The Pure Hoops Quick Hitters

Eric Newman looks at the Philadelphia 76ers' growth and how close they really are to making a run at an NBA title. Will their size and length simply overpower other teams?

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Eric Newman looks at the new tandem in Utah - Donovan Mitchell and Mike Conley. How will Conley's veteran presence help Mitchell unleash his skills?

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Eric Newman looks at the phenomenal talents of Zion Williamson and what adjustments he'll have to make to the NBA game. Early returns show the NBA may need to adjust to him.

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Eric Newman looks at the continuing recovery of Gordon Hayward. Will year two be marked by a big step forward in his production?

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The Bucks had the NBA's best record , but fizzled against the Raptors in the playoffs. Does Milwaukee have what it takes to take the next step? Eric Newman looks at the Greek Freak and his supporting cast.

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Victor Oladipo won't be back for a while, but the Indiana Pacers have depth and could be in position to make a deep playoff run when Oladipo returns. Eric Newman looks at a team that looks to be better than the sum of their parts.

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Eric Newman looks at the reasons for optimism for the young Chicago Bulls. Will their young stars enable them to make a run at the playoffs?

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Eric Newman looks at the challenge ahead for the Spurs to get back to the playoffs. Will Gregg Popovich be able to manage his veterans' minutes enough to make San Antonio a threat?

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Eric Newman looks at a rookie who might help take the Denver Nuggets from a good team to great.

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LeBron James and Anthony Davis are "Batman and Robin" for the Lakers. Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard and Paul George are the Clippers' "Dynamic Duo." Is the town big enough for two sets of Superheroes? We'll examine all the key questions.

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