin Garnett comparison

Back when Davis was a freshman at Kentucky, anyone who watched him knew he had the tools to reach this point.

Green success.

Draymond Green's progression is rooted in his ability to feast within an already initiated offense.

Memory Lane: Kevin Garnett's loyalty brings him back to Minnesota

KG is back to help change the culture of the franchise that helped make him a superstar.

Loyalty brings Garnett back to Minnesota

Kareem's book

Sporting News contributor Tim Faklis talked to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar about his new book, "Stealing the Game."

Rubio return

Ricky Rubio's return brought joy back to the Target Center. The thing is, if his attitude off the court is any indicator, Rubio may be more excited than anyone else, SN's contributor Tim Faklis writes.

A circus in Minneapolis: Kevin Love returns to Target Center

Timberwolves fans were not happy to see their former hometown star playing for the Cavs after forcing a trade.

Sporting News' 2014-15 midseason rookie rankings

Hawks case

The Hawks have gone from the NBA's best-kept secret to its most sought after League Pass team in a ridiculously short period of time.

Jusuf Nurkic's rise

The Croatian youngster has gone from virtual unknown to starting-caliber center in about two years.

Pistons' win streak could be a case of addition by subtraction

Pistons without Smith

What is behind Detroit's post-Josh Smith run, which reached seven on Wednesday?

Bulls wings

Bulls wings

Wings Jimmy Butler and Mike Dunleavy help Derrick Rose, Chicago Bulls rise to the top of the East.

Sophomore summaries: How second-year players are faring

Sophomore summaries

We take a look at how last year's top rookies are looking in Year 2.

Subtle adjustments help Howard embrace life at lower altitude

Howard decline

Dwight Howard might not be the dominant athlete he once was, but he has made adjustments to combat gravity.

Wolves' Muhammad on path to break down misconceptions

Shabazz progress

Shabazz Muhammad isn't a speed demon. He won't break you down off the dribble or beat you from the 3-point line. But he has started to carve out a space in the NBA.

Allen efficiency

Instead of searching for his shot, Tony Allen has limited his attempts and focused on defense.

Pistons struggles

The Detroit Pistons are struggling. We examine why that is the case.

Kings spiral

The Kings have hit a rough patch, including two losses after holding 20-point leads.

Clippers star Griffin transforms into complete big man

Blake transition

There's an expectation for NBA superstars to pick up a new skill each offseason. Blake Griffin has stayed in step with this.

Extension deadline

What these four players need to do do earn their keep