Shootaround (July 26): Kyrie Irving trade request begs the question: What do stars want?

This morning’s headlines: What does a star want? Should Suns go after Irving? Randle gets in shape Blazers take eraser to summer of ’16 What does a star want? — Why would a guy request a trade from a team that has made three straight trips to The Finals and is the favorite to make …

One Team, One Stat — Charlotte Hornets log lowest turnover rate in league history

NBA.com’s John Schuhmann gets you ready for the 2017-18 season with a key stat for each team in the league and shows you why it matters. Today, we look at the Charlotte Hornets, who don’t like to give the ball away. THE STAT Last season, the Charlotte Hornets committed just 11.7 turnovers per 100 possessions. …

One Team, One Stat — Charlotte Hornets log lowest turnover rate in league history

NBA.com’s John Schuhmann gets you ready for the 2017-18 season with a key stat for each team in the league and shows you why it matters. Today, we look at the Charlotte Hornets, who don’t like to give the ball away. THE STAT Last season, the Charlotte Hornets committed just 11.7 turnovers per 100 possessions. …

Aldridge: Gary Harris reaches 4-year, $84 million extension with Denver Nuggets

Shooting guard Gary Harris is staying in Denver. Heading into the final year of his rookie deal, Harris has agreed to a four-year, $84 million extension with the Nuggets, per NBA.com’s David Aldridge. Nuggets give one of their major pieces going forward, G Gary Harris, a four-year, $84 million extension, per league source. — David …