Danny Ainge

THE LAKERS and the Bulls will both squeak into the playoffs but will be eliminated early. Mutually disenchanted with their seasons, the teams will renew trade talks that will eventually bring Kobe Bryant to the Windy...

Forever Young The Celtics are not without talent, but until their G.M. gets serious about acquiring an experienced hand or two, they won't win

NBA general managers are diligently working the phones as the trade deadline approaches, but many of them seem reluctant to make a big move. Why the reluctance to take arms in this sea of mediocrity?

A crucial date to determine the Sonics' future in Seattle looms, and the team's owner says he's prepared for the worst