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 …

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 …

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 …

One Team, One Stat — Golden State Warriors make the most of their talent with historic assist rate

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 Golden State Warriors, who shared the ball in historical fashion. THE STAT Last season’s Warriors recorded assists on 70.5 percent of their field goals. …

Shootaround (Oct. 6) — LaMarcus Aldridge talked with Gregg Popovich about his frustrations

This morning’s headlines: Aldridge vents about role, struggles to Popovich Report: Magic hire McGrady in front-office role Rose, Wade loving on-court life with Cavs Morris ready to be ‘bully’ for Celtics No light load for Pelicans’ stars in preseason * * * Aldridge discussed frustrations with Popovich — San Antonio Spurs big man LaMarcus Aldridge …

Shootaround (Oct. 6) — LaMarcus Aldridge talked with Gregg Popovich about his frustrations

This morning’s headlines: Aldridge vents about role, struggles to Popovich Report: Magic hire McGrady in front-office role Rose, Wade loving on-court life with Cavs Morris ready to be ‘bully’ for Celtics No light load for Pelicans’ stars in preseason * * * Aldridge discussed frustrations with Popovich — San Antonio Spurs big man LaMarcus Aldridge …