Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant doesn't like the impact "ring culture" has had on NBA discourse. ESPN's Stephen A. Smith asserted Friday on First Take that Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo will be an "underachiever" if he retires with only one title:

League sources continue to cite the Pelicans as a team aggressively looking to move up in the draft, with most front-office executives believing Bailey is the target of new general manager Joe Dumars. That’s why we’re mocking a trade here for this week’s mock, with Herb Jones and a low-value first in 2026 via the Pacers to move up four spots.

This offseason promises to be similar. Future Hall of Famers like Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo are expected to be available on the trade market, and one of the league's premier franchises — the New York Knicks — are searching for a new coach.