SportsBasketballNBA preview 2018-19October 17, 2018 ShareFizdale's energy, relationship-forging a huge key for KnicksIt’s a preseason game in Brooklyn, the clock winding down. Most of the starters already...For Knicks, it's pain now for future gainBut the Knicks have never been so open at the start of a season about...Atkinson's task: Create chemistry among youth, vetsWhen Nets general manager Sean Marks and coach Kenny Atkinson began their rebuilding project two...Knicks market report for this seasonSTOCK RISING: Kevin Knox’s introduction to New York brought back echoes of Kristaps Porzingis with...Brooklyn Nets market report for 2018-19STOCK RISING: Heading into his third season, it appears wing Caris LeVert is on the...Barker: Playoffs out of reach, but hope is notIt’s never happened. Not once in the 42 years since the Nets joined the NBA...Meet this season’s KnicksHere's a look at the members of the 2018-19 Knicks.Meet this season’s NetsNo. 31 Jarrett Allen As a rookie, Allen soaked up knowledge, became starting center at...When Nets need a three, they turn to CrabbeDo the Nets have a go-to guy? The answer is yes, but it’s not necessarily...NBA East forecast: It's the Celtics' turnFor a few years now, the East has been the least, an afterthought to battles...Who's the best of the best in the NBA East?BEST PLAYERS 1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks: The true unicorn of the NBA, the "Greek Freak"...NBA West forecast: Chasing the WarriorsThe Warriors earned dynasty status when they won their third NBA title in four seasons...Who’s the best of the best in the NBA West?BEST PLAYERS 1. LeBron James, Lakers Despite 3-5 record in NBA Finals, he has elevated...Barker: If I were NBA commissioner ... 1. CHANGE THE PLAYOFF SEEDING Today’s NBA fans want to see the two best teams...