Los Angeles Clippers guard J.J. Redick has increased his shooting accuracy from the field and 3-point range in each of his three seasons with the team.
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Dallas Mavericks guard Deron Williams emerged as one of the most reliable performers in the fourth quarter and the team needs a healthy campaign in 2016-17.
Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside rejected 92 more shots than any other player in the NBA last season as he posted a league-high 3.7 blocks per game.
Houston Rockets guard James Harden is looking to become the first player since Nate Archibald to simultaneously lead the NBA in scoring and assist averages.
The Charlotte Hornets rested Nicolas Batum for a preseason meeting against the Boston Celtics Sunday afternoon and the offense cratered.
The Sacramento Kings are trying to significantly alter the culture of the organization and believe the addition of Matt Barnes is the first step.
The Denver Nuggets knew Emmanuel Mudiay would need some time to evolve into a franchise caliber point guard, but the team needs rapid growth from him.
A dislocated finger on the left hand of Utah Jazz forward Gordon Hayward is expected to sideline him for up to six weeks.
Danny Green experienced a dramatic drop off in production during the 2015-16 season and for the San Antonio Spurs to contend, he needs a turnaround season.
New York Knicks forward Kristaps Porzingis possesses the rare ability to consistently knock down 3-point shots and protect the rim.
Washington Wizards point guard John Wall has become one of the most consistent passers in the NBA and the team struggled in its pre-season debut without him
The Memphis Grizzlies have been reluctant to embrace the 3-point shot into its offense, but hope the addition of Chandler Parsons rounds out their game.
Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James has excelled at everything but shot blocking, but that changed during the 2016 NBA playoffs.
Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond wants to once again lead the NBA in rebounding and is chasing 400 offensive rebounds again in 2016-17.
The New Orleans Pelicans will be without point guards Jrue Holiday and Tyreke Evans to start the 2015-16 season and need to find an answer in their absence.
The Orlando Magic are hoping Serge Ibaka will bring a shot blocking and defensive presence to the organization for the 2016-17 NBA season.